Junior Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward F14 - Complex Elderly Medicine

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is looking for a Junior Ward Sister/Charge Nurse for Ward F14. This role involves lead nursing duties, ensuring high-quality patient care, and managing staff. The ideal candidate will have relevant band 5 experience and a nursing diploma. There will also be opportunities for professional development and external training. Competitive salary of £38,682 to £46,580 per year, pro-rata. Join a collaborative team dedicated to advancing healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience at band 5.
• Experience leading a team and working autonomously.
• Evidence of motivation in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of admissions and discharges.
• Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Manage staff and address any concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

Diploma

Degree or working towards

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward F14 - Complex Elderly Medicine

The closing date is 28 December 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, ambitious individual to join our team as a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse on Ward F14, Complex Medicine. This is a 12 months contract to cover maternity leave, and invites individuals keen to progress after experiences as a band 5 RN. The ward cares for acutely unwell patients in a fast paced environment and as such this role would suit someone who wants to develop their clinical and managerial skills.

You will be encouraged to develop your own style of leadership and help the ward develop a first class care environment. Alongside your role you will have the opportunity to attend external training courses in clinical skills and leadership with the potential for funding to be provided.

Main duties of the job

As a ward sister or charge nurse, you will be the responsible nurse in charge for the unit. You will also be responsible for assisting the ward manager with day to day activities such as:

• Co-ordinating the flow of admissions and discharges
• Liaising with members of the MDT
• Ensuring the unit is appropriately staffed, raising any staffing issues or concerns
• Managing staff including concerns
• Dealing with concerns according to local and Trust policy
• Supporting the nursing team in delivery of care
• Responding to incidents in line with local and trust policy

For any questions or to arrange a ward walk around please contact

Emma Scott - Ward Manager on 0161 291 4546

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be 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. We look forward to receiving your application. 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Diploma
• Evidence of post qualification specialist study
• Degree or working towards

Experience

• Relevant experience at band 5
• Leading a team and working autonomously
• Evidence of motivation
• Experience of working within other areas of nursing
• Working with multidisciplinary students

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£38,682 to £46,580 a yearPer Annum, (Pro Rata)