Parish Nurse
hace 24 horas
London
The Diocese of Sheffield is called to grow a diverse network of Christ-like, lively and sustainable Christian communities in every place which are effective in making disciples and in seeking to transform our society and Gods world. The Diocese of Sheffield is looking to employ an NMC Registered Nurse in a paid position to lead their new Parish Nursing Service at St Leonards Church, Arbourthorne and surrounding area. This innovative service is provided in partnership with Parish Nursing Ministries UK and aims to improve and maintain the wholistic health and wellbeing of local people in Arbourthorne, Norfolk Park and Manor. Were seeking a Parish Nurse who feels called to serve our diverse multicultural community - supporting families, the vulnerable, and those on the margins with compassion and faith with a focus on mental health. Could you walk alongside those in need by bringing practical care and spiritual hope to our vibrant, multi-cultural neighbourhood? Then this role is for you! The parish nurse role includes: o General health education o Personal health screening, health support and referral o Advocating for individuals and health more widely o Acting as health navigator and resource o Providing spiritual care o Supporting and training volunteers o Liaising with other local services o supporting the wider health, safety and risk management of the church/organisation and congregation. Current UK registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is essential and support for revalidation can be provided. Right to Work in the UK: applicants must have, or be able to demonstrate that they will have, the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. The Diocese of Sheffield is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. The person will be required to undertake formal role preparation and to offer spiritual care and Christian prayer when requested (it is therefore a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the applicant to be a Christian). This is a post funded by a grant from the National Church currently up to the end of 2028 with the potential for further review to 2031. Part-Time, 28 hours per week (Other Part-Time Options Available) Working Pattern flexible, to be agreed with the hosting church Pro Rata Salary £28,000 (£35,000 FTE) 10% employer contribution to pension Generous Holiday Entitlement Location: St Leonards Church, Arbourthorne A full vision and an application pack can be found on our website sheffield.anglican.org Please send your completed application form to recruitment(AT)sheffield.anglican.org Closing date: Tuesday 21 July (Noon) Shortlisting date: Wednesday 22 July Interview date: Wednesday 29 July For more information on the role please contact: James Noble: Tel: (0114) 265 3145 or Jane Anderson: jane.anderson(AT)sheffield.anglican.org Tel: (01709) 309100 JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: PARISH NURSE EMPLOYER: SHEFFIELD BOARD OF FINANCE RESPONSIBLE TO: StLeonardsLeadership Team andBoard of Trustees RESPONSIBLE FOR: N/A The Diocese of Sheffield is called to grow a diverse network of Christ-like, lively and sustainable Christian communities in every place which are effective in making disciples and in seeking to transform our society and Gods world. Location :Office/clinicbased at St Leonards Church Arbourthorne, with drop-in sessions across the wider Arbourthorne/Norfolk Park and the Manor Parish community. Accountable to :Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) StLeonardsleadership team andboard of trustees Supervised by: Rev. Lucy Sablan Line management : James Noble, St Leonards Church Trustee Associated with : Parish Nursing UK Manor and CastleDevelopment Trust MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The successful candidate will providesupportand carethat promotes physical, mental,emotional,and spiritual well-being within the local area and wider community. Based from St Leonard's Church Arbourthorne and working across the communities of Arbourthorne, Norfolk Park and Manor. Acting as acompassionatepresence engaging with the community, offering health information,referralsand signposting.Particularlyfor vulnerable and isolatedindividuals. St.Leonard'sis a church and communitycenterbased and located between Arbourthorne and Norfolk Park in Sheffield. Our vision is to demonstrate Gods love in practical ways be helping the local people thrive in mind, body and spirit. We serve a community experiencing significant social deprivation and health inequalities. Challenges relating to physical health, mental well-being,social isolation,poverty,and access to services are common. Mental health needs are particularly prevalent in the area. The Parish Nurse will play a key role in supporting individuals and familiesthroughaholistic approachto care. This roleseeksto bridge faith,health,and community services, helping people accessappropriate supportwhile fostering well-being,dignity,and inclusion. