Senior Sister (XR07)

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A fantastic opportunity for a passionate Children's Nurse to join a leading hospital in Leeds. The role involves managing a team and ensuring high standards of care for children under Hepatology and Renal services. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The successful applicant will benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with children with acute and chronic conditions.
• Relevant experience at Band 6 or equivalent.
• Strong paediatric nursing skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry 24-hour responsibility for effective management of the ward.
• Provide professional, clinical, managerial leadership for the nursing team.
• Ensure cost-effective use of resources.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent time management

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Proactive team player

Education

RSCN/RN (Child)

First Level Degree or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Teams

Outlook

Job description

Job summary

A fantastic opportunity has opened on L50.

Due to the promotion of the current Ward Manager, we are looking for a passionate, experienced Children's Nurse to take on this exciting and dynamic role on L50.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be a highly motivated, dynamic individual with the ability to enable and empower their team and have a passion for working with patients under the care of both Hepatology and Renal services.

Strong leadership and performance management are integral to this Band 7 role, with patient/parent experience and patient safety underpinning all aspects of care. You will be required to provide assurance that standards of care are met and maintained. The applicant must demonstrate good leadership qualities, the ability to motivate team members, and a proven track record of change management. Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential, along with a commitment to personal and team development. A support package will be developed to support the successful applicant's needs.

About us

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers in the UK, based in one of the fastest-growing and vibrant cities in the north.

The liver service is one of only three in the country for children requiring liver transplantation.

Leeds is the regional unit for paediatric renal services.

The team on L50 is highly skilled and collaborates to provide excellent care for children and young people requiring their services.

The Ward Manager has close links with the Liver and Renal CNS teams, as well as the co-located haemodialysis unit.

Leeds Children's Hospital offers state-of-the-art treatments, facilities, and a comprehensive development programme for nurses.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to redeploying 'at risk' staff to new roles. All job adverts are subject to this policy, and delays or removals may occur during this process. Please bear with us during shortlisting and contact the provided details if you have questions.

Details

• Date posted: 15 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: C9298-CHI-0377
• Job location: Leeds General Infirmary, Great George Street, Leeds, LS1 3EX

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Jobholder will carry 24-hour responsibility for the effective and efficient management of the ward/department. They will provide professional, clinical, managerial leadership, and supervision for the nursing team. The jobholder is responsible for developing and maintaining a philosophy centered on compassionate, safe, and high-quality care. Managing administrative and financial aspects, they will ensure cost-effective use of resources.

Person Specification

Skills & Behaviours (Essential)

• Compassionate and caring
• Capable of lateral thinking
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Proactive team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Skills & Behaviours (Desirable)

• Knowledge of current healthcare issues
• Research involvement
• Conflict management skills
• IT skills (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)

Experience (Essential)

• Significant experience working with children with acute and chronic conditions
• Relevant experience at Band 6 or equivalent
• Strong paediatric nursing skills
• Leadership and advocacy skills
• Service development and change management experience
• Experience in clinical audit and quality assurance
• Handling complaints and difficult conversations

Experience (Desirable)

• Nursing children with renal or liver conditions
• Nursing children with complex surgical procedures
• Experience with patient safety learning processes
• Understanding of budgets and financial reports

Other Criteria

• Presentation skills
• Ability to fulfill Occupational Health requirements

Qualifications (Essential)

• RSCN/RN (Child)
• First Level Degree or equivalent

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Post-registration qualification in specialty
• Master's Degree or equivalent

Additional requirements

This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, UK registration, and sponsorship considerations. Further details are available on the NHS Careers website and UK Visas and Immigration resources.