Junior Sister/Charge Nurse | Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Senior Nurse for their busy Emergency Department. The role involves leading a dedicated team to provide high-quality emergency care and supporting the professional development of staff. Ideal candidates will have a nursing qualification and a robust background in emergency care. This role offers an opportunity to impact patient care positively while working within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in emergency nursing required.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated passion for patient care and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead a focused team to deliver high quality emergency care.
• Provide effective support and guidance to nursing staff.
• Engage with patients and their families to ensure a caring approach.

Skills

Experience in emergency nursing

Leadership skills

Compassionate attitude

Effective communication

Education

Nursing degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Our friendly, dynamic and talented team requires a senior nurse with experience in emergency nursing to join them in an exciting opportunity to become part of our nursing team as a Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse.

This is a rewarding but demanding role that requires a dedicated nurse to lead the team who deliver emergency care to patients and their families in a diverse population of the Wirral.

Role and responsibilities

Do you want to lead a focused team to deliver high quality care?

We are looking for a nurse who is looking to lead in an exciting dynamic busy Emergency Department.

We want a enthusiastic highly motivated nurse that can demonstrate a kind, caring and compassionate attitude with a desire to provide effective and efficient emergency care.

Development and support

We also have a dedicated professional development nurse to guide, educate and support programme and work towards national frameworks for emergency nursing.

About Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Additional information

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Sister/Charge Nurse position available with WUTH.

If successful in this role, there is a requirement for you to have an enhanced DBS. This will be paid for by the Trust and then deducted from your salary over a period of 3 months.

Advert closes on Monday 29 Sep 2025