Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced SCPHN School Nurse to join the Swansea Bay School Nursing & Looked After Children service as a Practice Development Nurse.
The post is for 30 hours per week and will be based at Gorseinon Hospital, although the base can be discussed further for the successful applicant.
Main duties of the job
The role of the practice development nurse within the School Nursing & Looked After Children service will be to recognise, develop, implement and work alongside the Lead Nurse and Operational Team Managers to facilitate diverse training in line with the relevant local and national policies, agendas and frameworks to meet the needs of the children and young people across Swansea Bay University Health Board.
Leading by:
1. Promoting high standards of care
2. Having expert knowledge and skills
3. Empowering and supporting staff in their development
4. Fostering a culture of learning to deliver exceptional care standards.
Establish links with Local and National Forums and Groups. Work alongside education leads to access funding opportunities for the workforce and support facilitation of placements for Pre-Registration students and Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (School Nurse) students.
Participate in audits and research to identify areas for quality improvement, developing learning packages to facilitate improvements, acting as a change agent to ensure the best care is delivered.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK, we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Date posted: 14 April 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £46,840 to £53,602 a year Per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 130-NMR068-0425
Job responsibilities
Full details on the main responsibilities of this role can be found in the attached job description and personal specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Registered Nurse on part one of the NMC register, with relevant experience at level 6.
* Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (School Nurse) qualification.
* MSc / level 7 equivalent short courses / or equivalent clinical experience.
* Practice Assessor/ Supervisor course.
Desirable
* Post registration Leadership and Management qualification.
Experience Essential
* Significant post registration experience as a SCPHN (School Nurse).
* Evidence of leading teams.
Desirable
* Involvement in service development and quality initiatives.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name: Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address: Gorseinon Hospital, Brynawel Road, Swansea, SA4 4UU
Employer's website: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/
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