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Location: NHS Borders (TBC)
Hours: 28.8 per week
Type: FTC – 3 months
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Health Visitor to join NHS Borders Health Visiting Team in the Teviot area. This rewarding opportunity involves delivering expert care and early intervention support to children aged 0–5 and their families, promoting health and wellbeing from the earliest stages of life.
You’ll work within the Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) national practice model, engaging across education, social care, and health sectors to make a real difference in early years development.
Main Responsibilities
* Deliver universal and targeted health visiting services to families with young children
* Assess child and family needs using the National Practice Model
* Promote health promotion and public health initiatives within the community
* Provide safeguarding advice and act as a lead professional where appropriate
* Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including midwifery, CAMHS, AHPs, and social care
* Support school readiness and parenting interventions
* Maintain accurate records and uphold standards of evidence-based practice
Essential Criteria
* Registered Nurse or Midwife with SCPHN Health Visitor qualification
* Sound knowledge of The Health Visiting Pathway in Scotland
* Familiarity with GIRFEC and The National Practice Model
* Experience in early years, family support, and community public health
* Strong interpersonal, organisational, and assessment skills
* Ability to manage complex caseloads and work independently within team settings
Support & Supervision
This role is supported by a structured clinical supervision model, experienced senior practitioners, and clear reporting pathways to promote your continued professional development.
Equal Opportunities
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections.
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