School Staff Nurse
Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.
Job overview
This post is a Fixed term/Secondment for 12 months to meet the needs of the service.- To undertake as delegated by School Nurse Band 6, school health surveillance, screening tests/health interviews in accordance with the Healthy Child Wales Programme.
- Participate in the prevention and control of outbreaks of infectious disease. Participate in administration of immunisation, following policies and procedures.
- Provide support and advice to families regarding the health and welfare of their child.
- Undertake home visits delegated by School Nurse Band 6 as required taking account of the Health Board Lone Worker Policy.
- Undertake health promotion activities in a variety of settings as delegated by School Nurse Band 6.
- To be knowledgeable of the effects of the (chronic condition) on the child and carers.
- Assisting/supporting School Nurse Band 6 in identifying health needs of identified target area.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse to become part of the School Nursing Service in Wrexham area, as a member of the school nurse team which has responsibility for the health needs of the children and young people in a designated area.
The School Staff Nurse will have delegated responsibility for allocated schools/workload.
It will involve undertaking immunisation programmes, health assessments, health promotion both within the community and schools. It will also involve acting in accordance with local Safeguarding procedures and the All Wales Child Protection procedures.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales .Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed job description and main 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
Skills
Essential criteria- Confidentiality
Qualifications & Experience
Essential criteria- Registered Nurse
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Skills in organisation
- Team Player
- Experience of working with children
- Previous community experience
- I.T. skills
- Knowledge of NHS Reform
Skills
Essential criteria- Communication Skills
- Knowledge of School Nursing
If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.