Paediatric Ward Lead & Clinician (Band 7) | Flexible Hours

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Watford is seeking a Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge Nurse to lead Starfish Ward while remaining clinically active with paediatric care.

You will oversee staffing, rostering, recruitment and ward resources, while delivering hands-on support and coaching to the team. Applicants should have strong acute paediatric experience and leadership capability.

Qualifications

• Experienced children’s nurse with band 6+ leadership experience.
• Strong paediatric clinical skills and able to lead a ward team.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day running of Starfish Ward and manage staffing, rostering, recruitment and resources.
• Care for children alongside the team and coach colleagues to maintain high standards.
• Oversee staff development and ensure patient- and family-centred care.

Skills

Paediatric nursing

Ward leadership

Staff rostering

Clinical coaching

Team development

Education

Nursing degree (Child Health)

Job description

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Watford is seeking a Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge Nurse to lead Starfish Ward while remaining clinically active with paediatric care.

You will oversee staffing, rostering, recruitment and ward resources, while delivering hands-on support and coaching to the team. Applicants should have strong acute paediatric experience and leadership capability.