Lead Paediatric Oncology & Haematology Nurse

Sheffield; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse with a strong background in Paediatric Oncology and Haematology to lead a busy ward. Reporting to the Ward Manager, you will oversee patient care, mentor junior staff, and work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality services.

This temporary role offers full-time or part-time hours with a closing date of 30 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma level education for Registered Nurse (Child).
• Current NMC registration and willing to undertake specialty training.
• Willingness to study at degree level and undertake post-basic registration.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the ward, allocate patients, and manage daily tasks.
• Provide skilled nursing care to patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless patient care.
• Support and act as a role model to junior staff.
• Help the Ward Manager manage the department, including clinical governance and resource management.
• Deputise for the Ward Manager and represent them at meetings.

Education

Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child, RNLD or RSCN)

Current registration with NMC

Willingness to undertake speciality specific training

Relevant Post Basic registration Course

Job description

The Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse with a strong background in Paediatric Oncology and Haematology to lead a busy ward. Reporting to the Ward Manager, you will oversee patient care, mentor junior staff, and work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality services.

This temporary role offers full-time or part-time hours with a closing date of 30 October 2026.