**Previous applicants need not apply**

The post holder will work as a part of the Northumberland 0-19 service team, supporting the triaging and allocation of 5-19 referrals into the service. They will support a multiagency integrated working approach to children and families, ensuring referrals are directed to the most appropriate service at the earliest opportunity. The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination and information gathering for children referred into the school nursing service for support around possible neurodevelopmental disorders. This will require a multiagency approach to information gathering and ensuring the referral is directed to the most appropriate service for the child.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the Integrated Early Hub referral triaging team, providing in depth knowledge and understanding of a variety of health condition to support allocation to the correct team/service in a timely manner.

To contribute to the multiagency discussion and decision-making process around referral destinations, utilising the agreed multiagency criteria for involvement as guidance.

To undertake information gathering and co-ordination of neurodevelopmental referrals for the 0-19 service to ensure the referral is directed to the most appropriate agency. This will require extensive communication with other agencies such as education, mental health services and direct communication with children and families.

To work with parents and children to promote the physical, intellectual and social development of children, particularly those who are disadvantaged.

Support the completion of comprehensive health needs assessment of clients, families and communities in particular those with additional needs and contribute to EHCP.

To work in conjunction with the School Nurse to co-ordinate, plan, implement and evaluate a programme of care for the school age population and for children with specific conditions.

About us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note, visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.

Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Helen Pudney on h.pudney@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration

Desirable

• Counselling qualification
• Mentor qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Post Registration experience
• Experience of change management

Desirable

• Experience of working in a community setting

Other

Essential

• Able to travel to different locations to meet service need.

Desirable

• IT literate

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Eddie Ferguson House

Ridley Street

Blyth

NE24 3AG

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