Job requirements
Essential
18 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Minimum of 2 years' relevant post registration experience in paediatrics at Band 6, or substantial experience at Band 5, with experience caring for children with epilepsy and/or neurological conditions
- Experience
Experience of using evidence based practice
- Experience
Previous experience in teaching of patients & staff
- Knowledge and Skills
Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge, skills and expertise
- Knowledge and Skills
Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Knowledge and Skills
Strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills.
- Knowledge and Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Knowledge and Skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage complex situations.
- Knowledge and Skills
Digital Literacy and ability to use NHS IT systems.
- Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of the holistic needs of children and families with epilepsy/neurology
- Knowledge and Skills
Able to deliver teaching sessions and presentations
- Education and Training
Registration on the NMC register as a Children’s Nurse
- Education and Training
Educated to degree level in nursing or equivalent experience
- Education and Training
Post registration basic qualification relevant to specialty
- Education and Training
Practice Assessor qualification
- Education and Training
Completion of a Practice Supervisor programme
- Education and Training
ENB 998 or equivalent
- Education and Training
Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Previous experience in audit and evaluation
- Experience
Demonstrate understanding of relevant national strategy/policy and how this relates to the service
- Knowledge and Skills
Experience in mentoring and training junior staff.
- Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of NHS policies, procedures, and clinical governance frameworks.
- Knowledge and Skills
Ability to plan and run nurse led clinics
- Education and Training
PET 1 Epilepsy Course
Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE WILL NOT BE SPONSORED. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK independently, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Registered Children’s Nurse to support the continuing development of the Paediatric Epilepsy/Neurology Service at Darent Valley Hospital. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative Registered Children’s Nurse with experience in paediatric epilepsy to join our service to work as part of our specialist nursing team across Paediatrics.
We have an epilepsy/neurology team offering an excellent service for children and young people within the locality, forging strong links with tertiary services.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work across children’s services providing clinical, specialist and holistic support/advice to children and young people.
We are looking for you to apply if you are a motivated clinical children’s nurse, with knowledge and experience in paediatric epilepsy, preferably including experience working with young people approaching transition to adult services. You will be working independently running nurse led clinics and also supporting consultant clinics. You will have excellent interpersonal, IT and communication skills with the ability to organise, manage and plan your own workload effectively. You will be dedicated and passionate in your role whilst demonstrating excellent leadership and team working. You will be energetic and dedicated in working as an advocate in support of our children, young people and their families.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful applicant will run joint and nurse led clinics in conjunction with Consultant colleagues to offer the highest level of care to the patients. You will manage a caseload of children and young people with epilepsy. You will be the point of contact for the epilepsy service, supporting families who have children with epilepsy.
The role will provide specialist support and advice. You will be expected to provide advice and support in relation to management of epilepsy for children and young people, and will be expected to provide clinical and educational support to staff within the Trust. This will involve reviewing patients on the children's acute ward as well as in the outpatients setting.
As a team we are committed to recruiting staff who uphold our values and can deliver excellent care, putting young people at the heart of everything we do whilst working in partnership with young people and their families to provide the best possible experience.
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 Epilepsy/Neurology Nurse with Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust in Dartford, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £41,957 - £50,387 incl Fringe HCAS pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Oct 2026.
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