Job summary
As an effective member of the 0-19 team, with a focus on 0-5 years, the community nursery nurse will support with delivery of the healthy child programme to a defined population.
Using an evidenced based and needs led service, the post holder will offer packages of care in a variety of community settings, which include child health clinic, home visits, early years settings and children's centres/family hubs.
(Please note that should we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than advertised)
Main duties of the job
Assist in the delivery and planning of programmes/activities either with individual parents/carers or groups of parents/carers which aim to strengthen their attachment and knowledge to improve outcomes for children.
Assist in the planning and delivery of programmes and activities to meet the service specific targets identified, such as; breastfeeding promotion, smoking cessation, obesity/healthy eating, parenting programmes, speech and language, family health promotion activities, school readiness, and developmental assessments.
Work in partnership with parents/carers, families and multi-disciplinary colleagues to maximise service delivery and to maintain effective relationships and communication.
Support families in accessing advice and guidance regarding childcare and child-related information.
Support by information sharing as required for Child Protection case conferences and core group meetings adhering to the Local Safeguarding Children's Board Policies and Procedures.
Safely maintain confidential, professional records which are accurate, relevant, up to date and legible. E.g. Child Protection/Early Help Assessment.
Provide direct support and guidance to identified families in their homes or community locations and the promotion of their health and wellbeing.
Working in collaboration with the Health Visitor and partner agencies e.g. Flying Start Children's Centre to provide a safe and effective service to children and their families.
About us
Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.
There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff - who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.
If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communication
Create, maintain and enhance effective working relationships within the team, with other staff, and other agencies.
Promote multiagency working to provide best care for families and young people.
Keep accurate and contemporaneous records.
Deliver high quality, evidenced based information to families, individually and in group scenarios.
Communicate professionally, demonstrating active listening and the ability to ask sensitive and appropriate questions with excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Human Resources
Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process
Adhere to trust policies, guidelines and procedures.
Clinical and Practice Governance
Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
Any data that is taken/shared or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.
The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes.
The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures.
Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust.
The post holder must participate in clinical and other audits as required.
Provide patients and their families /carers with information on standards they should expect from the team.
Participate in safeguarding supervision as per supervision framework.
Support the team providing learning opportunities for students.
The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.
General
The post holder must at all times carry out his/her duties with regard to Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust Equal Opportunities Policy.
To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.
All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communication
Create, maintain and enhance effective working relationships within the team, with other staff, and other agencies.
Promote multiagency working to provide best care for families and young people.
Keep accurate and contemporaneous records.
Deliver high quality, evidenced based information to families, individually and in group scenarios.
Communicate professionally, demonstrating active listening and the ability to ask sensitive and appropriate questions with excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Human Resources
Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process
Adhere to trust policies, guidelines and procedures.
Clinical and Practice Governance
Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
Any data that is taken/shared or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.
The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes.
The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures.
Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust.
The post holder must participate in clinical and other audits as required.
Provide patients and their families /carers with information on standards they should expect from the team.
Participate in safeguarding supervision as per supervision framework.
Support the team providing learning opportunities for students.
The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.
General
The post holder must at all times carry out his/her duties with regard to Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust Equal Opportunities Policy.
To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.
All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NNEB Diploma in childcare & education (CACHE), NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Desirable
- Child protection Training. Additional training in child development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supporting children and their families
- Community experience
- Evidence of ongoing training and personal development
- Able to undertake autonomous and independent working
- A sound knowledge of issues around confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience of working as part of a 0-19 team. Community experience.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Report writing skills.
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
- Time Management and prioritisation skills.
- Awareness of the role of the health visitor and school nurse.
- Knowledge of IT packages such as Word, Outlook or SystmOne
- Ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
Desirable
- Knowledge of social exclusion and multi-cultural issues
- Knowledge of equality and diversity issues
- record keeping system.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NNEB Diploma in childcare & education (CACHE), NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Desirable
- Child protection Training. Additional training in child development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supporting children and their families
- Community experience
- Evidence of ongoing training and personal development
- Able to undertake autonomous and independent working
- A sound knowledge of issues around confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience of working as part of a 0-19 team. Community experience.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Report writing skills.
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
- Time Management and prioritisation skills.
- Awareness of the role of the health visitor and school nurse.
- Knowledge of IT packages such as Word, Outlook or SystmOne
- Ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
Desirable
- Knowledge of social exclusion and multi-cultural issues
- Knowledge of equality and diversity issues
- record keeping system.
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).
