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Meaningful Impact, As a Health Visitor, you'll play a crucial role in the development and wellbeing of children from antenatal to school entry age, making a positive impact on families and communities.
Full-Time Stability, The position offers a permanent, full-time role with a predictable schedule of Monday to Friday, enhancing work-life balance.
Professional Development, Working within a large healthcare system like NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde provides opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth within the health visiting field.
Collaborative Environment, You'll work in partnership with families and various agencies, fostering a collaborative approach to children's health and wellbeing.
Inclusive Workplace, NHS Scotland promotes a culture of inclusion, welcoming applicants from all community sections and highlighting its commitment to diversity within the workforce.
Reduced Working Hours, Starting from April 2024, there will be a reduction in the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours, allowing for better work-life balance without a change in pay.
Supportive Team, Joining a well-established health visiting team means you'll have access to ongoing support from colleagues and mentors, enhancing your job satisfaction and integration into the role.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a full-time Health Visitor for its Renfrewshire Health Visiting team, specifically in the Erskine/Bishopton area. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the health and wellbeing of children from antenatal stages to school entry age (excluding unborn children), which includes initiating child planning processes and monitoring individual cases. This role requires collaboration with families and various agencies to develop and implement child care plans while maintaining clinical and informational governance standards.
Applicants must possess a degree-level nursing or midwifery qualification, alongside a post-registration qualification in Health Visiting or Public Health Nursing, and be registered on Part 3 of the NMC register. The position offers a 37-hour work week with a Monday to Friday schedule and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Interested candidates are encouraged to participate in an information session scheduled for January 28.
Applicants must possess a degree-level nursing or midwifery qualification, alongside a post-registration qualification in Health Visiting or Public Health Nursing, and be registered on Part 3 of the NMC register. The position offers a 37-hour work week with a Monday to Friday schedule and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Interested candidates are encouraged to participate in an information session scheduled for January 28.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
This is a permanent, fulltime post of 37 hours per week, with a shift pattern of Monday to Friday (8.30am-16.30pm).
Please join us on our information session on Tuesday 28 of January at 14.30 on Microsoft Teams. Please contact to receive a Teams Link for this event.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health Visitor to join our Renfrewshire Health Visiting team based in Erskine/Bishopton.
The main role for the Health Visitor (HV) is to be the designated named HV for all Children within their caseload from antenatal to school entry age, excluding the unborn child. This requires the HV to commence the child’s planning process. To discharge these responsibilities the post holder will have a responsibility to monitor the child’s wellbeing and assess if a need is identified. They will work in partnership with the child’s family and all involved agencies to produce a child’s plan which will require to be monitored.
In discharging these responsibilities the post holder is responsible and accountable for maintaining clinical, staff and information governance.
You Must Be
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognisingmilitary skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
This is a permanent, fulltime post of 37 hours per week, with a shift pattern of Monday to Friday (8.30am-16.30pm).
Please join us on our information session on Tuesday 28 of January at 14.30 on Microsoft Teams. Please contact to receive a Teams Link for this event.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health Visitor to join our Renfrewshire Health Visiting team based in Erskine/Bishopton.
The main role for the Health Visitor (HV) is to be the designated named HV for all Children within their caseload from antenatal to school entry age, excluding the unborn child. This requires the HV to commence the child’s planning process. To discharge these responsibilities the post holder will have a responsibility to monitor the child’s wellbeing and assess if a need is identified. They will work in partnership with the child’s family and all involved agencies to produce a child’s plan which will require to be monitored.
In discharging these responsibilities the post holder is responsible and accountable for maintaining clinical, staff and information governance.
You Must Be
- Registered nurse or midwife at degree level or equivalent
- Post-registration qualification in Health Visiting/Public Health Nursing and be registered on Part 3 of the NMC register
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognisingmilitary skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
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To work as a Health Visitor in the UK, you'll need a combination of qualifications, skills, and personal attributes. Here are the essential requirements:
Qualifications:
1. Nursing or Midwifery Qualification: You must be a registered nurse or midwife, having completed a degree program.
2. Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) Qualification: Additionally, you need to complete a Health Visiting program, which leads to SCPHN certification.
Key Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and families, often in sensitive situations. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey health information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional and social challenges faced by families and providing support with sensitivity.
3. Assessment Skills: Proficiency in assessing the health needs of individuals and families, including physical, emotional, and social health.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and develop appropriate support strategies and interventions.
5. Organizational Skills: Effective time management to handle a caseload and keep records accurately.
6. Collaboration and Teamwork: Working alongside colleagues in health and social care, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach.
7. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and perspectives, adapting care to meet the needs of different communities.
8. Knowledge of Public Health Policy: Understanding health promotion strategies, childhood development, and current public health issues.
9. Teaching and Educating Skills: Ability to educate families about health, nutrition, parenting, and accessing services.
10. Resilience and Adaptability: Working in challenging environments and adapting to changing situations.
Personal Attributes:
1. Patience: Families may require ongoing support, and patience is essential.
2. Integrity and Professionalism: Maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating ethical behavior at all times.
3. Motivation: A commitment to improving community health and wellbeing.
Continuing Professional Development:
- Engage in lifelong learning and professional development to stay updated with best practices and new policies.
Experience:
- Previous experience in community nursing or working with families and children can be advantageous.
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