The NHS, through Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, is hiring a Public Health Staff Nurse in London. This is a permanent, full-time Band 5 nursing position supporting children and families across the City and Hackney community.
The employer welcomes applications from candidates who require UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided they meet all applicable UKVI requirements.
Job Details
- Employer: Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, NHS
- Position: Public Health Staff Nurse
- Location: Hackney, London, England
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full-time
- Salary: £38,488–£46,852 per year
- Pay Band: NHS Agenda for Change Band 5
- Visa Sponsorship: Skilled Worker sponsorship may be available for eligible applicants
- Reference: 293-CCS-0931
About the Role
The Public Health Staff Nurse will support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme for children aged 0–5 and their families in the City and Hackney area.
Working under the supervision of qualified Health Visitors, the successful candidate will provide nursing care, support families and work with multidisciplinary teams and partner organizations to promote children’s health and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Support health visiting services for children aged 0–5 and their families.
- Deliver nursing care under appropriate supervision.
- Support the Healthy Child Programme.
- Work with Health Visitors and multidisciplinary teams.
- Work with statutory and community organizations.
- Promote the health and wellbeing of children and families.
- Support services aimed at reducing health inequalities.
- Participate in group activities and support sessions.
- Use client feedback to improve practice.
- Prioritize workloads and work independently where appropriate.
- Maintain professional standards and confidentiality.
- Travel between community health locations as required.
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A nursing diploma or degree-level qualification.
- Current NMC registration as an appropriate registered nurse, such as RN, RMN, RSCN or RNLD.
- Relevant experience working as a registered nurse.
- Experience working effectively within a team.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to problem-solve and prioritize workloads.
- Ability to work flexibly and meet deadlines.
- Good IT skills.
- Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct.
- Understanding of the Healthy Child Programme.
- Awareness of current community and public health issues.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and professional development.
- Ability to travel independently between community health sites.
Experience working with children and families or in an inner-city environment would be an advantage.
Visa Sponsorship
International nurses who require sponsorship may apply, but the employer states that sponsorship can only be considered where all UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requirements are satisfied.
Applicants should confirm that both their qualifications and the position meet the current requirements for the UK Skilled Worker route before applying.
About Homerton Healthcare
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services to people in Hackney, East London, the City and surrounding areas.
The Trust also supports the professional development of its nursing workforce and provides a range of employee benefits.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the full job description and person specification before submitting an application through the official NHS recruitment process.
Reference Number: 293-CCS-0931
Disclaimer: OpportunityShape shares visa sponsorship job opportunities for informational purposes only. We are not the employer, recruitment agency or immigration adviser for Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We do not guarantee employment, visa sponsorship or visa approval. Sponsorship is subject to the employer’s requirements, UKVI rules and the applicant meeting all applicable eligibility criteria. Always verify the latest job and sponsorship information with the employer before applying.
Important: This vacancy may close early if a high number of applications are received.
