Job summary
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join the Children's Community Nursing Service in our Inner London Division. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Children's Community Nurse who is looking to share and develop their skills in the largest community healthcare trust in London.
The post holder will work within the Children's Community Nursing Team, visiting children in the community with a wide range of conditions, with the aim of reducing hospital admissions and attendances. The role will include nursing care, training, and supporting families, as well as deputising for Team leads and supporting and mentoring student nurses.
The team provides a service to children and young people aged 0 - 18 years, and works across the 3 London Boroughs of Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Westminster. The team works closely with colleagues in Primary Care, hospitals, social services, and education.
The position is for 37.5 hours per week, which will be worked flexibly over 7 days a week on a fixed term contract until 31st May 2026. This post offers a great opportunity for a children's qualified nurse to develop and enhance skills and experience in community nursing. The organisation is supportive of training needs and there is an excellent mandatory training and education programme. You will also receive regular clinical supervision and safeguarding supervision.
Main duties of the job
* To work as part of the Children's Community Nursing Team, taking responsibility for the assessment, management, and evaluation of evidenced based nursing care to children and their families or carers.
* To coordinate the day to day workload in the absence of Team Leads.
* To take responsibility for Learner Nurses on placement with the Team.
* You will need to be passionate about children's nursing, enjoy working as a team as well as being autonomous, and have at least 2 years' experience at band 5, ideally including at least 1 year in a community setting.
About us
We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role.
* Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up).
* Flexible working options.
* Annual travel card loan.
* Training, support, and development in your career.
Date posted: 15 April 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £44,806 to £53,134 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 824-INNER-7133317
Job locations
The Medical Centre, London, W9 3XZ
Person Specification
Education/Qualification Essential
* RGN / RSCN / RN(Child)
* NMC Registration
* Evidence of post registration education and training
Desirable
* Teaching Qualification
Experience Essential
* Minimum 2 years post registration experience
* Minimum of one year post registration community or relevant experience
* Experience of working with students
* Experience of working with a multi-professional team
* Experience of teaching
Skills and Knowledge Essential
* Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementation
* Knowledge of Primary Health Care and Political influences
* Knowledge and demonstration of the use of Evidenced Based Care
* Knowledge of equal opportunities and their impact in practice
* Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
* Ability to work within a team and independently
* Ability to support staff
* I.T. skills
Desirable
* Knowledge of resource management
Other Essential
* Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
Desirable
* Ability to drive
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: Central London Community Health Trust
Address: The Medical Centre, London, W9 3XZ
Employer's website: https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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