Wembley, Greater London, England
Health, Nursing
Contract | Full Time
ASAP
19/09/2024
17/10/2024
Job Title: Band 6 Health Visitor
Location: Wembley
Salary: £35,392 - £42,618 per annum (Band 6)
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time, Locum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexible working options available)
About the Role:
Are you a dedicated and compassionate nurse looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Health Visitor to join our dynamic team in Wembley. As a Health Visitor, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, community-based health services, supporting families to ensure children have the best possible start in life.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver the Healthy Child Programme, providing expert advice, support, and interventions to families with children from birth to five years old.
* Conduct assessments of children's development, parental well-being, and family dynamics.
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including GPs, midwives, social workers, and schools.
* Provide health education and promotion, focusing on areas such as breastfeeding, immunisations, and mental health.
* Support families with safeguarding concerns, ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with NHS and professional standards.
What We're Looking For:
* A Registered Nurse (Child, Adult, or Mental Health) with a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) qualification in Health Visiting.
* Current NMC registration.
* Experience in community-based healthcare, ideally within a health visiting or similar role.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with families and professionals.
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Commitment to continuing professional development and keeping up-to-date with best practices in health visiting.
How to Apply:
If you're passionate about promoting the health and well-being of children and their families, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your CV.