Go back Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
School Health Support Worker
The closing date is 06 August 2025
Anopportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, highly motivated School Health SupportWorker to become part of the Worcestershire Public Health Nurse Team. Thesuccessful applicant will be part of a new, innovative model which willtransform health services for children, young people and families acrossWorcestershire.
The School HealthSupport Worker role encompasses aspects of the Healthy Child Programme, workingwithin schools and communities, undertaking the National Childhood MeasurementProgramme and supporting School Health Nurses.
The 0-19 PublicHealth Nursing service operates across six localities Redditch, Bromsgrove,Worcester, Malvern, Wyre Forest and Wychavon. You would be based within oneDistrict but will be asked to work in other areas to complete the Programme,mileage expenses are provided.
We wouldconsider Term Time working to the suitable candidate.
You will be well supported and offered specific training to becomecompetent and confident at the School Health Support Worker role.
If you wouldlike to join a progressive, forward thinking and innovative team of PublicHealth Nurses within School Health then we would like to hear from you
It is essentialapplicants can meet the travel requirements of the post
Please note the Trust will not providesponsorship to work for this role, to apply you must have current right to workin the UK status.
Main duties of the job
Under the direction of theSpecialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN), you will facilitate healthscreenings for Reception, Year 6, and Year 9 students by assisting with thesetup and administration.
The candidate will engage andsupport children, young people, and their parents/carers in completingnecessary questionnaires and understanding the screening process.
The candidate will organise andconduct National Child Measurement Programme measurements for Reception andYear 6 students, ensuring accurate height and weight recordings in accordancewith national standards.
Supporting the coordination ofNCMP sessions and the timely input of data for national reporting will be partof the role
Thecandidate will promote key public health messages and healthy lifestyleinitiatives during school events, parent evenings, and community engagements,focusing on healthy weight and general health and wellbeing linked to theHealthy Child Programme and High Impact Areas.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitalsand community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental healthand learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people ofall ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexibleworking options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We valuediversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,and ethnicities.
What we offer;
* 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to33 days with long service
* Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you workunsocial hours
* Flexible and agile working opportunities
* Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
* Wide range of supportive staff networks
* Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit ourwebsite.
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Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for therole please refer to the job description and person specification attached
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Level 3 Qualification in Health or Education-Related Field: Completion of a Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-level, NVQ3) in a health, education,
* or related field or Level 2 Qualification with Commitment to Level 3: Level 2 qualification (e.g., GCSE Grade A-C) in a relevant field with a commitment to undertake and complete the required Level 3 qualification upon appointment.
* Ability and commitment to complete the Care Certificate standards within 12 weeks of starting the role.
* Basic IT Proficiency: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel) and email (e.g., Outlook) for data entry and Communication.
* I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Knowledge
* Understanding of public health issues relating to children and their families.
* Understanding of team work.
* Understanding of promotion of independent living
* Understanding the development needs of children and families.
* Understanding of health and education training.
* Understanding of the Healthy Child Health Programme
Additional Criteria
* Confident and empathetic approach towards children and young people.
* Professionalism as appropriate in undertaking duties
* Enthusiastic and self-motivated.
* Able to communicate with all ages.
* Be able to work under direction but able to use own initiative.
* Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
* You understand that we will not provide sponsorship to work for this role.
Experience
* Demonstrated experience engaging and supporting children, young people, and families in a health, educational, or community setting.
* Prior involvement in health promotion or educational activities, providing basic health information or support to the public.
* Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting colleagues and contributing to shared goals. Experience in accurate record-keeping and data entry, preferably in a health or education-related environment.
* Previous NHS Experience.
* Delivering health promotion activities
Skills & Abilities
* Ability to challenge poor behaviour.
* A positive attitude and able to act on feedback.
* Ability to praise and be supportive to others.
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats.
* IT Literate
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
£24,937 to £26,598 a yearpro rata for part time
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