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* Suffolk County Council – Peripatetic (West Suffolk locality, based at Bury St Edmunds) - Community Based
* £24,404 per annum pro-rata for part time
* 37 hours per week Term Time Only (TTO)
* Permanent
Job Description
* Suffolk County Council – Peripatetic (West Suffolk locality, based at Bury St Edmunds) - Community Based
* £24,404 per annum pro-rata for part time
* 37 hours per week Term Time Only (TTO)
* Permanent
At Suffolk County Council, we believe that when our people grow, our communities thrive. That's why we're looking for a passionate Child Health Screening Practitioner (CHSP) to join our team. Here, you'll find more than just a job – you'll discover opportunities to develop your skills, make a meaningful impact, and reimagine what's possible. Are you ready to grow with us and shape the future of Suffolk?
Your Role And Responsibilities
The Healthy Living Service works with children and young people aged 0-19 offering evidence-based support to children, young people, and their families where the child/ young person is overweight to help remove the barriers to achieving a healthy weight. As part of the Healthy Living Service, you will:
* work alongside colleagues to provide a health screening service across Suffolk
* be responsible for undertaking screening within schools to include growth measurements as part of the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) of children in Reception class (aged 4 to 5) and Year 6 (aged 10 to 11)
* undertake hearing and vision screening within schools for children in Reception class (aged 4 to 5)
You can find out more information regarding the National Child Measurement Programme within Suffolk in the You Tube video linked here: https://youtu.be/KHDffbbOPEQ
You will need:
* an appropriate Level 2 qualification, or equivalent experience, or evidence of skills
* great communication skills (written and verbal)
* the ability to provide advice and information with clarity and impartiality to meet the needs of the recipient.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The Healthy Living Service is within the Community Health Team in Children and Young People’s Service. Working with and supporting families in the crucial years of a child’s life, you will:
* play a key role in ensuring the best possible start in life for children in Suffolk
* have a profound impact on the lifelong health and wellbeing of young children and their families
* more information about the NCMP service can be found here: National child measurement programme and hearing and vision - Suffolk County Council and the Healthy Living Service here: Healthy living service - Suffolk County Council
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk) .
For more information
Please contact Mica Edwards (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 01473 265395 or emailing: mica.edwards@suffolk.gov.uk .
How To Apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx) .
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template .
* Please tell us what experience you have working with children, young people and their families
* Please describe your character in a couple of sentences and why you feel this role would be suitable for you.
* Describe a situation where you have been an effective team worker. What did you specifically do that was effective?
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30pm, 3 June 2025
Interview date: 10 June 2025, Endeavour House, Ipswich
This authority 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. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
About Us
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
* up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
* membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
* performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
* training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
* a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
* diverse and active staff networks
* flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Government Administration
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