Job summary
We have an exciting secondment opportunity for a nursery
nurse to join our well established 0-19 team. Applications welcome from
motivated forward thinking nursery nurses looking to contribute and add value
to supporting children and their families who live in South Tyneside. We have
strong links with all local partners both statutory and voluntary.
These are exciting times for our integrated 0-19 service in South
Tyneside. If improving outcomes for children and families interests you and you
would like to join a thriving, innovative service, which puts children, young people
and their families at the centre of all that they do, then we look forward to
hearing from you.
Main duties of the job
Work
in partnership with and experienced team of Health Visitors and School nurses
in the delivery of the Health Child Programme ranging from universal in reach
to targeted in response
Support
the delivery of baby clinics, public health sessions and be able to carry out
home visiting
Support
public health activities e.g. breast feeding, healthy weight and healthy
lifestyle
Work
with families, children and young people to support behaviour management and
behaviour change
To
work in partnership with Trust and South Tyneside Safeguarding Children &
Adults Partnership
To
assist in programmes of care for children 0-19 years with complex health needs
Skills
around record keeping and be able to use of IT systems
We
have a flexible and agile working practice
We
have a both full or part time hours available
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Community Nursery Nurse is a member of the 0-19 Team and works in collaboration with other agencies to improve the health of pre-school children and their family.
Support the delivery of aspects of the Health Child Programme in partnership with the Health Visitor/School Nurse who is the named caseload holder.
Contribute to well-baby clinics, public health sessions and be able to adhere to WHO guidance around healthy child weight.
Work with families to improve health and promote the Best Start in Life agenda under the supervision of the named health visitor/school nurse.
To support parents in enhancing their childs behaviour and development by use of supportive programmes e.g. Solihull Approach.
To be proactive and support health promoting initiatives and actives including sexual health, smoking, breast feeding and healthy eating.
To offer service in a variety of settings including clinics, family homes, schools, nurseries and children centres.
Contribute to Local and Nation Public Health Agenda.
To contribute to the National and Local Agenda around School Readiness under the supervision of health visitor/school nurse.
To comply with the Trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Community Nursery Nurse is a member of the 0-19 Team and works in collaboration with other agencies to improve the health of pre-school children and their family.
Support the delivery of aspects of the Health Child Programme in partnership with the Health Visitor/School Nurse who is the named caseload holder.
Contribute to well-baby clinics, public health sessions and be able to adhere to WHO guidance around healthy child weight.
Work with families to improve health and promote the Best Start in Life agenda under the supervision of the named health visitor/school nurse.
To support parents in enhancing their childs behaviour and development by use of supportive programmes e.g. Solihull Approach.
To be proactive and support health promoting initiatives and actives including sexual health, smoking, breast feeding and healthy eating.
To offer service in a variety of settings including clinics, family homes, schools, nurseries and children centres.
Contribute to Local and Nation Public Health Agenda.
To contribute to the National and Local Agenda around School Readiness under the supervision of health visitor/school nurse.
To comply with the Trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NNEB or BTEC
- National Diploma in Childhood Studies or equivalent (CACHE Level 3
- Diploma in Child Care and Education / NVQ Level 3 in Childrens Care
Desirable
- Parenting programme e.g. Solihull Approach
- Evidence of ability to work with Parents and Carers
- Involvement in Innovative Practice
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
- Able to monitor and evaluate work and complete documentation
Desirable
- Working in a community environment
- Outreach Experience
- Working with Parents and Carers on a one to one basis
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues,
- both verbally and in writing
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Flexible, motivated and positive approach to career development.
- IT skills
- Willing to undertake further training related to support role development
Desirable
- Public Health experience e.g. breast feeding (UNICEF)
- Knowledge of parenting support programmes e.g. Solihull Approach
- Awareness of Safeguarding Children Policy/Procedure
Physical skills
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NNEB or BTEC
- National Diploma in Childhood Studies or equivalent (CACHE Level 3
- Diploma in Child Care and Education / NVQ Level 3 in Childrens Care
Desirable
- Parenting programme e.g. Solihull Approach
- Evidence of ability to work with Parents and Carers
- Involvement in Innovative Practice
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
- Able to monitor and evaluate work and complete documentation
Desirable
- Working in a community environment
- Outreach Experience
- Working with Parents and Carers on a one to one basis
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues,
- both verbally and in writing
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Flexible, motivated and positive approach to career development.
- IT skills
- Willing to undertake further training related to support role development
Desirable
- Public Health experience e.g. breast feeding (UNICEF)
- Knowledge of parenting support programmes e.g. Solihull Approach
- Awareness of Safeguarding Children Policy/Procedure
Physical skills
Essential
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.
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