Job Description

Homelessness is an increasing public health challenge impacting the health and well-being of children and their families placed in temporary housing. Children and their families are often displaced from their communities and, in particular, their schools. Boroughs can have multiple locations where homeless families are housed.



The post holder will work in partnership to best meet the needs of homeless children and families seeking to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes. To aim for the best possible input and outcomes for children in their first 1001 days and until they reach school age . This includes safeguarding children and young people identified as at risk of harm. To act as a resource for the mainstream 0-19 service providing expert advice and guidance. To act as an advocate for homeless families with relevant stakeholders but particularly with local authorities and MPs. To work to influence policies affecting the health and wellbeing of residents in homeless and temporary accommodation.



Manage an enhanced caseload of families who are residing in temporary accommodation



Providing the 0-5 Healthy Child Programme and 5-19 Healthy Child Programme, liaising with their named school nurse.



Work in collaboration with local statutory and mainstream services to ensure that families become confident in accessing health and support services.



Initiate, plan, and coordinate the care of children and families in consultation and collaboration with other professionals.



Be aware of and act in accordance with CLCH's clinical standards.



Initiate and participate in evidence-based practice and audit, to ensure development of good practice, effective use of resources, and maintenance of standards.



Find out more information about working and living in South West London here - https://clch.nhs.uk/job/working-clch/clch-southwestlondon#!/select_sector



Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role

Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up)

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training, support and development in your career



To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits



Please refer to and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.