Ward sister

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust is seeking a Ward Sister to lead on G4, a 17-bedded regional ward serving surgical, urological and nephrology patients including paediatric haemat dialysis. The post offers development opportunities through dedicated clinical facilitators and a commitment to staff training.

You will supervise nursing staff, lead on ward rounds and HUDDLEs, and support the ward manager. Post-qualification experience in acute paediatric environments is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma).
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register.
• Significant post registration experience in a relevant speciality.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the professional work of nursing staff on the ward.
• Encouraging effective working relationships.
• Providing leadership and support to staff on the ward.
• Participating in supporting the ward manager in their absence.
• Motivating a team to provide safe, high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Ward management

Mentoring learners

Education

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Ward sister

The closing date is 18 November 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trustis delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Ward sister

Contract Type: Permanent

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a Ward Sister, to join our team on G4.

G4 is a 17-bedded regional surgical, urological and nephrology ward, specialising in a whole range of surgical, urology and nephrology conditions including renal dialysis, tumour resection, major bladder and bowel surgery.

The ward treats children from birth up to 18 years old. G4 includes a paediatric haemodialysis unit - a rotation is offered for staff to learn this specialist skill.

The Children's Hospital offers fantastic training and development opportunities, giving you the best possible platform to achieve the career you want. G4SUN has dedicated Clinical Facilitators to support staff as well as supporting staff development through opportunities to gain speciality skills in areas such as nephrology, urology and general surgery.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Job responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

Supervising the professional work of nursing staff on the ward.

Encouraging effective working relationships.

Providing good leadership and support to staff on the ward.

Participating in supporting the ward manager in their absence.

Being supportive and motivating a team to provide safe care of the highest quality to all our patients and their relatives.

Applicants should have post qualifying experience in a relevant specialty which includes working in an acute paediatric environment.

You will be expected to show some ability in co-ordination and leadership skills participating including ward rounds, attending HUDDLEs and supporting staff. The flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24 hour shift pattern is essential.

We can offer you further training in many specialist areas, as well as mentoring and supervision.

All our members of staff receive comprehensive corporate and local inductions, and we will work with you to help you achieve and maintain the healthcare career you aspire to.

As well as the relevant NMC registration and evidence of proven clinical ability in paediatric nursing, were looking for someone who wants to gain experience in these areas.

Wed love to hear from childrens nurses who are looking to gain experience of working in a leadership capacity, which can evidence ongoing education and experience appropriate to this speciality. You must be able to demonstrate a compassionate approach to patient care and the public, as well as the ability to meet robust clinical operational demands.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Ward management experience
• Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed

Trust Values and Behaviours

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Depending on experience£39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata