Job summary Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a qualified children's nurse for our Three CountiesHospice, Worcester to assess, plan and deliver holistic care to life-limited and life-threatened children and young people at the hospice and in their homes. This is a part time role of 25 hours per week Main duties of the job Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a qualified children's nurse for our Three CountiesHospice, Worcester to assess, plan and deliver holistic care to life-limited and life-threatened children and young people at the hospice and in their homes. This is a part time role of 25 hours per week About us Acorns is recognised as a great place to work because of our people. Our priority is that our people feel valued, whatever their background and experience, and wherever they work. Help us to save the Children's Hospice Grant: Click here to find out more Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £29,787 to £35,957 a year plus additional enhancements Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 257337 Job locations Three Counties Hospice 350 Bath Road Worcester Worcestershire WR5 3EZ Job description Job responsibilities Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a qualified children's Band 5 nurse for our Three Counties Hospice, Worcester to assess, plan and deliver holistic care to life-limited and life-threatened children and young people at the hospice and in their homes. This is a part time role of 25 hours per week About the Role At Acorns, we aim to make every day a special day for children who spend time with us at a hospic e. We provide complex care for babies, children and young people, who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, both in our hospices and in their homes. Our Nurses are part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering care packages that are tailored to each childs individual holistic needs and were structured so that youll simply have the time to care. Assess need and create individualised care plans that meet holistic needs of children and their families Deliver high quality clinical interventions to children Ensure effective medicines management Facilitate outings, play and activity Strive to develop knowledge and skills around care of children and young people with complex needs including LTV, TPN, tracheotomies and central lines Were open every day of the year and are fully responsive to the needs of our children and young people, so we will ask for some flexibility. Typical shift patterns: 12.5 hour day: 7.30am - 8.00pm or 9.00am - 9.30pm 7.5 hour day: 7.30am - 3.00pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm 12.5 hour night : 7:30pm - 8am What We Offer £29,787 to £35,957 per annum (pro rata) Enhancements for Saturdays (30%), Sundays (50%) and nights (50%) 25 hours per week Employee discounts from leading retailers Employee gym discount scheme Bike-to-Work scheme Generous contribution to group personal pension plan or continuation of current NHS pension scheme NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Childrens Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why work for Acorns? Job description Job responsibilities Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a qualified children's Band 5 nurse for our Three Counties Hospice, Worcester to assess, plan and deliver holistic care to life-limited and life-threatened children and young people at the hospice and in their homes. This is a part time role of 25 hours per week About the Role At Acorns, we aim to make every day a special day for children who spend time with us at a hospic e. We provide complex care for babies, children and young people, who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, both in our hospices and in their homes. Our Nurses are part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering care packages that are tailored to each childs individual holistic needs and were structured so that youll simply have the time to care. Assess need and create individualised care plans that meet holistic needs of children and their families Deliver high quality clinical interventions to children Ensure effective medicines management Facilitate outings, play and activity Strive to develop knowledge and skills around care of children and young people with complex needs including LTV, TPN, tracheotomies and central lines Were open every day of the year and are fully responsive to the needs of our children and young people, so we will ask for some flexibility. Typical shift patterns: 12.5 hour day: 7.30am - 8.00pm or 9.00am - 9.30pm 7.5 hour day: 7.30am - 3.00pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm 12.5 hour night : 7:30pm - 8am What We Offer £29,787 to £35,957 per annum (pro rata) Enhancements for Saturdays (30%), Sundays (50%) and nights (50%) 25 hours per week Employee discounts from leading retailers Employee gym discount scheme Bike-to-Work scheme Generous contribution to group personal pension plan or continuation of current NHS pension scheme NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Childrens Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why work for Acorns? Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (child) Desirable NA Experience Essential Experience of working with children Desirable Experience of paediatric palliative care, experience of work with children with special needs or disability Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (child) Desirable NA Experience Essential Experience of working with children Desirable Experience of paediatric palliative care, experience of work with children with special needs or disability 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. 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. 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 Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust Address Three Counties Hospice 350 Bath Road Worcester Worcestershire WR5 3EZ Employer's website https://www.acorns.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)