Job overview

Permanent | Full time (part-time hours considered)

We are looking for an enthusiastic Nursing Associate to join our new Long Term Ventilation (LTV) Ward. The LTV Ward is a 4-bedded unit providing specialised care for children and young people who require long-term ventilation and are medically fit for discharge. Our focus is on helping these children transition smoothly from hospital to home.

As a Nursing Associate, you will help assess, plan, and deliver clinical care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will work with clinicians, respiratory colleagues, and home ventilation nurses to ensure our young patients and their families receive the best possible care.

About You: You will be a Nursing Associate with current NMC registration, and a passion for supporting children, young people, and their families in both hospital and community settings. You will have excellent teamwork skills and a commitment to providing high-quality care. You will need access to a car and a driving licence.

If you are looking for a rewarding role in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Ward Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, and deliver patient-centred care.

• Support the transition of long-term ventilated children and young people from hospital to home.

• Work with parents and clinical support workers to provide education in ventilator care.

• Deliver some community-based care, including home visits and support in school settings.

• Contribute to service development and quality assurance processes.

• Support new starters and students during their placements (after completing required training).

Working for our organisation

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

·       Leaders in Children’s Health

We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.

As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.

Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.