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Paediatric Epilepsy Nurse Specialist
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 389-26-8203743
Job summary
Closing date: 6th September 2026
Shortlisting to commence: 7th September 2026
Interviews to take place: W/C 14th September 2026
A vacancy has arisen to appoint a highly motivated, innovative and adaptable individual to join Children's Epilepsy Service at Bradford Teaching Hospitals.
This post involves working as part of the team within a busy Paediatric Community Epilepsy service. The successful candidate will work as part of a Multidisciplinary Team, and includes but is not limited to undertaking home visits in the Bradford area, assisting in outpatient clinics, delivering patient and staff education and training.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of a defined caseload and will provide specialised nursing care, advice and education. They will need to demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of childhood epilepsy.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will also be expected support families at diagnosis and throughout the child and families' journey, empowering them to be confident and competent with their condition.
For more information on this exciting opportunity please contact Lauren Hibbert on 01274 365887
We would welcome and encourage informal visits to our service.
To come and join our team you will need to have a good knowledge and understanding of childhood epilepsy and an aptitude to learn quickly, be a RSCN / RN (Child) and hold a recognised teaching/mentoring qualification. The post holder will be expected to work autonomously, whilst reporting back to the Team leader; have a positive attitude and be keen to take on new challenges. You will need to possess excellent clinical and leadership skills, as well as clear and compassionate communication skills. IT literacy is essential.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Details
Date posted
17 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
389-26-8203743
Job locations
St Lukes Hospital
Little Horton Ln
Bradford
BD5 0NA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post involves working as part of the team within a busy Paediatric Community Epilepsy service. In this role you will work well as part of a Multidisciplinary Team, undertaking home visits in the Bradford area, assisting in outpatient clinics, delivering patient and staff education and training. You will develop management plans with ward based staff, the child and their family, in line with NICE guidance and the best practice criteria.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of a defined caseload and will provide specialised nursing care, advice and education.
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post involves working as part of the team within a busy Paediatric Community Epilepsy service. In this role you will work well as part of a Multidisciplinary Team, undertaking home visits in the Bradford area, assisting in outpatient clinics, delivering patient and staff education and training. You will develop management plans with ward based staff, the child and their family, in line with NICE guidance and the best practice criteria.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of a defined caseload and will provide specialised nursing care, advice and education.
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post nursing registration experience, including experience working in the relevant clinical specialist area (Epilepsy)
- Experience of assessment, development and implementation of programmes of care for patients/carers/staff demonstrating knowledge of specific needs
Desirable
- Experience of working with Children and Young People with complex needs
- Experience in policy development
- Experience in clinical audit
- Change management experience
Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Computer literate
- Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Bundle of Care, NICE Guidelines
- Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Child)
- Teaching and assessing qualification eg. (ENB 998, SLIP, Practice Assessor Course)
Desirable
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality
- Non Medical Prescriber or willingness to undertake
- CPD Courses applicable to specialism
Values
Essential
- We are one team
- We care
- We value people
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post nursing registration experience, including experience working in the relevant clinical specialist area (Epilepsy)
- Experience of assessment, development and implementation of programmes of care for patients/carers/staff demonstrating knowledge of specific needs
Desirable
- Experience of working with Children and Young People with complex needs
- Experience in policy development
- Experience in clinical audit
- Change management experience
Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Computer literate
- Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Bundle of Care, NICE Guidelines
- Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Child)
- Teaching and assessing qualification eg. (ENB 998, SLIP, Practice Assessor Course)
Desirable
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality
- Non Medical Prescriber or willingness to undertake
- CPD Courses applicable to specialism
Values
Essential
- We are one team
- We care
- We value people
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
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Lukes Hospital
Little Horton Ln
Bradford
BD5 0NA
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Lukes Hospital
Little Horton Ln
Bradford
BD5 0NA
United Kingdom