Job summary We’re expanding our team and are looking for more Nurses to join our charity. You’ll be joining an award-winning, certified Outstanding team, who do all they can to empower children and families to experience as much life as possible. As a member of the Noah’s Ark Nurse and Specialist Care team, you’ll be encouraged to put the experience of children and families at the heart of all you do. As well as understanding their care needs, you’ll get to know what’s important to each child you support – whether it’s knowing what their favorite song to listen to is, how they like to play, or what sooths them when they are sad - at Noah’s Ark it’s so important that each child is treated as an individual. You’ll focus on what children can do, rather than their limitations, and will support them to experience things they may never have thought possible. And by providing care for children, either at our state-of-the art building, The Ark, or out in the community, you’ll be allowing parents and cares to take some time for themselves. The hours of care you’ll provide will make a huge difference, allowing them to live life outside of their child’s condition. By creating this time, you’ll be creating choice – something which can feel impossible for the families we support. Main duties of the job You’ll be an experienced Band 5 Nurse with excellent clinical and communication skills. You’ll be able to work collaboratively with experience leading a multi-skilled team, or can demonstrable experience of leadership with the support from a lead nurse. Aside from experience, we look for individuals who share our core values of kindness, excellence and courage. We’ll support you to go above and beyond to be there for the children and families we support – we ask that you share this mission with us. You’ll thrive working autonomously, confident in your ability to deliver care on your own out in the community. You’ll know the value of collaboration, and will work closely with your team members, other healthcare professionals and the families you support to provide the very best care. Creativity and play will be central to your approach to care, with the ability to build long-term relationships with the children and families you care for. You’ll be qualified in Children’s Nursing and have completed your nursing preceptorship. About us Designed by families, for families, The Ark was opened in September 2019 by the Mayor of London. The grounds offer wheelchair accessible outdoor experiences, including a Woodland Walk through a 7-acre nature reserve, a hydrotherapy pool and overnight suites for families to be close to their loved ones. At The Ark we are able to provide Specialist Care and Nursing for babies, children and young people, supporting their full clinical, emotional, social and practical needs. We have created a space where children who are seriously unwell are accepted as they are, safe to play, explore, express themselves and build confidence. Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, the charity has had a sustained period of growth over the last two years and we are looking for high quality employees to come and be a part of that success. Our expert staff and trained volunteers provide clinical, emotional and practical support for families across North and Central London and Herts Valley. We carefully adapt our support for every child and offer it wherever it is required - whether in their home, their community or at our state-of-the-art children’s hospice building, The Ark, in Barnet. Date posted 07 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Joining Bonus (detailed on Job Description) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number RT1120796BarCHNB9876 Job locations The Ark, Byng Rd Barnet Greater London EN5 4NP Job description Job responsibilities At Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice we need paediatric nurses to help babies, children and young people who are seriously unwell make the most of every day. We’re looking for nurses who want to spend more time with the children they look after. You’ll be based in The Ark - a stunning new building, set in a north London nature reserve. It’s a place of laughter, play and real connection, with an atmosphere that’s both supportive and inclusive. With talented individuals who share our passion to improve the lives of seriously unwell children and their families, we’re changing the landscape for paediatric palliative care in north and central London, as well as Herts Valley. As part of our Specialist Care Team, you will care for children who are staying with us at The Ark and those visiting us for day care. Providing families with choice is central to Noah’s Ark’s care model, so you will also support children in their family homes and in community-settings. ABOUT YOU You will be an experienced or senior Band 5 nurse looking to use and develop your skills in the hospice sector. You will have excellent clinical and communication skills, be creative, and want to make a positive difference to the charity. Kindly see attached job description for more information about this opportunity. In addition, an enhanced DBS disclosure with Child Barring will be required for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction, ongoing support and supervision, reflect our commitment to safeguarding the families we