Job summary
Fixed Term: 12 months | Full-time | Open only to internal applicants from Embrace or SCH Critical Care
Embrace is a specialist, 24/7 transport service dedicated to the safe transfer of critically ill infants and children within Yorkshire, the Humber, and beyond. Handling over 3,400 referrals annually, our expert teams provide essential clinical care, transferring more than 2,200 patients by road and air.
We are looking for someone to join our dynamic team. You will be an important member of our team providing assessment, management, and transport of critically ill neonates and children. This role may involve rotation between a lead critical care unit and the Neonatal and Paediatric Transport Service.
About You:
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Registered nurse on NMC Part 1, 8, or 15
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Relevant specialist qualification (e.g., ENB100/415/405/160/R23 or equivalent)
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Experience at Band 6 (or equivalent) in a Critical Care setting
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Up-to-date transport environment experience
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Lead Nurse, your responsibilities will include:
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Deliver expert clinical care to critically ill infants and children during transfer
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Provide nursing leadership, support, and advice to the team
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Ensure family-centred care remains a priority throughout the transfer process
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Be a clinical role model and resource for colleagues and families
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Promote staff development and foster innovation in patient care
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Contribute to research and evidence-based practice improvements
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 StatementAt 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 StatementAt 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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Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register, Part 1,8 or 15.
- Relevant specialist qualification (ENB100/415/405/160/R23) or equivalent
- Evidence of undertaking APLS/EPLS /NLS courses
- A relevant first degree or working towards
- Evidence of on-going, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake or be underway with a Masters level qualification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years at Band 6, or equivalent, within Critical Care environment
- Up to date experience of working in a Transport environment
- Experience of taking charge of a department
- Experience of leading and managing a team of nurses.
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and audit
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent paediatric / neonatal Critical Care clinical skills
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities: Critical Care Transport experience
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills
- Able to motivate and develop a multiprofessional team
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register, Part 1,8 or 15.
- Relevant specialist qualification (ENB100/415/405/160/R23) or equivalent
- Evidence of undertaking APLS/EPLS /NLS courses
- A relevant first degree or working towards
- Evidence of on-going, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake or be underway with a Masters level qualification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years at Band 6, or equivalent, within Critical Care environment
- Up to date experience of working in a Transport environment
- Experience of taking charge of a department
- Experience of leading and managing a team of nurses.
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and audit
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent paediatric / neonatal Critical Care clinical skills
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities: Critical Care Transport experience
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills
- Able to motivate and develop a multiprofessional team
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
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).
