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Community Paediatric Specialist Nurse (Physical health)
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
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Reference: 301-LG-26-8260873-A
Job summary
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The post holder will support the wider community paediatric team in providing nurse led clinics to support children with complex, long term health conditions, with guidance from the paediatricians, with particular attention to the physical health aspect if the young person.
Main duties of the job
To support the Community Paediatrics Team in the provision of a high-quality service to children, young people and their families, who require health assessments, investigation and treatment for children and young people with long term health and neurodisability condition's.
To provide nurse led clinics for children with identified long terms conditions.
Provide advice and support to junior staff and learners in all aspects of the delivery of high-quality care.
Provide support, advice and education to children and young people and their families in the management of their care.
Work closely in partnership with other multi-disciplinary team members to ensure effective care planning and delivery.
Service hours are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
301-LG-26-8260873-A
Job locations
cross street clinic
burton on trent
DE141EG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support and manage onward referrals to other professionals as required to support child and young person care.
- Using evidence-based practice to support the management of care
- Provide clinical information to support education and health care plans (EHCPs) as requested.
- Screen and/or redirect referrals for children and young people over 5 years of age.
- Work in accordance with the NMC code of professional practice and scope of professional practice. Professional and legally accountable and responsible for all activities.
- Provide clinical expertise and knowledge, demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, treatment and management of the client group and demonstrate the ability to work autonomously and manage own caseload.
- Act as a role model at all times and ensures that all team members and others visiting the area give a high priority to policies and procedures relating to infection control in order to maintain a safe clinical environment for everyone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support and manage onward referrals to other professionals as required to support child and young person care.
- Using evidence-based practice to support the management of care
- Provide clinical information to support education and health care plans (EHCPs) as requested.
- Screen and/or redirect referrals for children and young people over 5 years of age.
- Work in accordance with the NMC code of professional practice and scope of professional practice. Professional and legally accountable and responsible for all activities.
- Provide clinical expertise and knowledge, demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, treatment and management of the client group and demonstrate the ability to work autonomously and manage own caseload.
- Act as a role model at all times and ensures that all team members and others visiting the area give a high priority to policies and procedures relating to infection control in order to maintain a safe clinical environment for everyone.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- registered nurse
- evidence of continued professional development
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Safeguarding Children and young people level 3
Desirable
- Registerd nurse child
Experience
Essential
- oMinimum 3 years post-registration experience in paediatrics
- oExperience of completing developmental monitoring of young people
Desirable
- oExperience of working in community paediatrics
- oCaring for children with complex medical needs
Skills
Essential
- oPaediatric physical health assessment skills
- oKnowledge of child development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- registered nurse
- evidence of continued professional development
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Safeguarding Children and young people level 3
Desirable
- Registerd nurse child
Experience
Essential
- oMinimum 3 years post-registration experience in paediatrics
- oExperience of completing developmental monitoring of young people
Desirable
- oExperience of working in community paediatrics
- oCaring for children with complex medical needs
Skills
Essential
- oPaediatric physical health assessment skills
- oKnowledge of child development
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
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
cross street clinic
burton on trent
DE141EG
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
cross street clinic
burton on trent
DE141EG
United Kingdom