Health Visitor
You’ll be part of a multi‑disciplinary team delivering the Healthy Child Programme, working closely with families to create tailored support plans and collaborating with partners such as paediatricians, speech and language therapists, and dietitians to achieve the best outcomes for children. Our Healthy Family Teams are built on collaboration – with the community, for the community.
Working in Surrey means being part of a close‑knit team with access to fantastic resources and strong professional networks. Together, we’re striving to improve health outcomes for every child and family we serve.
Main Responsibilities
* Public health lead for the health visiting skill mixed team within the defined population/locality area.
* Deliver the Universal Partnership Plus reach of the Healthy Child Programme, assessing health needs and implementing appropriate interventions for a personalised or targeted response using the skills of and delegating to the skill mix team in an outcome‑focused context.
* Take responsibility for the outcomes of children on a child protection plan within the defined population and collaborate with key partners to address identified public health needs.
* Develop and foster effective professional relationships and networks with families and other key partners.
* Provide families and children on a child protection plan with a service that promotes their physical, mental, emotional health and wellbeing, including partnership working with other agencies.
* Promote health and wellbeing through the universal reach of the Healthy Child Programme and signposting; refer/introduce to partner agencies as required.
* Contribute to multi‑agency assessment of children and families and take on lead professional role where appropriate.
* Co‑manage a caseload within a team of other health visitors acting autonomously and taking responsibility for the outcomes of those allocated for assessment, intervention and management.
* Understand the concept of clinical governance and safeguarding; use this knowledge and skills to identify, assess and safeguard vulnerable children and families.
Ideal Candidate – Essential
* Specialist Community Public Health Nursing qualification (SCPHN).
* Current NMC registration on third part of the register.
* Experience in leading and working in health visiting teams.
* Experience in leading interventions to improve outcomes and safeguard children and families.
* Qualification in practice supervising/assessing for nurse learners.
* Working knowledge of the tools and programmes used in health visiting to improve outcomes for children.
* Ability to work with electronic health records and with IT systems.
Ideal Candidate – Desirable
* Qualification in leadership and innovative practice.
* Experience in line management and developing teams.
* Experience of presenting policy and outcomes to commissioners and partners.
* Experience of goal setting and managing interventions to meet outcomes.
Other Requirements
* Full UK driving licence and access to a car insured for business use.
Benefits
* Flexible shift booking – self‑book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance.
* Wagestream access – track access earned wages anytime.
* Professional growth – gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network.
* 24/7 well‑being support – free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance, and career coaching.
* Innovative culture – share ideas, apply for national funding, and contribute to service improvements.
* Recognition & engagement – nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
* Commitment to excellence – be part of a team with “Good” or “Outstanding” CQC‑rated services.
Job Introduction
As a Bank Health Visitor we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated. If you’re searching for a role that offers variety, growth and support, this Band 6 position is for you.
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