Job summary
Fixed Term: 12 months | 30hrs per week | SCH Internal Applicants Only
Join our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team delivering specialist care to children and young people with juvenile idiopathic arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Your role will span outpatient clinics, community outreach, and remote support, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple care settings.
About You: You're a compassionate Registered Nurse (RNC/RN8) with current NMC registration and relevant post-registration qualifications. You bring clinical expertise, mentorship experience, and a passion for delivering age-appropriate care. You're confident in managing complex situations, collaborating across teams, and advocating for children and families.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the CNS Manager, your responsibilities will include:
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Deliver specialist nursing care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings
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Provide clinic support, injection teaching, and advice through helpline and email
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Participate in outreach clinics (Rotherham, Chesterfield, Scunthorpe)
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Plan and evaluate complex care pathways in collaboration with MDTs
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Educate patients and families on disease and drug management
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Provide specialist education to other healthcare professionals
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Communicate with schools, GPs, and community nursing teams to support holistic care
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Prepare young people for transition to adult rheumatology services
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Mentor students and junior colleagues, and develop training resources
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Contribute to policy development, clinical audits, and research initiatives
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Prescribe and administer treatments within Trust protocols
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Deputise for the Clinical Nurse Specialist Manager
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
- RSCN or RN (Child)
- 998 or equivalent teaching certificate
Desirable
- Paediatric Life Support Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Post Registration experience
- experience of caring for children with rheumatology conditions
Desirable
- Medical and/or Surgical Nursing experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Holistic Family centred care using evidence based practices
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good Organisation skills
- Good Communication skills
- Awareness of infection control principles
- Time Management skills
- Management of own Client Group
Desirable
- Interest or experience in audit and research
- Leadership qualities
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Conscientious
- Flexible and adaptable
Desirable
- Willingness to develop skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RSCN or RN (Child)
- 998 or equivalent teaching certificate
Desirable
- Paediatric Life Support Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Post Registration experience
- experience of caring for children with rheumatology conditions
Desirable
- Medical and/or Surgical Nursing experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Holistic Family centred care using evidence based practices
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good Organisation skills
- Good Communication skills
- Awareness of infection control principles
- Time Management skills
- Management of own Client Group
Desirable
- Interest or experience in audit and research
- Leadership qualities
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Conscientious
- Flexible and adaptable
Desirable
- 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.
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).
