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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
About
The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in the UK, with a national and international reputation for the excellence of its services and its role in teaching and research.
Find out more about the Trust on their web-site at www.ouh.nhs.uk
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Contact
- Address
- Oxford Univ Hosps NHS Foundation Trust
- OUHC HR Department,
- 3rd Floor Unipart House Business Centre
- Garsington Road
- Oxford
- Oxfordshire
- OX4 2PG
- Contact Number
- 01865 741186
PCCU Clinical Practice Educator
Accepting applications until: 16-Aug-2026 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 16-Aug-2026 23:59
Key details
Location
- Site
- John Radcliffe Hospital
- Address
- Headley Way
- Town
- Oxford
- Postcode
- OX3 9DU
- Major / Minor Region
- Oxfordshire
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
Salary
- Salary
- £39,959 - £48,117 pa pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (NHS AfC: Band 6)
Specialty
- Main area
- Paediatric Critical Care
- Interview date
- 26/08/2026
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse to join our Paediatric Critical Care team and be an integral part of the PCCU Education and PCCU Clinical team.
Post holders will be expected to work a minimum of 23hrs per week across days, nights and weekend shifts.
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The post-holder will be an experienced, knowledgeable practitioner in Paediatric Critical Care providing clinically based practice development and education. They will role model best, evidence-based professional practice. Clinical education will form approximately 50% of the role, engaging in education activities and working flexibly to maximise education delivery to support staff and patient safety/experience e.g.:
· Working alongside learners at all stages of development to facilitate learning
· Identifying and supporting learning needs within PCC
· Developing and updating training resources
· Contributing to the delivery of education programmes within the Paediatric Critical Care unit and across the Directorate.
The role holder will spend the remainder their time in clinical practice working within the B6 clinical workforce to:
· Provide clinical leadership ensuring a high standard of individualised nursing and family centred care is delivered to critically ill children.
· Work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, communicating effectively with all levels of medical and nursing staff.
· Uphold PCCU’s Nursing Philosophy of Care.
· Effectively manage PCCU on a day-to-day basis, in the absence of a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
Working for our organisation
Paediatric Critical Care (PCC) at OUH includes 17 co-located Level 2 and 3 critical care beds, delivering a wide range of specialist services to patients from Oxfordshire and the wider Thames Valley and Wessex Paediatric Critical Care Operational Delivery Network (TVW PCC ODN). We are a leading Neurosurgical and Major Trauma Centre and have a vast number of medical and surgical specialities.
SORT Retrieval Service OUH PCC Services include the SORT (Southampton Oxford Retrieval Team) service, delivered in collaboration with Southampton across TVW PCC ODN. It is staffed by doctors, ACPs and nurses from both Oxford and Southampton, with Oxford providing a retrieval team 24/7.
Critical Care Outreach Service is a team of experienced nurses who support all healthcare professionals in the assessment and management of unwell children across the children’s hospital, emergency department, and neonatal unit, following up and supporting children and families following discharge.
Education, Development and Training is provided through a structured competency-based development programme, and we are piloting an inhouse PCC L3 specialist course for nursing staff. Clinical and leadership career development pathways are available. We have a growing team of Advanced Clinical Practitioners who work across PCCU and SORT services at OUH.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful candidate will be able to work well within the team and be willing to work a mixed shift pattern including days and nights across the whole week. They will have experience of and enthusiasm for teaching and supporting staff development through a variety of methods. They will have significant post registration experience with a relevant course for Paediatric Critical Care, and experience / evidence of competency working as a Band 6 within Paediatric Critical Care. They will be a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual with excellent clinical and communication skills, with an ability to lead and motivate others.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role.
Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles
Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.
If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.
Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK
COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.
Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.
Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.
To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.
When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.
No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.
Applicant requirements
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- RSCN (Child)/RN (Adult) NMC Registered
- Recognised Paediatric Critical Care Course
- Recognised qualification in Teaching and assessing/ENB 998/ associate mentorship course or equivalent.
- Practice assessor/supervisor training/practice educator
- Degree level study or working towards a degree
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of commitment to teaching staff and students.
- Qualifications and/or evidence of study at Level 7, with additional qualifications such as a PG Cert in Clinical Education or equivalent considered advantageous
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant clinical practice experience within a Paediatric Critical Care setting delivering L2/L3 care.
- Experience / evidence of competence working as a Band 6 in a L3 Paediatric Critical Care unit.
- Demonstrated experience in clinical education, supervision, and assessment of learners.
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates knowledge of value & use of research findings.
- Ability to facilitate and participate in research/benchmark and audit programmes.
- Experience delivering a variety of teaching approaches
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates an understanding of the need for high standards of individualised Critical care/ family centred care.
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrates the potential for leadership.
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates awareness of the qualities required of staff working in Critical Care.
- Good presentation skills
- Insight into managerial issues in relation to people and resources.
- Evidence of developing an aspect of Critical care nursing practice.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of clinical knowledge in area of speciality, and excellence in practice.
- Experience of leading and supporting a team in clinical area.
- Clinical decision-making skills and ability to prioritise workload.
- Computer literacy
Desirable criteria
- Experience of managing change from a personal and leadership level.
- Knowledge/experience of: - audit in practice - implementation of quality improvement measures - risk management
- Experience of supporting learners with diverse learning needs.
Other
Essential criteria
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of own recent updating.
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rosie Priddy
- Job title
- Lead Nurse for PCC Education & Workforce
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01865 221098
- Additional information
Jo Bartlett - [email protected]
Practice Development and Education Lead, Paediatric Critical Care
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