
Job summary
Are You Ready to Train as a Health Visitor? HCRG Care Group is excited to offer funded SCPHN (Specialist Community Public Health Nursing) training posts for the course starting in January 2027. We are looking for dedicated, reflective, and dynamic Nurses or Midwives who are passionate about making a real difference to children, families, and communities across Surrey. This year we have 6 Health Visitor SCPHN student posts available across Surrey. The course is delivered exclusively through Oxford Brookes University and leads to a Master's level qualification. The SCPHN programme at Oxford Brookes University is a Master's level course (PG Dip / MSc) and is available on both a full-time and part-time basis. The course combines online distance learning with supervised practice placements: Online distance learning - 2 days per week (theoretical and academic component). Practice placement - 3 days per week (clinical learning and hands-on experience). The 50/50 split of theory and practice ensures you develop both academic and clinical skills.
Main duties of the job
The Health Visitor SCPHN student posts offer an opportunity to receive funded training provided by the HCRG Care Group, starting in January 2027. The training is specifically designed for Nurses and Midwives who are registered with the NMC, and it leads to a Master's level SCPHN qualification through Oxford Brookes University. The course involves a balanced approach with 50% online distance learning and 50% practice placement to ensure comprehensive theoretical and practical training. Successful candidates will have the chance to apply their theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios during placements while working with families to promote health among children aged 0-4 years. A registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK with an undergraduate degree or a diploma in nursing is essential, along with a UK driving license. Suitable candidates should be passionate about health visiting and contributing to public health improvements through evidence-based assessments and care.
About us
Established in 2006, HCRG Care Group is a leading independent provider of community health and care services in the UK, working in partnership with health and care commissioners and communities to deliver and transform services. The organisation focuses on enhancing health and care services by transforming community health services for adults and children, urgent care, and other specialized areas such as sexual health and dermatology. Annually, HCRG Care Group supports millions of people and directly impacts the lives of over half a million individuals, driven by values that emphasize caring, thinking, and doing. As proponents of equal opportunities, the Group welcomes a diverse range of applicants and works toward inclusive recruitment and work practices, including being committed to the Disability Confident initiative. They ensure strict adherence to safeguarding policies to protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
Details
- Date posted: 19 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1518304548
- Job locations: HCRG Care Group, Surrey, GU3 1LR, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Package Description: Are You Ready to Train as a Health Visitor?
HCRG Care Group is excited to offer funded SCPHN (Specialist Community Public Health Nursing) training posts for the course starting in January 2027.
We are looking for dedicated, reflective, and dynamic Nurses or Midwives who are passionate about making a real difference to children, families, and communities across Surrey.
This year we have 6 Health Visitor SCPHN student posts available across Surrey.
The course is delivered exclusively through Oxford Brookes University and leads to a Master's level qualification.
About the Course
The SCPHN programme at Oxford Brookes University is a Master's level course (PG Dip / MSc) and is available on both a full-time and part-time basis. The course combines online distance learning with supervised practice placements:
- Online distance learning - 2 days per week (theoretical and academic component)
- Practice placement - 3 days per week (clinical learning and hands-on experience)
- The 50/50 split of theory and practice ensures you develop both academic and clinical skills
- Upon completion you will be registered as a SCPHN and eligible to apply for Band 6 Health Visitor role
For full course details visit Oxford Brookes University:
https://www.brookes.ac.uk/courses/cpd/specialist-community-public-health-nursing-health
Entry Requirements
To be considered for a student post you must meet the following criteria:
Essential:
- Registered with the NMC as a Nurse or Midwife
- UK resident
- Demonstrate either: achievement of an undergraduate degree OR completion of a Diploma in Nursing
- A full UK driving licence is required
Desirable:
- Completion of a recent Level 6 (or above) module
See top tips for applying for the SCPHN programme :Health visiting in the South East - Welcome
Main Responsibilities
As a Student SCPHN Health Visitor you will play a vital role in ensuring that every child gets the best possible start in life, developing the skills to lead the Healthy Child Programme.
- Work with families to identify health needs in children 0-4 years as early as possible
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practice placements to develop high-quality, evidence-based assessment and care
- Safeguard and protect children, young people and vulnerable adults
- Travel across Surrey to meet both educational and clinical requirements of the course
What We Offer
Competitive Pay & Pension: Band 5 Agenda for Change salary with NHS pension throughout your training.
Professional Growth:Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.
Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts at national supermarkets, well-known retailers and Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.
Wellbeing Support: 24/7 free wellbeing service offering access to counsellors, career coaching, legal advice and more.
Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access wages as you need them.
Learning & Development:Support from our L&D team, collaborating with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways and funding opportunities.
Recognition & Involvement:Celebrate achievements with local and national awards and contribute ideas to improve services.
Successful applicants must be available to start in January 2027. Please note that candidates who have already completed the SCPHN course are not eligible for these posts.
All appointments are subject to a safer recruitment process, including disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks, in line with our safeguarding policies.
As this is a popular programme, we encourage you to apply as early as possible. For course information visit: https://www.brookes.ac.uk/courses/cpd/specialist-community-public-health-nursing-health
Interview:
Friday 24th July 2026
We change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes.We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.
We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team.Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.
As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.
Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you.If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential: Registered with the NMC as a Nurse or Midwife, UK residency, undergraduate degree or diploma in nursing, UK driving license. Desirable: Completion of a recent Level 6 (or above) module.
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