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  Practice Educator  

  Great Ormond Street Hospital

  [parttime] - London

  Posted: 12/12/2025

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  Job overview Excellence in Education, Clinical Support & Staff Wellbeing. The role Practice Educator role would suit an experienced nurse who has achieved a high standard of education & clinical practice. CICU provides intensive care for infants, children & young people who require specialist cardiology, cardiac surgery, tracheal surgery and heart & lung transplant. It is also a specialist centre for ECMO and fitting of the Berlin Heart device. It is a busy, dynamic & high-tech environment with a history of welcoming new nurses. There is a structured system of education, mentorship & clinical training which enables new staff to integrate into this specialist filed, pursue the breadth of opportunities available & be partners in our world class service provision. Main duties of the job The priority within Practice Educator role is to work clinically on CICU. This will include 25% of your shifts being part of the main CICU roster & up to 50% of your time engaged with other clinical educational activities. You will demonstrate your educational expertise by enabling learners to develop competence, confidence & independence in clinical practice. This will range from the foundational level to an advanced level.  You will be responsible for providing effective assessment & development opportunities for learners and deliver classroom education and skills workshops, as required. Collaboration with the wider nursing team and Trust initiatives is integral.  Working for our organisation We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.   Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.  We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.   Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential criteria Our Always values 1) Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 2) Understanding of diversity and inclusion challenges in the workplace. 3) Demonstrable contribution to advancing equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace Academic & Professional Qualifications & Training Essential criteria NMC Registration - adult or paediatric Qualification - BSc (hons) nursing degree Qualification - BSc PICU Course Training - Mentorship or Practice Assessor Desirable criteria Qualification - PGCert Practice Education LSBU - Advanced Skills in Paediatric Ventilator Management LSBU - Care of the CYP with a Cardiac Condition Experience & Knowledge Essential criteria Thorough knowledge of anatomy & physiology for infants, children & young people. Thorough knowledge of respiratory pathologies common to infants & children. Thorough knowledge of congenital heart disease, acquired heart disease and the expected medical & surgical interventions. An ability to analyse and discuss these as part of holistic care, including the risks & benefits. An ability to explain & justify a recommended plan of care. Knowledge & understanding of the educational assessment process. An ability to identify educational goals & teaching methods that are fair & objective & promote a high standard of learning. An ability to discuss the advantages & disadvantages of these and justify a given approach. Understand the processes of leadership & change management, including barriers, enablers and possible strategies. Understand common methodologies for audit & research, including the limitations. Identify relevant evidence & apply this to educational & clinical practice. Consider the wider issues at a local & National level. Identify & rationalise possible responses to these. Experience in a previous educational role. Desirable criteria Experience of taking charge of a neonatal or paediatric high dependency or intensive care unit. Skills & Abilities Essential criteria Excellence in core neonatal & paediatric clinical skills. Excellence in specialist CICU clinical skills, including the care of patients requiring intubation & ventilation, HFOV (high frequency oscillatory ventilation), chest drains, inotropes & vasoactive drugs, anticoagulation, cardiac pacing, an open sternum, arrhythmias & VAD (ventricular assist device). Excellence in core educational skills - mentorship, preceptorship & bedside assessment & teaching. Courage to pass or not to pass a learner at the point of assessment & develop a plan of action that meets their needs. Promotion of high educational standards and patient safety. Excellence in communication - listening, assessing, discussion & documentation. Transparency & integrity during interactions with patients, families & colleagues. An ability to use educational theory & evidence to help address challenging situations and justify a given approach. Excellence in time management. The ability to prioritise, complete & delegate one’s own workload, as appropriate. Appreciate & assess the knowledge, skills & clinical situations of learners & enable them develop competence, confidence & independence. Collaborative working within the MDT & the wider organisational structures, respecting the roles & responsibilities of others. This includes daily clinical tasks, the routine audit of practice, the response to DATIX incidents & the educational strategies that result. Interviewing, appraisal & performance management skills Excellence in the management of educational activity. Demonstrate & document the 50:50 balance of clinical & classroom activities that comprise the role of the PE.   Read Less

