Full job descriptionPaediatric Nurse Care Co-ordinator (Band 5)
Location: South London
Hours: 30–37.5 hours per week (flexible, minimum 4 days)
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and organised Care Co-ordinator to join an ambitious and growing service supporting children with complex, serious or life-limiting conditions. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference, working closely with children and their families both in hospital and at home.
You will play a vital role in coordinating care, supporting hospital discharges, and ensuring smooth transitions between clinical and community settings. Working as part of a collaborative multi-disciplinary network, you will help deliver high-quality, person-centred support to those who need it most.
Key Responsibilities
*Manage a caseload of children and families, providing tailored support both in hospital and at home
*Work closely with hospital discharge teams to enable safe and timely transitions from hospital to home
*Act as a key liaison between hospital teams, community services, and families to ensure seamless care coordination
*Support children and families emotionally and practically through complex and challenging situations
*Maintain accurate records, reporting, and data management to a high standard
*Build effective partnerships with healthcare professionals and stakeholders
*Contribute to continuous service development and improvement
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference and thrives in a people-focused, fast-paced environment.
Essential Skills & Experience
*Experience working with children and families with complex care needs in hospital and/or community settings
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport
*Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
*Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
*Confident using IT systems, including databases and reporting tools
Desirable
*Experience in discharge planning or bed management
Personal Qualities
*Compassionate, emotionally intelligent, and resilient
*Highly organised, reliable, and proactive
*Confident, enthusiastic, and solutions-focused
*A strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
What’s on Offer
*The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children and families
*A flexible working pattern to support work-life balance
*A supportive and collaborative team environment
*Ongoing professional development opportunities