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Are you looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative 0-19 Public Health Nursing Service delivered within an award-winning council focused on placing local people at the heart of everything we do, listening to and doing good for our communities?

Here at Barnsley Council, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent service, and taking pride in what we do. We’re proud to deliver the 0-19 Public Health Nursing Service, which is at the forefront of care provision for the children and young people of Barnsley. We recognise that our greatest asset is our employees, which is why for all successful nursing candidates we will recognise your NHS continuous service for the purposes of annual leave and sickness absence, and you can continue to access the NHS Pension Scheme if you are an existing scheme member.

To ensure continued provision of Public Health Nursing services within Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council we are seeking to recruit a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor) who is passionate about wanting to lead and support the provision of high-quality services.

About the Role

We are looking for passionate and skilled Health Visitors to join our Public Health Nursing Service in Barnsley. In this role, you will deliver the Healthy Child Programme, providing evidence-based care that promotes health, reduces inequalities, and safeguards children, young people, and families.

You will work closely with families to assess health needs, plan and implement interventions, and provide support for those with complex needs. This includes managing risk, undertaking safeguarding responsibilities, and contributing to multi-agency working to achieve positive outcomes.

As part of the team, you will also lead public health initiatives within the community, mentor colleagues and students, and ensure high standards of clinical governance. Experienced practitioners will take a lead role in managing complex cases, supervising staff, and developing innovative approaches to care.

About You

You will be a qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor) with a Level 6 or above qualification and a commitment to continuous professional development. You will have experience of working in a community setting, delivering public health programmes, and safeguarding vulnerable children and families.

You will be confident in managing complex situations, working collaboratively with other professionals, and using evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes. Strong communication skills, the ability to work autonomously, and excellent organisational skills are essential. For experienced practitioners, significant post-qualification experience and the ability to mentor and lead others are required.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work autonomously, plan and prioritise effectively, and adapt to a changing environment.

You will also need a sound understanding of the Healthy Child Programme, safeguarding policies, and clinical governance. For experienced practitioners, significant post-qualification experience, mentoring skills, and the ability to manage complex cases are required.

A flexible approach, willingness to travel, and alignment with our values and behaviours as part of an inclusive, high-performing council are also key to success in this role.

Shape a better future with us

Our 0-19 Public Health Nursing Service is rated ‘Outstanding’ by CQC, as part of our team, you can be sure we’ll do all we can to support you in being truly excellent. We offer a full induction programme and excellent training packages to enable you to have the right skills to do your job, including regular supervision to help you recognise your continued professional development needs and support you to achieve your potential.

A lot to look forward to

We offer working conditions that are flexible and agile that support good life work balance. By working together, with each other and with our communities, we can take pride in improving lives. Let’s make a better Barnsley for everyone.

For further details please contact Jane Fleming 0-19 PHNS Professional Lead on 07741096041 email melaniejanefleming@barnsley.gov.uk or Helen Mills Clinical Practice Lead on 07720031552 email helenmills2@barnsley.gov.uk

https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/0-19-public-health-nursing-service-roles/