Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Qualified in Speciality Neonatal Staff Nurse - NICU

The closing date is 15 January 2026

Job summary

Closing Date: 15/01/26

Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 19/01/26

Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 26/01/26

Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (QIS Qualified)

You must be 'Qualified in Specialty'to apply (specific neonatal qualification enb 405 or equivalent).

At our Outstanding CQC rated (Nov24) NICU we care for the sickest, smallest and earliest babies from birth through to discharge and pride ourselves on our exceptionally high standards of care.

Accredited as the first NICU in the country to achieve UNICEF Baby Friendly Neonatal Standards we are very proud of the parents as partners in care ethos that underpins every aspect of the care we deliver to babies and their families within the service.

We are currently looking to recruit Qualified in Specialty (QIS) Neonatal Nurses to add to our ICU team to help us to reach compliance with British Association of Perinatal Medicine standards.

The Neonatal Service at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a friendly, innovative and forward thinking multi-disciplinary team that provides high quality care for babies from across the Yorkshire and Humber and beyond. We are proud of our close relationships with other neonatal units in the Yorkshire and Humber Operational Delivery Network and with Embrace.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurseswho currently hold QIS status in Neonatal Careto join our NICU family at Bradford Teaching Hospitals.

To apply you will need to already possess an NMC Pin and the QIS qualification in Neonatal Care.

The post holder is expected to deliver safe and high quality nursing care whilst ensuring effective, efficient and economic use of services and resources.

The post holder will maintain a safe environment for babies, families and staff, reporting concerns as they arise and ensuring appropriate remedies/ action plans are put in place.

The post holder will identify areas of practice development within the service and support the team leader to deliver on departmental goals.

About us

Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:

  • We value people
  • We are one team
  • We care

We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Details

Date posted

02 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

389-25-7673916

Job locations

Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a Neonatal Nurse (QIS)

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to use IT packages
  • Motivation to learn
  • Able to recognise own limitations and ask for help.
  • Ability to plan time and manage others
  • Desire to be involved in quality improvement work

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSCN / RN Child with current NMC registration in the UK
  • Holds Qualified in Speciality Neonatal Care qualification (formerly ebn 405)

Desirable

  • Mentorship Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality

Other Requirements

Essential

  • This post is part of a team that provides 24/7 care. You must be able to work the full score of shift patterns in the area. (Days, Nights, Weekends, Bank Holidays)
  • Successful applicants will be required to apply to join the ODN Foundation programme of training by the end of a probation period unless the candidate has already completed or exceeded this level of training.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a Neonatal Nurse (QIS)

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to use IT packages
  • Motivation to learn
  • Able to recognise own limitations and ask for help.
  • Ability to plan time and manage others
  • Desire to be involved in quality improvement work

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSCN / RN Child with current NMC registration in the UK
  • Holds Qualified in Speciality Neonatal Care qualification (formerly ebn 405)

Desirable

  • Mentorship Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality

Other Requirements

Essential

  • This post is part of a team that provides 24/7 care. You must be able to work the full score of shift patterns in the area. (Days, Nights, Weekends, Bank Holidays)
  • Successful applicants will be required to apply to join the ODN Foundation programme of training by the end of a probation period unless the candidate has already completed or exceeded this level of training.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Employer's website

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Employer's website

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Jamie Steele

Jamie.Steele@bthft.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

02 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

389-25-7673916

Job locations

Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


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