Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Staff Nurse - Child Health

Contract Type: Permanent

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high quality, compassionate care for children and young people within Bursledon House. The Band 5 nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating evidence-based care while ensuring the safety, dignity and well-being of patients and their families. The post holder contributes to excellent patient outcomes, supports continuous service improvement and upholds the Trust's values and standards. The role reports to the ward leader and works closely with the wider MDT to provide safe, effective and person-centred care.

About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Details
Date posted: 08 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: Depending on experience
£32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 188-NM040926
Job locations: Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
In this role, your key responsibilities will include demonstrating an excellent understanding of neurodiversity and providing effective support to children and young people with a range of neurodevelopmental conditions.

• Deliver person-centred, compassionate care that meets patient individual needs.
• Work a wide range of shifts including night duties.
• Demonstrates flexible thinking and adapts care approaches to meet the changing physical, emotional and behavioural needs of children and young people.

Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence-based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of on-going personal development
• Able to use initiative

Desirable

• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

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).

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address: Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Matron, Jenna Burchmore, jenna.burchmore@uhs.nhs.uk

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