Job Summary
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the largest and most progressive Trusts in the country, caring for over 1.2 million people across Essex. Our acute hospital sites--Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon, and Southend--work together to deliver outstanding care, close to home. We are a high-performing, well-led organisation with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and putting patients at the heart of everything we do.
As a Band 5 Nurse in our Neonatal Unit, you will be part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team providing specialist care to newborns who require intensive, high-dependency, or special care support. Whether you are newly qualified or looking to build on your experience, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a nurturing and forward-thinking environment.
As part of our team, you will benefit from a structured preceptorship and ongoing professional development programme designed to help you thrive in your role. We offer access to specialist neonatal training and clear pathways for career progression, all within a caring, inclusive, and team-focused culture where your contributions are truly valued. You will enjoy the security of the NHS pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement, and a range of staff wellbeing initiatives.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 5 Neonatal Nurse, you will deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care to neonates and their families, ensuring each baby receives the highest standard of support during their critical early days.
You will monitor and respond to changes in infant's conditions, administering treatments and medications as required, while providing parents with education, reassurance, and meaningful involvement in their baby's care journey. Working collaboratively with consultants, midwives, and allied health professionals, you will contribute to a cohesive and effective multidisciplinary team.
Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and adhering to professional standards will be central to your role, alongside actively engaging in continuous professional development and neonatal-specific training to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
About Us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
Full Audit Complete
Job locations
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
RGN NMC Registration
Essential
Experience
Evidence of continued professional development
Experience working in a clinical setting
Desirable
Clinical neonatal experience
NHS Experience
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Evidence of continued professional development
Experience working in a clinical setting
Desirable
Clinical neonatal experience
NHS Experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer's website
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