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Health Visitor - Newport Borough

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Newport

AI generated summary

  • You need flexibility, leadership skills, ability to motivate, work autonomously, IT competency, experience in safeguarding, HCWP understanding, and must speak Welsh. SCPHN qualification preferred.
  • You will deliver universal, enhanced, and intensive Health Visiting services, support projects and policies, and collaborate with teams to ensure safe services for diverse preschool children and families.

Requirements

  • Flexible approach to unpredictable workload demands/patterns
  • Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
  • Confident and have the ability to motivate others
  • Team player and change agent
  • Ability to travel between sites and visits in a timely manner
  • Ability to speak Welsh
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Leadership skills
  • Competent in IT skills, completing data and writing emails
  • Proven skills in motivating and influencing others
  • Change management skills
  • MECC
  • Delivery of HCWP
  • Working with multi disciplinary team
  • Experience of working with Safeguarding and Vulnerable families
  • Understanding of HCWP
  • SCPHN Qualification
  • Working towards SCPHN Qualification

Responsibilities

  • Health Visitors contributes to the development of new projects and policies within the health visiting service and is involved in the research, implementation and evaluation of evidence based practice.
  • The post holder will be responsible for providing universal, enhanced, and intensive Health Visiting services to children and families from all cultural diversities on their case load.
  • Health Visitors work as a team across locally defined areas and support the service across Gwent, to provide a safe service for all preschool children and their families.

FAQs

Is the ability to speak Welsh a requirement for this position?

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

What qualifications are required for the Health Visitor position?

The essential qualification required is the SCPHN (Specialist Community Public Health Nursing) Qualification.

What is the application process like?

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the vacancy may close at any time. Successful candidates will receive a conditional offer via email.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Essential experience includes delivery of Health Child and Wellbeing Programmes, working with a multidisciplinary team, and experience of working with safeguarding and vulnerable families.

Are there any benefits offered to employees?

Yes, there is a fantastic benefits package, extensive training and development opportunities, flexible working, and support for occupational health and wellbeing.

How does the Health Board support career development?

The Health Board provides opportunities for professional career pathways, including management development programmes and recognized qualifications.

What are the main duties of a Health Visitor in this role?

Key duties include delivering Early Years Health Visiting programmes, providing universal, enhanced, and intensive services to families, contributing to new projects and policies, and supporting services across Gwent.

Can I apply if I am a student nearing qualification?

Yes, applications from students due to qualify are welcomed.

Will I be contacted if I'm shortlisted for the position?

Yes, if you are shortlisted, you will be contacted via the email account used for your application, so it is important to check your email regularly.

Is flexible working supported within the Health Board?

Yes, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working to promote a healthy work-life balance.

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was established on the 1st October 2009 and covers the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen and South Powys. The Health Board employs over 14,000 staff, two thirds of whom are involved in direct patient care. There are more than 250 consultants in a total of over 1000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied professionals and community workers