About this role
Job summary
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust has an exciting vacancy for a part time nurse to join the West Berkshire health visiting team.
We are looking for a highly organised, motivated staff nurse to join the team to support the health visiting service in West Berkshire. The team are responsible for providing a service to children and their families aged 0-5 that live within the West Berkshire boundary.
The ideal candidate will have good organisational, IT and communication skills with a passion for the health and well-being of children aged 0-5 years and their families.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work as part of a supportive and friendly team where they will be supported to develop in their role.
You must be a driver and have use of a car.
Please note: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current UK immigration rules. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
Main duties of the job
Work with the HV team to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), with a focus on 6-8 week postnatal contacts. Provide support to families in a range of community settings under the direction of the Health Visitor, considering the diverse needs of the community. Plan and deliver health-enhancing activities for children and families through groups, child health clinics, developmental review clinics and individual support. Support families using the Solihull approach model in behaviour management, parenting skills and programmes of care for vulnerable families. Support breastfeeding and parent infant relationships in line with the Unicef UK Baby Friendly Initiative standards. Support the text-based Chat Health service, offering health advice to parents. Maintain knowledge of local safeguarding policies and procedures. Work in partnership with Children's Centres, Early Years settings and other agencies to provide integrated support and promote the health and wellbeing of children and families. Fulfil professional responsibilities within the team under the direction of the Health Visitor. Act as a practice supervisor for pre-registration nursing students, new staff and placement students, providing a supportive learning environment. Participate in clinical, management and child protection supervision. Provide evidence-based care, support the development of others' practice, contribute to teaching and training, and work within the staff nurse competency framework
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites
Job description Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
1. NMC registration
2. Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
3. Good communication skills
4. Flexible and positive approach
5. Be a car driver, have use of a car and be prepared to travel to various sites
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.
In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We invite any potential candidates to make contact with us if they have any additional questions Please dont hesitate to call: Samantha Fellows on 07890616737 or email [email protected] wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training Essential
Registered Nurse or Midwife NMC Registration
Continuous Professional Development Essential
Evidence of continuing professional development Ability to understand and demonstrate the importance of record keeping and information governance
Previous Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience of excellent communication skills which promote two-way communication and help to establish collaborative team working and patient centred care. Uphold the Trust's values of being caring, committed and working as team through demonstrable examples and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential
Demonstrable experience of current public health issues and health promotion. Proficient use of digital tools and applications including Word, Outlook and patient management systems.
Additional Requirements Essential
Ability to travel betweenmultipleTrust sitesand non-Trust locations,including patient homes, some of which maynot be easily accessiblevia public transport.
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 Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address Health Visiting Newbury - North Thatcham Childrens Centre, Park Lane, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 3PG
Park Lane
Thatcham
Berkshire
RG18 3PG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)