Job summary
We are recruiting for Neonatal Nurses, to join our level 3 unit.

The Senior Neonatal nurse will be expected to perform all aspects of Neonatal care within the neonatal setting.

To assist in the planning implementation and delivery of care and accept delegated responsibility from senior staff.

Main duties of the job

• Care of the sick and preterm newborns .
• Plan and implement care and be able to manage own workload.
• To attend relevant clinical and unit meetings, as appropriate.
• To be aware of the Trust's discipline and grievance procedures.
• To ensure economical use of ward stocks and inform senior staff of any shortages.
• To be responsible for the proper use and maintenance of all equipment.
• To monitor and adhere to the Duchess of Westminster Wing Security Policy.

About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Details
Date posted: 14 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 408-26-542
Job locations: Arrowe Park Hospital, Arrowe Park Road, Upton, CH49 5PE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description for further information about the Senior Neonatal Nurse position available with WUTH.

Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential

• RSCN/RN/Midwife
• Diploma in Nursing
• Neonatal Life Support
• QIS

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Evidence of excellent standards of clinical neonatal nursing skills and a commitment to family integrated care
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of team

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Recognises own development needs and can set personal objectives

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).

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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).