Job summary
Permanent | Full-time
We are delighted to offer the opportunity to become a transport practitioner in the field of paediatric and neonatal intensive care. Over the course of a three-year training programme, you will gain the clinical knowledge and practical experience necessary to assess and manage critically ill infants and children requiring transfer to regional intensive care facilities.
About us: We provide a comprehensive, highly skilled transport service, managing over 2200 patient transfers annually by road and air. We are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care, safety, and governance.
About you:
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Post registration experience in paediatric or neonatal intensive care, and be working in a relevant clinical area with access to a suitable supervisor.
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A first degree (2:1 or equivalent level study) and commitment to advancing your clinical practice through the completion of a Master's-level qualification.
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A commitment to attend University 1-2 days per week during term time
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Lead Nurse, you will be part of a structured three-year programme that combines academic study and clinical practice, leading to the completion of a Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice.
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Year 1 (B6): Focus on developing clinical skills/experience, with non-rostered supernumerary status. You will attend University of Sheffield for one day a week, alongside one day of supporting clinical development.
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Year 2 (B7): You will work towards a Postgraduate Diploma and continue to develop clinical competence under supervision, attending modules and gaining hands-on experience.
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Year 3 (B7): You will work towards achieving your MSc in Advanced Practice (dissertation module), with 3 hours minimum per week protected study time.
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 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.
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
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register. Part 1,8 or 15
- Relevant specialist qualification (ENB 100/415/405/160/R23) or equivalent
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Evidence of undertaking APLS/EPLS /NLS courses
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
- A relevant first degree or working towards
- Willingness to undertake or be underway with MSc Advancing Nursing Practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Experience of taking charge of a department
- Experience of leading and managing a team of nurses Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and audit
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Thorough knowledge relevant to the specialty/ department / field of practice
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's / neonatal nursing and healthcare
- Understanding of audit and research methodologies
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
- Child Protection procedures
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Awareness of equality and diversity
- Clinical Governance
- Able to articulate a personal philosophy for nursing within the critical care environment
- Demonstrates an understanding of the role and fit of the NP within service provision
- Excellent relevant paediatric/neonatal clinical skills
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities for the department/specialty e.g. ITU / transport experience
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills
- Able to motivate and develop a multi-professional team
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Negotiating skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
- Interviewing skills
- Appraisal skills within KSF
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Excellent teaching, training and preceptorship skills
- Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
- Phlebotomy and cannulation skills, as appropriate
Desirable
- Administering medication under patient group directives or supplementary prescribing as appropriate
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register. Part 1,8 or 15
- Relevant specialist qualification (ENB 100/415/405/160/R23) or equivalent
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Evidence of undertaking APLS/EPLS /NLS courses
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
- A relevant first degree or working towards
- Willingness to undertake or be underway with MSc Advancing Nursing Practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Experience of taking charge of a department
- Experience of leading and managing a team of nurses Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and audit
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Thorough knowledge relevant to the specialty/ department / field of practice
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's / neonatal nursing and healthcare
- Understanding of audit and research methodologies
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
- Child Protection procedures
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Awareness of equality and diversity
- Clinical Governance
- Able to articulate a personal philosophy for nursing within the critical care environment
- Demonstrates an understanding of the role and fit of the NP within service provision
- Excellent relevant paediatric/neonatal clinical skills
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities for the department/specialty e.g. ITU / transport experience
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills
- Able to motivate and develop a multi-professional team
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Negotiating skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
- Interviewing skills
- Appraisal skills within KSF
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Excellent teaching, training and preceptorship skills
- Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
- Phlebotomy and cannulation skills, as appropriate
Desirable
- Administering medication under patient group directives or supplementary prescribing as appropriate
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
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).
