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Healthy Child Programme Nurse - School Nurse

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Leicester

Requirements

  • - Registered Nurse with experience in working with children, young people, and families
  • - Delivery of effective health care within the organisation
  • - Support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme using evidence-based practice
  • - Develop, deliver, and engage in health promotion programmes
  • - Act as whole-family safeguarding caseload holder
  • - Deliver the Healthy Together continence offer
  • - Support early intervention and referral for emotional health issues
  • - Co-ordinate and support the completion of health questionnaires in schools
  • - Undertake comprehensive health assessments for identified children and young people
  • - Permission to work in the UK
  • - DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual, deducted from salary once started
  • - Appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period

Responsibilities

  • Delivery of effective health care within the organisation
  • Support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme using evidence-based practice to actively promote the health of children, young people and families
  • Develop, deliver and engage in health promotion programmes that aim to prevent ill health, support early identification of health needs and work with individuals, education and communities to reduce health inequalities
  • 1-2-1 work for school-age child, working at Universal Plus and Partnership Plus levels
  • Act as whole-family safeguarding caseload holder including strategy calls, Children in Need, children with Child Protection plans, universal contacts for children on the safeguarding caseload
  • Deliver the Healthy Together continence offer
  • Support early intervention and referral for emotional health issues
  • Co-ordinate and support the completion of health questionnaires in schools
  • Undertake comprehensive health assessments for identified children and young people

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Healthy Child Programme Nurse role?

The main focus of the Healthy Child Programme Nurse role is to promote and protect the health of children and young people through the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, supporting healthy lifestyles, early intervention, and reducing health inequalities.

What are the core working hours for this position?

The core working hours for this position are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Is experience with children and families required for this role?

Yes, candidates must have experience of working with children, young people, and families to be considered for this position.

What type of work will I be doing in this role?

You will be engaging in face-to-face clinical work in schools, as well as undertaking office and home working as part of your duties.

Are there both full-time and part-time opportunities available?

Yes, there are both full-time and part-time job opportunities available.

What specific health services will I be delivering as a Healthy Child Programme Nurse?

You will deliver health promotion programmes, manage safeguarding caseloads, support early intervention for emotional health issues, and undertake comprehensive health assessments for children and young people.

How can I find more information about this position?

For further information, you can contact Beth Logan, Public Health Nurse, School Nurse, at 07826923424 or via email at beth.logan@nhs.net.

Is there a probationary period for new staff?

Yes, there is a 6-month probationary period for all substantive roles (excluding medical staff).

Will the cost of DBS disclosure be covered by the employer?

No, the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual and will be deducted from their salary once they have started.

Do you encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the community?

Yes, we strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.

Creating high quality compassionate care and well-being for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
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Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust provides a wide range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care tailored to the needs of individuals and communities. They aim to improve mental health and well-being through integrated care, research, and innovation, focusing on delivering person-centered services that enhance overall quality of life.200

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