Specialist Children’s Services Nurse – Home / ASL School (Disability Pathway)

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave + holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a Specialist Children's Services Nurse to join the Disability Pathway team, providing care to children and young people aged 0-19 across home and school settings. The Band 6 role offers autonomous working with families, carers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

Applicants must hold an NMC pin, have a degree or equivalent, and be a car driver with access to a vehicle for travel to community settings.

Qualifications

• NMC registration (First level) is required.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of post-registration study or qualifications in paediatric nursing.
• Significant experience with children, young people and families in community/paediatric/disability settings.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills; ability to influence change.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care programmes for children with disabilities.
• Manage a caseload and ensure safe, evidence-based care delivery.
• Provide specialist education and training to families, carers and staff.
• Support clinical leadership, supervision and induction of junior staff and learners.
• Coordinate services with health, education and third sector partners to improve outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Car driver

Experience with children and families

Education

NMC registration (First level)

Degree level qualification

Post-registration paediatric study/qualifications

Experience with paediatric or disability services

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.

Car driver with a current valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work-related travel as the role involves regular community-based working across a range of settings

Are you a compassionate and experienced nurse looking to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a Specialist Children's Services Nurse to join our Disability Pathway team, supporting children and young people aged 0-19 years within home and Additional Support for Learning school settings. This rewarding Band 6 role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while collaborating with families, carers, education colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. As one of the UK's largest NHS organisations, NHSGGC offers excellent opportunities for professional development, leadership experience and ongoing learning within a supportive environment. You will play a vital role in improving health outcomes, promoting independence and helping children and families receive care closer to home.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Please see below for more details:

Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Part-time, Permanent
• You will be based at Acorn Centre, Vale of Leven Hospital, Main Street, Alexandria, G83 0UA
• Working Pattern: 9am-5pm, 4 days per week
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.

Key responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care for children and young people with disabilities and complex health needs
• Manage and prioritise an allocated caseload, ensuring safe, effective and evidence-based care delivery
• Provide specialist advice, education and training to families, carers, nursing staff and partner agencies
• Support clinical leadership activities including supervision, mentoring, induction and development of junior staff and learners
• Work in partnership with health, education, social care and third sector organisations to coordinate services and support positive outcomes
• Maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to audit activity and support service improvement initiatives
• Respond to complex clinical situations and support children and families to achieve optimum health, wellbeing and independence within their communities

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

• First level registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience
• Evidence of post registration study, training or qualifications within paediatric nursing or a related speciality
• Significant experience working with children, young people and families within community, paediatric or disability services
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills with the ability to influence change and support team development
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and guidance relating to children's services, safeguarding and professional practice
• Car driver with a current valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work-related travel as the role involves regular community-based working across a range of settings

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

For an informal discussion, please contact: Clare Lewis, Nurse Team Lead, on 01389 817429 or [e-mail]

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

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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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.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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