Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

A&E Paediatric Staff Nurse

The closing date is 29 September 2025

Job summary

***Band 5 A&E Paediatric Staff Nurse opportunity - join Kingston Hospital NHS Trust***

Do you have a real passion for caring for children in the Emergency Department? If so, Kingston Hospital NHS Trust is the place for you!

Main duties of the job

Are you a qualifiedRSCN/RN Paediatric ED Staff Nurse? Qualifying soon, thinking ofreturning to practiceor anexperienced Children's Nurseand looking for a change? If yes, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for enthusiastic Band 5 RSCN/RNCB Children Nursesto join our friendly and dynamic Paediatric Emergency Department at Kingston Hospital.

Our Practice Development Nurse, ED Senior Sister and Paediatric ED Matron will support and encourage you to develop both clinically and managerially and offer a comprehensive induction programme, preceptorship, teaching sessions and in-house training. We also offer regular paediatric simulations led by Consultants in the ED resuscitation bay, and an ED Resus Team is available to support you in resuscitation scenarios.

About us

Development and staff wellbeing

Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development with a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly "shoutouts" and patient feedback, monthly and staff awards.

Our Trust values

These words are important reminders, but it's our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring values to life in their work.

  • Compassionate
  • Inclusive
  • Collaborative
  • Inspiring

Details

Date posted

15 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum incl HCAS pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7448282-GO-PB

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Gaslworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document and person specification which contains more information about the role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document and person specification which contains more information about the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSCN/RN Child

Desirable

  • Degree

Skills

Essential

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Clinical governance frameworks
  • Able to articulate how the Trust vision, values, and strategic objectives apply to role.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSCN/RN Child

Desirable

  • Degree

Skills

Essential

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Clinical governance frameworks
  • Able to articulate how the Trust vision, values, and strategic objectives apply to role.

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.

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.

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

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Gaslworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Gaslworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Paediatric ED Matron

Tony Newman

tony.newman@nhs.net

02085467711

Details

Date posted

15 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum incl HCAS pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7448282-GO-PB

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Gaslworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Supporting documents

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