Sister/Charge Nurse - Children's

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS health care provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Band 6 Sister to play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional care to children with cancer. You will lead a team of nurses, coordinate treatment plans, and act as a contact for families. Ideal candidates will be experienced in paediatric oncology, possess leadership skills, and be passionate about supporting families. The role also offers opportunities for flexible working arrangements, ensuring a supportive environment that prioritizes professional development.

Qualifications

• Experienced and confident in paediatric oncology care.
• A natural leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passionate about patient‑centred care and supporting families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a dedicated team of nurses and support staff.
• Coordinate complex treatment plans and ensure safe, effective care.
• Act as a key contact for patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Drive quality improvement and uphold clinical practice standards.

Skills

Paediatric oncology care

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

As a Band 6 Sister, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional care to children and young people undergoing oncology treatment. This is a fast‑paced, rewarding environment where you will:

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a dedicated team of nurses and support staff.
• Coordinate complex treatment plans and ensure safe, effective care.
• Act as a key point of contact for patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Drive quality improvement and uphold the highest standards of clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Experienced and confident in paediatric oncology care.
• A natural leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passionate about patient‑centred care and supporting families through challenging times.
• Ready to embrace responsibility and inspire others.

Team Culture

• Supportive and collaborative, with a strong focus on professional development.
• Committed to innovation and excellence in paediatric oncology care.
• Proud to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families every day.

This secondment offers a unique chance to develop leadership skills, gain experience in a specialist setting, and contribute to a service that is nationally recognised for its outstanding care.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

Locations

• Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
• Freeman Hospital
• Newcastle Dental Hospital
• Cramlington Manor Walks
• Urgent treatment centres
• Newcastle Fertility Centre
• Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
• Northern Genetics Service

These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting‑edge care (supported by state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.