Health Visitor - Northumberland inAshington inAshington PUBLISHED 28 MAY 2024
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Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust provides children's services in North Yorkshire, County Durham, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Gateshead, Sunderland, Northumberland and Wakefield.
Job summaryWe welcome applications for a qualified SCPHN Health Visitor to join our 0-19 team in Northumberland. The post holder will be based in either Ashington Family Hub, within an established skill mixed team. The team comprises of Health Visitors, Public Health Staff Nurses and Family Health practitioner's to deliver the 0 to 5 component of the Healthy Child Programme.
Various hours are available.
Main duties of the job
The Health Visiting role is to deliver the Healthy Child Programme as part of a one team approach, planning, delivering and evaluating an efficient and cost effective service for an identified population, you will be delivering the National and Local Public Health agendas in response to identified health and social need working with partner agencies in a strategic, creative and holistic way to ensure best outcomes for children, young people and families.
The HV is responsible for leading and delivering the Healthy Child Programme against the 6 early years high impact areas, ensuring services are provided within the tiered model approach- building community capacity, universal, universal plus and universal partnership plus.
They will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to deliver under pressure and able to work in a rapidly changing environment.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is one of only two trusts in Yorkshire and Humber to be awarded HSJs Top 100 Best Places to Work. We believe that You Matter Most, and this is reflected in our values of Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. So if you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career within the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is the place for you.
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust provides children's services in North Yorkshire, County Durham, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Gateshead, Sunderland, Northumberland and Wakefield. We also provide care for the population in Harrogate and the local area as well as across North Yorkshire and Leeds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties is available in the job description attached.
For more information please contact Sam Anderson (Service Manager) - or Ally McCudden (Locality manager) -
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties is available in the job description attached.
For more information please contact Sam Anderson (Service Manager) - or Ally McCudden (Locality manager) -
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse Qualification (HV)/ or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge relevant to working with children and families underpinned by theory.
- children's Nurse
Essential
- Experience of partnership working.
- Experience in leading teams in the provision of health services to children, young people and families.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse Qualification (HV)/ or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge relevant to working with children and families underpinned by theory.
- children's Nurse
Essential
- Experience of partnership working.
- Experience in leading teams in the provision of health services to children, young people and families.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ashington Family Hub
Alexandra Road
Ashington
NE63 9EF
Employer's website
Job summary
We welcome applications for a qualified SCPHN Health Visitor to join our 0-19 team in Northumberland. The post holder will be based in either Ashington Family Hub, within an established skill mixed team. The team comprises of Health Visitors, Public Health Staff Nurses and Family Health practitioner's to deliver the 0 to 5 component of the Healthy Child Programme.
Various hours are available.
Main duties of the job
The Health Visiting role is to deliver the Healthy Child Programme as part of a one team approach, planning, delivering and evaluating an efficient and cost effective service for an identified population, you will be delivering the National and Local Public Health agendas in response to identified health and social need working with partner agencies in a strategic, creative and holistic way to ensure best outcomes for children, young people and families.
The HV is responsible for leading and delivering the Healthy Child Programme against the 6 early years high impact areas, ensuring services are provided within the tiered model approach- building community capacity, universal, universal plus and universal partnership plus.
They will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to deliver under pressure and able to work in a rapidly changing environment.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is one of only two trusts in Yorkshire and Humber to be awarded HSJs Top 100 Best Places to Work. We believe that You Matter Most, and this is reflected in our values of Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. So if you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career within the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is the place for you.
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust provides children's services in North Yorkshire, County Durham, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Gateshead, Sunderland, Northumberland and Wakefield. We also provide care for the population in Harrogate and the local area as well as across North Yorkshire and Leeds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties is available in the job description attached.
For more information please contact Sam Anderson (Service Manager) - or Ally McCudden (Locality manager) -
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties is available in the job description attached.
For more information please contact Sam Anderson (Service Manager) - or Ally McCudden (Locality manager) -
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ashington Family Hub
Alexandra Road
Ashington
NE63 9EF
Employer's website
We welcome applications for a qualified SCPHN Health Visitor to join our 0-19 team in Northumberland. The post holder will be based in either Ashington Family Hub, within an established skill mixed team. The team comprises of Health Visitors, Public Health Staff Nurses and Family Health practitioner's to deliver the 0 to 5 component of the Healthy Child Programme.
Various hours are available.
Main duties of the job
The Health Visiting role is to deliver the Healthy Child Programme as part of a one team approach, planning, delivering and evaluating an efficient and cost effective service for an identified population, you will be delivering the National and Local Public Health agendas in response to identified health and social need working with partner agencies in a strategic, creative and holistic way to ensure best outcomes for children, young people and families.
The HV is responsible for leading and delivering the Healthy Child Programme against the 6 early years high impact areas, ensuring services are provided within the tiered model approach- building community capacity, universal, universal plus and universal partnership plus.
They will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to deliver under pressure and able to work in a rapidly changing environment.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is one of only two trusts in Yorkshire and Humber to be awarded HSJs Top 100 Best Places to Work. We believe that You Matter Most, and this is reflected in our values of Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. So if you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career within the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is the place for you.
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust provides children's services in North Yorkshire, County Durham, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Gateshead, Sunderland, Northumberland and Wakefield. We also provide care for the population in Harrogate and the local area as well as across North Yorkshire and Leeds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties is available in the job description attached.
For more information please contact Sam Anderson (Service Manager) - or Ally McCudden (Locality manager) -
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties is available in the job description attached.
For more information please contact Sam Anderson (Service Manager) - or Ally McCudden (Locality manager) -
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse Qualification (HV)/ or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge relevant to working with children and families underpinned by theory.
- children's Nurse
Essential
- Experience of partnership working.
- Experience in leading teams in the provision of health services to children, young people and families.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse Qualification (HV)/ or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge relevant to working with children and families underpinned by theory.
- children's Nurse
Essential
- Experience of partnership working.
- Experience in leading teams in the provision of health services to children, young people and families.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ashington Family Hub
Alexandra Road
Ashington
NE63 9EF
Employer's website
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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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