Nursing Associates for Neonates

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279); Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in Haywards Heath seeks a Nursing Associate for its neonatal team. Ideal candidates are qualified or near to qualifying and are passionate about providing care to families and neonates. The position promises extensive training and offers a salary between £27,485 and £30,162 per annum, pro rata. Applicants should be committed to high-quality, patient-centred care and able to work as part of a dedicated team.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified or near to qualifying nurse associate.
• Previous experience of working in an inpatient environment is preferred.
• Proficient in accessing computerised data and care planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality patient-centred care.
• Support the registered nurse in care assessment and planning.
• Work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Ability to organise and prioritise workload

Independent working

Education

GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or equivalent

Qualified Nursing Associate on the NMC register or working towards

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Nursing Associates for Neonates

The closing date is 08 October 2025

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the neonatal team based at The Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath.

This is an 8 bedded special care unit led by a team of Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners.

You will be expected t work alongside the nursing team to provide excellent care to our families.

There is an expectation that some cross site working at the Trevor Mann Baby Unit in Brighton will take place to meet the needs of the service.

You should be a qualified or near to qualifying nurse associate who is keen to work with families and neonates.

We will offer ongoing training and support for professional development.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Main duties of the job

Summary of details include:

• Effective communication
• Work within your NMC Code of Professional Conduct
• Participate in discussions working with multidisciplinary teams
• Follow Health and Safety targets and Infection Prevention procedures
• Maintain awareness of evidence base and best practice in nursing care
• Provide best clinical care
• Accurate and clear documentation
• To continue with continuous learning and development.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We\'re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We\'re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.

We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

• Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) working within all aspects of the nursing process, providing high quality holistic and person-centred care to individuals.
• Support the registered nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care with focus on promoting health and independence.
• Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting.
• Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values.
• Be an accountable professional.
• Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
• Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.

Please see our detailed job description for the main duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
• Qualified Nursing Associate o the NMC register or working towards.
• Previous experience of working in an inpatient environment.

Experience

• Previous experience working with babies or children.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to access computerised data
• Care planning skills

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Able to work under own initiative

Professional Registration

• Registered nursing associate on the NMC register. Nursing associate foundation degree qualification level 5.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum pro rata