Job summary
*Internal vacancy - please note that this vacancy is currently only open to applications from employees of Sheffield Children's
We are looking for an enthusiastic person who enjoys working with children to join our friendly and progressive team.
The successful applicant will work in the plaster room, and be expected to develop skills within this area in preparation for enrolling on and completing the Casting technician course. You must be prepared and committed to complete all necessary written and practical work, whilst being able to attend and complete the course.
The plaster room is situated in the out patients department and supports a wide range of specialities with the age range of the children being 0-16yrs. Our philosophy enhances family centred care, working in partnership with parents and carers and the multi disciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
There will be an opportunity to develop practical casting skills under the supervision of the highly qualified orthopaedic casting team to assist in the delivery of care to children.
A flexible working approach is essential in the provision of this orthopaedic service.
Applicants should have an NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care and be prepared to commence on the Casting Technician course when this is required.
Previous experience in a paediatric environment is desirable.
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
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for full details of the role
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for full details of the role
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Has NVQ level 2 in Healthcare
- Be prepared to work towards the British Casting Course
Desirable
- Has NVQ level 3 in Healthcare
Experience
Essential
- To have experience of working in a clinical orthopaedic environment
Desirable
- Worked with children and yong people
- Worked in the NHS
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of safeguarding children and young people
- Basic IT skills using Word, email and the commitment to learning advanced IT skills
- Ability to work with childrne young people and their familes and carers.
- Ability to show initiative and take on own responsibilty
- Ability to work within the MDT
- Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
- Knowledge of Health and Safety when maintaining a safe environment
Desirable
- Compliance of policies and procedures in the trust
- Advanced IT skills
Attributes
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly to the service and department
- Display non-judgmental attitude towards all
- Ability to accept instruction and supervision and undertake delegated tasks
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Has NVQ level 2 in Healthcare
- Be prepared to work towards the British Casting Course
Desirable
- Has NVQ level 3 in Healthcare
Experience
Essential
- To have experience of working in a clinical orthopaedic environment
Desirable
- Worked with children and yong people
- Worked in the NHS
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of safeguarding children and young people
- Basic IT skills using Word, email and the commitment to learning advanced IT skills
- Ability to work with childrne young people and their familes and carers.
- Ability to show initiative and take on own responsibilty
- Ability to work within the MDT
- Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
- Knowledge of Health and Safety when maintaining a safe environment
Desirable
- Compliance of policies and procedures in the trust
- Advanced IT skills
Attributes
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly to the service and department
- Display non-judgmental attitude towards all
- Ability to accept instruction and supervision and undertake delegated tasks
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).
