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Job Overview
The role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing care and support to children with life-limiting conditions. The NHS seeks compassionate professionals to join the Temporary Staffing Department of Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) as Bank Level 6 Community Children’s Palliative Care Nurses. The position provides flexible working arrangements with weekly pay and NHS pension scheme membership. BCHC emphasizes values of being Caring, Open, Respectful, Responsible, and Inclusive.
Main Duties of the Job
The role involves providing holistic nursing services and psychosocial support to children with life-limiting conditions and their families. It includes working autonomously within BCHC policies, procedures, and guidelines. Palliative Care Nurses will collaborate with the Community Children’s Nursing team to deliver care in terminal phases of life and beyond.
Working for the Organisation
BCHC delivers high-quality community and specialist services across Birmingham and the West Midlands, operating in over 200 healthcare settings. The organization values its workforce and strives to create an environment where all employees can excel.
Application Process
Applicants are required to regularly check their Trac account during the shortlisting and selection process. All application sections must be completed, including detailed referee information with business email addresses, telephone contacts, and postal addresses.
For detailed role responsibilities, refer to the attached assignment brief. More information about BCHC and its values is available on the official website at BCHC Website.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Applicants must meet all specified educational and professional training requirements as outlined in the person specification.
Experience
Relevant work experience in community and palliative care nursing is essential.
Skills and Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate a history of consistent employment in healthcare without unexplained gaps exceeding 18 months. A valid driving license and access to a vehicle are mandatory.
Disability Confident Employer and Guaranteed Interview Scheme
Candidates who meet essential criteria and identify as Disabled, Neurodiverse, or have long-term health conditions recognized under the Equality Act 2010 are guaranteed an interview. Reasonable adjustments will be provided upon request.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
BCHC values diversity and encourages applications from all community sectors. Applications from underrepresented groups, particularly Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) individuals, are welcomed. Recruitment decisions are merit-based, and positive action is employed to address workforce imbalances where applicable.
Flexible Working
BCHC supports flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working where feasible. Discussions about preferred working patterns will be accommodated during the interview process, promoting work-life balance as part of the NHS People Promise.
Benefits of Working with BCHC
- Full NHS terms and conditions, including extensive holidays and Agenda for Change pay scales with enhancements.
- Relocation payment for local area moves.
- Discounts for national and local retailers.
- Dedicated well-being services for staff.
- Flexible working options where practical.
Applications are encouraged ahead of the deadline, midnight 15th December 2024.
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