Job summary
Nottingham CityCare’s Children’s Public Health 0-19 Nursing Service is excited to be expanding the number of Children, Young People Support Workers in their integrated team.
Do you have experience and are you passionate about working with families from diverse populations to meet their public health needs?
Our aim is to offer a responsive service to meet the holistic public health needs of children, young people and families in order to give children the best start in life.
As part of the team, you will support the delivery of the Healthy Child programme and contribute to the delivery of public health interventions, supporting the health and well-being of babies, children, young people and their families in the home, clinic settings, schools and community settings in Nottingham City.
We are looking for enthusiasm and self-motivated individuals who has a passion for giving children the best start of life and improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.
If you have that passion and drive required and want to take the next step on your career pathway then please apply for this post.
This role could be based at any of the following sites across Nottingham City, Southglade, Mary Potter, Broxtowe CC, Wollaton HC, Bulwell, Riverside, Southglade Access Centre, Sherwood HC, Sneinton HC, Clifton.
Main duties of the job
· Your role will be to undertake universal Healthy Child Programme developmental reviews and public health interventions delegated by the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse.
· You will also support the delivery of groups and clinics e.g. Baby Clinics, First Foods weaning and Breastfeeding peer support groups and support with targeted health promotion initiatives in a variety of settings e.g. school assemblies, displays and health promotion focused events.
· You will undertake growth measurements of babies, children and young people and plotting of growth measurements; to include National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) and healthy weight support as directed.
· You will support the team with clinical processes e.g., ensuring that rooms are set up for clinics, that equipment is clean, that health promotion literature is available and health promotion displays are up to date.
· You will need to work in accordance with Nottingham City Local Safeguarding Children’s Board procedures.
· You will need to provide and receive routine information, orally, in writing or electronically in line with Nottingham CityCare policy and abiding by legal requirements.
About us
We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services, Nottingham
CityCare Partnership CIC exists to support the health and wellbeing of all
local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this.
We are a values driven, people business with a passion for excellence. Our
vision and social purpose is to build healthier communities and our values of
integrity, expertise, unity and enterprise lie at the heart of everything we
do, guiding how we work together with partners and each other to consistently
deliver high quality compassionate care. As a social enterprise we aim to add
social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to
make a difference in peoples lives.
CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive
workforce. Our primary objective during the recruitment process is to ensure we
recruit the best candidate for the position and we strive to reflect the
community we serve. Therefore, we encourage applications from candidates who
identify as disabled, LGBT+ or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME)
background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation.
CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive
about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a
different format please contact Human Resources on 0115 8839418. CityCare is
committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
· To support in the delivery of public health promotion, supporting the health and well-being of babies, children and young people and their families in Nottingham City.
· Provide additional clinical support to the 0-19 Children’s Public Health Nursing service by contributing to the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme (DH 2009).
· Deliver public health services to families in the home, clinic settings schools and community groups.
Dimensions
· To work under the direction of a Clinical Service Lead/Specialist Community Public Health Nurses and other team members and be integral to the 0-19 Children’s Public Health Nursing Service.
· The post holder will work as part of a geographical, skill mix team to support the delivery of high quality public health services to children, young people and their families in Nottingham City.
· Organise and complete delegated work effectively.
· Undertake other duties as may be required for maintenance of an effective and efficient service.
Key Responsibilities
Quality and performance
- Undertake universal Healthy Child Programme developmental reviews and public health interventions delegated by the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse.
- Support the delivery of groups and clinics e.g. Baby Clinics, First Foods weaning and Breastfeeding peer support groups.
- Support with targeted health promotion initiatives in a variety of settings e.g. school assemblies, displays and health promotion focused events.
- Undertake level one continence support as directed by a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse or Community Public Health Nurse.
· To undertake growth measurements of babies, children and young people and plotting of growth measurements; to include National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) and healthy weight support as directed.
· Contribute to the promotion and uptake of offers such as the imagination library for all families.
- Support the team with clinical processes e.g, ensuring that rooms are set up for clinics, that equipment is clean, that health promotion literature is available and health promotion displays are up to date.
