Public Health Support Worker
Job summary
12 month fixed term contract
Various part time hours available
Be part of the Rotherham Children's Public Health Nursing Team!
The post holder will provide a high standard of physical and emotional care to service users across the Rotherham area, will work closely with the 0-19 public health team and Oral Health Lead to assess a family or childs health needs. The post holder will work independently with the child/family following an agreed plan of care, will work in partnership with CYP & families, will be expected to contribute to the on-going development of the Rotherham Children's Public Health Nursing Service and support with all commissioned work detailed in the service specification including the supervised tooth brushing programme.
Subject to AFC job matching.
Main duties of the job
- To have some knowledge of child development and Oral Health across the 0-19 age range
- To liaise with other health professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to improve and maintain outcomes for children and families
- To attend meetings as required ensuring effective communication up and down the service
- Work collaboratively with the Public Health Nurses and Oral Health Lead to plan, implement and undertake any work commissioned and outlined in the service specification including supporting the supervised toothbrushing programme.
- To work collaboratively with internal and external partners delivering child focussed care
- To access peer or clinical supervision
- To work with families with an identified need as directed and supervised by Public Health Nurses and Oral Health Lead.
- To access relevant study days to enhance skills and knowledge
- To liaise and work in partnership with a designated 0-19 Team leader and To adhere to TRFT policies and procedures for safeguarding children and adults.
- To represent The Rotherham Foundation Trust both locally and nationally where appropriate
- To communicate effectively ensuring cascading of relevant information up and down The Rotherham Foundation Trust organisational structure including 0-19 locality teams
- To work flexibly to provide cover for absent colleagues when required.
- To share knowledge across the wider CYPS workforce
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
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Details
Date posted
28 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year Pro rata/per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9165-25-09-020
Job locations
Rotherham Community Health Centre
Greasbrough Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 1RY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child development, across the age range
- Demonstrate knowledge of confidentiality and information sharing requirements
- Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding children
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths A-C/4-9
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the post
Desirable
- NVQ /BTEC or equivalent in a relevant topic area e.g Health and Social Care.
Experience
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child development, across the age range
- Demonstrate knowledge of confidentiality and information sharing requirements
- Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding children
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths A-C/4-9
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the post
Desirable
- NVQ /BTEC or equivalent in a relevant topic area e.g Health and Social Care.
Experience
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rotherham Community Health Centre
Greasbrough Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 1RY
Employer's website
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rotherham Community Health Centre
Greasbrough Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 1RY
Employer's website
Salary range
- £24,937 - £26,598 per year