Job summary
Community Health Nurse - Band 5
Fixed term for a minimum of 12 months
FT and PT hrs available (min 22.5 hrs per week)
JOB SUMMARY
- We are seeking dedicated professionals to join our health visiting team, supporting children and families within a defined community. This role focuses on improving health and life outcomes by delivering care packages following assessment by a Health Visitor.
- As part of the team, you will support Health Visitors and Community Nursery Nurses in delivering theHealthy Child Programme (0-5 yrs)in the London Borough of Bromley, in line with the service's commissioned criteria.
- This is afixed-term position for a minimum of 12 mths, ideal for individuals with a strong interest in children's public health nursing who aspire to a career in Health Visiting
- During your time in this role, you will gainhigh-quality exposure and training, preparing you to apply for aSpecialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) programme in September 2026, either internally or externally through Bromley Healthcare
- If you choose to apply for the SCPHN programme, you must submit a formal application, as this role does not guarantee acceptance. The programme is taught atLevel 7 (Master's level), and applicants should be prepared for the academic rigor involved. The selection process is highly competitive, and candidates will need to attend an additional interview in 2026
Interviews expected to be held week commencing 12th May 2025
Main duties of the job
- As this is a fixed-term contract, if you decidenotto apply for the SCPHN programme, your contract with Bromley Healthcare will end inSeptember 2026
- Candidates should only apply if they have a keen interest in a career in Children's Public Health Nursing
- To Support the delivery of the Local Health Visiting offer, including the Healthy Child Programme.
o To work as an independent practitioner within a skill-mixed team. To support staff as needed/required. o To undertake delegated work in a timely manner. o To help identify children and/or families with additional needs, and refer to other agencies/teams for support and intervention as appropriate. o Provide health advice and signpost children and their families to alternative resources within the local community. o To undertake developmental assessments and 6-8 week reviews when trained and competent to do so. o To deliver health promotion activities and targeted interventions to children and their families. o To be aware of and act in accordance with Safeguarding protocols to ensure all children are free from risk of harm or neglect. o To carry out early intervention, safeguarding and multi-disciplinary health referrals when needed. o To carry out home visits to children and their families as part of the identified objectives for their health needs. o Liaise with the GP and other members of the Primary Care Team as appropriate.
About us
Internal applicants have the opportunity to apply for this role on a secondment basis
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
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES To Support the delivery of the Local Health Visiting offer, including the Healthy Child Programme. To work as an independent practitioner within a skill-mixed team. To support staff as needed/required. To undertake delegated work in a timely manner. To help identify children and/or families with additional needs, and refer to other agencies/teams for support and intervention as appropriate. Provide health advice and signpost children and their families to alternative resources within the local community. To undertake developmental assessments and 6-8 week reviews when trained and competent to do so. To deliver health promotion activities and targeted interventions to children and their families. To undertake assessments when new children/families move into the area and liaise with the Specialist Public Health Nurse as appropriate. Undertake pre-school contacts as directed by the Specialist Public Health Nurse and handover to the School Health Team where required. To be aware of and act in accordance with Safeguarding protocols to ensure all children are free from risk of harm or neglect. To carry out early intervention, safeguarding and multi-disciplinary health referrals when needed. To promote and be a champion in home safety for families, to assist with the reduction of accidents to children, respond to A&E notifications and follow-up as appropriate in partnership with Health Visitors. To carry out home visits to children and their families as part of the identified objectives for their health needs. Liaise with the GP and other members of the Primary Care Team as appropriate. To undertake routine new-born blood spot screening, when trained and competent to do so in line with service specification. To provide feedback to the Health Visitor regarding observations made and problems identified during contacts with families. To assist in the facilitation of Well-baby drop in sessions, and infant feeding drop-in sessions across the borough. To support with monitoring the growth of babies and children, advising parents on aspects of parenting within a sound knowledge base, and referring to the Health Visitor where there are concerns or more detailed advice is required. LEADERSHIP / MANAGEMENT SKILLS Attend team meetings, 1-1 management supervisions, whole service forums, and both clinical and safeguarding supervision. Work collaboratively with other multi-disciplinary services. To work in accordance with Bromley Healthcare (BHC) policies and guidelines for best practice. Ensure equipment is maintained to a safe level and be aware of BHCs health and safety policies. Manage own time effectively Attend relevant training, both core-to-role and continuous professional development sessions. To maintain complete and contemporaneous record keeping standards. To liaise with appropriate statutory and voluntary agencies in order to access the best possible service for clients. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES To be aware of and act in accordance with trust policies, procedures, national legislation and NMC standards. Maintain evidence for professional registration and revalidation. To promote an awareness of the importance of liaison with other health care and multi-agency workers in adopting a multi-disciplinary team approach to health care. To work flexibly across the Trust. To use evidence based practice to develop and maintain a high quality of care. To adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with the Scope of Professional Practice and other NMC advisory papers. To maintain clinical competence by exercising awareness of professional responsibilities, reading relevant literature and by taking opportunities for personal and professional development MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS ON ALL ROLES The post holder has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people and adults at risk and will be trained to the appropriate level as determined by the post. The post holder is expected to demonstrate the values of Bromley Healthcare, which are: Belonging, Health and Wellbeing, Continuous Learning and Innovation, and Compassion. The post holder is expected to work within the requirements of the 6 Cs Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment The post holder is expected to comply with all Bromley Healthcares relevant policies, procedures and guidelines; including the appropriate code(s) of conduct associated with this post The job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of the post. