Job summary
We
have a variety of exciting opportunities across our localities for SCPHN qualified Health Visitors (Students currently studying on the SCPHN programme are welcome
to apply)
We have roles to fill in Bristol
North, Bristol East and Central,
Bristol South, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire
Are you a
compassionate, and dynamic Specialist Community Public Health
Nurse (SCPHN Health Visitor) who is looking for a new challenge?
We are looking
for new Health Visitors to join our teams and work in partnership with families
and professionals to promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people,
families, and communities. As a Health Visitor, in line with iThrive, you will
promote physical, mental and emotional health and wellbeing by empowering those
we care for with the resources they need to make the best choices for them,
throughout their life. You will also support the development of colleagues- sharing
your knowledge and expertise with the wider team, including trainee nurse
associates, undergraduate nurses and SCPHN students.
We are
committed to supporting personal development and encourage all members of the
workforce to embark on available learning opportunities within Sirona to
enhance your own knowledge and skills. Within Health Visiting, we also aim to
provide flexible working, along with initiatives to promote personal and team
wellbeing.
Main duties of the job
Your main duties will be;
To demonstrate passion and enthusiasm
for maintaining the health of children, families and communities within the
early years whilst adhering to the NMC code.
To maintain an up-to-date knowledge
base of key pieces of literature which impact upon the health of children,
families and communities within the Early Years and Health Visiting practice.
To facilitate the delivery of the
Healthy Child Programme within Health Visiting teams through assessment and
delivery of public health information and advice and key programmes such as
Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-visiting (MECSH).
To take a compassionate approach to the
development of colleagues and students within the team ensuring they embrace
the iTHRIVE principles alongside the service vision and Sirona Taking it
Personally values.
To develop and lead on early years and
community public health initiatives to promote health and accessibility of the
service.
To form effective, working
relationships with members of the multi-disciplinary team.
About us
We are Sirona care & health, a Community Interest Company committed to providing local communities with a range of high-quality specialist health care services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. For us, its about the personal approach; we take pride in what we do and deliver the high standard of care that we would expect for ourselves and our families.
At Sirona, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of colleagues, service users and communities. We therefore welcome applications from all those who feel they have the skills and attributes we are seeking.
Benefits:
We offer NHS Agenda for Change Salary, Terms and Conditions and an NHS pension scheme plus much more! Please see the benefits leaflet attached to this advert for more details.
Additional Information:
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the role please refer to the Job Description and
Person Specification attached to this advert. Please read in full before
applying for this role.
There are a number of full and part time available roles across Bristol, North Somerset & South Glos
This vacancy
qualifies for the SironaEmployeeReferralScheme Tier 1 - referrals must be made
prior to the closing date
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the role please refer to the Job Description and
Person Specification attached to this advert. Please read in full before
applying for this role.
There are a number of full and part time available roles across Bristol, North Somerset & South Glos
This vacancy
qualifies for the SironaEmployeeReferralScheme Tier 1 - referrals must be made
prior to the closing date
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a thorough general knowledge of the public health agenda, and an understanding of how this relates to children, young people families and communities.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and work as part of a skill mix team
- Evidence the ability to work well as part of a multi professional team
- Demonstrate linking theory to practice.
- Relevant experience of working with children and families.
- Experience and understanding of Safeguarding Children and Adults which may also include Child Protection
- Demonstrate Leadership skills in promoting the Health Visiting service/Public Health role with other professionals and agencies
- Confident in the use of technology to fulfil aspects of role such as Electronic Patient Records (EMIS), MS teams, Microsoft packages- word/excel/outlook
Desirable
- Familiar with group facilitation either with parents, students, or colleagues
- Familiar with MECSH (Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-visiting)
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse; mental health nurse, learning disability nurse, adult nurse, childrens nurse or midwife.
- Specialist Community Public Health Degree or PGDip and registration (or working towards).
- Current NMC registration.
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes
Desirable
- Evidence of successful study at post graduate level
- Recognised teaching, assessing or supervising of students qualification/study
- Leadership and Management courses/experience
Sponsorship/Visa
Essential
- Sirona care & health currently recruit overseas nursing and therapy staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore, unable to accept any direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in the UK. If you currently reside in the UK, and are on a visa, please confirm what type of visa you hold, or confirm if you require sponsorship.
Location Preference
Essential
- Please advise your location preference from the below;
- Bristol North
- Bristol South
- Bristol Central & East
- South Glos
- North Somerset
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a thorough general knowledge of the public health agenda, and an understanding of how this relates to children, young people families and communities.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and work as part of a skill mix team
- Evidence the ability to work well as part of a multi professional team
- Demonstrate linking theory to practice.
- Relevant experience of working with children and families.
- Experience and understanding of Safeguarding Children and Adults which may also include Child Protection
- Demonstrate Leadership skills in promoting the Health Visiting service/Public Health role with other professionals and agencies
- Confident in the use of technology to fulfil aspects of role such as Electronic Patient Records (EMIS), MS teams, Microsoft packages- word/excel/outlook
Desirable
- Familiar with group facilitation either with parents, students, or colleagues
- Familiar with MECSH (Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-visiting)
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse; mental health nurse, learning disability nurse, adult nurse, childrens nurse or midwife.
- Specialist Community Public Health Degree or PGDip and registration (or working towards).
- Current NMC registration.
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes
Desirable
- Evidence of successful study at post graduate level
- Recognised teaching, assessing or supervising of students qualification/study
- Leadership and Management courses/experience
Sponsorship/Visa
Essential
- Sirona care & health currently recruit overseas nursing and therapy staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore, unable to accept any direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in the UK. If you currently reside in the UK, and are on a visa, please confirm what type of visa you hold, or confirm if you require sponsorship.
Location Preference
Essential
- Please advise your location preference from the below;
- Bristol North
- Bristol South
- Bristol Central & East
- South Glos
- North Somerset
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
