Specialist Nurse Safeguarding Children

1 day ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We seek a highly motivated, committed, and flexible practitioner to collaborate with health and multi-agency colleagues. The goal is to ensure the delivery of safe and effective services for safeguarding vulnerable children across the City of Manchester and all children accessing MFT Hospital Services. The role involves providing safeguarding training, leadership, advice, supervision, and expertise to health practitioners within the Trust. Candidates should be capable of effectively challenging practice and promoting the integration of safeguarding principles into everyday professional practice.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will use their expertise and knowledge in identifying, assessing, treating, and managing vulnerable children and families. This will involve monitoring and improving standards of care through supervising practice, conducting clinical audits, using evidence-based practice, teaching and supporting colleagues, and contributing to safeguarding governance processes across the Trust.

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £ & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at .Were looking forward to hearing from you

Person Specification

Essential List

Essential

oRN child (or equivalent qualification and/or experience in relation to children). Minimum of 3 years post registration experience. o1st Level Degree or working towards. oEvidence of ongoing professional development and training undertaken in respect of safeguarding to minimum Level 3 (as per Working Together). oKnowledge of national and local Safeguarding Policies, guidelines and recommendations. oKnowledge of relevant legislation relating to Safeguarding oDemonstrates knowledge relevant to patterns of abuse and neglect. oExperience of safeguarding supervision oExperience of delivering training oAwareness of issues affecting ethnic minority families and other socially excluded groups. oWorking knowledge of children's health and development and the nature and impact of child maltreatment. oCritical thinking, reflection and analysis to inform clinical assessment oExperience of policy development and implementation. oBasic IT skills, including email, Word oPresentation skills oAbility to analyse and critically evaluate information and record in a concise and accurate manner. oConfidence to challenge appropriately in difficult situations oAbility to communicate across organisational boundaries. oAbility to work under pressure, to prioritise, work flexibly and to tight deadlines. oCompletion of audits and reports within timescale.

Desirable

oSpecialist Practitioner Public Health oRecognised teaching/ mentoring qualification oQualification in safeguarding supervision oAccredited training qualification oExperience of policy development and implementation. oExperience of policy development and implementation.

  • Safeguarding Children Specialist Nurse

    1 month ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleThe Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Safeguarding Children Specialist Nurse to join our team. As a key member of our safeguarding team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our care.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and embed the...

  • Safeguarding Children Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job Title: Specialist Nurse Safeguarding ChildrenAbout the Role:This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Specialist Nurse Safeguarding Children. You will be responsible for developing and embedding the safeguarding children policy in collaboration with the Named Nurse for Safeguarding Children.Main Responsibilities:Ensure compliance with...

  • Safeguarding Children Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Safeguarding Children Specialist to join our team at the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and embedding the safeguarding children policy, ensuring compliance with legislation and statutory guidance, and representing the Trust...

  • Specialist Nurse Safeguarding Children

    3 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Work with the Named Nurse for Safeguarding Children to develop and embed the safeguarding children policy. Ensure compliance by the organisation with legislation and statutory guidance and ensure it is disseminated and implemented at clinical level. Represent the Trust with partner agencies and within the multi-agency arena to safeguard...

  • Children's Safeguarding Specialist Nurse

    5 days ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Safeguarding Specialist Nurse to join our team at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.About the RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert guidance and support to staff on safeguarding and child protection matters, ensuring that our services remain safe and effective for...

  • Deputy Designated Nurse Safeguarding Children

    12 hours ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Full time

    Job summary The post holder will join the Manchester Locality Designated Safeguarding Team with responsibilities at both locality and pan GM. The post holder will deputise for the Designated Nurse for Safeguarding Children in accordance with Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, Children Act 1989 and 2004; and assist in fulfilling statutory...

  • Safeguarding Children Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleThe Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Safeguarding Children Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our safeguarding team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people within our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and embed the...

