Overview
This is a fixed term/secondment vacancy for 16 months until 31/03/2027 due to funding. If you are applying as a Hywel Dda University Health Board employee, agreement for the secondment is needed from your current manager prior to application. The post is for an Assistant Practitioner within the Flying Start Health Visiting team in Carmarthenshire.
The successful applicant will work as part of a skill mix team with families in their homes or community settings, delegated by the Health Visitor, to improve the wellbeing and health of children and families. They will deliver evidence based strategies and key messages from the Healthy Child Wales Programme to support outcomes for children and families.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Interviews to be held on 28/10/2025.
The Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. It employs over 13,000 staff and provides primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. It works in partnership with local authorities and other sectors.
Responsibilities
* Undertake home visits to children/families and implement a planned programme of care, reporting progress/changes to the delegating Registered Practitioner.
* Prepare information packs, make appointments, and participate in child health clinics under supervision.
* Give appropriate advice to families regarding childcare (e.g., nutrition, sleep problems, behaviour).
* Follow up parents/children who default on appointments.
* Reinforce key public health messages to children and parents/carers provided by the relevant practitioner.
* Give advice on safety in the home and local community.
* Facilitate a range of group work.
* Introduce families to local support available (e.g., Family Centres, Playgroups, Mother & Toddler Groups) and support their involvement.
* Undertake clerical duties to support the team.
* Report and record any concerns/complaints or issues to the Registered Practitioner.
* Answer the telephone and ensure information is directed to the relevant staff.
Qualifications and Requirements
* The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable; the role welcomes English and Welsh speakers. If Welsh language requirements are not met, learning options and staff support are available during employment.
* Additional preferred details or attachment notes such as full Job Description and Person Specification are available in supporting documents.
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals
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