Job summary
Permanent | Full-time
Join Sheffield Children's as a HCID Nurse Specialist, playing an important role in NHSE's expansion of paediatric HCID services. You will lead the development of education, training, policies, and protocols to prepare our teams to safely care for children with high consequence infectious diseases. Working with infection prevention, infectious diseases, and health & safety teams, you will help ensure safe, compassionate care for children and their families.
About You:
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Registered Nurse (RSCN or RGN) with current NMC registration
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IPC qualification with knowledge of HCID management and transmission risks
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Experience in senior nursing roles with expertise in policy development
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Experience with developing healthcare training, including simulation and competency assessments
Main duties of the job
You will report to the Lead Nurse (IPC), and your responsibilities will include:
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Lead development and implementation of HCID-related education, training, and governance policies
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Collaborate with teams across local, regional, and national levels
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Deliver evidence-based training and simulation programmes tailored for HCID preparedness
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Provide pastoral support and communicate complex information to diverse audiences
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Conduct audits, evaluate training effectiveness, and promote service improvement
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Maintain knowledge of HCID risks, infection control measures, and emergency response frameworks
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN) with current NMC registration or RN adult (RGN) with extensive HCID knowledge and current NMC registration
- Educated to master's level or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through a combination of in-depth experience, post- graduate or post registration study and/or courses
- IPC qualification
Desirable
- Recognised leadership/mentoring/coaching course
- HCID experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing highly contagious infectious diseases, including outbreak response and containment strategies
- Experience of senior nursing roles, leading teams and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care
- Experience designing and delivering healthcare training programmes, including simulation exercises and competency-based education
- Experience in the safe admission, treatment, and discharge of HCID patients, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines
- Experience conducting audits, evaluating training effectiveness, and reporting findings to drive continuous improvement
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Comprehensive understanding of HCIDs, transmission risks, and infection control measures
- Understanding of healthcare governance frameworks and experience in developing and implementing policies for emergency preparedness and response
- Ability to identify training gaps and deliver evidence-based education to both clinical and non-clinical colleagues
- The ability to communicate with a range of different people within the organisation and present information in a way that is easy to understand to effectively engage with people
- Able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment
- IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc
Desirable
Personal attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work with a desire to make positive changes to practice
- Passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can fully participate and thrive
- Ability to work effectively within a team, developing positive relationships with others and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and objectives
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN) with current NMC registration or RN adult (RGN) with extensive HCID knowledge and current NMC registration
- Educated to master's level or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through a combination of in-depth experience, post- graduate or post registration study and/or courses
- IPC qualification
Desirable
- Recognised leadership/mentoring/coaching course
- HCID experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing highly contagious infectious diseases, including outbreak response and containment strategies
- Experience of senior nursing roles, leading teams and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care
- Experience designing and delivering healthcare training programmes, including simulation exercises and competency-based education
- Experience in the safe admission, treatment, and discharge of HCID patients, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines
- Experience conducting audits, evaluating training effectiveness, and reporting findings to drive continuous improvement
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Comprehensive understanding of HCIDs, transmission risks, and infection control measures
- Understanding of healthcare governance frameworks and experience in developing and implementing policies for emergency preparedness and response
- Ability to identify training gaps and deliver evidence-based education to both clinical and non-clinical colleagues
- The ability to communicate with a range of different people within the organisation and present information in a way that is easy to understand to effectively engage with people
- Able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment
- IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc
Desirable
Personal attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work with a desire to make positive changes to practice
- Passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can fully participate and thrive
- Ability to work effectively within a team, developing positive relationships with others and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and objectives
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).
