Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust
Band 5 Looked After Children's Nurse
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Band 5 Looked After Children's Nurse
Looked After Children (LAC) Nurse – Band 5
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland Employer: Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust Salary: Band 5 Application Deadline: Early closure possible—apply ASAP
Job Overview
Are you a passionate, NMC-registered Band 5 Nurse ready to take the next step after completing your preceptorship?
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking motivated nurses to join their specialist Looked After Children (LAC) Service, focused on improving outcomes for children and young people in care.
This is a rewarding community role, ensuring holistic health assessments, SMART care plans, and support for emotional, physical, and developmental wellbeing in a highly vulnerable population. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you’ll build meaningful relationships with children, carers, and partner agencies, advocating as a trusted professional.
*This role is for Looked After Children’s Nurses only—*Healthy Child Programme Nurse applicants will not be considered.
Key Opportunities: ✅ Specialisation in LAC nursing ✅ Training and professional support ✅ Commitment to safeguarding and reducing health inequalities
How to Apply: Contact:
- Harriet Mashingaidze (harriet.mashingaidze@nhs.net)
- Claire Read (claire.read4@nhs.net)
- Phone: 0116 295 1370 (ask for Duty Nurse)
Job Description: Summary of Duties & Responsibilities
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What We Are Looking For
We’re seeking registered nurses (NMC Level 1), completed preceptorship, with a strong focus on:
- Child health, safeguarding, and public health nursing.
- Working with children experiencing complex needs, including trauma, mental health, and attachment disorders.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct Review Health Assessments (RHAs) and develop high-quality care plans.
- Support children with emotional health, trauma, and attachment issues.
- Collaborate with carers, social work, and partner agencies.
- Contribute to Leaving Care Health Summaries and transition planning.
- Promote service access and advocate for children’s rights.
Candidate Requirements
- NMC registration and evidence of recent Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Dedication to safeguarding and improving outcomes for looked-after children.
- Must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle (essential for roles across Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland).
This is a unique opportunity to specialise in LAC nursing within a supportive, forward-thinking NHS Trust.
Apply Early: Early Closure Possible
Please submit your application as soon as possible—we may close the vacancy if sufficient applicants are received.
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About Us
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT)
LPT delivers community, mental health, and learning disability services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland, serving over 1 million people. Our 6,500 staff work across 100+ settings, from inpatient wards to community outreach.
We foster an "inclusive workforce" that reflects our diverse community, with a strong commitment to equal opportunities. Applications are encouraged from:
- Underrepresented groups
- Contents with relevant experience
Why Join Us?
- Flexible working policies (including alternative/varied hours requests).
- Supportive environment with professional growth opportunities.
- Shared values around high-quality, compassionate care.
Recruitment & Employment Terms
All substantive roles (excluding medical staff) involve a 6-month probationary period.
Additional Notes:
- Permission to work in the UK is required.
- DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) cost will be deducted from salary upon starting.
Applicants at risk within the local NHS matching essential criteria will have interview preference first.
For full details, see the attached Job Description & Person Specification.
Changes to terms may apply after this description is published.
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