Clinical Nurse Specialist - Community Paediatrics

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust's values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person specification

Education/Qualification

Essential criteria

• RGN, RSCN, RN(Child)
• Community Practitioner Qualification, such as HV, CCN, SN
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of further study to demonstrate personal development
• Level 3 Safeguarding training (Children)

Desirable criteria

• Specialist qualification in children's community nursing, child development, neurodisability or equivalent experience
• Leadership or quality improvement training

Experience

Essential criteria

• Extensive experience of clinical nursing with children with disabilities and special needs
• Experience of delivering specialist nursing assessment, intervention and follow-up within a child development or community paediatric setting
• Experience of contributing to safeguarding processes and multi-agency working
• Experience of working in a community clinical team and/or multi-professional team
• Experience of providing clinical leadership, supervision and support to colleagues
• Experience of running nurse led clinics

Desirable criteria

• Experience of data analysis
• Experience of delivering specialist nursing assessment, intervention and follow-up within a child development or community paediatric setting

Skills & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Excellent assessment, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
• Excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing, with ability to communicate across agencies using negotiation and persuasive skills
• Ability to build effective multidisciplinary and multi-agency relationships
• Ability to manage complex and sensitive situations using sound professional judgement
• Knowledge of clinical governance, quality improvement and risk management

Desirable criteria

• Ability to analyse information and use data to support service improvement
• Knowledge of current legislation, policy and national guidance relating to children's services (including SEND, safeguarding and integrated working

Key Attributes

Essential criteria

• Demonstrates compassionate, child- and family-centred practice
• Able to prioritise and manage a demanding workload
• Able to work independently and as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability and professionalism consistent with the NMC Code
• Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs

Desirable criteria

• Professional, approachable and resilient.
• Car driver/ able to travel between sites

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date - please check your inbox regularly.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:
• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust