Senior Named Nurse for Children in Care Countywide Leader

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization in the UK is seeking a Named Nurse for Children in Care to provide leadership and strategic direction within the Public Health Nursing Service. This senior role requires experience in safeguarding and child care, with responsibilities including supervising a team of nurses, ensuring high standards of health provision, and working closely with local authorities. The position offers flexible working hours and is an excellent opportunity for professional development in a supportive organization.

Benefits

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous NHS pension

Flexible working opportunities

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-registration experience with children in care.
• Expertise in children's health and development.
• Leadership experience at a senior level in a clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership across health provision for children in care.
• Lead and support Specialist Nurses in providing expert advice.
• Monitor performance, contribute to audits and service improvement.

Skills

Senior leadership skills

Professional advice in multi-disciplinary environment

Effective communication

Analytical skills for decision-making

Service development and audit

Education

RSCN/RN (Child)/RGN/Registered midwife

Relevant Masters Degree or equivalent knowledge

Job description

A regional health organization in the UK is seeking a Named Nurse for Children in Care to provide leadership and strategic direction within the Public Health Nursing Service. This senior role requires experience in safeguarding and child care, with responsibilities including supervising a team of nurses, ensuring high standards of health provision, and working closely with local authorities. The position offers flexible working hours and is an excellent opportunity for professional development in a supportive organization.