- To be flexible as required in supporting Children’s Services teams across the City.
- Undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required within the remit of the role.
· Ability to contribute towards achieving key performance targets.
· Support in the delivery of school drop in’s at primary, secondary and special schools.
· Support in health promotion activities in all settings e.g. oral health promotion and healthy weight promotion.
· To undertake electronic referrals to specialist services for example orthoptics/speech and language services under the guidance of the lead practitioner.
· To maintain contemporaneous healthcare records using SystmOne in line with National and Nottingham CityCare’s policies and procedures.
· Work using own initiative within the limitations of the role; always promoting high quality care and Nottingham CityCare’s values and behaviours.
Professional
· Work in accordance with Nottingham City Local Safeguarding Children’s Board procedures.
· Provide and receive routine information, orally, in writing or electronically in line with Nottingham CityCare policy and abiding by legal requirements.
· Complete all appropriate records/documents in a clear, accurate and timely way, participating in reporting processes and audit processes as necessary.
· Ability to organise and prioritise own workload under the supervision of senior members of the team.
- To demonstrate empathy, compassion and ability to reassure.
- Be sensitive to the needs of children, young people and their carers who may have communication problems. Where English is not the first language or understanding is limited, identify appropriate resources to optimise understanding for parents and young people.
· Maintain confidentiality at all times.
· Maintain an accurate electronic diary in accordance with lone working policy and adhere to mobile working guidance.
· At all times ensure that own actions support and promote equality, diversity and the rights of patients, the public and colleagues within the health care environment.
· To conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times during the undertaking of your work.
· To dress in accordance with Nottingham CityCare Partnership policies.
· To uphold Nottingham CityCare Core Values and Behaviours.
Knowledge, training and experience
- To attend mandatory and essential training sessions as defined by Nottingham CityCare Partnership.
- To have an understanding of CityCare policies and procedures related to your clinical role.
- To attend safeguarding supervision on a regular basis in accordance with Nottingham CityCare Partnership guidelines.
· To receive annual review and personal development planning to promote achievement of individual, team and organisational objectives.
· Complete a comprehensive competency package through observation, reflection and supervised practice within the first 6 months of being in post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
· To support in the delivery of public health promotion, supporting the health and well-being of babies, children and young people and their families in Nottingham City.
· Provide additional clinical support to the 0-19 Children’s Public Health Nursing service by contributing to the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme (DH 2009).
· Deliver public health services to families in the home, clinic settings schools and community groups.
Dimensions
· To work under the direction of a Clinical Service Lead/Specialist Community Public Health Nurses and other team members and be integral to the 0-19 Children’s Public Health Nursing Service.
· The post holder will work as part of a geographical, skill mix team to support the delivery of high quality public health services to children, young people and their families in Nottingham City.
· Organise and complete delegated work effectively.
· Undertake other duties as may be required for maintenance of an effective and efficient service.
Key Responsibilities
Quality and performance
- Undertake universal Healthy Child Programme developmental reviews and public health interventions delegated by the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse.
- Support the delivery of groups and clinics e.g. Baby Clinics, First Foods weaning and Breastfeeding peer support groups.
- Support with targeted health promotion initiatives in a variety of settings e.g. school assemblies, displays and health promotion focused events.
- Undertake level one continence support as directed by a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse or Community Public Health Nurse.
· To undertake growth measurements of babies, children and young people and plotting of growth measurements; to include National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) and healthy weight support as directed.
· Contribute to the promotion and uptake of offers such as the imagination library for all families.
- Support the team with clinical processes e.g, ensuring that rooms are set up for clinics, that equipment is clean, that health promotion literature is available and health promotion displays are up to date.
- To be flexible as required in supporting Children’s Services teams across the City.
- Undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required within the remit of the role.
· Ability to contribute towards achieving key performance targets.
· Support in the delivery of school drop in’s at primary, secondary and special schools.
· Support in health promotion activities in all settings e.g. oral health promotion and healthy weight promotion.
· To undertake electronic referrals to specialist services for example orthoptics/speech and language services under the guidance of the lead practitioner.
