Student Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - Health Visitor
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We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to undertake Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) Health Visitor training.
This is a fully funded, full-time programme delivered in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE) at Masters level, commencing September 2026 for 12 months. It provides a structured pathway into SCPHN practice, combining 50% academic study and 50% practice-based learning to develop skills and confidence in the Health Visitor role.
You will be based within the 0-19 Torbay Service, working across Paignton, Brixham and Torquay as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Practice learning includes clinics, home visits and community settings, supporting delivery of the Healthy Child Programme and improving outcomes for children and families.
The programme includes attendance at UWE (Glenside Campus, Bristol), self-directed study, and supernumerary placements. Learning is integrated, with increasing practice experience alongside academic development. Annual leave aligns with university schedules.
You will be supported by a dedicated Academic in Practice, Practice Assessor and experienced team colleagues. A preceptorship programme supports transition into SCPHN practice on completion.
This is a fixed-term post for the duration of the course, with salary at mid-point Band 5. Travel to UWE is required and supported, with costs covered. There is potential for a permanent role on successful completion.
Job description
You will:
under supervision, assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for infants, young children, and families in line with the principles and practice of health visiting.
complete work-based skills assessments, agreed in partnership with the University and the Trust.
adhere to your learning contract, agreed with your Practice Assessor and Academic in Practice, taking responsibility for your own adult learning and professional development.
work effectively both as an independent practitioner and as part of a team, across university study and clinical practice settings.
attend all formal teaching and informal practice-based learning sessions as directed by the University, ensuring all assignments are completed and submitted within required timescales.
develop and maintain a professional working relationship with your Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor throughout your training programme.
Initially you will work alongside competent and qualified practitioners in a supernumerary role gaining experience to eventually allow you to manage a small caseload overseen by your Practice Assessor.
Throughout your learning journey you will gain competence to manage your own caseload and be able to respond to need and prioritise your workload as required.
Person specification
Essential and desirable
Essential
- Qualifications and training
- Active registration on part 1 of register
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Educated at Degree level
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay
- IT skills
Desirable
- Demonstrate research skills in current role
- Comprehensive child protection knowledge
- Clinical experience in the community
About the employer
Working within the Torbay 0-19 Partnership, you will be part of an integrated service bringing together Health Visiting, School Nursing and Action for Children to deliver joined-up support for children, young people and families.
During your time as a Student SCPHN you will gain wide-ranging community experience and contribute to the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, developing the confidence and capability required for specialist public health nursing practice.
You will be supported to grow within a collaborative, multidisciplinary workforce, working across diverse community settings and contributing to meaningful, preventative health outcomes.
Throughout your training, you will be fully supported by a dedicated Academic in Practice and a Practice Assessor, alongside experienced team leaders who understand the demands of combining academic study with clinical practice. A bespoke preceptorship programme is also provided upon successful completion of the course to support your transition into qualified SCPHN practice.
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