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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
About
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Contact
- Address
- University Hospitals of Leicester
- G58/G59 Block A Penn Lloyd Building
- County Hall
- Leicester
- Leicestershire
- LE3 8RA
Children's Immunology Specialist Nurse
Accepting applications until: 16-Aug-2026 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 16-Aug-2026 23:59
Key details
Location
- Gwefan
- Balmoral Building, Level 4, Leicester Royal Infirmary
- Cyfeiriad
- Infirmary square
- Tref
- Leicester
- Cod post
- LE1 5WW
- Major / Minor Region
- Leicestershire
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent: 22.5 hours per week to meet needs of the service.
- Oriau
- Part time - 22.5 hours per week (weekdays only)
Salary
- Cyflog
- £39,959 - £48,117 pro rata
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yearly
- Gradd
- (NHS AfC: Band 6)
Specialty
- Prif leoliad
- Children's Immunology
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Band 6 Specialist Nurse – Children’s Immunology Team
22.5 Hours per Week | Leicester Royal Infirmary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Band 6 Specialist Nurse to join our growing Children’s Immunology Team. Supporting 140 children and young people with primary and secondary immunodeficiencies, you will play a key role in delivering specialist care, education and support to patients and families across Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland and surrounding areas.
This rewarding role includes supporting immunology clinics, treatment monitoring, home immunoglobulin therapy programmes, multidisciplinary working, and contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
You will join a small, supportive team and benefit from a tailored induction, clinical supervision, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to attend regional and national study events. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills, build meaningful relationships with patients and families, and advance your career within a progressive paediatric immunology service
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Registered Children's Nurse (RSCN/RN Child) with a minimum of 12 months’ experience and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Able to work flexibly, use initiative, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
The role involves supporting children and young people with immune deficiencies through clinic attendance, treatment monitoring, blood testing, and home therapy programmes. Responsibilities include training families in home treatment administration, maintaining accurate records, arranging investigations, preparing patient correspondence, and supporting transition to adult services.
The post holder will work closely with immunology teams, participate in MDT meetings, attend specialist clinics and educational events, and contribute to service development, including updating clinical guidelines. A willingness to learn, undertake mandatory training, and engage in professional development is essential to support the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred immunology care.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
The post holder will act as a specialist nurse within the Children's Immunology Service, providing expert clinical care, advice and support to children, young people and families with immunological conditions. The role combines direct patient care, service development, education, leadership and quality improvement, with a minimum of 80% of time spent in clinical practice.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care and Case Management
- Manage a delegated caseload, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and specialist interventions.
- Provide expert clinical advice and support to patients, families and healthcare professionals.
- Undertake specialist clinical procedures and assessments, including venepuncture, cannulation and immunology-specific investigations.
- Support nurse-led services, home therapy programmes and immunology clinics.
- Advocate for patients and coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams.
Patient and Family Support
- Build and maintain effective relationships with children, young people and families.
- Promote patient-centred care and involve families in decision-making.
- Provide education, counselling and support to help families manage complex long-term health conditions.
Education and Professional Development
- Deliver specialist education and training to patients, families and healthcare professionals.
- Support the development of nursing staff, students and colleagues through teaching and mentorship.
- Maintain and develop specialist knowledge through continuing professional development, networking and attendance at specialist forums and conferences.
Leadership and Service Development
- Act as a clinical role model and resource within the specialty.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the Immunology Service.
- Support innovation, service redesign and implementation of evidence-based practice.
- Promote effective communication and collaborative working across organisations and professional groups.
- Clinical Governance, Audit and Research
- Participate in clinical audit, research and quality improvement activities.
- Contribute to the development and review of policies, procedures and clinical guidelines.
- Use audit and research findings to improve patient outcomes and service quality.
- Support safe, effective and evidence-based practice throughout the service.
Risk Management and Patient Safety
- Promote patient safety and infection prevention standards.
- Identify and manage clinical risks within the service.
- Contribute to complaint resolution and implementation of learning from incidents and feedback.
