Overview
We have an exciting opportunity in the Cumberland 0 - 19 Service working within our 0 - 19 Team for a Child Development Practitioner. The successful applicant will be based in Whitehaven working within our teams to deliver care across the localities. The Child Development Practitioner is a member of the 0-19 Public Health Nursing Service, working within the policies and procedures relating to the 0 – 19 service. The post holder will work closely with the SCPHN within a skill mixed team to support the delivery of the 0-19 Service Specification and Healthy Child Programme (HCP). The aim of the service is to provide universal access to children, young people and families to the Healthy Child Programme and facilitate early identification of additional and/or complex needs. The post holder will contribute to the Public Health Agenda, to support the promotion of health and reduction in health inequalities. They will work in partnership with key partners and agencies to meet local and national agendas. Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) serves the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire and beyond; the Trust values Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality and offers opportunities in the NHS.
Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of the 0-19 Service Specification and Healthy Child Programme (HCP).
* Work within the 0-19 Public Health Nursing Service and in partnership with the SCPHN in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Contribute to universal access to the Healthy Child Programme for children, young people and families.
* Identify and support early identification of additional and/or complex needs.
* Promote health and reduce health inequalities in collaboration with key partners and agencies.
Qualifications
No specific qualifications are listed in the excerpt provided.
Benefits / We Offer Colleagues
* A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
* Staff Recognition through Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, annual Colleague Recognition Awards, and regular appraisals.
* Employee Support and wellbeing including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service, and fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Important Considerations
* Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications.
* Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles; ensure the role meets the visa criteria before applying.
* The Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
How to contact
For further details or informal visits contact: Name: Anna Jacobs | Job title: Service Manager | Email: anna.jacobs1@nhs.net | Telephone: 07468 624 115
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