Job Summary
Are you passionate about children's nursing and supporting families through the most challenging times? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate
Band 6 Children's Nurseto join our
Kaleidoscope Palliative Care Servicein the
Inner North West Division-- part of the largest community healthcare trust in London.
In this rewarding role, you'll support the running of the Kaleidoscope Team, caring for children with complex and palliative care needs. You'll work closely with the Palliative Care Team, Children's Community Nursing Service, and social care partners to deliver joined-up, holistic support. You'll also help recruit, train, and develop Kaleidoscope Care Workers, and deputise for the Nurse Specialist to ensure continuity of service.
Why join us?
- A varied role combining clinical leadership and hands-on nursing.
- Opportunities to develop skills in palliative and complex care.
- Involvement in service development and staff training.
- Regular supervision and access to specialist education programmes.
Role details:30 hrs/week, flexible Monday-Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends to meet children's End of Life needs and support the 24/7 on-call service. Nominal base: Westbourne Park, with travel across Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham, and Westminster.
If you're a dedicated children's nurse who can combine teamwork with autonomy and flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To support the running of the Kaleidoscope palliative care team, for children with complex care and palliative needs, working in conjunction with the Kaleidoscope Palliative Care Team, Children's Community Nursing Team and Social Services.
To support the recruitment, training, and development of the Kaleidoscope care Workers, enabling them to provide care for children at home living in Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Westminster.
To work within the Kaleidoscope Palliative Care Team, deputising for the Nurse Specialist to provide continuity of service.
- Management and Leadership:
- Clinical Duties
- Professionalism
- Teaching and Training
- Clinical Governance
- Research
- Other duties as required
About Us
Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!
We Can Offer You:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up)
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Details
Date posted
28 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£46,419 to £55,046 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
824-INNER-7427449
Job locations
Medical Centre
7E Woodfield Road
London
W9 3XZ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN, RSCN, RN(Child)
- Registered Nurse with current UK NMC registration
- Evidence of post registration education
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant nursing experience at Band 5
- Experience of teaching
- Experience of liaising / negotiating with professionals
- Experience of management of junior staff
Desirable
- Post Registration Community Experience at Band 5 or 6
- Experience of working in culturally diverse communities
Skill
Essential
- Knowledge of the NMC Professional Codes and Standards
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementation
- Knowledge of political changes in the profession and NHS
- Knowledge of working in culturally diverse communities
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- I.T. skills
Person Specification
Essential
- Knowledge of the NMC Professional Codes and Standards
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementation
- Knowledge of political changes in the profession and NHS
- Knowledge of working in culturally diverse communities
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- I.T. skills
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.
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.
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
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
Medical Centre
7E Woodfield Road
London
W9 3XZ
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
Medical Centre
7E Woodfield Road
London
W9 3XZ
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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