Job IntroductionWe are seeking to recruit motivated practitioners with initiative and drive who are keen to contribute to the further development of our integrated children's health service. The Children's Health Team work within Lincolnshire County Council very closely with Children's Services (Children's Centres, Early Help, Social Care and Family Hubs) and other agencies. Our aim is to improve outcomes and reduce health inequalities for children, young people and their families in our care. Due to our integrated ways of working, we are able to provide a comprehensive package of care to ensure that our children are able to achieve their full potential. We deliver our service in different environments such as within the home, children's centres and schools.There are 4 HV vacancies which are within East Lindsey North, East Lindsey South, West Lindsey east and Lincoln South.About youWe are seeking practitioners who thrive upon innovation and are not averse to change. It is essential that you are a keen public health advocate who can demonstrate delivery of the healthy child programme.You will need to have the ability to work autonomously and as part of an integrated skill mix team.You need to have excellent communication skills and experience of working in partnership across organisational boundaries.You will need experience and knowledge of safeguarding children and families.You will need to be able to drive.What our staff say"I have worked in Lincolnshire as a School Nurse from 2009-2017 and as a Health Visitor from 2017 until present day. I can honestly say that I love living and working in this county; there are not many people who can say they see beautiful, calming countryside and the sea going about their working day.We have regular one to ones and supervision to support our practice along with group safeguarding supervision and regular team meetings during which everyone's voice can be heard and ideas shared. The training available is of a highstandard and there are many opportunities provided to pursue your individual professional goals such as being a breastfeeding/mental health/autism champion or taking part in studies to enhance our practice (I recently took part in a pilot study around surviving crying).According to its health profile, East Lindsey is an area of high deprivation which means that my caseload is extremely diverse, and every day brings new challenges. Working as a Health Visitor means that I can make a real difference to the lives of the children and families I meet.The County Council encourage you to be part of the changing face of early years services and are very open to hearing your views; working groups aimed at developing the early years offer are currently in place both within Children's Health and Children's Services. Who would not want to be part of such a pioneering organisation?”Julie Bayliss HV East Lindsey SouthOur offerWe can offer you opportunities for personal and professional development. The Children's Health Team has a strong champion role structure which helps support the service and development of staff by encouraging involvement of HV's in their area of interest, for example we are currently training practitioners in video interactive guidance (VIG), and as lactation consultants. In Children's Health we support new areas of practice such as the development of a safe sleep tool and embedding the Solihull approach.At Lincolnshire County Council we strongly believe in supporting our HV's and provide regular clinical and safeguarding supervision.For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship programme in place to aid your development.There is the opportunity for career progression through the G9 and G10 pay-scales depending on knowledge and experience.If you have contributed to the NHS pension for one year this can be continued and NMC annual professional fees are paid.Previous applicants need not apply.If you require any further information, please contact-Practice Supervisor 07887509875Locality health Manager Dawn Firth 07741 606055Closing date 15/09/2025Interviews will be held on 25/09/2025Please be advised that this position will be subject to a disclosure and barring check.All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.A Smarter Working EmployerWe have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.Fluency DutyIn accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.Attached documentsHealth Visitor
