The Diocese of Sheffield is called to grow a diverse network of Christ-like, lively and sustainable Christian communities in every place which are effective in making disciples and in seeking to transform our society and Gods world.
The Diocese of Sheffield is looking to employ an NMC Registered Nurse in a paid position to lead their new Parish Nursing Service. This innovative service is provided in partnership with Parish Nursing Ministries UK and aims to improve and maintain the wholistic health and wellbeing of local people in Attercliffe and Darnall. Were seeking a Parish Nurse who feels called to serve our diverse multicultural community - supporting families, the vulnerable, and those on the margins with compassion and faith with a focus of mental health and neurodiversity
Could you walk alongside those in need by bringing practical care and spiritual hope to our vibrant, multi-cultural neighborhood? Then this role is for you!
The parish nurse role includes:
General health education
Personal health screening, health support and referral
Advocating for individuals and health more widely
Acting as health navigator and resource
Providing spiritual care
Supporting and training volunteers
Liaising with other local services
Supporting the wider health, safety and risk management of the church/organisation and congregation.
Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is essential and support for revalidation can be provided.
The person will be required to undertake formal role preparation and to offer spiritual care and Christian prayer when requested (it is therefore a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the applicant to be a Christian).
This is a post funded by a grant from the National Church currently up to the end of 2028 with the potential for further review to 2031.
Part-Time, 28 hours per week (Other Part-Time Options Available)
Working Pattern flexible, to be agreed with the hosting church
Pro Rata Salary £27,752.64 (£34,690.79 FTE)
10% employer contribution to pension
Generous Holiday Entitlement
Location: Parish of Attercliffe and Darnall in Sheffield
A full vision and an application pack can be found on our website sheffield.anglican.org
Please send your completed application form to recruitment(AT)sheffield.anglican.org
Closing date: Saturday 10 January (Noon)
Shortlisting Date: W/C Monday 12 January
Interview: Wednesday 21 January
For more information on the role please email Gina Kalsi: gina.kalsi(AT)churcharmy.org or call 07385 006881 or jane.anderson(AT)sheffield.anglican.org T el: (01709) 309100
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: PARISH NURSE
EMPLOYER: SHEFFIELD BOARD OF FINANCE
RESPONSIBLE TO: CHURCH OF CHRIST PCC and ATTERCLIFFE & DARNALL CoM
The Diocese of Sheffield is called to grow a diverse network of Christ-like, lively and sustainable Christian communities in every place which are effective in making disciples and in seeking to transform our society and Gods world.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To provide a parish nursing service that integrates spiritual, physical, psychological, emotional and social health to the local community, regardless of faith position, and to the congregation as required, with a focus on mental health and Neurodiversity.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support Wholistic Health
To integrate faith and health through providing a holistic assessment of needs
To support individuals in dealing with health issues and concerns, through collaboratively planned care provision
To deliver, or facilitate the delivery of health support in the community & church locations
To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the care provision, adjusting the care plans as required
Where appropriate to support risk assessment to ensure that health needs are being met
Where appropriate to develop screening opportunities for the local community
Where appropriate to attend local meetings of the health and social care professionals to ensure continuity of care
To ensure clinical / nursing activities and advice are evidence based and supported by current research
Health Education
To monitor the health education priorities through assessment of mental health needs of the local community
To focus on a variety of educational activities for all ages that explore the relationship between values, attitudes, lifestyle, faith and health, both physical and mental.
