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Job overview
Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse – Paediatric Critical Care (PCCU) at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post is based at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. Paid staff will work a minimum of 23 hours per week across days, nights and weekend shifts, with rostered shifts across PCCU, Outreach and Retrieval services.
Main duties of the job
* Provide clinical leadership ensuring high standards of individualised nursing and family‑centred care for critically ill children.
* Act as a member of a multidisciplinary team, communicating effectively with all levels of medical and nursing staff.
* Uphold the PCCU Nursing Philosophy of Care.
* Manage the unit on a day‑to‑day basis in the absence of a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
Working for our organisation
Paediatric Critical Care at OUH includes 17 Level 2 and 3 critical care beds and is part of the Thames Valley and Wessex Paediatric Critical Care Operational Delivery Network. The service offers opportunities in SORT (Southampton Oxford Retrieval Team) and Critical Care Outreach, alongside structured competency development and career progression pathways.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful candidate will work well within the team, with a mixed shift pattern that includes days and nights throughout the week. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years post‑registration experience and a relevant paediatric critical care course. A self‑motivated, enthusiastic individual who can lead, motivate and teach junior staff and students is required.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Registered with the NMC as a Child RSCN or Adult RN.
* Recognised UK paediatric critical care course (e.g., PCCS or HEI accredited).
* Degree‑level study or working towards a degree.
* Evidence of commitment to teaching staff and students.
Experience
* Relevant critical care nursing experience.
* Demonstrated knowledge and use of research findings.
Personal Qualities
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Awareness of the qualities required of staff working in critical care.
* Insight into managerial issues relating to people and resources.
Knowledge and Skills
* Clinical knowledge in the area of speciality and excellence in practice.
* Experience of leading and supporting a team in a clinical area.
* Knowledge of audit, quality improvement, and risk management practices.
Other
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
COVID‑19
Vaccination is encouraged but not a condition of employment. Unvaccinated staff may refer to the Oxfordshire County Council website for information about vaccine access.
Vacancy Closures
Applications will close automatically once the limit is reached, potentially before the advertised closing date.
Probation Period
Subject to a 6‑month probationary period, unless the applicant already holds a contract with OUH.
Referencing
Provide accurate work‑related e‑mail addresses for references. The first referee should be the current or most recent line manager, supervisor or clinical lead.
Next Steps
Read the job description and person specification carefully. Supported statements that match these criteria will be considered during shortlisting, usually within two weeks of application. Most communication will be via the e‑recruitment system; check e‑mail, including junk folders, regularly.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Necessary UK professional registration is required. Applicants may need to provide a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Application numbers
Applications will close automatically once the limit is reached, regardless of the advertised closing date.
Contact information
Lead Nurse for PCC Education & Workforce – Rosie Priddy
Email: rosemary.priddy@ouh.nhs.uk
Telephone: 01865 221 098
Practice Development and Education Lead, Paediatric Critical Care – Jo Bartlett
Email: joanne.bartlett@ouh.nhs.uk
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