Job Description

SEND School Nurse

Job description

Join our team within an SEMH school and children's home provision.

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge working in a team of dedicated education, therapeutic and support practitioners at Felix House School and Children's residential Home.

As a School Nurse you will develop and lead on health initiatives, early interventions and building therapeutic relations with the children and young people who attend Felix House School and residential children's home.

As well as undertaking dynamic and holistic health needs assessment and supporting the children and young people to reach their full emotional and physical health potential you will work with the senior team to develop a trauma informed therapeutic model to provide the children and young people with a safe, nurturing environment in which to achieve their educational potential.

Cascade, is a top-tier care company dedicated to providing exceptional services for children and young people with autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions.

Join us and be a part of an inclusive, diverse team that values your unique experiences and backgrounds. At Cascade, your dedication will directly impact the welfare of our children and young people , ensuring their safety and happiness every step of the way.

Responsibilities:

Work with children and young people, families, and partner agencies to address the Physical and emotional health and social needs of pupils, developing and maintaining individual healthcare plans. Conduct initial health assessments for children and young people prior to school and home entry, identifying necessary professional services to ensure holistic care and enable school attendance. Instigate and assist with medical reviews, liaising with professionals, Community Paediatricians, Physios, Occupational Therapists, Dieticians, Speech and Language Team, Community Nurses, and Social Workers. Contribute to the EHCP process and attend EHCP reviews, MDT, TAC, CLA, ,PEP and CIN meetings as required. Support teaching and support staff with healthcare procedures for children and young people with significant health needs, following healthcare plans to maintain their access to education. Develop and support the team to provide a trauma informed therapeutic model, including training, to provide the children and young people with the pathways that are nurturing progressive and appropriate. Communicate effectively with colleagues, children and young people, families and carers, both verbally and in writing, using appropriate case notes and record-keeping practices. To work across both school and children's residential homes ensuring consistency with approaches. To work with and be supported by a Lead School Nurse with strategy and approach. To work with and be supported by the Health and Well being lead and in house therapists
Requirements:

This role requires a registered nurse with current NMC registration RGN or RMN and ideally a Specialist Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) qualification. Significant experience supporting special needs children and young people. In particular Children and young people with SEMH who have difficulties in managing their emotions and behaviour. .Knowledge and skills in assessment frameworks eg, The Assessment Triangle and The Outcome Star Working knowledge of the Personal, Social, Health and Economic curriculum and The Healthy Child Programme Excellent communication and engagement skills Knowledge of trauma frameworks and models Strong safeguarding knowledge, record-keeping, teamwork, and commitment to professional development are essential The successful candidate must be able to develop and implement care plans, make clinical decisions, support staff, work collaboratively and engage respectfully with stakeholders. Good problem-solving and judgement skills are also crucial. Good knowledge and experience of IT. Full UK driving license and own transport is desirable
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: 32,000 - 34,000

Expected hours: 40 per week - Monday - Friday

Benefits:

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Travel expenses

Full support and Professional development

On-site parking

Sick pay

Location:

Bransholme Hull

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/05/2025