Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nurse)

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for registered School Nurses who are innovative, motivated, and enthusiastic, who want to make a real difference improving outcomes for children and families in Devon. You will work within corporate teams and be rostered to work in the Single Point of Access Hub covering a defined geographical area. You'll be supported by team leaders and various dedicated health professionals, including Health Visitors, School Nurses, Staff Nurses and Community Health Workers. We strive to deliver an excellent service to the children, young people, and families living in our Community.

Main duties of the job

You'll lead and manage changing and challenging work load priorities. Working in close partnership with community, voluntary and statutory agencies; multi-agency working and safeguarding children will be an integral part of your role.Please note that an active drivers license and access to a car are required for this post.

About us

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on ourEquality and Diversity webpages.
• For details on the use of AI in applications and Devon County Councils use of AI in Recruitment please see Use of AI in Our Recruitment Processes - Working for Devon | Devon County Council
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working-The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
• Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with theApplicant privacy notice.
• For more information about Working for Devon please visitour Working for Devon page.
• We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time.UK Right to Work is required.For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit:Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
• This role requires a DBS disclosure.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• lst Level NMC registration.
• Qualification-Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Degree- School Nursing.
• Strong evidence of continuous professional development.

Desirable

• Qualification at Masters level.

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Proficient in health needs assessment, evaluation and action planning.
• Evidence of partnership working.
• An awareness of and understanding of wider public health issues.

Desirable

• Up to date school nursing experience.
• Previous experience participating in research projects.

Driving Licence

Essential

• Ability to travel (holds a current UK driving licence).

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• lst Level NMC registration.
• Qualification-Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Degree- School Nursing.
• Strong evidence of continuous professional development.

Desirable

• Qualification at Masters level.

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Proficient in health needs assessment, evaluation and action planning.
• Evidence of partnership working.
• An awareness of and understanding of wider public health issues.

Desirable

• Up to date school nursing experience.
• Previous experience participating in research projects.

Driving Licence

Essential

• Ability to travel (holds a current UK driving licence).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Devon County Council
Address

Taw View

Barnstaple

EX31 1EE

United Kingdom

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