Job summary
SCPHN Student Health Visitors and School Nurses
1 year Fixed term contract
AFC up to mid-point Band 5
Barking & Dagenham, Havering & Redbridge
What's different about NELFT?
Join Our Health Visiting and School Nursing Teams in NELFT and find out all about the possibilities that can be opened for you...
Sponsorship (for external applicants) and secondments (for internal applicants) are available within North East London Foundation Trust for:
Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Course (Health Visiting and School Nursing) with Community Placements within London Boroughs of Barking & Dagenham, Havering & Redbridge.NELFT- September 2023 cohort studying at London South Bank University.
It's an exciting time to be part of an organisation that is shaping the future of 0-19 services in North East London.
Our vision for Health Visiting and School Nursing is one which is truly centred on what our children and families need. We are like many other NHS organisations in that we are committed to reducing health inequalities, but we have a unique approach to making real life improvements for the families under our care.
Here at NELFT Health Visitors and School Nurses are leading the way in transforming services for children and families. We currently have teams of dedicated and talented Specialist Community Public Health Practitioners who are out in communities pioneering a new, holistic and inclusive approach to 0-19 Children's Universal and Early Intervention services.
Main duties of the job
- To fulfil the requirements of the Specialist Community Practitioner programme by attending university course dates and practice placement days in accordance with University regulations
- With the support of the Specialist Community Practice Teacher to link the theoretical knowledge gained through the university programme to the practice situation
- To demonstrate an understanding of current and emerging National, Regional and local healthcare legislation, policies and guidelines as they pertain to chosen pathway
- To develop/build on skills of caseload and team leadership and management
- To work within University Regulations pertaining to academic work and student conduct, and in line with NELFT Policies and Procedures.
- To work within employing organisation policies as they pertain to the relevant clinical setting
- To work within employing organisation policies relating to employee responsibilities
About us
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focussing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
COVID-19 Vaccination
We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Super Training Hub, we strive for excellence in learning and innovation in practice and delivery of safe, quality and compassionate care. We have strong partnerships with London Education Institutes which enables us to celebrate Health Visiting practice.
To ensure all our student SCPHN practitioners receive the best possible learning environment NELFT have a robust model of learning practice with dedicated Practice assessors and practice supervisors.
We offer a very enabling preceptorship programme, taking on board the Institute of Health Visiting and School Nursing principles, which supports clinical governance through the process of developing a culture of lifelong learning and good employment practices, as well as varying forms of supervision inclusive of Clinical, Safeguarding and Restorative Supervision.
We offer a robust continuous professional development plan equipping practitioners for their role, paving the way for a tailored career progression training programme.
Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Course Applications:
NELFT is delighted to invite applicants who are suitably qualified nurses to undertake the above course. Candidates must hold:
- Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwifery
- Evidence of applying for NMC registration and confirmed NMC registration within 2 months of the start date.
- Dip HE (or above) qualification equivalent to 120 credits at level 5 (of the Higher Education Credit Framework for England) or evidence of previous education and learning to this level.
- Students will have the course paid for will receive a salary up to mid-point Band 5 (dependant on NHS experience) Internal candidates to contact Lynn.barton@nelft.nhs.uk for further information.
For an informal discussion or further information, please telephone any of the contacts below:
- Lynn Barton email: Lynn.barton@nelft.nhs.uk Tel: 07740 422938
The closing date for September 2023 intake of student HV/SN for London South Bank University will be 11th September 2023
Candidates invited to interview are asked to provide:
Academic evidence of attainment of 120 credits of study at Level 5 or above for review by HEI representatives.
Evidence of recent study.
ID
Interview panels will consist of HEI, Trust representation, and service users (if available)
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON 15TH,17TH and 19TH May 2023
All Places will be offered dependant on funding.
