East Cheshire NHS Trust

Neonatal Nurse - Band 5 (Internal Only)

The closing date is 12 October 2025

Job summary

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 Nurse to join our Neonatal team in our friendly, level 1 unit at East Cheshire NHS Trust on a fixed term basis.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Nurse with excellent clinical skills and enthusiasm for Neonatal care to join our friendly and supportive team. We strive to provide the highest quality care for the babies and families of East Cheshire, with a focus on Family Integrated Care (FIC).

Hours per week: 19.50

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

If you are an enthusiastic and motivated Nurse and are looking for a permanent post on a Neonatal Unit that provides individualised, high quality , holistic care, with an emphasis on working in partnership with neonates and their families, then this is the job for you.

The successful candidate will be a Nurse and preferably have neonatal experience, knowledge of family integrated care and the baby friendly initiative.

The Neonatal Unit at Macclesfield has 8 cots which delivers special/high dependency care and short term intensive care for sick and preterm newborns over 32 weeks gestation.

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a band 6 shift leader and participate in shifts over a 24hr rota. Bank positions will also be considered.

Essential qualifications: Registered Nurse.

Desirable Qualifications: North West Neonatal Induction program, Neonatal QIS (Qualification in Speciality)or equivalent, Mentorship in Clinical practice NM6064 or equivalent.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

26 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7467487

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
  • Computer literate

Desirable

  • Awareness of current neonatal issues/political issues affecting healthcare.

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Registration as Midwife/Nurse
  • Evidence of current continual professional development (CPD)
  • Bachelor of Science in Midwifery or Nursing

Desirable

  • Newborn Infant Physical Examination (NIPE)
  • Practice Supervisor/Mentoring course
  • Foundation in Neonates (FIN)
  • Qualification in Speciality (QIS)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of healthcare within the NHS setting
  • Understanding of confidentiality and data protection

Desirable

  • Neonatal experience
  • Midwifery experience

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
  • Computer literate

Desirable

  • Awareness of current neonatal issues/political issues affecting healthcare.

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Registration as Midwife/Nurse
  • Evidence of current continual professional development (CPD)
  • Bachelor of Science in Midwifery or Nursing

Desirable

  • Newborn Infant Physical Examination (NIPE)
  • Practice Supervisor/Mentoring course
  • Foundation in Neonates (FIN)
  • Qualification in Speciality (QIS)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of healthcare within the NHS setting
  • Understanding of confidentiality and data protection

Desirable

  • Neonatal experience
  • Midwifery experience

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

NNU Manager

Rachel Bellingham

rachel.bellingham@nhs.net

01625661147

Details

Date posted

26 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7467487

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Supporting documents

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