Job summary
Job Purpose
To work as a member of the school health team providing health care to children with complex health needs in one of the Special Schools in CLCH.
To undertake training required, becoming clinically competent in providing holistic care for an individual child in a special school setting.
Main duties of the job
To work in conjunction with the Specialist School Nurse, family, teachers, other care workers and health care professionals to ensure a holistic approach to the child's care.
Work effectively and flexibly under direct or indirect supervision to meet the child's individual needs during the school day.
Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care under the direct/indirect supervision of the Specialist School Nurse
Ensure the safety of the child by monitoring and reporting all concerns and changes in their condition to the Specialist School Nurse
To administer medication to children in the school within competence and under the supervision of the Specialist School Nurse
Respond to child related emergency situations within the school setting within limitations of clinical competence.
About us
We providecommunity health services to more than two million people across eleven London boroughs and Hertfordshire.
Every day, our professionals provide high-quality healthcare in people's homes and local clinics, helping them to:
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stay well
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manage their own health with the right support
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avoid unnecessary trips to, or long stays in, hospital.
We support our patients at every stage of their lives, providing health visiting for new-born babies through to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation and palliative care for people towards the end of their lives.
Our vision:deliver great care closer to home.
Our mission: working together to give children a better start and adults greater independenc
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Be an effective communicator, using tact and empathy, to ensure that a high standard of care is given to the child and family.
- Manage stock levels of equipment within the school, liaising with correct channels for ordering disposable supplies in a timely manner, ensuring there is always sufficient stock on the health room Gain and apply knowledge in the communication and developmental needs of the child, including use of Makaton and visual communication aids
- Demonstrate the ability to overcome barriers to communication with the child and / or parents.
- Complete all mandatory training when required to do so and within required time frames
- Support Band 3 Support Workers and school staff in acquiring clinical skills and competence in the school environment
- Keep up-to-date with changing practices, make full use of relevant opportunities for training and self-development
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Be an effective communicator, using tact and empathy, to ensure that a high standard of care is given to the child and family.
- Manage stock levels of equipment within the school, liaising with correct channels for ordering disposable supplies in a timely manner, ensuring there is always sufficient stock on the health room Gain and apply knowledge in the communication and developmental needs of the child, including use of Makaton and visual communication aids
- Demonstrate the ability to overcome barriers to communication with the child and / or parents.
- Complete all mandatory training when required to do so and within required time frames
- Support Band 3 Support Workers and school staff in acquiring clinical skills and competence in the school environment
- Keep up-to-date with changing practices, make full use of relevant opportunities for training and self-development
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Diploma Level (or NVQ4 in Health & Social Care) or Equivalent Combination of NVQ3, courses and experience or NNEB equivalency
- Competencies in clinical care skills
- Knowledge of safeguarding children
Desirable
- Makaton/BSL course
- Level 3 Safeguarding course
- Medicines management course
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children with complex health needs or special needs
- Experience of working within a school or Special School
- Experience of documentation in a clinical setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in culturally diverse communities
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of working with children and parents
- Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding children
- Knowledge of importance of boundaries Expertise in working with children and families
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Diploma Level (or NVQ4 in Health & Social Care) or Equivalent Combination of NVQ3, courses and experience or NNEB equivalency
- Competencies in clinical care skills
- Knowledge of safeguarding children
Desirable
- Makaton/BSL course
- Level 3 Safeguarding course
- Medicines management course
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children with complex health needs or special needs
- Experience of working within a school or Special School
- Experience of documentation in a clinical setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in culturally diverse communities
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of working with children and parents
- Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding children
- Knowledge of importance of boundaries Expertise in working with children and families
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
Jack Tizard school
India Way, Hammersmith And Fulham W12 7PA
London
W12 7PA
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
