Job summary
Specialist Children Looked After Nurse - Band 7
£49,178 - £55,492 Inc HCAS Per annum pro rata
37.5 hours per week (Full time 37.5 hours per week)
Bromley Children Looked After (CLA) Nursing Team Needs You ! Come and join our friendly innovative, children and young person-centred team.
Bromley Healthcare (BHC) CLA Nurses advocate and promote listening to the voices of children and young people in care to understand what makes life better for them. We believe by placing the voices of our children and young people at the heart of decisions made during their care journey will support their health and wellbeing.
All of us who work for BHC sign up to our values which are: Belonging Health and Wellbeing
Continuous learning and innovation Compassion This means everyone at the BHC, whether a service user or member of staff, can expect to be treated with respect, whatever their role or background. This ensures kind, positive, professional teamwork, delivering great care to every service user, every day.
The successful applicant will support the team to carry out its statutory function which is promoting the health and wellbeing of children looked after.
Main duties of the job
To be professionally accountable for the delivery of standards of professional practice as set out by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
To undertake the role and responsibilities of Children Looked After for Bromley Healthcare as detailed in Looked After Children: roles and competencies of health care staff, Intercollegiate Document, 2020.
This includes health assessments that are out of the Borough.
To facilitate and support clinical practice relating to Children Looked After, which is consistent with current professional standards and promotes best practice.
To work in collaboration with service providers across the local health economy and with partner agencies within and outside of Bromley, to ensure that the health of children Looked After is a key priority for practice and service provision.
About us
Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.
Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.
We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.1 To act as a source of specialist advice, guidance and support on health matters as related to Children Looked After, for all health care staff and partner agencies.
1.2 To act as a reference point for children and their carers to address the health needs of Children Looked After. This will include advice on contraceptive and sexual health, drug and alcohol misuse and smoking cessation.
1.3 To maintain in-depth knowledge of legislation, national and local policies that affect Children Looked After.
1.4 To maintain in-depth knowledge on matters associated with the health, safety and welfare of children, in support of the Safeguarding Children agenda.
1.5 To assist and support health care practitioners on legal matters, as relating to children who are subject of court proceedings, working in collaboration with other key professionals (e.g. Named Doctor for Children Looked After, Named Professionals for Safeguarding and Designated Professionals for Children Looked After and Safeguarding).
1.6 To act as a source of reference and resource on Children Looked After health matters for out of borough agents/agencies, to ensure that continuity of care is maintained for individual children on their placement within and outside of Bromley.
1.7 To facilitate and maintain effective communication and liaison systems, within and across Organisations and with partner agencies, following local and out of Bromley arrangements.
1.8 To identify, develop and maintain professional networks and alliances to facilitate timely delivery of health services to Children Looked After according to need.
1.9 To undertake comprehensive Children Looked After health assessments in and out of Borough, in accordance with agreed policies and procedures and role requirements. This may need to be reviewed frequently to ensure processes are compliant with local and national drivers.
1.10 When required to oversee and co-ordinate health assessment activities as undertaken by other professionals within the organisation (health visitors and school nurses) for CLA.
1.11 To promote the equality of opportunity for children and young people regardless of race, gender, culture, sexuality, disability, or language.
1.16 Being driven to improve outcomes for Children Looked After as they are one of the most vulnerable children groups in society.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.1 To act as a source of specialist advice, guidance and support on health matters as related to Children Looked After, for all health care staff and partner agencies.
1.2 To act as a reference point for children and their carers to address the health needs of Children Looked After. This will include advice on contraceptive and sexual health, drug and alcohol misuse and smoking cessation.
1.3 To maintain in-depth knowledge of legislation, national and local policies that affect Children Looked After.
1.4 To maintain in-depth knowledge on matters associated with the health, safety and welfare of children, in support of the Safeguarding Children agenda.
1.5 To assist and support health care practitioners on legal matters, as relating to children who are subject of court proceedings, working in collaboration with other key professionals (e.g. Named Doctor for Children Looked After, Named Professionals for Safeguarding and Designated Professionals for Children Looked After and Safeguarding).
1.6 To act as a source of reference and resource on Children Looked After health matters for out of borough agents/agencies, to ensure that continuity of care is maintained for individual children on their placement within and outside of Bromley.
1.7 To facilitate and maintain effective communication and liaison systems, within and across Organisations and with partner agencies, following local and out of Bromley arrangements.
1.8 To identify, develop and maintain professional networks and alliances to facilitate timely delivery of health services to Children Looked After according to need.
