Paediatric Senior Staff Nurse

NHS; Epsom; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse to provide high-quality care within their Paediatric nursing workforce at Epsom Hospital. You will support new staff development and offer mentorship while ensuring the best care for children and young people. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Evidence of regular professional updating in paediatric care.
• Minimum 2 years post-registration acute paediatric experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of holistic care for patients.
• Act as the operational manager in the absence of the Sister/Charge nurse.
• Support the assessment and supervision of student nurses.

Skills

Leadership and mentorship skills

IV capital nurse competent

Registered Nurse (Child)

Education

RSCN/RN Child Branch

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a Senior Staff Nurse to join our Paediatric nursing workforce, which is essential in providing high-quality care to children and young people. As a senior staff nurse, you would support this vision, develop new staff, and work alongside the MDT in daily decision-making for children and young people. You will also have opportunities for professional development with guidance from your line manager and the Paediatric Development Team. Flexibility to cross-cover other sites to ensure a safe and effective skill mix across departments may be required.

Main duties of the job

1. Highly motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse (Child) band 6 Senior Staff Nurse.
2. Ensure the provision of high standards of holistic care for patients within your responsibility.
3. Act as the designated deputy for the Sister/Charge nurse.
4. Act as the operational manager in their absence.
5. Support the assessment and supervision of student nurses and newly qualified nurses.

About us

Epsom and St Helier

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people across southwest London and northeast Surrey. We also offer specialist services, including renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area covering Sussex and Hampshire.

Our area is diverse, with urban and rural communities and varying levels of prosperity. We are committed to delivering the best possible care in partnership with NHS Surrey, NHS Sutton, and Merton.

The Trust employs around 5,000 staff and is supported by over 500 volunteers.

Details

Date posted: 29 July 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £44,485 to £52,521 per year including outer London HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 343-7346190-RB-SK

Job location: Casey Ward, Epsom Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, KT18 7EG

Job description: Please see the attached supporting Job description/Person Specification documents for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Essential

• RSCN/RN Child Branch, with evidence of regular professional updating
• Leadership and mentorship skills
• IV capital nurse competent
• Pills

Desirable

• Minimum 2 years post-registration acute paediatric experience
• Evidence of management skills
• CVAD competent
• APLS or equivalent qualification

Additional requirements include a Disclosure and Barring Service check and current UK professional registration. Please refer to the NHS Careers website for details.

Employer: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Website: https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us