Health Visitor Team Leader(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Join a Forward-Thinking Community Health Team in Scotland

NHS Forth Valley is seeking an experienced and motivated Health Visitor to take on a leadership role within its evolving Health Visiting Service. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families while supporting the development of community healthcare services across the region.

The successful candidate will combine clinical expertise with operational leadership, helping to deliver safe, person-centred care to families with pre-school children while supporting and supervising qualified Health Visitors across the service.

About the Role

This position offers a balanced combination of clinical and leadership responsibilities within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

The post holder will:

• Support delivery of the Universal Health Visiting Pathway across the locality
  Work collaboratively with Health Visitors, Primary Care teams, and partner agencies
  Provide formal clinical supervision and professional guidance to qualified Health Visitors
  Assist the Clinical Nurse Manager with operational leadership and service management
  Promote safe, accessible, and family-centred care for children and parents
  Contribute to service improvement and workforce development initiatives
  Support safeguarding and child protection processes within community services

The role requires flexibility, professional judgement, and a commitment to delivering high standards of public health nursing practice.

Key Skills and Experience Required

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Strong leadership and communication skills
  A solid understanding of GIRFEC principles and their application in practice
  Knowledge of current public health and child health policy frameworks
  Experience working within child protection and safeguarding systems
  Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams
  Confidence using digital healthcare and IT systems
  Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice

Due to the geographical coverage of the service, candidates must be willing and able to travel throughout the NHS Forth Valley area.

Essential Qualifications

To apply for this opportunity, candidates must have:

• Degree-level education
  First-level registration as a Nurse or Midwife
  Active Health Visiting qualification recorded on Part 3 of the NMC register
  Relevant post-registration experience within health visiting or community practice
  Evidence of ongoing professional development and clinical learning

Training and development opportunities will be available, including additional support in clinical supervision where required.

Why Join NHS Forth Valley?

NHS Forth Valley offers a supportive and inclusive working environment focused on staff wellbeing, leadership development, and high-quality patient care.

Benefits include:

• UK visa sponsorship opportunities for eligible applicants
  Structured induction and ongoing training programmes
  Access to NHS pension and employee benefits
  Inclusive workplace culture with support for career progression
  Opportunities to influence and shape community healthcare services

The organisation is committed to equality, diversity, and supporting disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.

Important Information for International Applicants

Applicants requiring sponsorship should carefully review UK visa and registration requirements before applying.

Helpful official resources include:

• UK Health and Care Worker Visa Guidance
  Applying for Health and Social Care Jobs in the UK
  Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registration
  Disclosure Scotland – PVG Scheme
  Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC) Guidance

A Rewarding Leadership Opportunity

This role is ideal for a dedicated Health Visitor ready to take the next step into leadership while maintaining strong clinical involvement. You will have the opportunity to positively influence child and family health outcomes, support professional colleagues, and contribute to the future direction of community healthcare services across Scotland.