Sister/Charge Nurse (Firth 3 & Firth 8)

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits experienced nurses to join a leading NHS Trust in Sheffield, providing clinical leadership in General Surgery wards. This role involves delivering high-quality care and supporting a team in a dynamic environment. The organization values its staff and offers excellent professional development opportunities, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in nursing. If you are passionate about patient care and leadership, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance Policies

Flexible Working Hours

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC validation required.
• Evidence of academic achievement or working towards Degree level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care to a diverse range of patients.
• Lead a team of qualified, support, and student team members.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching & Assessing Qualification

Management Experience

Audit / Research Experience

Education

Registered Nurse (valid with NMC)

Degree Level of Study

Job description

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Sister/Charge Nurse (Firth 3 & Firth 8), Sheffield

Client:

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

348a7c8339fe

Job Views:

3

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job overview

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for two experienced individuals to provide clinical leadership and expertise within our General Surgery wards: Firth 8 and Firth 3.

The service provides care for surgical patients undergoing investigation, intervention, and surgery.

• Recognised teaching qualification with proven ability to provide clinical support and education
• Evidence of academic achievement or working towards Degree level of study.
• Proven evidence of leadership skills
• Highly developed communication skills across disciplines
• Evidence of participation in audit and research
• Evidence of managing change
• An understanding of patient flow in a busy acute area
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service

This vacancy is advertised on a permanent contract basis.

Main duties of the job

Deliver high standards of nursing care to a diverse range of patients and support to carers on the ward.

Lead a team of qualified, support and student team members.

Take charge of the ward / department.

Support the Senior Sister / Senior Charge Nurse in ensuring the highest standard and quality of nursing care is delivered.

Working for our organisation

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff, including commitments to professional development and policies supporting work-life balance.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application, clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person specification

• Registered Nurse (valid with NMC)
• Completed the national PEAP programme for practice supervisors or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998
• Evidence of academic achievement or working towards Degree level of study

Experience

• Teaching & Assessing qualification
• Management experience
• Personal and professional development
• Ability to work autonomously
• Understanding of patient flow in a busy acute area
• Leadership Qualification
• Audit / Research experience

Further Training

• Completion of Core, Relevant Specialist, and Management Competencies
• Commitment to continuous personal development
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• Ability to manage and evaluate change

Other Factors

• Flexibility to meet the needs of the system

Applicants should read the attached guidance on using AI technology. When applying, declare that all information provided is true and complete. The personal statement should be personal.

Applications via NHS Jobs will redirect you to the Trac recruitment system, where you must create and submit your application. You cannot track your application or receive messages through NHS Jobs. All communication will be via email from Trac.

If employed, your information will transfer into the NHS Electronic Staff Records system. By submitting your application, you authorize the Trust to verify NHS service details via ESR IAT if appointed.

Check your junk/spam folders regularly for emails from Trac. The Trust encourages applications from all community sections in line with the Equality Act 2010. For assistance, contact the HR Departments listed on the NHS Jobs page.

Job Share applicants are welcome but cannot be guaranteed. Internal secondments may be considered for fixed-term contracts with prior approval.

Employment is subject to NHS checks including identity, eligibility, references, qualifications, professional registration, DBS, and occupational health.

For more information about our organization and opportunities, visit our website and follow us on social media.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020, requiring a DBS check.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 152.4KB)
• Person Specification (PDF, 32.5KB)
• Candidate Application Best Practice Guide (PDF, 236.3KB)
• Information on the Trust & Selection Process (PDF, 763.8KB)
• Getting to Work at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (PDF, 501.0KB)
• Disability Contacts (PDF, 113.1KB)
• How We Use Your Information (PDF, 87.4KB)
• Policy on Ex-Offenders (PDF, 124.0KB)
• Staff Benefits (PDF, 2.7MB)
• Using AI and Your Personal Statement (PDF, 163.6KB)

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