Job summary
We're delighted to advertise this unique opportunity for a fixed
term post/secondment at Aycliffe Secure Unit, a council-run secure childrens
home in Newton Aycliffe, providing accommodation for up to 38 young people aged
10-18; of whom are sentenced or remanded by the Youth Custody Service, and 30
young people accommodated for their own or others safety under section 25 of
the Children Act.
Young people accommodated in Aycliffe come from all over the
UK, are all children looked after by the local authority, and are some of the
most vulnerable young people in our society. Many have experienced significant
trauma, including sexual and criminal exploitation, and as such, can present
with very complex health needs, including substance misuse, sexually
transmitted infections, poor mental health and self harm. Many have led chaotic
lives and have had poor experiences of caregiving, and therefore have not had
consistent access to universal services such as dental care and vaccinations,
or access to school and learning. All young people accommodated by Aycliffe are
at risk of abconsion which would place them or others in danger.
Main duties of the job
Within Aycliffe, there is a small and supportive physical
health team employed by CDDFT, consisting of 1 band 7 Lead nurse, 3 band 6
Sisters and a band 3 HCA. There are on site Mental Health and Drug &
Alcohol Teams who are closely integrated with the physical health team, as well
as sessional input from Occupational Therapy, Dentist, Speech & Language
Therapy and GPs. There is an on-site school that all young people attend.
Whilst young people are accommodated, there is a unique
opportunity for these teams to engage them in assessing and addressing unmet
needs, taking into account the young persons wishes. As a Sister in the
physical health team, you would be delivering sexual health screening and
immunisations, performing physical health assessments and contributing to care
plans, contributing to multiagency risk assessments, educating young people
around contraception and sexual health, smoking cessation, medicines management
and management of existing conditions, working alongside other teams and
agencies with a holistic approach to care.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have excellent communication
skills, a flexible and non-judgemental approach and understanding of how early
adversity impacts on a young person's presentation and needs. You will be named
nurse for a group of young people and will develop strong and trusting
relationships. This is a challenging role, but a hugely rewarding one.
The postholder will be required to work Monday to Friday.
This post is temporary until 31st March 2024.
The post is part time, up to 30 hours per week with options for annualised
hours and term time working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have excellent communication
skills, a flexible and non-judgemental approach and understanding of how early
adversity impacts on a young person's presentation and needs. You will be named
nurse for a group of young people and will develop strong and trusting
relationships. This is a challenging role, but a hugely rewarding one.
The postholder will be required to work Monday to Friday.
This post is temporary until 31st March 2024.
The post is part time, up to 30 hours per week with options for annualised
hours and term time working.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of Public Health and Government Policies relating to Children and Secure Settings
- Knowledge of safeguarding children legislation and policy (including children looked after) and able to apply this to decision making
- Good communication skills
- IT knowledge
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Ability to assess and manage risk
- Awareness of developmental trauma and how this impacts on young peoples functioning
Desirable
- Awareness of childhood immunisation programme
- Experience in sexual health
- Experience in leadership
Qualifications
Essential
- RN (Child) OR First Level Registration plus SCPHN (school nurse)
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Relevant teaching and mentorship qualification
- SCPHN
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience with children
- Demonstrate experience of team working
- Ability to facilitate both groups and one to one health promotion / health education sessions
- Experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation of programs of care
- Experience of multi- agency, multi- disciplinary working
Desirable
- Experience in sexual health
- Experience in leadership
- Experience of working in a secure setting
Special Requirements
Essential
- Enhanced DBS
- Ability to work hours flexibly when service needs require
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of Public Health and Government Policies relating to Children and Secure Settings
- Knowledge of safeguarding children legislation and policy (including children looked after) and able to apply this to decision making
- Good communication skills
- IT knowledge
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Ability to assess and manage risk
- Awareness of developmental trauma and how this impacts on young peoples functioning
Desirable
- Awareness of childhood immunisation programme
- Experience in sexual health
- Experience in leadership
Qualifications
Essential
- RN (Child) OR First Level Registration plus SCPHN (school nurse)
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Relevant teaching and mentorship qualification
- SCPHN
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience with children
- Demonstrate experience of team working
- Ability to facilitate both groups and one to one health promotion / health education sessions
- Experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation of programs of care
- Experience of multi- agency, multi- disciplinary working
Desirable
- Experience in sexual health
- Experience in leadership
- Experience of working in a secure setting
Special Requirements
Essential
- Enhanced DBS
- Ability to work hours flexibly when service needs require
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
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).
