Location: Arundel, West Sussex
Type: Student School Nurse positions – Commencing Jan 2025, full-time over 12 months.
Salary (£): N/A (fully funded sponsorship)
About Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic organization dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of people in the community. They have a team of dedicated staff who are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. They believe in empowering people to manage their own health and prevent unnecessary hospital stays. Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust also offers a great range of benefits for their staff, like flexible working hours, training opportunities, and even a nursery for their staff’s kids!
Job details
Benefits
- Fully funded sponsorship to become a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse – School Nurse!
- Exceptional online course through Oxford Brookes University – no need to attend classes in person. You will do it all online.
- Clinical placements in Arundel, West Sussex.
- You’ll get to work with kids aged 5 to 19 and help them stay healthy.
- You’ll get to be part of an awesome team of nurses and health visitors.
- You’ll get to make a real difference in the lives of kids and their families.
- You’ll get to learn new skills and grow as a nurse.
- You’ll get to work in a variety of settings, including schools, homes, and community venues.
Requirements
- Active NMC registration as a registered nurse (or pre-registration student due to qualify by January 2025)
- Recent academic study at level 6 (degree level)
- Passion for public health
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with other agencies
- Full driving license with no restrictions to drive (unless exempt under the Equality Act 2010)
- Access to a car for work
About the Role
As a student school nurse, you’ll be a key part of the Healthy Child Programme (HCP), which focuses on ensuring kids stay healthy and thriving. You’ll be working with children and young people in a range of settings, from schools and homes to community venues. You’ll help kids aged 5 to 19 and their families with all sorts of things, like health education, vaccinations, and mental health support. You’ll be learning from experienced nurses and health visitors, and you’ll get to make a real difference in the lives of kids in your community.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and assess the health needs of children aged 5 to 19
- Offer support to ensure that the child’s health needs are met
- Work with children and young people in schools, homes, community venues, and virtually
- Promote healthy lifestyles and reduce inequalities for children and young people
- Collaborate with other agencies to provide holistic care for children and their families
- Maintain accurate records and reports
- Participate in ongoing professional development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
You’ll need to have a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) to work with children.
Certificate of Sponsorship
If you’re from outside the UK and need a Certificate of Sponsorship to work here, you’re welcome to apply.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued.
Employer Details
Company Name: Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Arundel, West Sussex, RH12 2DR
Contact: sc-tr.hcppracticeeducators@nhs.net
Application Process
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Reference Number: 150-MM1141-CSS-C
