Nursing Associates for Neonates

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.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the neonatal team based at The Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath.

This is an 8 bedded special care unit led by a team of Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners.

You will be expected t work alongside the nursing team to provide excellent care to our families.

There is an expectation that some cross site working at the Trevor Mann Baby Unit in Brighton will take place to meet the needs of the service.

You should be a qualified or near to qualifying nurse associate who is keen to work with families and neonates.

We will offer ongoing training and support for professional development.

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.

Main duties of the job

Summary of details include:

• Effective communication
• Work within your NMC Code of Professional Conduct
• Participate in discussions working with multidisciplinary teams
• Follow Health and Safety targets and Infection Prevention procedures
• Maintain awareness of evidence base and best practice in nursing care
• Provide best clinical care
• Accurate and clear documentation
• To continue with continuous learning and development.

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 abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

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Details

Date posted

19 May 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-7985379-MAY26

Job locations

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) working within all aspects of the nursing process, providing high quality holistic and person-centred careto individuals.
• Support the registered nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care with focus on promoting health and independence.
• Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting.
• Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values.
• Be an accountable professional.
• Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
• Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.

Please see our detailed job description for the main duties and responsibilities. Job description

Job responsibilities

• Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) working within all aspects of the nursing process, providing high quality holistic and person-centred careto individuals.
• Support the registered nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care with focus on promoting health and independence.
• Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting.
• Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values.
• Be an accountable professional.
• Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
• Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.

Please see our detailed job description for the main duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
• Qualified Nursing Associate o the NMC register or working towards.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in an inpatient environment.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working with babies or children.
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Ability to access computerised data
• Care planning skills

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work under own initiative

Professional Registration

Essential

• Registered nursing associate on the NMC register. Nursing associate foundation degree qualification level 5.

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

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
• Qualified Nursing Associate o the NMC register or working towards.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in an inpatient environment.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working with babies or children.
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Ability to access computerised data
• Care planning skills

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work under own initiative

Professional Registration

Essential

• Registered nursing associate on the NMC register. Nursing associate foundation degree qualification level 5.

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