Band 7 Children’s Community Nurse

Athona Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Band 7 Children’s Community Nurse for a full-time locum position in Chadwell Heath, UK. The role involves providing family-centred care to children and young people, aiming to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions. Eligible candidates must have at least 3 years of community children's nursing experience, various competencies, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers £32.00 per hour and starts on 24/11/2025 until 30/01/2026.

Benefits

Industry-leading support team

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working opportunities

Access to exclusive NHS roles

Dedicated consultant support

Generous referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience as an RSCN or RNC required.
• Significant community children’s nursing experience essential.
• Competent in assessment of the sick child, IV therapy, and central line management.

Responsibilities

• Provide family-centred care in a community paediatric setting.
• Prevent unnecessary hospital admissions for children and young people.
• Support a dedicated community-based paediatric team.

Skills

Assessment of the sick child

IV therapy

Central line management

Venepuncture

Oncology

Wound care

Long-term condition management

Palliative care

Community children’s nursing experience

Education

Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience as an RSCN or RNC

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Job Title: Band 7 Children’s Community Nurse

Specialty: Community Paediatrics

Band / Grade: Band 7

Location: Chadwell Heath RM6

Salary: £32.00 per hour (gross, full rate)

Description: We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Children’s Community Nurse to work with an NHS Trust in Chadwell Heath. This full‑time locum position is based in a Community Paediatric Nursing Service, with proposed working hours of Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week. The role is set to begin on 24/11/2025 and will last until 30/01/2026, offering an hourly rate of £32.00 (gross, full rate). Please note that this position is inside IR35.

What sets this role apart is the opportunity to work within a dedicated community‑based paediatric team, supporting children and young people to receive high‑quality, family‑centred care closer to home—helping to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

Eligibility and Qualifications:

To be eligible, you must have a minimum of 3 years post‑qualification experience as an RSCN or RNC, significant community children’s nursing experience, and be competent in assessment of the sick child, IV therapy, central line management, venepuncture, oncology, wound care, long‑term condition management, and palliative care. Candidates must be on the DBS Update Service, fully compliant as soon as possible due to the urgency of the role, and have 3 years of employment references on file. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are also essential.

Why work with Athona?

We are one of the UK’s leading on‑framework healthcare recruitment agencies. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on taking great care in every candidate we place. Our team of experts are always on hand to support you.

What We Offer:

• Industry‑leading in‑house revalidation and appraisal support team
• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to exclusive NHS roles through our preferred supplier status
• A dedicated consultant offering tailored support
• A generous referral scheme

Interested in applying? If this role suits your skills and experience, apply today, and our team will contact you to discuss the details.

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