Job summary
Permanent | Part Time 24.25 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Paediatric Sleep Disorders Service as a Sleep Nursing Co-ordinator.You will become part of a small, enthusiastic multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing exceptional care for children with sleep disorders.
About You
- Educated to GCSE standard, including English or equivalent
- Self-motivated, flexible, and hard-working.
- A quick learner who enjoys being part of an expanding team.
- Skilled in communication and committed to personal and professional development
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Paediatric Sleep Disorders Nurse Lead , some of your responsibilities will include:
- Greeting and booking new sleep patients at Sleep House.
- Answering telephone queries and scheduling appointments.
- Prioritising your workload to ensure referrals and bookings meet Trust waiting time standards and Patient Access Policy.
- Accurately recording and maintaining patient information on Trust systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office systems is essential
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 code 4159using 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.
#LI-Onsite
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 code 4159using 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.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE standard, including English or equivalent
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent acquired through experience
Desirable
- GCSE in mathematics
- Customer Care
Experience
Essential
- Experience of good customer or patient care
- Previous experience of working in a busy multi-disciplinary team environment
- Experience with working with different computer software and information systems
Desirable
- Experience of working with medical, nursing and medical secretarial staff
- Experience of using Patient Administrative System (Careflow)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and writing communication skills with team / clients / relatives using tact when required
- Ability to deal with conflict
- Good time management skills with the ability to work to prioritise work according to deadlines
- Able to work as part of a team and under own initiative
Desirable
- Knowledge of In-patient, Waiting list or Out-patient working processes and practices
- Knowledge of medical records procedures
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Adaptable to change
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE standard, including English or equivalent
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent acquired through experience
Desirable
- GCSE in mathematics
- Customer Care
Experience
Essential
- Experience of good customer or patient care
- Previous experience of working in a busy multi-disciplinary team environment
- Experience with working with different computer software and information systems
Desirable
- Experience of working with medical, nursing and medical secretarial staff
- Experience of using Patient Administrative System (Careflow)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and writing communication skills with team / clients / relatives using tact when required
- Ability to deal with conflict
- Good time management skills with the ability to work to prioritise work according to deadlines
- Able to work as part of a team and under own initiative
Desirable
- Knowledge of In-patient, Waiting list or Out-patient working processes and practices
- Knowledge of medical records procedures
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Adaptable to change
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).
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).
