community nursery nurse

We currently have two part-time vacancies for a Community Nursery Nurse to join our teams within the Healthy Child Programme 0-5 West Sussex, based inPound Hill, Crawley, or East Grinstead Health Centre., As a community nursery nurse , you will work with health visitors, registered nurses, nursery nurses and administrators to deliver the Healthy Child Programme to children's and families from pregnancy to 5 years of age. Under the supervision of the team lead, health visitors and registered nurses, you will: - Provide evidence based 1-1 advice for children, young people and families on issues such as continence, healthy eating (including infant feeding), sleep routines, childhood immunisations and child safety. - Provide health promotion advice and undertakes the weighing and measuring of babies & children at Healthy Child Clinics, interpreting and accurately recording this information - Undertake developmental reviews of selected children not requiring a targeted service, under the supervision of, and reporting any concerns to the delegating health visitor / registered nurse - Participate regular clinical and line management supervision with delegated supervisor - Deliver group health promotion sessions or teaching as directed - Work within the Pan Sussex Child Protection Procedures reporting any concerns appropriately and undertaking relevant in-service child protection training - Assist the health visitor / registered nurses in providing appropriate support and experience for nursing and other students undertaking community placement

We are looking for enthusiastic early years practitioners, with experience of working with children and families experiencing a wide range of health and developmental needs. Experience in child development, parenting advice and breastfeeding is essential, as is an understanding of safeguarding and working with vulnerable families. We are looking for flexible, motivated and enthusiastic individuals who can communicate effectively, and is able to work independently as well as part of a team. N.B. a qualification is required for this post: NNEB, NVQ L3 in Early Years and Education/Childcare, CACHE diploma, BTEC national diploma in Early Years/Childcare Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on thegov.uk websitebefore applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services. Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex