Job summary To work as a member for the Children's Nursing Team, providing care for children and young people with complex or acute health needs within their care setting. Main duties of the job To manage their own caseload, waiting list and recording data onto the online system To plan and prioritise care activities taking into account patient needs and individual circumstances, ensuring all activity is recorded on the Child or Young Person's (CYP) health record To complete delegated observations and assessments of the CYP as agreed by the nursing team To develop, implement and evaluate appropriate care plans and comprehensive packages of care To provide quality care to Children and Young People in partnership with families and carers as commissioned and described within the service specifications About us A wonderful opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic practitioner to work within the Children's Continence Team (0-18 years old). The job is for 22.5 hours, and Monday - Friday hours can be arranged. There will be travelling expected around Norfolk to different areas to see children at home or in school. Most patients will be seen in a clinic environment, and you will have support from the Clinical Nurses within the team. Find out more about working for our organisation here: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2565ae62eb.html Date posted 08 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 839-6913675-RB Job locations Fledglings, Norwich Community Hospital Bowthorpe Road Norwich NR2 3TU Job description Job responsibilities To use a broad range of communication skills (e.g. motivation) to establish a rapport and engage with children and their families; to develop the child's and family's understanding of their needs and encourage effective participation in treatment To work independently with Children and Young People, individually and in groups, planning, organising and following specific programmes and guidance; to monitor progress and referring to the clinical nurse specialist where appropriate To work proactively to contribute to the Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) process To be responsible for completing own electronic diary (using available resource) and for booking own appointments To be aware of Norfolk Safeguarding Children's Board (NSCB) guidelines and procedures in the identification, assessment, and referral of vulnerable children Job description Job responsibilities To use a broad range of communication skills (e.g. motivation) to establish a rapport and engage with children and their families; to develop the child's and family's understanding of their needs and encourage effective participation in treatment To work independently with Children and Young People, individually and in groups, planning, organising and following specific programmes and guidance; to monitor progress and referring to the clinical nurse specialist where appropriate To work proactively to contribute to the Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) process To be responsible for completing own electronic diary (using available resource) and for booking own appointments To be aware of Norfolk Safeguarding Children's Board (NSCB) guidelines and procedures in the identification, assessment, and referral of vulnerable children Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 3 or equivalent Knowledge or experience Diploma level or equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience Desirable Nursery Nurse Qualification Knowledge or practical childcare Knowledge of play Knowledge of child development Care Certificate Experience Essential Experience of working with a variety of children Desirable Experience of working with children with disabilities and or working in children's own homes Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential Ability to work with indirect supervision of co-ordinator Good organisational skills Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations Basic IT skills Willingness to undertake training and development appropriate to the needs of the post Desirable Experience of working independently Communication Essential Good communication skills with children's families and professionals Use of English language Desirable Experience of using Signalong or Makaton Knowledge of alternative forms of communication Experience of working with people with sensory impairments and or communication difficulty Personal and People Development Essential Evidence of learning and development Personal Attributes/Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behavour Framework) Essential Non judgemental Professional appearance and behaviour Resilient, self-motivated and open to change Adaptable and able to prioritise according to changes in situation Enthusiastic and conscientious Able to identify with the Trusts commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people Other Essential Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Able to make own travelling arrangement to meet the needs of the service Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 3 or equivalent Knowledge or experience Diploma level or equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience Desirable Nursery Nurse Qualification Knowledge or practical childcare Knowledge of play Knowledge of child development Care Certificate Experience Essential Experience of working with a variety of children Desirable Experience of working with children with disabilities and or working in children's own homes Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential Ability to work with indirect supervision of co-ordinator Good organisational skills Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations Basic IT skills Willingness to undertake training and development appropriate to the needs of the post Desirable Experience of working independently Communication Essential Good communication skills with children's families and professionals Use of English language Desirable Experience of using Signalong or Makaton Knowledge of alternative forms of communication Experience of working with people with sensory impairments and or communication difficulty Personal and People Development Essential Evidence of learning and development Personal Attributes/Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behavour Framework) Essential Non judgemental Professional appearance and behaviour Resilient, self-motivated and open to change Adaptable and able to prioritise according to changes in situation Enthusiastic and conscientious Able to identify with the Trusts commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people Other Essential Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Able to make own travelling arrangement to meet the needs of the service 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust Address Fledglings, Norwich Community Hospital Bowthorpe Road Norwich NR2 3TU Employer's website https://www.norfolkcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)