Band 6 - Junior Sister/Charge Nurse, Starfish Ward, Paediatrics

NHS; Watford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse for a vibrant children's ward. This role offers the chance to provide exceptional holistic care while leading a dedicated nursing team. With exciting redevelopment plans underway, this is a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values professional development. The position includes flexible working options, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. If you are passionate about pediatric nursing and eager to make a difference, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience at Band 5 within a Paediatric setting.
• Evidence of professional development and good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of care to children and families.
• Support the senior sister in managing the clinical area.

Skills

Holistic family centred care

Leadership experience

Child protection knowledge

Communication skills

Education

RSCN/RN CHILD

Degree/Diploma in Children's Nursing

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Job summary

Due to promotions and developments within the existing team, we are looking to recruit a Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse on Starfish Ward.

We are very proud of our teams and the great quality care we give to our children and families. We are equally proud of our record of developing our nursing teams from newly qualified nurses all the way to senior nurses.

We value our nurses and demonstrate that with a robust development plan regardless of grade. We provide high quality care for children with a variety of medical and surgical needs.

Main duties of the job

Starfish Ward is a 20 bedded acute children's ward with a two bed high dependency unit.

Our philosophy is that a well supported workforce who is motivated will give excellent care for the families in our area.

About us

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.

The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.

We are a flexible working employer

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,205 to £47,084 a year pa inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

360-D-5364-A

Job locations

Watford General Hospital

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

Job description Job responsibilities

To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and their families.

To act as a role model and expert clinical practitioner.

To support the senior sister in managing the clinical area, including management of staff, acting as team leader, including addressing staff developmental needs through IPR.

To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of the Ward / Unit Manager.

The post holder could be required to work on any site where HPT provide acute services for children, according to the needs of the service.

Job description Job responsibilities

To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and their families.

To act as a role model and expert clinical practitioner.

To support the senior sister in managing the clinical area, including management of staff, acting as team leader, including addressing staff developmental needs through IPR.

To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of the Ward / Unit Manager.

The post holder could be required to work on any site where HPT provide acute services for children, according to the needs of the service.

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential

• RSCN/RN CHILD
• Evidence of a good command of written and spoken English
• Evidence of professional development

Desirable

• Degree/Diploma in Children's Nursing

Knowledge Essential

• Have undertaken PILS/APLS
• Managerial / leadership experience
• Knowledge of Child protection issues
• An understanding of the philosophy of paediatric care & Paediatric A&E
• Awareness of current research and developments within paediatric nursing
• Awareness of equality and diversity
• Basic knowledge of computer

Desirable

• Knowledge of handling complaints and clinical incidents

Experience Essential

• Experience at Band 5 within Paediatric setting

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential

• RSCN/RN CHILD
• Evidence of a good command of written and spoken English
• Evidence of professional development

Desirable

• Degree/Diploma in Children's Nursing

Knowledge Essential

• Have undertaken PILS/APLS
• Managerial / leadership experience
• Knowledge of Child protection issues
• An understanding of the philosophy of paediatric care & Paediatric A&E
• Awareness of current research and developments within paediatric nursing
• Awareness of equality and diversity
• Basic knowledge of computer

Desirable

• Knowledge of handling complaints and clinical incidents

Experience Essential

• Experience at Band 5 within Paediatric setting

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)