# Neonatal Senior Nurse > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/neonatal-senior-nurse/6b4ae149-81f2-4ab5-ac6f-5261c01f8871 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/neonatal-senior-nurse/6b4ae149-81f2-4ab5-ac6f-5261c01f8871.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Salford - **Region:** North West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Nurse (neonatal) - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £49,387 - £56,515 Per annum - **Contract type:** 12 months (This is a fixed term contract - secondment.) - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, 37.5 hours per week (Per annum) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-11T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-05-28T08:22:08.963Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Oldham/Northern_Care_Alliance_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Neonatology/Neonatology-v8041375 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8041375?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Join Our Dynamic Team: Exciting Opportunity for a Senior Neonatal Nurse. Are you a confident and compassionate neonatal nurse ready to make a profound impact in the lives of our tiniest patients? An exceptional opportunity awaits you in our state-of-the-art Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where your expertise and passion for care can truly shine! As a key leader in our dedicated team, you’ll have the chance to energise and inspire both families and staff. Your enthusiasm and knowledge will be the driving force behind our commitment to individualised nursing care, transitional care, and family-integrated initiatives. You’ll be at the forefront of implementing baby-friendly practices that prioritise the well-being of every infant. What We’re Looking For: - A proactive leader who radiates positivity and passion - A skilled clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment - A nurturing individual dedicated to empowering families through their journeys Join us in creating a supportive and innovative atmosphere where every day brings new challenges, rewards, and the opportunity to change lives. Ready to step into a role where you can lead with impact and compassion? We can’t wait to welcome you to our incredible team. ### Main duties of the job Lead the Way in Neonatal Care: Your Next Adventure Awaits. Are you passionate about making a real difference in neonatal care? We’re searching for a dynamic leader to helm our dedicated neonatal team across intensive, high dependency, special, and transitional care. This is your chance to be at the forefront of neonatal excellence! As a pioneering force in our unit, you will: - Lead with Confidence: Take charge of the neonatal team, showcasing your ability to recognize and respond to neonatal emergencies while providing vital support to your peers and junior staff - Educate and Empower: Share your extensive knowledge and clinical experience to enhance the skills of your colleagues in delivering exceptional Family Integrated Care, ensuring that every family feels informed, supported, and cared for - Champion Best Practices: Uphold the highest standards by ensuring care is delivered in line with Trust policies and procedures. Leverage clinical audits and research to drive continuous improvement and innovation. - Foster Collaboration: Engage with both internal and external networks, promoting a collaborative environment that enhances communication and resource sharing. Your role modelling will inspire effective teamwork - Shape the Future of Care: Actively participate in the ongoing development of our neonatal unit, aligning your efforts with your professional registration to create a brighter future for newborns and their families ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk ## Job Details Join Our Dynamic Team: Exciting Opportunity for a Senior Neonatal Nurse. Are you a confident and compassionate neonatal nurse ready to make a profound impact in the lives of our tiniest patients? An exceptional opportunity awaits you in our state-of-the-art Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where your expertise and passion for care can truly shine! As a key leader in our dedicated team, you’ll have the chance to energise and inspire both families and staff. Your enthusiasm and knowledge will be the driving force behind our commitment to individualised nursing care, transitional care, and family-integrated initiatives. You’ll be at the forefront of implementing baby-friendly practices that prioritise the well-being of every infant. What We’re Looking For: A proactive leader who radiates positivity and passion A skilled clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment A nurturing individual dedicated to empowering families through their journeys Join us in creating a supportive and innovative atmosphere where every day brings new challenges, rewards, and the opportunity to change lives. Ready to step into a role where you can lead with impact and compassion? We can’t wait to welcome you to our incredible team. ## Job Description Lead the Way in Neonatal Care: Your Next Adventure Awaits. Are you passionate about making a real difference in neonatal care? We’re searching for a dynamic leader to helm our dedicated neonatal team across intensive, high dependency, special, and transitional care. This is your chance to be at the forefront of neonatal excellence! As a pioneering force in our unit, you will: Lead with Confidence: Take charge of the neonatal team, showcasing your ability to recognize and respond to neonatal emergencies while providing vital support to your peers and junior staff Educate and Empower: Share your extensive knowledge and clinical experience to enhance the skills of your colleagues in delivering exceptional Family Integrated Care, ensuring that every family feels informed, supported, and cared for Champion Best Practices: Uphold the highest standards by ensuring care is delivered in line with Trust policies and procedures. Leverage clinical audits and research to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Foster Collaboration: Engage with both internal and external networks, promoting a collaborative environment that enhances communication and resource sharing. Your role modelling will inspire effective teamwork Shape the Future of Care: Actively participate in the ongoing development of our neonatal unit, aligning your efforts with your professional registration to create a brighter future for newborns and their families ## Responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Registered Nurse with current NMC Pin - Nursing degree or equivalent - Evidence of CPD - Evidence of Mentorship - Qualified in speciality - Current NLS provider - Accelerated leaders course ### Knowledge and skills requirement **Essential** - Significant post-registration experience, including 2 years at Band 6 level - Experience of research and audit - Proactive problem solving - Ability to use reflective practice - Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills - Leadership course - Awareness of current nursing issues - Experience of change agent/quality improvement - IT skills **Desirable** - Evidence of ward management - Understanding of ward budgets ## Documents - [neonatal senior nurse (pdf, 304.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10329924) - [secondment application (pdf, 112.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2908) - [candidate information pack (pdf, 840.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=3016) - [functional requirement form (pdf, 120.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10329925) - [sponsorship & evisa information (pdf, 141.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2708) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.