Junior Sister/Charge Nurse - Interventional Radiology

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

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) invites applications for a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse in Interventional Radiology. The role spans IR, CT and Ultrasound with a rotation between Wythenshawe Hospital and Manchester Royal Infirmary.

Two full-time posts and one part-time post are available, with 4-day rotating shifts and on-call obligations. You will deliver high standards of nursing care, support procedures, and contribute to education and quality improvements while working within a

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with adult scope (NMCUK).
• Degree or diploma in Nursing.
• Mentorship qualification or SLiP training preferred.
• Evidence of CPD and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage Interventional Radiology patients across IR, CT & Ultrasound.
• Deliver clinical nursing care within radiology; provide scrub, monitoring and recovery support.
• Assist with interventional procedures as scrub nurse and monitor/ recovery nurse.
• Participate in out-of-hours on-call rota after training.
• Conduct pre-procedure assessments and determine patient readiness.
• Lead quality improvement projects to support IR services and education for staff and students
• Be flexible to rotate across IR rooms, recovery, Ultrasound, CT and MR wherever needed.

Skills

Clinical skills

Leadership/mentorship

Teaching & assessing

Teamwork & delegation

Cross-site work

On-call readiness

IR/Theatre scrub experience

Monitoring & recovery nursing

Education

RN - Adult

Nursing degree or diploma

Mentorship qualification / SLiP

CPD / Continuous Professional Development

Tools

Hive EHR

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Junior Sister/Charge Nurse - Interventional Radiology

NHS AfC: Band 6

Main area Nursing and Midwifery Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent: To support cross site working as required (Rotational Post) Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Additional out of hours on-call) Job ref 349-CSS-8367686-RL4

Site Manchester Royal Infirmary Town Manchester Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 30/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Registered Nurse to join our dedicated nursing team within the Interventional Radiology Units at MFT as a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse.

The post holder will work at Wythenshawe Hospital and Manchester Royal Infirmary on a rotational basis. Staff may also be required to work with the small IR team based at North Manchester General Hospital when required for operational reasons or to facilitate training.

We have 2 full-time posts at 37.5 hours per week and one part-time post at 30 hours per week.

The shift pattern is 4 days Monday-Friday at both sites, with shifts at Wythenshawe Hospital being 08:00-18:00 and at Manchester Royal Infirmary 08:00-18:00 and one longer day 08:00-20:00.

Participation in the oncall service will be required which is non-resident on-call overnight on weekdays, and all day at weekends and Bank Holidays. This is on a rota basis.

Main duties of the job

Support with the responsibility of coordination and safe effective management of the Interventional Radiology patients across all areas of IR, CT & Ultrasound as delegated by the Ward Manager/Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.

Be responsible for the delivery of clinical expertise in all aspects of nursing care of patients within radiology department

Be able to assist with interventional procedures as a scrub nurse, and also undertake role as monitoring nurse and recovery nurse .

Participate in the out of hours on call service once trained and competent

Carry out nurse led discharge for client group in accordance with the agreed discharge criteria.

Complete pre-procedure assessments, ensuring appropriate preparedness for patients attending for elective IR procedures.

Take lead and support with quality improvement projects in supporting IR services

Ensure and contribute to clinical environment being conducive to supporting the education and learning of all staff and students

As a multi skilled practitioner after appropriate training work on a rotational basis within other areas of the department such as Interventional rooms, recovery area Ultrasound, CT, MR scan to support nursing care of patients as necessary.

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

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

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.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

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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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

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

• First level registration - (RN - Adult). Current full registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council United Kingdom
• Degree or diploma in Nursing
• • Mentorship qualification / Completion of Supporting Learners in Practice (SLiP) course
• Evidence of relevant CPD / further study

Experience

• Evidence of undertaking CPD
• Completion of ILS course
• Experience of sedation practice
• Experience of undertaking clinical audit / Quality Improvement projects
• Experience of undertaking a mentor/preceptor role
• IR / Theatre scrub experience
• Previous experience within a procedural area
• Completin of sedation course (e.Sedate UK / National Safe Sedation etc)

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to wear lead apron for procedures
• Cannulation and venepuncture skills or willingness to undertake
• Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately.
• ABle to work as part of a team
• Ability to supervise & support junior staff
• Evidence of teaching & assessing skills
• Good analytical and clinical decision making skills
• Proven clinical skills
• Knowledge of relevant policies / legislation relevant to clinical area, current health policy & clinical governance
• Experience of using Hive or other electronic health record systems
• Ability to work in a cross-site role
• Ability to work on the out of hours on-call rota
• Knowledge of MRI / Interventional / Radiology procedures

Personal Attributes

• Motivationed for personal & professional development of self and other junior colleagues
• Capacity to work with colleagues at all levels & treats patients, colleagues and the public with dignity and respect.
• Willingness to be flexible & adaptable
• Exemplary personal standards of conduct & behaviour

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.

Name Jyothi Mendonca Job title Senior Sister - MRI Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0161 276 4553 Additional information

Heather Proverbs, Senior Sister- Wythenshawe 01612912191