Overview
Join to apply for the SCPHN School Nurse role at HCRG Care Group. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in delivering preventative and supportive health care to children, young people, and their families, helping to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities across the community. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) to join our Public Health Nursing team. As a registered nurse with specialist public health training, the post holder will work with a defined population under the supervision of a Healthy Family Team Leader, contributing to the planning and delivery of the Healthy Child Programme. The role has a strong public health focus, supporting the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of children and families through early intervention, health promotion, and safeguarding practice.
Responsibilities
* Delivery of the healthy child programme at all four levels
* Day to day operational line management and supervision of the School Staff Nurses and Support Staff
* Day to day caseload management of work for School Staff Nurses and Support Staff – helping them to plan, prioritise, evaluate and delegating and allocating work as appropriate
* Appropriate delegation of work to others in the multidisciplinary team
* Act as a mentor to pre-registration and post registration students as appropriate and be involved in organizing allocation of student nurses
* Participate in preceptorship of junior/new members of the team while acting as a mentor
* Work in collaboration with healthcare and other service providers, including Head Teachers, to ensure seamless delivery of services for school age children
The Ideal Candidate
* Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
* Holds a Specialist Practitioner Qualification in School and Community Public Health (degree, diploma, or certificate level)
* Proven experience of working effectively within a team, contributing to shared goals and supporting colleagues
* A clear commitment to ongoing professional development, with evidence of maintaining and updating clinical and public health knowledge
* Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to influence and support change, motivate others, and take initiative within their role
Package Description
As an SCPHN School nurse you will be part of our valued team in our School-Age Health & Wellbeing Service, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
* £37,338 - £44,962 (Band 6, AfC Salary) with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions
* Membership of My Reward Hub, with discounts on everyday purchases and cashback/voucher offers
* Access to wages as you earn them to help cover life’s emergencies
* Online and face-to-face support for mental and physical wellbeing, including career coaching and counselling
* Access to eLearning and bespoke career pathways through our Learning Enterprise
* An open, just culture encouraging ideas to deliver our purpose, with ringfenced innovation funding
* Commitment to high clinical and quality standards, with many services rated good or outstanding by the Care Quality Commission
About The Company
We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are a leading provider of community health and care services, delivering and transforming services across England with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a diverse range of people. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company and support inclusive facilities and adjustments.
Safeguarding and protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults is of utmost importance; we operate safeguarding policies and safer recruitment processes, including disclosure and vetting checks. By applying, you agree to the processing of your information in line with our privacy policy.
We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier if a suitable candidate is found. If you are keen to join our team, please apply as soon as you can.
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