Health VisitorinAberdeenshire inAberdeenshirePUBLISHED SUN 23 MAR 2025

Band 7
MULTI-DISCIPLINARYNHS

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Opportunity to work in a supportive and caring team of Health Visitors and School Nurses.

Flexible working hours with part-time commitment of 18.5 hours per week.

Diverse work environment covering rural areas and small villages, providing a unique community experience.

Involvement in a service redesign that presents opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Engagement with vulnerable families, allowing for impactful work in child protection and support.

Commitment to equality and diversity within the workforce, fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Chance to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team, enhancing professional networking and skill development.

Join the Formartine Health Visiting Team as a Health Visitor and make a real difference in the lives of families across our beautiful rural area of Aberdeenshire. This exciting part-time opportunity (18.5 hours per week, Band 7) offers you the chance to work from both Haddo and Ellon Medical Practices. If you have a passion for supporting vulnerable families, exceptional communication skills, and a strong knowledge of child protection policy, you could be the perfect fit for our friendly and empowered team.

In this role, you’ll take the lead in Child’s Planning Meetings and engage in multi-disciplinary working, all while putting families at the heart of what you do. If you thrive in collaborative environments and are ready to embrace the challenges that come with health visiting, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on the community. Don’t miss out – interviews are set for Friday, 18th April 2025. For any questions, reach out to Julie Main at 01651 843934 or 07557203595. Embrace this opportunity to be part of something meaningful!

Opportunity to work in a supportive and caring team of Health Visitors and School Nurses.

Flexible working hours with part-time commitment of 18.5 hours per week.

Diverse work environment covering rural areas and small villages, providing a unique community experience.

Involvement in a service redesign that presents opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Engagement with vulnerable families, allowing for impactful work in child protection and support.

Commitment to equality and diversity within the workforce, fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Chance to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team, enhancing professional networking and skill development.

A new opportunity has arisen in the Formartine Health Visiting Team. We have an 18.5 hour per week, Band 7, pro rata, Health Visiting post which will be based between Haddo Medical Practice, Pitmedden and Ellon Medical Practice. As there is a service redesign in progress within Formartine, there is an expectation that the post holder may work within both bases. This post covers a rural area and several small villages and the main town of Ellon.

Are you experienced and able to work alone and as part of a wider team? Do you have exceptional communication skills and experience of working with vulnerable families, organising Child’s Planning Meetings and taking a Lead Professional role? Do you have current knowledge and experience of child protection policy and GIRFEC? Do you enjoy the challenge of multi-disciplinary working? Are you always person-centred?

If you answer ‘Yes’, then this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for to be part of an exciting, caring and empowered team of Health Visitors and School Nurses.

Interviews will be held on Friday 18th April, 2025.

For informal enquiries please contact Julie Main on or Mobile – .

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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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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