Job summary
Childrens
Public Health 0-19 Nursing Service
Nottingham
CityCares Childrens Public Health 0-19 Nursing Service is excited to be expanding
the number of Children and Young People Support Workers within their integrated
team.
Do you
have the experience and passion to work with children and families from diverse
populations to meet their public health needs?
Our
aim is to offer a responsive service to meet the holistic public health needs
of children, young people and families in order to give every child in
Nottingham City the best start in life.
As
part of the team, you will support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme
and contribute to the delivery of universal public
health messages, supporting the health and well-being of infants, children and
their families in homes and community settings across Nottingham City.
We are
looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals who have a passion for
giving children the best start in life and improving outcomes for children,
young people and their families.
If you
have the passion and drive required and want to take
the next step on your career pathway then please apply for this post.
If you
would like to discuss the role further, please contact Zoe Selby on:07798 836516 or
email [email protected]
Main duties of the job
The role of a Children and
Young Peoples Support Worker involves assessing the health and development of
infants and children at 9-12 months, 2-2.5 years and 3 years 4 months
(Pre-School READY Review) and National Child Measurement Programme alongside
supporting with the delivery of health promotion groups. Enabling early identification
of health and developmental needs, providing evidence based health promotion messages
in line with local and national policy, empowering parents and carers to support
their childs health and wellbeing.
About us
We are a provider of NHS
Community Health Services, CityCare exists to support the health and wellbeing
of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to
achieve this. We are a value driven, people business with a passion for excellence.
Our vision and social purpose is to make a difference everyday to the health
& wellbeing of our communities and our values of kindness, respect, trust
and honesty lie at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together
with partners and each other to consistently deliver high quality compassionate
care. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the
future of our local communities and helping to make a difference in peoples
lives.
CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive
workforce. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled,
LGBT+ or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are
currently under-represented within our organisation.
CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive
about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a
different format please contact Human Resources on 0115 8839418. CityCare is
committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
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To support in the delivery of universal public health promotion,
supporting the health and well-being of babies and children and their families
in Nottingham City.
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Provide additional clinical support to the Children's Public Health 0-19
Nursing service by contributing to the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme
(DH, 2023).
- Deliver public health services to families in
the home, clinic settings and community groups
Dimensions
- To work under the direction of a
Clinical Service Manager, Specialist Community Public Health Nurse and other
team members and be integral to the Children's Public Health 0-19 Nursing
Service.
- The post holder will work as part of
a geographical skill mix team to support the delivery of high-quality public
health services to children and their families in Nottingham City.
- Organise and complete delegated work
effectively.
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Undertake other duties as may be required for
maintenance of an effective and efficient service
Key Responsibilities
Quality and Performance
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Undertake
universal Healthy Child Programme developmental reviews and deliver public
health messages as delegated.
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Ability
to contribute towards achieving Key Performance Indicators.
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Support
the delivery of groups and clinics e.g., Baby Clinics, Breastfeeding group, First
Foods and Milk to Meals groups.
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To
undertake, assess and record growth measurements of babies and children, during
developmental reviews and National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP).
Providing universal healthy lifestyle information as required.
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To be
flexible as required in supporting the Childrens Public Health 0-19 Nursing
Service across the City.
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Undertake
any other duties which may be reasonably required within the remit of the role.
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Support
the skill mix team to maintain an appropriate learning environment to
meet the educational and developmental needs of new starters, student nurses
and other learners as required.
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Support
in health promotion activities in all settings e.g., during health promotion
weeks throughout the year.
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To
undertake referrals to specialist services under the direction of the lead
practitioner.
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To
maintain contemporaneous healthcare records using SystmOne in line with local
and national and policies and procedures.
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Work
using own initiative within the limitations of the role; always promoting high
quality care and Nottingham CityCares Values and Behaviours.
Professional
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Work
in accordance with Nottingham City Local Safeguarding Children's Board
procedures.
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Provide
and receive routine information, orally, in writing or electronically in line
with Nottingham CityCare policy and abiding by legal requirements.
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Complete
all appropriate records/documents in a clear, accurate and timely way,
participating in reporting processes and audit processes as necessary.
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Ability
to organise and prioritise own workload under the supervision of senior members
of the team.
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To
demonstrate empathy, compassion, and the ability to reassure.
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Be
sensitive to the needs of children, young people and their carers who may have
communication problems, where English is not the first language or
understanding is limited, identify appropriate resources to optimise
understanding for parents/carers and children.
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Maintain
confidentiality at all times.
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Maintain
an accurate electronic diary in accordance with lone working policy and adhere
to mobile working guidance.
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At all
times ensure that own actions support and promote equality, diversity, and the rights
of patients, the public and colleagues within the health care environment.
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To
always conduct yourself in a professional manner during the undertaking of your
work.
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To
dress in accordance with Nottingham CityCare Partnership policies.
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To
uphold Nottingham CityCares Values and Behaviours.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
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To
attend mandatory and essential training sessions as defined by Nottingham
CityCare Partnership.
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To
understand CityCare policies and procedures related to your clinical role.
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To
attend safeguarding supervision on a regular basis in accordance with
Nottingham CityCare Partnership guidelines.
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To
receive annual review and personal development planning to promote achievement
of individual, team and organisational objectives.
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Complete a
comprehensive competency package through observation, reflection and supervised
practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in a healthcare or childcare-related area or holds significant previous experience
- Good numeracy and literacy to GCSE level (A-C / 9-4) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Educated to Degree Level in a childcare-related area.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service
- Full driving licence and the ability to travel between locations.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- A good standard of both written and spoken English
- An ability to use Microsoft Office programmes, including MS Outlook and MS Word.
- An understanding of the Healthy Child Programme (Department of Health, 2023).
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Childhood Development.
- Is able to demonstrate evidence of contributing to producing care records.
- Evidence of understanding of confidential and sensitive issues including GDPR and data protection legislation.
- Excellent communication skills with an ability to demonstrate the 6Cs in daily practice.
- An ability to plan and organise own workload and any delegated work within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrate ability to use initiative.
Desirable
- Experience of using electronic healthcare record keeping systems and of contributing to updating patient records.
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare or childcare setting with a minimum of 1 year experience.
- Experience of working in a skill mix team with a minimum of 1 year experience.
- Experience of carrying out delegated work
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care setting.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC
Address
Various Health Centres around the City
Nottingham
NG6 8WR