Sister/Charge Nurse - Children's

NHS; View Royal; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A national healthcare provider is seeking a Band 6 Sister for a 6-month secondment in their Oncology Day Unit. The role involves leading a nursing team, coordinating complex treatment plans, and ensuring safe, effective care for paediatric patients. Applicants must be a registered nurse with relevant qualifications and experience in oncology. This part-time position operates on a 4-week rotation. Opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements are provided.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (appropriate branch) and current NMC registration required.
• Specialist qualification relevant to paediatric oncology or previous experience.
• Understanding of professional accountability in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a dedicated nursing team.
• Coordinate complex paediatric oncology treatment plans.
• Drive quality improvement and uphold clinical practice standards.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Clinical practice

Nursing

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Diploma in a health-related subject

Degree in a health-related subject (desirable)

Job description

Job Summary

Ward 14 at the Great North Children’s Hospital is offering an exciting 6‑month Band 6 Sister secondment to join our Oncology Day Unit.

Interview Date & Working Pattern

Interview: Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Shifts: 11 × 9.5 hour shifts per 4‑week block.

Contract: 6‑month secondment. Part‑time on a 4‑week rotation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a dedicated nursing team.
• Coordinate complex paediatric oncology treatment plans and ensure safe, effective care.
• Act as the key point of contact for patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Drive quality improvement and uphold the highest standards of clinical practice.
• Support the Senior Sister / Charge Nurse and act as a deputy when absent.
• Provide effective leadership to both staff and patients, and act as a role model, teacher and supervisor for junior staff.

Qualifications & Education

• Registered Nurse (appropriate branch) and current NMC registration.
• Diploma in a health‑related subject, prepared to take degree‑level study.
• Specialist qualification relevant to paediatric oncology or previous experience.
• Meets Nursing and Midwifery Council standards for student supervision and assessment (formal mentorship).
• Evidence of achievements, career development and ongoing professional development in the current post.
• Understanding of professional accountability in a leadership role and relevant NHS policy context.
• Adult / child safeguarding experience.

Desirable

• Degree in a health‑related subject.
• Relevant specialist qualification.
• Audit or research experience.
• Relevant clinical skills relating to the specialty (e.g., cannulation, IV drug administration, scrub skills).
• Good IT skills.

About the Trust

We are a nationally recognised provider of paediatric oncology care, delivering flexible working arrangements and continuous professional development opportunities. We offer cutting‑edge services across multiple sites, including Royal Victoria Infirmary, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Dental Hospital, Cramlington Manor Walks and urgent treatment centres.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants who are eligible for skilled worker sponsorship will be considered. The trust is an equal opportunities employer.

How to Apply

We prefer no agencies. Applications can be submitted via the Trac system. If you have questions about flexible working arrangements, speak to us. All necessary information is available on the trust website.