Job summary The post holder will be expected to work with children and families with neurological conditions from onset of symptoms to discharge/transfer to adult services/end of life care. The post will be based in Newcastle but travel across the northern region for clinic, training and teaching purpose will be expected. Therefore, a driving licence is a requirement of the post. Under the supervision of a Band 7 Nurse the post holder will be supported in planning, delivering and evaluating specialist care for children with complex neurological conditions. The successful candidate will be expected to provide advice and support to the GNCH, schools, respite centres and other care providers as well as participating in the development of care pathways and protocols. The post holder will be required to lead on a specific specialty covered within the service and will be fully supported and trained to do so. It is essential that the post holder be flexible to the needs of the service and prioritise patient care and safety to achieve the highest standards of care. An expectation to participate in relevant research studies will also be required. Interview Date Wednesday 30 April 2025 30 Hours/Week You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE Main duties of the job The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills as the post involves giving and receiving highly complex and sensitive information. They must be able to offer children, families and care providers advice and support in a number of different settings with both face to face and telephone consultations. The ability to work independently and within a team is an essential skill to hold. The Paediatric Neurology department at the GNCH offers and provides specialised care to children across the northern region of England. The successful candidate will be essential to the provision of these services. The successful candidate will be expected to learn about and care for children with the following: Intrathecal baclofen pumpsVagal Nerve stimulatorsMultiple sclerosisNeuro-inflammatory conditionsNeuro-degenerative conditionsKetogenic dietComplex epilepsyNeuro investigations The successful candidate will also be expected to provide specialised advice and training to children, families and care givers on sensitive and complex issues. This is achieved through face-to-face appointments, training sessions and telephone clinics. The post-holder will provide training to other healthcare professionals and will be expected to participate in arranging and speaking at study days and conferences both locally, nationally and internationally. About us Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites: o Freeman Hospitalo Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)o Newcastle Dental Hospitalo Newcastle Fertility Centreo Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbriao Northern Genetics Serviceo Cramlington Manor Walks These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites. Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'. For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number TEMP_500 Job locations Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Job description Job responsibilities The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust define a nurse specialist as a qualified nurse where the primary purpose of role is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition. Within the sphere of specialist practice: Is working towards advanced knowledge and skills within specialist sphere of practice. Contributes to the facilitation of the planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients. Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge. Contributes to training and education within specialist area. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Job description Job responsibilities The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust define a nurse specialist as a qualified nurse where the primary purpose of role is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition. Within the sphere of specialist practice: Is working towards advanced knowledge and skills within specialist sphere of practice. Contributes to the facilitation of the planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients. Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge. Contributes to training and education within specialist area. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential oRegistered nurse (appropriate to branch) oCurrent NMC registration oDiploma plus specialist qualifications / experience within specialist area; prepared to take degree level study oMeets Nursing and Midwifery Council standards for student supervision and assessment (formally Mentorship) if relevant to role oCurrent driving licence if relevant to role Desirable oDegree in health related subject Knowledge & Experience Essential oSome post registration experience within related specialist area of practice oExtended clinical practice underpinned by training supervision & assessment oKnowledge and understanding of relevant NHS policy or project specific policy context oHas understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding oEvidence of on-going continuous professional development Desirable oResearch or audit experience oEvidence of contribution towards education and training programmes Skills & Abilities Essential oGood IT skills oEffective report writing skills oAble to work independently and as a member of a team oEffective organisation and time management skills Desirable oChange management skills and involvement in project work Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential oRegistered nurse (appropriate to branch) oCurrent NMC registration oDiploma plus specialist qualifications / experience within specialist area; prepared to take degree level study oMeets Nursing and Midwifery Council standards for student supervision and assessment (formally Mentorship) if relevant to role oCurrent driving licence if relevant to role Desirable oDegree in health related subject Knowledge & Experience Essential oSome post registration experience within related specialist area of practice oExtended clinical practice underpinned by training supervision & assessment oKnowledge and understanding of relevant NHS policy or project specific policy context oHas understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding oEvidence of on-going continuous professional development Desirable oResearch or audit experience oEvidence of contribution towards education and training programmes Skills & Abilities Essential oGood IT skills oEffective report writing skills oAble to work independently and as a member of a team oEffective organisation and time management skills Desirable oChange management skills and involvement in project work 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 The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Employer's website https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)