Health Advocacy
To provide an advocacy role that supports people in their access of services including families seeking support in neurodiversity or additional needs
To initiate and support referrals to other health professionals and support agencies in order to support the range of need of a person requesting support
To work with health, social care, faith organisations and voluntary sector services to support the best solution for holistic care
Referrals
To liaise with appropriate agencies and authorities in support of individuals health needs
To appropriately refer to health, social care, faith organisations and voluntary sector services to access the most suitable resources for holistic care
Support Groups
To develop appropriate Support Groups, following assessment of needs of individuals and the local community needs
To source appropriate resources for support groups that enhance holistic care
To refer to external support groups within the community where appropriate
Management of Volunteer Team
To recruit a team of volunteers to work with and support parish nursing in the church and local community
To define the role of the volunteers, ensuring this is available in the form of a written role description
To provide training for volunteers to equip them to fulfil the role
To ensure volunteer agreements are in place
To ensure necessary volunteer recruitment process is carried out, and that Disclosure and Barring Checks are in place
To lead health team meetings
To provide supervision, support and annual reviews to the volunteer team
Integration of Faith and Health
In all provision of holistic health care, to integrate faith and health in all activities and contacts, aiming to promote the understanding of the relationship between faith and health
Provide spiritual care to those they see or refer them to another faith group of their choice if appropriate.
Professional Management
To attend team meetings and regular one to one meetings with line manager
To work as an autonomous and lone practitioner, ensuring adherence to the church/organisations systems for lone workers
To maintain accurate, systematic and timely record keeping of health interventions in keeping with NMC Record Keeping guidance, ensuring safe storage of documentation
To keep statistical information required by the church/organisation, any funders and PNMUK
To manage the resources of the parish nursing service, including any financial resources, in line with professional standards and quality of care
To participate in annual development review with direct line manager
To adhere to church/organisation policies and NMC requirements
To promote safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk in all parish nursing activities
To ensure confidentiality and data protection processes are in place, and policies are adhered to at all times
To maintain the Parish Nurse Quality Standards, annually reviewing these with the Regional Nurse Coordinator
To take appropriate action in regard to any accident or incident occurring to a volunteer, client, staff member or visitor
To take opportunities to promote parish nursing in the local area
Personal Development
To be aware of, and act in accordance with, the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct at all times
To ensure current NMC registration and membership of a professional organisation
To work within the scope of knowledge and competence at all times
To ensure own spiritual care needs are met
To participate in regular spiritual supervision
To maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills and undertake education in accordance with individual parish nurse and church needs
To attend a PNMUK Community of Practice for professional supervision and support
To attend annual review meetings with PNMUK Regional Nurse Coordinator
The post holder will comply with all standards, policies and procedures set by the diocese including, but not limited to, those governing safeguarding, health and safety, GDPR, confidentiality and equal opportunities.
The post holder is required to:
Support the ethos, aims and objectives of the Sheffield Diocesan Board of Finance
Keep up to date with developments in their area of work.
Participate in performance management and appraisal/personal development reviews.
Engage in training and continuous professional development activities.
The post holder may be required to work outside normal office hours including occasional weekend working, subject to time off in lieu.
This role description provides a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and is not an exhaustive list.The post holder may be asked to undertake any other relevant duties appropriate to the post.The role description will be amended over time, in full consultation with the post holder, to meet the needs of the Diocese.
P E RS O N S P E CI F IC A T I ON: PARISH NURSE
C R I T E R I A
Q u a li f i c a ti ons/ Training
Degree Registered nurse with experience of working with people with mental health challenges and neurodiversity
(Adult/Child/Mental Health/Learning Disability)
Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration
Evidence of post registration education and training
Completion of the PNMUK Preparation for Parish Nursing Practice Course or willingness to undertake this
Regular member of a church of any Christian denomination
Community Nursing/Specialist Mental Health Qualification
Some theological or discipleship training
Knowledge
High standard of clinical expertise
Leadership skills and the ability to motivate staff
Ability to work independently and within a team
Decision making skills
Good communication skills
IT skills
High level knowledge of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct
Detailed knowledge of Personal Development Planning
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementations
Knowledge of the purpose and value of Clinical Supervision and support of staff
Understanding of, and commitment to, equal opportunities
Understanding and experience of a multi-cultural/multi-faith area
Experience
Experience of working with diverse groups and supporting families
Experience of working within Community Nursing
Previous management experience
Experience of working with people of all ages
Other
Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
Driving License
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