Named Nurse for Children in Care

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced, motivated and trauma-informed Registered Nurse to take on the pivotal role ofNamed Nurse for Children in Carewithin our BSW 019 Service.This is a senior leadership post, responsible for leading the Children in Care team and ensuring we meet our contractual and statutory responsibilities to Children in Care across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire.

Working closely with safeguarding colleagues and a range of partner agencies, you will champion best practice, drive high-quality service delivery, and ensure that Children in Care receive coordinated, compassionate and effective health support.

HCRG Care Group is committed to delivering outstanding services for children, young people and families.As our Named Nurse for Children in Care, you will play a crucial role in shaping provision, influencing practice, and ensuring that every child in care receives the high-quality support they deserve.

This is a part-time position working 30 hours per week.

Main duties of the job

• At all times and in relation to the roles and responsibilities listed, work as a member of the of Children in Care team, local Safeguarding teams, the wider HCRG Care Group safeguarding and Children in Care sub-committee and Strive for Better safeguarding and Children in Care operational group
• To develop programs / pathways that support the team to deliver their contractual obligations and to optimise the health outcomes for Children in Care, and to contribute to the development of wider organisational Children in Care policies, processes and procedures
• To be trauma aware and understanding of the principles of a trauma informed approach to care and the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences on children and adults
• Advise local police, childrens social care and other statutory and voluntary agencies on health matters regarding Children in Care
• Liaise closely with other specialist services such as CAMHS, sexual health, and services for disabled children
• Support and advise HCRG Care Group colleagues within services in their responsibility to Children in Care within service provision through HCRGs clinical governance processes
• Contribute to the planning and strategic organisation of provider services for Children in Care
• When required, undertake health assessments for Children in Care and provide written reports on the health of prospective carers as appropriate.

For a full list of role responsibilities please refer to the attached job description.

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Bath

Avon

BA2 5RP

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Bath

Avon

BA2 5RP

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

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