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Main area
Ward A1
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
349-WTWA-7721040*
Employer
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Ward A1, Wythenshawe Hospital
Town
Manchester
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum (Pro Rata)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/04/2026 23:59

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Sister/ Charge Nurse

Band 6

Job overview

Sister/Charge nurse opportunity in Respiratory on Ward A1.

Ward A1 is a 28 bedded unit receiving emergency admissions direct from the Emergency Department. The Band 6 Staff Nurse will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. They will also support with the delivery of interventions such as Non Invasive Ventilation, High Flow Oxygen and altered airway care.

The post holder will act as a clinical leader within the ward, supporting junior staff, contributing to service development, and ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care in line with Trust policies and national standards. 

 

Main duties of the job

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.

Act as nurse in charge of shifts, providing clinical leadership and ensuring safe, effective ward management.

Assess, plan, and evaluate patient care, recognising and escalating clinical deterioration.

Use specialist respiratory skills, including oxygen therapy and non-invasive ventilation (NIV).

Support, supervise, and mentor junior staff and students.

Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support patient flow and safe discharge planning.

Promote patient safety, infection prevention, and adherence to Trust policies.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   

Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place.  This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.  You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

 To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code. 

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application 

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person specification

relevent experience

Essential criteria
  • Registered nurse
Desirable criteria
  • Degree or willingness to undertake study

Experience

Essential criteria
  • 2 years nursing experience
  • experience within respiratory setting
  • experience leading a team
  • NIV/High Flow/Altered Airway experience
Desirable criteria
  • Band 6 experience

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of clinical governance i.e. audits IQP
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of utilizing clinical governance in everyday practice

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Management skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Respiratory nursing skills
Desirable criteria
  • Awareness and use of appropriate services i.e. health roster, absence manager

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Megan Richards
Job title
Ward Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0161 291 6198
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