Sister or Charge Nurse - J12

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; University City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an aspiring nurse leader to join the respiratory leadership on ward J12. You will support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in managing the department, champion patient-centered, compassionate care and contribute to professional development through the preceptorship system and ongoing education.

Enthusiasm for leadership and strong communication are essential. Applicants may be Band 6 seeking a new challenge or an experienced Band 5 ready to progress,

Qualifications

• Current RN registration.
• Experience in leadership and mentorship desirable.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Sister/Charge Nurse with department management and leadership.
• Develop, implement and evaluate patient care programmes and quality initiatives.
• Coordinate ward activities and support nursing staff on J12.

Skills

RN Adult

RN Child

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Job Summary

Are you an aspiring leader? Do you excel in providing outstanding, compassionate care to your patients? Then the respiratory services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust is the place that will provide you with the experience and support you need to take you to the next level.

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic & motivated individual who has a passion for the delivery of high quality patient care to join the leadership on ward J12. The team on J12 are committed to keeping patients at the centre of care, creating an environment that encourages new ideas to improve care and their patient’s experience. There is an established preceptorship system in place to develop you in your role as a leader, along with commitment to professional development with on-going education to facilitate care delivery of the highest standards. You will work in close partnership with the multi-disciplinary team in caring for patients with a range of respiratory conditions such as Asthma, Pneumonia, COPD and Cystic Fibrosis.

You may be an existing Band 6 looking for a new challenge or an experienced Band 5 ready to further your career, enjoy working in a fast paced environment, demonstrate excellent communication skills and an interest in leadership and management. You will also need to have the ability to deal with challenging situations in a professional and calm manner.

For further information please contact Danielle James, Senior Sister, [e-mail]

Why you should join our Team

The jobholder will play an essential role assisting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse with the continuing responsibility for the effective and efficient management of the department. They will contribute to the provision of professional, clinical, managerial leadership and supervision for the nursing team.

The jobholder is responsible for helping to develop and maintain a ward or department’s philosophy that has the patient at the centre of compassionate safe and quality care delivery. By assisting with managing the administrative and financial aspects of the ward, the jobholder will support the cost effective use of resources.

As an experienced nurse the jobholder will assist in co-ordinating activities on the ward or department ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times, providing support to qualified and unqualified nurses within the ward/dept. He/she will play a key role in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.

The jobholder will act as a role model, promoting quality evidence-based practice, developing the nursing team and ensuring effective management of the ward/department in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.

What you will bring to the role

• Registered Nurse (RN Adult for adult clinical areas or RN Child for children's areas (Level 1 or 2)
• Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable)
• Significant post registration experience at staff nurse level or equivalent
• Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Current issues in health and social care
• Clinical Experience within the specialty (desirable)
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own and others workload
• Skills and knowledge required to lead and develop team members

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Questions About This Job

Danielle James

Senior Sister

[e-mail]

Interview Date: 8th October 2026

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

Our Trust values

Responsible

Open and Honest

One Team

Kind

Our Trust priorities

Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our Priorities

• People
• Improvement and Innovation
• Partnerships
• Outcomes

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.