Job summary
We are looking for registered School Nurses who are innovative, motivated, and enthusiastic, who want to make a real difference improving outcomes for children and families in Devon. You will work within corporate teams and be rostered to work in the Single Point of Access Hub covering a defined geographical area. You'll be supported by team leaders and various dedicated health professionals, including Health Visitors, School Nurses, Staff Nurses and Community Health Workers. We strive to deliver an excellent service to the children, young people, and families living in our Community.

Main duties of the job
You'll lead and manage changing and challenging work load priorities. Working in close partnership with community, voluntary and statutory agencies; multi-agency working and safeguarding children will be an integral part of your role. Please note that an active drivers license and access to a car are required for this post.

Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Band: Band 6 (Agenda for change)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Taw View, Barnstaple, EX31 1EE
Closing date: 26 November 2026

Essential qualifications

• 1st Level NMC registration
• Qualification in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Degree - School Nursing
• Strong evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable qualifications

• Qualification at Masters level

Essential experience

• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures
• Proficient in health needs assessment, evaluation and action planning
• Evidence of partnership working
• An awareness and understanding of wider public health issues
• Ability to travel (holds a current UK driving licence)

Desirable experience

• Up to date school nursing experience
• Previous experience participating in research projects

Disclosure and Barring Service check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS disclosure to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Please see the NHS Careers website for further information.

Right to work
We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required.

Contact
For questions about the job, contact Joni Gregoire at Joni.Gregoire@devon.gov.uk

Devon County Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.