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Oxford Health NHS Trust Community Public Health Associate

The closing date is 19 November 2026

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Job summary

Do you thrive on building relationships with families and helping children reach their full potential?

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Community Public Health Associate (formerly referred to as a Nursery Nurse) to work within the newly integrated 0-19 Children's and Young People Public Health Service based based in the North area and surrounding areas (covering Banbury and surrounding vllages). Based at Orchard Health Centre, Cope Rd, Oxford, OX16 2EZ

Health visitors, community public health nurses (formerly known as community staff nurses) and community public health associates will now be working with children up to 8 years of age and will provide health related episodes of care to support with areas such as behaviour, diet, toileting, communication and sleep. The service delivers the mandated contacts for the HCP, with the addition of a new four-year health and development review to support school transition and address any school readiness concerns. The service delivers health promotion groups, well baby drop in clinics and infant feeding support groups.

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

Main duties of the job

• Within the caseload, and as delegated by the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse, you will contribute to the effective delivery of the 0-19 service.
• Working alongside the wider team you will promote children's physical and emotional health and wellbeing, identify health, social or developmental concerns at the earliest opportunity and contribute to the aim for all children to have the best possible start in life.
• You will be based within the locality and will work with the 0-19 teams in that locality and support county-wide work where needed.
• Under the direction of the SCPHN (HV/SHN) the role involves working in partnership with children, young people, families, primary care, schools, statutory and voluntary services to facilitate health-enhancing activities and improve health outcomes.
• Deliver services to children and families within homes and community settings.
• Work with children 0-8 years and implement and evaluate episodes/packages of care according to the individual needs of the child/family.
• Run parenting groups such as "Early Days" and "Marvellous Me", deliver individual and group developmental reviews, and be involved, under supervision of the named SCPHN Band 6, with complex situations.

N.B. qualifications are required for the post, EITHER NNEB, OR NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, OR BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development, OR NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care Learning and Development.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details

Date posted

06 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

267-CH8402564

Job locations

Orchard Health Centre

Cope Road

Banbury

OX16 2EZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NNEB OR o NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education OR o BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development OR o NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Knowledge

Essential

• Understands and adheres to the need for confidentiality.
• Knowledge of appropriate development milestones
• Able to seek support as required within the boundaries of the role

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate experience of working with children and families
• Effective communication skills, oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Desirable

• Skills or potential to facilitate groups.

Skills

Desirable

• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NNEB OR o NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education OR o BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development OR o NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Knowledge

Essential

• Understands and adheres to the need for confidentiality.
• Knowledge of appropriate development milestones
• Able to seek support as required within the boundaries of the role

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate experience of working with children and families
• Effective communication skills, oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Desirable

• Skills or potential to facilitate groups.

Skills

Desirable

• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Orchard Health Centre

Cope Road

Banbury

OX16 2EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Orchard Health Centre

Cope Road

Banbury

OX16 2EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Leader

Lindsey Thomas

[email protected]

07920271342

Details

Date posted

06 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

267-CH8402564

Job locations

Orchard Health Centre

Cope Road

Banbury

OX16 2EZ

United Kingdom

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