Job summary
Fixed Term: 11 months | 17.25 hrs per week | Open to SCH internal applicants only
Sheffield Children's Hospital is proud to host one of the UK's leading Paediatric Emergency Departments and Major Trauma Centres. With a reputation for excellence in emergency and trauma care, we are looking for a passionate and experienced Paediatric Nurse to join our dynamic team.
You will help lead and coordinate care within our Emergency Department. You'll manage a caseload of children presenting with minor injuries and illnesses, ensuring holistic care. You'll also support the department manager and contribute to the strategic development of our services.
About You: You are a motivated, innovative nurse with a background in paediatric emergency medicine and trauma. You enjoy mentoring others, and are committed to delivering outstanding care. You'll bring:
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RN Child or RSCN qualification (Degree or Diploma level)
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Teaching, Mentoring and Assessors qualification
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A willingness to undertake Leadership training
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A passion for Emergency Nursing and a collaborative spirit
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Ward Manager, your responsibilities will include:
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Plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for children in emergency settings
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Coordinate ward/department activity and deputise for the departmental manager
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Lead a caseload of patients with minor injuries/illnesses, ensuring holistic care
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Support and mentor junior staff, fostering a culture of learning and excellence
Join us in shaping the future of paediatric emergency care. If you share our values and ambition to be the best, we'd love to hear from you!
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)
- Advanced Paediatric Life Support Provider Certificate
- Degree level post basic nursing qualification in relevant speciality or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree in relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Emergency Department experience at Band 6 competencies
- Teaching and Mentorship
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Leadership
- Appropriate clinical skills - casting, canulation, suturing etc
- Teaching
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in emotional/distressing circumstances
- Commitment to: Speciality
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN)
- Advanced Paediatric Life Support Provider Certificate
- Degree level post basic nursing qualification in relevant speciality or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree in relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Emergency Department experience at Band 6 competencies
- Teaching and Mentorship
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Leadership
- Appropriate clinical skills - casting, canulation, suturing etc
- Teaching
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in emotional/distressing circumstances
- Commitment to: Speciality
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).
