Registered Neonatal Nurse - Band 5 in City of London

Join Our Team as a Band 5 Neonatal Nurse at Newham University Hospital
Location:Newham University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust
Band:5
Experience Required:Minimum 6 months paid NHS experience

At Barts Health NHS Trust, we are proud to be one of the largest NHS organisations in the UK. Our Neonatal Unit at Newham University Hospital is a Level 2-unit, part of the North East Central London Neonatal Network, providing care for babies born at 27 weeks and above. With 23 cots across intensive care, high dependency, and special care, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality, family-centred care.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dedicated, compassionate team that puts families at the heart of neonatal care.
• Work in a modern, supportive environment with 2 Transitional Care rooms to help parents gain confidence before discharge.
• Join a unit that supports 5,000–6,000 deliveries annually, with a 10–15% neonatal admission rate.
• Benefit from career development opportunities, including clinical and educational links with universities.
• Thrive in a workplace that lives by the WeCare values—where compassion, respect, and excellence guide everything we do.

About the Role

As a Band 5 Neonatal Nurse, you will:

• Deliver holistic, developmental care to preterm and sick neonates.
• Work in partnership with families in a Family Integrated Care model.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for our smallest patients.
• Support parents pre- and post-discharge through our dedicated community neonatal service.

What We’re Looking For

• NMC Registered Nurse (Child or Adult with Neonatal experience).
• Minimum of 6 months paid NHS experience in a relevant setting.
• Passion for neonatal care and commitment to continuous learning.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

WeCare About You

We are committed to inclusion and diversity, ensuring every team member feels valued and supported. Our WeCare values shape our culture and are embedded in everything we do—from recruitment to development.

Ready to make a difference in the lives of newborns and their families?
Apply now and become part of a team that truly cares.