Senior Children's Nurse

Are you a compassionate nurse looking to make a real difference? Our client, a leading children's hospice in Barnet, North London, is seeking a dedicated Senior Children's Nurse (Band 6) to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment that prioritises the well-being of seriously unwell children and their families.

This role offers a competitive salary up to £49,976, depending on experience. You'll also enjoy a generous joining bonus of £5,000 over three years, with an initial £500 on appointment. Additionally, the role includes a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal growth.

Our client is a well-respected children's hospice that provides specialist care and nursing for babies, children, and young people with complex medical needs. With a state-of-the-art facility set in a beautiful nature reserve, the hospice offers a unique environment where children can explore, play, and build confidence while receiving the highest standard of care.

As a Senior Children's Nurse, you will:

• Provide direct line management support to Band 5 Nurses and Band 3 + 4 Specialist Carers.
• Deliver high-quality patient care in the hospice, children's homes, or community settings.
• Plan and review care in collaboration with families to ensure safety and advocacy.
• Ensure fun, sensitivity, and compassion are integral to the care provided.
• Administer medications and maintain the nutritional status of all children.
• Participate in governance activities, including incident reporting and resource management.
• Offer training and development opportunities to staff and family members.

Package and Benefits:

The Senior Children's Nurse role comes with an attractive package, including:

• Annual salary of up to £49,976, based on experience.
• A joining bonus of £5,000 over three years.
• 25 days of annual leave, increasing with service, plus the option to buy or sell leave.
• Pension contributions up to 6% from the employer, with NHS pension options for nursing staff.
• Life assurance, flexible working opportunities, and subsidised meals at the hospice.

The ideal Senior Children's Nurse candidate will have:

• Registration as a Sick Children’s Nurse or Registered Nurse (Child Branch).
• Relevant post-qualification experience at Band 5 level.
• Experience in nursing children with life-limiting conditions.
• Excellent clinical, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A positive attitude, flexibility, and a commitment to the hospice's values of kindness, excellence, and courage.

If you have experience or interest in roles such as Paediatric Nurse, Palliative Care Nurse, Community Nurse, Hospice Nurse, or Clinical Nurse Specialist, this Children's Hospice Nurse position could be the perfect fit for you.

This is a unique opportunity to join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care to children and their families. Please click “APPLY” or call Callum at Leaders in Care on +447445309375 for further information