Job summary
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and innovative Screening Practitioner to work within the Doncaster School NursingTeam, delivering the National Childhood Measurement Programme (NCMP) and screening the hearing and vision of school agedchildren across the borough of Doncaster. You will also be expected to support children and families by giving health adviceboth over the phone and face to face as well as arranging group work in schools and other community settings, to support theNCMP and screening processes.
This post is for 2 vacancies for 0.6 WTE each.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to work within the team, but also independently in schools to carry out this role, following specific policies, guidelines and protocols.
We are looking for someone who has experience working with children and families in either a school or community setting, and is able to evidence an understanding of Public Health initiatives and programmes.
1. Use effective communication skills across health, multi-disciplinary, multi-agency, and broader health team2. Practise time management and effective prioritising skills to agreed timescales and within current resources3. Practise effective skills to assist in the process of change4. Participate in the induction programmes for new staff.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
http://workwith.rdash.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education, literacy and numeracy skills.
- GCSE grade A-C Maths and English
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in a care - related subject or an area relevant to the post.
- Child protection.
- Basic IT training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with children and young people.
- Experience of working within a team.
- Experience of inputting data into computer systems.
Desirable
- Experience working in schools or community settings.
- Experience working with individual care plans and records.
- Experience of public health initiatives/programmes.
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of cultural awareness.
- Commitment to personal development through training.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of child development.
- Child protection.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education, literacy and numeracy skills.
- GCSE grade A-C Maths and English
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in a care - related subject or an area relevant to the post.
- Child protection.
- Basic IT training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with children and young people.
- Experience of working within a team.
- Experience of inputting data into computer systems.
Desirable
- Experience working in schools or community settings.
- Experience working with individual care plans and records.
- Experience of public health initiatives/programmes.
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of cultural awareness.
- Commitment to personal development through training.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of child development.
- Child protection.
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).
