Children’s Safeguarding Nurse Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Children’s Safeguarding Nurse – Band 6
Location: University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
Department: Safeguarding Team
Reporting to: Clinical Nurse Specialists for Safeguarding

Overview

Are you passionate about safeguarding children and supporting families at risk? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated healthcare professional to join our Safeguarding Team at University Hospitals Birmingham as a Band 6 Children’s Safeguarding Nurse.

This role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth in a highly supportive environment, working alongside an experienced safeguarding team to promote best practice, ensure compliance with statutory guidance, and protect vulnerable children and young people across our Trust.

Role Summary

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary safeguarding team, the post holder will provide advice, support, and guidance to staff on issues relating to the protection and welfare of children. You will support the delivery of safeguarding training, conduct audits, and contribute to the effective management of safeguarding cases in collaboration with the Named and Lead Nurses for Safeguarding.

This role also includes fostering the ‘Think Family’ approach by working in partnership with the Safeguarding Adults Team to ensure holistic, family-centred safeguarding interventions.

You’ll act as a visible and approachable role model across the Trust, delivering expert safeguarding advice and contributing to the development of safe, inclusive clinical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Safeguarding Children Nurse Specialist Team in managing complex safeguarding cases across the Trust.
• Provide specialist advice on cases of suspected or actual abuse or neglect under appropriate supervision.
• Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, professional meetings, discharge planning discussions, and supervision sessions.
• Deliver Level 3 safeguarding children training to identified staff groups.
• Support daily safeguarding ward visits and engage with clinical teams to embed safeguarding practice.
• Conduct audits to assess safeguarding knowledge and practices across clinical areas.
• Promote best practice by implementing standards and monitoring adherence to both national and local guidance.
• Build effective relationships with clinical staff to support the continuous development of safeguarding knowledge and capability.

About Us

At University Hospitals Birmingham, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, compassionate, and values-driven workplace. We are proud of our diverse workforce and strive to ensure every colleague feels welcome, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We actively work to eliminate barriers, provide reasonable adjustments, and develop a culture where equity, kindness, and respect are part of everyday working life. Our inclusive values are at the heart of our leadership approach, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Please note: UHB is a smoke-free environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (RGN, RSCN/RCN, SCPHN or equivalent)
• Current registration with the relevant professional body
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience
• Up-to-date safeguarding training and evidence of CPD
• Teaching qualification or equivalent training experience

Experience

Essential:

• Recent experience working with children and/or young people in a healthcare setting
• Direct involvement in safeguarding practice
• Proven ability to manage sensitive clinical cases in line with policy and procedures
• Good understanding of safeguarding legislation and national frameworks
• Familiarity with local safeguarding protocols

Skills & Attributes

Essential:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence in presenting and facilitating training
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Leadership qualities appropriate to a Band 6 role
• Determination, resilience, and adaptability
• Ability to work across sites and services as required
• High level of organisation and initiative
• Willingness to work flexibly as part of a wider team

Desirable:

• Experience in delivering safeguarding training
• Involvement in multidisciplinary safeguarding casework

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check
This post requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications are welcome from individuals requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Professional Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Visit NHS Careers for further details.

Contact Information

For further information or help with your application, please contact:

Holly Astley
Email: holly.astley@uhb.nhs.uk
Tel: 0121 424 9235