Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

NHS; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Aylesbury is seeking an experienced Registered Children's Nurse to join its paediatric nursing team. This position focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to children and young people. The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional development, leadership skills enhancement, and flexible working arrangements. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply for this permanent role.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute paediatric nursing.
• Understanding of the Clinical Governance Process.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide optimum care for patients in a dynamic team.
• Act as a mentor and coach for less experienced staff.
• Manage conflict in a non-confrontational manner.

Skills

High-level clinical practitioner

Clear communication

Motivational skills

Time management

Education

Registered Nurse Child

Mentorship Qualification

Diploma or Degree

Job description

Overview

Job summary
The successful candidate will join our paediatric nursing team at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust to care for children and young people across wards and departments. We value the skills and experience you would bring to our services to further enhance patient and family care.

We offer a bespoke local induction and preceptorship package to meet your needs, created and overseen by the area’s practice educator.

Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to a well‑managed, flexible working environment that supports staff and promotes welfare and development. We actively promote equality and diversity and operate a Zero Tolerance policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment.

If you are seeking your first leadership role or have more experience, we can offer support and development to meet your educational and professional needs and support your revalidation. This post offers the opportunity to develop clinical and leadership skills in a fast paced, dynamic environment within a friendly and supportive team.

Main duties

We are a small, friendly, dynamic team dedicated to working together to provide optimum care for our patients. You are an experienced Registered Children's Nurse with a professional approach to delivering high quality, patient focused care and the ability to lead others to do so. Short listed candidates are welcome to arrange an informal visit prior to interview.

Details

Date posted: 26 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number: 434-SCS7484188

Job locations: Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Mandeville Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8AL

What you’ll do

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment; all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [e-mail] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Experience — Essential

• Worked a variety of acute/community settings
• Experience in acute paediatric nursing
• Experience of acting as mentor - coach - preceptor
• Experience in undertaking staff appraisal / development
• Understanding of the Clinical Governance Process
• Experience of teaching students, HCA's and qualified staff

Education, Qualifications & Training — Essential

• Registered Nurse Child
• Mentorship Qualification
• Diploma or Degree
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Safeguarding Level 3 training

Skills, Ability & Knowledge — Essential

• High‑level clinical practitioner with experience within acute settings
• Clear communication with patients, relatives and MDT in English
• Ability to work required shift patterns across the division
• Knowledge of current issues for children and young people with health needs
• High motivation and ability to motivate others
• Knowledge of evidence‑informed and research‑based practice
• Computer literate; good time management skills
• Ability to work within a team and independently; managerial and leadership ability
• Ability to resolve conflict in a non‑confrontational manner
• Insight into the needs of the Trust and regional/government initiatives
• Good verbal and written communication to liaise with patients, relatives and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain a positive attitude to change and work within the management team

Special Circumstances — Essential

• Availability of transport to travel between sites

Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure 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.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Mandeville Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8AL

Employer's website: https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/