Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist

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 skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a busy and varied workload.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for contributing to an efficient & high-quality service in the field of Paediatric Respiratory Physiology & Sleep Medicine, & for providing the very best care for patients during their inpatient stay or outpatient visit.

• Undertaking a range of standard lung function investigations with inpatients & outpatients (spirometry, FeNO, nasal NO & bronchodilator response assessments), gaining accurate & clinically valuable measurements.
• Performing more complex lung function investigations (multiple breath washout, lung volumes & gas transfer) in line with service development.
• Facilitating the provision of sleep study investigations for inpatients & home sleep studies (overnight oximetry, overnight carbon dioxide monitoring and respiratory polygraphy), ensuring high quality data is captured.
• Performing analysis & reporting of sleep studies, following departmental & international standards.
• Maintaining equipment to ensure that it is functioning to agreed standards & specifications.
• Training and supporting junior staff, & participating in teaching & research activities within the department.

We would very much encourage informal discussions or visits to enable you to find out more about the role and department. Please contact Kate Kilpin ([email protected]), Lead Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist for further information. We look forward to hearing from you!

Provisional interview date: Tuesday 10th November 2026

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job responsibilities

Please see the detailed job description and person specification which can be found as an attached document.

Person specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• 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

• Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• 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

Essential

• 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

Desirable

• 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

Personal qualities

Essential

• 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