Safeguarding practice can be a difficult nursing discipline to enter without existing experience and expertise, so we are really pleased that an exciting opportunity has arisen for a trained nurse to join the Safeguarding Children's Team at Darent Valley Hospital in a development capacity.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an interest in safeguarding to join a well-established team within a new Safeguarding Hub. This role provides a rare chance for the right person to begin to develop knowledge and skills in this highly specialised area of nursing practice, while being supported in a safe and nurturing multidisciplinary environment.

You will need to have a sound working knowledge of child development, an inquiring mind and the beginning of critical thinking to start on your new safeguarding career. Excellent communication skills will also be an essential quality to have.

Main duties of the job

Main duties

With support, identify vulnerable children, young people and families early and provide effective plans of support and care that protects and promotes their health and wellbeing

With support, recognise situations that may be detrimental to health and wellbeing of individuals and family members

Begin to develop the knowledge and skills required to make accurate assessment of risk and harm

Learn what constitutes an effective social care referral so that the appropriate level of support can be offered to children and families in need

Support the Safeguarding Liaison Sister in the assessment of children presenting to our Paediatric Emergency Department and Paediatric Assessment Unit

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Sue Govier, Named Nurse Safeguarding Children on 01322 428469

Person Specification

Essential and desirable

Essential

• Registered nurse with NMC
• Degree or equivalent experience
• Evidence of CPD
• Awareness and understanding of concepts and developments in relation to safeguarding children
• Post graduate experience as a nurse
• Basic knowledge of safeguarding
• Evidence of ability to work in stressful and busy environments, dealing with difficult subject matter

Desirable

• Registered Children's nurse with NMC
• Understanding of child development
• Experience of safeguarding practice, particularly in children
• post graduate specialist experience

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Daretnh Wood Road

Dartford

DA28DA

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