Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our team. Paediatric Assessment Unit is 7 day service. You will work as part of the medical team providing clinical management of acutely unwell children. You will work in close partnership with the Paediatric Emergency Department and Inpatient ward to ensure the child is assessed an treated in the right place.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be practicing autonomously as an Advanced Practitioner (AP) to provide patient-centred quality care. This will encompass the skills of advanced assessment, examination, diagnosis and management within an agreed scope of practice.
The post holder will work collaboratively with the Advanced Practitioners/ Consultant/ Service lead. They will work with a high degree of autonomy and employ complex decision making and demonstrate core practice capabilities and area specific clinical competence.
Details
- Date posted: 02 November 2026
- Closing date: 15 November 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 8a
- Salary: £63,665 to £70,887 a year pa incl hcas pro rata
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 396-8313101-PB-TA
- Job locations: Paediatrics, Kingston Hospital, Galsworthy Rd, Kingston, KT2 7QB, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate professional qualification (nursing or allied health professional).
- Degree level award (level 6) plus postgraduate specialist training, experience, short courses to Master's equivalent level.
- Independent or Supplementary non-medical prescriber (where relevant).
Desirable
- Completed advanced practice accreditation in speciality e.g. RCEM, RCN, full membership MACP.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience within an area of relevant clinical speciality
- Demonstration of expertise in all 4 pillars of advance practice (Clinical, Leadership & Management, Research, Education)
Desirable
- Previous experience in an advanced practice role
Skills
Essential
- Advanced Clinical assessment & History taking skills
- Highly developed diagnostic reasoning skills
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
About us
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Employer details
- Employer name: Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Paediatrics, Kingston Hospital, Galsworthy Rd, Kingston, KT2 7QB, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/