We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Children’s Community Nurse to join our team, delivering high-quality, child and family-centred care in the community. You will work autonomously, assessing, planning, and implementing care for children and young people, while supporting families and providing specialist guidance to colleagues and external agencies, particularly in children’s palliative care.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for children in partnership with families and other professionals.
* Provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues and external agencies.
* Train and assess the competence of Care Support Workers in the community.
* Mentor and support nursing and medical students on clinical placements.
* Ensure all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with Trust policy.
* Liaise with healthcare and social care professionals to coordinate integrated care packages.
* Promote involvement of children and families in care planning and decision-making.
* Support families by providing clear, ongoing information regarding their child’s care.
* Maintain personal resilience while working with terminal illness, accessing available support.
* Promote safe and effective use of equipment and resources.
* Participate in service development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
* Ensure practice is clinically effective, evidence-based, and in line with national standards.
* Take responsibility for own professional development and maintain NMC registration.
About You
We are looking for a candidate who:
* Is a registered Children’s Nurse (RNCB) with ENB 998 or C&G 7307 (or equivalent).
* Has at least 2 years post-qualification experience in children’s nursing.
* Is experienced in caring for children with complex needs and palliative care requirements.
* Has strong communication, organisational, and clinical skills.
* Is able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
* Is compassionate, resilient, and adaptable to change.
* Can travel independently throughout the locality with access to a suitable vehicle.
* Is committed to supporting and motivating colleagues and students.
* Desirable: holds a Children’s Palliative Care qualification and experience in community-based services,
Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, delivering care that truly puts them at the heart of everything we do.
Why Join Dougie Mac?
At Dougie Mac, we care deeply about the people who make our work possible. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a supportive, values-led organisation where everyone is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a real difference.
As a Dougie Mac employee, you’ll benefit from:
* 🌴 35 days of annual leave, rising with length of service
* 🔄 Options to buy and sell annual leave
* 🏥 Hospice-paid Healthcare Cash Plan
* 💰 Competitive Pension Scheme
* ✅ DBS paid for by the hospice
* 📚 Learning & Development opportunities
* 🚗 Free on-site parking
✨ Join us and be part of a local charity that puts people at the heart of everything we do. ✨
Salary: £36,00 - £40,000 per annum (Depending on knowledge, skills & experience)
Hours: 22.5, 30 & 37.5 hours a week
Applications close: Sunday 19th April 2026
Interviews: TBC
📩 How to Apply
Please complete the application form in full, paying particular attention to your personal statement. This should clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification. See the Recruitment Process Document for more information.
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