Health Visitor - Children’s Services

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave

Development opportunities including B+

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a qualified Health Visitor to join the Children and Families Team at Pollok Health Centre on a part-time basis (Thursday and Friday).

You will act as the named Health Visitor for birth to school entry, assess and promote child health, and collaborate with families and multi-agency professionals to safeguard children and support early intervention. A live NMC pin and master's level qualification are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Midwife with a post-registration qualification in Health Visiting or Public Health Nursing
• Registered on Part 3 of the NMC Register
• Educated to Master's level or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of safeguarding, early intervention, child protection and public protection legislation
• Experience of managing a caseload and prioritising work effectively to meet competing demands
• Skilled in assessment, risk management and decision making within complex family situations
• Ability to work collaboratively across multi-agency settings while championing the needs, wellbeing and safety of children and families

Responsibilities

• Act as the named Health Visitor for children within your caseload from birth to school entry
• Assess, monitor and promote the health, wellbeing and development of children and families
• Develop, implement and review child plans in partnership with families and multi-agency professionals
• Deliver the Universal Health Visiting Pathway and undertake developmental and wellbeing assessments
• Identify risks and concerns relating to child wellbeing and take appropriate safeguarding or child protection action
• Provide expert health promotion, parenting support and public health advice to families
• Work collaboratively with health, social care, education and third-sector partners to achieve positive outcomes for children

Skills

Caseload management

Assessment & risk management

Collaborative working across multi-agy

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

NMC Part 3 registration

Health Visiting/Public Health Nursing qualification

Master's level education or equivalent

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and making a lasting difference within your local community? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is looking for a compassionate and motivated Health Visitor to join our Children and Families Team. In this rewarding role, you will work autonomously and collaboratively to support children from birth to school entry, promoting health, wellbeing and positive life outcomes. You will build trusted relationships with families, provide expert public health nursing advice and play a key role in safeguarding and early intervention. As part of NHSGGC, you will join a values-driven organisation committed to delivering high-quality care, supporting professional development and helping our communities thrive.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Part-time, Permanent
• You will be based at Pollok Health Centre
• Working Pattern: Thursday and Friday

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.

Key responsibilities:

• Act as the named Health Visitor for children within your caseload from birth to school entry
• Assess, monitor and promote the health, wellbeing and development of children and families
• Develop, implement and review child plans in partnership with families and multi-agency professionals
• Deliver the Universal Health Visiting Pathway and undertake developmental and wellbeing assessments
• Identify risks and concerns relating to child wellbeing and take appropriate safeguarding or child protection action
• Provide expert health promotion, parenting support and public health advice to families
• Work collaboratively with health, social care, education and third-sector partners to achieve positive outcomes for children

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Registered Nurse or Midwife with a post-registration qualification in Health Visiting or Public Health Nursing
• Registered on Part 3 of the NMC Register
• Educated to Master's level or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of safeguarding, early intervention, child protection and public protection legislation
• Experience of managing a caseload and prioritising work effectively to meet competing demands
• Skilled in assessment, risk management and decision making within complex family situations
• Ability to work collaboratively across multi-agency settings while championing the needs, wellbeing and safety of children and families

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Karen Ross, Team Lead on 07817157904 or [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as \"various\", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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