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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
PgD SCPHN Health Visiting Trainee Opportunities in NHS GG&C
Post Graduate Diploma (Master’s Level 11) Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting)
One Year Trainee Post
Commensurate on ANNEX 21 - Band 7 Salary
Commencing 14th September 2026 at Glasgow Caledonian University
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde are pleased to invite applications for SCPHN Health Visitor Trainee posts as part of our commitment to improving outcomes for children, young people and families and to developing a skilled, compassionate Health Visiting workforce.
This is an exciting opportunity for registered nurses and midwives who are motivated to build on their existing strengths, leadership skills and professional experience to progress into a Health Visiting role.
About the Programme
Successful applicants will undertake the Postgraduate Diploma – Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting) at Glasgow Caledonian University, commencing 14th September 2026. The programme is a full‑time commitment over one academic year and combines:
- Academic study at university - Postgraduate Diploma Level 11.
- Supervised clinical learning in practice.
On appointment, you will be employed as a Trainee Health Visitor on a permanent contract, aligned to the duration of the programme. This opportunity will be offered under ANNEX 21, with the assurance of a substantiative post within NHS GGC on successful completion of the SCPHN HV programme.
Trainees will be recruited to a nominated HSCP within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Please note that there is no guarantee of securing a permanent post within the same HSCP following completion of the programme. Permanent Health Visiting posts will be discussed on completion, and an offer of a substantive post will be within a HSCP across NHSGGC.
Clinical learning will take place within the nominated HSCP, supported by an allocated Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor. It is extremely important that applicants consider travel commitments in relation to working in their nominated HSCP. You will be supported day to day by local HSCP leadership team.
We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where your existing experience, insight and values are recognised and developed.
Salary and Terms
Salary will be in line with Agenda for Change, Band 7 Annex 21 during training, in accordance with National guidance.
Annual leave during the training year will align with the University academic calendar to meet NMC training requirements.
Who Can Apply
Applications are welcomed from Registered Nurses and Midwives with current NMC Registration,
Candidates should be NMC registered and normally hold evidence of study at Honours level. This may be demonstrated through a first degree with Honours, or successful completion of an Honours level module within the past five years, alongside evidence of recent academic engagement and leadership development.
For applicants with substantial and relevant clinical experience, you may be offered the opportunity to demonstrate Honours level academic capability through submission of an enhanced (essay‑style) CV. You will be provided with a template which maps your relevant transferable skills, leadership, and practice experience to specified criteria.
Practitioners who can evidence motivation for Health Visiting and a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families.
Applicants should have relevant professional experience and be able to demonstrate the leadership, communication and organisational skills required for this Band 7 trainee.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Job Train application form, including a supporting statement (maximum 500 words) outlining:
- Your motivation and rationale for undertaking the SCPHN Health Visiting programme to become a SCPHN Health Visitor.
- Your understanding of the Health Visitor role.
- The transferable skills, experience and strengths you would bring to Health Visiting practice. This will include leadership competencies required to manage a caseload and improve outcomes for children.
- Within your supporting statement, please indicate you top three preferred HSCP areas.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss this opportunity with their current line manager and ensure that one referee is their current line manager.
You must be free to take up this on 14th September 2026.
You must demonstrate ongoing academic and clinical practice progress throughout the course and complete the one-year SCPHN program by September 2027.
Trainees follow University calendar for all holidays during the course and cannot take leave out with this. This is to meet NMC 52-week training requirement.
Normal NHS leave entitlement is suspended for year of training.
Further information
If you would like to find out more about working in Health Visiting, HSCP Health Visiting staff and Programme Lead at GCU will be available at an information session taking place on: Monday 25th May 2026 – 17.30 to 18.30
This is an MS Teams online drop-in session, and there is no need to book. Please join here -
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/32088791260902?p=W9prbFzuQJHyE9WuWM
Advert closes on 29th May 2026.
Interviews will be held, in person, at Glasgow Caledonian University week commencing 6th July 2026.
For general queries, please contact - Jo Milne, Senior Business Support Assistant -joanne.milne@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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