Are you a passionate and experienced paediatric nursing leader ready to shape the future of children’s care? We are seeking a Head of Nursing for Children’s Services to provide strategic and operational leadership across our paediatric and neonatal services.
About the role
This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for nursing excellence across:
* Inpatient Paediatrics and Neonatal Care
* Children’s Outpatient Services
* Safeguarding and Family-Centred Care
You will lead a team of matrons, clinical nurse specialists, and advanced practitioners, ensuring safe, compassionate, and developmentally appropriate care for children and young people. A proportion of your time will focus on strategic work, including developing and delivering a Children and Young People Strategy, working with system partners and service users to improve outcomes and experiences.
Our Way Forward
We are implementing a new divisional structure that strengthens accountability, integration, and patient-centred care. This is an exciting time to join us as we embed transformation, break down silos, and create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. As Head of Nursing for Children’s Services, you will play a key role in shaping this future.
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wavea national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
What we’re looking for
* NMC Registered Paediatric Nurse
* Educated to Master’s level or equivalent senior leadership experience
* Significant experience in senior nursing leadership (Band 8a or above)
* Proven track record in children’s nursing across acute and/or community settings
* Strong understanding of paediatric clinical standards, safeguarding, and NHS policy
* A values-driven leader who champions inclusivity, patient experience, and staff wellbeing