Job summaryAre you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse looking for your next challenge? Ward 15 at UHCW is seeking an experienced Band 5 Paediatric Nurse who has completed their preceptorship programme to join our dedicated and supportive team.
Ward 15 is a 17 bedded ward, where staff care for babies aged 0-2 years, requiring a range of medical and surgical interventions.. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, delivering safe, effective care while supporting patients and their families throughout their hospital journey.
We are looking for a nurse who demonstrates excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care. In return, we offer a welcoming team, opportunities for professional development and the chance to work within one of the UK's largest teaching hospital Trusts.
Please note this post is not suitable for applicants who are required to undertake the OSCE training programme. Applicants who do not have current valid UK NMC registration will not be considered for this post.Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.Main duties of the job- Accountable for own actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct. Will contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.
- Effectively communicate information regarding clinical decisions, policy and care pathways to patients/carers and the multi-professional team.
- A competent practitioner, supervising/providing mentorship to a small number of learners or junior staff.
- Responsible for co-ordination and clinical assessment of a group of patients, ensuring appropriate care is planned, implemented and evaluated, involving patients and carers.
About usUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
DetailsDate posted: 04 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
pro rata per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time,
Flexible working
Reference number: 218-NM-B5-8262439
Job locations: UHCW NHS Trust
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Job responsibilities- Participate in observations of care, audit and development of service to improve quality of care.
- Demonstrate technical and/or practical skills to ensure optimum patient care management including; patient observations; equipment management and administration of agreed invasive tests/procedures.
- Utilise and ensure others utilise information and IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce and resource data.
- Manage expected clinical events/enquiries, requiring high but unpredictable levels of physical effort, ensuring referral to a senior member of staff where appropriate e.g., in an unexpected event.
- Support patients, carers and others during difficult situations arising in the clinical area, e.g. imparting bad news or following an unexpected event.
- Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment ensuring adherence to Trust standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control at all times.
For further details please see the attached job description.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Current Professional Registration (RSCN)/Child Branch
- Diploma level education
- First level degree or willingness to undertake.
- Completion of Preceptorship Programme.
- Teaching and Assessing qualification.
Desirable- Evidence of continuous professional development.
ExperienceEssential- Recent post-registration acute Paediatric clinical experience.
SkillsEssential- Patient focused.
- Good communication skills.
- IT skills.
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
- Good management of own and others time
- Able to use initiative and make decisions
Desirable- Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions.
KnowledgeEssential- Knowledge of the Code of Professional Conduct.
- Able to apply evidence to practice.
- Awareness of clinical governance & a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development.
Desirable- An understanding of current issues relating to the NHS.
- An understanding of the importance of patient and public involvement.
Commitment to Trust Values and BehavioursEssential- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below)
- Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).
Employer detailsEmployer name: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address: UHCW NHS Trust
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Ward 15 Manager
Emma Boyle
emma.boyle@uhcw.nhs.uk
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. 
