Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit highly motivated qualified nurses interested in undertaking the BSc (Hons) Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nurse) course qualification commencing in September 2022

The post holder will undertake the required study with the affiliated university achieving outcomes in both practice and university-based learning. They will be required to work within the community setting, facilitated by the Practice Teacher/assessor/supervisor.

The course is a full-time course comprising of an academic component (50% of the course) at University and Practical Placement (50% of the course) anywhere within the Community (Hackney and City of London)

The postholder is expected to work towards gaining the standards of proficiency for entry to the NMC register/recordable for Specialist Community Practitioner

Main duties of the job

Main duties include:

  • To contribute to the setting of caseload priorities in conjunction with other members of the Team, that reflects individual rights, equality, and diversity.
  • To demonstrate the skills required by identifying own learning needs in line with the curriculum and practice experience. Undertaking activities to seek out and coordinate experiences to meet these learning needs in collaboration with the Institute of Higher Education and the Practice Teacher/assessor/supervisor
  • 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 the Trust and University regulations
  • To work with the Specialist Community Practice Teacher/assessor/supervisor to develop the skills and competencies required to achieve NMC Registration Standards for Specialist Community Practice 

    • Working for our organisation

    Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

    We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of “Outstanding” from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

    Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard’s Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

    Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

    We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

    Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

    Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

    Person specification

    Education / Qualification

    Essential criteria

  • 1st Level Registered Nurse
  • Current NMC registration
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 120 academic credits at level 5 (HE Diploma)
  • You are required to present evidence of study in the past five years at HE levels five or above.

    • Skills / Abilities

    Essential criteria

  • Ability to problem solve
  • Ability to respond and adapt to changing healthcare needs
  • Ability to make decisions and assess risks
  • Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
  • Ability to establish rapport with team, client, carers and other agencies

    • Desirable criteria

  • IT literate (Word Document/Microsoft excel spreadsheet/Outlook)
  • Reflective Practitioner
  • Implementation of research findings into practice

    • Experience

    Essential criteria

  • Significant varied post registration experience

    • Desirable criteria

  • Demonstrable recent relevant community experience
  • Experience of supervising and assessing students

    • Knowledge

    Essential criteria

  • Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
  • Knowledge and understanding od NMC code of professional conduct and the scope of professional practice.
  • Domonstrate an awareness of current Health Policy
  • Demonstrate an interest in health promotion

    • Other Requirements

    Essential criteria

  • Commitment and adherence to the Equality Act.
  • Flexible approach to work
  • Self motivated.

    • Trust Values

    Essential criteria

  • Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values.

    • General Guidance for Applicants

    The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working wherever possible. The Trust also welcomes applications from candidates wishing to job share with or without job share partners.

    We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.

    The Trust offers a number of benefits, including a relocation loan for new starters moving to the area. More details on our range of benefits can be found on the Homerton website.

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