Job summary

Please note - this post is based in North Lincolnshire

To work as a member of a corporate School Nursing team within the Health and Wellbeing 0-19 (25 SEND) service, supporting the School Nursing team in public health, clinical, non-clinical and clerical duties, to enable children and young people to access their education, and make informed healthy lifestyle choices.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Main duties of the job

To work within a corporate team as part of the wider School Nursing Service covering all schools and settings in North Lincolnshire to deliver the Healthy Child Programme 5-19 years, including the weight management pathway.

The organisation is supportive of training needs and there is an excellent learning and development programme. You will receive regular safeguarding, management and clinical supervision and will have support from the leadership team.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£26,299.62 to £27,476 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-NLCCGAO-0186

Job locations

Elizabeth Quarter

High Street

Scunthorpe

DN156BF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Job description Job responsibilities Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. ****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship**** We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
• Willingness to undertake training relevant to the role

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children in a care or support role (can include personal, voluntary, or professional experience).
• Experience of working within a team.
• Experience of inputting data into computer systems

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS or another healthcare setting.
• Experience working in schools or community settings

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic understanding of health conditions and their impact on individuals.
• Understanding of the role of a Health Care Support Worker in a physical health setting.
• Awareness of infection control practices and health and safety regulations.

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of child development.
• Basic knowledge of safeguarding Children & Adults.

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic IT skills (email, record-keeping systems).
• Ability to work under supervision and follow instructions.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging or stressful situations.
• Awareness of boundaries and professional conduct.

Desirable

• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles.
• Ability to collate information and data.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2) NVQ Level 2 in a related subject NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship Willingness to undertake training relevant to the role Experience Essential Experience of working with children in a care or support role (can include personal, voluntary, or professional experience). Experience of working within a team. Experience of inputting data into computer systems Desirable Experience of working in the NHS or another healthcare setting. Experience working in schools or community settings Knowledge Essential Basic understanding of health conditions and their impact on individuals. Understanding of the role of a Health Care Support Worker in a physical health setting. Awareness of infection control practices and health and safety regulations. Desirable Basic knowledge of child development. Basic knowledge of safeguarding Children & Adults. Skills/abilities Essential Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Basic IT skills (email, record-keeping systems). Ability to work under supervision and follow instructions. Ability to remain calm in challenging or stressful situations. Awareness of boundaries and professional conduct. Desirable Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles. Ability to collate information and data.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Elizabeth Quarter

High Street

Scunthorpe

DN156BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Elizabeth Quarter

High Street

Scunthorpe

DN156BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)