Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Staff Nurse in Paediatrics

The closing date is 05 October 2025

Job summary

Staff Nurse in Paediatrics

We have a vacancy for a full time Band 5 Staff Nurse in Paediatrics.The Paediatric Unit comprises of 24 beds and 2 high dependency beds, an expanding ambulatory care, a new physical assessment unit, a designated children's outpatients and a paediatric outreach nursing team.

Main duties of the job

It is a busy, friendly unit that provides high quality care for children with a wide range of medical, surgical and complex conditions.We are looking for RSCN/RNCB children nurses, who are interested in developing their knowledge and skills to care for children with acute and complex needs.

You will be supported in your role through a comprehensive induction. There are opportunities to rotate to the Neonatal Unit and Children's A&E in addition to developing your high dependency nursing skills.

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

22 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year pa incl HCAS (Outer) pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7458986-GO-PB-Z

Job locations

Kingston

Galsworthy road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSCN/RN (Child)

Experience

Desirable

  • Past work with children or customer care environment
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSCN/RN (Child)

Experience

Desirable

  • Past work with children or customer care environment

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

Galsworthy 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

Galsworthy 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:

Senior Sister

Hind Thomas

hindthomas@nhs.net

02085467711

Details

Date posted

22 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year pa incl HCAS (Outer) pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7458986-GO-PB-Z

Job locations

Kingston

Galsworthy road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Supporting documents

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