Job summary
Secondment | 12 months (Internal)

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Allergy team for an experienced, enthusiastic, motivated and highly dynamic Paediatric Nurse to join our allergy nursing team.

You will be expected to work in tandem with other allergy nurse specialists, as well as being part of a multidisciplinary team supporting allergy clinics providing high levels of holistic allergy care and education to the child/young person/family with diseases across the atopic spectrum. You must also be confident to work autonomously and be adaptable to change.

You will also be able to develop & learn new skills, for example performing oral food & drug challenges; skin prick testing & interpreting the results; recognising the signs of anaphylaxis which are all skills essential to the role.

Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Matron, some of your responsibilities will include:

• To plan, implement and evaluate care for children undergoing allergy procedures.
• To co-ordinate nursing activity of allergy patients as required.
• To assist the team in managing and developing the allergy nursing service within Sheffield Children's Hospital.
• To develop and co-ordinate the allergy nursing service in a variety of settings ensuring the quality-of-care provision for children of all ages.
• To provide specialist education, training and information to children, families, and members of the multi-disciplinary team.

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 this year, 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 responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 2237 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

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.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Degree or Diploma Level education as Registered Nurse (RN Child or RSCN)
• Current registration with NMC

Desirable

• Teaching, mentoring & Assessors qualification
• Relevant post basic registration course

Experience
Essential

• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development
• Willingness to undertake Trust Band 5 competency pathway

Desirable

• Experience of working within allergy service
• Mentorship experience

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Role of staff nurse
• Good Organisation skills
• Good Communication skills

Desirable

• Awareness of resource management
• Understanding of clinical governance agenda

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Family involvement in holistic care

Desirable

• Leadership qualities

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 (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

Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Allergy CNS
Lynsey Perkins
lynsey.perkins1@nhs.net
01142267872

Details
Date posted
27 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 5

Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
per annum pro rata

Contract
Secondment

Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time

Reference number
425-26-8205566

Job locations
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom

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