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About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Senior School Nurse (SCPHN Qualified) to join our dynamic School Health Team. This role is based at Newham Dockside, with work across the borough, and involves addressing the health needs of children, young people, and their families in line with the Healthy Child Programme (5–19 years). You will proactively work to reduce the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and health inequalities, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and leading service innovation.

Responsibilities

Deliver holistic health assessments and care plans for children and young people.
Develop and maintain multi-agency partnerships at school and borough levels.
Mentor and support the development of pre-registration and SCPHN postgraduate students.
Lead service delivery initiatives, including drop-in sessions and allocation meetings.
Promote and increase the visibility of school health services in local communities.
Participate in safeguarding processes, multi-agency case conferences, and Early Help strategies.
Support training programmes for schools regarding medical needs and public health initiatives.
Maintain accurate electronic records using the RiO system and contribute to audit and governance activities.
Engage with the ChatHealth text messaging service and other digital platforms to support accessibility.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (NMC Registered)
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nursing) postgraduate qualification (or currently undertaking and near completion)
Significant post-registration experience working with children, young people, and families.
Working knowledge of safeguarding procedures and multi-agency collaboration.
Ability to travel independently within the borough.
A positive, resilient, and flexible attitude towards change and service improvement.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Skills

Strong clinical leadership and supervisory skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing abilities.
Knowledge of public health issues affecting school-aged children.
Ability to teach and assess students and junior staff.
Competence in using clinical and administrative IT systems.
Understanding and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.

Location

Newham Dockside
across the borough

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
Significant post-registration experience

Education Level

Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nursing) postgraduate qualification

Salary/Compensations

£47,262 - £50,676 per annum

Benefits

Strong leadership and supportive management teams
Employee wellbeing programmes
A commitment to our HEART values and behaviours (Honesty, Equality, Ambition, Respect, Together)
Flexible starting salary within the allocated grade for the right candidates
Subsidised leisure passes
Generous local government annual leave allowance
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
Continued access to the NHS Pension Scheme (NHSPS) for health professionals who meet eligibility criteria
Recognition of previous NHS continuous service
Support for advanced clinical training and a comprehensive workforce development package
Clear competency frameworks and career progression pathways
Access to smart technology to support modern working practices

About the Company

Newham is an incredibly diverse borough with a very young population, experiencing significant regeneration as part of the Olympic legacy. With over 86,000 children and young people living in Newham, our vision is to ensure each child has the same life chances as those in other parts of London.
Newham’s 0-19 Children's Health Service underwent a CQC inspection in 2021 and was rated Good in all areas.
The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London. It is well positioned with access to all major networks in London and the south east. It is well connected by public transport with, bus, tube and DLR. When the Crossrail service opens it will call at Custom House close to our council offices and also Stratford station and from there to central London. The London City Airport which serves major European cities is located at Royal Albert Dock. Newham has the youngest overall population in the country. It was one of the six host boroughs for the 2012 Summer Olympics and contains most of the Olympic Park including the London Stadium. It has a thriving arts quarter with the Theatre Royal Stratford East offering excellent entertainment for all the family. There is the University of East London which has two campuses in Newham, one in Stratford and another next to the regenerated Royal Albert Dock. It also has a large Westfield shopping Centre in Stratford which has all the major retailers there.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.
The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.