Job Summary
We are excited to be recruiting a highly self-motivated Paediatric Nurse to join our experienced team. Clinical Educator to our Support Teams to provide high quality support to children with complex needs. This will include training and competency support for community-based nursing support packages for children and young people with complex and long-term conditions/needs including Acquired/Traumatic Brain Injury, Neurological Conditions, Spinal Injury, Palliative Care, Tracheostomy, Ventilation support, PEG support and Catheter care etc.
You will be responsible for the facilitation of a high-quality learning environment to ensure the children and young people KEYFORT support have safe, effective, caring and responsive care teams. You will work closely with a variety of departments including management, support workers and external professional organisations to ensure education is an excellent standard. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in support delivery, guiding teams with effective support planning and risk assessments.
Your focus must always be to enable staff teams to make a real difference to the children and young people we support. A self-starter with a positive problem-solving attitude is essential. This role is ideal for a nurse who is seeking a new challenge, or has a passion for training others within a progressive and dynamic social care organisation.
Main duties of the job
Job Requirements
Qualified Paediatric Nurse with a current and valid NMC pin.
Experience of Brain Injury/Neurological conditions, complex respiratory needs and community-based Nursing preferred.
Experience Working With Healthcare Assistants And Support Workers Preferred.
Competent using IT software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Primarily, the hours can be flexible from 8-12 per week, however where possible we would like at least one day per week (Tuesday or Thursday) working from our head office in Gateshead.
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
Any mileage incurred will be reimbursed.
All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
About Us
Keyfort Group deliver packages of care and support to individuals with a range of conditions and disabilities. Our support is person-centred, we only work with people if we think we can provide great care not based on their disability. We have experience of working with people with a brain injury, neurological condition, learning disabilities, spinal injuries, physical and mental health needs.
Details
Date posted
03 December 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£17.50 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
L0030-25-0008
Job locations
Pacific House Business Centre
Fletcher Way
Parkhouse
Carlisle
CA3 0LJ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Reporting to: CQC Operations Manager / Partnerships Manager and Clinical Lead/ Service manager
Location: NE and NW, some hybrid working, some office working with occasional travel to regional offices
To lead the delivery of high-quality clinical training and competency processes to enable KEYFORT in delivering safe, effective, responsive, caring and well-led support for now and into the future.
To deliver training and competency support for community-based nursing support packages for Children with complex and long-term conditions/needs including acquired/traumatic brain injury, neurological conditions, spinal injury, palliative care, tracheostomy, ventilation support, PEG support and catheter care etc.
To be responsible for ongoing competencies and training using evidence-based methods which embrace Person-Centred Care, nursing practice models and shared decision making.
To provide supervision and observe support staff to ensure the agreed support plan is being achieved and support routines are being actioned.
To promote and facilitate a progressive learning environment for all KEYFORT services requiring nursing support.
To safeguard people at all times.
To work alongside all services to develop packages which meet the needs of individual by assessing their support needs, as well as identifying and agreeing support goals and care plans with people we support, their next of kin, commissioners and other professionals.
To manage a nursing caseload within the North East region, identifying and delivering the appropriate support plans.
Main duties
To act as an effective role model within KEYFORT.
To work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
To adhere to CQC Key Lines of Enquiry at all times.
To work alongside the training department and senior managers to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical training delivery across Childrens Services.
To support in overseeing the delivery of clinical support activities such as; advanced medication, PEG care, ventilator care, tracheostomy care, catheter care, skin care, bowel therapy and any future training needs which are identified as clinical.
To work in partnership with the Training department to identify training needs and identify solutions.
To provide supervision, support, guidance and training to members of office staff and support staff delivering care when identified under the clinical nursing remit.
To communicate clearly and effectively with all, at all times using a variety of methods.
To be responsible for maintaining own professional registration and revalidation by identifying opportunities which meet clinical needs.
To develop strong relationships with nursing colleagues at KEYFORT and externally to identify practices and work in a solution focused way.
If identified, to carry a caseload of people we support who require nursing-based needs.
To safeguard people receiving support at all times and always act in their best interests.
When required, to support the initial assessment process of new referrals to KEYFORT
To develop professional supportive relationships with people we support and their next of kin from the initial meeting and throughout their time with KEYFORT. Ensuring that training is tailored to meet their individual requirements.
To create and evaluate nursing care plans for support workers to follow and implement.
To carry out risk assessments of support tasks and support needs, identifying steps to take to minimise and manage identified risks.
When required, to take part in the identification and/or recruitment of support staff based on persons needs and preferences.
To arrange, attend and facilitate team meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings and review meetings when clinical nursing needs are identified.
