Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role. Main duties of the job An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our established and inclusive multidisciplinary team caring for children and young people with a wide range of endocrine disorders. We are a supportive team and are keen to encourage development and educational opportunities. Southampton Children's Hospital is a major centre for specialist paediatric endocrine services across the south of England providing acute specialist care to our local population as well as a wide geographical area across HIOW and beyond including Dorchester, Frimley and the Channel Islands. We also provide a range of subspecialist services including DSD, bone, genetics, late effects and tertiary obesity. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. About us As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working .Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. Date posted 10 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 188-SNM060325 Job locations Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities There are currently 4 consultants and 2.6 WTE specialist nurses within the team as well as junior doctors in general and specialty training. The team works closely with other specialty services to provide care for children who are inpatients, outpatients and admitted for day case investigations. Additionally we provide advice, support and education for patients and staff in other hospitals across the region as part of a regional Wessex Endocrine Network. The MDT works very effectively, with each members views and contributions valued and respected. We are a pro-active and dynamic team providing a high standard of care. You will join the current team and after a period of time spent developing your knowledge and experience with support, will then lead the endocrine nursing team. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic paediatric nurse who wants to further develop their own practice and the service. We need: A nurse with previous endocrine experience at band 6 or previous experience at band 7 who is able to work autonomously as well as closely and effectively with a multidisciplinary team. A strong and visible leader, with excellent communication skills. A nurse with experience of managing a busy and diverse clinical environment/workload. Job description Job responsibilities There are currently 4 consultants and 2.6 WTE specialist nurses within the team as well as junior doctors in general and specialty training. The team works closely with other specialty services to provide care for children who are inpatients, outpatients and admitted for day case investigations. Additionally we provide advice, support and education for patients and staff in other hospitals across the region as part of a regional Wessex Endocrine Network. The MDT works very effectively, with each members views and contributions valued and respected. We are a pro-active and dynamic team providing a high standard of care. You will join the current team and after a period of time spent developing your knowledge and experience with support, will then lead the endocrine nursing team. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic paediatric nurse who wants to further develop their own practice and the service. We need: A nurse with previous endocrine experience at band 6 or previous experience at band 7 who is able to work autonomously as well as closely and effectively with a multidisciplinary team. A strong and visible leader, with excellent communication skills. A nurse with experience of managing a busy and diverse clinical environment/workload. Person Specification Trust values Essential Patients first Working together Always Improving Skills and competencies Essential Negotiation skills Communication Problem solving General IT skills Interpersonal skills Organisational skills Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register Level 7 Post Grad Cert (Min 60 Credits), Master's Degree within relevant speciality or equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant speciality training, experience or portfolio Specialist training / Qualification in area of practice Provide evidence of leading learning in practice Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality Specialist clinical skills and experience within specialist area Evidence of change Management, leadership and innovation Clinical experience at Band 6 or equivalent within relevant speciality Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all Provide evidence of supporting / managing and supervision of a range of learnings in practice Desirable Counselling / advanced communication skills qualification / training Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Multidisciplinary team working Experience of nurse-led care / clinics in own practice Team leadership role Awareness of own leadership skills/style Registered as an independent prescriber Leadership Qualification / training Person Specification Trust values Essential Patients first Working together Always Improving Skills and competencies Essential Negotiation skills Communication Problem solving General IT skills Interpersonal skills Organisational skills Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register Level 7 Post Grad Cert (Min 60 Credits), Master's Degree within relevant speciality or equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant speciality training, experience or portfolio Specialist training / Qualification in area of practice Provide evidence of leading learning in practice Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality Specialist clinical skills and experience within specialist area Evidence of change Management, leadership and innovation Clinical experience at Band 6 or equivalent within relevant speciality Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all Provide evidence of supporting / managing and supervision of a range of learnings in practice Desirable Counselling / advanced communication skills qualification / training Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Multidisciplinary team working Experience of nurse-led care / clinics in own practice Team leadership role Awareness of own leadership skills/style Registered as an independent prescriber Leadership Qualification / training 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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)