Job summary This post is a part time at 34.5 hours per week secondment cover or a fixed term contract for 13 months. Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Main duties of the job The post holder will work under the direction of the ward manager with responsibility for: The assessment of care needs for all patients, ensuring appropriately planned care is both implemented and evaluated. He/ she is expected to work with minimal supervision and will be designated to take charge of the ward in the absence of the manager. He/she will provide care to patients without supervision to facilitate the prevention of admission or reduction in hospitalisation. He/ she will act as an effective clinical leader and will ensure the clinical and professional development of all staff for whom they are responsible. Circumstances may arise for the post holder to assist in providing clinical cover in all areas of the paediatric unit. About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year Pro rata per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Secondment Working pattern Part-time Reference number 391-RFL-6749386 Job locations Barnet Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet EN5 3DJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education/Qualifications Essential RSCN / RN Child Teaching and Assessing course or Working towards Desirable APLS/ PILS Other relevant post registration / professional development. Experience Essential Substantial paediatric experience Child Protection experience and training Experience of supporting and developing junior staff. Experience of working with the MDT. Experience of teaching Experience of managing a team. Desirable Experience or risk management / clinical governance / policy and procedure development Skills & Aptitudes Essential Effective role model Evidence of ability to teach in informal and formal settings Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work autonomously and also as part of a team. Aware of limitations Demonstrates knowledge of a wide range of general paediatric skills Ability to produce high standards of documentation. Ability to negotiate and advocate for children and their families Ability to assess a situation and implement an appropriate plan of care Person Specification World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education/Qualifications Essential RSCN / RN Child Teaching and Assessing course or Working towards Desirable APLS/ PILS Other relevant post registration / professional development. Experience Essential Substantial paediatric experience Child Protection experience and training Experience of supporting and developing junior staff. Experience of working with the MDT. Experience of teaching Experience of managing a team. Desirable Experience or risk management / clinical governance / policy and procedure development Skills & Aptitudes Essential Effective role model Evidence of ability to teach in informal and formal settings Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work autonomously and also as part of a team. Aware of limitations Demonstrates knowledge of a wide range of general paediatric skills Ability to produce high standards of documentation. Ability to negotiate and advocate for children and their families Ability to assess a situation and implement an appropriate plan of care 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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Barnet Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet EN5 3DJ Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)