- Ensure compliance with Trust policies and professional standards.
Service-Specific Duties
- Undertake telephone consultations and provide specialist advice.
- Support immunology outpatient clinics and nurse-led services.
- Deliver patient education and training on immunoglobulin therapies and self-management.
- Support day-case and homecare immunology services, including high-cost therapies.
- Participate in home visits and follow-up support for patients receiving home therapy.
Working Relationships
The post holder will work closely with specialist nurses, consultants, Heads of Nursing, matrons, ward teams, allied health professionals, service managers, quality and safety teams, university partners and regional immunology networks to ensure delivery of a high-quality specialist service.
Professional and Corporate Responsibilities
- Maintain registration and professional standards.
- Participate in mandatory training, appraisal and continuing professional development.
- Comply with safeguarding, infection prevention, information governance and health and safety requirements.
- Adhere to Trust policies relating to equality, diversity, confidentiality and patient safety.
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
Applicant requirements
Person specification
Training and Qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Registered 1st Level Nurse or Midwife with a valid professional registration
- Evidence of post-registration continuing professional development
- Post-basic specialist qualification or willingness to undertake specialist training
- Recognised teaching and assessing qualification, or willingness to work towards this qualification
Meini prawf dymunol
- Recognised teaching and assessing qualification, or willingness to work towards this qualification
- Completion of a Clinical Leadership Programme or equivalent leadership development programme
Expierence
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Appropriate post-registration clinical experience
- Significant clinical experience at Band 5 level or above
- Evidence of management and leadership skills, including autonomous practice
- Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development
- Experience of clinical risk management and maintaining patient safety
- Experience of working effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Meini prawf dymunol
- Participation in research, audit, or service improvement activities
- Experience of developing and enhancing multidisciplinary working practices
Communication and relationship
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, colleagues, and external agencies
- Ability to develop and maintain positive professional relationships across multidisciplinary teams
- Effective teaching, coaching, and assessment skills
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Diplomatic, assertive, and confident approach
- Demonstrates personal and professional maturity
- Recognises own limitations and works within professional boundaries
- Enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to high standards of patient care
- Resilient and able to work effectively in challenging situations
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of delivering education and training programmes to staff groups
Analytical and judgement
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to assess complex situations and make sound clinical judgements
- Demonstrates autonomous decision-making within professional scope of practice
- Ability to identify, assess, and manage clinical risks effectively
- Recognises own limitations and seeks advice or support when appropriat
- Uses evidence-based practice to support decision-making and patient care
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of contributing to clinical audits, research, or quality improvement initiatives
Skills
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Strong leadership and motivational skills
- Ability to motivate, support, and develop self and others
- Competent in teaching and assessing clinical practice
- Computer literate with experience of electronic patient records and standard IT applications
- Competent in intravenous administration
- Ability to supervise staff and demonstrate potential to lead teams effectively
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Meini prawf dymunol
- Competence in cannulation and venepuncture
- Additional specialist clinical skills relevant to the service area
Planning and organisation
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to plan, prioritise, and organise workload effectively
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and adaptable approach to changing service demands
- Ability to coordinate patient care and manage competing priorities
- Demonstrates effective time management and resource utilisation
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of coordinating services, projects, or workforce activities
Equality and Diversity
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of practice
- Demonstrates respect, dignity, and compassion when caring for patients and working with colleagues
- Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
- Understands and adheres to relevant equality and diversity legislation, policies, and NHS values
- Promotes an inclusive working environment and challenges discriminatory behaviour appropriately
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of contributing to equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives within healthcare settings
Other requirements specific to the role
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to work on own initiative and within a multidisciplinary team
- Flexible approach to working patterns and service requirements
- Holds a full driving licence and is able to travel to undertake home visits and service -related duties
Further details / informal visits contact
- Enw
- Sammy Moran
- Teitl y swydd
- Matron
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 07921522131
- Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
Richard Cawthorn
Children's Immunology Specialist NurseMobile tel: 0798 429 2708Office tel: 0116 258 6711
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