Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279); Chichester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chichester is seeking a Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse to provide excellent patient care and leadership in a surgical ward. The ideal candidate will have a robust nursing registration and extensive experience in a surgical environment, along with skills in team coordination and communication. The role includes managing operational tasks and deputizing for the ward manager as needed. Competitive support for staff development and diversity is emphasized.

Benefits

Wellbeing Programme

Flexible working options

Staff Networks for support

Qualifications

• Ability to manage and plan care for patients with acute needs.
• Knowledge of cannulation, venepuncture, blood administration, and NGT insertion.
• Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ward manager with daily operational management.
• Provide nursing leadership within the mixed speciality environment.
• Deputise for the ward manager in their absence.

Skills

Leadership

Surgical ward experience

Communication

Team coordination

Empathy

Education

Nursing Registration

Leadership Course

Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor

Tools

Trust's IT Clinical System

Job description

Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse

The closing date is 04 November 2025

We are looking for a deputy sister/charge nurse who are dynamic, passionate, and have a strong drive to provide excellent patient care.

We are seeking an enthusiastic nurse with extensive surgical experience that will provide leadership and contribute to positive culture of the team.

As a senior nurse, we expect a high level of resilience in an ever changing and challenging situation. We value innovation and critical thinking which is in keeping with our Patient First approach.

Main duties of the job

You will assist the ward manager with the daily operational management.

The post holder will provide nursing leadership with extensive clinical skills within this area and assisting with the development and maintenance of training plans for staff that facilitate achievement of a high quality effective nursing service. The responsibilities are in mixed speciality environment where the key relationships are wide ranging and include both clinical and administrative disciplines.

The post holder will be expected to work in a consistent and cohesive manner, working to the same patient focused agenda.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We\'re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We\'re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.

• Able to effectively co-ordinate a shift on the ward whilst maintaining relationships with the MDT
• Able to manage the ward on a shift basis.
• Ability to deputise for the ward manager in their absence and attend relevant meetings when askes/necessary
• Demonstrate skills to manage and plan care for a group of patient with acute needs
• Knowledge and experience in pre-operative clinic environment
• Work with PALS and ensures that concerns are addressed in a timely manner

Person Specification

Application form and Interview

• Nursing Registration
• Surgical ward experience
• Knowledge on Trust\'s IT Clinical System
• Cannulation, Venepuncture, Blood Administration, NGT Insertion
• Leadership Course
• Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor
• ILS
• Knowledge and Experience in Pre-assessment

Equality and Diversity

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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.