Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Allergy Nurse

The closing date is 07 August 2025

Job summary

Permanent | Full time (part time considered)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and enthusiastic Paediatric Nurse to join the expanding Paediatric Allergy Service at Sheffield Children's. You will help deliver high-quality, holistic care to children and young people with allergic disease, and their families.

You will manage and develop the oral food challenge service, ensuring that all procedures are carried out safely and effectively. The post also includes mentoring and supporting Band 5 nurses and Band 4 nursing associates, and contributing to service leadership and development in collaboration with the Band 7 nurse.

About You:

  • Registered Nurse (Child) - RSCN

  • Band 6 nursing experience

  • Demonstrated interest in allergic conditions and their management

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Matron, your responsibilities will include:

  • Deliver holistic allergy care and education to children, young people, and their families

  • Manage the oral food challenge service, ensuring patient safety and clinical standards

  • Supervise and support junior nursing staff within the allergy team

  • Provide specialist education, advice, and support to families and professionals

  • Monitor patient conditions, administer treatments, and escalate concerns

  • Help develop and implement clinical guidelines and service improvements

  • Be an independent non-medical prescriber within areas of competence

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.

Details

Date posted

24 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

425-25-7330841

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


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

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)
  • 998 or equivalent teaching certificate

Desirable

  • NRTC Training Course in Allergy
  • Paediatric Life Support Certificate AF

Experience

Essential

  • Band 6 experience

Desirable

  • Medical and/or Surgical experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Knowledge of Holistic Family Centred Care using evidence based practices
  • Interest in Allergy or Allergic Conditions and its management

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Good Organisational skills
  • Good Communication skills
  • Time Management
  • Management of own Client Group
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a team Conscientious
  • Flexible and adaptable

Desirable

  • Interest or experience in audit and research
  • Venepuncture
  • Leadership qualities
  • Willingness to develop skills
Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • RN Child (RSCN)
  • 998 or equivalent teaching certificate

Desirable

  • NRTC Training Course in Allergy
  • Paediatric Life Support Certificate AF

Experience

Essential

  • Band 6 experience

Desirable

  • Medical and/or Surgical experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Knowledge of Holistic Family Centred Care using evidence based practices
  • Interest in Allergy or Allergic Conditions and its management

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Good Organisational skills
  • Good Communication skills
  • Time Management
  • Management of own Client Group
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a team Conscientious
  • Flexible and adaptable

Desirable

  • Interest or experience in audit and research
  • Venepuncture
  • Leadership qualities
  • Willingness to develop skills

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Allergy Nurse

Lynsey Perkins

lynsey.perkins1@nhs.net

01142267872

Details

Date posted

24 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

425-25-7330841

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


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