Job summary
Fixed Term (Secondment) (Maternity Leave Cover)
An opportunity has arisen to join The Paediatric Oncology Outreach Nurse Specialist Teamat Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
You will provide support and care for children and young people and their families by delivering high quality and specialist practical and emotional support for children and young people under the care of the Sheffield Principal Treatment Centre for Haematology and Oncology (PCT).
The Paediatric Oncology Outreach Nurse Specialist Team is responsible for the care of children and young people with malignant conditions in hospital and in the community providing patient-centred care in the South Yorkshire North East Lincolnshire area.
About You
- Registered Children's Nurse with the NMC registration and have substantial recent post registration experience in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.
- Current Driving licence
- You will be required to undertake weekend work and participate in a 24 hour on call rota supporting young people receiving palliative care at home
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Specialist Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:
- You will manage your own case load and be responsible for organising and managing your work on a daily basis, providing specialist nursing expertise as part of the multidisciplinary team.
- Reviewing patients post chemotherapy in the community
- Giving support to families, administering medication including chemotherapy and biological therapies, advanced symptom control at end of life, visiting school to support the child's return to education etc.
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.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code2237using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web addresshttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's 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 atscn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're 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.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code2237using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web addresshttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's 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 atscn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RNC/RN8 degree or diploma level
- Current NMC registration
- Relevant post registration qualification as required for speciality
- 998 or mentorship / supervisor training
Desirable
- Clinical skills and pathophysiology module (or willingness to undertake depending on role within speciality)
- Good Clinical Practice GCP certificate
- Non-Medical Prescribing (depending on role)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing clinical advice in relation to the specialist area
- Experience of determining appropriate solution to problems pulling on different information available
- Experience of planning provision of care for patients
- Mentoring experience with nursing students and training/development teaching of junior colleagues
- Experience of writing policies and procedures for different audiences
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical governance activities, including audit, benchmarking and quality improvement
- Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situations and respond appropriately
- Ability to monitor and respond to changes in patient conditions effectively
- Effective communication skills to provide guidance and education to patients
- Ability to develop education and training programmes
- Ability to build relationships for collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies
- Skills in collecting and analysing data and using evidence based practice to improve patient outcomes
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to respect the cultural, social, and religious diversity within society
- Ability to manage complex and challenging situations with empathy
- Ability to adapt to different settings and patient needs
- Access to transportation to travel around the city, region or country
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RNC/RN8 degree or diploma level
- Current NMC registration
- Relevant post registration qualification as required for speciality
- 998 or mentorship / supervisor training
Desirable
- Clinical skills and pathophysiology module (or willingness to undertake depending on role within speciality)
- Good Clinical Practice GCP certificate
- Non-Medical Prescribing (depending on role)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing clinical advice in relation to the specialist area
- Experience of determining appropriate solution to problems pulling on different information available
- Experience of planning provision of care for patients
- Mentoring experience with nursing students and training/development teaching of junior colleagues
- Experience of writing policies and procedures for different audiences
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical governance activities, including audit, benchmarking and quality improvement
- Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situations and respond appropriately
- Ability to monitor and respond to changes in patient conditions effectively
- Effective communication skills to provide guidance and education to patients
- Ability to develop education and training programmes
- Ability to build relationships for collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies
- Skills in collecting and analysing data and using evidence based practice to improve patient outcomes
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to respect the cultural, social, and religious diversity within society
- Ability to manage complex and challenging situations with empathy
- Ability to adapt to different settings and patient needs
- Access to transportation to travel around the city, region or country
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).
