Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to make a different to the lives of children and young people with Epilepsy? An exciting opportunity for a paediatric registered nurse (band 6) who has experience/interest in long term conditions to join the children's epilepsy team. The team are dedicated to the children, young people who have a diagnosis of epilepsy and their families. We currently provide a 5-day service 8-6pm City Wide, current bases Longsight Health Centre and Charlestown Health Centre. The role is a 37.5-hour post however, flexible working can be discussed at interview. The post holder will work as part of this team ensuring the delivery of high-quality health care, education and support to children and families within the home, school and in various community settings. You should have excellent inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to demonstrate sound theoretical evidence-based knowledge. You should be committed to the delivery of high standards of care and demonstrate you can work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The role includes a large amount of lone working and as such we have robust policies in place to safeguard individual Children's Community Nurses. You must have a full driving license and access to a car Further Information contact Carolyn Russell - Advanced Clinical Practitioner 0161 388 4032
Main duties of the job
Registered sick children's nurse/RN child
Teaching and assessing experience
Relevant degree level education/specialist practitioner CCN
Experience working with children and young people with long term conditions/complex health care condition in the community setting. Demonstrate an understanding and application of family centered care and improving self management through comprehensive care planning
Minimum of 3 years post registration.
Evidence of continuing professional development Leadership
Minimum of 3 years post registration.
Evidence of continuing professional development Leadership
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Effective organisational and time management skills
Ability to work unsupervised and in an autonomous manner
Basic IT skills
Car owner/driver
Flexible approach
Motivated and ability to motivate others
Willing to learn new skills Committed to development of Epilepsy Nurse Specialist role
Committed to own personal development and lifelong learning.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the team leader and Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) in the management of a caseload. This will include the assessment and delivery of care needs, and the development and evaluation of programmes of care for children and young people who have a comfirmed diagnosis of epilepsy.
To act up in the absence of the team leader/caseload holder and be responsible for maintaining agreed policies and clinical standards in accordance with agreed criteria.
Assist in the development of the management and development of a designated area of practice in conjunction with the team leader.
Clinical functions
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of epilepsy care in accordance with the Trusts agreed clinical standards.
- Provide education and information to the child/young personand their families/carers around epilepsy related issues including, individualised management plans; safety; lifestyle choices; education; social impacts.
- To promote clinical excellence through the principles of the Trusts philosophy.
- To support the team leader in ensuring the compliance of quality assurance initiatives.
- To participate in the identification of the health needs of the child and young person nursed in the community and to work in close liaison with other health care and multi-agency workers to adopt a multi-disciplinary approach to health care.
- To work closely with hospital colleagues to create seamless care.
- To develop the role of the Childrens Epilepsy Nurse Specialist in accordance with the needs of the client group, the service and the NMC.
- To be responsible for a defined area of practice as agreed by the team leader/manager.
Prescribe treatment for children and young people with epilepsy within their clinical competence, relevant qualification and the remit of the service.
To involve parents, carers, children and young people and encourage them to makeinformed choices concerning their health and wellbeing.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the team leader and Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) in the management of a caseload. This will include the assessment and delivery of care needs, and the development and evaluation of programmes of care for children and young people who have a comfirmed diagnosis of epilepsy.
To act up in the absence of the team leader/caseload holder and be responsible for maintaining agreed policies and clinical standards in accordance with agreed criteria.
Assist in the development of the management and development of a designated area of practice in conjunction with the team leader.
Clinical functions
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of epilepsy care in accordance with the Trusts agreed clinical standards.
- Provide education and information to the child/young personand their families/carers around epilepsy related issues including, individualised management plans; safety; lifestyle choices; education; social impacts.
- To promote clinical excellence through the principles of the Trusts philosophy.
- To support the team leader in ensuring the compliance of quality assurance initiatives.
- To participate in the identification of the health needs of the child and young person nursed in the community and to work in close liaison with other health care and multi-agency workers to adopt a multi-disciplinary approach to health care.
- To work closely with hospital colleagues to create seamless care.
- To develop the role of the Childrens Epilepsy Nurse Specialist in accordance with the needs of the client group, the service and the NMC.
- To be responsible for a defined area of practice as agreed by the team leader/manager.
Prescribe treatment for children and young people with epilepsy within their clinical competence, relevant qualification and the remit of the service.
To involve parents, carers, children and young people and encourage them to makeinformed choices concerning their health and wellbeing.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Sick Children's Nurse
- Teaching and Assessing Experience
- Relevant Degree Level Education / Specialist Practitioner CCN
Desirable
- NMC registered Nurse Independent Prescriber
- Leadership/Management Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience working with children and young people with long term conditions
- Demonstrate understanding and application of family centered care
- Community experience
Desirable
- Specialist Interest / Knowledge in Childhood Epilepsies
- Experience in managing complex safeguarding issues
Training and experience
Essential
- Minimal of 3 year post registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Experience of research / audit
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication
- Effective time management
- Ability to work unsupervised / Autonomy
- Basic IT skills
Attributes
Essential
- Car owner/Driver
- Flexible
- Motivation and ability to motivate others
- Willing to learn new skills
- Committed to development of Epilepsy Specialist Role
- Committed to own personal development and life long learning
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Sick Children's Nurse
- Teaching and Assessing Experience
- Relevant Degree Level Education / Specialist Practitioner CCN
Desirable
- NMC registered Nurse Independent Prescriber
- Leadership/Management Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience working with children and young people with long term conditions
- Demonstrate understanding and application of family centered care
- Community experience
Desirable
- Specialist Interest / Knowledge in Childhood Epilepsies
- Experience in managing complex safeguarding issues
Training and experience
Essential
- Minimal of 3 year post registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Experience of research / audit
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication
- Effective time management
- Ability to work unsupervised / Autonomy
- Basic IT skills
Attributes
Essential
- Car owner/Driver
- Flexible
- Motivation and ability to motivate others
- Willing to learn new skills
- Committed to development of Epilepsy Specialist Role
- Committed to own personal development and life long learning
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
