Healthy Child Practitioner / Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse
Job overview
We have various exciting opportunities in the Middlesbrough 0 - 19 Service working within our Health Visiting Teams for Healthy Child Practitioners / Community Nursery Nurses/Early Years Practitioners.
For more information please see the job description and person specification attached.
Main duties of the job
The Healthy Child Practitioner is a member of the 0-19 Integrated Public Health Service (IPHS), working within the policies and procedures relating to the 0 – 19 service.
The post holder will work closely with the SCPHN within a skill mixed team to support the delivery of the 0-19 Service Specification and Healthy Child Programme (HCP).
The aim of the service is to provide universal access to children, young people and families to the Healthy Child Programme and facilitate early identification of additional and or complex needs.
The post holder will contribute to the Public Health Agenda, to support the promotion of health and reduction in health inequalities. They will work in in partnership with key partners and agencies to meet local and national agendas
Working for our organisation
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information please see the job description and person specification attached.
If you have any questions please contact:
Jo Watson Locality Manager
Telephone: 07392194202Email: [email protected]
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- NVQ Level 3 Qualification or equivalent.
- Experience of working with and supporting parents and families.
- Experience of facilitating group work.
- Working with a range of statutory and voluntary organisations
Experience
Essential criteria- Experience of working with and supporting parents and families.
- Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality.
- Working with a range of statutory and voluntary organisations.
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of facilitating group work
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Knowledge of child development