Job summary To undertake Initial Health Assessments (IHAs)for children in local authority care, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental health needs are identified and addressed. This role supports the delivery of statutory duties under the Children Act 1989 and aligns with national guidance for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Main duties of the job Conduct comprehensive health assessments for children and young people in local authority care within statutory timescales (usually within 20 working days of entry to care). Gather health and social information from multiple sources, including medical records, carers, and relevant agencies. Assess physical health, growth, and development (e.g., height, weight, immunizations). Evaluate emotional, mental, and behavioral health needs. Identify risk factors such as exposure to abuse, neglect, or substance misuse. Support with developing a detailed health care plan tailored to the childs needs, incorporating short- and long-term goals. Support with the provision of recommendations for medical follow-ups, therapy, or specialist referrals. Prepare for clinics and document all assessments, on the clinical system (SystmOne). About us Nimbuscare is a not-for-profit Organisation that aims to be a collaborative and agile provider that cares for its people and patients. Nimbuscare is based in York and is owned by all the practices in the city, however we deliver services over a wider footprint. We deliver Urgent Care Services in collaboration with the hospital and GP practices in York, Scarborough, Selby, Malton and Whitby. We also provide community based frailty care which focuses on treating people in the community where we can. We also aim to shift services into the community where possible, for example our Community Diagnostic Centre runs in partnership with the Acute Trust. We are committed to contributing towards a better NHS based on equity, fairness, innovation, collaboration and quality. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. Nimbuscare is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities it serves. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences. As a Disability Confident Committed employer disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this job are guaranteed an interview. Nimbuscare does not hold a license to sponsor visa applications. Date posted 02 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £21 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number B0260-25-0000 Job locations Nimbuscare Ltd 2 Oak Rise York YO24 4LJ Haxby Group 1 Belgrave Crescent Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1UB Job description Job responsibilities Salary £21 per hour Tenure Bank Hours Bank Location: York and Scarborough Job Summary: To undertake Initial Health Assessments (IHAs)for children in local authority care, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental health needs are identified and addressed. This role supports the delivery of statutory duties under the Children Act 1989 and aligns with national guidance for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive health assessments for children and young people in local authority care within statutory timescales (usually within 20 working days of entry to care). Gather health and social information from multiple sources, including medical records, carers, and relevant agencies. Assess physical health, growth, and development (e.g., height, weight, immunizations). Evaluate emotional, mental, and behavioral health needs. Identify risk factors such as exposure to abuse, neglect, or substance misuse. Support with developing a detailed health care plan tailored to the childs needs, incorporating short- and long-term goals. Support with the provision of recommendations for medical follow-ups, therapy, or specialist referrals. Prepare for clinics and document all assessments, on the clinical system (SystmOne). Learning and Development: o Participate in training and reflective practice to maintain knowledge of current best practices in child health and safeguarding. o Ensure up to date statutory and mandatory training. o Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989, 2004 and statutory guidance for Children and Young People in Care. o Participation in individual performance reviews, including maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. Team Working o Liaise with social workers, foster carers, birth families (where appropriate), and educational professionals to support the child's overall well-being. o Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working. o Accept delegation from senior staff, prioritise own workload and ensure effective time management strategies are embedded in own practice. o Work closely with Designated Professionals for Children and Young People in Care to ensure continuity of care. Confidentiality: o Maintain detailed, accurate and confidential records of assessments and care plans. o Information related to children, carers, other health care workers and colleagues. All information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. o Identify safeguarding concerns during assessments and act in line with local safeguarding policies. o Be aware of your responsibilities under the GDPR. Health & Safety o To follow policy and procedures, by promoting and maintaining own health and other's health, safety and security as defined in Nimbuscare's Health and Safety Policy including: o Using personal security systems within the workplace according to guidelines. o Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks. o Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills. o Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards. o Reporting potential risks identified. Equality and Diversity o Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice. o Acting in a way that recognises the importance of children's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Nimbuscare procedures and policies, and current legislation. o Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of children, carers and colleagues. o Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Quality o Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk. o Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision. o Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. o Work within own limitations and experience. o Be aware of and co-operate with audit. o Always portray a professional image. This list of duties is not exhaustive. Job description Job responsibilities Salary £21 per hour Tenure Bank Hours Bank Location: York and Scarborough Job Summary: To undertake Initial Health Assessments (IHAs)for children in local authority care, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental health needs are identified and addressed. This role supports the delivery of statutory duties under the Children Act 1989 and aligns with national guidance for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive health assessments for children and young people in local authority care within statutory timescales (usually within 20 working days of entry to care). Gather health and social information from multiple sources, including medical records, carers, and relevant agencies. Assess physical health, growth, and development (e.g., height, weight, immunizations). Evaluate emotional, mental, and behavioral health needs. Identify risk factors such as exposure to abuse, neglect, or substance misuse. Support with developing a detailed health care plan tailored to the childs needs, incorporating short- and long-term goals. Support with the provision of recommendations for medical follow-ups, therapy, or specialist referrals. Prepare for clinics and document all assessments, on the clinical system (SystmOne). Learning and Development: o Participate in training and reflective practice to maintain knowledge of current best practices in child health and safeguarding. o Ensure up to date statutory and mandatory training. o Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989, 2004 and statutory guidance for Children and Young People in Care. o Participation in individual performance reviews, including maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. Team Working o Liaise with social workers, foster carers, birth families (where appropriate), and educational professionals to support the child's overall well-being. o Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working. o Accept delegation from senior staff, prioritise own workload and ensure effective time management strategies are embedded in own practice. o Work closely with Designated Professionals for Children and Young People in Care to ensure continuity of care. Confidentiality: o Maintain detailed, accurate and confidential records of assessments and care plans. o Information related to children, carers, other health care workers and colleagues. All information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. o Identify safeguarding concerns during assessments and act in line with local safeguarding policies. o Be aware of your responsibilities under the GDPR. Health & Safety o To follow policy and procedures, by promoting and maintaining own health and other's health, safety and security as defined in Nimbuscare's Health and Safety Policy including: o Using personal security systems within the workplace according to guidelines. o Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks. o Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills. o Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards. o Reporting potential risks identified. Equality and Diversity o Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice. o Acting in a way that recognises the importance of children's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Nimbuscare procedures and policies, and current legislation. o Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of children, carers and colleagues. o Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Quality o Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk. o Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision. o Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. o Work within own limitations and experience. o Be aware of and co-operate with audit. o Always portray a professional image. This list of duties is not exhaustive. Person Specification Experience Essential Empathy and a child-centred approach to health care. Attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice. Qualifications Essential Experience working with children, including those with complex needs or vulnerabilities. Knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and health inequalities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable Qualified registered health professional (Nurse, or Health Visitor). Current registration with NMC, or equivalent regulatory body. Specific training or certification in Children and Young People in Care health. Experience in multidisciplinary working within child health or social care. Awareness of cultural and linguistic diversity affecting children in care. Other Essential Competence in IT systems ideally SystmOne, or willingness to learn. Person Specification Experience Essential Empathy and a child-centred approach to health care. Attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice. Qualifications Essential Experience working with children, including those with complex needs or vulnerabilities. Knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and health inequalities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable Qualified registered health professional (Nurse, or Health Visitor). Current registration with NMC, or equivalent regulatory body. Specific training or certification in Children and Young People in Care health. Experience in multidisciplinary working within child health or social care. Awareness of cultural and linguistic diversity affecting children in care. Other Essential Competence in IT systems ideally SystmOne, or willingness to learn. 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 NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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 NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Nimbuscare Ltd Address Nimbuscare Ltd 2 Oak Rise York YO24 4LJ Employer's website https://www.primarycareyork.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)