Specialist Nurse Children in Care

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join an established Children in Care Nursing team has arisen for a permanent 30-hour post. Although the service operates Monday to Friday, covering core hours of 9-5, there is a requirement to show flexibility to meet service needs and the needs of children and young people.

We are looking for a committed and creative individual to be part of the team taking the next steps in improving health outcomes for our Children in Care.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated practitioner with initiative and up-to-date knowledge of the Children in Care health agenda. You will work as part of a team delivering statutory health assessments and health interventions for a defined caseload. A broad understanding of children and young people's health issues is essential. The ideal candidate should demonstrate flexibility and creative thinking in service delivery.

Knowledge of recent documents and strategies driving the development of services for Children in Care, as well as understanding safeguarding principles, is essential.

About us

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital and community services to the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. We value our staff, believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a strong track record in staff engagement and living our values.

• People at the Heart
• Listen and Involve
• Kind and Respectful
• ONE Team

We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from all sections of society.

Additional information

Date posted: 01 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year, pro-rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 302-25-7169141CPR

Job locations: Claire House, Phoenix Way, Lower Ince, Wigan, WN3 4NW

Job description

Job responsibilities

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills are required, with a commitment to team working and the ability to work independently. You will collaborate with GPs, community paediatricians, children and young people, families, partner agencies, and Commissioners to deliver quality services.

An Enhanced DBS check against the Children's and Adults' Barred Lists will be conducted during pre-employment. Applicants will be expected to see children and families face-to-face within community settings.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• First Level RN (RSCN/ SCPHN-SN/SCPHN-HV)
• Degree in a health-related subject or equivalent significant experience

Desirable qualifications include mentorship, health visitor or school nurse registration, and community prescribing qualification.

Experience (Essential):

• Community healthcare experience
• Experience working with Children and Young People
• Autonomous working capability
• Caseload management experience
• Understanding of Children in Care needs

Desirable experience: experience with Children in Care and statutory processes.

Skills and Knowledge (Essential):

• Strong written communication, record keeping, report writing, data collection
• Care needs assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Knowledge of statutory guidance and policies for Children in Care
• Understanding of change management, Adverse Childhood Experiences, and safeguarding issues

Desirable skills: immuniser, sexual health qualification, knowledge of SEND, neurodevelopmental issues, substance misuse/emotional health issues.

Additional essential skills: proficient English communication, ability to travel independently, make multiple site visits, and self-motivation.

Other requirements

This role is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A UK professional registration is required, with further details available on the NHS Careers website.