Neonatal Unit Lead Nurse (SCBU) – Autonomous Leadership

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Neonatal Unit Sister/Charge Nurse to lead a busy Special Care Baby Unit. You will take charge of shifts, deliver family-centred care, and mentor junior staff in a Level 1 neonatal setting.

You'll drive clinical governance, support a skilled MDT, and develop leadership capabilities through structured advancement from Band 6 into advanced neonatal and leadership roles, with flexible and family-focused working patterns.

Qualifications

• NMC Registered (Level 1)
• Evidence of PREP requirements
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
• Knowledge of clinical governance
• Awareness of health and safety and clinical risk requirements
• Postgraduate diploma or equivalent
• Leadership experience or training
• Knowledge of NHS plan and initiatives
• Knowledge of ICO initiatives within Torbay Trust

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the unit, coordinating care delivery and staffing safely
• Lead by example with compassionate, evidence-based neonatal care
• Communicate effectively with MDT, families and external partners
• Support and develop colleagues, role modelling leadership
• Administer medications safely per Trust policies and NMC guidelines
• Respond to change and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Promote learning, reflection and continuous improvement
• Support Ward Manager and Band 6 colleagues with leadership responsibilities

Skills

Autonomous leadership

Communication

Team working

Clinical decision making

Flexible working

Education

NMC Registered (Level 1)

Postgraduate diploma or equivalent

Job description

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Neonatal Unit Sister/Charge Nurse to lead a busy Special Care Baby Unit. You will take charge of shifts, deliver family-centred care, and mentor junior staff in a Level 1 neonatal setting.

You'll drive clinical governance, support a skilled MDT, and develop leadership capabilities through structured advancement from Band 6 into advanced neonatal and leadership roles, with flexible and family-focused working patterns.