Every moment counts. Every memory matters. Come and join our nursing team as a Team Nurse and provide exceptional care and support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions.
Qualification requirements: Applicants for this role must have RSCN/RN (Child Branch) - Diploma or Degree, Registered Learning Disability Nurse, RGN or RN Adult and have two years' post-qualification experience of working with children with complex needs. You will be based at the Wiltshire Hospice and work across Wiltshire in the homes of the children we look after.
Team Nurses get the chance to spend time with the children and their families, developing strong relationships with families and meeting their individual needs. You will have the ability to work both in a team and independently and work using your own initiative as well as accessing and contributing to the skill base of the wider team.
You will work with a team of Carers, Nursing Associates, Nurses, Team Nurses, Senior Team Nurses and Lead Nurses in a supportive environment. As a Team Nurse, you will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality clinical nursing care to meet the diverse individual needs of the children and young people. You will have experience in clinical nursing assessment, planning and delivering care which will be evidence-based in conjunction with Julia’s House policies and procedures to deliver safe care to children and young people with complex needs that will often change.
You will feel confident in using your clinical judgement and making autonomous decisions about nursing care requirements. You will participate in an on-call rota system to provide telephone advice for staff and families. You will have day-to-day management of the client base, including the deployment, supervision and teaching of Care Team members. You will have opportunities to broaden your skills with excellent training and development.
This role is a 35 hours per week permanent contract and a full driving licence and use of a car for business purposes are essential; and all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check. At the discretion of the charity, relocation assistance may be considered. Flexibility will be required to cover days, evenings, weekends and occasional nights. There are no set hours for contracted staff, our care is provided at the times requested by our families and is therefore variable. Rotas are prepared at least 6 weeks in advance.
Julia’s House is an award-winning children’s hospice charity dedicated to bringing comfort and care to families across the two counties. Each family we support is unique and so is the care we provide. When a family finds out that their child has a very serious medical condition, which is life-limiting or life-threatening, their world falls apart. Julia’s House exists to help these children and their families.
The Benefits:
- 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated for part-time staff)
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Generous pension scheme (existing members of the NHS Pension Scheme may retain membership on joining Julia's House)
- Life Assurance scheme
- Free eye tests
- Blue Light Card scheme
- The Lifestyle Card scheme
- Concert4carers scheme
- Comprehensive induction
- Ongoing commitment to developing staff
- Mentoring scheme
We are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our clients, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We are recognised as a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to supporting equality, diversity, and inclusion. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.
How to prepare for a job interview at Julia's House
✨Know Your Stuff
Make sure you brush up on your clinical knowledge, especially around complex needs in children. Familiarise yourself with Julia’s House policies and procedures, as well as any recent developments in paediatric care. This will show that you're not just qualified, but genuinely interested in the role.
✨Show Your Compassion
As a Team Nurse, empathy is key. Prepare examples of how you've provided exceptional care in challenging situations. Think about times when you’ve gone the extra mile for patients or their families, and be ready to share these stories during your interview.
✨Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
This role requires collaboration with various team members. Be prepared to discuss your experience working in teams, how you handle conflicts, and how you contribute to a supportive environment. Highlight any leadership roles you've taken on, even if they were informal.
✨Ask Thoughtful Questions
Interviews are a two-way street! Prepare some insightful questions about the team dynamics, training opportunities, and how Julia’s House supports its staff. This shows that you’re not only interested in the job but also in being part of a community that values its members.
