Community Nursery Nurse - Amersham Hospital
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Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Community Nursery Nurse - Amersham Hospital
The closing date is 15 September 2026
Job summary
The role is one of support for a health visiting team who work with a diverse community delivering the Healthy Child programme, this includes Developmental reviews, Breastfeeding Support, Child Behaviour Management, Sleep, and Nutrition.
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Community Nursery Nurse to work with a dynamic and friendly team of Health Visitors. NNEB, Diploma in Childcare and Education (CACHE) or NVQ Child Care Level 3 Qualification is required.
Main duties of the job
- Working with clients in a variety of community settings e.g. home, clinic, children's centre, educational establishment etc
- Advise and assist parents in developing their parenting skills. Report back to the senior member of staff who holds continuing responsibility for the family any problems or changes identified during work undertaken with a client.
- Undertake Family Health Needs Assessment as directed by the Health Visitor ensuring prompt feedback of all client contact (contemporaneously) to line manager.
- Working with the team to implement and prioritise planned programmes of health promotion, education and advice on all aspects of prevention of ill health to individuals, families and groups.
- Undertake child and or family health assessments, including screening, in line with the Healthy Child Programme and according to local guidelines in various community settings as required, reporting back on any ensuing health problems.
- Take appropriate action in cases of suspected or actual child abuse, working within Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Children Code of Practice and Procedures.
- Attend Child Protection Conferences/Core Groups as required, with the named Health Visitor
- Identify and report concerns promptly to your line manager including safety and health issues that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of children and their families.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Details
Date posted
01 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum - pro rata for part time
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
434-CR8229482
Job locations
Haleacre, Amersham Hospital
Whielden Street
Amersham
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- NVQ Childcare level 3
- Significant post qualification experience
Desirable
- Experience in a community setting
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Can demonstrate a high level of 3 Application and Interview/Scenarios interpersonal and communication skills o With the ability to negotiate compromises and resolve conflict between staff amicably' o Courteous with all customers, both internal and external' o Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multidisciplinary team, patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner'
- Participates in interagency 3 collaboration
- Ability to motivate, negotiate and support 3 others
- Able to manage self and others within the Team environment
- Calm when under pressure
- Ability to encompass changes in working environment
- Awareness of diverse cultural issues
- Computer skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing training and development
- Works to evidence based practice
- Able to demonstrate clinically effective 3 practice with children and families
- Able to undertake delegated duties 3 without direct supervision
- Recognises grade responsibilities and when to report back to the Health Visitor/School Nurse /Community Staff Nurse
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel to various community sites on a daily basis
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- NVQ Childcare level 3
- Significant post qualification experience
Desirable
- Experience in a community setting
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Can demonstrate a high level of 3 Application and Interview/Scenarios interpersonal and communication skills o With the ability to negotiate compromises and resolve conflict between staff amicably' o Courteous with all customers, both internal and external' o Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multidisciplinary team, patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner'
- Participates in interagency 3 collaboration
- Ability to motivate, negotiate and support 3 others
- Able to manage self and others within the Team environment
- Calm when under pressure
- Ability to encompass changes in working environment
- Awareness of diverse cultural issues
- Computer skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing training and development
- Works to evidence based practice
- Able to demonstrate clinically effective 3 practice with children and families
- Able to undertake delegated duties 3 without direct supervision
- Recognises grade responsibilities and when to report back to the Health Visitor/School Nurse /Community Staff Nurse
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel to various community sites on a daily basis
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Haleacre, Amersham Hospital
Whielden Street
Amersham
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Haleacre, Amersham Hospital
Whielden Street
Amersham
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Locality Lead
Sharon Stevanovic
087818008765
Details
Date posted
01 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum - pro rata for part time
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
434-CR8229482
Job locations
Haleacre, Amersham Hospital
Whielden Street
Amersham
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
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