Senior Staff Nurse Wards

Ramsay Health Care UK; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bicester is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse to join the Ward nursing team. You'll deliver high-quality clinical care, ensure patient safety, and work effectively in a team. Ideal candidates must be registered nurses with experience in ward departments and possess excellent communication skills. This role provides competitive benefits including 25 days leave, private medical cover, and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5%

Flexible shift patterns

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary

Free Training via the Ramsay Academy

Free Parking on site

Subsidised staff restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a Staff Nurse/Senior Staff Nurse in a ward department.
• Evidence of continued development (essential).
• Private healthcare experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes.
• Provide patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Work flexible hours as required.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Customer service skills

Computer skills

Education

Registered nursing qualification or equivalent

Registered with the NMC

Job description

Senior Staff Nurse Wards

Bicester, Oxfordshire Full Time Posted by: Ramsay Health Care Posted: Friday, 31 October 2025

Job Description

Senior Registered Nurse - Wards

We are inviting applications from experienced Registered Nurses to join Ward Team, based at The Cherwell Hospital in Banbury, Oxfordshire.

We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced team players to join our Ward nursing team in delivering a high standard of clinical care whilst ensuring patient safety, dignity and confidentiality. IT and excellent communication skills are essential and a willingness to take on additional roles and extended skills to enhance the provision of patient care are also required.

This is a busy department so the ability to work under pressure and maintain a good sense of humour is essential. The successful candidate must be highly motivated and able to work flexible hours.

The role

In this role, you will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. You will play a key role within a fast‑paced environment where the team will rely on knowledge and experience.

What you will bring with you

• Registered nursing qualification or equivalent
• Registered with the NMC
• Experience of working as a Staff Nurse/Senior Staff Nurse in a ward department
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Evidence of continued development (essential)
• Private healthcare experience would be an advantage

Benefits

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns available where possible
• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
• Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
• Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
• Free Parking on site (where possible)
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long‑standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, can‑do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees form the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UK's Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD's Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK

Industry: Healthcare

Company: Ramsay Health Care