Band 7 Health Visitor — Island Community Care Lead

NHS Scotland; Balivanich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Band 7 Health Visitor for a permanent post in Uist and Barra. The role involves providing an accessible, culturally sensitive health visiting service, managing a caseload, and actively participating in child wellbeing and protection meetings. Candidates must be NMC Registrants with a postgraduate qualification as a Health Visitor and demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A full UK driving license is required. Competitive salary with additional allowances for distant islands.

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC and possess a postgraduate qualification as a Health Visitor.
• Proven track record of continuous professional development.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality, culturally sensitive health visiting service.
• Manage a caseload and collaborate with service users and care providers.
• Attend and/or chair child wellbeing and protection meetings.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

NMC Registrant

Post-graduate academic qualification as a Health Visitor

Job description

A healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Band 7 Health Visitor for a permanent post in Uist and Barra. The role involves providing an accessible, culturally sensitive health visiting service, managing a caseload, and actively participating in child wellbeing and protection meetings. Candidates must be NMC Registrants with a postgraduate qualification as a Health Visitor and demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A full UK driving license is required. Competitive salary with additional allowances for distant islands.