Job summary
Are you a dedicated, compassionate and skilled Paediatric Nurse seeking a fulfilling career within an innovative trust? Would you like to work with a passionate team who strive to deliver care to paediatric patients in the Mid Essex area?

Within the paediatric surgical team you will find a wide range of ages as we care for children from birth, sometimes up to 18 years old, with a mix of specialities. This includes Plastics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Oral Maxillo Facial and Ears Nose and Throat to name a few. We have two surgical areas, Wizard for elective procedures and Pegasus for emergency and trauma patients. We also conduct a pre assessment clinic throughout the week for our elective patients, working closely with our anaesthetic colleagues.

As part of the team you are supported by a range of clinical nurse specialists including Cleft and Orthopaedics. There is also a team of clinical practice facilitators who support the staff with training and development.

As a member of our team you will form a part of the multi-disciplinary team who strive to deliver the best care to our patients and their family.

Main duties of the job

• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document, holistic, high quality and individualised family centred care which respects babies and their families personal dignity and beliefs.
• Maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Maintain and promote effective communication within the care team and with colleagues, parents/carers, relatives and visitors.
• Act as a mentor to students and preceptor to newly qualified staff.
• To participate and contribute to teaching and assessing of newly qualified staff and students, upholding the philosophy of evidence based practice.
• To facilitate the development of all staff.
• Assist in the management of the ward budget and ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained.
• To co-ordinate the ward / department for a span of duty in the absence of a more senior nurse and take responsibility for reporting to the Matron any adverse events or situations which may affect the ability of the team to provide safe and effective care to the patients.
• Is proactive in the continuing development of the family centred care environment.
• Maintain a professional profile and develop skills, knowledge and competencies adhering to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust Policies and Procedures.

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 390-WAC-BR-6920-A
Location: Broomfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7ET

Closing date: 13 November 2026

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Registered Nurse (Child) on NMC register
• Desirable: APLS/EPALS

Experience

• Essential: At least 2 years experience in acute paediatric setting
• Desirable: Experience in children's surgical nursing

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer contact details
Contact: Nicola Cowton, Senior Sister, nicola.cowton1@nhs.net, 03004431239

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