Job summary
Fixed Term | 12 Months Maternity Leave Cover | Internal Only
The Home Ventilation Team provides specialist care and support to children and young people who require long-term ventilation. The team works predominantly in the community but also reviews acutely unwell patients on the wards and supports consultant colleagues in clinic, delivering a service across the region.
In this role, you will provide specialist nursing care to a varied group of patients across multiple settings, planning and evaluating care using appropriate clinical pathways.
You will also contribute to the development and implementation of policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures to support high-quality, consistent care.
About You
- You will have experience delivering ventilation care to children and young people, including both invasive and non-invasive ventilation
- You will be confident providing education and training in a variety of settings, including schools, and able to adapt your approach to different audiences.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Specialist Manager some of your responsibilities will include:
- You will be able to write individualised care plans that reflect each child's wider health needs and how these affect their ventilation requirements.
- You will deliver developmentally appropriate, specialist nursing care to a diverse group of patients across a range of settings, including inpatient, outpatient, day care, community and educational environments.
- You will plan and evaluate complex care using appropriate pathways, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. This will include running nurse-led clinics alongside consultants, providing telephone advice and carrying out home visits as part of the service.
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 2233 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-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 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.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2233 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-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 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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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Relevant post registration qualification as required by speciality
- Mentorship/supervisor training
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- Clinical skills & pathophysiology module
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing clinical advice in relation to specialist area
- Experience of planning provision of care for patients
- Mentoring experience
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical governance activities
- Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situationa & respond accordingly
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to build relationships for collaboration with MDT and external agencies.
personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to respect cultural, social & religious diversity within society
- Ability to manage complex & challenging situations with empathy
- Ability to adapt to different settings & patient needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Relevant post registration qualification as required by speciality
- Mentorship/supervisor training
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- Clinical skills & pathophysiology module
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing clinical advice in relation to specialist area
- Experience of planning provision of care for patients
- Mentoring experience
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical governance activities
- Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situationa & respond accordingly
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to build relationships for collaboration with MDT and external agencies.
personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to respect cultural, social & religious diversity within society
- Ability to manage complex & challenging situations with empathy
- Ability to adapt to different settings & patient needs.
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).
