• Job Description

  Req#: C9188-25-0503?language=en&page=287&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Are you a passionate and experienced neonatal nurse ready to take the next step in your career? Southampton Neonatal Unit is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly and supportive leadership team as a Band 6 Junior Sister.We are proud to offer a dynamic and forward-thinking neonatal service, and we are looking for individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality, family-centred care. You will play a vital role in shaping a positive experience for babies and their families during their time with us.As a Band 6 Junior Sister, you will take on a pivotal leadership role--leading and managing the nursing team across our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NNU) on a daily basis. You will be responsible for ensuring excellent standards of care, supporting staff development, and contributing to a positive team culture.You will have the opportunity to use your clinical knowledge and leadership skills to influence change and drive the development of these services operationally. We encourage innovation and welcome fresh ideas to continue evolving our care delivery.Come and be part of a vibrant team where your skills, compassion, and leadership will make a real difference to the lives of our smallest patients and their families.

  Main duties of the job

  Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

  For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

  About us

  University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

  Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

  We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

  At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

  At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

  Details

  Date posted

  15 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 6

  Salary

  Depending on experience £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  188-SNM080525

  Job locations

  Princess Anne Hospital

  Coxford Road

  Southampton

  SO14 2AA

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  What Were Looking For: A registered nurse with significant experience in neonatal care including Qualification in Speciality. Evidence of post-registration education in neonatal nursing. Strong leadership and communication skills A proactive and supportive approach to team management Commitment to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  What Were Looking For: A registered nurse with significant experience in neonatal care including Qualification in Speciality. Evidence of post-registration education in neonatal nursing. Strong leadership and communication skills A proactive and supportive approach to team management Commitment to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care

  Person Specification

  Trust Values

  Essential

  • Patients first
  • Always improving
  • Working together

  Qualifications, knowledge and experience

  Essential

  • Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
  • Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
  • Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
  • Ward management experience
  • Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Experience in an acute hospital setting
  • Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
  • Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
  • Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
  • Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
  • Commitment to continuing professional development

  Desirable

  • Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
  • Appraisal skills
  • Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
  • Some insight into budget management

  Person Specification

  Trust Values

  Essential

  • Patients first
  • Always improving
  • Working together

  Qualifications, knowledge and experience

  Essential

  • Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
  • Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
  • Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
  • Ward management experience
  • Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Experience in an acute hospital setting
  • Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
  • Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
  • Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
  • Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
  • Commitment to continuing professional development

  Desirable

  • Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
  • Appraisal skills
  • Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
  • Some insight into budget management

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

  Address

  Princess Anne Hospital

  Coxford Road

  Southampton

  SO14 2AA

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

  Address

  Princess Anne Hospital

  Coxford Road

  Southampton

  SO14 2AA

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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