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Specialist Health Visitor- Infant Nutrition and Healthy Weight

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • London

Requirements

  • - Support the development and implementation of the Healthy Child Programme with a particular focus on the high impact areas of breastfeeding, infant nutrition, healthy weight and healthy nutrition.
  • - Work with the health visiting teams to enhance the specialist support services across Croydon Health Visiting, including e.g. Access to Peer Support in the community.
  • - Work collaboratively with the midwifery equivalent post holder to deliver UNICEF Baby Friendly, including the training of staff.
  • - Focus on uptake and sustainability of breastfeeding, nutrition in infancy, promoting healthy start vouchers, baby-led weaning, healthy eating and primary prevention of obesity, participating in multidisciplinary strategy meetings as required.
  • - Be responsible for quality assurance, training and development for Croydon Health Visiting, embedding evidence based practice.
  • - Act as a resource for the service according to the HV service model as a specialist, providing expert knowledge, leading a champions team.
  • - Work collaboratively with key stakeholders including midwifery services to develop joint pathways.
  • - Implement and support a sustainable UNICEF Baby Friendly level of service within Croydon.
  • - Provide clinical support in the provision of Breast Feeding Specialist services in Croydon.
  • - Support the development of a community based Peer support programme.
  • - Provide supervision and line management support as appropriate.
  • - Carry a proportionate operational caseload.
  • - Work with clinical and informatics teams to develop appropriate reporting frameworks, to provide quality and performance reports.
  • - Develop and lead a programme of quality assurance and audit to support best practice and achieving UNICEF Baby friendly level 3 and to ensure its sustainability, in line with UNICEF quality standards.
  • - Provide learning experiences in the working and educational environment.
  • - Demonstrate competence in all activities and interventions at all times.
  • - Form effective working relationships with Op Leads, Clinical Team Leaders, colleagues in the Champions teams.

Responsibilities

  • - Support the development and implementation of the Healthy Child Programme with a particular focus on the high impact areas of breastfeeding, infant nutrition, healthy weight and healthy nutrition.
  • - Work with the health visiting teams to enhance the specialist support services across Croydon Health Visiting, including e.g. Access to Peer Support in the community.
  • - Work collaboratively with the midwifery equivalent post holder to deliver UNICEF Baby Friendly, including the training of staff.
  • - Focus on uptake and sustainability of breastfeeding, nutrition in infancy, promoting healthy start vouchers, baby-led weaning, healthy eating and primary prevention of obesity, participating in multidisciplinary strategy meetings as required.
  • - Be responsible for quality assurance, training and development for Croydon Health Visiting, embedding evidence based practice.
  • - Act as a resource for the service according to the HV service model as a specialist, providing expert knowledge, leading a champions team.
  • - Work collaboratively with key stakeholders including midwifery services to develop joint pathways.
  • - Implement and support a sustainable UNICEF Baby Friendly level of service within Croydon.
  • - Provide clinical support in the provision of Breast Feeding Specialist services in Croydon.
  • - Support the development of a community based Peer support programme.
  • - Provide supervision and line management support as appropriate.
  • - Carry a proportionate operational caseload.
  • - Work with clinical and informatics teams to develop appropriate reporting frameworks, to provide quality and performance reports.
  • - Develop and lead a programme of quality assurance and audit to support best practice and achieving UNICEF Baby friendly level 3 and to ensure its sustainability, in line with UNICEF quality standards.
  • - Provide learning experiences in the working and educational environment.
  • - Demonstrate competence in all activities and interventions at all times.
  • - Form effective working relationships with Op Leads, Clinical Team Leaders, colleagues in the Champions teams.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Specialist Health Visitor role?

The primary focus of the Specialist Health Visitor role is on breastfeeding, infant nutrition, healthy weight, and promoting healthy nutrition as part of the Healthy Child Programme.

Who will I collaborate with in this role?

You will work collaboratively with health visiting teams, midwifery services, and key stakeholders to enhance specialist support services and develop joint pathways.

What kind of training will I be involved in?

You will be involved in delivering UNICEF Baby Friendly training to staff and ensuring quality assurance, training, and development for Croydon Health Visiting.

Is there an operational caseload involved with this position?

Yes, the post holder is expected to carry a proportionate operational caseload as part of their responsibilities.

What type of support will I provide in the community?

You will support the development of a community-based Peer Support program and provide clinical support in the provision of Breastfeeding Specialist services.

How does this position contribute to combating obesity?

The role focuses on promoting healthy eating, baby-led weaning, and the primary prevention of obesity through various initiatives such as promoting healthy start vouchers.

Who can I contact for more information about this position?

For more information, you can contact Agnes Matturi, the Operational Lead, at agnes.matturi@nhs.net or call 07721010965.

What is the importance of the UNICEF Baby Friendly initiative in this role?

The UNICEF Baby Friendly initiative aims to ensure that breastfeeding and infant nutrition services are of the highest quality, and the post holder will work to implement and sustain this level of service within Croydon.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, Croydon Health Services places significant importance on education and training throughout the careers of all staff, providing opportunities for professional development and learning experiences.

What type of reporting frameworks will I be involved with?

You will work with clinical and informatics teams to develop reporting frameworks to provide quality and performance reports, contributing to the monitoring of services.

What is Croydon Health Services NHS Trust known for?

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is known for providing integrated hospital and community services, focusing on the quality of care for a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

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2010
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Mission & Purpose

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust delivers a range of acute and community healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, and outpatient care, to the people of Croydon. Their mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that enhances health outcomes and improves patient experiences. Their purpose is to ensure accessible, effective, and compassionate care that meets the needs of their local community.