Childrens'/Learning Disability/Adult Nurse

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; North Chailey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Chailey seeks enthusiastic nurses to care for children and young people with complex health needs. This part-time role involves developing skills in critical areas such as catheterisation and seizure management. Candidates must have access to transport, and prior experience is valued less than empathy and enthusiasm. Join a dedicated team to promote independence and quality of life for young patients.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Excellent training opportunities

On-site parking and EV charging

Qualifications

• A lack of relevant experience is acceptable.
• Access to transport is essential due to rural location.
• Competence in catheterisation, tracheostomy care, ventilation, and seizure management will be developed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based, skilled nursing care.
• Support nursing staff in assessing and planning care.
• Provide personal and intimate care to children and young people.

Skills

Empathy

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Job description

We’re seeking enthusiastic nurses to develop skills in caring for children and young people (ages 3–25) with complex health needs such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and physical disabilities.

We provide 24/7 specialist care across our school, in the residential and short breaks services at Chailey Heritage Foundation. This unique role involves working in partnership in a supportive environment, empowering young people to express their preferences and take part in activities like crafting, horse riding, swimming, day trips, and holidays.

A lack of relevant experience is not required, as we value empathy, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. You will be supported to become competent in catheterisation, tracheostomy care, ventilation, and seizure management.

You’ll gain valuable experience in neurological care and access to ongoing development opportunities to advance your career.

Due to our rural location, access to transport is essential. Free on-site parking and EV charging are available.

Please note: this is a part-time vacancy, therefore due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

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To deliver evidence based, skilled nursing care according to the individual child or young person’s health needs, ensuring they receive nursing care promoting a valued lifestyle and independence.

To support nursing staff in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for children & young people with complex health needs and their families, based on research and evidence of good practice.

To deliver direct personal and intimate care to children & young people.

To provide education, training and support to non-registered and registered professionals, including student nurses and medical students.

To carry out effective medication management, including stock checking, ordering, receiving medication into school and returning medication home, preparation and administration.

To develop skills and knowledge within the field of complex health needs and physical disability, ensuring the relevant clinical skills required for management of safe nursing care are maintained.

If you are ready to be part of a dedicated team who are passionate about supporting children and young people, enabling them to lead safe, happy and fulfilling lives, we would love to hear from you.

To arrange an informal visit please contact Matron on 01825 722112 x 7715.

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We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex
• Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
• Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values — Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence — guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emily Shaddick Job title: Matron Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01825 722112