About The Borough
The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award‑winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of its residents and the future generation, as set out in the "Ambitious for Sutton" corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life‑science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south‑west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.
About The Role And Our Ideal Candidate
The role of Student Community Public Health Practitioner is a development post that builds on existing knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve a higher level of practice, resulting in an academic qualification as well as a recordable/registrable qualification with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You will be employed by the London Borough of Sutton but will work as part of the Sutton Health and Care Alliance (SHC).
Your Duties and Responsibilities
* The assessment and reassessment of care needs, whilst developing, implementing and evaluating programmes of care in conjunction with and under the supervision of the Practice Teacher/Mentor.
* To regularly take part under supervision in managing a corporate caseload, in order to develop the required managerial skills, including the allocation of work, supervision and support of junior staff.
* Delivering service activities and managing caseloads to ensure intended outcomes for clients and the Council are delivered within agreed service standards.
* Participate in and develop health promotion activities in line with Borough priorities.
* Identify and implement improvements in your own work area to deliver continuous service improvement and improved outcomes to clients.
* Liaise with clients to review service requirements and resolve problems.
* Keep up to date with changes in policy, legislation and contractual requirements to ensure service delivery is effective and complies with appropriate regulations.
* To respond effectively to the local population health needs through working within the team.
* To work within national and local policies for Safeguarding to identify vulnerable children and children in need of protection under the supervision of the Specialist Practice Teacher, and to contribute to inter‑agency planning for children requiring statutory social services involvement.
Education and Qualifications
* Registered Nurse.
* Evidence of application for NMC Registration and confirmed NMC registration within 2 months of the start date.
* DipHE (or above) qualification equivalent to 120 credits at level 5, or evidence of previous education and learning to this level.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
* Excellent communication skills: IT, written and oral.
* Willingness to support management of change, development and working practice.
* Knowledge of current legislation and national guidance.
* Understanding of the safeguarding process and child protection procedures, clinical governance arrangements and the ability to make decisions in these areas.
* Ability to set personal objectives, and manage time, priorities and stressful situations.
* Ability to work as part of a team and with other agencies.
* Must be a car owner/driver.
Benefits
* A generous annual leave entitlement of 26–32 days plus bank holidays (pro‑rata if part‑time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave.
* Two volunteering days per year.
* Flexible working – Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role).
* Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks.
* Learning and development portal offering a range of courses.
* Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres.
* Interest‑free season ticket loans.
* Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Bicycle loan facilities and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Electric vehicle leasing scheme.
* Confidential health & wellbeing and counselling support.
Application Process
Apply online outlining the skills, abilities and experience you can bring that make you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.
Local Intelligence Check (LIC) and Counter‑Terrorism Checks Level 3 Vetting
The successful candidate will have to undergo the specified vetting process including an initial Local Intelligence Check (LIC) and Counter‑Terrorism Checks Level 3 Vetting. Part 1: A Local Intelligence Check (LIC) involves local Sutton Police officers running a search on the successful candidate on the database to ensure there’s no/limited risk to working from the Police Station pending the outcome of full vetting (part 2). This process is expected to take 2 weeks and is to be completed before the agreed start date. Part 2: A New Scotland Yard CTC Level 3 Vetting: This process is done upon appointment and commences on the agreed start date at the Police Station. This is an enhanced process which involves a more thorough background search to provide the right security clearance for access to the police station. This process typically takes at least 3 months to complete. Appointment and employment is conditional on the post‑holder completing and successfully holding Met Police Vetting (Non‑Police Personnel Vetting Level 2) in order to operate from Sutton Police Station. Failure to pass Met Police Vetting will result in the immediate termination of contract.
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