Main area Community Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (MON-FRI 9-5PM) Job ref 388-7317993-FC&I
Employer Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Kings Ash House Town Paignton Salary £37,338 - £44,962 per annum. Salary period Yearly Closing 14/08/2025 23:59
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse Triage (SCPHN)
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
The post holder will be a senior member of staff working as a triage practitioner within the integrated 0 to 19 Partnership. They will provide the expertise, knowledge, resource and support to the team managing enquires from pregnant women, families, carers, children and young people in Torbay.
The post holder will provide a comprehensive triage service (for the public and professionals), access and update the Electronic Health record to ensure continuity of care and to make appropriate recommendations and interventions.
They will work with the 0 to 19 Partnership workforces to ensure pathways are followed in supporting children, young people, families and carers.
The service includes the identification of vulnerable children, including those whose welfare and safety may be at risk, working within child protection procedures and in collaboration with other agencies.
The post holder will have the opportunity as part of a team to shape the ongoing development of the role within the Universal Team allocation process and be the Advice line first point of contact for families contacting the Admin Hub.
The post is office based.
Main duties of the job
See separate JD/Person Specification.
See Separate Sheet.
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Working for our organisation
About Us
0 to 19 Torbay is a partnership between TSDFT and The Children's Society and Action for Children.
These services have come together to provide a preventative model to children, young people and their families in Torbay in order to improve outcomes for children and young people across Torbay.
Working together with statutory and community services.
Through supporting the whole family and building on strengths.
By giving children the best start in life, to stay well and thrive.
Being baby, young person and family friendly.
Broadening the skills of the workforce.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
See separate JD/Person Specification.
See Separate Sheet.
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Person specification
Qualifications and training
* Active Registration on Part 1 of NMC Register.
* Evidence of CPD in last 2 years.
* Educated at Degree Level
* V150 Nurse Prescriber Qualification
* International Computer Driving Licence
Knowledge and experience
* Ability to manage conflict
* Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay contract and Key Performance Indicators
* Ability to work as part of a team
* The ability to manage constant change
* Ability to be reflective on situations and show learning
* Demonstrate the ability to remain focused on service delivery whilst dealing with an unpredictable, diverse and challenging workload
* Demonstrate research skills in current role
* Coaching skills
Specific Skills
* Excellent presentation skills with an ability to communicate highly complex information
* IT literacy skills and ability to use an Electronic record keeping systems
* Ability to manage system change
* Demonstrate problem solving skills
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
* Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
* Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
* Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
* Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
* If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
* It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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