School Health Support Worker

An opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, highly motivated School Health Support Worker to become part of the Worcestershire Public Health Nurse Team. You will be part of a new, innovative model which will transform health services for children, young people and families across Worcestershire. The role encompasses aspects of the Healthy Child Programme, working within schools and communities, undertaking the National Childhood Measurement Programme and supporting School Health Nurses. The 0-19 Public Health Nursing service operates across six localities Redditch, Bromsgrove, Worcester, Malvern, Wyre Forest and Wychavon. You would be based within one District but will be asked to work in other areas to complete the Programme, mileage expenses are provided. This is a part time role working 22.5 hours per week. We would consider Term Time working to the suitable candidate. You will be well supported and offered specific training to become competent and confident. If you would like to join a progressive, forward thinking and innovative team then we would like to hear from you Please note the Trust will not routinely provide sponsorship to work for this role. In addition to meet Home Office salary threshold you must have the significant experience to be offered top of the pay band & work a minimum of 35.5 hours per week. The Trust will not provide sponsorship to work for this role, and employment on a time limited visa doesn't guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry., Under the direction of the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN), you will facilitate health screenings for Reception, Year 6, and Year 9 students by assisting with the setup and administration. The candidate will engage and support children, young people, and their parents/carers in completing necessary questionnaires and understanding the screening process. The candidate will organise and conduct National Child Measurement Programme measurements for Reception and Year 6 students, ensuring accurate height and weight recordings in accordance with national standards. Supporting the coordination of NCMP sessions and the timely input of data for national reporting will be part of the role The candidate will promote key public health messages and healthy lifestyle initiatives during school events, parent evenings, and community engagements, focusing on healthy weight and general health and wellbeing linked to the Healthy Child Programme and High Impact Areas.

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
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