Senior Sister

Elysium Healthcare; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave incl. birthday

Career development and training

Ely-Vate rewards platform

Wellbeing support

Blue Light Card discounts

Life Assurance

Earned wage access (Stream)

Pension contribution

Onsite parking

Subsidised meals

Job summary

The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Sister to lead and support a nursing team delivering high‑quality neurological care. You will oversee day‑to‑day operations, coordinate with other teams and ensure patient safety and compassionate care.

With NHS or private sector experience, you will manage staffing, supervise colleagues and liaise with other healthcare professionals to drive continuous improvement. The role offers development opportunities within Elysium Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Oversee and provide high-quality care in a Neurological setting.
• Delegate nursing tasks and coordinate with teams.
• Monitor service users’ conditions and respond to changes.
• Supervise team members and provide guidance.
• Make staffing and resource allocation decisions.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals to ensure collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide high-quality care and support to people in a Neurological setting.
• Mentor and support nursing staff to maintain standards of care.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Delegation

Team coordination

Clinical nursing

Communication

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Motivating, supporting and managing your team of nurses, you know what it takes to be a Senior Sister. Someone who listens, is aware of their whole team and service users, and makes sure the day‑to‑day running of the department is smooth and positive. That's what the next Senior Sister at The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester will come in and do.Whether you're an existing Charge Nurse with experience under your belt, or a senior Nurse looking for the next step in your career, join the nursing team that's making a difference to the lives of people with Neurological Conditions.You'll be supported with like‑minded colleagues across the multidisciplinary team, in a company that will encourage and support you with career development to help you achieve your career goals.Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. It’s a career that you can take pride in and enjoy.It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

What you will be doing

With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you will oversee and provide high-quality care and support to people in a Neurological setting, while supporting your team and colleagues and promote good teamwork.

• Delegate nursing tasks to Nurses working in the unit and coordinate with other teams
• Monitor service users’ conditions and respond to changes
• Supervise other members within the team's unit and provide guidance and support
• Make critical decisions regarding service user assignments, staff scheduling, and resource allocation
• Be liaison between nursing staff and other healthcare professionals, with effective communication and collaboration

No two days will be the same, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, but also a good amount of routine.

Things that you will have

• A relevant nursing qualification
• NMC registration
• A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
• A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice
• Relevant experience in a similar environment
• Proven track record of leadership skills

Where you will be working

Location: The Dean Neurological Centre, Tewkesbury Road, Longford, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9EE. The Dean Neurological Centre has 60 beds in Gloucester (GL2 9EE), which is on the outskirts of the town within easy commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham with good transport links. The Centre delivers specialist 24‑hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long‑term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability. It specialises in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual's abilities, comfort and quality of life. Bedrooms are fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment, with all rooms adapted to individual requirements. There are also well‑equipped therapy facilities and other facilities such as gardens, gym and minibus.

What you will get

• Annual salary of £47,430
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one‑stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your futuresubsidised meals and onsite parking

There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.

About your next employer

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.