Health Visitor - Kent - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for health professionals is seeking a Health Visitor in Kent to support families and improve children’s health. This ongoing role offers a competitive hourly rate of £25.00 with the flexibility to choose between full-time or part-time hours. Responsibilities include delivering the Healthy Child Programme, providing guidance on infant development, and collaborating with health professionals. This position allows you to make a positive impact on the community, and promotes professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Professional Growth

Community Impact

Variety in Work

Qualifications

• Experience as a Health Visitor or similar role.
• Knowledge of child health and development.
• Ability to work with families from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Healthy Child Programme and antenatal contact.
• Provide evidence-based guidance on infant feeding and development.
• Identify health needs early and offer appropriate interventions.
• Manage a defined caseload while prioritizing based on risk.
• Collaborate with other health professionals to ensure seamless care.

Job description

Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Health Visitor within the Health Visitor team in Kent, where you will play a vital role in supporting families and improving children’s health and development. This ongoing role offers a competitive hourly rate of £25.00 and the flexibility to choose full-time or part-time hours, perfectly suited to your lifestyle and career goals.

Perks and Benefits

Flexible Hours: Choose between full-time or part-time work to create the work-life balance that’s right for you.

Professional Growth: Access training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities in a supportive community health environment.

Community Impact: Make a tangible difference by supporting families and contributing to better health outcomes for children.

Variety in Work: Enjoy a dynamic mix of independent and collaborative tasks that keep each day engaging.

What You Will Do

• Deliver the Healthy Child Programme, including antenatal contact, new birth visits, and key developmental reviews.
• Provide evidence-based guidance on infant feeding, weaning, sleep, speech and language development, and parenting.
• Identify health needs early, offer appropriate interventions, and refer to specialist services where necessary.
• Support families to access local community resources and encourage healthy lifestyle choices.
• Identify children at risk, contribute to safeguarding plans, and attend case conferences when required.
• Manage a defined caseload, prioritising based on risk and need.
• Work with vulnerable families to provide essential support and improve outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with GPs, midwives, and other health professionals to ensure seamless care.
• Maintain professional standards, engage in CPD, and uphold the NMC Code of Conduct.
• Mentor students and junior staff, helping to develop the next generation of public health nurses.

Why Kent?

Known as the Garden of England, Kent offers a perfect blend of picturesque countryside, beautiful coastlines, and rich historical landmarks. Whether you prefer lively towns or peaceful rural settings, Kent provides a welcoming and diverse community — making it an ideal place to work and live.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning recruitment agency with an Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to finding you the best roles with competitive rates that match your skills and experience.

Ready to make a difference for children and families in Kent? Apply today and take the next step in your health visiting career.