Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Children's Weight Management Service for a Specialist Nurse. (12 months maternity cover). This role focuses on supporting children and young people living with obesity through clinical assessments, medication management, and health education. The post holder will work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT)including medical staff, dietitians, psychologists, and administrative colleaguesto coordinate patient care and ensure safe, effective treatment pathways. Main duties of the job Provide specialist nursing support to ensure high-quality care for children accessing the service, in line with unit protocols, Trust policies, and clinical guidelines. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver patient-focused care and initiate appropriate treatment plans for children and their families in a variety of settings. Collaborate effectively with the wider multi-professional team within the Children's Weight Management (CEW) Service. Deliver specialist education, training, and information to children, young people, and their families to support understanding and self-management. Work with the MDT to monitor and review patient conditions, ensuring timely intervention and continuity of care. Take responsibility for the ongoing development and evaluation of nursing practice within the service. About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/ Details Date posted 17 November 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 358-7571269-W&C Job locations Leicester Royal Infirmary Infirmary square Leicester LE1 5WW Job description Job responsibilities Provide specialist nursing support to ensure high-quality care for children accessing the service, in line with unit protocols, Trust policies, and clinical guidelines. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver patient-focused care and initiate appropriate treatment plans for children and their families in a variety of settings. Collaborate effectively with the wider multi-professional team within the Childrens Weight Management (CEW) Service. Deliver specialist education, training, and information to children, young people, and their families to support understanding and self-management. Work with the MDT to monitor and review patient conditions, ensuring timely intervention and continuity of care Take responsibility for the ongoing development and evaluation of nursing practice within the service. Job description Job responsibilities Provide specialist nursing support to ensure high-quality care for children accessing the service, in line with unit protocols, Trust policies, and clinical guidelines. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver patient-focused care and initiate appropriate treatment plans for children and their families in a variety of settings. Collaborate effectively with the wider multi-professional team within the Childrens Weight Management (CEW) Service. Deliver specialist education, training, and information to children, young people, and their families to support understanding and self-management. Work with the MDT to monitor and review patient conditions, ensuring timely intervention and continuity of care Take responsibility for the ongoing development and evaluation of nursing practice within the service. Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential 1st Level RCN Nurse Evidence of post registration education and development Desirable Clinical Leadership Programme Trained a degree level Experience Essential Relevant clinical experience at band 5 or above Specialist knowledge and experience within the area of speciality Evidence of autonomous practice Evidence of innovations and achievements in clinical practice. Evidence of continued professional development Communication and relationship Essential Effective communicator Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to motivate others Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential 1st Level RCN Nurse Evidence of post registration education and development Desirable Clinical Leadership Programme Trained a degree level Experience Essential Relevant clinical experience at band 5 or above Specialist knowledge and experience within the area of speciality Evidence of autonomous practice Evidence of innovations and achievements in clinical practice. Evidence of continued professional development Communication and relationship Essential Effective communicator Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to motivate others 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 of Leicester NHS Trust Address Leicester Royal Infirmary Infirmary square Leicester LE1 5WW Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Address Leicester Royal Infirmary Infirmary square Leicester LE1 5WW Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)