Sutton (On-Site)
Permanent, Full time
No DBS check required
£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)
About the Borough :
In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.
Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.
All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.
Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.
About the Service and Team :
Join our Specialist Public Health (0-19) Service, covering Cheam and South Sutton, Carshalton, Wallington, and Central Sutton. Our Health Visiting and School Nursing teams are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families, with a focus on school readiness, mental health and well-being, and enhancing SEND provision.
We proudly deliver the Healthy Child Programme for children aged 0-19, providing a comprehensive range of support to families in our community.
Why Work With Us?
For more information on the role and the service, download the Candidate Pack attached.
For an informal discussion, feel free to contact Jean Crate, Service Manager, at
jean.crate@sutton.gov.uk
About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate :
We are looking for a passionate and proactive Health Visitor who shares our commitment to improving health outcomes for children and families in Sutton. You'll work closely with the Head of Service to deliver the strategic vision for children's services, fostering collaboration between Health and Local Authority partners to achieve the best results.
You will bring a strong commitment to empowering families, enabling them to take responsibility for their health through education, support, and community-based care. Your practice will be guided by the four principles of health visiting:
Our Offer to You :
At our organisation, we are committed to nurturing and developing talent. We offer a supportive, friendly, and collaborative environment where you can thrive, grow, and advance your career. We value your ideas, whether big or small, and encourage contributions that help improve the way we work. You'll be supported by a dynamic, experienced management team, eager to hear your thoughts and drive change.
In addition, we offer:
Additional employee benefits include:
Application Process :
Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.
To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Additional Information :
We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen here. We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.
We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.
The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the GOV.UK website for right to work guidance.
#LI-JT
In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.
Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.
All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.
Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.
About the Service and Team :
Join our Specialist Public Health (0-19) Service, covering Cheam and South Sutton, Carshalton, Wallington, and Central Sutton. Our Health Visiting and School Nursing teams are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families, with a focus on school readiness, mental health and well-being, and enhancing SEND provision.
We proudly deliver the Healthy Child Programme for children aged 0-19, providing a comprehensive range of support to families in our community.
Why Work With Us?
- Comprehensive Training and Development: We are passionate about supporting our staff to grow. Whether your interests lie in leadership, specialist areas such as speech and language, perinatal mental health, or working with children with additional needs, we provide tailored training and personal development opportunities to help you progress your career.
- Innovation and Collaboration: We actively encourage innovation and ambition, empowering staff to contribute their ideas to enhance our service. Your voice matters here, and together, we continually strive to improve outcomes for Sutton's residents.
- Modern and Flexible Working Environment: Embrace a modern approach to working with flexible options to work from our main bases, on the move, or at home. Equipped with Google Chromebooks, apps, and advanced technology, our team benefits from streamlined, collaborative, and adaptable working practices.
For more information on the role and the service, download the Candidate Pack attached.
For an informal discussion, feel free to contact Jean Crate, Service Manager, at
jean.crate@sutton.gov.uk
About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate :
We are looking for a passionate and proactive Health Visitor who shares our commitment to improving health outcomes for children and families in Sutton. You'll work closely with the Head of Service to deliver the strategic vision for children's services, fostering collaboration between Health and Local Authority partners to achieve the best results.
You will bring a strong commitment to empowering families, enabling them to take responsibility for their health through education, support, and community-based care. Your practice will be guided by the four principles of health visiting:
- Searching for health needs
- Raising health awareness
- Influencing health-related policies
- Facilitating health-enhancing activities
- Deliver the Healthy Child Programme to Sutton's families with a focus on quality and impact.
- Identify health needs early and provide tailored interventions to help children reach their full potential.
- Ensure vulnerable children are supported with timely, effective care and interventions.
Our Offer to You :
At our organisation, we are committed to nurturing and developing talent. We offer a supportive, friendly, and collaborative environment where you can thrive, grow, and advance your career. We value your ideas, whether big or small, and encourage contributions that help improve the way we work. You'll be supported by a dynamic, experienced management team, eager to hear your thoughts and drive change.
In addition, we offer:
- Access to the NHS Employment Service Passport, which will recognise continuous service for a number of LBS contractual entitlements, such as annual leave, occupational sick pay, occupational maternity pay, and other leave arrangements..
- A Golden Handshake payment of £1,500 on appointment, with an additional £1,500 after 2 years of service.
- Localised Flexitime for improved work-life balance.
Additional employee benefits include:
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time).
- Flexi-time (available for roles at grades 1-9).
- Three volunteering days per year in Sutton.
- Access to comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
- Discounts for shopping, dining, and leisure activities.
- Interest-free season ticket loans and local government pension scheme.
- Car parking scheme and cycle-to-work options.
- Zip car scheme and subsidised gym membership.
- Free eye tests and contributions towards glasses.
- Confidential wellbeing and counselling support.
- A range of staff networks offering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.
Application Process :
Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.
To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Additional Information :
We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen here. We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.
We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.
The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the GOV.UK website for right to work guidance.
#LI-JT
Closing date: Sun 23/03/2025 at 11:49
Job reference: 3328