Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS teaching trust in Oxford is seeking a Ward F Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse to manage daily operations and lead a nursing team. Applicants should have a mentorship qualification and a minimum of 3 years of acute care experience. This role offers a valuable opportunity for professional growth and support towards becoming a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Band 6 Development Course

Encouragement to apply for PG Cert in Orthopaedic Practice

Qualifications

• Evidence of achievement of a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) approved Mentorship qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years acute care registered nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ward on a day-to-day basis during clinical shifts.
• Lead and support a small team of nurses and nursing assistants.
• Conduct annual appraisals and guide staff in their professional development.

Skills

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) approved Mentorship qualification

Acute care registered nurse experience

Education

Level 7 nursing qualification

Job description

Ward F Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse Role

Ward F is a vibrant 24-bedded inpatient ward caring for surgical orthopaedic patients. The ward handles a range of needs including primary joint replacements, complex fractures requiring surgical fixation, and is based at one of five nationally approved centres for rare primary bone tumours and soft tissue sarcomas.

The deputy sister/charge nurse will manage the ward on a day-to-day basis during clinical shifts and act as the line manager to a team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build on your existing skills at band 5 and take the next step in your nursing career. The successful applicant will be a senior member of the nursing team, acting as a role model and clinical leader.

You will assist in the operational management of the ward, ensuring effective patient flow, and lead a small team of nurses and nursing assistants with the support of the ward sister. Responsibilities include conducting annual appraisals and guiding staff in their professional development. We provide support, guidance, and professional development opportunities, including our Band 6 Development Course and encouragement to apply for our PG Cert in Orthopaedic Practice.

We are committed to nurturing our staff and see you as a future Ward Sister/Charge Nurse, supporting you to reach your full potential.

Minimum Requirements

• Evidence of achievement of a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) approved Mentorship qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years acute care registered nurse experience.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience managing clinical incidents and complaints.
• Evidence of or completion of Level 7 nursing qualification relevant to the post.

Applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration.

About Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts, providing a wide range of clinical services and serving as a base for medical education, training, and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, and the Horton General Hospital. Our values focus on delivering compassionate excellence, emphasizing compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence—placing patients at the heart of our care.