Job summary
We are recruiting for an experienced School Nurse to join our professional Team.
Working within the East Sussex School Health Service which supports children and young people from 5- 19 years , you will work as part of a team led by our Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (SCPHNs) to deliver a range of public health interventions to improve the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families of East Sussex.
Main duties of the job
Your daily activities will be varied to include:
Promoting public health initiatives. to support Healthy lifestyles for Children and Young people and their families.
Delivering packages of care e.g. healthy weight, toileting, behaviour/ parenting, emotional health and well-being.
Undertaking health needs assessment
Providing Support in the daily management of Young people's texting service
Managing a caseload of Children and Young People
Focusing on high impact areas set out in the healthy child programme
Safeguarding of children and families
Leading on QI projects
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB).
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB).
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Nursing).
- Registered Health Care Professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- Recent healthcare experience, gained through education, work experience, or previous employment.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- IT literacy - able to use systems and databases effectively.
- Understanding of clinical practice and evidence-based care.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
- Awareness of NHS developments and ability to signpost to services.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate, adaptable, and responsive to changing needs.
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and ability to escalate concerns appropriately.
- Tact & sensitivity in challenging situations.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting health equity.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Full, valid UK driving licence and ability to travel independently.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Familiarity with data protection, confidentiality, and governance standards.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Nursing).
- Registered Health Care Professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- Recent healthcare experience, gained through education, work experience, or previous employment.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- IT literacy - able to use systems and databases effectively.
- Understanding of clinical practice and evidence-based care.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
- Awareness of NHS developments and ability to signpost to services.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate, adaptable, and responsive to changing needs.
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and ability to escalate concerns appropriately.
- Tact & sensitivity in challenging situations.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting health equity.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Full, valid UK driving licence and ability to travel independently.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Familiarity with data protection, confidentiality, and governance standards.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
