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High Consequence Infectious Disease Nurse Specialist

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Location
Salary
£47,810 - £54,710 per annum
Profession
Clinical nurse specialist
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
13 Jul 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
24 Jun 2025

Job overview

Permanent | Full-time

Join Sheffield Children's as a HCID Nurse Specialist, playing an important role in NHSE's expansion of paediatric HCID services. You will lead the development of education, training, policies, and protocols to prepare our teams to safely care for children with high consequence infectious diseases. Working with infection prevention, infectious diseases, and health & safety teams, you will help ensure safe, compassionate care for children and their families.

About You:

  • Registered Nurse (RSCN or RGN) with current NMC registration
  • IPC qualification with knowledge of HCID management and transmission risks
  • Experience in senior nursing roles with expertise in policy development
  • Experience with developing healthcare training, including simulation and competency assessments

Main duties of the job

You will report to the Lead Nurse (IPC), and your responsibilities will include:

  • Lead development and implementation of HCID-related education, training, and governance policies
  • Collaborate with teams across local, regional, and national levels
  • Deliver evidence-based training and simulation programmes tailored for HCID preparedness
  • Provide pastoral support and communicate complex information to diverse audiences
  • Conduct audits, evaluate training effectiveness, and promote service improvement
  • Maintain knowledge of HCID risks, infection control measures, and emergency response frameworks

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s 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, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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