· To maintain contemporaneous healthcare records using SystmOne in line with National and Nottingham CityCare’s policies and procedures.
· Work using own initiative within the limitations of the role; always promoting high quality care and Nottingham CityCare’s values and behaviours.
Professional
· Work in accordance with Nottingham City Local Safeguarding Children’s Board procedures.
· Provide and receive routine information, orally, in writing or electronically in line with Nottingham CityCare policy and abiding by legal requirements.
· Complete all appropriate records/documents in a clear, accurate and timely way, participating in reporting processes and audit processes as necessary.
· Ability to organise and prioritise own workload under the supervision of senior members of the team.
- To demonstrate empathy, compassion and ability to reassure.
- Be sensitive to the needs of children, young people and their carers who may have communication problems. Where English is not the first language or understanding is limited, identify appropriate resources to optimise understanding for parents and young people.
· Maintain confidentiality at all times.
· Maintain an accurate electronic diary in accordance with lone working policy and adhere to mobile working guidance.
· At all times ensure that own actions support and promote equality, diversity and the rights of patients, the public and colleagues within the health care environment.
· To conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times during the undertaking of your work.
· To dress in accordance with Nottingham CityCare Partnership policies.
· To uphold Nottingham CityCare Core Values and Behaviours.
Knowledge, training and experience
- To attend mandatory and essential training sessions as defined by Nottingham CityCare Partnership.
- To have an understanding of CityCare policies and procedures related to your clinical role.
- To attend safeguarding supervision on a regular basis in accordance with Nottingham CityCare Partnership guidelines.
· To receive annual review and personal development planning to promote achievement of individual, team and organisational objectives.
· Complete a comprehensive competency package through observation, reflection and supervised practice within the first 6 months of being in post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in a healthcare or childcare-related area or significant previous experience
- Good numeracy and literacy to GCSE level (A-C or 9-4) or equivalent
Desirable
- Educated to Foundation Degree, or equivalent in a healthcare or childcare-related area
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare or childcare setting with a minimum of 1 year experience
- Experience of working in a skill mix team with a minimum of 1 year experience
- Experience of carrying out delegated work
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care setting
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to be flexible over both working hours, and working at other sites, as and when required to meet the needs of the service
- Full driving licence and ability to travel between locations.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- A good standard of written and spoken English
- An ability to use Microsoft Office programmes, including MS Outlook and MS Word
- Demonstrate evidence of contributing to producing care records.
- Evidence of understanding of confidential and sensitive issues including GDPR and data protection legislation.
- Excellent communication skills with an ability to demonstrate the 6Cs in daily practice.
- An ability to plan and organise own workload and any delegated work.
- Demonstrate ability to manage own workload and meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrate ability to use initiative.
Desirable
- Experience of using electronic healthcare record keeping systems and of contributing to updating patient records
- An understanding of the Healthy Child Programme (DH 2009)
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and experience of Childhood Development
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in a healthcare or childcare-related area or significant previous experience
- Good numeracy and literacy to GCSE level (A-C or 9-4) or equivalent
Desirable
- Educated to Foundation Degree, or equivalent in a healthcare or childcare-related area
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare or childcare setting with a minimum of 1 year experience
- Experience of working in a skill mix team with a minimum of 1 year experience
- Experience of carrying out delegated work
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care setting
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to be flexible over both working hours, and working at other sites, as and when required to meet the needs of the service
- Full driving licence and ability to travel between locations.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- A good standard of written and spoken English
- An ability to use Microsoft Office programmes, including MS Outlook and MS Word
- Demonstrate evidence of contributing to producing care records.
- Evidence of understanding of confidential and sensitive issues including GDPR and data protection legislation.
- Excellent communication skills with an ability to demonstrate the 6Cs in daily practice.
- An ability to plan and organise own workload and any delegated work.
- Demonstrate ability to manage own workload and meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrate ability to use initiative.
Desirable
- Experience of using electronic healthcare record keeping systems and of contributing to updating patient records
- An understanding of the Healthy Child Programme (DH 2009)
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and experience of Childhood Development
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures
