We're working to improve the lives of children and families in Somerset - and you'll be a key part of that. You will be joining our Public Health Nursing service which is comprised of teams of Health Visitors, School Nurses (Specialist Community Public Health Nurses), community staff nurses, and assistant practitioners. Your day-to-day work will involve:
* Working directly with children and families in a range of settings to deliver core and targeted health support and advice on an individual basis or through delivering group sessions.
* Supporting the Health Visiting and School nurse teams in completing holistic assessments of the health and wellbeing of families as well as assessing the ongoing physical, social and emotional development of children.
* Fulfilling the requirements of the Healthy Child Programme across the whole 0-19 year age range.
* Working closely with our Health and Social Care colleagues, contributing towards multi-disciplinary work and assessments., We're proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring that we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve.
We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be. But it will really help if you:
* Have a Childcare qualification.
* Have experience of working with children and families.
* Are able to demonstrate excellent communication skills.
* Are able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
* Are able to demonstrate your dedication to improving the health and wellbeing of children and families.
* Are caring, empathetic and friendly.
Previous experience working in the community and home visiting is desirable., Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a car for work. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010.
We are a team with a strong Public Health Focus committed to improving the health and well-being of our children and families in Somerset using good leadership skills and a sound knowledge base in safeguarding and child protection processes.
* We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible.
* iHV professional membership.
* Prioritised superb Safeguarding, Clinical, and Restorative supervision.
* The opportunity to fulfil your leadership role within the team.
* Continuing Professional Development opportunities.
* Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
* Staff discounts in gyms.
* Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
* Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
* A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
* My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more., The salary for this post is £17,158 to £19,236 per annum for 22.2 hours per week.
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