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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Brighton & Hove
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You will promote children's health, mentor staff and students, support training programs, oversee inductions, and manage resources within budget.
  • You will promote health, assess care needs, mentor staff and students, manage inductions, support training, and ensure efficient resource use while collaborating with a diverse team.

Requirements

  • - The post holder will work within a skill mixed team to promote the health and wellbeing of children and their families.
  • - Practitioners at this level assume responsibility for planned teaching/supervision of junior staff and students, and will ensure the mentorship and supervision of students both pre and post registration.
  • - To participate in regular team meetings with all grades of staff to ensure that all staff are kept informed of clinical and locality issues to facilitate the management of change, ensuring service continuity.
  • - To arrange the induction and orientation of new staff and instruct all staff in new procedures and policy changes.
  • - To support and supervise skill mix staff to enable effective delivery of the service.
  • - To contribute to training, education, PDR and orientation programmes for staff, students, and others as required.
  • - Describe any staff development activities the post holder either develops or delivers. Include training courses, organisational development work, practice development or facilitation.
  • - Undertake practice supervisor and practice assessor roles with both pre-registration and specialist practice students.
  • - To demonstrate responsible use of resources, with an awareness of budgetary restraints.

Responsibilities

  • - The post holder will work within a skill mixed team to promote the health and wellbeing of children and their families.
  • - The post holder will provide specialist practitioner knowledge and advice; assessing care needs, developing, implementing and evaluating programmes of care and public health developments in the community, liaising with other agencies as required.
  • - Practitioners at this level assume responsibility for planned teaching/supervision of junior staff and students, and will ensure the mentorship and supervision of students both pre and post registration.
  • - To participate in regular team meetings with all grades of staff to ensure that all staff are kept informed of clinical and locality issues to facilitate the management of change, ensuring service continuity.
  • - To arrange the induction and orientation of new staff and instruct all staff in new procedures and policy changes.
  • - To support and supervise skill mix staff to enable effective delivery of the service.
  • - To contribute to training, education, PDR and orientation programmes for staff, students, and others as required.
  • - Describe any staff development activities the post holder either develops or delivers. Include training courses, organisational development work, practice development or facilitation.
  • - Undertake practice supervisor and practice assessor roles with both pre-registration and specialist practice students.
  • - To demonstrate responsible use of resources, with an awareness of budgetary restraints.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Health Visitor position?

The candidate should possess specialist practitioner knowledge and ideally hold a relevant nursing or health visiting qualification, with experience in child health and family welfare.

What is the main responsibility of a Health Visitor?

The main responsibility is to promote the health and wellbeing of children and their families by providing specialist advice, assessing care needs, and developing care programmes.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are excellent training and development opportunities, including participation in training, education, and staff mentorship.

How will the Health Visitor interact with other staff members?

The Health Visitor will participate in regular team meetings, supervise junior staff, and mentor students, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the team.

What types of working patterns are available for this role?

We offer supportive flexible working patterns, including part-time, flexible hours, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options.

Is there support for staff wellbeing in this position?

Yes, we have received positive scores in the NHS Staff Survey regarding compassionate culture and leadership, and we actively support staff wellbeing.

Where will the Health Visitor primarily work?

The Health Visitor will work within a variety of community settings, including patients' homes, community hospitals, and bases across East and West Sussex.

What resources are available for students during their placement?

The Health Visitor will undertake practice supervisor and practice assessor roles with both pre-registration and specialist practice students, offering guidance and support throughout their training.

Are there any specific initiatives focused on diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, we are a level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader and have thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+, and Religion and Belief staff networks, showing our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces.

What is the main vision of the Trust providing this role?

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping individuals manage their health and supporting avoidable hospital admissions.

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Excellent care at the heart of the community.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of community-based healthcare services across Sussex, including nursing, therapy, and specialist care. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that supports people in their homes and communities, aiming to improve health outcomes and enhance well-being. Their purpose is to offer excellent community health services, promote independence, and integrate care to support patients' needs effectively.