Respiratory Nurse

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield is seeking a Band 5 Respiratory Nurse to join the paediatric respiratory nursing team. You will contribute to inpatient and outpatient care, education and support for children, young people and families, and help improve long-term health outcomes.

The role requires at least two years post-registration experience, an interest in paediatric respiratory care, and a commitment to professional development with opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN Child or RSCN) with 2 years post-registration experience.
• Willingness to undertake degree-level study.
• Teaching/Mentoring and assessor qualification desired.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory education to children, young people and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Provide discharge education and support to patients and families prior to leaving hospital.
• Support consultant-led respiratory clinics and contribute to ongoing management of respiratory conditions.
• Participate in the education and training of healthcare professionals across the Trust.
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care and positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching ability

Team work

Education

RN Child or RSCN

Mentor/teaching qualification

Post-basic registration

Degree-level study willingness

Job description

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Respiratory Nurse

The closing date is 25 November 2026

Proposed Interview Date: Thursday 10th December 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Children's Nurse to join our Respiratory Nursing Team.

This Band 5 role is an opportunity for a nurse with at least two years' post-registration experience who has an interest in paediatric respiratory care and wants to develop specialist knowledge while making a real difference to children and young people with respiratory conditions.

Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality care, education and support to children, young people and their families across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will help patients and families develop self-management skills, support treatment adherence and improve long-term health outcomes.

The role includes delivering discharge education, supporting respiratory clinics and working with schools to ensure children and young people with respiratory healthcare needs receive the support they need to thrive. You will also contribute to the education of healthcare professionals, promoting understanding of paediatric respiratory conditions across hospital, community and school settings.

In return, you will join an experienced specialist team and gain valuable skills and experience in paediatric respiratory nursing, with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Ward or Department Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering respiratory education to children, young people and families in both outpatient and ward settings.
• Providing discharge education and support to patients and families prior to leaving hospital.
• Supporting consultant-led respiratory clinics and contributing to the ongoing management of patients with respiratory conditions.
• Participating in the education and training of healthcare professionals across the Trust.
• Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care and positive patient outcomes.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child or RSCN)
• Teaching, Mentoring and assessor qualification
• Relevant post basic registration course
• Willingness to undertake study to Degree level

Experience

• 2 years post registration experience
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development
• Willingness to under take or already have Trust Band 5 competency pathway
• Post registration experience within paediatric speciality

Knowledge and skills

• Experience of staff nurse role
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Principle of safeguarding of children
• Shows team working ability
• Speciality nursing skills in medicine
• Demonstrates teaching ability

Demonstrates Trust values

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence

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.

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

£32,073 to £39,043 a yearper annum pro rata