Opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of families within the community through the Healthy Child Wales Programme.
Access to a supportive and collaborative work environment as part of a dedicated team within one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK.
Professional development and learning opportunities in a dynamic health service that encourages innovation and improvement.
The chance to work in a diverse and vibrant city like Cardiff, which offers a rich cultural, sports, and arts scene.
Access to beautiful natural landscapes in the Vale of Glamorgan, allowing for a balanced lifestyle between city and rural living.
Commitment of the organization to equality in health, ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to lead a healthy life.
The Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking dedicated and innovative practitioners for the role of Health Visitor, responsible for delivering the Healthy Child Wales Programme and providing high-quality support to families in the community. Candidates should possess a First Level Registration along with a Degree/Diploma in Health Visiting, and demonstrate strong communication skills, teamwork, and a proactive attitude. The role involves managing an allocated caseload, collaborating with stakeholders, and understanding the local community needs.
As part of one of the UK's largest Integrated Health Boards, the successful candidate will contribute to the organisation's mission of "Caring for People, Keeping People Well" while embracing their commitment to professional development and improvement. The position is based in the vibrant city of Cardiff, known for its rich cultural offerings, alongside the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan, creating an appealing lifestyle for both urban and rural living. Proficiency in Welsh is an advantage, but English speakers are also encouraged to apply.
As part of one of the UK's largest Integrated Health Boards, the successful candidate will contribute to the organisation's mission of "Caring for People, Keeping People Well" while embracing their commitment to professional development and improvement. The position is based in the vibrant city of Cardiff, known for its rich cultural offerings, alongside the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan, creating an appealing lifestyle for both urban and rural living. Proficiency in Welsh is an advantage, but English speakers are also encouraged to apply.
An exciting opportunity exists for conscientious, motivated and innovative practitioners to work within the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Health Visiting service.
We require enthusiastic and positive practitioners who are pro-active and have a ‘can do approach’. You should work well as part of a team and take ownership and responsibility for providing a safe and excellent service to the families within your care.
We expect our staff to be professional and consistent role models who lead by example and are committed to learning and improving to develop themselves and others.
If you have a natural ability to put others at ease, are patient, calm and reassuring, have the ability to communicate honestly when under pressure and work well as part of a team we would like to receive your application.
First Level Registration together with Degree/Diploma in Health Visiting is essential.
This post will be within the Cardiff and Vale Health Visiting Service.
You will be expected to deliver the Healthy Child Wales Programme, and/or Flying Start additionality to an allocated caseload, and work as a part of a team, liaise with stakeholders and managers and become familiar with the community profile of the area you will cover.
The Health Visiting service ensures that families receive a high quality of care and support as part of the Healthy Child Wales Programme.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focused on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation, we are unashamedly ambitious for our population’s health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sophie Morgan Job title: Operational Health Visiting Manager Email address: Telephone number: 02921 836916
We require enthusiastic and positive practitioners who are pro-active and have a ‘can do approach’. You should work well as part of a team and take ownership and responsibility for providing a safe and excellent service to the families within your care.
We expect our staff to be professional and consistent role models who lead by example and are committed to learning and improving to develop themselves and others.
If you have a natural ability to put others at ease, are patient, calm and reassuring, have the ability to communicate honestly when under pressure and work well as part of a team we would like to receive your application.
First Level Registration together with Degree/Diploma in Health Visiting is essential.
This post will be within the Cardiff and Vale Health Visiting Service.
You will be expected to deliver the Healthy Child Wales Programme, and/or Flying Start additionality to an allocated caseload, and work as a part of a team, liaise with stakeholders and managers and become familiar with the community profile of the area you will cover.
The Health Visiting service ensures that families receive a high quality of care and support as part of the Healthy Child Wales Programme.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focused on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation, we are unashamedly ambitious for our population’s health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sophie Morgan Job title: Operational Health Visiting Manager Email address: Telephone number: 02921 836916
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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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