Job Summary
We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated, innovative practitioner to join us and work across site at our ANNP Led Level 1 SCBU at the Princess Royal Hospital Hayward's Heath and our Level 3 tertiary NICU which includes surgery at the Trevor Mann Baby Unit NICU in Brighton.
The trainee ANNP band 7 will be willing to undertake an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (Neonatal)at the University and your clinical experience will be managed at both clinical sites. Candidates will demonstrate a commitment to completing an MSc in Advanced Practice. Funding and non clinical time will be provided to undertake the MSc.
Minimal criteria prior to applying are that you are currently working in the neonatal service, you should hold a qualification in specialty (QIS) for Neonatal ITU, HDU and SCBU and have a relevant mentorship qualification.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will complete the programme on a Fulltime basis which will be discussed on appointment.
The ANNP promotes individualised family-centred holistic care for the neonate and their family, utilising their advanced skills set and knowledge base.
The post-holder will exercise professional autonomy in the delivery of safe, evidenced based care and deliver high quality medical management to all babies in all categories of care.
Trainee Applicants
Successful applicant will complete all academic modules within the academic year September 2026-Sept 2027 following on from this there will be a 3-6 month consolidation period. You will be supported with supervision from the ANNP + Medical team and Medical team.
Successful completion of this will result in an automatic progression to an 8A substantive post with the ANNP team.
Successful applicants are required to complete the full MSc Dissertation on appointment of your substantive 8A post.
About Us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Details
Date posted
06 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
JAN26
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Easter Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Main roles and responsibilities of the successful applicant will be to develop themselves during their training to the following which will aid in their progression to their 8A substantive post.
Clinical Practice:
Assessing, planning and implementation of care for infants across all categories of care.
Postnatal ward cover and managing both low risk and babies requiring transitional care and supporting the midwifery team with completing of New-born Physical Examination (NIPE)
Attending high risk deliveries on both sites.
Leading on resuscitation and stabilisation on delivery suite at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards heath.
Delivery bleep holder across both sites.
Utilisation of advanced skill set (Decision making, Intubation, vascular access, LP)
Independent prescriber.
Keeping up to date with all advanced clinical skill sets
Leadership
Involvement or leading on projects (local/national) to promote safe practice and patient experience.
Line management of trainee ANNPs during their training with the support of a Senior ANNP.
Attending ATAIN, NNAP, ANNP training days and managing your non clinical time appropriately.
Education
Supporting the practice development nurses with education session on team days
NLS/ARNI instruction if applicable on our local courses
Teaching at local university to support the Qualification In Speciality (QIS) training of our nursing colleagues
Bed site teaching for both our medical and nursing colleagues.
Leading simulation
Research
Be Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certified to be involved with local research
Be involved or lead on Quality Improvement initiatives
Keep up to to date with local clinical trial protocols
Regular one-to-ones with Clinical Supervisor and ANNP mentor will be required and will be the responsibility of the trainee to arrange these.
Job Description
Clinical Practice:
Assessing, planning and implementation of care for infants across all categories of care.
Postnatal ward cover and managing both low risk and babies requiring transitional care and supporting the midwifery team with completing of New-born Physical Examination (NIPE)
Attending high risk deliveries on both sites.
Leading on resuscitation and stabilisation on delivery suite at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards heath.
Delivery bleep holder across both sites.
Utilisation of advanced skill set (Decision making, Intubation, vascular access, LP)
Independent prescriber.
Keeping up to date with all advanced clinical skill sets
Leadership
Involvement or leading on projects (local/national) to promote safe practice and patient experience.
Line management of trainee ANNPs during their training with the support of a Senior ANNP.
Attending ATAIN, NNAP, ANNP training days and managing your non clinical time appropriately.
Education
Supporting the practice development nurses with education session on team days
NLS/ARNI instruction if applicable on our local courses
Teaching at local university to support the Qualification In Speciality (QIS) training of our nursing colleagues
Bed site teaching for both our medical and nursing colleagues.
Leading simulation
Research
Be Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certified to be involved with local research
Be involved or lead on Quality Improvement initiatives
Keep up to to date with local clinical trial protocols
Regular one-to-ones with Clinical Supervisor and ANNP mentor will be required and will be the responsibility of the trainee to arrange these.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
Qualification in Speciality (QIS)/ENB 405/Neonatal Pathway
Adequate experience post Neonatal pathway completion
Mentorship qualification
NLS provider
Currently working on a NICU/SCBU
Desirable
NLS/ARNI instructor
Neonatal Transport Nurse
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Person Specification
Essential
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
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
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Easter Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
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Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Easter Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
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