SCPHN School Nurse Student

Job overview

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (LGT) is pleased to offer fully funded sponsorship opportunities for qualified Nurses and Midwives to undertake the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) – School Nursing qualification (Level 7) and develop their career as a School Nurse.

This SCPHN training post is fully funded by NHS England, and successful candidates will be appointed on Agenda for Change Band 6 (Annex 21) for the duration of the programme. Applicants must be NMC‑registered nurses or midwives, hold a Level 6 qualification (minimum 2:1), demonstrate recent study at Level 7 within the past two years, and be able to commence the programme in September 2026 at King’s College London.

This is an exciting time to join LGT as we continue to shape and strengthen 5–19 Children and Young People’s services . LGT is committed to the development of School Health Community   Public Health Nursing, supported by a clear Public Health Nursing Strategy and a well‑established training and supervision framework across School Health Service teams.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain specialist public health knowledge, leadership skills and practical experience within a supportive learning environment. The program is a 50/50 split between university-based study and practical, community-based experience

Internal applicants who wish to be considered for a secondment opportunity should discuss with their line manager the suitability of a possible secondment

Main duties of the job

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking individuals who demonstrate:

• Innovation & Adaptability – The ability to meet the diverse needs of children and families on our caseload.
• Knowledge of the Healthy Child Programme – Understanding key principles and practices to support child health.
• Commitment to Public Health – Awareness of wider determinants of health and a drive to address public health needs.
• Strong Communication Skills – Excellent listening and communication abilities to engage effectively with colleagues and families.
• Autonomy & Teamwork – Confidence in working independently while contributing to a cohesive team environment.
• Emotional Maturity – The ability to navigate complex and distressing situations with professionalism and compassion.
• Leadership & Decision-Making – A willingness to take responsibility and make informed, appropriate decisions.
• Academic Excellence – The ability to manage a demanding academic year with multiple deadlines.
• Reflective Learning – A commitment to self-improvement and building on prior knowledge and experience.

Interview Structure: Shortlisted candidates will participate in a two-part interview process:

• Group Discussion – Candidates will engage in a conversation on an unseen topic or question.
• Individual Interview – A panel interview where candidates will deliver a short 5-minute presentation at the beginning. Further details will be provided upon shortlisting.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Eligibility Criteria & Requirements

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• NMC Registration – Current registration for nursing or midwifery, OR evidence of application with confirmed registration within 2 months of the start date.
• Educational Qualifications – BSc  degree (or above) qualification equivalent to 360 credits at level 6 or evidence of previous education and learning to this level. Postgraduate Diploma Route – A 2:1 Honours Degree is required. Please refer to the candidate guidance for HEI details.
• BSc  degree (or above) qualification equivalent to 360 credits at level 6 or evidence of previous education and learning to this level.
• Postgraduate Diploma Route – A 2:1 Honours Degree is required. Please refer to the candidate guidance for HEI details.
• Eligibility to Work in the UK – Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the UK.
• Application Submission – ALL sections of the application form must be fully completed according to the provided written guidelines.
• Literacy & Numeracy Proficiency – Numeracy: National Qualifications Framework Level 1-2 (equivalent to GCSE). Literacy: National Qualifications Framework Level 3-4 (equivalent to A-level).
• Numeracy: National Qualifications Framework Level 1-2 (equivalent to GCSE).
• Literacy: National Qualifications Framework Level 3-4 (equivalent to A-level).