• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0528?language=en&page=20&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery Nurses to work within our dynamic East Dorset 0-19 Public Health Team, as Public Health Nursery Nurses, working with children, families, and children 0-11 years.

  You will work within the Children Young Person Public Health (CYP PH) Service to support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme and targeted interventions to children 0 to 11 and their families, as delegated by and under the supervision of the SCPHN/TC/ 0-19 CYP PH clinical Lead, whilst working closely with all members of the 0-19 PH team.

  Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

  Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

  Main duties of the job

  To support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme for children 0 to 11 and their families as delegated by and under the supervision of the SCPHN/TC, whilst working closely with all members of the 0-19 PH team.

  To support the CYP PH team in promoting the health of the school age population and their families, by covering the ParentLine 5 - 19 texting service with colleagues for parents/carers of school age children for advice, support and signposting as well as with parents/carers following Requests for Support (School Nursing Referrals), in designated schools as delegated by and under the supervision of the SCPHN/TC.

  To offer advice to parents and carers on the development, health and behaviour of their child discussing any concerns with the SCPHN/ TC and to refer to other services as directed and appropriate in line with policy.

  About us

  At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

  We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

  Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

  Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.

  Details

  Date posted

  03 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 4

  Salary

  £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  152-M108.25

  Job locations

  East Dorset Health Visiting Team

  The Centre

  Ferndown

  BH22 8XH

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  Knowledge Skills and Training

  Essential

  • BTEC level 3 Diploma in Early Years Or CACHE Diploma in Child care and Education, Level 3 (2 year course) Or NVQ/SNVQ level 3 in Early Years and Education Or NNEB Diploma
  • Evidence of continuing professional development

  Job Specific Experience

  Essential

  • Recent experience in a comparable role
  • Recent experience of working with other agencies including the Voluntary and Community Sector
  • Team player willing to promote the team Ethos

  INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

  Desirable

  • Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

  PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

  Essential

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to organise own time and prioritise own workload

  BUSINESS TRAVEL

  Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the equality act, able to travel using own vehicle on trust business.

  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge Skills and Training

  Essential

  • BTEC level 3 Diploma in Early Years Or CACHE Diploma in Child care and Education, Level 3 (2 year course) Or NVQ/SNVQ level 3 in Early Years and Education Or NNEB Diploma
  • Evidence of continuing professional development

  Job Specific Experience

  Essential

  • Recent experience in a comparable role
  • Recent experience of working with other agencies including the Voluntary and Community Sector
  • Team player willing to promote the team Ethos

  INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

  Desirable

  • Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

  PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

  Essential

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to organise own time and prioritise own workload

  BUSINESS TRAVEL

  Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the equality act, able to travel using own vehicle on trust business.

  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

  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.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  East Dorset Health Visiting Team

  The Centre

  Ferndown

  BH22 8XH

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  East Dorset Health Visiting Team

  The Centre

  Ferndown

  BH22 8XH

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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