Relief Community Nurse

Who We AreNHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)PositionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for x2 School Nurses within our (School Nursing Team) based at Coylton Health Centre. These are offered on a permanent basis.What You Will DoThe post holder will be a strengths based practitioner who is forward thinking and committed to delivering our values of caring, safe and respectful.The Post Holder will work in partnership with local children and their families alongside colleagues in the NHS and partnership agencies to enable children and young people achieve their optimum outcomes in health. The Post Holder will be well organised, have excellent communication skills and be passionate about improving outcomes for our children and young people. An awareness of the Children and Young People Scotland Act (2014), GIRFEC policy, The Promise and the School nursing reformed role and pathways is essentialTo Improve the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families through the delivery of the pathway areas outlined within the Scottish Governments National School Nursing Pathway (2015) including:Child ProtectionCare Experienced ChildrenEmotional/Mental Health and WellbeingHomelessnessDomestic ViolenceSubstance AbuseYoung CarersSexual HealthYouth JusticeTransitionsFor further information on the role please click the link below to view the job descriptionKnowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The JobAll applicants must be a 1st level registered nurse with excellent communication skills, an existing first level degree, and the academic study commitment to complete the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse course if required, and ability to be flexible and work within a large team.NMC Registration is essential for this post.There will also be an expectation that following successful completion of an academic programme, candidates will remain within NHS Ayrshire and Arran.Successful candidates who are deferred to commence training will work within school nursing teams prior to commencement of training.Current experience working with Children and Young People and working in multidisciplinary teams, as well as experience of caseload management is desirable.Hours: Monday-Friday 0900-1700Post 1: 37 hoursPost 2: 22.2 hoursThese posts are offered on a Permanent Basis.Driving Licence/Car OwnershipFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to this role.If you want to find out more about the role, please contact South Ayrshire - Mrs Claire McMorland, Clinical Team Leader Claire.McMorland@aapct.scot.nhs.uk, 07833233935Clinical Service Manager Kerry Ellis Kerry.ellis@aapct.scot.nhs.uk Tel: 07813544229Additional Information For CandidatesYou should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. 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If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.ukWe are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.