212731 - Health Visitor

TN United Kingdom; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established healthcare organization dedicated to serving diverse communities in North and South Lanarkshire. As a Health Visitor, you will play a crucial role in supporting children's wellbeing from antenatal stages through to school entry. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with families and various agencies to ensure a comprehensive plan for each child's needs. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to maintaining high clinical standards, this role is perfect for passionate individuals seeking to make a difference in public health. Enjoy a permanent, full-time position with a supportive work environment and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Public Holidays

NHS Pension

Sick Leave

Occupational Health

Counseling Services

Work-Life Balance Policies

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or midwife at degree level with post-registration qualification in Health Visiting.
• Knowledge of legislation related to information sharing and public protection.

Responsibilities

• Be the designated named HV for children from antenatal to school entry age.
• Collaborate with families and agencies to develop and monitor a child's plan.

Skills

Caseload Management

Partnership Working

Risk Management

Decision Making

Assessment Tools

Education

Registered Nurse or Midwife

Masters Level Education in Nursing

Job description

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Role Overview

The main role for the Health Visitor (HV) is to be the designated named HV for all children within their caseload from antenatal to school entry age, excluding the unborn child. The HV will initiate the child's planning process, monitor their wellbeing, and assess needs. They will collaborate with families and agencies to develop and monitor a child's plan.

The postholder is responsible for maintaining clinical, staff, and information governance standards.

About NHS Lanarkshire

Interested in working with NHS Lanarkshire? Join Team Lanarkshire and be part of a patient-centered healthcare organization serving a population of 655,000 across diverse communities in North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire includes hospital services, primary healthcare, and social care partnerships.

Candidate Requirements

Registration

Registered nurse or midwife at degree level or equivalent, with a post-registration qualification in Health Visiting/Public Health Nursing, registered on Part 3 of the NMC register.

Qualifications & Knowledge

Masters level education in a relevant nursing field or equivalent knowledge through NES modules on Assessment, Leadership, and Critical Thinking. Knowledge of legislation related to information sharing, data storage, and public protection, as well as health and social care pathways for safeguarding and early intervention.

Skills & Qualities

Experience in caseload management, partnership working with families, using assessment tools, risk management, and decision-making. Ability to develop policies and commit to professional development. A full UK/EU/EEA driving license is required.

Contract Details

Permanent, full-time, 37 hours/week.

Location & Working Pattern

Based in Hamilton Locality, working Mon - Fri, 9:00-17:00. Applicants may be considered for similar roles in other locations.

Additional Information

For more details, refer to the Job Description and recruitment webpage. For queries, contact David Murray at [email].

Benefits & Support

Includes annual leave, public holidays, NHS Pension, sick leave, occupational health, counseling, and work-life balance policies. NHS Lanarkshire offers support services for personal and work-related issues.

Application Process

Applications close at midnight on the specified date. Early submission is advised. For help, visit https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/. Regularly check email and your Jobtrain account for updates. Once submitted, applications cannot be amended.

Equal Opportunities & Additional Notes

NHS Lanarkshire values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. Applicants should provide genuine responses, and the use of AI or third-party assistance for application answers is discouraged. The organization complies with UK work eligibility requirements, and some posts are not eligible for sponsorship.