Job summary
We
have various School Health Nursing vacancies available across Bristol & South Glos (Students currently studying on the
SCPHN programme are welcome to apply.)
Are you a
compassionate, enthusiastic, and dynamic Specialist Community Public Health
Nurse (SCPHN School Nurse) who is looking for a new challenge? We are looking
for new Senior School Nurses to join our teams and work in partnership with
professionals to promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people and
families. As a Senior School Nurse, in line with iThrive, you will promote
physical, mental and emotional health and wellbeing by empowering those we care
for with the resources they need to make the best choices for them, throughout
their life. You will also be thoroughly involved with the leadership of the
School Nursing workforce by sharing your knowledge and expertise with the wider
team, including trainee nurse associates, undergraduate nurses and SCPHN
students.
We are committed to
supporting personal development and encourage all members of the workforce to
embark on available learning opportunities within Sirona to enhance your own
knowledge and skills. Within School Nursing, we also aim to provide flexible working,
along with initiatives to promote personal and team wellbeing
Main duties of the job
Your main duties will be;
To demonstrate
passion and enthusiasm for maintaining the health of school aged children
whilst adhering to the NMC code.
To maintain
an up-to-date knowledge base of key pieces of literature which impact upon the
health of school aged children and school nursing practice.
To lead
members of the School Nursing workforce compassionately by providing regular
caseload reviews and appraisals as necessary.
To develop
and lead on school and community public health initiatives to promote health
and accessibility of the service.
To form
effective, working relationships with members of the multi-disciplinary team.
About us
We are Sirona care & health, a Community Interest Company committed to providing local communities with a range of high-quality specialist health care services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. For us, its about the personal approach; we take pride in what we do and deliver the high standard of care that we would expect for ourselves and our families.
At Sirona, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of colleagues, service users and communities. We therefore welcome applications from all those who feel they have the skills and attributes we are seeking.
Benefits:
We offer NHS Agenda for Change Salary, Terms and Conditions and an NHS pension scheme plus much more! Please see the benefits leaflet attached to this advert for more details.
Additional Information:
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the role please refer to the Job Description and
Person Specification attached to this advert. Please read in full before
applying for this role.
We have full & part time roles available across Bristol 7 South Glos. Hours and locations to be discussed at interview.
This vacancy
qualifies for the SironaEmployeeReferralScheme Tier 1 - referrals must be made
prior to the closing date
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the role please refer to the Job Description and
Person Specification attached to this advert. Please read in full before
applying for this role.
We have full & part time roles available across Bristol 7 South Glos. Hours and locations to be discussed at interview.
This vacancy
qualifies for the SironaEmployeeReferralScheme Tier 1 - referrals must be made
prior to the closing date
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a thorough general knowledge of the public health agenda, and an understanding of how this relates to children, young people families and communities.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and work as part of a skill mix team
- Evidence the ability to work well as part of a multi professional team
- Demonstrate linking theory to practice.
- Relevant experience of working with children and families.
- Experience and understanding of Safeguarding Children and Adults which may also include Child Protection
- Demonstrate Leadership skills in promoting the Health Visiting service/Public Health role with other professionals and agencies
- Confident in the use of technology to fulfil aspects of role such as Electronic Patient Records (EMIS), MS teams, Microsoft packages- word/excel/outlook
Desirable
- Familiar with group facilitation either with parents, students, or colleagues
- Familiar with Chat Health
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse; mental health nurse, learning disability nurse, adult nurse, childrens nurse or midwife.
- Specialist Community Public Health Degree or PGDip and registration (or working towards).
- Current NMC registration.
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes
Desirable
- Evidence of successful study at post graduate level
- Recognised teaching, assessing or supervising of students qualification/study
- Leadership and Management courses/experience
Sponsorship/Visa
Essential
- Sirona care & health currently recruit overseas nursing and therapy staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore, unable to accept any direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in the UK. If you currently reside in the UK, and are on a visa, please confirm what type of visa you hold, or confirm if you require sponsorship.
Location Preference
Essential
- Please provide your preferred location from the following;
- Bristol
- South Glos
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a thorough general knowledge of the public health agenda, and an understanding of how this relates to children, young people families and communities.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and work as part of a skill mix team
- Evidence the ability to work well as part of a multi professional team
- Demonstrate linking theory to practice.
- Relevant experience of working with children and families.
- Experience and understanding of Safeguarding Children and Adults which may also include Child Protection
- Demonstrate Leadership skills in promoting the Health Visiting service/Public Health role with other professionals and agencies
- Confident in the use of technology to fulfil aspects of role such as Electronic Patient Records (EMIS), MS teams, Microsoft packages- word/excel/outlook
Desirable
- Familiar with group facilitation either with parents, students, or colleagues
- Familiar with Chat Health
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse; mental health nurse, learning disability nurse, adult nurse, childrens nurse or midwife.
- Specialist Community Public Health Degree or PGDip and registration (or working towards).
- Current NMC registration.
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes
Desirable
- Evidence of successful study at post graduate level
- Recognised teaching, assessing or supervising of students qualification/study
- Leadership and Management courses/experience
Sponsorship/Visa
Essential
- Sirona care & health currently recruit overseas nursing and therapy staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore, unable to accept any direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in the UK. If you currently reside in the UK, and are on a visa, please confirm what type of visa you hold, or confirm if you require sponsorship.
Location Preference
Essential
- Please provide your preferred location from the following;
- Bristol
- South Glos
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
