Junior Sister/Charge Nurse Paediatric ED

NHS; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse in Paediatric ED to manage nursing teams and ensure high-quality patient care. This role requires strong leadership skills, clinical oversight, and ability to coordinate within a busy emergency department, supporting both patients and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have RSCN qualifications and experience at Band 6 level.
• Leadership qualities and team management experience are essential.
• At least 12 months' experience at Band 6 or above required.

Responsibilities

• Take direct managerial responsibility for the clinical area.
• Assist in the leadership and development of a group of nurses.
• Act as a positive role model to junior staff.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

IV Cannulation and Venepuncture

ECG recording

IRMER Trained

Level 3 Safeguarding

Suturing skills

Experience in shift coordination and escalation

Managing clinical incidents

Education

RN Child / RNSC

Assessor or clinical supervision experience

APLS

Job description

Junior Sister/Charge Nurse Paediatric ED

An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse within the Paediatric Emergency Department to develop their skills and knowledge and work within an excellent team of healthcare professionals dedicated to emergency care provision.

Main duties of the job

Candidates will have RSCN qualifications with experience at Band 6 level. They must demonstrate good leadership qualities and support a team of nurses whilst co-ordinating the flow within the department.

You will be required to:

• Take direct managerial responsibility for the clinical area.
• Assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the department, ensuring regular 1:1s and professional development, including timely annual appraisals. You will also assist in managing ED ward audits and addressing any concerns.
• Act as a clinical resource within the department.
• Serve as a positive role model to junior staff, emphasizing high-quality, courteous, patient-focused service, and maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Understand and support the delivery of the Emergency Care Standards (ECS).
• Be aware of relevant local and national health agenda items.
• Act on behalf of the Band 7 in their absence and attend necessary meetings.

About us

We are proud of our centre of excellence status in Family services and our 'Good' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This reflects our commitment to positive patient experiences and high-quality care provided by our staff.

The Acute Adult Care Division includes Emergency Care, Complex Care, and Specialist Medicine. It features the busiest single-site Emergency Department in Greater Manchester, inpatient wards for acute and rehabilitation services, and a range of outpatient and community services committed to clinical excellence and patient care.

Job responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities, please see the attached job description. For further questions, contact us via the information below.

Person Specification

Qualification

• RN Child / RNSC
• Assessor or clinical supervision experience
• APLS
• Leadership qualities

Experience

• At least 12 months' experience at Band 6 or above
• Team management
• Teaching experience
• Manchester Triage Trained

Skills

• Good interpersonal skills
• IV Cannulation and Venepuncture
• ECG recording
• IRMER Trained
• Level 3 Safeguarding
• Suturing skills
• Experience in shift coordination and escalation
• Managing clinical incidents

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to assess any criminal convictions.