Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic and responsible Health Visitor SCPHN to work within our new 0 - 19 Growing well, Growing Healthy Service in Stockton. We are a skill mixed team with three teams aligned to geographical areas across Stockton. We are passionate about staffing to enhance the service we deliver. We have designated teams for infant feeding, healthy weight and SEND These roles help us to collectively improve the health outcomes for children and young people living in Stockton We work in partnership with Midwives,, Early Help, Children's Services, Public Health and Acute Services. We are a friendly, professional and supportive team. We keep in touch with regular team huddles over MS Teams, we have work buddies and there is always someone to call on if you need support. Main duties of the job New team members are supported through induction, training, shadowing and a preceptorship package tailored to your individual needs. 4-6 weekly supervision with Line Manager and Safeguarding Team Monthly Preceptorship/ Peer Supervision Appraisal in the first 3 months of the role and then annual Your professional development and opportunities for learning will be explored through supervision with your line manager. About us At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development. An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference and Team of the Month and Christmas Oscars awards. Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees. Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion. What do Staff already working in Stockton say about the team "A warm welcoming team, that work together and support one another that allows some flexibility in times of need" "A supportive team with shared goals that values individuals strengths, open communication, respect and teamwork" "Friendly, non-judgemental, a team that genuinely cares and looks out for each other " Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 421-CYPD-1955R Job locations Thornaby family hub Tedder avenue Thornaby, Stockton on Tees TS17 9JP Job description Job responsibilities To deliver the commissioned service. Utilise specialist skills and knowledge to assess the needs of clients and their families and Communities. Develop, deliver and review packages of care that ensure appropriate treatment and referral to maximise potential health outcomes. Work as an autonomous practitioner, assuming professional and legal accountability for all aspects of own work in line with the Trusts objectives and national and local guidance. Act as client advocate, especially where outcomes may be influenced by conflicting agendas, or barriers to understanding exist. Utilising caseload profiling, identify the health needs of a designated area and promote programmes for the client population to alleviate the problems caused by physical, social and emotional ill health. Liaise closely with other health professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies, in order to ensure a cohesive plan of care for individuals, families and communities is delivered. To apply contemporary, theoretical knowledge regarding child protection and children in need to health visiting practice. To ensure Local Safeguarding Childrens Board policies and procedures are followed. Plan own workload to meet the changing demands of the client caseload. Provide day to day management and supervision to support staff in delivering an agreed programme of care. Ensure complete accurate and contemporaneous records in accordance with the N.M.C and Trust guidelines, policies and procedures. For further information about this position please see Job Description and Personal Specification attached. Job description Job responsibilities To deliver the commissioned service. Utilise specialist skills and knowledge to assess the needs of clients and their families and Communities. Develop, deliver and review packages of care that ensure appropriate treatment and referral to maximise potential health outcomes. Work as an autonomous practitioner, assuming professional and legal accountability for all aspects of own work in line with the Trusts objectives and national and local guidance. Act as client advocate, especially where outcomes may be influenced by conflicting agendas, or barriers to understanding exist. Utilising caseload profiling, identify the health needs of a designated area and promote programmes for the client population to alleviate the problems caused by physical, social and emotional ill health. Liaise closely with other health professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies, in order to ensure a cohesive plan of care for individuals, families and communities is delivered. To apply contemporary, theoretical knowledge regarding child protection and children in need to health visiting practice. To ensure Local Safeguarding Childrens Board policies and procedures are followed. Plan own workload to meet the changing demands of the client caseload. Provide day to day management and supervision to support staff in delivering an agreed programme of care. Ensure complete accurate and contemporaneous records in accordance with the N.M.C and Trust guidelines, policies and procedures. For further information about this position please see Job Description and Personal Specification attached. Person Specification Qualifications Essential First level registered nurse. Specialist practitioner.(Hons, B.Sc. Hons, Health Visiting/ Public Health Nursing or equivalent) Evidence of continuous on-going professional development. Desirable Recognised teaching qualification Nurse prescriber. Experience Essential Post Registration experience. Experience of clinical governance issues. Experience of inter-disciplinary working. Experience of managing caseload. Desirable Evidence of participating on a service development change. Experience of a nursing leadership role. Experience of research and development in practice. Person Specification Qualifications Essential First level registered nurse. Specialist practitioner.(Hons, B.Sc. Hons, Health Visiting/ Public Health Nursing or equivalent) Evidence of continuous on-going professional development. Desirable Recognised teaching qualification Nurse prescriber. Experience Essential Post Registration experience. Experience of clinical governance issues. Experience of inter-disciplinary working. Experience of managing caseload. Desirable Evidence of participating on a service development change. Experience of a nursing leadership role. Experience of research and development in practice. 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Address Thornaby family hub Tedder avenue Thornaby, Stockton on Tees TS17 9JP Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)