  • Safeguarding Children Lead Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job SummaryAs a key member of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, we are seeking an experienced and dedicated Safeguarding Children Lead Nurse to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for developing and embedding the safeguarding children policy, ensuring compliance with legislation and statutory guidance, and providing...

  • Senior Specialist Nurse Safeguarding Children Lead

    6 days ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Transformative Opportunity in Safeguarding LeadershipThis is an exceptional chance for a dedicated and experienced clinical professional to take on a leading role in safeguarding children, driving strategic initiatives within the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.About Us:The Trust is one of the largest NHS providers in England, boasting a turnover...

  • Senior Specialist Nurse Safeguarding Children

    2 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary This post is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, committed and experienced clinical practitioner to strengthen their safeguarding portfolio and to lead and drive safeguarding activity within the organisation. You will be a key leader in the safeguarding team which consists of Named Nurses (community, acute, adult and midwifery...

  • Nursery Nurse

    5 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    **Nursery Nurse** Our Client are looking to employ a Level 2 or 3 Qualified Nursery Nurse for their excellent Private Nursery based in near Salford, Lancashire. The Nursery Nurse must be passionate, enthusiastic and driven to give young children the best early years education and care needed for their development. The Nursery is a lovely setting where all...

  • Nurse Safeguarding Lead Position

    3 days ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Exciting Opportunity for a Dedicated NurseWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced clinical practitioner to lead our safeguarding efforts at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our safeguarding team, you will be responsible for strengthening our safeguarding portfolio and driving activity within the organisation.The...

  • Bid Writer

    5 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom AFRUCA - Safeguarding Children Full time

    **Job title: Fundraising Manager (Grants and Trusts)** AFRUCA-Safeguarding Children is a national charity established in May 2001 to promote the safeguarding and well-being of children in Black and Ethnic communities in the UK. AFRUCA has its Head Office in London, a Centre for Children and Families in Manchester and projects working with families and...

  • Level 3 Nursery Nurse

    5 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    **Nursery Nurse** Our Client are looking to employ a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Nurse for their excellent Private Nursery based in near Worsley, Manchester. The Nursery Nurse must be passionate, enthusiastic and driven to give young children the best early years education and care needed for their development. The Nursery is registered for 66 children and...

  • Associate Director of Nursing for Safeguarding

    5 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    TheAssociate Director of Nursing for Safeguarding (Adults and Children)will have extensive knowledge and safeguarding expertise and proven leadership skills across external partnerships and internally across the organization. They will be responsible for the delivery of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) safeguarding statutory...

  • Family Safeguarding Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Charles Hunter Associates Full time

    We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Team in the Greater Manchester area as an Advanced Practitioner.About the RoleThis team protects children from abuse and maltreatment by ensuring they receive safe and effective care. The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children's Safeguarding, with a focus on...

  • Senior Safeguarding Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced clinical practitioner to strengthen their safeguarding portfolio and lead safeguarding activity within the organisation. As a key leader in the safeguarding team, you will be responsible for driving safeguarding activity and ensuring safe and effective services for vulnerable...

  • Children Safeguarding Team Lead

    4 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom careers4a - Jobboard Full time

    We are seeking a highly experienced Qualified Social Worker to lead our Family Safeguarding team in the Greater Manchester area. The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in managing a Safeguarding Team or extensive Children's Social work experience.Key Responsibilities:Lead a team of social workers in safeguarding children from abuse and...

  • Cared for Children Health Team Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Manchester Foundation Trust is a leading provider of community, acute tertiary and specialist healthcare services in Manchester. The Trust aims to become the leading integrated health, teaching, research, and innovation campus in the NHS. We are currently recruiting to a part time Fixed Term (12 months) Administrative Assistant to the Cared for Children...

  • Cared for Children Health Team Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Manchester Foundation Trust is a leading provider of community, acute tertiary and specialist healthcare services in Manchester. The Trust aims to become the leading integrated health, teaching, research, and innovation campus in the NHS. We are currently recruiting to a part time Fixed Term (12 months) Administrative Assistant to the Cared for Children...