To ensure the CQC Operations Manager, Service Manager and Partnerships Manager are kept up to date on delivery, achievements, concerns or issues within the role.
To lead in the provision of clinical skills training across the organisation within identified areas including; PEG care, ventilator care, tracheostomy care, catheter care, skin care, bowel therapy and any future training needs which are identified as clinical.
To ensure a quality learning environment for your delegates which meets their learning styles.
To undertake training needs analysis which support the delivery of services including the structures of how training will be delivered.
To develop a directory of learning materials which can be used by supporting staff.
To develop appropriate evaluation methods of training to determine the effectiveness of the delivered education.
To ensure all new support staff are deemed competent prior to lone working within remit of nursing practices.
To lead in identifying staff requiring staff refreshers and proactively provide the training needed in the most effective methods identified.
To support the delivery of training to staff in individual support needs, in partnership with the training team.
To work using Microsoft Office 365 across major applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
To also be competent in the use of KEYFORT online software in the monitoring of training/competencies through the creation of reports.
To be able to write comprehensive care plans and risk assessments when requested.
To develop, maintain, train others and update files including; Office File, Home File and Medication File.
To keep written minutes of all meetings attended such as; team meeting, multi-disciplinary team and review meetings. To ensure meeting minutes are distributed to the appropriate people.
To complete relevant required forms and reports such as incident forms, timesheets, annual leave forms etc.
To maintain open and accurate communication with all including people we support and their next of kin, support staff, management teams, commissioners, external professionals.
To contribute to case review and team meetings, by providing updates on the delivery of training and competencies.
To contribute to the development of the Childrens services by identifying best practice ways of working.
To manage, record and report incidents and accidents.
To undertake any other duties and training as directed to do so in order to meet the requirements of the role.
To act in a professional manner at all times and promote the companys high-quality reputation and integrity.
To uphold KEYFORT values during all work undertaken; Respect, Quality, Positivity, Individualist, Sustainability and Team Spirit.
To build strong rapports with external professionals in the development of clinical training.
To support KEYFORT services with the delivery of nursing support in the event of emergency scenarios.
- To have an open-minded approach and be flexible, adaptive and considerate of needs at all times.
- To adhere at all times to KEYFORTs confidentiality requirements in relation to people we support and staff.
- To be responsible for your own transport arrangements for accessing your designated place of work, inclusive of necessary insurance, MOT and tax.
- To maintain professionalism at all times, being respectful of people we support, families and any associated professionals.
- To work in an anti-discriminatory manner mindful of the lifestyle, values, customs and spiritual beliefs of the people we support.
- To undertake any other duties and training as directed to do so in order to meet the requirements of the role.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Reporting to: CQC Operations Manager / Partnerships Manager and Clinical Lead/ Service manager
Location: NE and NW, some hybrid working, some office working with occasional travel to regional offices
To lead the delivery of high-quality clinical training and competency processes to enable KEYFORT in delivering safe, effective, responsive, caring and well-led support for now and into the future.
To deliver training and competency support for community-based nursing support packages for Children with complex and long-term conditions/needs including acquired/traumatic brain injury, neurological conditions, spinal injury, palliative care, tracheostomy, ventilation support, PEG support and catheter care etc.
To be responsible for ongoing competencies and training using evidence-based methods which embrace Person-Centred Care, nursing practice models and shared decision making.
To provide supervision and observe support staff to ensure the agreed support plan is being achieved and support routines are being actioned.
To promote and facilitate a progressive learning environment for all KEYFORT services requiring nursing support.
To safeguard people at all times.
To work alongside all services to develop packages which meet the needs of individual by assessing their support needs, as well as identifying and agreeing support goals and care plans with people we support, their next of kin, commissioners and other professionals.
To manage a nursing caseload within the North East region, identifying and delivering the appropriate support plans.
Main duties
To act as an effective role model within KEYFORT.
To work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
To adhere to CQC Key Lines of Enquiry at all times.
To work alongside the training department and senior managers to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical training delivery across Childrens Services.
To support in overseeing the delivery of clinical support activities such as; advanced medication, PEG care, ventilator care, tracheostomy care, catheter care, skin care, bowel therapy and any future training needs which are identified as clinical.
To work in partnership with the Training department to identify training needs and identify solutions.
To provide supervision, support, guidance and training to members of office staff and support staff delivering care when identified under the clinical nursing remit.
To communicate clearly and effectively with all, at all times using a variety of methods.
To be responsible for maintaining own professional registration and revalidation by identifying opportunities which meet clinical needs.
