University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Paediatric Staff Nurse

The closing date is 25 November 2025

Job summary

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Paediatric day surgery is located within day surgery unit at St Richards hospital .

We have a stand alone 6 bedded paediatric day ward which is a busy unit which cares for children having surgery from a wide range of specialties.

We are looking for a committed, adaptable, hard working Children's Nurse or RN with paediatric experience with good interpersonal and communication skills.

Main duties of the job

Thepost holder willcontribute to the smooth and efficient running of theChildren's DaysurgeryUnit.They will beresponsible and accountable for professionalevidence-basednursing care delivered to children and young people. Ensuring the highest quality, effective andcompassionate careis received by the child, young person, and their families/ carers whilst on the unit.

Excellent, holistic, and individualised nursing care will be delivered through assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating. This will be in line with Trustand National policies, procedures, values, and behaviours.

Thepost holder will support and promotea supportive learning environment in which to supervise and mentor student nurses, Trainee Nurse associates, and Healthcare Assistants.The post holder will take responsibility for their owntraining needsand remain updated with their mandatorytraining.

The post holder will act as an advocate whilstdemonstratingeffective communication and listening skills which are age appropriate for the child,youngpersonandtheir families

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.Candidate Pack

Details

Date posted

11 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-7526450-NOV25

Job locations

St Richards

Chichester

PO19 6SE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for a detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for a detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential/ Desirable

Essential

  • Registered paediatric nurse or RN with Paediatric experience
  • Experience in an NHS or UK healthcare setting
  • Knowledge of Child Protection Procedures Ability to use initiative
  • Ability to calculate complex drug dosages
  • Basic computer skills
  • Able to communicate using verbal and written skills
  • Knowledge of Band 5 role Understanding of Accountability and Responsibilities

Desirable

  • Previous experience in relevant speciality
  • Portfolio evidence of post-basic learning
  • Safegaurding training Level 3
  • Mentorship training at Level 3 or equivalent
  • 18 months experience post qualified
  • Paediatric Immediate Life Support
  • RSCN / RN with Paediatric experience
  • IV Drug Administration, Venepuncture and Cannulation
  • Knowledge and experience of NHS IT systems/applications
  • To undertake supervisory role of students and new members of staff

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Person Specification

Essential/ Desirable

Essential

  • Registered paediatric nurse or RN with Paediatric experience
  • Experience in an NHS or UK healthcare setting
  • Knowledge of Child Protection Procedures Ability to use initiative
  • Ability to calculate complex drug dosages
  • Basic computer skills
  • Able to communicate using verbal and written skills
  • Knowledge of Band 5 role Understanding of Accountability and Responsibilities

Desirable

  • Previous experience in relevant speciality
  • Portfolio evidence of post-basic learning
  • Safegaurding training Level 3
  • Mentorship training at Level 3 or equivalent
  • 18 months experience post qualified
  • Paediatric Immediate Life Support
  • RSCN / RN with Paediatric experience
  • IV Drug Administration, Venepuncture and Cannulation
  • Knowledge and experience of NHS IT systems/applications
  • To undertake supervisory role of students and new members of staff

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards

Chichester

PO19 6SE


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards

Chichester

PO19 6SE


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron for Children's services

Nicky McKee

n.mckee@nhs.net

07557201086

Details

Date posted

11 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-7526450-NOV25

Job locations

St Richards

Chichester

PO19 6SE


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