Job summary
Fixed Term: 12 months | 34.5 hrs per week - Internal applicants only.
We are looking for someone to join our dynamic Paediatric Sleep Service. This is a night shift position, working Sunday to Tuesday, providing a range of sleep diagnostic studies for children of all ages. You will work with Sleep Physiologists and provide essential support in overnight patient studies. Comprehensive training and support will be provided.
This is initially a 1-year temporary post with the potential to become permanent.
About Us: We offer a variety of sleep diagnostic studies for children of all ages, including oximetry, transcutaneous carbon dioxide monitoring, actigraphy, cardiorespiratory polygraphy, full polysomnography, and multiple sleep latency tests. We also provide specialist interpretation of both home and inpatient sleep study results for clinicians.
About You:
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Level 3 qualification or equivalent
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Experience working with families and children with sleep disorders.
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Confident in communicating with children, young people and their families
Interviews: 3rd July
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Sleep Diagnostic Physiology Lead, your responsibilities will include:
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To perform sleep physiological measurements on children admitted to the Sleep House to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of paediatric sleep disorders.
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Support qualified Sleep Physiologists in setting up and recording overnight sleep studies.
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To independently setup Cardiorespiratory Polysomnography studies, oximetry studies and transcutaneous carbon dioxide studies.
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Monitor live studies, addressing any abnormalities or technical issues.
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Upload and download sleep study data to/from online hospital systems.
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Maintain equipment and stock, ensuring all procedures follow hospital protocols.
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, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive 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 and Training
Essential
- English language and Maths to grade C or above at GCSE or equivalent
- Level 3 qualification (A-level, AS level, NVQ, BTEC etc)
Desirable
- Knowledge, expertise and training in the management of children with sleep disorders.
- Resuscitation / Life saving skills
Experience
Essential
- Extensive and relevant in-depth experience of working with families and children with sleep disorders.
- Experience of data entry systems
- Experience of working with children of all ages
Desirable
- Experience of working with children with disabilities
- Previous experience of stock control
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Significant and relevant theoretical knowledge acquired through training and previous experience.
- Proficient communicator and able to work well within a team
- Good planning and organisational skills
Desirable
- Use of digital media e.g video camera
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to independently and effectively manage a complex and unpredictable caseload
- High level of interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively with clients of all ages and their families
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- English language and Maths to grade C or above at GCSE or equivalent
- Level 3 qualification (A-level, AS level, NVQ, BTEC etc)
Desirable
- Knowledge, expertise and training in the management of children with sleep disorders.
- Resuscitation / Life saving skills
Experience
Essential
- Extensive and relevant in-depth experience of working with families and children with sleep disorders.
- Experience of data entry systems
- Experience of working with children of all ages
Desirable
- Experience of working with children with disabilities
- Previous experience of stock control
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Significant and relevant theoretical knowledge acquired through training and previous experience.
- Proficient communicator and able to work well within a team
- Good planning and organisational skills
Desirable
- Use of digital media e.g video camera
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to independently and effectively manage a complex and unpredictable caseload
- High level of interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively with clients of all ages and their families
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).
