Job summary
- Main area
- Nursing
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (Secondment also considered)
- Hours
- Part time - 34 hours per week
- Job ref
- 425-25-6988273
- Employer
- Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Ryegate Children's Centre
- Town
- Sheffield
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 27/03/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Clinical Nurse Specialist (Epilepsy)
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
Fixed term: 12 months (Secondment considered) | 34hrs per week
We’re excited to offer an opportunity to join our Epilepsy Nurse team at Sheffield Children’s, where you’ll support children and young people with epilepsy, along with their families, schools, colleges, and other professionals.
As part of our experienced team, you’ll provide advice, support, and information through clinics (both face-to-face and telephone/video consultations).
We’re looking for someone with great communication skills, who excels in a multidisciplinary team environment. If you're passionate about delivering epilepsy education and supporting patients across different settings, we’d love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Lead Nurse for Epilepsy, your responsibilities will include:
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After a period of training, deliver nurse-led clinics, including new patient, adolescent, RHH transition (with jointly with adult nurses), rescue medication, and VNS battery check clinics.
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Provide epilepsy education and training to CYP, families, education professionals, and clinical staff on seizure management, rescue medications, and safety/lifestyle advice.
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Respond to advice line messages and emails from CYP, families, educational professionals, healthcare staff, and the wider MDT.
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Support CYP and families during the transition from children’s to adult services.
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Support patients in consultant clinics, including Epilepsy reviews, Ketogenic Diet therapy, and Surgery clinics.
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Collaborate with other epilepsy teams locally and beyond to ensure coordinated care.
Working for our organisation
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children’s Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- RN Child (RSCN) or equivalent
- 998 or equivalent teaching certificate
Desirable criteria
- Diploma level post basic nursing qualification in relevant field
- Degree in relevant subject
- Working towards completion of nonmedical presc
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant post registration experience
- Completed Band 5 co-ordinator competencies (or equivalent)
- Teaching and mentorship qualification
Desirable criteria
- Audit/research experience
- Experience of working with the Specialty patient group
- Project or caseload management
- Nurse led clinics
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
- Speciality aspects
- Health & Safety Practices eg Lifting and handling COSHH Current Nursing / Health Aspects Infection Control
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent Time management Skills
- Flexible
- Work independently or part of a team
- Interest in Specialty
- Safeguarding Knowledge
- Up to date on local current practices
Desirable criteria
- Interest in Audit/Research
- Working in a community setting
- Leadership
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Adaptable to change
- Commitment to: Speciality Self-Development Evolution of nursing practice Management of change
- Driving license and access to a car for community visits
Desirable criteria
- Willingness to develop skills
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Louise Douglas
- Job title
- Epilepsy Nurse Specialist & Nurse Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0114 271 7620
- Additional information
For an informal chat about this role, please contact Louise Douglas (Nurse Lead 0114 271 7620).
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