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  Theatre Team Leader  

  Great Ormond Street Hospital

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 09/12/2025

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  Job overview Are you an outstanding Theatre Practitioner with high standards, motivation and passion for your work, who wants to work in an innovative and supportive team?  Would you like a new and exciting challenge? Perhaps you are ready to step up to the next level in your career? We have a Band 7 Theatre Team Leader opportunity within Orthopaedics and Spinal theatre and would love you to be a part of our experienced and passionate senior clinical leadership team. At this senior level you must have recent experience of working in Orthopaedic/Spinal  surgery theatres, with a wide range of skills and knowledge across specialities.  You shall be responsible and accountable for the day to day running of sometimes multiple theatres and expected to work alongside the multi professional team.  You shall have the support of the Theatre Team Leaders, our Theatre Matron as well as our dedicated Practice Education Team who will also assist with your orientation and on-going professional development. Great Ormond Street Hospital is an internationally renowned hospital for children at the cutting edge of paediatric surgical advances, and is close to all central London amenities. We have 15 operating theatres and cater for a number of specialities including Cardiac, Neuro, Orthopaedic, Spinal, Craniofacial, General Surgery, Plastics, ENT, Urology and Ophthalmology. Main duties of the job To be a competent, knowledgeable and visible practitioner within the speciality, ensuring the provision of high quality evidence base nursing care To respond to clinical emergencies within the theatre environment, utilising clinical judgement and decision making to initiate appropriate interventions and treatments for patients. To ensure the 6Cs are embedded within clinical practice. To ensure clinical practice reflects NMC guidance and practice is delivered in line with the scope of practice and trust policies and guidelines Ensure the provision of appropriate supervision and support to members of the team. Support the provision of effective communication between all members of the multidisciplinary team, other hospital departments, relatives and visitors To be familiar with the Nursing Vision and ensure that key performance indicators are met in relation to getting the basics right and implementation of ‘Saving Lives’ To foster an environment conducive to learning, enquiry and research. To maintain confidentiality surrounding the child’s admission and treatment at all times Working for our organisation GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
  We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
  We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
  We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
  We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential criteria Our Always values Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria NMC Registered Nurse /AHP Registered ODP Possess Theatre Course/Anaesthetic course Attendance on a clinical leadership programme Assessing and Mentoring qualification Basic Life Support Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria Demonstrable knowledge and experience within relevant clinical speciality Teaching, supervision and managerial experience Experience of coordinating and managing patient care Understanding of professional and current issues in children’s nursing. Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues Communicates in timely manner , escalating concern as required Handling safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures Information Technology/Computer literate Evidence of fulfilling PREP for Revalidation Committed to providing excellent Family Centred Care Desirable criteria Previous experience of research and audit Skills and abilities Essential criteria Excellent paediatric Perioperative skills Relevant specialist skills and abilities for specialty Effective managerial, leadership and organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Effective teaching, training and preceptorship skills Ability to delegate and prioritise Computer literate (word processing, power point presentation) Able to motivate and develop a team of staff Able to problem solve and initiate change Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries   Read Less

