About this role
Job summary
Permanent | Part Time
Proposed Interview Date: Thursday 10th December 2026
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Children's Nurse to join our Respiratory Nursing Team.
This Band 5 role is an opportunity for a nurse with at least two years' post-registration experience who has an interest in paediatric respiratory care and wants to develop specialist knowledge while making a real difference to children and young people with respiratory conditions.
Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality care, education and support to children, young people and their families across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will help patients and families develop self-management skills, support treatment adherence and improve long-term health outcomes.
The role includes delivering discharge education, supporting respiratory clinics and working with schools to ensure children and young people with respiratory healthcare needs receive the support they need to thrive. You will also contribute to the education of healthcare professionals, promoting understanding of paediatric respiratory conditions across hospital, community and school settings.
In return, you will join an experienced specialist team and gain valuable skills and experience in paediatric respiratory nursing, with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Ward or Department Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering respiratory education to children, young people and families in both outpatient and ward settings.
- Providing discharge education and support to patients and families prior to leaving hospital.
- Supporting consultant-led respiratory clinics and contributing to the ongoing management of patients with respiratory conditions.
- Participating in the education and training of healthcare professionals across the Trust.
- Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care and positive patient outcomes.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.
This role has been assigned occupation code 2236 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child or RSCN)
- Teaching, Mentoring and assessor qualification
Desirable
- Relevant post basic registration course
- Willingness to undertake study to Degree level
Experience
Essential
- 2 years post registration experience
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development
- Willingness to under take or already have Trust Band 5 competency pathway
Desirable
- Post registration experience within paediatric speciality
- Mentorship experience
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Experience of staff nurse role
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Principle of safeguarding of children
- Demonstrates decision-making skills
Desirable
- Shows team working ability
- Speciality nursing skills in medicine
- Demonstrates teaching ability
Demonstrates Trust values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
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
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's Foundation Trust
wilkinson street
sheffield
S10 2GB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)