Job Introduction
We are seeking to recruit motivated practitioners with initiative and drive who are keen to contribute to the further development of our integrated children's health service.
The Children's Health Service 0-19, alongside others support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme across Lincolnshire for Children, Young People and their families (aged 0-19 years) and up to the age of 25 years for Young People with Special Educational Needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
The team is based across 4 teams in Lincolnshire, this ensures that children, young people and families can access timely expert advice and intervention on specific health issues when needed.
The CYPN team work with Children's Services (Children's Centres, Early Help, Social Care and Family Hubs) and other agencies to improve outcomes and reduce health inequalities for children, young people and their families in our care.
There is strong emphasis on delivering the public health message on topics such as providing awareness sessions to schools on anaphylaxis, asthma.
The CYPN service work with external partner agencies such GP’s, schools and other health agencies to support children with complex health needs to enable them to meet their full potential. This could include work around the Educational Health Care Plan, supporting children with medical needs to access education.
There are vacancies within the East Lindsay and Boston and South Holland areas.
To be considered for this post you will need to be a registered paediatric nurse (or a registered adult/mental health nurse with current paediatric experience) with a current NMC registration.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
A good understanding of children's safeguarding.
Experience of supporting a learning environment, including supporting students
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
A good understanding of clinical governance and the CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards for community practice.
To be able to work in a changing environment and have the skills to support others in that situation.
To be committed to working collaboratively and in partnership with early help and social care colleagues to improve outcomes for children and young people.
Steeped in history and brimming with life, Lincolnshire's historic market towns, vibrant coastal tourism and areas of outstanding natural beauty make it the perfect place for your next career move.
Working with us, you can enjoy generous annual leave, pension scheme, exciting learning and development opportunities and recompense of NMC fees.
Closing date 15/09/2025
Interviews will be held on 25/09/2025.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role then please contact Helen Blades Practice Supervisor 07741 606077 helen.blades@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Dawn Firth Locality Health Manager 07741 606055 dawn.firth@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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