School Nurse

School Nurse / Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN)

Organization: NHS Ayrshire and Arran

Location: Ballot Road Clinic, Irvine (North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership)

Salary: Agenda for Change Banding applies

Hours: Permanent | 36 Hours per Week (Monday – Friday)

The Role

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Children and Families Health Team. In this vital role, you will work in partnership with children, young people, and families to identify health needs and deliver targeted interventions.

Guided by the refocused School Nursing Pathways, you will manage a caseload and collaborate with multi-agency partners to support vulnerable groups within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Caseload Management: Take accountability for school nurse activities and delegated tasks.

• Partnership Working: Collaborate with families and external agencies to support child health and wellbeing.

• Intervention Delivery: Provide essential health support to a vulnerable client group.

• Professionalism: Maintain a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful.

Requirements

• Qualifications: First-level Registered Nurse educated to degree level.

• Specialism: A SCPHN (Schools) qualification is preferred. However, we welcome applications from candidates willing to undertake the SCPHN course while in employment.

• Skills: Strong communication and IT skills are essential, along with evidence of continuing professional development.

• Knowledge: Working knowledge of Child Protection and experience in care is highly desirable.

• Legal: A full UK Driving Licence and PVG Scheme membership are required.

Working with NHS Scotland

• Work-Life Balance: We support flexible working patterns where possible to accommodate your needs.

• Reduced Hours: In line with the 2026 Agenda for Change update, the full-time working week is 36 hours with no loss of earnings.

• Inclusion: We are committed to equality and welcome applications from all sections of society.

How to Apply

• Process: Applications must be submitted via NHS Jobs Scotland.

• Note: Please do not upload a CV, as shortlisting is based solely on the application form.

• Deadline: Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.

Informal Enquiries:

Contact Elaine Kirk (Team Manager) at 07768712509 or email elaine.kirk2@aapct.scot.nhs.uk.

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    Company Location – Irvine, United Kingdom 

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