Job Description
Are you a motivated Nurse or Midwife looking to expand your skills in community health? Consider an exciting career as an SCPHN Apprentice (Health Visiting) with Wrightington, Wigan, and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust! This training opportunity is offered in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) to help you develop your skills in supporting children and families within the community.
We invite qualified Nurses and Midwives to apply for this full-time, 13-month training program to become a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) with a focus on Health Visiting. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and begin your journey with us!
Job Requirements:
To apply, you must:
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Be a Registered Nurse or Midwife with active NMC Registration and substantial post-registration experience (newly qualified Nurses/Midwives will not be considered).
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Hold English and Mathematics qualifications equivalent to Level 2 (GCSE grade C/4 or above).
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Have at least 120 academic credits at Level 5 (for BSc) or Level 6 (for PGDip).
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Be available for the 13-month full-time training course starting September 2025 and completing in October 2026, with a combination of academic and practice placements.
Key Details:
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Salary: £29,970 to £32,324 per annum.
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Location: Community, Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NN.
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Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week).
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Interview Dates: 13th & 15th May 2025.
Main Duties & Responsibilities as SCPHN Apprentice (Health Visiting):
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Work with a multi-disciplinary team to promote health and well-being for children and families.
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Complete 50% of your training in academic settings and 50% in practice placements across different locations.
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Develop skills in comprehensive health assessments, safeguarding children, and collaborating with families and communities.
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Lead initiatives to improve health outcomes and support families in adopting healthier lifestyles.
Additional Responsibilities:
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Maintain professional accountability in all aspects of client care.
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Participate in clinical governance and quality assurance initiatives.
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Complete mandatory training and engage in continuous professional development.
About Wrightington, Wigan, and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust:
At WWL, we are committed to providing high-quality care and creating a supportive environment for our staff. As an SCPHN Apprentice (Health Visiting), you will be part of a team that places patient care at the heart of everything we do.