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Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year

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Role description

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Junior Sister/Charge NurseContract Type: PermanentPlease be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

Main duties of the job

Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your leadership skills by joining a nursing team dedicated to improving ward performance and delivering exceptional patient care? If so, we would love to have you on our team.Two permanent, full-time Band 6 Ward Sister / Charge Nurse positions are available at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, with one role on the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit and the other on the E Neuro ward.E Neuro is a 26-bed female acute neurosurgery and neurological ward. We also have admission /step-down beds for patients who are transferred from Neuro Intensive Care Unit. These beds accommodate all acute neurosurgical conditions, including subarachnoid haemorrhage and head injuries.Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) is a 13-bed specialist, fast-paced clinical environment providing immediate assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients presenting with suspected acute stroke. The unit delivers high-quality, evidence-based, patient centred care, supporting patients through the critical early stages of their stroke journey.Working within a dedicated multidisciplinary team, staff play a vital role in the rapid assessment, monitoring, treatment and management of patients, ensuring timely interventions and the best possible outcomes. The unit offers an opportunity to develop specialist clinical skills, work collaboratively across disciplines and make a meaningful difference to patients and their families during a particularly vulnerable time.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Date posted

06 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience £39,959 to £48,117 per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-SNM091126

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for assisting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the management of the ward/unit over 24 hours, ensuring high standards of care are maintained, and available resources are utilised effectively.
Assisting in the day-to-day management and organisation of the unit as required, demonstrating clinical expertise, and acting as a role model within the Neurosciences setting.

What we are looking for

We are looking for strong leaders who are highly motivated with excellent communication skills. The Sister/Charge Nurse role requires a close working relationship with the multi-professional team to ensure that evidence-based quality care is delivered with compassion to every patient.
You will be required to have high clinical standards with a passion for making a difference for patients and staff alike. It is essential that you are good at promoting cooperation, building teams, and developing people for the future, as well as focusing on your professional growth.
You will need to be fully flexible and be able to assist with covering of a set bleep roster - this includes day and night shifts.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
Successful completion of a post-registration course within relevant specialty, with demonstratable post-qualification experience following course completion

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
Ward management experience
Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
Experience in an acute hospital setting
Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable

Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
Appraisal skills
Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
Some insight into budget management

Trust Values

Essential

Patients First
Always Improving
Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.