Job summary Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse or Midwife looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Join our Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service as a Family Wellbeing Nurse within HCRG Care Group. In this vital role, you will work as part of a dynamic Healthy Family Team to provide preventative and supportive health care services. With a strong public health focus, you will collaborate under the guidance of a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) to deliver the Healthy Child Programme across various settings, including homes, Family Hubs, and community venues. As a Family Wellbeing Nurse, you will play a crucial role in identifying and supporting vulnerable children, including those at risk of welfare and safety concerns. Your work will be pivotal in promoting health and wellbeing within our communities, ensuring that every child and family has access to the care and support they need to thrive. If you are passionate about public health and are eager to join a team that values collaboration, care, and community impact, we would love to hear from you Main duties of the job Partnering with children, families, and caregivers to identify health needs and coordinate appropriate interventions through the Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service or other agencies. Updating Family Health Needs Assessments during routine contacts and consulting SCPHNs for significant changes. Conducting child health reviews at key ages and making referrals collaboratively with families. Triage and follow-up for children visiting A&E or minor injury units, offering health advice and liaising with SCPHNs or safeguarding teams as needed. Working with families requiring early help or reaching Child in Need thresholds, reporting to SCPHNs and safeguarding leads as appropriate. Supporting SCPHNs in child protection work, including health assessments and contributions to protection plans. Conducting health assessments and contributing to care plans for Looked After Children under SCPHN guidance. Facilitating groups and training for parents on common illnesses and chronic conditions. Leading 08 community health drop-ins and supporting targeted interventions through group or one-on-one sessions. About us About the Company We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone. While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can. To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2 Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £28,407 to £34,581 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number HCRGCG/TP/24475/13751 Job locations HCRG Care Group Basildon Essex SS13 1QX Job description Job responsibilities You will feel valued as a Family Wellbeing Nurse with HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and terms and conditions including an NHS pension Access to our Strive for Better networks, a national support and professional network made up of NHS professionals like you, giving you the chance to constantly develop industry-leading care and quality Access to Reward Gateway-our staff benefits scheme which grants you access to premium offers and discounts on practical spending at national supermarkets and well known retailers as well as special treats like Virgin Experience Days and Leisure Vouchers Access to our free well-being service available 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters We are pleased to offer access to Wagestream - which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them. No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go. A committed Learning and Development team who work closely with Universities and Health Education England to further your potential and support your progression Access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills, bespoke career pathways and opportunities continuing your professional development Innovative forward-thinking culture with the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work. You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users Rewarding and supportive teams, you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual Ask our Executives event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives Working in an environment focused on the highest clinical and quality standards with a number of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission. The Ideal Candidate Essential Registered Nurse or Midwife Experience in working with children and families. Knowledge of national and local policy in Childrens Service and Public Health. Understanding of child and adolescent development. Able to demonstrate a commitment and ability to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people with the skills to build sustainable professional boundaries and appropriate relationships with young people Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues in plain language at all levels both within and outside the organisation. Ability to work alone and part of a multi-disciplinary team. Willingness to work across all areas of South Essex to meet the needs of the service. Desirable Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment Detailed knowledge and understanding of behaviour change theory and methods Mentorship qualification An interest in undertaking the Specialist Community Public Health You will have a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car for work use. Job description Job responsibilities You will feel valued as a Family Wellbeing Nurse with HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and terms and conditions including an NHS pension Access to our Strive for Better networks, a national support and professional network made up of NHS professionals like you, giving you the chance to constantly develop industry-leading care and quality Access to Reward Gateway-our staff benefits scheme which grants you access to premium offers and discounts on practical spending at national supermarkets and well known retailers as well as special treats like Virgin Experience Days and Leisure Vouchers Access to our free well-being service available 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters We are pleased to offer access to Wagestream - which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them. No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go. A committed Learning and Development team who work closely with Universities and Health Education England to further your potential and support your progression Access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills, bespoke career pathways and opportunities continuing your professional development Innovative forward-thinking culture with the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work. You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users Rewarding and supportive teams, you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual Ask our Executives event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives Working in an environment focused on the highest clinical and quality standards with a number of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission. The Ideal Candidate Essential Registered Nurse or Midwife Experience in working with children and families. Knowledge of national and local policy in Childrens Service and Public Health. Understanding of child and adolescent development. Able to demonstrate a commitment and ability to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people with the skills to build sustainable professional boundaries and appropriate relationships with young people Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues in plain language at all levels both within and outside the organisation. Ability to work alone and part of a multi-disciplinary team. Willingness to work across all areas of South Essex to meet the needs of the service. Desirable Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment Detailed knowledge and understanding of behaviour change theory and methods Mentorship qualification An interest in undertaking the Specialist Community Public Health You will have a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car for work use. 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