Paediatric Sister/Charge Nurse

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust; Dudley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust seeks an experienced ward manager to take charge of the Children's Ward on shifts, organising ward activities and bed management. You will lead staff, ensure high standards of care, and role model professional practice in an acute setting.

You'll contribute to education and training of nursing students, work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and support a flexible, patient‑centred approach across paediatric assessment, HDU, and day case areas.

Qualifications

• Responsible for ward management and staff coordination during shifts.
• Delivery of high standards of patient care in an acute paediatric setting.
• Involvement in education and training of nursing students and junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the ward during shifts and organise ward activities.
• Oversee bed management and resource allocation in PAU/Children's Ward.
• Lead and develop ward staff, acting as a role model.
• Support flexible shifts and contribute to multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality care to patients and families.

Job description

The post holder will be designated to take charge of the ward regularly, being responsible for the management of the ward during the shift, including the organisation of the ward activities and the management of staff and resources.

The post holder will have direct involvement in the delivery of a high standard of care to the patient and their relatives.

The post holder will participate in the education and training of nursing students and will act as a role model to junior staff and other team members.

The post will require you to work a mix of shifts. The busy Children's Ward has an identified Paediatric Assessment Unit, High Dependency Area, Young Person's Area and a Dedicated Day Case area. We can offer a range of training opportunities.We require someone who is adaptable to work in all areas of the ward and who is a real team player. The successful candidate will have recent experience of working within an acute setting taking charge., The post holder will have recent experience of working within an acute setting, taking charge of the shift, and bed management of PAU/ the Children's Ward.

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.