Job summary
We are seeking a motivated, dynamic and enthusiastic Community Health Support worker to join the 0-19 SAIS Team ( Sheffield Adolescent Immunisation Team).
The 0-19 Service in Sheffield is committed to delivering high quality care to children 0-19yrs and their families. Our delivery model for Children and Young People's Service is based on Early Intervention, prevention and the promotion of Public Health.
This is an opportunity for individuals who are committed to partnership working and who are able to demonstrate a willingness to adapt to new ways of working to effectively deliver the Vaccination & Immunisation/Healthy Child Programme.
Applications are welcome from experienced and New Health Support workers with an NVQ in either relevant health or social care study at level 3 or evidence of an equivalent level of knowledge and skills and experience.
For further information and an informal discussion please contact Natalea Wiles 0-19 SAIS Team Leader - natalea.wiles@nhs.net 07766836666
Main duties of the job
To work with and under the direction of the Specialist community public health Nurses(s)and the Community Public Health Staff nurse(s), reporting effectively on all aspects ofcare relating to children, families and carers.
To assist the 0-19 service in the delivery of health promotion activities in accordance withthe healthy child programme and the adolescent immunisation programme.
Under the supervision of the Specialist community public health Nurses(s) and theCommunity Public Health Staff nurse(s), support the delivery of national and local publichealth campaigns, including: healthy weight and nutrition, Immunisation and vaccination,Sexual health, health lifestyle, maximising learning and achieving, and transition.
To support the 0-19 service and the adolescent immunisation programme in conjunctionwith the 0-19 Admin team and child health department in the processing of parentalconsents and contra indication of the Vaccination programme - including the Parentaldiscussion of vaccination and immunisation under the supervision of the Specialistcommunity public health Nurses(s) and the Community Public Health Staff nurse(s)Booking and arranging venues, and supporting the delivery of the sessions
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
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Outstanding Patient Care
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Brilliant Place to work
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Leaders in Children's Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026,we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and personal specification for fully details.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are currently reviewing our recruitment & selection process and are looking to make our job adverts more inclusive. This will support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. If you have any ideas in how we can make our recruitment & selection process more inclusive, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert atCatherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and personal specification for fully details.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are currently reviewing our recruitment & selection process and are looking to make our job adverts more inclusive. This will support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. If you have any ideas in how we can make our recruitment & selection process more inclusive, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert atCatherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An NVQ in either relevant health or social care study at level 3 or evidence of an equivalent level of knowledge and skills and experience
- Willingness to undertake further training
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team of professionals
- Experience of working with Families, children and young people.
- Experience of delivering health promotion, individually or group settings.
- Previous experience of working in a care setting
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- An awareness of the adolescent Immunisation programme
- An awareness of the healthy Child programme and public health delivery
- Competent in the use of information technology, with adequate keyboard skills
- Ability to manage time and workload
- Ability to organise, plan and prioritise a delegated workload
- Good communication and inter-personal skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An NVQ in either relevant health or social care study at level 3 or evidence of an equivalent level of knowledge and skills and experience
- Willingness to undertake further training
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team of professionals
- Experience of working with Families, children and young people.
- Experience of delivering health promotion, individually or group settings.
- Previous experience of working in a care setting
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- An awareness of the adolescent Immunisation programme
- An awareness of the healthy Child programme and public health delivery
- Competent in the use of information technology, with adequate keyboard skills
- Ability to manage time and workload
- Ability to organise, plan and prioritise a delegated workload
- Good communication and inter-personal skills
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).
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.
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).
