Job summary
We are currently seeking experienced Nursery Nurses with good clinical and communication skills to join the 0-19 Health Visiting service in Newcastle upon Tyne.
The post holder will join our forward thinking, integrated workforce supporting the delivery of the Healthy child Programme to improve outcomes for children and families living in Newcastle upon Tyne.
We are looking for motivated professionals who have the ability to work independently and as part of a skill mixed team. You should have excellent knowledge of child development and experience of working with children in a variety of settings. This role will involve making a valuable contribution to the assessment and monitoring of child development, offering family support, advice on parenting and facilitate health promotion sessions.
You will have good communication skills, be a team player and be organised to work effectively with health colleagues and our partner agencies.
You will be supported through a 6 month training package; to assist you in developing your knowledge, and to facilitate your personal and professional development in public health and the healthy child programme.
Access to a vehicle and possession of a full driving licence is essential.
- Interview date:1 July 202
- Full and part time hours available
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.
Main duties of the job
You will be working within the 0-19 Children's Service, assisting in the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme to a defined population, working within a skill mix team under the supervision of Health Visitors.You will be expected to participate in the development of a range of health promotion initiatives which aim to improve the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of children and young people.To contribute to the assessment of need with children, young people, their families and communities.To participate in planning, implementing and evaluating interventions and support, contributing to health and wellbeing.You will be expected to work city wide and independently in a variety of locations including clinics and clients homes.
About us
Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest, largest and most successful teaching NHS foundation trusts in the country, with around 16,000 staff and an annual income of £1 billion.
We have a long history of providing high quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation in medical research regionally, nationally and internationally.
We're also proud to be the second largest provider of specialised services in the country. This means we support people with a range of rare and complex medical, surgical and neurological conditions, cancers and genetic orders.
Our staff oversee around 2 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and recognise the benefit in providing an inclusive environment. We value and respect the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects the communities we serve, and is equipped to deliver the best service to our patients. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Permanent & Fixed term for 9 months (may be extended)
- Required to work within a 0-19yrs Childrens Service, assisting in the delivery of a family centred Public Health Service to a defined population. Working with a multi-disciplinary agency approach.
- To participate in the development of a range of health promotion initiatives which aim to improve the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of children and young people.
- To work under the direction of Health Visitor/ Public Health School Nurse to contribute to the delivery of the service, deliver the Healthy Child Programme.
- To contribute to the assessment of need with children, young people, their families and communities.
- To participate in planning, implementing and evaluating interventions and support, contributing to health and wellbeing.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Permanent & Fixed term for 9 months (may be extended)
- Required to work within a 0-19yrs Childrens Service, assisting in the delivery of a family centred Public Health Service to a defined population. Working with a multi-disciplinary agency approach.
- To participate in the development of a range of health promotion initiatives which aim to improve the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of children and young people.
- To work under the direction of Health Visitor/ Public Health School Nurse to contribute to the delivery of the service, deliver the Healthy Child Programme.
- To contribute to the assessment of need with children, young people, their families and communities.
- To participate in planning, implementing and evaluating interventions and support, contributing to health and wellbeing.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent in Childcare (e.g. NNEB / BTEC National Diploma in Early years / Cache Diploma in Child Care Education or equivalent level of education in Child Development)
- Hold a valid driving license and able to travel effectively and independently to multiple locations around the city in one day whilst transporting equipment.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children/young people & families
- Knowledge of child development and early learning
- An understanding of children's safeguarding issues and legislation
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Relevant work experience in health or community setting
- Demonstrate an understanding of an individual's diverse needs and rights
- Demonstrate an awareness of issues surrounding confidentiality
Desirable
- Has an awareness of Public Health Issue for Children & Young People living in Newcastle
- Experience of working within Early Help Frameworks to support families.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Effective team working skills
- Able to work with direct and indirect supervision
- IT skills - Microsoft applications
- Ability to organise and prioritise work
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Teaching skills -able to run small groups i.e. weaning
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently or as part of the wider team
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent in Childcare (e.g. NNEB / BTEC National Diploma in Early years / Cache Diploma in Child Care Education or equivalent level of education in Child Development)
- Hold a valid driving license and able to travel effectively and independently to multiple locations around the city in one day whilst transporting equipment.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children/young people & families
- Knowledge of child development and early learning
- An understanding of children's safeguarding issues and legislation
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Relevant work experience in health or community setting
- Demonstrate an understanding of an individual's diverse needs and rights
- Demonstrate an awareness of issues surrounding confidentiality
Desirable
- Has an awareness of Public Health Issue for Children & Young People living in Newcastle
- Experience of working within Early Help Frameworks to support families.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Effective team working skills
- Able to work with direct and indirect supervision
- IT skills - Microsoft applications
- Ability to organise and prioritise work
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Teaching skills -able to run small groups i.e. weaning
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently or as part of the wider team
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