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  Dietetic Assistant  

  Great Ormond Street Hospital

  [permanent fulltime] - London

  Posted: 09/12/2025

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  Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 4 dietetic assistant at the world-famous Great Ormond Street Hospital, London. The post is a permanent position working primarily within the Ketogenic and Neurology team. The post holder would also fulfil duties across the wider department of over 70 staff who work across a wide range of highly specialist clinical areas. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work as part of a fantastic multidisciplinary team providing support to a world-class dietetic service in additional to completing administrative services, to paediatric patients between 0-19 years. The post holder would also be asked to cover the special feed unit when cover is needed. The post holder would be encouraged to take part in clinical service evaluation and quality improvement project work and where eligible may be considered for future development of the role such as applying for the dietetic apprenticeship. This role includes supporting the dietitians to deliver specialised dietetic input, develop treatment plans and support home enteral feeding discharges.  If you would like further information, please contact. Lucy Jackman, Specialist Dietitian at  Main duties of the job The post-holder will support the dietetic department, working with highly specialised dietitians providing a high quality, effective and efficient clinical service to complex in and outpatients across the paediatric age range 0-19 years. The post-holder may be involved in 
  both inpatient and outpatient reviews and assessments, telephone consultations, arranging set up of home enteral tube feeds, formulating/ordering specialised meals, communication with healthcare professionals and administrative tasks, as well as audits and service 
  evaluations to ensure that the dietetic department can deliver high quality care. Working for our organisation We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.   Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.  We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.   Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential criteria Our Always values Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria Education to A-level standard or equivalent IT/administrative qualifications Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria Working in a pressurised environment with day-to-day responsibility for use of department’s resources Experience of using databases or information systems Desirable criteria Experience of working within a dietetic department Experience of working in an office environment Understanding of the structure of an NHS Organisation Understanding of Health & Safety at Work Act, Equality & Diversity issues and all other relevant statutory regulations Background in nutrition Skills/Abilities Essential criteria Ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise own workload Ability to work autonomously, and act on own initiative Ability to communicate with all staff in a multidisciplinary setting Ability to communicate with people form a diverse background Ability to work as part of a team Ability to take ownership and resolve problems Excellent communication skills   Read Less

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  Quality Improvement Coach  

  Great Ormond Street Hospital

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 09/12/2025

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  Job overview To provide quality improvement expertise by facilitating projects which contribute to the Trust’s 5-Year Quality Strategy in its ambition to “support and nurture GOSH in its quality journey, advancing improvement and innovation for exemplary patient care and experiences”. To ensure quality improvement methodology is used to enable continuous improvement and sustained change in service delivery and re-design. To contribute to the design and delivery of quality improvement education and training to build capacity and capability across the Trust. To demonstrate an effective leadership, coaching and facilitation style which actively contributes to a culture where Quality Improvement is at the heart of everything we do at GOSH. Main duties of the job Engage with clinical leads to design and implement QI projects Promote and apply QI methodology such as Model for Improvement and PDSA cycles Develop and deliver QI Training to staff at all levels Support the co-ordination of improvement projects to ensure they align with the Trust’s strategic position Facilitate workshops and meetings to drive improvement initiatives Liaise with QI Developers/Analysts to oversee data gathering and analysis Support the Clinical Audit function of the Quality Team Working for our organisation We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.   Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.  We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.   Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification Values Essential criteria Gosh Values Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace. Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria First degree or equivalent professional qualification Quality Improvement Qualification Desirable criteria Masters level 'healthcare-related' degree or equivalent experience Clinical qualification or management qualification Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria Understanding & evidence of application of Quality Improvement Methodology and tools Theory of programme / project management Teaching / training either to individuals or groups, informally or in a classroom setting Acting as a mentor to other team members Excellent understanding of issues affecting the NHS Knowledge of the trust’s quality improvement agenda and structures Creative, innovative and self-motivated Working in a complex service environment, including management of change in service delivery and culture Understanding of facilitating change in a clinical setting Desirable criteria Have led one or more Quality Improvement projects within a healthcare setting Skills/Abilities Essential criteria Have participated on one or more Quality Improvement projects as a team member or team leader Ability to rapidly build credibility with all levels in the Trust, including senior managers and clinicians Proven ability to engage and motivate others Excellent communication (written and oral) and presentation skills Proven capabilities in process/problem analysis, challenging existing thinking and generating improvements and solutions Proven analytical and organisational skills Good numeracy skills High level of computer literacy to include wordprocessing, spreadsheet and presentation software Desirable criteria Coaching /facilitation skills   Read Less

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  Tracheal Fellow in Complex Tracheal Disease  

  Great Ormond Street Hospital

  [fulltime temporary] - London

  Posted: 04/12/2025

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  Job overview Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS FT   Tracheal Fellow    Applications are invited for a Tracheal Fellow  who has an ENT, cardiothoracic, respiratory or paediatric background, to start as soon as possible, for one-year fixed term. The post holder will be responsible for the continued delivery of Tracheal Services at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. This post will play a central role in the provision of tracheal services at Great Ormond Street and will work with the other teams and specialties employed by the Trust. Training may include endoscopic approach to the airways (microlaryngoscopy, tracheobronchoscopy and flexible bronchoscopy), surgical exposure may include thoracic and tracheal procedures including reconstructions of airway and lung surgeries.
   
