Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Screener

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Job summary

The post holder will work within the 0-19 Service to promote the health and wellbeing of school age children so they are able to reach their full potential and not be disadvantaged through ill health.

The Screener will have a key responsibility in undertaking the school health screening and surveillance programme. They will play an integral part in supporting the delivery of Key Improvement Priorities and supporting the wider team to deliver high quality services for families living in Gateshead

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver key areas of the service specification, National Child Measurement Programme and public health outcomes framework. They will refer to specialist service in accordance with clinical pathways and support children and families to seek support where required.

The post holder will enter data results onto the computer child health system.

The post holder will work alongside other professionals in the 5 -19 service delivering key health promotion messages to support the health and wellbeing of children ensuring every contact counts through the promotion of good health and the prevention of ill health in the community. They will assist in the development of Health Promotion Group programmes when required including supporting the 0-19 service in the delivery of key school transition sessions.

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

  • An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
  • Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
  • Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Details

Date posted

02 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

421-CCS-0916R

Job locations

Gateshead 0-19 Service

Gateshead Civic Centre

Gateshead

NE81HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification or please contact Kati Hamblin, Locality Manager.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification or please contact Kati Hamblin, Locality Manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with children in a community setting.
  • Experience of working without direct supervision
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience of promoting the safeguarding and wellbeing of children
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with children in a community setting.
  • Experience of working without direct supervision
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience of promoting the safeguarding and wellbeing of children

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gateshead 0-19 Service

Gateshead Civic Centre

Gateshead

NE81HH


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gateshead 0-19 Service

Gateshead Civic Centre

Gateshead

NE81HH


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Locality Manager

Kati Hamblin

Kati.hamblin@nhs.net

07741700454

Details

Date posted

02 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

421-CCS-0916R

Job locations

Gateshead 0-19 Service

Gateshead Civic Centre

Gateshead

NE81HH


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