Student SCPHN school nurse with certificate of sponsorship to the UK

Visa Note

While this position offers a certificate of sponsorship for skilled worker visa applicants, all international candidates must verify their eligibility directly with the employer. The certificate of sponsorship does not guarantee visa approval, and applicants should confirm all visa requirements, costs, and processing times with Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust before applying.

About the Position

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is offering a unique full-time position as a student to undertake practical knowledge and training as part of the Post Graduate Specialist Community Public Health Nursing course. This opportunity will qualify you as a School Nurse while providing valuable hands-on experience within the NHS. The position is available across Hull and East Riding with a fixed-term contract of 12 months.

Job Summary

This is a full-time position designed for nurses who wish to specialize in school nursing through a postgraduate course. You will work as part of the Integrated Specialist Public Health Nursing Team, assisting with supporting families by delivering packages of care under the direction of the Integrated Specialist Public Health Nurse (0-19 years). Your work will take place in various settings including homes, community settings, Children Centres, and Early Years Settings.

Key Information for International Applicants

This position offers a certificate of sponsorship, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified nurses from outside the UK who wish to relocate and work within the NHS. The salary ranges from £31,049 to £37,796 per year, paid as mid band 5 on the Agenda for Change pay scale. The position is full-time and fixed-term for 12 months, commencing in 2026.

Location and Work Environment

The position is based across Hull and East Riding, offering diverse work environments from urban settings in Hull to more rural communities in East Riding. This geographical diversity provides a broad experience in public health nursing across different community settings. The Trust serves a population of approximately 650,000 people and is committed to delivering high-quality integrated health and social care services.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 9 March 2026. We encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible to ensure sufficient time for the application and visa processes. For international applicants, it is particularly important to allow ample time for visa processing after receiving an offer of employment.

Essential Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must hold current registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register. Additionally, you should possess a professional qualification to either Degree level or Diploma level. These qualifications form the foundation for your entry into the postgraduate specialist community public health nursing course.

Desirable Qualifications

While not essential, having knowledge of the Adolescent Brain and sexual health would be advantageous for this role. Additionally, experience as a registered mentor or Practice assessor is considered desirable. These qualifications would enhance your ability to contribute effectively to the team and support the educational development of other staff members.

Essential Knowledge and Experience

You must demonstrate a basic understanding of relevant policy, legislation and guidance applicable to the clinical area, particularly concerning Children, Young People and their families. Furthermore, you should have the ability to analyse and implement evidence-based practice and best approaches in public health nursing.

Desirable Knowledge and Experience

Knowledge of leadership skills and theory is considered desirable for this position. Such knowledge would support your development as a future leader in public health nursing and enhance your contribution to team management and service improvement initiatives within the Trust.

Essential Skills and Competencies

Good IT skills are essential for this role, as you will be required to use various digital systems for record-keeping, communication, and accessing training resources. Additionally, strong assessment and screening skills are necessary to effectively evaluate the health needs of children, young people, and their families.

Desirable Skills and Competencies

Some knowledge of Trust policies and procedures would be beneficial to effectively lead and manage within the clinical environment. This knowledge would help you navigate organizational systems and ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

Professional Development

As a student in this position, you will have access to comprehensive professional development opportunities as part of the Post Graduate Specialist Community Public Health Nursing course. The Trust is committed to staff development and invests in colleagues to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.

About Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

We are an award-winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. As a forward-thinking and dynamic organization, we have a real commitment to staff development and value our colleagues by investing in their skills to deliver outstanding care.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality while challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment to equality and diversity is reflected in our above-average scores across all NHS People Promise theme areas.

Work-Life Balance

Work-life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the standard working pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome your application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.

Benefits Package

We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts, including an enhanced leave package and comprehensive health and wellbeing support. From city to countryside, market towns to moors, you’ll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 338-7714762-26. For international applicants, ensure you have all necessary documentation ready, including proof of NMC registration, educational qualifications, and evidence of English language proficiency if applicable.

Information Sessions

We plan to hold information sessions to discuss the role and course. A face-to-face session will take place on 4th February 2026 at 4pm at the learning centre, Willerby Hill, HU10 6ED. An online session is scheduled for 4pm on 10th February 2026, with representatives from our 0-19 services and the university available to answer questions. The Teams link for the online session is: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZjI2Y2EwNTEtNjA4ZC00YWQ1LTliOTQtY2I2YTVjNjQ0ODRj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2237c354b2-85b0-47f5-b222-07b48d774ee3%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2284d03dfd-859f-4070-a1cf-6bcd34c7395f%22%7d

For Questions About the Job

If you have any questions about this position or the application process, please contact Adhel Cadle (Team Leader) via email at adhel.cadle@nhs.net or by phone at 07790882758. For international applicants specifically, you may wish to ask about visa processing times, relocation support, and the specific requirements for the certificate of sponsorship.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and 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. For international applicants, this may require additional documentation from countries where you have previously resided.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. For further information regarding UK registration for overseas-qualified nurses, please see the NHS Careers website. International applicants should verify their eligibility for UK registration before applying.

Further Information

For additional information about Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, please visit our website at https://www.humber.nhs.uk/. You can also find our privacy notice regarding data protection at https://www.humber.nhs.uk/downloads/Data%20Protection%20and%20IG/Staff%20Privacy%20Notice.pdf.