1.9 To undertake comprehensive Children Looked After health assessments in and out of Borough, in accordance with agreed policies and procedures and role requirements. This may need to be reviewed frequently to ensure processes are compliant with local and national drivers.
1.10 When required to oversee and co-ordinate health assessment activities as undertaken by other professionals within the organisation (health visitors and school nurses) for CLA.
1.11 To promote the equality of opportunity for children and young people regardless of race, gender, culture, sexuality, disability, or language.
1.16 Being driven to improve outcomes for Children Looked After as they are one of the most vulnerable children groups in society.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or similar
- Completed specific professional training in the care of babies/children and young people. Knowledge of Children Looked After legislation, policy and practice. Minimum of three years' experience related to caring for babies/children and young people.
Desirable
- 1st Degree or equivalent
- ENB 998 or Teaching qualification
- Evidence of Personal Professional Development
- PGDIP / Masters' Degree in related subject desirable
- Recognised qualification in Contraceptive and sexual health
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Foundation Course (STIF) NSPCC Safeguarding supervision course
Specific Skills
Essential
- Completed specific professional training in the care of babies/children and young people.
- Knowledge of Children Looked After legislation, policy and practice.
- Experience related to caring for babies/children and young people.
- Car user/driver.
Desirable
- Experience of professional activities related to Contraceptive and Sexual Health services
- Advanced clinical practice skills or willingness to undertake Advanced Practice course
- Smoking cessation
- Understanding of drug use and its effects
- Skills in immunisation
- Knowledge of mental health conditions and treatments
- Experience of working in a Children Looked After Service
Professional Registration
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife and Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (health visitor or school nurse), preferably at degree level.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of making clinical assessment, decision making and problem solving.
- Knowledge of child health promotion and surveillance
- Experience of working within a multi professional team
- Highly advanced influencing skills, ability to inspire others
- Ability to understand related research and develop a research aware culture.
- Knowledge of current local and national policy regarding Children Looked After Service.
- Broad knowledge of the role of key stakeholders who work with Children Looked After agenda.
- Understanding of the CSE, PREVENT and FGM agenda
- Proven ability to communicate empathetically with children, families and or carers when discussing/explaining clinical conditions and potentially distressing and sensitive information.
Desirable
- Ability to identify practice/service development within working environment
- Knowledge of CQC requirements
- Experience delivering care to clients within mental health , CAHMS, smoking cessation, addictions or sexual health is desirable
Information Technology
Essential
- IT literate, able to use outlook, Microsoft office, excel and word, MS teams, PowerPoint.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or similar
- Completed specific professional training in the care of babies/children and young people. Knowledge of Children Looked After legislation, policy and practice. Minimum of three years' experience related to caring for babies/children and young people.
Desirable
- 1st Degree or equivalent
- ENB 998 or Teaching qualification
- Evidence of Personal Professional Development
- PGDIP / Masters' Degree in related subject desirable
- Recognised qualification in Contraceptive and sexual health
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Foundation Course (STIF) NSPCC Safeguarding supervision course
Specific Skills
Essential
- Completed specific professional training in the care of babies/children and young people.
- Knowledge of Children Looked After legislation, policy and practice.
- Experience related to caring for babies/children and young people.
- Car user/driver.
Desirable
- Experience of professional activities related to Contraceptive and Sexual Health services
- Advanced clinical practice skills or willingness to undertake Advanced Practice course
- Smoking cessation
- Understanding of drug use and its effects
- Skills in immunisation
- Knowledge of mental health conditions and treatments
- Experience of working in a Children Looked After Service
Professional Registration
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife and Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (health visitor or school nurse), preferably at degree level.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of making clinical assessment, decision making and problem solving.
- Knowledge of child health promotion and surveillance
- Experience of working within a multi professional team
- Highly advanced influencing skills, ability to inspire others
- Ability to understand related research and develop a research aware culture.
- Knowledge of current local and national policy regarding Children Looked After Service.
- Broad knowledge of the role of key stakeholders who work with Children Looked After agenda.
- Understanding of the CSE, PREVENT and FGM agenda
- Proven ability to communicate empathetically with children, families and or carers when discussing/explaining clinical conditions and potentially distressing and sensitive information.
Desirable
- Ability to identify practice/service development within working environment
- Knowledge of CQC requirements
- Experience delivering care to clients within mental health , CAHMS, smoking cessation, addictions or sexual health is desirable
Information Technology
Essential
- IT literate, able to use outlook, Microsoft office, excel and word, MS teams, PowerPoint.
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
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).
