Health Visitor
| Posting date: | 16 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,925 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2024 |
| Location: | Sudbury, CO10 2DZ |
| Company: | Suffolk County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 14600 |
Summary
- Suffolk County Council – Hadleigh IP7 6RJ and Sudbury CO10 2DZ (Community based)
- £38,925 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
- Post 1: 18.5 hours per week - Hadleigh
- Post 2: 33 hours per week - Sudbury
- Permanent
Make a meaningful difference by providing vital support to families in Suffolk. Join our fantastic 0-19 Healthy Child Service team as a Health Visitor.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Within Suffolk, our Health Visiting teams are integrated with our Children's Centres, providing services to help families stay safe, happy and healthy.
We also work alongside other agencies such as:
- GPs and midwives
- school nurses
- early years' settings
- voluntary and community groups
- Other children's services such as social care
For more information, visit our site Health Visiting and Children's Centre service - Suffolk County Council
Your role and responsibilities
You will:
- lead delivery of the Healthy Child Programme for ages 0-5
- conduct assessments and care planning
- evaluate outcomes and support service improvement
- champion health promotion and reduce inequalities
- provide universal health reviews and targeted support to families
- safeguard children through collaboration and assessments
- be the key contact and case holder for families
- maintain NMC registration and work to The Code.
You will need:
- Qualification as a Health Visitor or nearing completion
- NMC registration as a qualified nurse, midwife or allied health professional
- passion for supporting children, families and public health
- strong communication, interpersonal and listening abilities
- commitment to our WE ASPIRE values.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The Team
As a team, we:
- take an innovative multi-agency approach with Early Help, Social Care and Family Hubs
- have a profound impact on lifelong health through early intervention
- help families overcome challenges and thrive
- provide expert advice, assessments and support.
We will offer you:
- a bespoke induction programme and preceptorship
- a robust learning and development programme
- Solihull Approach Training to strengthen early intervention work with families
- peer supervision, management, and child protection supervision
- training to support parents from the antenatal period onwards.
Additional benefits:
- we offer LG (Local Government) or NHS Pension, subject to meeting the current requirements
- enhanced entitlement to annual leave, dependent on length of continuous service which recognises both NHS and SCC service
- access to a car leasing scheme
- free on-site car parking in all council buildings
- flexible working options and our commitment to support our staff’s health and wellbeing
- staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values, and beliefs.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially male applicants. These are currently underrepresented in this service.
For more information
Please contact Sarah Edwards she/her for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 07850 883224 or emailing sarah.edwards@suffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx)
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Do you have a current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) nurse registration? (Please provide your Pin number.)
2. Do you hold a full driving licence allowing you to travel to work in a variety of locations and client’s homes, including rural areas if required?
3. Tell us why you are interested in this role?
4. Are you committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and if so, how can you evidence this?
5. Tell us what professional development that you have completed in the last 3 years and whether you are you willing to undertake and attend further professional training and read literature required to update your knowledge and skills.
6. In your opinion, what is the best way to communicate effectively?
7. Are you committed to working as part of a team and if so, tell us how you can evidence this?
8. Please confirm which position you are applying for.
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30 pm, 12 May 2024
Interview date: 23 May 2024 at Sudbury Health Centre
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
#LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
plus more!
If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).
- £38,925 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
- Post 1: 18.5 hours per week - Hadleigh
- Post 2: 33 hours per week - Sudbury
- Permanent
Make a meaningful difference by providing vital support to families in Suffolk. Join our fantastic 0-19 Healthy Child Service team as a Health Visitor.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Within Suffolk, our Health Visiting teams are integrated with our Children's Centres, providing services to help families stay safe, happy and healthy.
We also work alongside other agencies such as:
- GPs and midwives
- school nurses
- early years' settings
- voluntary and community groups
- Other children's services such as social care
For more information, visit our site Health Visiting and Children's Centre service - Suffolk County Council
Your role and responsibilities
You will:
- lead delivery of the Healthy Child Programme for ages 0-5
- conduct assessments and care planning
- evaluate outcomes and support service improvement
- champion health promotion and reduce inequalities
- provide universal health reviews and targeted support to families
- safeguard children through collaboration and assessments
- be the key contact and case holder for families
- maintain NMC registration and work to The Code.
You will need:
- Qualification as a Health Visitor or nearing completion
- NMC registration as a qualified nurse, midwife or allied health professional
- passion for supporting children, families and public health
- strong communication, interpersonal and listening abilities
- commitment to our WE ASPIRE values.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The Team
As a team, we:
- take an innovative multi-agency approach with Early Help, Social Care and Family Hubs
- have a profound impact on lifelong health through early intervention
- help families overcome challenges and thrive
- provide expert advice, assessments and support.
We will offer you:
- a bespoke induction programme and preceptorship
- a robust learning and development programme
- Solihull Approach Training to strengthen early intervention work with families
- peer supervision, management, and child protection supervision
- training to support parents from the antenatal period onwards.
Additional benefits:
- we offer LG (Local Government) or NHS Pension, subject to meeting the current requirements
- enhanced entitlement to annual leave, dependent on length of continuous service which recognises both NHS and SCC service
- access to a car leasing scheme
- free on-site car parking in all council buildings
- flexible working options and our commitment to support our staff’s health and wellbeing
- staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values, and beliefs.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially male applicants. These are currently underrepresented in this service.
For more information
Please contact Sarah Edwards she/her for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 07850 883224 or emailing sarah.edwards@suffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx)
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Do you have a current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) nurse registration? (Please provide your Pin number.)
2. Do you hold a full driving licence allowing you to travel to work in a variety of locations and client’s homes, including rural areas if required?
3. Tell us why you are interested in this role?
4. Are you committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and if so, how can you evidence this?
5. Tell us what professional development that you have completed in the last 3 years and whether you are you willing to undertake and attend further professional training and read literature required to update your knowledge and skills.
6. In your opinion, what is the best way to communicate effectively?
7. Are you committed to working as part of a team and if so, tell us how you can evidence this?
8. Please confirm which position you are applying for.
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30 pm, 12 May 2024
Interview date: 23 May 2024 at Sudbury Health Centre
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
#LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
plus more!
If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).