Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor) to join our caring and progressive Health Visiting service, in an exciting new role as Team Manager leading the Central Access Team.
The Central Access Team (CAT) is part of the KCHFT Health Visiting 0-4 Service, which provides a central co-ordination point for all Health Visiting District Teams to support achievement of key performance indicators. The CAT is the central point of contact for families and partner agencies engaging with our service. The CAT provides delivery of the following services Let's Chat 0-5, Central Advice and Support Line and Central Safeguarding Hub.
As the CAT Team Manager, you will provide the leadership and management for the clinicians and administrative colleagues working within the CAT, ensuring they deliver a high-quality service as outlined in the CAT Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and in accordance with clinical governance framework.
Main duties of the job
As the CAT Team Manager you will provide in-depth analysis of data, collate monthly data reports to present at governance meetings, undertake specific audits and support the supervision of the Practitioners ensuring best practice is adhered to while supporting the ongoing development and transformation of the CAT. You will monitor clinical practice which requires you to have specialist, in-depth clinical and RiO knowledge. Additionally you will work clinically covering Let's Chat 0-5, Central Advice and Support Line or Central Safeguarding Hub.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse qualification - Health Visitor
Desirable
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in Health Visiting
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ TAPS/ RiO)
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads
Experience
Essential
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor ) experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse qualification - Health Visitor
Desirable
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in Health Visiting
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ TAPS/ RiO)
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads
Experience
Essential
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor ) experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
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).
