Registered Paediatric Nurse Team Leader

Registered Paediatric Nurse Team Leader Pay: £40.00 to £45.00 per hour | Sleep in shifts: National Minimum Wage | Job type: Full time About the role We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join a dedicated private care team supporting a ten-year-old boy with complex health needs in his fully adapted family home. Paediatric experience is preferred, although nurses with relevant complex-care experience are also encouraged to apply. This is a hands-on nursing and team leadership role. You will provide safe, person-centred clinical care while leading and supporting an established team of complex-care support workers. Pay rates

• £40.00 per hour for weekday day shifts from 7.00 am to 9.00 pm.
• £42.00 per hour for weekend and bank holiday day shifts from 7.00 am to 9.00 pm.
• £42.00 per hour for weekday night shifts from 9.00 pm to 7.00 am.
• £45.00 per hour for weekend and bank holiday night shifts from 9.00 pm to 7.00 am.
• Sleep-in shifts are paid at the applicable National Minimum Wage. About the child He is an engaging, happy and affectionate little boy who enjoys sensory stories and activities, days out, listening to music and relaxing in his therapy pool. He lives at home with his family and has EOTAS Monday to Friday. He has cerebral palsy and associated complex healthcare needs, including sight and hearing impairments. He can experience seizures, although these are currently controlled. He has a PEG and JEG for medication, fluids and nutrition and requires deep suctioning and use of a VEST airway-clearance system. He depends on others to meet all his care needs and is supported around the clock by a dedicated team. Key responsibilities
• Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care in line with clinical guidance, care plans and risk assessments.
• Lead, supervise and support the care team, promoting consistently high standards of care and interaction.
• Contribute to the writing, review and monitoring of care plans, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Coordinate the staff rota and help maintain safe, reliable cover.
• Oversee the child's clinical needs, including seizure management, enteral medication and nutrition, airway clearance and suctioning, in accordance with training and agreed protocols.
• Work closely with the family, case manager and wider multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Support the child to enjoy family life, education, leisure activities and access to the wider community.
• Promote choice, comfort, dignity, independence and quality of life while managing risk appropriately.
• Implement recommendations and guidance from the child's healthcare professionals.
• Support the planning of holidays, and where agreed attend, travel within the UK and abroad.
• Maintain clear, accurate records and take part in training, supervision and ongoing professional development.
• Essential requirements
• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• At least one year of post-registration nursing experience.
• Sound clinical judgement and a strong commitment to safe, person-centred care.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build a positive, respectful relationship with the child and his family.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the confidence to support and supervise a care team.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the family and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Willingness to complete the recruitment, safeguarding and role-specific training requirements for the position. Desirable Experience 
• Paediatric or children's community nursing.
• Complex care, cerebral palsy or neurological conditions.
• Seizure management, enteral feeding, suctioning or airway-clearance support.
• ·Team leadership, supervision, rota coordination or care-plan development.
• A full driving licence and the ability to travel with the child and family when required. Why this role matters This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's everyday life while supporting a warm and committed family and helping an established care team deliver excellent, consistent care. Application questions

1. Are you currently registered with the NMC?
2. Please briefly describe any experience you have in seizure management or complex clinical care.
3. Would you be able to accompany the child and family on occasional trips in the UK or abroad, potentially lasting one to two weeks? Safeguarding: Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks appropriate to the role, including evidence of NMC registration and an enhanced DBS check. Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Work Location: In person