Job summary Fixed Term: 12 months | 34.5hrs per week We are looking for an experienced Paediatric Nurse with a background in Oncology and Haematology to join our team for 12 months. This offers you the chance to progress and enhance your skills within a supportive clinical environment. The unit includes a 16-bed inpatient facility, 9-bed Day Care Unit, and a busy outpatient clinic. The multidisciplinary team features Bone Marrow Transplant, Apheresis, Paediatric Oncology Outreach, Late Effects, Haemophilia, and Non-Malignant Haematology Services. If you have a passion for Haematology and Oncology, and are ready to take on a leadership role, we would love to hear from you Main duties of the job Reporting into the Ward Manager, your responsibilities will include: Take charge of the ward, allocate patients, and manage daily tasks. Provide skilled nursing care to patients Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless patient care. Support and act as a role model to junior staff Help the Ward Manager manage the department, including maintaining clinical governance and resource management Deputise for the Ward Manager and represent them at meetings About us At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Outstanding Patient Care Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children's Health We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise. As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health. Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discountshelping you succeed at work and beyond. Date posted 06 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 425-25-7028208 Job locations Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TH Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour. Diversity Statement At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.teamnhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs. LI-Onsite Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour. Diversity Statement At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.teamnhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs. LI-Onsite Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child, RNLD or RSCN) Willingness to undertake speciality specific training Current registration with NMC Desirable Willingness to undertake study at degree level Relevant Post Basic registration Course Experience Essential Substantial staffing experience within paediatrics and evidence of competencies achieved Mentoring experience with nursing students and one-to one teaching of junior staff Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development Desirable Staffing experience within speciality Relevant project work Understanding of budgetary or resource management Risk Assessment training Knowledge and Skills Essential Role of Senior Staff Nurse and ability to work within and lead a team Understanding of the clinical governance agenda Experience of undertaking the audit process Health, Safety and Risk awareness Awareness of resource management Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Moving and Handling, Sharps, COSHH, Information Governance Responsibility for safe practices of Infection Control principles Principles of Safeguarding of children & training to Level 3 Desirable Experience in Nursing Speciality of ward or department Able to demonstrate involvement and understanding of the Research process Current certificates to show relevant study and e-learning Personal Attributes Essential Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to respect the cultural, social and religious diversity within society Able to use own initiative and good decision making skills Effective interpersonal skills Paediatric Life Support training Desirable E/A.P.L.S. training Enhanced clinical skills such as accessing totally implanted central venous access devices, blood sampling from central lines Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child, RNLD or RSCN) Willingness to undertake speciality specific training Current registration with NMC Desirable Willingness to undertake study at degree level Relevant Post Basic registration Course Experience Essential Substantial staffing experience within paediatrics and evidence of competencies achieved Mentoring experience with nursing students and one-to one teaching of junior staff Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development Desirable Staffing experience within speciality Relevant project work Understanding of budgetary or resource management Risk Assessment training Knowledge and Skills Essential Role of Senior Staff Nurse and ability to work within and lead a team Understanding of the clinical governance agenda Experience of undertaking the audit process Health, Safety and Risk awareness Awareness of resource management Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Moving and Handling, Sharps, COSHH, Information Governance Responsibility for safe practices of Infection Control principles Principles of Safeguarding of children & training to Level 3 Desirable Experience in Nursing Speciality of ward or department Able to demonstrate involvement and understanding of the Research process Current certificates to show relevant study and e-learning Personal Attributes Essential Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to respect the cultural, social and religious diversity within society Able to use own initiative and good decision making skills Effective interpersonal skills Paediatric Life Support training Desirable E/A.P.L.S. training Enhanced clinical skills such as accessing totally implanted central venous access devices, blood sampling from central lines 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 Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust Address Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TH Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)