Health Visitor (SCPHN)

NHS; Ottery St Mary; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) - Health Visitor based in Ottery St Mary. The position involves working with various health professionals to improve outcomes for children and families. Candidates must have a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Degree and be committed to professional development. This role offers flexibility and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Perks at Work and Discounts Scheme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Registered Health Visitor with a valid driver's license and car.
• Ability to manage changing workload priorities.
• Experience working with community, voluntary, and statutory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Work within corporate teams to cover a defined area.
• Lead and manage workload priorities.
• Engage in multi-agency working and safeguarding.

Skills

Innovation

Motivation

Enthusiasm

Multi-agency working

Safeguarding children

Education

Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Degree - Health Visitor/School Nurse

Masters level qualification

Job description

Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) - Health Visitor - Clys, Cranbrook and Ottery St Mary 37.5 hours per week. Other positions are available across Devon; see Devon jobs website for more information.

We are looking for registered Health Visitors who are innovative, motivated, and enthusiastic, seeking to make a real difference improving outcomes for children and families in Devon!

Here in Devon, we strive to deliver an excellent service to the children, young people, and families living in our community. Health visiting in Devon affords amazing variation, allowing you the opportunity to make a difference to the lives of families and communities across both rural and urban locations.

Please note that an active driver's license and access to a car are required for this post. We do not sponsor Visas for this post; UK Right to Work is required.

Main duties of the job

You will work within corporate teams and be rostered to work in our duty hub covering a defined geographical area. You'll be supported by Team Leaders and various dedicated health professionals, including Health Visitors, School Nurses, and Community Health Workers.

You'll lead and manage changing and challenging workload priorities. Working in close partnership with community, voluntary, and statutory agencies; multi-agency working and safeguarding children will be an integral part of your role.

Benefits and development

We offer an Employee Assistance Program, Perks at Work and Discounts Scheme, and flexible working within service hours. Professional development is a high priority for us, and we provide a range of training opportunities and in-house expertise that will support your own professional development.

Job responsibilities and requirements

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification for detailed information on responsibilities and requirements. Successful candidates will receive a full induction, preceptorship where indicated, safeguarding, and clinical supervision.

Qualifications required include a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Degree - Health Visitor/School Nurse and a qualification at Masters level. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.