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the job, as directed by the line manager. This job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES To Support the delivery of the Local Health Visiting offer, including the Healthy Child Programme. To work as an independent practitioner within a skill-mixed team. To support staff as needed/required. To undertake delegated work in a timely manner. To help identify children and/or families with additional needs, and refer to other agencies/teams for support and intervention as appropriate. Provide health advice and signpost children and their families to alternative resources within the local community. To undertake developmental assessments and 6-8 week reviews when trained and competent to do so. To deliver health promotion activities and targeted interventions to children and their families. To undertake assessments when new children/families move into the area and liaise with the Specialist Public Health Nurse as appropriate. Undertake pre-school contacts as directed by the Specialist Public Health Nurse and handover to the School Health Team where required. To be aware of and act in accordance with Safeguarding protocols to ensure all children are free from risk of harm or neglect. To carry out early intervention, safeguarding and multi-disciplinary health referrals when needed. To promote and be a champion in home safety for families, to assist with the reduction of accidents to children, respond to A&E notifications and follow-up as appropriate in partnership with Health Visitors. To carry out home visits to children and their families as part of the identified objectives for their health needs. Liaise with the GP and other members of the Primary Care Team as appropriate. To undertake routine new-born blood spot screening, when trained and competent to do so in line with service specification. To provide feedback to the Health Visitor regarding observations made and problems identified during contacts with families. To assist in the facilitation of Well-baby drop in sessions, and infant feeding drop-in sessions across the borough. To support with monitoring the growth of babies and children, advising parents on aspects of parenting within a sound knowledge base, and referring to the Health Visitor where there are concerns or more detailed advice is required. LEADERSHIP / MANAGEMENT SKILLS Attend team meetings, 1-1 management supervisions, whole service forums, and both clinical and safeguarding supervision. Work collaboratively with other multi-disciplinary services. To work in accordance with Bromley Healthcare (BHC) policies and guidelines for best practice. Ensure equipment is maintained to a safe level and be aware of BHCs health and safety policies. Manage own time effectively Attend relevant training, both core-to-role and continuous professional development sessions. To maintain complete and contemporaneous record keeping standards. To liaise with appropriate statutory and voluntary agencies in order to access the best possible service for clients. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES To be aware of and act in accordance with trust policies, procedures, national legislation and NMC standards. Maintain evidence for professional registration and revalidation. To promote an awareness of the importance of liaison with other health care and multi-agency workers in adopting a multi-disciplinary team approach to health care. To work flexibly across the Trust. To use evidence based practice to develop and maintain a high quality of care. To adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with the Scope of Professional Practice and other NMC advisory papers. To maintain clinical competence by exercising awareness of professional responsibilities, reading relevant literature and by taking opportunities for personal and professional development MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS ON ALL ROLES The post holder has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people and adults at risk and will be trained to the appropriate level as determined by the post. The post holder is expected to demonstrate the values of Bromley Healthcare, which are: Belonging, Health and Wellbeing, Continuous Learning and Innovation, and Compassion. The post holder is expected to work within the requirements of the 6 Cs Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment The post holder is expected to comply with all Bromley Healthcares relevant policies, procedures and guidelines; including the appropriate code(s) of conduct associated with this post The job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of the post. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the job, as directed by the line manager. This job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Midwife
- Prepared to undertake further training, both core to role and as part of ongoing continuous professional development
Desirable
- Other relevant post registration education / training
Experience
Essential
- A keen interest in Public Health Nursing / Community work
- Post-graduate experience working in either Nursing or Midwifery
- Commitment to apply for and commence a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing programme 12 months after commencement of this post
- Ability to motivate and inspire staff and clients
Desirable
- Experience in Midwifery or Obstetrics
- Experience of working as part of a community based team
- Experience in delivering health promotion based activities and interventions
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A reflective and emotionally intelligent practitioner who makes good use of supervision and support
- Ability to address sensitive issues with families in a clear, supportive and non-judgemental manner
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative. Ability to prioritise workload.
- Evidence of being a team worker and able to work collaboratively
- Good IT skills - sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
Desirable
- Experience of using EMIS system
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound understanding of the principles of NMC Code of Conduct
- Awareness of current NHS pressures pertinent to Public Health
Desirable
- Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years
- Experience of working with expectant and new mothers
- Experience of supporting parents with infant feeding
Personal qualities
Essential
- Positive outlook / Enthusiastic personality
- Ability to work flexibly with regards to the needs of service delivery
- Interest in health promotion and reducing inequalities
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Midwife
- Prepared to undertake further training, both core to role and as part of ongoing continuous professional development
Desirable
- Other relevant post registration education / training
Experience
Essential
- A keen interest in Public Health Nursing / Community work
- Post-graduate experience working in either Nursing or Midwifery
- Commitment to apply for and commence a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing programme 12 months after commencement of this post
- Ability to motivate and inspire staff and clients
Desirable
- Experience in Midwifery or Obstetrics
- Experience of working as part of a community based team
- Experience in delivering health promotion based activities and interventions
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A reflective and emotionally intelligent practitioner who makes good use of supervision and support
- Ability to address sensitive issues with families in a clear, supportive and non-judgemental manner
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative. Ability to prioritise workload.
- Evidence of being a team worker and able to work collaboratively
- Good IT skills - sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
Desirable
- Experience of using EMIS system
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound understanding of the principles of NMC Code of Conduct
- Awareness of current NHS pressures pertinent to Public Health
Desirable
- Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years
- Experience of working with expectant and new mothers
- Experience of supporting parents with infant feeding
Personal qualities
Essential
- Positive outlook / Enthusiastic personality
- Ability to work flexibly with regards to the needs of service delivery
- Interest in health promotion and reducing inequalities
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes
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).
