Community Paediatric Nurse

Job summaryWe are excited to be recruiting a highly self-motivated Paediatric Nurse to join our experienced Clinical Educator team to provide high quality support to children with complex needs. This role includes 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 facilitating a high-quality learning environment to ensure safe, effective, caring and responsive care teams. You will work with management, support workers and external professional organisations to ensure education is of an excellent standard. You may also be involved in support delivery, guiding teams with effective support planning and risk assessments. This role is suitable for a nurse seeking a new challenge or a passion for training others within a progressive 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, hours can be flexible from 8-12 per week; where possible at least one day per week (Tuesday or Thursday) from head office in Gateshead. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. 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 work only with people if we believe we can provide great care not based on disability. We have experience with brain injury, neurological conditions, learning disabilities, spinal injuries, physical and mental health needs. Details Date posted 05 September 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £17.50 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number L0030-25-0004 Job locations Pacific House Business Centre Fletcher Way Parkhouse Carlisle CA3 0LJ Job responsibilitiesReporting 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 individuals by assessing their support needs, and 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 1. Clinical 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 with the training department and senior managers to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical training delivery across Children’s 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 identified as clinical. To work in partnership with the Training department to identify training needs and solutions. To provide supervision, support, guidance and training to members of office staff and support staff delivering care 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. 2. Support Provision 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 training is tailored to meet 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 needs, identifying steps to minimise and manage identified risks. When required, to take part in 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. 3. Training To lead 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 identified as clinical. To ensure a quality learning environment for delegates which meets their learning styles. To undertake training needs analysis to 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 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 nursing practices. To lead in identifying staff requiring refreshers and provide training in the most effective methods identified. To support the delivery of training to staff in individual support needs, in partnership with the training team. 4. Administrative Tasks To work using Microsoft Office 365 across Word, Excel and PowerPoint. To be competent in the KEYFORT online software for monitoring training/competencies through the creation of reports. 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 and ensure minutes are distributed to the appropriate people. To complete 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 and external professionals. 5. General Duties To contribute to case reviews and team meetings, providing updates on training and competencies. To contribute to developing Children's 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 meet role requirements. To act professionally at all times and promote the company’s high-quality reputation and integrity. To uphold KEYFORT values; 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 emergency scenarios. 5 additional points outline expectations: open-minded approach and flexibility; confidentiality; transport responsibilities; professionalism; anti-discriminatory practice;Further duties as directed. Person SpecificationExperienceEssential Proven experience of working with long term conditions in a community setting. Clear knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with long-term conditions. 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 QualificationsEssential Diploma or Degree in nursing Current and active NMC registration 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 requires a DBS check. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details: Keyfort Group Ltd, Pacific House Business Centre, Fletcher Way, Parkhouse, Carlisle, CA3 0LJ#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-08