Job summary
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate nurse to work in the School Nursing Team based in Cardiff and Vale UHB. The candidate should be a Registered Nurse and be registered on part 3 of the NMC register, as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - School Nurse.
The key role of the post holder will be to manage a defined caseload of school age children to ensure that they receive a healthcare service that will enable them to reach their educational potential and empower them to lead healthy lifestyles.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the band 6 Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nurse) are;-
Provide emotional support and signposting to children and young people, through young persons health hubs and the provision of the CHAT HEALTH confidential text in service
Undertake safeguarding duties and work within the Wales Safeguarding Procedures (2019)
Support Community Staff Nurses when required, to deliver the Child Measurement Programme and School Entry Health Screening programme
Support delivery of the school based immunisation programme
Support with School Nurse service improvement, delivery, and assist in the implementation of the Welsh Government Initiative- Healthy Child Wales Programme: for school aged children 2024.
Support educational staff with the delivery of health promotion in schools, if required
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with entry onto the 3rd part of the NMC Register (SCPHN
Desirable
- RN Childrens Nursing
- Ability to work effectively in a team
Experience
Essential
- Experience of school health/community nursing.
- Extensive postregistration nursing experience.
Desirable
- Experience in Paediatric Nursing, Health Promotion/ Health Education
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage a caseload, lead and work well within a skill mix team.
- Good communication, organisational, analytical and negotiating skills.
Desirable
special Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child protection policies and procedure. An understanding of the principles of Public Health.
- Ability to support the emotional wellbeing of children and young people.
Desirable
- Evidence of personal development within practice.
- Awareness of equal opportunities and valuing diversity
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a skill mix team. Flexibility adaptable to changing needs/ environments.
- An empathetic approach to children and young people. Ability/desire to act as an advocate for children and young people
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with entry onto the 3rd part of the NMC Register (SCPHN
Desirable
- RN Childrens Nursing
- Ability to work effectively in a team
Experience
Essential
- Experience of school health/community nursing.
- Extensive postregistration nursing experience.
Desirable
- Experience in Paediatric Nursing, Health Promotion/ Health Education
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage a caseload, lead and work well within a skill mix team.
- Good communication, organisational, analytical and negotiating skills.
Desirable
special Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child protection policies and procedure. An understanding of the principles of Public Health.
- Ability to support the emotional wellbeing of children and young people.
Desirable
- Evidence of personal development within practice.
- Awareness of equal opportunities and valuing diversity
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a skill mix team. Flexibility adaptable to changing needs/ environments.
- An empathetic approach to children and young people. Ability/desire to act as an advocate for children and young people
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).
