Job summary
Permanent | 16.75 hrs per week
An exciting opportunity has opened for a Clinical Nurse Educator to join our Paediatric Critical Care Unit (PCCU). You will be an important member of the Clinical Education team, developing and delivering high-quality training for our nursing staff. You'll help ensure the highest standard of care for our patients while supporting the professional growth of our team.
About You
If you're enthusiastic, compassionate and have the skills for this role, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Lead Nurse (PCCU), your responsibilities will include:
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Deliver education, training and practice development within PCCU.
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Collaborate with the Clinical Lead Nurse and education team to identify staff education needs, develop and implement evidence-based training programmes for staff working in critical care.
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Provide clinical leadership and act as a role model for nursing staff.
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Work with medical and nursing teams to share knowledge and support care delivery.
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Maintain connections with educational institutes and national benchmarking groups to keep training current.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
1. Outstanding Patient Care 2. Brilliant Place to work 3. Leaders in Children's Health
We work 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.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed 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.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
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.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
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 & Training
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN)
- Mentor/Assessor Course
- Post Critical Care course
Desirable
- Previous education support
- Performing PDR Recruitment
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a Paediatric Critical Care setting
- Experience of nursing patients within a high dependency/critical care environment
- Bedside teaching and support
Desirable
- Previous education support
- Relevant project work
- Research and Audit
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Role of the Band 6 Clinical Nurse Educator on PCCU
- Teaching (Staff, students and families)
- Infection Control
- Education Plan
- Current Nursing/Health Issues
- Quality assurance issues
- Child protection/Safeguarding
- Multidisciplinary Communication
- Time Management skills
- Organisational skills
Desirable
- Good IT skills eg use of Microsoft Word, Excel and MS Teams
- Counselling/Coaching
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to Education Speciality
- Commitment to Speciality
- Commitment to Self Development
- Commitment to Evolution of nursing practice
- Commitment to Management of change
- Commitment to Flexible working patterns
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN)
- Mentor/Assessor Course
- Post Critical Care course
Desirable
- Previous education support
- Performing PDR Recruitment
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a Paediatric Critical Care setting
- Experience of nursing patients within a high dependency/critical care environment
- Bedside teaching and support
Desirable
- Previous education support
- Relevant project work
- Research and Audit
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Role of the Band 6 Clinical Nurse Educator on PCCU
- Teaching (Staff, students and families)
- Infection Control
- Education Plan
- Current Nursing/Health Issues
- Quality assurance issues
- Child protection/Safeguarding
- Multidisciplinary Communication
- Time Management skills
- Organisational skills
Desirable
- Good IT skills eg use of Microsoft Word, Excel and MS Teams
- Counselling/Coaching
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to Education Speciality
- Commitment to Speciality
- Commitment to Self Development
- Commitment to Evolution of nursing practice
- Commitment to Management of change
- Commitment to Flexible working patterns
Desirable
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).
