Children's Nurse Coordinator

at  Suffolk County Council

• Suffolk County Council – Countywide - Hybrid
• £38,223 per annum (pro rata if part time)
• 37 hours per week - term time working available
• Permanent

Imagine a career where your ideas shape the future, your work directly impacts your community, and your growth is supported at every step. That’s what we offer at Suffolk County Council. As our new Children’s Nurse Coordinator for Specialist Learning Support, you’ll be at the forefront of reimagining how local government can serve and improve lives. Join us, and let’s reimagine the possibilities together.

• Are you a registered children’s nurse looking for a new opportunity to work within an organisation that will help to develop you to achieve your goals?
• Would you like to work in an incredibly varied, challenging and rewarding role to facilitate these Children and Young People (CYP) to access school?
• Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of these CYP and enabling them to reach their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated Children’s Nurse to join our team of Care Coordinators in a dynamic and fulfilling role. As part of a trio of specialised nurses, you’ll play a crucial part in supporting children with complex medical needs to access education.
You will thrive in a flexible environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting our team of Specialist Learning Support Assistants (SpLSAs). This role demands quick thinking and the ability to work independently, making it perfect for a proactive and resourceful nurse looking to make a real difference in children’s lives.

You will:

• jointly train, monitor and supervise a team of 22 Specialist Learning Support Assistants in the medical interventions required to meet the needs of the CYP alongside the two current Care Co-ordinators
• work collaboratively with colleagues in education, health and social care, attending meetings where necessary.
• line managing a small team of SpLSAs and be responsible for their professional development
• assessment of competency in a variety of medical interventions in line with the service guidelines and assessment frameworks
• undertake relevant CYP school health care plans and risk assessments for CYP and staff in a variety of settings.

You will need

• Current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration with child branch registration or RSCN diploma/degree
• A mentorship or teaching qualification (or willingness to undertake)
• Experience of working with CYP with complex medical needs and reliant upon technology such as tracheostomy, gastrostomy feeding, jejunostomy feeding, non-invasive ventilation, oral suction, oxygen therapy
• Experience of managing people

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don’t meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.