Public Health Staff Nurse 0 - 19

NHS; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Public Health Staff Nurse 0 - 19 in Dorchester. This part-time role involves delivering the Healthy Child Programme and working collaboratively with families and various health services. The position offers a supportive environment focused on professional development and community impact.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC membership required.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children is essential.
• Experience in using electronic patient records is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions for an allocated caseload.
• Provide advice regarding the management and care of patients.
• Demonstrate clinical effectiveness using evidence-based practice.

Skills

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English

Education

Registered Nurse

Membership of relevant professional body - NMC

Evidence of recent professional development

Tools

Experience of using electronic patient record

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Public Health Staff Nurses 0 - 19, to join our forward-thinking Dorchester Locality team. We have a part time vacancy of 22.50 hours per week, with the core team hours are 09:00 - 17:00 and no weekend working.

As a Public Health Staff Nurse 0 - 19, you will participate in the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme and will work in partnership with children, young people and families, the Local Authority Children's Services, Early Years Providers, Schools, voluntary and community sector agencies and other Health Care providers. You will be required to work closely with other members of the CYP Public Health Service 0 - 19, to provide services in response to identified needs, including safeguarding and supporting children and young people and their families, using evidence-based, early intervention strategies.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions and packages of care to people on an allocated caseload; promoting independence and autonomy; working within a multi-disciplinary team.

Provide advice to others regarding the management and care of patients/service users

Demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice and outcome measures.

Communicate effectively in verbal and written form in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information in difficult situations using de-escalation, mediation, resolution and professional Duty of Candour.

Support the management of change through innovative thinking, use of negotiating skills, self-awareness and communication.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details Date posted

22 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£17,982 to £21,889 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

152-M048.25

Job locations

Dorchester

Frederick Treves House

Dorchester

DT1 2FD

Job description Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [e-mail]

Job description Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [e-mail]

Person Specification knowledge, skills and training Essential

• registered nurse
• membership of relevant professional body - nmc
• evidence of recent professional development
• knowledge of safeguarding children

job specific experience Essential

• ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• recent previous experience within a comparable role

managerial / supervisory experience Desirable

• experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

IT / resources Essential

• experience of using electronic patient record

personal qualities Essential

• evidence of demonstrating trust's values and behaviours

business travel Essential

• ability to use own vehicle for trust business

additional requirements Essential

• demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a good standard

Person Specification knowledge, skills and training Essential

• registered nurse
• membership of relevant professional body - nmc
• evidence of recent professional development
• knowledge of safeguarding children

job specific experience Essential

• ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• recent previous experience within a comparable role

managerial / supervisory experience Desirable

• experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

IT / resources Essential

• experience of using electronic patient record

personal qualities Essential

• evidence of demonstrating trust's values and behaviours

business travel Essential

• ability to use own vehicle for trust business

additional requirements Essential

• demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a good standard

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorchester

Frederick Treves House

Dorchester

DT1 2FD

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorchester

Frederick Treves House

Dorchester

DT1 2FD

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)