The fundamental responsibilities of the post holder are to attain the academic credentials and the clinical skills required to practice as a NMC registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse on a defined pathway
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details on the vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Super Training Hub, we strive for excellence in learning and innovation in practice and delivery of safe, quality and compassionate care. We have strong partnerships with London Education Institutes which enables us to celebrate Health Visiting practice.
To ensure all our student SCPHN practitioners receive the best possible learning environment NELFT have a robust model of learning practice with dedicated Practice assessors and practice supervisors.
We offer a very enabling preceptorship programme, taking on board the Institute of Health Visiting and School Nursing principles, which supports clinical governance through the process of developing a culture of lifelong learning and good employment practices, as well as varying forms of supervision inclusive of Clinical, Safeguarding and Restorative Supervision.
We offer a robust continuous professional development plan equipping practitioners for their role, paving the way for a tailored career progression training programme.
Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Course Applications:
NELFT is delighted to invite applicants who are suitably qualified nurses to undertake the above course. Candidates must hold:
- Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwifery
- Evidence of applying for NMC registration and confirmed NMC registration within 2 months of the start date.
- Dip HE (or above) qualification equivalent to 120 credits at level 5 (of the Higher Education Credit Framework for England) or evidence of previous education and learning to this level.
- Students will have the course paid for will receive a salary up to mid-point Band 5 (dependant on NHS experience) Internal candidates to contact Lynn.barton@nelft.nhs.uk for further information.
For an informal discussion or further information, please telephone any of the contacts below:
- Lynn Barton email: Lynn.barton@nelft.nhs.uk Tel: 07740 422938
The closing date for September 2023 intake of student HV/SN for London South Bank University will be 11th September 2023
Candidates invited to interview are asked to provide:
Academic evidence of attainment of 120 credits of study at Level 5 or above for review by HEI representatives.
Evidence of recent study.
ID
Interview panels will consist of HEI, Trust representation, and service users (if available)
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON 15TH,17TH and 19TH May 2023
All Places will be offered dependant on funding.
The fundamental responsibilities of the post holder are to attain the academic credentials and the clinical skills required to practice as a NMC registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse on a defined pathway
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details on the vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- evidence at least 120 Credits at Level 5 (applicants who have completed nursing and midwifery in the UK from 2000 onwards would meet this criteria). If in doubt contact the university for advice
- Applicant must have entered NMC PIN number
- NELFT numeracy and literacy needs to be successfully passed. If not this will be offered after the interview but the position can not go ahead if this is failed
Skills
Essential
- The application form needs to have been completed with due care and attention - accurate education and employment chronologies.
- Good written communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Applicant must have identified they are interested in health visiting or school nursing in the personal statement as requested on the application
- Depending upon year of first registration there needs to be some evidence of CPD
Knowledge
Essential
- Supporting statement must demonstrate some knowledge and understanding of the Health visitor/School nursing role - depending upon their level of first registration experience how they articulate this may vary but we are looking to see that they have engaged with some research of the role over and above having a 'passion for working with children'. Some of understanding the broader context of public health and transferrable skills should be evident
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- evidence at least 120 Credits at Level 5 (applicants who have completed nursing and midwifery in the UK from 2000 onwards would meet this criteria). If in doubt contact the university for advice
- Applicant must have entered NMC PIN number
- NELFT numeracy and literacy needs to be successfully passed. If not this will be offered after the interview but the position can not go ahead if this is failed
Skills
Essential
- The application form needs to have been completed with due care and attention - accurate education and employment chronologies.
- Good written communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Applicant must have identified they are interested in health visiting or school nursing in the personal statement as requested on the application
- Depending upon year of first registration there needs to be some evidence of CPD
Knowledge
Essential
- Supporting statement must demonstrate some knowledge and understanding of the Health visitor/School nursing role - depending upon their level of first registration experience how they articulate this may vary but we are looking to see that they have engaged with some research of the role over and above having a 'passion for working with children'. Some of understanding the broader context of public health and transferrable skills should be evident
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
