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Trainee Health Visitor - Annexe 21
Scotland On-site 2-5 yrs exp Hospitals and Health Care 7,503 employees
Health VisitingPublic Health PolicyLeadershipCaseload ManagementPatient Care
Requirements
Must be a registered nurse or midwife with the NMC and hold a first degree at level 9 SCQF. A full UK driving licence and availability to start the full-time programme in September 2026 are essential.
Job Description
NHS Scotland
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your applicationbut your answers must be your own.
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Health Visitor based within the Children's Health Service in South Ayrshire. This post is offered on a permanent basis.
Post 1: Troon and Prestwick
Post 2: Maybole and Girvan
Post 3. Ayr
Location preference can be discussed at interview - You must be available for an in person interview on Friday 28 August 2026
Hours
36.00 hours per week over 5 days Monday to Friday, 9-5.
From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.
UK Driving Licence
A UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What You Will Do
We are offering an exciting opportunity for registered nurses and midwives who are interested in a career in Health Visiting to undertake the PG Diploma in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN, Health Visiting) course at level 11 (masters level) with the University of the West of Scotland. The programme is a blend of theoretical and practice learning and you will be provided with a placement within one of our South Ayrshire health visiting teams with support from a practice assessor and supervisor.
On completion of the programme, you will achieve the standards of proficiency leading to SCPHN registration with the NMC. The programme is full time for 1 year, after which successful completion you will remain in a HV post within South Ayrshire HSCP.
You must have a current NMC registration as a nurse or midwife with relevant post registration experience. We are looking for someone with a passion and commitment to promoting health and wellbeing outcomes for infants, children and their families, and who has contemporary knowledge of public health policy driving practice in Scotland. You must be motivated and self directed, and demonstrate strong leadership skills that will enable you to practice independently and manage complex caseloads.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
You will be employed as Trainee Health Visitors on Band 7 Annex 21 for the duration of the programme. After successful completion and SCPHN registration, you will move to substantive Band 7 HV post and are expected to remain within South Ayrshire to consolidate practice. A robust preceptor package of support will be available during this first year of qualified practice.
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post
Be an experienced nurse or midwife, with current registration with the NMC
Have a first degree at level 9 SCQF
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification.
Be available to commence study in Sept 2026
Be available to commence in a full time post (36 hrs) from September 2026
Meet Any Entry/other Requirements Of The University
For further information on the HV SCPHN programme please visit UWS website for more information.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Clinical Service Manager Kerry Ellis at Kerry.ellis@aapct.scot.nhs.uk, or alternatively on 07813544229.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.
Please visit for further information.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
Additional Information For Candidates
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your applicationbut your answers must be your own.
- Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
- Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
- Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Health Visitor based within the Children's Health Service in South Ayrshire. This post is offered on a permanent basis.
Post 1: Troon and Prestwick
Post 2: Maybole and Girvan
Post 3. Ayr
Location preference can be discussed at interview - You must be available for an in person interview on Friday 28 August 2026
Hours
36.00 hours per week over 5 days Monday to Friday, 9-5.
From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.
UK Driving Licence
A UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What You Will Do
We are offering an exciting opportunity for registered nurses and midwives who are interested in a career in Health Visiting to undertake the PG Diploma in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN, Health Visiting) course at level 11 (masters level) with the University of the West of Scotland. The programme is a blend of theoretical and practice learning and you will be provided with a placement within one of our South Ayrshire health visiting teams with support from a practice assessor and supervisor.
On completion of the programme, you will achieve the standards of proficiency leading to SCPHN registration with the NMC. The programme is full time for 1 year, after which successful completion you will remain in a HV post within South Ayrshire HSCP.
You must have a current NMC registration as a nurse or midwife with relevant post registration experience. We are looking for someone with a passion and commitment to promoting health and wellbeing outcomes for infants, children and their families, and who has contemporary knowledge of public health policy driving practice in Scotland. You must be motivated and self directed, and demonstrate strong leadership skills that will enable you to practice independently and manage complex caseloads.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
You will be employed as Trainee Health Visitors on Band 7 Annex 21 for the duration of the programme. After successful completion and SCPHN registration, you will move to substantive Band 7 HV post and are expected to remain within South Ayrshire to consolidate practice. A robust preceptor package of support will be available during this first year of qualified practice.
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post
Be an experienced nurse or midwife, with current registration with the NMC
Have a first degree at level 9 SCQF
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification.
Be available to commence study in Sept 2026
Be available to commence in a full time post (36 hrs) from September 2026
Meet Any Entry/other Requirements Of The University
For further information on the HV SCPHN programme please visit UWS website for more information.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Clinical Service Manager Kerry Ellis at Kerry.ellis@aapct.scot.nhs.uk, or alternatively on 07813544229.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.
Please visit for further information.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
Additional Information For Candidates
- You should apply for this post by completing the application process on NHS Jobs Scotland.
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- Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
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Skills
Health VisitingPublic Health PolicyLeadershipCaseload ManagementPatient CareCommunity NursingPromoting Health and Wellbeing