Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

NHS; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Edinburgh is seeking a Band 6 Sister Charge Nurse to lead teams in an acute inpatient gynaecology setting. The role involves managing clinical care, overseeing nursing staff, and ensuring high standards in patient safety. Candidates should have NMC registration, significant acute care experience, and essential gynaecology nursing skills. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and various benefits including private medical insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Travel season ticket loan

Family friendly benefits

Retail discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant post registration experience within acute inpatient care.
• Proven experience working on a surgical ward.
• Essential experience in gynaecology nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong clinical and professional leadership across the ward.
• Manage a clinical caseload and oversee individualised patient care.
• Support, supervise and develop nursing staff and HCAs.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Decision-making skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Gynaecology nursing

Experience supervising staff

Education

Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse

Job description

Job Summary

This is a senior clinical role for an experienced gynaecology nurse who is confident leading teams within an acute inpatient setting. The Band 6 Sister Charge Nurse will support the operational management of the ward while maintaining high standards of clinical care, patient safety and staff development. Gynaecology experience is essential to ensure safe leadership, effective decision making and continuity of care across the patient pathway.

About Us

The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest independent charitable hospitals, providing consultant led care across a wide range of medical and surgical specialties. Located in central London, the hospital is recognised for its strong nursing culture, high clinical standards and commitment to patient safety, governance and compassionate care. The Gynaecology ward provides inpatient care across a range of complex surgical specialties including gynaecology, plastics and reconstructive surgery, ENT, vascular and thoracic surgery. The ward manages patients with varying levels of acuity and complexity, requiring strong clinical leadership, effective coordination and consistently high standards of personalised care. Working within a fast paced multidisciplinary environment, the team places a strong emphasis on quality improvement, professional standards and patient experience, with gynaecology forming a core and essential part of the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong clinical and professional leadership across the ward
• Manage a clinical caseload and oversee individualised patient care
• Support, supervise and develop nursing staff and HCAs
• Contribute to recruitment, induction, appraisals and mandatory training compliance
• Coordinate admissions, discharges and bed management in liaison with the MDT
• Ensure safe medicines management and high-quality documentation
• Lead on patient safety checks, audits and quality improvement activity
• Manage incidents, complaints and conflict in a timely and professional manner
• Use electronic rostering to ensure safe and effective staffing
• Represent the ward at meetings and governance forums when required

Ideal Candidate & Key Requirements

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
• Significant post registration experience within acute inpatient care
• Proven experience working on a surgical ward
• Previous experience in a Band 6 or acting Band 6 role
• Essential experience in gynaecology nursing
• Experience supervising staff and leading shifts
• Strong clinical judgement and decision-making skills
• Confidence working across multiple surgical specialties
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A proactive approach to patient safety and service improvement

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Travel season ticket loan
• Family friendly benefits
• A range of retail discounts
• Excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.

EEO Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre‑employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply – we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

Contact & Application Details

Reference Number: REQ100350

Job Locations: 20 Devonshire Place, West End, W1G 6JA

Salary: Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Apply now. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and suitable candidates will be contacted directly. Early application is strongly encouraged.