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Health education and support Provide health education andpromotehealthy lifestyle throughone-to-oneconversations,groupsand community events. Offer information and support relating to physicalandmental health well-being. Encourage preventative health care and early intervention. Provide basic health screening and referrals to GP services as needed. Accompany people to appointments. Community clinics and drop-inservices Work collaboratively, developing andmaintainingstrong relationships with the local GP practice,retirement community links,and Manor and Castle Development Trust. Liaise with other local services. Providehome visits. Provide church basedclinics. Provide Drop in sessions and signposting support in a regular weekly slot at the local GP practice. Identify opportunities for and develop drop ins/support in the Manor parish churches. AttendourWednesdayCafe mornings . Develop supportive programmes, courses,andsupport groups based on needs they have identified. Management of Volunteer Team If and when needed, to recruit a team of volunteers to work with and support parish nursing in the church and local community, with assistance from PNMUK and St Leonards Church Trustees, to ensure correct volunteer recruitment and training processes are carried out. Spiritual care Provide compassionate spiritual supportappropriatetoanindividuals needsand wishes. Offer prayer and pastoral support when requested. Professional Management To attend team meetings and regular one to one meetings with line manager To work as an autonomous and lone practitioner, ensuring adherence to the church/organisations systems for lone workers To maintain accurate, systematic and timely record keeping of health interventions in keeping with NMC Record Keeping guidance, ensuring safe storage of documentation To keep statistical information required by the church/organisation, any funders and PNMUK To manage the resources of the parish nursing service, including any financial resources, in line with professional standards and quality of care To participate in annual development review with direct line manager To adhere to church/organisation policies and NMC requirements To promote safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk in all parish nursing activities To ensure confidentiality and data protection processes are in place, and policies are adhered to at all times To maintain the Parish Nurse Quality Standards, annually reviewing these with the Regional Nurse Coordinator To take appropriate action in regard to any accident or incident occurring to a volunteer, client, staff member or visitor To take opportunities to promote parish nursing in the local area Personal Development To be aware of, and act in accordance with, the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct at all times To ensure current NMC registration and membership of a professional organisation To work within the scope of knowledge and competence at all times To ensure own spiritual care needs are met To participate in regular spiritual supervision To maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills and undertake education in accordance with individual parish nurse and church needs To attend a PNMUK Community of Practice for professional supervision and support To attend annual review meetings with PNMUK Regional Nurse Coordinator To attend the 4-day online Preparation to Practice trainingcourse by Parish Nursing Ministries UK, (7,8,14,28 September 2026) The post holder will comply with all standards, policies and procedures set by the diocese including, but not limited to, those governing safeguarding, health and safety, GDPR, confidentiality and equal opportunities. The post holder is required to: Support the ethos, aims and objectives of the Sheffield Diocesan Board of Finance Participate in performance management and appraisal/personal development reviews. The post holder may be required to work outside normal office hours including occasional weekend working, subject to time off in lieu. This role description provides a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and is not an exhaustive list.The post holder may be asked to undertake any other relevant duties appropriate to the post.The role description will be amended over time, in full consultation with the post holder, to meet the needs of the Diocese. P E RS O N S P E CI F IC A T I ON: PARISH NURSE C R I T E R I A Q u a li f i c a ti ons/ Training An NMC Degree Registered nurse with experience of working with people with mental health challenges Current UK Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration Evidence of post registration education and training Completion of the PNMUK Preparation for Parish Nursing Practice online course on 7,8,14,28 September 2026 Community Nursing/Specialist Mental Health Qualification Some theological or discipleship training Knowledge High standard of clinical expertise Leadership skills and the ability to motivate staff Ability to work independently and within a team Decision making skills Excellent communication and listening skills IT skills High level knowledge of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct Detailed knowledge of Personal Development Planning Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementations Knowledge of the purpose and value of Clinical Supervision and support of staff Understanding of, and commitment to, equal opportunities Understanding and experience of a multi-cultural/multi-faith area Experience A minimum of two years post-registration experience Experience of working with diverse groups and supporting families Experience of working within Community Nursing Previous management experience Experience of working with people of all ages Other A practising Christian with a deep rooted faith Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations Driving License This post carries an Occupational Requirement under the provisions of the Equality Act for the postholder to have a committed Christian faith. 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