About this role
Job summary
Permanent | Full Time | Proposed interview date Monday 15 June 2026.
A fantastic opportunity to work in a friendly, highly-rated and forward-thinking critical care environment within a children's tertiary referral centre which is a receiving hospital for the regional major trauma network.
As a forward looking department we offer development packages in line with NMC/HCPC continuing professional development guidelines and we are committed to your professional and personal development.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals to develop in a specialist paediatric hospital, we are a motivated and friendly team driven to deliver the highest standard of care for our patients.
About You
Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse or ODP(RN Child / RSCN) Current registration with NMC/HCPC Highly motivated, newly qualified welcome as well as experienced Band 5 Theatre Practitioners in Scrub and/or Anaesthetic areas, (rotation between the two areas for ODPs) We welcome and encourage any prospective applicants to come visit our department; please contact us beforehand to arrange and do not hesitate to contact us with any other questions.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Team leader in theatre and to a Clinical lead, some of your responsibilities will include:
You will be expected to work within a self-contained theatre team on a daily basis. Utilise clinical and risk assessment skills to maintain a safe environment. Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care plans for children/young people and their familiespresenting for care within the framework of the nursing/theatre team. Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure smooth patient pathways and optimal surgical 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
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2237 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.
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.#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse or ODP (RN Child / RSCN / RGN or ODP) Current registration with NMC/HCPC
Desirable
Teaching, mentoring and Assessors qualification Relevant Post Basic registration course Paediatric Life Support
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Role of Theatre Practitioner Accountability and Own limitations Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH Principles of Infection Control Principles of Safeguarding of children Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to respect the cultural, social and religious diversity within society Able to use own initiative Good decision making skills Effective interpersonal skills
Desirable
Experience in Nursing or Operating Dept Ability to work within a team Understanding of the clinical governance agenda Health, Safety and Risk awareness Awareness of resource management Extended role skills eg IV practice Speciality Skills: Medical Speciality Skills: Nursing Speciality Skills: Surgical Nursing Speciality Skills: Critical Care Speciality Skills: One to One Teaching
Experience Essential
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development
Desirable
Post-registration experience in paediatric speciality Mentorship experience
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 NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)