support. Noahs Ark Children's Hospice is a Disabilty Confident employer Part of our commitment is to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy, and consider them based on their abilities. Our Diversity Council is working hard to construct positive changes within our organisation, and we particularly welcome applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, we kindly advise you to submit your application as early as possible. Job description Job responsibilities At Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice we need paediatric nurses to help babies, children and young people who are seriously unwell make the most of every day. We’re looking for nurses who want to spend more time with the children they look after. You’ll be based in The Ark - a stunning new building, set in a north London nature reserve. It’s a place of laughter, play and real connection, with an atmosphere that’s both supportive and inclusive. With talented individuals who share our passion to improve the lives of seriously unwell children and their families, we’re changing the landscape for paediatric palliative care in north and central London, as well as Herts Valley. As part of our Specialist Care Team, you will care for children who are staying with us at The Ark and those visiting us for day care. Providing families with choice is central to Noah’s Ark’s care model, so you will also support children in their family homes and in community-settings. ABOUT YOU You will be an experienced or senior Band 5 nurse looking to use and develop your skills in the hospice sector. You will have excellent clinical and communication skills, be creative, and want to make a positive difference to the charity. Kindly see attached job description for more information about this opportunity. In addition, an enhanced DBS disclosure with Child Barring will be required for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction, ongoing support and supervision, reflect our commitment to safeguarding the families we support. Noahs Ark Children's Hospice is a Disabilty Confident employer Part of our commitment is to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy, and consider them based on their abilities. Our Diversity Council is working hard to construct positive changes within our organisation, and we particularly welcome applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, we kindly advise you to submit your application as early as possible. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1. Registered Sick Childrens Nurse or Registered Nurse (Child Branch) (A/PEC) 2. Relevant post-qualification experience at staff nurse band 5 level - Completed nursing preceptorship(A) Desirable 1. Teaching qualification e.g. Mentorship, SSSA or a willingness to undertake qualification. (A) 2. Experience in supporting students on placement as a practice supervisor or practice assessor. (A/I) Skills / Knowledge / Experience Essential 1. Previous team nursing/management experience or experience of supporting students, junior staff nurses or support workers. (A/I) 2. Experience in leading a multiskilled workforce or team or evidence of leadership of a multiskilled workforce/team with support from lead nurse. (A/I) Desirable 1. At least 2 years post registration experience, including a minimum of one year's experience of nursing children with life limiting, life threatening or complex medical needs (A/I) 2. Demonstration of palliative care experience/nursing children with life threatening and life limiting conditions, including children with special needs. (A/I) 3. Previous experience working with children with tracheostomies and/or requiring long term ventilation. (A/I) 4. Experience with intravenous line care and therapies including parenteral nutrition. (A/I) Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1. Registered Sick Childrens Nurse or Registered Nurse (Child Branch) (A/PEC) 2. Relevant post-qualification experience at staff nurse band 5 level - Completed nursing preceptorship(A) Desirable 1. Teaching qualification e.g. Mentorship, SSSA or a willingness to undertake qualification. (A) 2. Experience in supporting students on placement as a practice supervisor or practice assessor. (A/I) Skills / Knowledge / Experience Essential 1. Previous team nursing/management experience or experience of supporting students, junior staff nurses or support workers. (A/I) 2. Experience in leading a multiskilled workforce or team or evidence of leadership of a multiskilled workforce/team with support from lead nurse. (A/I) Desirable 1. At least 2 years post registration experience, including a minimum of one year's experience of nursing children with life limiting, life threatening or complex medical needs (A/I) 2. Demonstration of palliative care experience/nursing children with life threatening and life limiting conditions, including children with special needs. (A/I) 3. Previous experience working with children with tracheostomies and/or requiring long term ventilation. (A/I) 4. Experience with intravenous line care and therapies including parenteral nutrition. (A/I) 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 Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice Address The Ark, Byng Rd Barnet Greater London EN5 4NP Employer's website https://www.noahsarkhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)