# Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/paediatric-respiratory-and-sleep-physiologist/b34019fc-5cc0-45d1-bfe7-922abe6b4989 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/paediatric-respiratory-and-sleep-physiologist/b34019fc-5cc0-45d1-bfe7-922abe6b4989.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Weston General Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Respiratory physiologist - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time - 36 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-09-20T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-27T14:41:34.147Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Bristol/Bristol/Bristol_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Healthcare_Science_Respiratory_Sleep_Physiology/Healthcare_Science_Respiratory_Sleep_Physiology-v8253885 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8253885?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children in the Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team! We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic band 5 Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team, working 36 hours per week (0.96 WTE). The post holder will contribute to the delivery of respiratory physiology testing within the Children’s Hospital, as well as a high-quality sleep study service. It is essential that the successful applicant has previous experience of lung function testing, preferably with sleep physiology experience also. It is essential to have a good science background with a BSc in Healthcare Science or equivalent. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and a strong desire to continue a career in respiratory physiology are essential. We are looking for individuals with enthusiasm, who enjoy working with children, and who are committed to providing a high-quality service in this healthcare science specialism. Previous experience in respiratory physiology investigations are essential, and recent NHS clinical experience is essential, as is a desire to continue with personal professional development. You must be highly motivated, with an ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will also need effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a busy and varied workload. ### Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for contributing to an efficient and high-quality service in the field of Paediatric Respiratory Physiology and Sleep Medicine, and for providing the very best care for patients during their inpatient stay or outpatient visit. - Undertaking a range of standard lung function investigations with inpatients and outpatients (spirometry, FeNO, nasal NO and bronchodilator response assessments), gaining accurate and clinically valuable measurements. - Performing more complex lung function investigations (multiple breath washout, lung volumes and gas transfer) in line with service development. - Facilitating the provision of sleep study investigations for inpatients and home sleep studies (overnight oximetry, overnight carbon dioxide monitoring and respiratory polygraphy), ensuring high quality data is captured. - Performing analysis and reporting of sleep studies, following departmental and international standards. - Maintaining equipment to ensure that it is functioning to agreed standards and specifications. - Training and supporting junior staff, and participating in teaching and research activities within the department. We would very much encourage informal discussions or visits to enable you to find out more about the role and department. Please contact Kate Kilpin (kate.kilpin@uhbw.nhs.uk), Lead Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist for further information. We look forward to hearing from you! Provisional interview date: Tuesday 13th October. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the detailed job description and person specification which can be found as an attached document. ### Applicant requirements 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. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Experience of performing a range of lung function investigations - Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS - Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team - Experience of working with children **Desirable** - Experience of performing sleep physiology investigations - Experience of supervising or training junior, trainee or student staff - Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service ### Personal qualities **Essential** - Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, clinically valuable measurements - Able to work autonomously within own limitations, seeking advice where appropriate - Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team - Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum - A desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology ### Education and qualifications **Essential** - 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A - C including English, Mathematics and Science - 3 A-levels grades A*- C including a science subject - BSc in a relevant degree **Desirable** - Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent ### Knowledge, skills and abilities **Essential** - Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times - Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work to documented quality standards - Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting tasks and problem solve effectively - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating with patients and carers in sensitive situations - Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems - Evidence of continuing professional development ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 752.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10573774) - [dbs charges information (pdf, 71.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=3005) - [dbs charges information (pdf, 119.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=2397) - [uhbw staff benefits book (pdf, 12.5mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=2131) - [uhbw behaviours and values (pdf, 299.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2476) - [policy statement - ex offenders (pdf, 424.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=667) ## 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.