About this role
Job summary This role requires the successful candidate to hold a RN Child/Learning Disabilities or Adult NMC registration. To have recent experience of working as a Band 5/6 in a clinical setting. Ideally you will have experience of working with children who have complex care needs and/or a palliative diagnosis. You will also have an ability to think on your feet and problem solve in a fast-paced clinical environment. This role is part of the 24/7 clinical on-call rota Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Childrens Hospices.
Main duties of the job You will be a professional role model, leading and coordinating the in-house hospice team to provide safe, high-quality care to children, young people and their families. Take responsibility and accountability for shift management and organisation of the in-hospice care. This involves managing a wide range of complex and sometimes conflicting priorities. Provide nursing advice organisational wide to support and facilitate high quality, individualised care to children / young people and families in collaboration with the multi professional team. Take responsibility for standards of cleanliness within the clinical area during your shift. Facilitate the development of all junior staff within the team Provide an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of child/young person care through research and evidence-based practice. To undertake delegated responsibility for the hospice in the absence of the Lead Nurses. To be part of the Clinical On-Call Rota (Providing out of hours support for the In-House Team).
About us Shooting Star Childrens Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or who have been bereaved. At the heart of what we do are our dedicated staff; their exceptional commitment and professionalism means every family has the opportunity to make every moment count.
To help each member of our team to excel in their role, we provide a range of skills training, staff benefits, discounts and wellbeing events. Discover the difference you can make today.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Title: In House Band 6 Nurse
Salary: Circa salary equivalent to NHS Band 6
Team: In-house CHR
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Christopher's, Guildford, Surrey, 1LP GU3
About the role
You will be
Be a professional role model, leading and coordinating the in-house hospice team to provide safe, high-quality care to children, young people and their families Take responsibility and accountability for shift management and organisation of the in-hospice care. This involves managing a wide range of complex and sometimes conflicting priorities Provide nursing advice organisational wide to support and facilitate high quality, individualised care to children / young people and families in collaboration with the multi professional team Take responsibility for standards of cleanliness within the clinical area during your shift Facilitate the development of all junior staff within the team Provide an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of child/young person care through research and evidence-based practice To undertake delegated responsibility for the hospice in the absence of the Lead Nurses To be part of the Clinical On-Call Rota (Providing out of hours support for the In-House Team)About you
This role requires the successful candidate to hold a RN Child/Learning Disabilities or Adult NMC registration. To have recent experience of working as a Band 5/6 in a clinical setting. Ideally you will have experience of working with children who have complex care needs and/or a palliative diagnosis. You will also have an ability to think on your feet and problem solve in a fast-paced clinical environment. This role is part of the 24/7 clinical on-call rota Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Childrens Hospices.Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Childrens Hospices.
What we offer
In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:
Pension scheme
NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributionsAnnual leave
27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years serviceContractual benefits
Generous sick pay scheme Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay Flexible working arrangements Death in service benefits Reimbursed professional membership fees Eye care Employee referral scheme Blue Light discount cardHealth and wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme Occupational Health Mindfulness sessions Mental Health First Aiders
SafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.Equality, diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Childrens Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisations values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Childrens Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.
Please contact Leanne Walsh,[email protected] or 01483 230960 if you have any questions about this role.
Anticipated closing date: 04/07/2026
Interview date: 15/07/2026 at Christophers
Person Specification
General Requirements Essential
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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.
Employer details Employer name Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
Address
Guildford, Surrey
GU3 1LP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)