Community Staff Nurse

This is an exciting opportunity to support the health, wellbeing and development of children and families across Somerset. As part of our Public Health Nursing Service, you'll help deliver the Healthy Child Programme from the antenatal period through to age five, working under the guidance and clinical oversight of a Health Visitor., As a Community Staff Nurse, you'll work alongside Health Visitors and partner agencies to provide health promotion, early intervention and targeted support for children and families. You'll work across homes, clinics, Best Start Family Hubs and community settings, assessing needs, delivering agreed care, and identifying developmental, safeguarding and wellbeing concerns. If you're a registered nurse or midwife with a passion for supporting children and families, promoting positive outcomes and reducing health inequalities, we'd love to hear from you. How You'll Make a Difference

• Support children and families by delivering key elements of the Healthy Child Programme and helping them achieve positive health and wellbeing outcomes.
• Carry out assessments, identify needs and provide advice and support tailored to each family's circumstances.
• Help parents and carers with a range of topics including infant feeding, child development, healthy lifestyles, emotional wellbeing and keeping children safe and healthy.
• Identify concerns relating to a child's development, wellbeing or safety and work with colleagues to ensure families receive the right support.
• Build positive relationships with children and families, providing compassionate and inclusive care in a variety of settings.
• Work closely with Health Visitors and partner organisations, including health professionals, schools, early years providers and community services.
• Maintain accurate records and share information appropriately to support the best outcomes for children and families.
• Manage your workload effectively while contributing to team activities, service improvements and high-quality care., The role involves regular travel across Somerset, including visiting families in their homes, clinics and community settings.
• You will work independently at times and may be required to support colleagues across different localities to help maintain service delivery.
• The role can involve carrying equipment, supporting families through sensitive situations and responding to safeguarding concerns.
• An Enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check, is required for this role.
• We are committed to supporting our employees and will consider reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
• Somerset Council's Dynamic Working Strategy applies to this role, offering flexible working across community, clinical, office and digital settings to meet service needs.
  
  Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife.
• At least 12 months' post-registration experience and confidence in assessing needs, planning support and delivering high-quality care.
• Experience of working with children and families, providing advice, guidance and support to meet a range of needs.
• An understanding of public health nursing, child development, health promotion and early intervention.
• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and the ability to recognise and respond appropriately to concerns about a child's wellbeing or safety.
• Strong communication, organisation and digital skills, including record keeping and report writing.
• The ability to work independently, use your judgement and seek support when needed.
• A collaborative approach and experience of working effectively with colleagues and partner organisations.
• A compassionate and inclusive approach, with a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes, or the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role through alternative means.
  
  At Somerset Council, we're a progressive organisation committed to improving lives and shaping better services for our communities. Based in one of England's most beautiful counties, it's a great place to build your career and enjoy an excellent quality of life.
• 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, subject to meeting certain criteria, or Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance, where service needs allow.
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to confidential employee assistance services.
• Paid volunteering opportunities, helping you make a difference both inside and outside of work.