Senior Paediatric Nurse & Ward Lead – Flexible Working

University College London Hospitals; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Interest free season ticket loan

Free independent support

Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

On-site accommodation

Job summary

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London invites applications for a Senior Staff Nurse. You will deliver high‑quality patient care, align with the NMC Code, and work within a multidisciplinary team across our acute and specialist services.

You will help manage wards, mentor junior colleagues, supervise clinical practice, and contribute to governance and continuous improvement. The post requires registration and a commitment to equality and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register.
• Accredited mentorship course or willing to undertake.
• BSc or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of clinical work and nursing procedures.
• Responsible for the safe custody of medication, including checking and administration.
• Participate in clinical supervision programmes and mentor/preceptor to junior nurses.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance framework, motivate colleagues and drive continuous improvement.
• Support bed management and ward coordination.

Skills

Cannulation

Phlebotomy

Communication

Education

BSc or working towards

Job description

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London invites applications for a Senior Staff Nurse. You will deliver high‑quality patient care, align with the NMC Code, and work within a multidisciplinary team across our acute and specialist services.

You will help manage wards, mentor junior colleagues, supervise clinical practice, and contribute to governance and continuous improvement. The post requires registration and a commitment to equality and compassionate care.