Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Department

Somerset NHS Charity; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS trust as a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse in the Paediatric Emergency Department, contributing to high-quality care in a dynamic environment. With a focus on professional development, this role offers excellent guidance and training opportunities. Work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to patient care.

Benefits

27 days of annual leave plus public holidays

Membership in NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Comprehensive ED-specific induction programme

Ongoing guidance from Practice Development Team

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NMC registration required.
• Experience leading shifts in Emergency or Acute Paediatric Department.
• Extensive acute Paediatric experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Lead and manage shift responsibilities effectively.
• Support the training and development of junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Team-working

Clinical knowledge

Leadership

Problem-solving

Teaching

Education

Registered Children Nurse (Child)

Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience

Job description

Main area Paediatric Emergency Departments Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Day and night shifts) Job ref 359-7178583-T2

Employer Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals Town Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 28/07/2025 23:59

Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Department

NHS AfC: Band 6

Job overview

Join one of the top-performing Emergency Departments in the country. We’re proud to rank consistently among the top 10 NHS trusts for Emergency Department (ED) target performance and are seeking compassionate, motivated nurses to join our dynamic ED team.

What we offer:

· A comprehensive ED-specific induction programme to support your transition.

· Ongoing guidance from our Practice Development Team to help you achieve your learning goals.

· Our in-house Emergency Care Course, accredited by Canterbury Christ Church University.

· Career pathways focused on personalised CPD to shape your emergency care career.

· Study opportunities via links with Evelina London Children’s Hospital.

· Flexible working options supporting work-life balance.

· Supportive leadership, including a dedicated matron and ward manager.

Development opportunities include Advanced Life Support (ALS), Paediatric Immediate Life Support (PILS), European Paediatric Advanced Life Support (EPALS), and Intensive Care Experience.

This role is based at Maidstone, with some cross-site working. You’ll work nights and weekends, supporting 24/7 care in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for nurses who:

• Are kind, compassionate, and patient-focused.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and team-working skills.
• Are passionate about delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.
• Are keen to develop their clinical knowledge and emergency nursing skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for nurses currently working in acute care settings who are ready to take the next step in their career. You will be joining a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent care and continuous learning

Due to high interest, early application is encouraged as we may close this vacancy before the listed closing date.

Apply today and take your emergency nursing career to the next level.

Working for our organisation

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?
We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme , with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We’ve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your applicationfor errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trust’s 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email [e-mail] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered Children Nurse (Child) with Nursing & Midwifery Council
• Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
• Experience of leading shifts in the Emergency or Acute Paediatric Department

Experience/ Knowledge

• Extensive experience within acute Paediatric speciality
• Knowledge of quality, standard setting, benchmarking and audit
• Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
• Extensive knowledge of speciality
• Knowledge of budget management

Skills

• Organisation and management skills
• Teaching
• Ability to lead a team
• Articulate with advanced written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to problem-solve
• Ability to perform clinical activities specific to speciality
• Competency in medication administration including IV drugs
• IT skills including use of email and office packages
• Ability to appraise staff or willingness to learn
• Ability to undertake blood tests / cannulation in children

In the event that we receive a high volume of applications, we may need to close the application process earlier than planned. To avoid missing out, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please contact the Recruiting Manager for an informal discussion should you have any queries relating to the role for which you are applying.

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints, and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

Good luck! We look forward to welcoming you to our exceptional team!

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.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.