
Job requirements
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Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Expert clinical role model who is committed to improvement of standards and patient care
- Experience
Uses evidence base practice to support patient care delivery
- Experience
Experience of managing teams
- Experience
Evidence of being a Reflective Practitioner
- Experience
Understanding of Healthcare Governance and its application
- Experience
Demonstration of autonomous practice
- Experience
Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Experience
Experience of caring for children and young people within a Paediatric High Dependency or PICU environment
- Experience
Previous management experience
- Education & Qualification
RSCN/RN Child with NMC Registration
- Education & Qualification
Minimum of 5 years experience within speciality / acute care area
- Education & Qualification
Post registration qualification or course evidence in High Dependency Care level 1 and or 2 relevant to clinical speciality
- Education & Qualification
Mentorship module or equivalent
- Education & Qualification
Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Education & Qualification
Leadership Course
- Education & Qualification
PILS/ALS trained
- Education & Qualification
Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Education & Qualification
Management qualification
- Education & Qualification
Post registration qualification relevant to clinical speciality
- Education & Qualification
Completed or undertaking a first level degree in Nursing/ Health Studies
Job overview
Join Our Team on Amazon Children’s Ward and Jungle Assessment Unit
Delivering Exceptional Care, Empowering Families
Are you passionate about providing high-quality healthcare to children and their families? At North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, our Amazon Children’s Ward and Jungle Assessment Unit offer state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic, supportive environment for paediatric nurses to thrive and grow.
About Us
Located on the Peterborough City Hospital site, our units are dedicated to delivering the very highest standards of care to children aged 0–18 years. With 30 inpatient beds, including 12 en-suite cubicles, a 2-bedded HDU area, and 4 four-bedded bays, we’re equipped to manage a wide range of general paediatric conditions. Additionally, our Day Surgery/Day Care Unit caters to up to 12 surgical patients daily.
Our Jungle Paediatric Assessment Unit supports up to 16 patients, providing a seamless journey for children referred by GPs, other health professionals, or from the Emergency Department.
Why Join Us?
- Cutting-Edge Facilities: Work in a modern environment equipped with the latest technology, ensuring optimal care delivery.
- Collaborative Team: Be part of a dynamic team passionate about making a difference in children’s lives.
- Professional Development: We invest in our team, offering exceptional opportunities to enhance your skills, knowledge, and career progression
Main duties of the job
Join a Team That Makes a Difference
If you’re ready to take the next step in your paediatric nursing career, apply now to join our committed team at Amazon Children’s Ward and Jungle Assessment Unit. Together, let’s provide the care, compassion, and expertise that children and their families deserve.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking enthusiastic and compassionate nurses who:
- Have a live NMC registration or are UK nursing students awaiting their PIN (unfortunately, we cannot support OSCE at this time).
- Are dedicated to delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced, paediatric environment.
- Thrive in a multidisciplinary setting and enjoy supporting families during challenging times.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Deliver and evaluate comprehensive physical, social, and emotional care for children and adolescents in alignment with evidence-based practice, policies, and the NMC Code of Practice.
- Foster a supportive environment that values high-quality nursing care.
- Act as an advocate for children receiving care, ensuring their needs and rights are prioritized.
- Collaborate with nursing and multidisciplinary teams to plan and deliver effective care.
This vacancy has 1 x 28.85 hours per a week and 1 x 22.5 hours per a week
*Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice*
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details of the role and the key responsibilities.
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.
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This advert is for Paediatric Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse - Peterborough with North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust in Peterborough, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Charge nurse role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata. The contract type is 11 months (Fixed term until 23rd August 2027). The application deadline is 08 Sep 2026.
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