Health Visitor inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED 13 MAY 2024
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We are looking for experienced motivated Health Visitors to join our forward-thinking progressive team in Aberdeen City. Full time, part-time and fixed term contracts will be considered. We would also welcome applications from candidates expected to qualify as health visitors by the end of 2024.
Candidates Will Demonstrate
- excellent communication and organisational skills
- a commitment to providing a high standard of holistic care through integrated team working
- a thorough understanding of content and application of national and local policies and guidance to ensure support of children and families.
Practitioners receive regular child protection case supervision, clinical supervision runs for newly-qualified health visitors along with progressive, supported caseload management, and staff new to post will be offered a preceptorship programme.
Car owner/driver and current driving licence required for travel.
Informal Enquiries To
Sian Edwards, Health Visitor Team Leader. Tel;
Pamela Black; Health Visitor Team Leader. Tel:
Interviews 3rd, 4th and 5th July.
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
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.
We are looking for experienced motivated Health Visitors to join our forward-thinking progressive team in Aberdeen City. Full time, part-time and fixed term contracts will be considered. We would also welcome applications from candidates expected to qualify as health visitors by the end of 2024.
Candidates Will Demonstrate
Practitioners receive regular child protection case supervision, clinical supervision runs for newly-qualified health visitors along with progressive, supported caseload management, and staff new to post will be offered a preceptorship programme.
Car owner/driver and current driving licence required for travel.
Informal Enquiries To
Sian Edwards, Health Visitor Team Leader. Tel;
Pamela Black; Health Visitor Team Leader. Tel:
Interviews 3rd, 4th and 5th July.
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS for advice and support with any system issues.
We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
We are looking for experienced motivated Health Visitors to join our forward-thinking progressive team in Aberdeen City. Full time, part-time and fixed term contracts will be considered. We would also welcome applications from candidates expected to qualify as health visitors by the end of 2024.
Candidates Will Demonstrate
- excellent communication and organisational skills
- a commitment to providing a high standard of holistic care through integrated team working
- a thorough understanding of content and application of national and local policies and guidance to ensure support of children and families.
Practitioners receive regular child protection case supervision, clinical supervision runs for newly-qualified health visitors along with progressive, supported caseload management, and staff new to post will be offered a preceptorship programme.
Car owner/driver and current driving licence required for travel.
Informal Enquiries To
Sian Edwards, Health Visitor Team Leader. Tel;
Pamela Black; Health Visitor Team Leader. Tel:
Interviews 3rd, 4th and 5th July.
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - www.jobsincare.com/job/jxhYjYRuS for advice and support with any system issues.
We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
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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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