Job summary The specialised Health visiting team for Infant Mental Health is dedicated to supporting infants and their primary caregivers, including parents, foster carers, grandparents, and others assuming this role, during the crucial period of the infants first two years of life. The team offer direct support for parent-infant relationships and address the social, emotional, and mental health needs of infants. This service operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, for infants residing within the geographical area of Hampshire. The team is committed to delivering sensitive, responsive, and appropriate care that is essential for the healthy development of infants. Their primary objective is to assist caregivers in addressing the infants social, emotional, mental health challenges, enhancing existing parenting skills, and fostering a strong parent-infant relationship. Services are provided through home visits or at alternative venues such as clinical settings or community spaces across Hampshire. Main duties of the job The successful post holder will be committed to delivering sensitive, responsive, and appropriate care that is essential for the healthy development of infants. Their primary objective is to assist caregivers in addressing the infants social, emotional, mental health challenges, enhancing existing parenting skills, and fostering a strong parent-infant relationship. Services are provided through home visits or at alternative venues such as clinical settings or community spaces across Hampshire. The successful post holder will be part of a team that inter-professionally collaborate with the public health visiting service, which implements the Healthy Child Programme for infants and their families during the initial five years of life. The team will assist with inter-disciplinary named professionals/services to support family centred care. About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 348-SS-7601 Job locations Moorgreen Hospital Botley Road, West End Southampton Hampshire SO30 3JB Fort Southwick James Callaghan Drive Fareham Hampshire PO17 6AR Parklands House London Road Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 4AP Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/Midwife Qualification as SCPHN (Health Visiting) Evidence of recent professional and personal development Full UK Driving Licence (and access to a car) with business insurance Desirable Early Years experience/Qualification Mentorship Module Nurse prescriber Evidence of ongoing learning and professional development Experience Essential Knowledge of the Healthy Child Programme including the Early Years High Impact Areas. Experience of delivering the Healthy Child Programme as a health visitor. Awareness of the process of research, understanding of evidence-based practice to promote good practice Knowledge and understanding of current government policies relating to health care. Knowledge and understanding of Public Health and Health Promotion Understanding of the role of clinical governance, CQC and clinical supervision maintaining/improving quality within the services provided. Understanding of inequality and its impact on health Working in the NHS and experience of leading/managing skill mix teams Knowledge and understanding of Child Development Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies. Experience of working with individuals in a health promotion role Experience of managing own time and diary Experience of mentoring students Desirable Evidence of other training/experience within early years practice Baby Friendly Initiative (or equivalent) Breastfeeding Management Training in accordance with Level 1 Service Delivery/ universal service Additional Criteria Essential Excellent understanding of clinical and professional requirements, current issues, policies and evidence-based practice relevant to infant mental health, specialist community public health nursing and external bodies (NMC). Ability to cope with the demands of this post in this working environment. Sensitive and honest with the ability to inspire and motivate others Commitment to self-development, with an in-depth knowledge of key policies and themes in children's health, infant mental health. Ability and interest in coaching/ supervision of staff to improve performance Able to work in partnership with parents. To demonstrate a flexible, adaptable attitude, particularly regarding being able to meet complex and disparate client needs flexibly while maintaining appropriate standards and boundaries. Able to undertake health needs assessment in individuals, families and the community. Able to facilitate groups effectively in a variety of settings. Evidence of good organisational skills and the ability to use own initiative and meet deadlines Able to prioritise and manage time effectively Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post. Able to demonstrate management skills, supervise and leadership staff as appropriate. Has effective communication and interpersonal skills including negotiation, influencing skills, decision making Facilitating and managing change Excellent verbal, written, numeracy and IT skills Evidence of teaching, presentation and facilitation skills. Can identify safeguarding and child protection issues using knowledge of child protection procedures and liaise appropriately with other agencies Requires commitment to and understanding of Equal Opportunities issues. To set an example of non-discriminatory behaviour and to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable that staff act in accordance with the parent agencies policies on Equal Opportunities. To demonstrate a high level of awareness of the issue of diversity and to be able to take a lead in ensuring that the diverse needs of the client group can be met Working knowledge of the appropriate legislative framework e.g. Children Act. Requires an understanding of Health and Safety issues and a willingness to undertake training where appropriate. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/Midwife Qualification as SCPHN (Health Visiting) Evidence of recent professional and personal development Full UK Driving Licence (and access to a car) with business insurance Desirable Early Years experience/Qualification Mentorship Module Nurse prescriber Evidence of ongoing learning and professional development Experience Essential Knowledge of the Healthy Child Programme including the Early Years High Impact Areas. Experience of delivering the Healthy Child Programme as a health visitor. Awareness of the process of research, understanding of evidence-based practice to promote good practice Knowledge and understanding of current government policies relating to health care. Knowledge and understanding of Public Health and Health Promotion Understanding of the role of clinical governance, CQC and clinical supervision maintaining/improving quality within the services provided. Understanding of inequality and its impact on health Working in the NHS and experience of leading/managing skill mix teams Knowledge and understanding of Child Development Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies. Experience of working with individuals in a health promotion role Experience of managing own time and diary Experience of mentoring students Desirable Evidence of other training/experience within early years practice Baby Friendly Initiative (or equivalent) Breastfeeding Management Training in accordance with Level 1 Service Delivery/ universal service Additional Criteria Essential Excellent understanding of clinical and professional requirements, current issues, policies and evidence-based practice relevant to infant mental health, specialist community public health nursing and external bodies (NMC). Ability to cope with the demands of this post in this working environment. Sensitive and honest with the ability to inspire and motivate others Commitment to self-development, with an in-depth knowledge of key policies and themes in children's health, infant mental health. Ability and interest in coaching/ supervision of staff to improve performance Able to work in partnership with parents. To demonstrate a flexible, adaptable attitude, particularly regarding being able to meet complex and disparate client needs flexibly while maintaining appropriate standards and boundaries. Able to undertake health needs assessment in individuals, families and the community. Able to facilitate groups effectively in a variety of settings. Evidence of good organisational skills and the ability to use own initiative and meet deadlines Able to prioritise and manage time effectively Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post. Able to demonstrate management skills, supervise and leadership staff as appropriate. Has effective communication and interpersonal skills including negotiation, influencing skills, decision making Facilitating and managing change Excellent verbal, written, numeracy and IT skills Evidence of teaching, presentation and facilitation skills. Can identify safeguarding and child protection issues using knowledge of child protection procedures and liaise appropriately with other agencies Requires commitment to and understanding of Equal Opportunities issues. To set an example of non-discriminatory behaviour and to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable that staff act in accordance with the parent agencies policies on Equal Opportunities. To demonstrate a high level of awareness of the issue of diversity and to be able to take a lead in ensuring that the diverse needs of the client group can be met Working knowledge of the appropriate legislative framework e.g. Children Act. Requires an understanding of Health and Safety issues and a willingness to undertake training where appropriate. 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 Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Moorgreen Hospital Botley Road, West End Southampton Hampshire SO30 3JB Employer's website https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)