Student Health Visitor

You will also need:

• the academic ability to study at Level 7
• an interest in public health and the factors affecting children, families and communities
• experience of working with children and families
• strong communication and relationship-building skills
• a compassionate, proactive and solution-focused approach
• a clear commitment to improving outcomes for children and families

Selection process: Shortlisted candidates will be asked to deliver a 10-minute presentation demonstrating their understanding of public health practice and academic readiness for Level 7 study.

What We Will Offer You

This is a unique opportunity to gain a postgraduate qualification and start a career in specialist public health nursing.

You will benefit from:

• structured support throughout your academic and clinical training
• dedicated Practice Supervisor and Assessor
• strong clinical, safeguarding and reflective supervision
• exposure to working across communities, Family Hubs and partner organisations
• a service focused on quality, prevention and reducing inequalities
• opportunities to develop confidence in assessment, safeguarding and partnership working

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be supported to apply for Grade 6 Health Visitor roles within Suffolk County Council.

Why join us

• make a lasting impact on babies, children and families across Suffolk
• join a service focused on prevention, early intervention and outcomes
• develop as a confident, autonomous public health practitioner
• work in a supportive, learning-focused environment
• be part of a service rated ‘Good’ by CQC

Important information

You can view the full Job and Person Profile (JPP) in the ‘How to apply’ section.

Recruitment is undertaken in partnership with Anglia Ruskin University.

Empowering Everyone

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Tara Saunders (she/her) for a casual conversation by calling 01449 745191 or 07415 799474 or by emailing Tara.Saunders@suffolk.gov.uk

If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Please make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How To Apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).

• Provide an example of when you embraced change in your work environment? How did you adapt, and what strategies did you use to cope with the change?
• Describe a situation where you had to deal with a challenging interpersonal situation or conflict? How did you handle it, and what did you learn from the experience?
• Provide an example of when you demonstrated leadership skills, even if you were not in a formal leadership role? How did you influence others, and what was the outcome?
• Describe a time when you had to recognise and manage your own stress levels? What strategies did you use, and how did it impact your work?

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date: 9 August 2026

Interview dates: 7, 8, 10, 16 and 18 September 2026

Interview location: West Suffolk House, Bury St Edmunds

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This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website.