Assistant Practitioner
Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS TrustTown Of Cambridge, Western Australia, Australia9 days ago
Job descriptionHolds an NVQ Level 3 in Child Development (or equivalent) Has a strong understanding of child development Is confident in providing advice and guidance to families Thrives both in team settings and when working independently Support the integrated 0-19 Healthy Child Programme (HCP) locality team in providing an innovative and high quality service in an environment that enhances client care and promotes child and family wellbeing. Act autonomously to support ongoing assessment and review of clients and manage a specified caseload identified as needing further support as part of universal and universal plus service provision. Act as first contact in clinics and outreach locations ensuring a high standard of client care, and liaise regularly with the caseload holder to assist in the co-ordination and development of the service. Develop specialist interest areas to enrich knowledge and skills within the Cambridgeshire Children & Young Peoples Service. Facilitate health programmes independently or in partnership with health and locality teams. Participate in continuous service improvement within the organisation / service priorities. Building on existing assessment of families needs and delivering packages of planned care with no direct supervision Providing and receiving complex and sensitive child-related information from health and social care staff to determine referrals and appropriate signposting Supporting clients with more complex / additional needs Demonstrating motivation and behaviour change with children and families to enable self-efficacy, resilience and strength-based relationships Recognising and reporting health and safety or risk issues Writing concise, accurate and timely records in line with policy Carrying out specified assessment and intervention with own initiative and modifying as needed Holding own caseload with support from SCPHN for planned packages of care Holding a special interest role and supporting staff within locality and service Promoting equality, diversity and rights; ensuring safety and dignity for all clients Promoting positive health choices and planning / organising health education events Act autonomously and support the integrated 0-19 HCP locality team in delivering a high-quality service Assist in ongoing assessment and review of clients Work without direct supervision to a specified caseload as part of universal and universal plus service provision Be a first contact in clinics and outreach locations, ensuring high standards of care Liaise with the caseload holder to coordinate and develop the service Develop specialist interests within the Cambridgeshire Children & Young People\'s Service Facilitate health programmes independently or with partner teams Participate in continuous service improvement Work independently in various settings, handling emotional and distressing circumstances Undertake independent decision making regarding referrals related to high impact areas to improve outcomes Attend mandatory training and maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge Provide guidance and practical training to new staff Engage in weekly allocation meetings and work across a defined locality Assist in prioritisation of referrals, booking appointments and independent client assessment Identify unmet needs and gaps and raise with SCPHN or Team Manager Ensure equipment is safe, clean and maintained Provide timely data on referrals and clinical activity Take responsibility for health and safety obligations Liaise with 0-19 HCP locality team and related agencies Develop good working relationships with parents / carers and other health, social or voluntary agencies Communicate effectively in complex situations, with engagement, negotiation and explanation as needed Minimise expenditure where possible Participate in annual performance reviews and staff development Attend mandatory training and contribute to service meetings Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection and information governance policies Adhere to risk assessment and risk management processes Contribute to supervision and development, and ongoing clinical observations Adhere to infection control policies and participate in safeguarding audits Participate in emergency preparedness for the team NNEB or equivalent BTEC National Diploma in Children\'s Care, Learning and Development CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education NVQ Level 3 in Children\'s Care, Learning and Development Foundation degree in a relevant area Care Certificate or willingness to undertake within 6 months of employment Experience of working with children, young people and their families Ability to work autonomously and independently Awareness of child development and public health agenda Experience of working with families in the community Experience with multidisciplinary agencies Ability to work flexibly as part of a team Knowledge of IT packages (Word, Outlook, SystmOne) Understanding of safeguarding issues Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to facilitate group work with young people, parents or carers
Assistant Practitioner – Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust
The closing date is 03 November 2025
Location : Peacock Centre, Cambridge
Full-time or Part-time opportunities available
Join Us in Shaping Bright Futures for Children in Cambridgeshire!
Are you passionate about child development and eager to make a real difference in your community? Cambridgeshire Community Services (CCS) is seeking enthusiastic, dynamic, and caring Assistant Practitioners to join our dedicated skill-mix team. You will work with families and children aged 0-5, delivering the Healthy Child Programme across South Cambridgeshire.
This is more than just a job - it\'s a chance to transform lives, support families, and help children thrive.
Responsibilities
- Promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people, and families through an early-help and partnership approach.
- Provide support to families facing challenges such as mental health difficulties, disabilities, or complex needs.
- Work both independently and collaboratively alongside our Health Visiting team.
Requirements
Main duties of the job
About us
Rated \'Outstanding\' by the Care Quality Commission, we provide high quality innovative services across the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.
There is a strong focus on staff engagement and development, with a culture that prioritises these elements.
All are welcome to apply.
Job responsibilities
To assist the caseload holder in the management and delivery of care to clients autonomously. Duties may include :
Job Purpose : The post holder will work as part of the 0-19 Healthy Child Programme skills-mix team to promote health and wellbeing of children, young people and families using an early-help and partnership approach.
The post holder will be expected to :
Specific duties
General duties
Communication
Budgetary and People Management
Clinical and Practice Governance
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Experience
Knowledge & Skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure to the DBS will be required to check for criminal convictions.
Employer name
Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust
£27,485 to £30,162 per annum, pro-rata
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