Deputy Charge Nurse

Nhs Ayrshire & Arran; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire and Arran invites applications for a Deputy Charge Nurse in the Theatres department at University Hospital Crosshouse. This permanent, full-time post is 36 hours per week and falls within Band 6 (salary £43,231–£52,679).

The role requires current theatre nursing experience, strong leadership and communication, and a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration as a nurse.
• Experience in operating theatre environments.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred care in the Theatre department.
• Lead and support the theatre team.
• Collaborate across specialties and maintain safety standards.
• Participate in CPD and service improvement.

Skills

Theatre experience

Leadership

Communication skills

CPD focus

Education

NMC registered nurse

Job description

Job reference: 262531

Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)

Job closing date: 29/10/2026

Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery

Location: University Hospital Crosshouse

Employment type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 36

Department: Theatres

Who we are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Charge Nurse based at University Hospital Crosshouse. This post is offered on a permanent basis. We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received.

Hours

36 hours per week.

What you will do

An opportunity has arisen in Theatres for Band 6 registered nurses. You will have current theatre experience. You will be committed to providing quality evidenced based patient centred care to patients pre and postoperatively from a variety of specialties. You will demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills, be motivated, enthusiastic and have the ability to work effectively within the strong team dynamics of the Theatre complex.

You will be committed to lifelong learning and be able to demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development.

Contact

To find out more about the role, contact Aileen Main, Theatre Co-ordinator, or Joanne Phillips, Senior Charge Nurse, on [phone].

Right to Work

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form. We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.

Additional Information for Candidates

• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
• Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and your NHS Jobs Scotland account for updates.
• Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.