Job summary Are you looking for an opportunity to work with children, young people and their families in the community, as part of a new team delivering high quality care, to children aged from 0-19 yrs, in line with the Healthy Child Programme?
We have a vacancy in the City North (Oxford) Locality (Kidlington, Summertown, Headington and Surrounding Areas) where you will be able to develop your skills and knowledge to work alongside experienced practitioners in a variety of settings, including primary and secondary schools, health centres and the client's role will include working with school aged children, providing public health related care to support in areas such as safeguarding, emotional health, sexual health and physical health, alongside supporting schools to deliver personal, health and social education, and managing medical conditions in schools.
All levels of experience are welcome in the children and young people service.
Whether you are newly qualified or looking for a change in direction.
We are able to offer these part time, term time role's, with a complete training package and a preceptorship programme.
We have the following role available: 30 hours worked over 5 days Mon-Fri, Term Time Only Please do contact Joanna Hailey for further information and we welcome informal visits.
Main duties of the job Within the caseload, and as delegated by the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse the post holder will contribute to the safe and effective delivery of the 0-19 service.
You will be based within the locality at Northway centre in Headington with a move to offices in Jordan Hill (OX2 8EJ) in the spring of 2025.
You will work with the 0-19 teams in that locality and supporting locality wide work where needed for school aged children and young people.
The role involves working in partnership with children, young people, families, primary care, schools and statutory and voluntary services and other partner agencies to facilitate health-enhancing activities and improve health outcomes.
You'll also deliver services to children and families within schools and community settings.
About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possibleOur vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing.
These include: Excellent opportunities for career progressionAccess to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceNHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailersCompetitive pension schemeLease car schemeCycle to work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeMental Health First AidersStaff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Job description Job responsibilities The role includes undertaking Healthy Child Programme transitional assessments and planning, delivering and evaluating public health initiatives through school and community-based health promotion activities.
The role will require you to adhere to Safeguarding policies and actively engage under the supervision from a SCPHN in safeguarding processes and meetings.
You will work in partnership with other agencies and develop, participate and maintain interagency networks.
Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties Person Specification Qualifications Essential First Level Registered Nurse or Midwife Practice assessor/supervisor Desirable Teaching skills and/or qualification Qualified mentor Job Related Aptitude and Skills Essential Demonstrates an understanding of leadership skills Excellent communicator with a high level of interpersonal and organisational skills An effective and proactive team player Competent knowledge and skills in IT packages Microsoft word, excel Motivates and inspires confidence and enthusiasm in self and team Knoweldge & Experience Essential Demonstrates an understanding of evidence based practice Experience of delivering health promotion activities Desirable Community experience Experience of working with children and families