School and Community Health Facilitator

About the role

This permanent, part‑time position supports children and families in the Cirencester and Gloucester area. Working three days a week alongside the school nursing team, you will deliver national health screening programmes and provide advice on child wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Organise and deliver the National Child Measurement Programme and vision screening in primary schools.
• Facilitate parent groups and one‑to‑one sessions on weight, sleep, anxiety and other health concerns.
• Complete delegated packages of care and maintain accurate child health records.
• Promote healthy lifestyles at every contact and deliver health‑promotion sessions at school events.
• Report to the school nurse and, when required, to the team leader.

Required profile

• Passion for working with children and families.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills for group and individual advice.
• Commitment to safeguarding and clinical supervision processes.

Required skills

What we offer

• Induction programme with robust training and competency frameworks.
• Clinical supervision and safeguarding support.
• Opportunities to make a tangible difference to child and family health.
• Inclusive workplace culture with regular staff surveys and engagement initiatives.