Job summary
To work independently, cross-site, under supervision, as part of a multi-disciplinary team in supporting children with special needs to identify needs and services which will enable them to achieve their full potential.To undertake assessment using care planning and observations in clinics and other settings.To provide on going support and advice for children with special needs and their families.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity and time to join this expanding team in their newly refurbished base adjacent to the seafront and Egerton park whilst offering out patient clinics at Eastbourne District General and Conquest hospitals and some special schools across the County.
We are expanding our multidisciplinary working by developing the workforce with a desire to enable us to achieve a single neurodevelopmental pathway for children in East Sussex in collaboration with mental health, education and parent carers.
We are looking for staff with the skills an motivation to future proof the service and would love to hear from you. Please visit out pages on the Trust website, which whilst in development will give you a flavour of what we do.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education to GCSE or equivalent
- NVQ level 3 in Early Years, Education and Care or relevant level 3 NVQ or equivalent level 3 qualification
- Evidence of additional training and experience relevant to care of children with special needs
- Commitment to undertake additional training as required in post.
Desirable
- Relevant Apprenticeship
- NNEB or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Has worked with children in a healthcare setting
- Giving advice and support to parents within a setting or through group work
- Experience of working independently
Desirable
- Working with children with special needs in a range of settings
- Carrying out programmes under the advice of a range of therapy professionals
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education to GCSE or equivalent
- NVQ level 3 in Early Years, Education and Care or relevant level 3 NVQ or equivalent level 3 qualification
- Evidence of additional training and experience relevant to care of children with special needs
- Commitment to undertake additional training as required in post.
Desirable
- Relevant Apprenticeship
- NNEB or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Has worked with children in a healthcare setting
- Giving advice and support to parents within a setting or through group work
- Experience of working independently
Desirable
- Working with children with special needs in a range of settings
- Carrying out programmes under the advice of a range of therapy professionals
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).
