About this role
Job summary
Are you a registered nurse with experience supporting vulnerable children and young people and a strong understanding of their complex physical and emotional health needs?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a flexible, friendly and supportive team working with Children in Care and Care Leavers, helping to improve their health, wellbeing and outcomes.
We are looking for a registered nurse who has significant experience working with children and young people, particularly those who have experienced trauma, adversity or significant vulnerability. You will have a good understanding of the health needs of young people who may have experienced complex life circumstances, and be confident in building trusting relationships and advocating for their health and wellbeing.
Whilst a SCPHN qualification is welcomed, this is not essential, you just need to demonstrate relevant experience and skills that are required for this role.
The post holder will need to be resilient, compassionate and confident in managing a complex caseload, working collaboratively with children, young people, carers and a wide range of professionals. A trauma-attuned approach is essential, alongside the ability to recognise and respond to the often complex physical, emotional and wider health needs of Children in Care.
This is a fixed term post for 12 months, if you currently work within Dorset Healthcare, this would be offered as a secondment, please gain permission from your line manager when applying.
Main duties of the job
To have excellent communication skills with children between the ages of 5-18 to conduct statutory Children in Care Review Health Assessments which includes the developmental and emotional wellbeing of Children in Care in accordance with national and local guidance and policy. This may be in home, clinic or other setting.
To contribute to the implementation of healthcare plans following the identification of health need.
Take appropriate action when further support, advice or intervention is needed in relation to health needs, signposting and referring to other services where necessary.
As a Specialist Nurse we would expect some experience in leadership and management as there will be some supervisory responsibilities to other members of the team as part of this role.
To be able to take responsibility for a defined caseload and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the caseload is managed effectively and safely.
We welcome informal enquiries before you submit your application. Please contact:
Hayley Matthews, Team Lead - Dorset: 07500 993364Emily Garner, Team Lead - BCP: 07770 736050
About the role
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Base: Dorchester
Travel: Pan-Dorset and neighbouring counties will be required
Support: You will be supported by the Team Lead and Named Nurse for Children in Care, with regular supervision, training and opportunities for professional development.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Job description Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training Essential
Registered Nurse with at least 2 years experience of working with children and young people in care or with complex health and social needs. Excellent time management. Ability to organise self and others to achieve tasks Proficient with information technology, i.e. Patient administration systems and email Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care, for Children and young people. Demonstrating clinical excellence and high standards of practice to others Evidence of resilience and the ability to use a trauma informed approach
Desirable
Clinical Supervisor Training Evidence of effective leadership and service development
Job Specific Experience Essential
Experience of public health approaches in community setting Experience of Multi-disciplinary and multiagency working Experience of working with vulnerable families and looked after children Providing clinical supervision and Mentorship Experience of making judgements in complex situations Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
Previous experience at Band 6 level Experience of contributing towards policy and service development
Additional requirements Essential
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekend and evening when required Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Travel Essential
Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Forston Clinic
Herrison Rd ,Charlton Down
Dorchester
DT2 9TB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)