Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

MFT; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a staff nurse for the Emergency Department at Manchester Royal Infirmary. The role covers Majors Assessment, Ambulatory Care, Rapid Assessment Unit and RESUS, with a 4-hour target and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure efficient patient care.

You will work within the NMC code, act as a mentor, and participate in competency programmes across the ED. Comprehensive induction supports your development and progression within the Trust.

Qualifications

• Evidence of CPD in relevant specialty.
• Evidence of Level 3 studies.
• Relevant teaching qualification.
• Qualified to mentor pre registration students.
• D32/33 or A1 modules.
• Appropriate management or leadership courses.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise, assess, plan, evaluate and deliver care to high standard.
• Mentor/precept junior staff and supervise pre-registration students.
• Engage in structured competency-based programmes across ED areas.

Skills

CPD evidence

Teaching ability

Clinical governance

Decision making

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Level 3 studies

Teaching qualification

UK professional registration

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Main area Emergency Department Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rotational) Job ref 349-MRI-8289136-RL4

Site Manchester Royal Infirmary Town Manchester Salary £39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum, (Pro Rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 05/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

At Manchester University Foundation Trust we are proud that we care for our people as much as our patients and that’s why we’d love you to join us within our Emergency Department here atthe MRIproviding outstanding nursing care.

As a staff nurse at MFT you’ll be expected to work within the NMC code of Professional Conduct working throughout the department in Majors Assessment, Ambulatory Care, our Rapid Assessment Unit (Ambulance Triage) and RESUS utilizing state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that all our patients are seen efficiently and effectively, meeting all their clinical needs within the 4 hour target. As a major trauma center we work closely with North West Ambulance Service. We show our commitment to our teams through excellent development and progression opportunities, starting with a comprehensive Induction programme, so we’re proud to nurture and support our nurses to provide the very best care. In return, you’ll deliver our values and nurse with pride, respect, empathy, consideration, compassion and dignity. So if you want a new start and the chance to nurse in one of the UK’s most pioneering Hospitals, there couldn’t be a better time to join us.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will prioritise, assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of care to an agreed and expected high standard. Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the clinical governance process. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for pre-registration students. Participate fully in a structured competency based programmes, as required while working in all areas of the Emergency Department.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading.

Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Evidence of CPD in relevant specialty
• Evidence of Level 3 studies
• Relevant teaching qualification
• Qualified to function as mentor for pre registration students
• D32/33 or A1 modules
• Appropriate management or leadership courses.

Experience

• Significant post registration experience, some of which must be within relevant clinical setting.
• Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice
• Evidence of multi disciplinary/multi agency working.
• Experience of clinical audit.
• Experience of research activities

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Evidence of teaching and assessing skills/ability.
• Clinically competent in name clinical area/specialty
• Proven workload management of self and of a others.
• Proven ability to problem solve
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable
• Effective organisational skills
• Good analytical and clinical decision making skills
• Awareness of Clinical Governance process

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.