  
  Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to work with managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of the tracheal and thoracic service.  The appointee will: • Be managerially accountable to the core team of tracheal services.    • Provide continuing patient care in partnership with senior and junior colleagues and the tracheal CNS, including daily ward round when appropriate.   • Ward rounds – presenting on the CICU ward rounds every day in conjunction with the tracheal service and CICU team – the rounds are undertaken at 9 AM every day and led by intensivists.     • Presenting and taking part in the operative work for all the thoracic and tracheal cases in operating room. This includes taking part at the surgical brief on the operating day (usual operating day of NM is Wednesday and Friday) at am ( AM on the days of protected theatre teaching months), taking part in surgery. And performing on table bronchoscopy to aid surgeon, depending on skill set.   • Work closely with the Interventional Radiology team, in order to facilitate patient care, on those children from tracheal services, who come in for assessment with bronchoscopy and bronchogram. This will include, but not limiting to, pre-procedural assessments, obtaining consent, taking part in the procedure in the IR theatres, assessment and evaluation post-procedure including assessment for discharge and producing summaries where appropriate.   Working for our organisation Our commitment to you GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at GOSH by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments. Person specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential criteria Always welcoming Always helpful Always expert Always one team Experience of working as part of a diverse team. Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture. Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace. Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date) MRCS or MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent Desirable criteria Higher degree – MSc, MD, MPhil or Ph D in related discipline Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria Experience in Paediatrics with exposure to respiratory medicine/ ent surgery / general surgery or cardiothoracic surgery at LEVEL ST 3 and above Experience of teaching and presenting Experience of audit activities Understanding of principles of clinical governance Desirable criteria Clinical experience in related paediatric specialties Published research in peer reviewed journals Skills/Abilities Essential criteria Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to organise and prioritise own workload Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment Ability to prioritise clinical needs   Read Less

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  Associate Director Infrastructure Compliance & Performance  

