Job summary
NELFT January 2027 cohort studying at Anglia Ruskin University (Chelmsford). NELFT is delighted to invite applicants who are suitably qualified nurses to undertake the above course. Candidates must hold: Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwifery Evidence of applying for NMC registration and confirmed NMC registration within 2 months of the start date. Students will have the course paid for will receive a salary - external applicants mid-point Band 5, internal applicants will remain the same salary. Please note - When submitting applications please make sure you indicate at the top of your personal statement your preferences regarding health visiting or school nursing. Interviews for ARU University Chelmsford and will take place during September and a 10 minute presentation will be part of the interview process. The title will be given to successful applicants. Interview panels will consist of HEI, Trust representation, and service users Candidates invited to interview are asked to provide: Evidence of recent study. this course will be at Level 7 training. An exciting time to be part of an organisation that is shaping the future of 0-19 services in Thurrock. Our vision for Health Visiting and School Nursing is one which is truly centred on what our children and families need. We are like many other NHS organisations are committed to reducing health inequalities, but we have a unique approach to making real life improvements for the families under

Main duties of the job
The fundamental responsibilities of the post holder are to attain the academic credentials and the clinical skills required to practice as a NMC registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse on a defined pathway. These are summarised below:

• To fulfil the requirements of the Specialist Community Practitioner programme by attending university course dates and practice placement days in accordance with University regulations
• With the support of the Specialist Community Practice Teacher to link the theoretical knowledge gained through the university programme to the practice situation
• To demonstrate an understanding of current and emerging National, Regional and local healthcare legislation, policies and guidelines as they pertain to chosen pathway
• To develop/build on skills of caseload and team leadership and management
• To work within University Regulations pertaining to academic work and student conduct, and in line with NELFT Policies and Procedures.
• To work within employing organisation policies as they pertain to the relevant clinical setting
• To work within employing organisation policies relating to employee responsibilities
• The student will be expected to have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to undertake all components of the Health Visitor /School Nursing duties and responsibilities, by the end of the course.

This will be quantified by continuous assessment of competence, learning outcomes and sign off as

About us
NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Job responsibilities
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes, Essex.

Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).

High Cost Area Supplement – Fringe
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £1,303 to a maximum of £2,198 p.a. pro rata for part time)

Working for Us
Joining Healthy Families 0-19 service NELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• See JD

Experience
Essential

• See JD

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.

Employer details
Employer name: NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address: Grays Health Centre, Grays, Essex, RM17 5BY, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
EWMHS Care Pathway Lead
Abbie O'Sullivan
recruitment@nelft.nhs.uk