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Job summary

Main area
Paediatrics
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Fixed term: 6 months (post ends 31/03/25)
Hours
Part time - 22.5 hours per week
Job ref
177-ELEC-7448457
Employer
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
James Paget University Hospital
Town
Gorleston
Salary
£38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/09/2025 23:59

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James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust logo

Children's CDC sister

NHS AfC: Band 6

The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of around 250,000 people in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney areas. The Trust provides an integrated hospital and community children’s service. 
Patient and staff experience is important to us and these are the behaviours we live by: 
 
  • Putting patients first
  • Aiming to get it right 
  • Recognising that everybody counts
  • Doing everything openly and honestly

 
‘Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England'

Job overview

This is a very exciting opportunity for a paediatric nurse to be involved in the Community Diagnostic Centre  pathway for CYP's. The post holder will work closely with the respiratory team to deliver care to CYPs within the CDC and clinic. The post holder will assist with the diagnostic tests, provide reports to primary care. 

Main duties of the job

To welcome the child and family to the CDC

to undertake peak flow and assist with diagnostic tests for asthma

to work with the respiratory team within MDT's

To generate reports following the tests 

to provide training and education 

Working for our organisation

We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Work as a band 6 paediatric nurse within the CDC. to assist with pathway management and developing the service. 

Person specification

Education and Qualification

Essential criteria
  • RSCN/RN Child or equivalent
  • Evidence of continued professional development
  • Preparation for mentorship (ENB 988 or equivalent)
Desirable criteria
  • Management/Team leading qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential criteria
  • Has had experience in managing respiratory children in the acute setting
  • Paediatric nursing experience in both acute and community settings
  • Acute paediatric nursing experience of working in a team and independently

Skills and Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work confidently and autonomously and remain calm under stress
  • IT skills
  • Flexible approach to working pattern
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleAge positiveInvestors in People: GoldImproving working livesDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - SilverMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.CTP The Ministry of Defence partnering with Right ManagementCare Leaver CovenantCare Quality Commission - Requires improvementStep into healthArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Lisa King
Job title
Paediatric Matron
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01493 452184
Additional information

Lisa King

Paediatric Matron 

[email protected]

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