Nursery Nurse

Join to apply for the Nursery Nurse role at NHS Job Summary Due to a review of the staffing establishment an exciting opportunity has arisen for additional Band 4 Nursery Nurses to join the team at the East London Mother & Baby Unit. Applicants for this position must be a nursery nurse with the appropriate training, experience working with babies, and a demonstrated interest in Perinatal Mental Health. Working in a Mother & Baby Unit is a unique role for nursery nurses to work within an inpatient mental health ward, supporting babies and their mothers who are experiencing mental health difficulties. The East London Mother and Baby unit is a 12‑bedded unit based within the City & Hackney Centre for Mental Health. This family‑centred specialist unit cares for people who experience severe mental health difficulties during the later stages of pregnancy and up to one year post‑natally. Main duties of the job Demonstrate sound knowledge of caring for infants under 1 year and use this knowledge to teach and guide colleagues and mothers. Assess and implement care for infants, ensuring needs are met and mothers are supported to provide safe and effective care. Contribute to the development of standards of care for both mothers and babies on the unit, providing feedback and supporting necessary change. Support wider family networks as necessary around knowledge and care of babies. Support the City and Hackney Centre for Mental Health in providing care and treatment, upholding the safety of both patients and staff within the unit. Work long days, nights and weekends and undertake training in physical holding skills. About Us Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – we seek people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Details Date posted: 02 December 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for Change Band: 4 Salary: £33,094 to £36,195 a year, Inc HCAs Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 363‑CH7138824 Job locations: East London Mother & Baby Unit, City & Hackney Centre for Mental Health, Homerton Row, LONDON, E9 6SR Person Specification Education / Qualification / Training – Essential O(NNEB) or Diploma in childcare & education or National diploma in early years Level 3 children and education Experience – Essential Ability to perform and participate as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and electronically. Ability to work towards a competency framework. Experience of working actively with young babies within the last few months and having contributed directly to the development of services available to them. Relevant post‑qualification experience. Experience of observing changes in the physical and psychological condition of babies and contributing to the development of skills in other staff and being able to monitor this. Experience of working in a mental health setting. Knowledge and Skills – Essential Detailed knowledge of child development and age‑appropriate play activities. Understanding of the Children’s Act and related legislation. Awareness of the National Service Framework for Children and other government initiatives. Knowledge of primary health care relating to young infants. Ability to manage difficult situations and provide advice to others to ensure appropriate action. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details East London NHS Foundation Trust East London Mother & Baby Unit, City & Hackney Centre for Mental Health Homerton Row, LONDON, E9 6SR Website: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr