Job summaryWe are looking for registered Health Visitors who are innovative; motivated; and enthusiastic, seeking to make a real difference improving outcomes for children and families in Devon!
Here in Devon, we strive to deliver an excellent service to the children, young people and families living in our Community. Health visiting in Devon affords amazing variation allowing you opportunity to make a difference to the lives of families and communities across both rural and urban locations. Devon is varied with health inequalities and affluency which cross paths across the varied landscape.
You will work within corporate teams and be rostered to work in our duty hub covering a defined geographical area. You'll be supported by Team Leaders and various dedicated health professionals including Health Visitors, School Nurses and Community Health Workers.
With two coastlines, Dartmoor and Exmoor, as areas of natural beauty we have an amazing landscape to frame your working day.
Main duties of the jobTo undertake clinical activities within the scope of professional practice.
Plan, implement and evaluate health enhancing activities to meet health needs of the local population through home visiting, community development, clinics, workshops, support groups and parenting programmes, focusing on key national and local targets.
To develop a workload profile, identifying needs as Universal, targeted & specialist.
To identify children and families in need of early help through the Common Assessment Framework, known locally as the Early Help Assessment. To act as Lead Professional as required.
Support and manage projects around health enhancing activities e.g. postnatal support services, Baby Friendly Initiative
Act as a named Health Visitor within context of caseload management.
Act in accordance with current local and Trust guidelines/policies to protect children at risk. Takes professional responsibility and accountability in the joint decision making process within the Child Protection arena.
About usContinuity is fast becoming priority for every family in Devon, with a focus on a strong public health approach. The opportunity to think innovatively is increasingly becoming part of everything we do in our new model of health visiting. Our aim is not just to influence local Health Visiting agendas but also to be innovative and a partner in influencing national Health Visiting agendas.
Benefits- Employee Assistance Program
- NHS pension scheme
- Development Opportunities
- Perks at Work and Discounts Scheme
- Flexible working within service hours
Please note that an active drivers license and access to a car are required for this post.
Professional development is a high priority for us and we provide a range of training opportunities and in-house expertise that will support your own professional development.
Successful candidates will receive a full induction, preceptorship where indicated, safeguarding and clinical supervision. Applications from newly qualified Health Visitors are welcomed.
DetailsDate posted: 25 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro-rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 16 months
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number: F0011-26-0624
Job locations: Devon County Council, County Hall, Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4QD, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesFor all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.
Desirable- Up to date health visiting experience.
- Previous experience participating in research projects.
- Proven ability to meet targets and deadlines.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Devon County Council
Address: Devon County Council, County Hall, Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4QD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.devon.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Public Health Nursing Team Leader, Katherine Fraser, Katherine.Fraser@devon.gov.uk, 01392383322
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
