Community Children’s Nurse (Special Schools)

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Ongoing training

Welsh language support environment

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board in Wales is seeking a Band 5 nurse to work in a Special School setting, based at Heronsbridge, on a fixed term/secondment for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

The post involves nursing care for children and young people with additional and complex needs, training and supervising health care support workers, and potential rotation within the Community Children's Nursing Team; term time only, with comprehensive induction and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Band 5 vacancy to work in a Special School within CTM.
• Provide nursing care to children and young people with additional/complex needs.
• Fixed term/secondment for 12 months to cover maternity leave.
• Secondment requires approval from Line Manager.
• Rotation within the Community Children's Nursing Team may be available.
• Based at Heronsbridge Special School; term time only.
• Planning and delivery of training for school staff; supervision of HCAs.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills are essential.
• Welsh language desirable; Welsh/English speakers welcome.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver training packages within the school.
• Provide ongoing support and supervision for health care support workers and learning support assistants.
• Support MDT clinics held within the school environment.
• Collaborate with other agencies and maintain clear communication.

Skills

Autonomous working

Motivated

Reliable

Innovative

Team player

Job description

This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

Anyone wishing to apply for the post as a secondment must seek approval from their Line Manager before applying.

Do you have a passion for working with .children with additional and complex health needs and are looking to develop your knowledge and skills in this field. If so we currently have a band 5 vacancy to work in one of our Special Schools in Cwm Taf Morgannwg.

The post holder will provide nursing care to children and young people who have additional/complex needs within a Special School or observation unit within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board and will work within clearly defined occupational policies, codes of practice and professional guidelines.

We would consider rotation within the Community Childrens Nursing Team.

The postholder will work within clearly defined occupational policy, codes of practice and professional guidelines and will work as part of the Childrens Community Nursing Team. The post is based in Heronsbridge Special School and is term time only.

The post holder will be responsible for the planning and delivery of training packages within the school and provide ongoing support, training and supervision for a team of health care support workers and learning support assistants. They will also support the Health and MDT clinics held within the school environment.

We are looking for someone who is able to work autonomously is motivated, reliable, innovative but also enjoys working as part of a team.

Working collaboratively with other agencies is essential so excellent communication skills are required.

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training will be provided.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy-Our Health, Our Future-focuses On Uniting Our Region Around Shared Health And Wellbeing Goals. Our Values Guide Us Daily

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Andrew Davies Job title: Team Leader Special Schools Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 07825733553