Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge Nurse | Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse for the Gynaecology Outpatients team at King George and Queen’s Hospital. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, manage HR processes, and ensure high standards of patient-centered care while promoting staff development. This position offers development opportunities and requires commitment to continuous improvement and compassion.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Flexible working opportunities

London Living Wage employer status

Qualifications

• Experienced manager with strong leadership skills.
• Knowledge of local policies and clinical guidelines.
• Ability to support staff development and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of the Gynaecology Outpatients team.
• Promote a culture of respect and continuous improvement.
• Take leadership in service development and quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership skills

HR processes management

Patient-centered care

Mentorship abilities

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Sister/Charge Nurse to join the Gynaecology Outpatients team located at King George Hospital (KGH) and Queen’s Hospital. The successful candidate will be an experienced manager who can provide strong and confident leadership, with visible, empathetic and kind leadership skills, and a working knowledge of HR processes and roster management across both sites. The role offers opportunities for personal and professional development and the support of a leadership team to ensure success in the role.

The post provides visible, compassionate, and effective leadership within our Gynaecology Outpatient Department—a busy and dynamic unit operating across both KGH (Goodmayes) and Queen’s Hospital (Romford). The role ensures delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care across a range of specialist clinics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team in the Gynaecology Outpatient Department, day-to-day management, and professional development in collaboration with the Lead Consultants, Specialist Nurses, Pre-Assessment team, and the wider MDT.
• Demonstrate kind, fair, and inclusive leadership, promoting a culture of respect, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Provide professional autonomy with a sound understanding of local policies, clinical guidelines, and governance frameworks.
• Take an active leadership role in service development initiatives, quality improvement projects, and ongoing staff development through mentorship, regular appraisals, and performance reviews.
• Support staff wellbeing and development to ensure safe, compassionate, and high-standard patient care.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Experienced manager with strong leadership skills and the ability to manage HR processes and rosters across both sites.
• High standards of care and a commitment to patient-centered service delivery.
• Knowledge of local policies, clinical guidelines, and governance frameworks relevant to Gynaecology Outpatients.
• Ability to mentor and develop staff, contribute to appraisals and performance reviews, and promote continuous improvement.

About the Organisation and Benefits

We operate from two main sites – King George Hospital, Goodmayes, and Queen’s Hospital, Romford. We provide services across two busy emergency departments and a range of outpatient and community services. We are working on improvements such as new theatres at the Elective Surgical Hub and transformation projects including an electronic patient record to benefit staff and patients.

We support flexible working and employ staff from diverse backgrounds. We offer opportunities for development and a supportive leadership team, with a London Living Wage employer status. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and to offering a positive working environment.

Application Process

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. The person specification is not the full specification; please review the full specification on the job description before applying. All new staff are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online. If you require any adjustments for applicants with a disability or have questions regarding the application process, please contact KeKe Igere, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5208. Further details may be obtained by contacting the manager using the contact details provided.

This advert closes on Sunday 21 Sep 2025.