Job summary Do you have a passion for caring for Children & Young People? Do you enjoy working in a fast paced environment? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you We are looking for a qualified Nursing Associate who wants to specialise within Paediatric Emergency Care in a role which is based in our Children and Young People's Emergency Department. Please note the current shift times are 7 days per week, 09:30 - 22:00. These shift times may adapt as the needs of the service change. Main duties of the job To assist / work alongside the nursing staff in providing and maintaining high standards of care to the children and their families attending the Children and Young Person's Emergency Department. Implement play and distraction for children receiving emergency care. To ensure the emotional, social, physical and intellectual development needs of every child are met in liaison with other professional staff. The post holder will work in support of registered nurses, doctors and allied health professionals. Supervision and teaching of Healthcare Assistants and Trainee Nursing Associates will be part of the role. As this is a brand new role, it is anticipated that this role will continue to develop through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge and competencies to be determined within the clinical team with the focus on patient needs. About us We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area. As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities; Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role; Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment; Access to our in-house physiotherapy service; On-site canteens offering subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free); Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 176-U-6649119-A Job locations Hinchingbrooke Hospital Hinchingbrooke Park Huntingdon PE29 6NT Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding the role. Person Specification Education Essential Qualified Nursing Associate (nursing associate candidates) CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education / NNEB (nursery nurse candidates) OR BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development (nursery nurse candidates) OR NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development (nursery nurse candidates) Desirable Child protection Training Paediatric first aid Experience in health promotion activities Experience Essential Minimum of 6 months experience in a childcare setting (nursery nurses) Previous paediatric experience in a health care setting (nursing associate) Desirable Good awareness of paediatric developmental milestones. Experience of working with paediatric patients with mental health related conditions. Skills and Knowledge Essential Able to interact and engage with children, playing at their level and meeting their individual needs. Able to share information appropriately. Good working knowledge of confidentiality. Able to demonstrate and raise concerns. Desirable Application of Plaster of Paris. Wound assessment and closure Recording of vital signs/ observations. Person Specification Education Essential Qualified Nursing Associate (nursing associate candidates) CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education / NNEB (nursery nurse candidates) OR BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development (nursery nurse candidates) OR NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development (nursery nurse candidates) Desirable Child protection Training Paediatric first aid Experience in health promotion activities Experience Essential Minimum of 6 months experience in a childcare setting (nursery nurses) Previous paediatric experience in a health care setting (nursing associate) Desirable Good awareness of paediatric developmental milestones. Experience of working with paediatric patients with mental health related conditions. Skills and Knowledge Essential Able to interact and engage with children, playing at their level and meeting their individual needs. Able to share information appropriately. Good working knowledge of confidentiality. Able to demonstrate and raise concerns. Desirable Application of Plaster of Paris. Wound assessment and closure Recording of vital signs/ observations. 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 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 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Hinchingbrooke Hospital Hinchingbrooke Park Huntingdon PE29 6NT Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)