Job summary
Fixed Term | Full Time
Interview date: Tuesday 7th October 2025
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with a current NMC registration and a full driving licence. You will bring a solid background in mentorship and a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
Confident in fast-paced settings, you demonstrate effective leadership and possess in-depth knowledge of the health needs of children, young people, and their families. Your excellent communication and coordination skills, combined with your ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, make you an essential contributor to delivering high-quality, responsive care.
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Team Leader
- Support the Team Leader in managing complex situations, including participation in investigations related to disciplinary matters and other concerns, in line with Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust (SCNHSFT) policies and the established governance framework.
- You'll manage caseloads, guide a skill-mixed team, and support governance processes.
- As the lead nurse, you'll represent the service in strategic initiatives, foster multi-agency partnerships, and champion safe, effective care. This is a chance to influence change, drive service improvement, and lead by example in a dynamic and supportive environment.
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.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2232 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codesPlease note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.
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.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2232 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codesPlease note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.
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-Hybrid
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current registration with NMC
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse: School Nursing
- Mentorship Qualification
- Evidence of recent CPD including study in relevant fields
Desirable
- Nurse Prescribing, (nonmedical)
- Post Graduate study relevant to the post
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience working as a School Nurse or equivalent
- Significant experience of working with children and young people
- Significant recent practice with vulnerable children and young people
- Significant recent experience of safeguarding
- Experience of health promotion and public health frameworks
- Demonstrable experience of leadership of a team project group or work stream
- Demonstrable experience of Health Needs Assessment and Profiling
- Mentoring/supervision of junior staff and students
Desirable
- Experience of working within a multi- Agency Team
- Experience of presentation, teaching or training individuals or groups
- Experience of Audit
- Motivational Interviewing techniques
- Experience of clinical care and assessment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Health Needs Assessment and Profiling
- Public health, health promotion theory and healthy settings framework
- Change management theory
- An understanding of evidence-based practice principles, Child development - physical and emotional
- Safeguarding Experience and Understanding of vulnerable populations
- Knowledge of current local and national policies and strategies relating to children, young people and school nursing
- Problem solving skills and Prioritisation skills
- IT skills
- Be either a car driver with a valid driving licence, or have access to an alternative means of transport
Desirable
- Experience of delivering immunisation and vaccination
- Ability to collate health information and data
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current registration with NMC
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse: School Nursing
- Mentorship Qualification
- Evidence of recent CPD including study in relevant fields
Desirable
- Nurse Prescribing, (nonmedical)
- Post Graduate study relevant to the post
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience working as a School Nurse or equivalent
- Significant experience of working with children and young people
- Significant recent practice with vulnerable children and young people
- Significant recent experience of safeguarding
- Experience of health promotion and public health frameworks
- Demonstrable experience of leadership of a team project group or work stream
- Demonstrable experience of Health Needs Assessment and Profiling
- Mentoring/supervision of junior staff and students
Desirable
- Experience of working within a multi- Agency Team
- Experience of presentation, teaching or training individuals or groups
- Experience of Audit
- Motivational Interviewing techniques
- Experience of clinical care and assessment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Health Needs Assessment and Profiling
- Public health, health promotion theory and healthy settings framework
- Change management theory
- An understanding of evidence-based practice principles, Child development - physical and emotional
- Safeguarding Experience and Understanding of vulnerable populations
- Knowledge of current local and national policies and strategies relating to children, young people and school nursing
- Problem solving skills and Prioritisation skills
- IT skills
- Be either a car driver with a valid driving licence, or have access to an alternative means of transport
Desirable
- Experience of delivering immunisation and vaccination
- Ability to collate health information and data
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).