To develop strong relationships with nursing colleagues at KEYFORT and externally to identify practices and work in a solution focused way.
If identified, to carry a caseload of people we support who require nursing-based needs.
To safeguard people receiving support at all times and always act in their best interests.
When required, to support the initial assessment process of new referrals to KEYFORT
To develop professional supportive relationships with people we support and their next of kin from the initial meeting and throughout their time with KEYFORT. Ensuring that training is tailored to meet their individual requirements.
To create and evaluate nursing care plans for support workers to follow and implement.
To carry out risk assessments of support tasks and support needs, identifying steps to take to minimise and manage identified risks.
When required, to take part in the identification and/or recruitment of support staff based on persons needs and preferences.
To arrange, attend and facilitate team meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings and review meetings when clinical nursing needs are identified.
To ensure the CQC Operations Manager, Service Manager and Partnerships Manager are kept up to date on delivery, achievements, concerns or issues within the role.
To lead in the provision of clinical skills training across the organisation within identified areas including; PEG care, ventilator care, tracheostomy care, catheter care, skin care, bowel therapy and any future training needs which are identified as clinical.
To ensure a quality learning environment for your delegates which meets their learning styles.
To undertake training needs analysis which support the delivery of services including the structures of how training will be delivered.
To develop a directory of learning materials which can be used by supporting staff.
To develop appropriate evaluation methods of training to determine the effectiveness of the delivered education.
To ensure all new support staff are deemed competent prior to lone working within remit of nursing practices.
To lead in identifying staff requiring staff refreshers and proactively provide the training needed in the most effective methods identified.
To support the delivery of training to staff in individual support needs, in partnership with the training team.
To work using Microsoft Office 365 across major applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
To also be competent in the use of KEYFORT online software in the monitoring of training/competencies through the creation of reports.
To be able to write comprehensive care plans and risk assessments when requested.
To develop, maintain, train others and update files including; Office File, Home File and Medication File.
To keep written minutes of all meetings attended such as; team meeting, multi-disciplinary team and review meetings. To ensure meeting minutes are distributed to the appropriate people.
To complete relevant required forms and reports such as incident forms, timesheets, annual leave forms etc.
To maintain open and accurate communication with all including people we support and their next of kin, support staff, management teams, commissioners, external professionals.
To contribute to case review and team meetings, by providing updates on the delivery of training and competencies.
To contribute to the development of the Childrens services by identifying best practice ways of working.
To manage, record and report incidents and accidents.
To undertake any other duties and training as directed to do so in order to meet the requirements of the role.
To act in a professional manner at all times and promote the companys high-quality reputation and integrity.
To uphold KEYFORT values during all work undertaken; Respect, Quality, Positivity, Individualist, Sustainability and Team Spirit.
To build strong rapports with external professionals in the development of clinical training.
To support KEYFORT services with the delivery of nursing support in the event of emergency scenarios.
- To have an open-minded approach and be flexible, adaptive and considerate of needs at all times.
- To adhere at all times to KEYFORTs confidentiality requirements in relation to people we support and staff.
- To be responsible for your own transport arrangements for accessing your designated place of work, inclusive of necessary insurance, MOT and tax.
- To maintain professionalism at all times, being respectful of people we support, families and any associated professionals.
- To work in an anti-discriminatory manner mindful of the lifestyle, values, customs and spiritual beliefs of the people we support.
- To undertake any other duties and training as directed to do so in order to meet the requirements of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working with long term conditions in a community setting.
- Clear knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with long
- Knowledge of NICE guidelines, CQC outcomes and standards.
- Proven experience of training and supervising Healthcare assistants/support workers.
- Experience working as part of a team and autonomously.
- Experience of working with Children and young people with ventilators, tracheostomies, PEGs and catheters.
Desirable
- Knowledge of teaching methodologies
- Experience of training a wider multi- disciplinary team, including nurses.
- Experience of developing, implementing and reviewing care plans
- and risk assessments.
- Involvement in Nursing audits and research
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in
- Current and active NMC
- Proven evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to nursing and areas of specialty.
Desirable
- Teaching and/or mentoring qualifications.
Person Specification
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in
- Current and active NMC
- Proven evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to nursing and areas of specialty.
Desirable
- Teaching and/or mentoring qualifications.
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
Keyfort Group Ltd
Address
Pacific House Business Centre
Fletcher Way
Parkhouse
Carlisle
CA3 0LJ
Employer's website
http://keyfortgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Keyfort Group Ltd
Address
Pacific House Business Centre
Fletcher Way
Parkhouse
Carlisle
CA3 0LJ
Employer's website
http://keyfortgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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