Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 27/08/2026
- Closes
- 10/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist to join a friendly multidisciplinary team at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. The role involves contributing to the delivery of respiratory physiology testing and a high-quality sleep study service. The successful applicant will have previous experience in lung function testing, preferably with sleep physiology experience, and a strong science background. The position is part-time, working 36 hours per week.
Essential criteria
- 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A - C including English, Mathematics and Science
- 3 A-levels grades A\*- C including a science subject
- BSc in a relevant degree
Desirable criteria
- Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent
- Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times
- Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work to documented quality standards
- Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting tasks and problem solve effectively
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating with patients and carers in sensitive situations
- Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Experience of performing a range of lung function investigations
- Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of performing sleep physiology investigations
- Experience of supervising or training junior, trainee or student staff
- Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, clinically valuable measurements
- Able to work autonomously within own limitations, seeking advice where appropriate
- Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team
- Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum
- A desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology
- Education and qualifications
- 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A - C including English, Mathematics and Science
- 3 A-levels grades A\*- C including a science subject
- BSc in a relevant degree
- Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent
- Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times
- Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work to documented quality standards
- Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting tasks and problem solve effectively
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating with patients and carers in sensitive situations
- Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Experience of performing a range of lung function investigations
- Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of performing sleep physiology investigations
- Experience of supervising or training junior, trainee or student staff
- Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, clinically valuable measurements
- Able to work autonomously within own limitations, seeking advice where appropriate
- Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team
- Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum
- A desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children in the Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team!
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic band 5 Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team, working 36 hours per week (0.96 WTE). The post holder will contribute to the delivery of respiratory physiology testing within the Children's Hospital, as well as a high-quality sleep study service. It is essential that the successful applicant has previous experience of lung function testing, preferably with sleep physiology experience also. It is essential to have a good science background with a BSc in Healthcare Science or equivalent. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and a strong desire to continue a career in respiratory physiology are essential.
We are looking for individuals with enthusiasm, who enjoy working with children, and who are committed to providing a high-quality service in this healthcare science specialism. Previous experience in respiratory physiology investigations are essential, and recent NHS clinical experience is essential, as is a desire to continue with personal professional development. You must be highly motivated, with an ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will also need effective communication and interpersonal skil
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