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Health VisitorinMerthyr TydfilinMerthyr TydfilPUBLISHED WED 19 FEB 2025

Band 6: £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum, pro rata  FIXEDTERM  GOOD SALARY 

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Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health BoardFollow Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's health and wellbeing from antenatal to 5 years old.
Work autonomously in a role that offers professional responsibility and personal accountability.
Collaborate closely with families and multiple agencies to create tailored health plans for children.
Contribute to and influence community health initiatives and strategies through active participation in health forums and team meetings.
Engage in continuous professional development through involvement in quality assurance frameworks and service improvement projects.
Support and enhance the skills of colleagues in a team-oriented environment during fluctuations in workload.
Work within a bilingual environment where both Welsh and English speakers are encouraged, promoting cultural inclusivity.
Join our dedicated team at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - Health Visitor in beautiful Merthyr Tydfil. This fixed-term role is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of families with children aged 0-5 during an important period of their development. As their named Health Visitor, you'll offer vital support from the antenatal stage, ensuring every child and family in your care receives the best possible start in life.

You'll work independently to assess, monitor, and enhance the wellbeing of children, developing personalised plans and collaborating with families and local agencies. With a focus on providing accessible and inclusive Public Health initiatives, your expertise in motivational interviewing and community engagement will be key. If you're passionate about nurturing children's health and wellbeing, and can communicate in Welsh, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in shaping healthier futures for our communities.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's health and wellbeing from antenatal to 5 years old.
Work autonomously in a role that offers professional responsibility and personal accountability.
Collaborate closely with families and multiple agencies to create tailored health plans for children.
Contribute to and influence community health initiatives and strategies through active participation in health forums and team meetings.
Engage in continuous professional development through involvement in quality assurance frameworks and service improvement projects.
Support and enhance the skills of colleagues in a team-oriented environment during fluctuations in workload.
Work within a bilingual environment where both Welsh and English speakers are encouraged, promoting cultural inclusivity.

Useful skills for a Health Visitor:
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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