  Great Ormond Street Hospital

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 02/12/2025

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  Job overview The Associate Director is a senior leader within the Space and Place Directorate providing assurance in relation to governance and statutory compliance. Holding professional accountability for performance and reporting relating to all services delivered and managed by E&F functions within the Directorate. The role includes ownership of the PAM, ERIC & PLACE reporting as well as analysis of information such a Model Hospital to help determine the operating model of the directorate. The post-holder is professionally and technically responsible for the coordination and recording of all E&F based statutory and mandatory compliance across the Trust, including reporting arrangements and dashboards with responsibility for monitoring and advising on all specialist areas of compliance, therefore experience of working at a senior level within Estates & Facilities is essential. The post holder will develop and analyse data to identify areas of improvement, set improvement standards, drive consistency, build financial and commercial management capability within directorate services and will inspire the teams to deliver an exemplar service. An important part of the role is to communicate and work proactively with a range of senior stakeholders, providing performance and compliance information that achieves best value, allowing innovation and continuous improvement within directorate services provided to the wider trust. As one of the SLT you will be part of the Directorates on-call rota Main duties of the job You will be part of the Senior Leadership Team that provides leadership to the staff, functions and services across the directorate. They will be accountable for services and workstreams including governance, risk management, procurement (including contracts), critical systems such as BMS and CAFM as well as providing senior support to services & specialty teams including Helpdesk, Energy and Fire, Health & Safety ensuring that team objectives are delivered and overseeing the development of the services. The ability to deal with highly complex communication demands; with a regular requirement for report presentation to internal boards and committees providing specialist information to individuals without detailed knowledge and understanding to seek agreement and cooperation and/or provide advice or assurance. Be experienced enough to evaluate and take appropriate risks. Be professionally and technically responsible for the coordination and recording of all Estates and Facilities based statutory and mandatory compliance across the Trust, including reporting arrangements and dashboards. As one of the Directorates Senior Leadership team will take part on a 24/7 on-call rota, shared across the 5 Associate Directors, covering all matters of the Directorate Working for our organisation We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.   Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.  We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.   Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below Person specification GOSH Cultures and Values Essential criteria Our Always values Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria Master’s degree or equivalent technical qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience Evidence of project and performance management experience commensurate with the role Evidence of continuous professional development Desirable criteria Postgraduate management qualification Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria Extensive experience of business development, corporate strategy and/or management experience Effective negotiator to achieve required outcomes in a complex environment Ability to successfully line manage staff in line with good people practice, organisational policies and expectations (disciplinary, conduct, performance, probation period, attendance, grievances and B&H) Substantial Estates compliance management experience either in the NHS or private sector environment Experienced in writing detailed reports with significant complex budgetary management experience Significant experience of providing and analysing data to influence future Estates policies and strategies Detailed understanding of NHS strategy & policy Must have clear ideas on how to improve customer satisfaction and how to raise service profile. Work with functional groups, internal stakeholders, and other colleagues to effectively and professionally achieve results and promote a collaborative and supportive environment High degree of experience with using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI/equivalent, and other software as needed; high level of comfort with technology in general and interest in seeking and exploring new business management tools Considerable experience of managing and influencing change in large/ complex organisations Considerable experience of working with senior stakeholders including board level, presenting, reporting, persuading and influencing them to a way of thinking Significant experience of working in a complex cultural environment and able to demonstrate an improvement in ways of working between teams Significant experience of working with datasets including analysis and collation and using this to support an argument Significant experience of managing a team and working closely with project workstreams Skills/Abilities Essential criteria Able to utilise sophisticated problem-solving capabilities and critical thinking to help address management challenges and program development Considerable ability to achieve results through indirectly managed staff Demonstrable track record of successful collaborative and partnership working, internally and externally Demonstrable proven abilities in mentorship/coaching/facilitation - guiding people/teams to achieving results, learn and grow High degree of experience with using Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other software as needed; high level of comfort with technology in general and interest in seeking and exploring new business management tools Strongly developed written and verbal communication skills including the ability to analyse and interpret complex performance and financial information Ability to advise and guide others on appropriate methods of problem solving Ability to achieve results through people not directly managed; Leads by example and to inspire, enthuse and empower others Easily able to work autonomously, act independently, accountable for own actions and those of their reports and portfolio of services. Highly resourceful with excellent organisation and planning skills Ability to diffuse work conflict using strong interpersonal skills Strong people management skills; able to deal with highly sensitive/complex workforce matters Excellent numerical and analytical skills Strong emotional intelligence Extremely proactive; always trying to improve the effectiveness of activities 'Can-do’ attitude and active willingness to contribute achievement of organizational goals Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully across the whole organisation and the ability to develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders and ensure they are aware of key headline points. Able to work under pressure and balance competing priorities Responsible for their own work, the majority of which will be self- generated and self-directed, with a high level of autonomy and will be expected to e lead in all aspects of their role. The ability to develop, articulate and enthuse others in a long-term strategic vision that delivers outcomes to patients Strategic thinker and analysis and utilisation of complex information to secure change Able to provide and receive highly complex or sensitive information Ability to instil confidence in senior leaders Ability to command confidence amongst a range of professionals and at all levels within the organisation Ability to understand and take account of other perspectives; to reconcile strategic and operational issues   Read Less

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  Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist  

  Great Ormond Street Hospital

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 29/11/2025

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  Job overview Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist Band 8a UCLH under 13 years paediatric palliative care improvement project (18 Month Secondment) Full-time
  We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Children’s Palliative Care Nurse to join the Louis Dundas Palliative care team in a lead nursing role for an 18-month project designed to address the longstanding shortfall in provision of specialist palliative care and symptoms management for children under 13 years of age at UCLH. The successful candidate will take responsibility for effective leadership; provision of expert specialist palliative care and advice; supporting the project team and ensuring the provision of high-quality care to patients and families. 
   
