Junior Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward F15 - Complex Elderly Medicine

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to join their Complex Medicine team. This role involves coordinating patient admissions, managing staff, and ensuring high standards of care in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership and clinical skills, and will benefit from opportunities for professional development. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to patients. Apply now to make a real difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Collaborative team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Ward Sister or Charge Nurse.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.
• Experience in dealing with clinical issues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions and discharges.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Support the nursing team in delivering care.
• Manage staff concerns.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Team management

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

A Vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, ambitious individual to join our team as a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse on Ward F15, Complex Medicine. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 Maureen Gallagher- Ward Manager on 0161 291 2307

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.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll 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 you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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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.

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.

This advert closes on Tuesday 30 Dec 2025