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An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in the 5-19 Healthy Child Programme .

We are looking to recruit flexible, dynamic, and motivated individuals for an exciting opportunity as School Health Assistants (SHA) working term time only, to work in the Healthy Child Programme 5-19 (HCP) teams in West Sussex, offering support to children, young people and their families.

There are several posts available across West Sussex based in Crawley and Arundel .

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The SHA roles promote the health of children by undertaking hearing and vision screening for pupils in Reception year, and National Child Measurement Programme(NCMP) measurements for pupils in both Reception and Year 6 classes.

You will need to have Math's and English GCSEs or equivalent qualifications. 

Excellent IT skills are essential, and a working knowledge of Excel and outlook are vital for this role. In-house training will be provided on our electronic patient record system.

You will need to be a good communicator, well-organised, and able to travel between school and clinic locations across West Sussex.
Previous experience working with children/young people is desirable, but not essential and full training will be provided.
 

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) is the largest community healthcare provider in Sussex.

• Over 8,400 full time, part time and bank staff members
• Medical, nursing and therapeutic care provided to over 10,000 children and adults a day
• July 2018 Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating of ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features
• Flexible working patterns offered across all services
• Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
• Accredited Level 3 Disability Confident Leader

SCFT is an inclusive employer that promotes equality and challenges discrimination, and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. Applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, disabled candidates and LGBT+ candidates are particularly encouraged, to ensure the Trust’s workforce reflects the diverse communities it serves.