  You will be part of the Louis Dundas specialist palliative care team GOSH working as part of the project team as the nursing lead to scope, identify the needs, leading innovation and managing sustainable change, including service development with view to sustainable NHS funding of this resource.  The post holder will act as a clinical and educational resource for palliative care for under 13 years at UCLH alongside the GOSH project medical lead and project team.  The lead CNS role will involve working across both UCLH and GOSH site. There may be some contribution to the GOSH Louis Dundas specialist palliative care out of hours on-call service. Main duties of the job ·       Act as the nursing lead for the project designed to address the longstanding shortfall in provision of specialist palliative care and symptom management for children, teenagers and young adults who have unique need as they navigate cancer treatments or approach the end of life. ·       To scope, identify the needs, leading innovation & managing sustainable change, including service development with view to sustainable NHS funding of this resource. ·       Leads by role modelling, acts as a clinical and educational resource for palliative care in the under 13’s with the project medical lead. ·       Leads in contributing to risk management, clinical audit & research. ·       Determine palliative pathways of care for the under 13 year olds. ·       Benchmarking and developing a wider evidence base for safe practice ·       Contribute to collecting evidence for a business case for change.   ·       Negotiation & influencing skills/ networking ·       Provides palliative care resources & expertise for all staff demonstrating advanced knowledge of practice, clinical skills, high level problem solving & critical thinking ·       Involvement working group for the ·       Embraces a positive culture of questioning practice, self-reflection to improve safety, quality of care & effective care delivery ·       Promoting team working in all aspects of the role ·       Maintains an up-to-date professional portfolio and core professional revalidation requirements Working for our organisation We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.   Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.  We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.   Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential criteria Our Always values Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria 1st level registration with NMC Degree level education Educated to master’s level or working towards Leadership qualification Demonstrable practice development and evidence/ portfolio of embedding paediatric palliative care into clinical practice Children’s Cancer Course qualification or equivalent Assessing & mentoring qualification Skills relevant to the role PCA’; s Evidence of advanced communication skills and/or working towards relevant training Desirable criteria Registered qualification with your core professional group, as a non-medical prescriber (independent prescriber) & actively practicing Teaching qualification Attendance on a clinical leadership programme Research module Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuous professional development, with demonstrable clinical competencies, relevant to the area and role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in palliative care Non-medical Prescribing course or willingness to undertake Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria Thorough knowledge relevant to the specialty/ department / field of practice – CYP cancer Thorough knowledge of professional & current issues in children’s healthcare needs, ACP health agenda Detailed understanding of change management, audit & research methodologies. Evidence of project management. Safeguarding Children & Adults procedures & responsibilities Ability to articulate a personal philosophy of ACPs & the role of the ACP in the future of the NHS Relevant experience at a senior level in a relevant paediatric palliative care team Experience of working clinically as an CNS in specialist paediatric palliative care centre and PTC Evidence of working with babies, children, or young people & their families to improve patient experience Experience & evidence of sustaining change / quality improvement Using outcome measures & key performance indicators to demonstrate the quality and efficiency of clinical care Experience of clinical & formal teaching Awareness of equality, diversity & cultural diversity Band 7 experience Desirable criteria Knowledge of clinical governance & improvement agenda Knowledge of the importance of evidence-based practice & how quality improvement, audit & research improves care outcomes Experience of taking charge of a department and/or of leading or managing a team Knowledge of undertaking audit & utilizing research findings, including presentation and publication Knowledge of developing practice standards, clinical audit, benchmarking & clinical / quality improvement Experience of handling clinical incidents & complaints & implementation of subsequent learning Abstract submission and presenting at conferences, willingness to publish Partakes in professional development groups Skills/Abilities Essential criteria Demonstrates an ability to provide autonomous expert clinical care Professional credibility, relevant evidence of advanced clinical skills within paediatric oncology Excellent leadership & organizational skills Consistently demonstrable interpersonal, leadership negotiation & influencing skills Excellent communication & listening skills Able to contribute to the development & implementation of the trust strategic vision for nursing role development Evidence of effective team leadership, able to motivate & develop a team & maintain constructive, professional working relationships Evidence of personal insight & sound judgment Able to demonstrate critical thinking, high level decision making & problem solving in clinical practice Self-discipline & good time management to support periods of lone working & ensure robust safe practice Appraisal & assessment skills Ability to delegate & prioritise Excellent teaching, training & assessment skills Able to work across professional team & organizational boundaries Desirable criteria Able to utilize audit & research evidence to support sustained change in practice Independent nurse (non-medical prescriber) prescribing Quality improvement, practice development and service improvement skills   Read Less

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