Health Visitor – Children’s Services (Inverclyde)

About the role

The NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an enthusiastic Health Visitor to join the Inverclyde Children & Families Health Visiting Team. You will deliver a high‑quality community health visiting service aligned with the GIRFEC framework, managing a caseload of children and families and working closely with multi‑agency partners.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a safe, effective health visiting service in the community.
• Manage and supervise a defined caseload, ensuring robust assessments and appropriate referrals.
• Use evidence‑based practice to address identified needs and support early intervention.
• Collaborate with partner agencies, applying child protection and GIRFEC knowledge.
• Lead discussions in complex situations and contribute to policy and service improvement.
• Maintain ongoing professional development and adhere to legislative requirements.

Required profile

• Registered Nurse or Midwife (degree level) with NMC registration.
• Post‑registration qualification in Health Visiting or Public Health Nursing (Part 3).
• Master’s level education or equivalent knowledge (e.g., NES modules).
• Strong understanding of information‑sharing legislation, safeguarding, and protection pathways.

Required skills

• Health visiting assessment tools.
• Caseload management.
• Strength‑based practice.
• Risk management and critical decision‑making.

What we offer

• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Minimum 27 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.