Neonatal Unit Lead Nurse (Band 6) – Autonomy & Growth

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a newly qualified or experienced Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join our neonatal team. You will take charge of shifts, work autonomously, and shape care delivery while maintaining a calm, professional presence in a busy Level 1 SCBU.

You will be supported to grow clinically and as a leader, with weekly simulation training and clear pathways for progression from Band 6 into advanced neonatal leadership roles across days, nights, and long

Qualifications

• Nurse with current neonatal nursing registration and leadership skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with senior clinical responsibility.
• Experience with stabilisation and emergency care in neonatal settings.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of shifts with autonomous leadership.
• Provide high-quality, family-centred care in a Level 1 SCBU.
• Develop as a neonatal leader and educator with simulation training.
• Collaborate with public health and maternity teams.

Skills

Autonomous working

Clinical leadership

Neonatal care

ITU-level skills

Simulation training

Leadership development

Job description

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a newly qualified or experienced Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join our neonatal team. You will take charge of shifts, work autonomously, and shape care delivery while maintaining a calm, professional presence in a busy Level 1 SCBU.

You will be supported to grow clinically and as a leader, with weekly simulation training and clear pathways for progression from Band 6 into advanced neonatal leadership roles across days, nights, and long