Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Child Development Practitioner
For more information please see the job description and person specification attached.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of the children's community health commissioned service under the direction and supervision of a Band 6 Caseload Holder contributing to the provision of high quality services for children young people, parents, carers and families working within the framework of the Healthy Child Programme and Best Start In Life priorities. Being pro-active in delivering the national and Public Health agendas in response to identified health and social need, working in partnership with other agencies to meet agreed standards, objectives and statutory requirements.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
- Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
- Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
- Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Sara Gurney on sara.gurney1@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Sara Gurney on sara.gurney1@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 Qualification or equivalent relevant to the role.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with and supporting parents and families
- Ability to communicate with a variety of audiences both written and verbal
- Ability to relate to people of different backgrounds
- Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality
Desirable
- Working with a range of statutory and voluntary organisations.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child/adolescent development.
- Ability to demonstrate awareness of the importance of safeguarding children.
Desirable
- Family support in a community setting.
- Knowledge of the Solihull Approach model
- Knowledge of parenting programmes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 Qualification or equivalent relevant to the role.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with and supporting parents and families
- Ability to communicate with a variety of audiences both written and verbal
- Ability to relate to people of different backgrounds
- Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality
Desirable
- Working with a range of statutory and voluntary organisations.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child/adolescent development.
- Ability to demonstrate awareness of the importance of safeguarding children.
Desirable
- Family support in a community setting.
- Knowledge of the Solihull Approach model
- Knowledge of parenting programmes
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
0-19 Westmorland & Furness, Penrith Health Centre
Bridge Lane
Penrith
CA11 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
