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NHS Scotland
Registered Children’s Nurse
Kilmarnock On-site 0-2 yrs exp Hospitals and Health Care 7,636 employees
Paediatric NursingPatient AssessmentCare PlanningCare Programme ImplementationCare Evaluation
Requirements
Applicants must be registered Children's Nurses on the NMC register and demonstrate ongoing professional development, including NMC revalidation or an equivalent. The role requires knowledge of acute health service issues and patient safety, an understanding of personal accountability, and experience in an acute paediatric care setting as a registered or student nurse.
Job Description
NHS Scotland
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your applicationbut your answers must be your own.
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Children's Nurse based at University Hospital Crosshouse. This post is offered on a permanent & fixed term basis until July 2027.
Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity.
Hours
Post 1 - Permanent 36 hours per week.
Post 2 - Fixed-Term 23 hours per week.
07:45-20:15
10:00 22:30
19:45- 08:15
Job share will be considered for this post.
What You Will Do
As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will have responsibility for assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care, and/or the implementation and evaluation of these programmes ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients.
In the absence of the ward manager or senior staff nurse provide cover to ensure safe, effective and person-centred operation of the ward.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
Qualifications
Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Victoria Maxwell on 01563 527831.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.
Please visit for further information.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
Additional Information For Candidates
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your applicationbut your answers must be your own.
- Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
- Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
- Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Children's Nurse based at University Hospital Crosshouse. This post is offered on a permanent & fixed term basis until July 2027.
Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity.
Hours
Post 1 - Permanent 36 hours per week.
Post 2 - Fixed-Term 23 hours per week.
07:45-20:15
10:00 22:30
19:45- 08:15
Job share will be considered for this post.
What You Will Do
As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will have responsibility for assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care, and/or the implementation and evaluation of these programmes ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients.
In the absence of the ward manager or senior staff nurse provide cover to ensure safe, effective and person-centred operation of the ward.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
Qualifications
Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:
- Registered Children’s Nurse- registered on the NMC register.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of an NMC revalidation or equivalent
- Active in seeking out new learning experiences in relation to paediatric knowledge and skills and competencies relating to children's health and wellbeing needs
- Experience
- Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service including the Scottish Patient Safety Programme.
- Understanding of personal accountability.
- Experience of working in the Paediatric acute care setting either as a registered Nurse or student nurse.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Victoria Maxwell on 01563 527831.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.
Please visit for further information.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
Additional Information For Candidates
- You should apply for this post by completing the application process on NHS Jobs Scotland.
- DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
- Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
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Education
Professional Certificate
Skills
Paediatric NursingPatient AssessmentCare PlanningCare Programme ImplementationCare EvaluationAcute CareChildren's Health and WellbeingPatient SafetyPerson-Centred CareMultidisciplinary TeamworkProfessional AccountabilityNMC RevalidationWard Operations