We have an exciting opportunity for fixed term maternity leave cover for 1 year to lead theSpecial School Nursing Teamwithin the borough of Barnet. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiasticSpecialist Nurse for SEND/Team Lead Special School Nursing Team (Band 7)who is looking to develop their skills in the largest community healthcare trust in London.

The special school nursing team provides a service to children and young people aged 4-19 years, across the 4 special schools in Barnet. The team works closely with colleagues in Education, Primary Care, Tertiary centres and Social Services as well as Voluntary agencies. The aim of the team is to support any health needs the children and young people have which will enable them to attend school and reach theirpotential.

Main duties of the job

We currently have an exciting opportunity to lead theSpecial School Nursing Teamwithin the borough of Barnet. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiasticSpecialist Nurse for SEND/Team Lead Special School Nursing Team (Band 7)who is looking to develop their skills in the largest community healthcare trust in London

The special school nursing team provides a service to children and young people aged 4-19 years, across the 4 special schools in Barnet. The team works closely with colleagues in Education, Primary Care, Tertiary centres and Social Services as well as Voluntary agencies.

About us

Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
• Car lease scheme *T& C's apply
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide clinical leadership to the Special School Nursing Team in Barnet, including line management.
• To provide specialist nursing for children aged 2 to 19 with additional health needs living in the borough of Barnet who meet the agreed criteria for the service(criteria under review)
• To provide reports/data re outcomes for the specialist caseload as required.
• To be CLCH SEND champion in Barnet delivering education and advise to the relevant multi disciplinary team involved with these children.

Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current UK NMC registration - RGN, RSCN, RN (Child) or LD
• Evidence of post registration education to diploma/degree level
• Teaching qualification
• Level 3 Safeguarding course

Desirable

• HV/SN/Children's Community Nursing / Specialist
• Practitioner Qualification

Education/Qualification (

Essential

• RGN, RSCN, RN(Child) or LD Nurse NMC Registration
• Evidence of post registration education to diploma/degree level
• Level 3 Safeguarding course

Desirable

• HV/SN/Children's Community Nursing / Specialist Practitioner Qualification IV Experience (Note: detail the level and type of experience req

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in post registration work in the community Nursing experience at Band 6 of nursing children with special needs and/or complex health needs
• Experience of key working
• Experience of managing a caseload
• Experience of teaching
• Experience of liaising/negotiating with professionals

Desirable

• Line management experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the NMC Professional Codes and Standards
• Knowledge of Personal Development Planning
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementation
• Knowledge of purpose and value of Clinical Supervision
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Opportunities
• Knowledge of political changes in the profession and NHS
• Knowledge of Evidenced Based Care
• Knowledge of Audit processes
• Knowledge of working in culturally diverse communities Knowledge of legal and statutory implications/ requirements for training parents/carers
• Leadership skills
• Expertise in nursing assessment/clinical skills
• Teaching/training skills
• Ability to work independently
• Time management and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work within a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• I.T. skills

Other

Essential

• Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
• Ability to travel
• Evidence of CPD
• Demonstrate the ability to be flexible

Desirable

• Car Driver

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Oak Lane Clinic

London

N2 8LT

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