Job vacancy: Junior Sister/Charge Nurse, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, Slough

Job summary

Main area: Trauma and Orthopaedics
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 151-JLM528

Employer: Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Ward 1 Trauma and Orthopaedics Wexham Park Hospital
Town: Slough
Salary: £40,617 - £48,778 per annum incl HCAS
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 21/09/2025 23:59
Interview date: 07/10/2025

Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

Band 6

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Professional/Clinical Role

• To be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development,

implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision

• To pro-actively co-ordinate the patient's discharge arrangements in accordance with Trust Policy

• Ensure that all nursing practice within the clinical area complies with Trust Nursing policies and procedures

• To comply at all times with the NMC Code of Conduct (2008)

To communicate effectively and liaise with all health care staff as appropriate

• To demonstrate a collaborative approach to planning care through effective communication and decision making between the multi-disciplinary team, patients and significant others

• Consolidate and extend own clinical skills in all aspects of nursing, furthering own professional knowledge in a rapidly changing environment

• Provide clinical leadership and development support to the nursing team

• Where issues of clinical competence are identified, work with the Ward Matron to address them

• Contribute to the local resolution, investigation and follow action of any informal or formal complaints

• To prioritise own work and others to ensure the ward/department is managed effectively

To provide specialist knowledge and expertise within ward/department

Participate in and lead quality initiatives to promote and ensure that nursing care is evidence and research based

Practice Development

• To participate in the systematic monitoring and evaluation of nursing practice within

the clinical area, ensuring that it is evidence-based. In conjunction with the ward team, participate in the development of action plans which aim to enhance the quality of practice using the results of audits undertaken. Participate in the evaluation of the changes made in practice

• To assist the Ward Matron in the implementation of the Trust Nursing & Midwifery Strategy and Corporate Objectives within the clinical area, and monitor its impact on

• To assist the Ward Matron in the monitoring of audits and the Trust Nursing Balance Score Card

Managerial Role

• Manage the ward/department in the absence of the Ward Matron, coordinating the team and delegating appropriate duties

• To liaise with Head of Nursing/Clinical Service Manager/Service Manager, reporting any changes in the ward which may affect patient care and practice in the absence of the Ward Matron.

• To provide clinical and managerial leadership and guidance to the nursing team

• To take lead responsibility for a team of qualified nurses and healthcare assistants,

supporting their personal and practice development. This includes regular IPDR's and performance management where appropriate

• Take responsibility for recruiting and retaining team members in conjunction with the ward matron

Assisting the Ward Matron in:

• The recruitment and selection of nursing staff.

• Co-ordinating the off-duty roster

• Induction of bank/agency and new staff to the clinical area

• To ensure adequate supply of medical and surgical equipment, linen and any other type of equipment required in the absence of the Ward Matron

Education Role

• Participate in the implementation of induction/development programmes for newly qualified/appointed staff in conjunction with the Ward Matron and the rest of the team

• Undertake the regular performance review of staff, setting clear and achievable objectives appropriate to the grade and role

In conjunction with the Ward Matron and other Charge Nurses, identify the training/development needs of staff within the clinical area

Facilitate the implementation of clinical competencies within the clinical environment

• Facilitate the implementation of clinical supervision within the clinical area, providing clinical support where appropriate

• Act as a mentor & preceptor to nursing staff

• Ensure nursing staff attend mandatory training

Professional Role

• To maintain own personal & professional development, keeping PREP folders up to date

• Act as a credible clinical role model

• Practice in a confident and competent professional manner

General

This is an outline job description, which may be subject to change in consultation with the post holder. This job description is not inflexible. The duties of the post holder will be reviewed on an annual basis (or more frequently, as required) and the employee may be called upon to work within other locations within the Trust.
The post holder must also perform any other duties as reasonably requested by the Ward Matron.
The post holder will be subject to performance appraisal under the IPDR system and in developing his/her own objectives.
It is essential requirement that you take reasonable care of the cleanliness of your working environment and adhere to infection control policies and procedures at all times ensuring you use hand cleaning agents appropriately

5. The post holder is expected to promote and implement the Trust's equal opportunities

6. The Trust operates a no smoking policy. Smoking by staff is not allowed on Trust premises.

7. The post holder is responsible for the management of risk in all the areas for which s/he is responsible. S/he is also responsible for ensuring compliance with the Trust's Health and Safety Policy. The post holder must ensure that duties are carried out in accordance

with health and safety regulations. The post holder should not endanger the health and safety of him/herself or others whilst at work.

8. The post holder is expected to behave in a professional manner at all times, comply with Trust policies and to act as an ambassador of the Trust.

9. To maintain confidentially of information regarding patients, families and friends at all times.

10. Infection prevention is the responsibility of each individual. Employees are required to strictly adhere to the infection control policy Tpp124 and it's appendices and should actively encourage other staff and visitors to comply."

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

RGN - Current first or second level NMC Registration
Evidence of continuing education & professional development

Desirable criteria

Degree in Nursing or other relevant field or can demonstrate experience of working to this level.
Management course or qualification

Skills

Essential criteria

Leadership skills.
Excellent in communication Skills (written and verbal).
Able to demonstrate MDT working.
Teaching and assessing experience.

Experience

Essential criteria

Evidence of up-to-date standards of clinical practice.nurse or student nurse in the last 2 year
Experience of audit.
Able to demonstrate MDT working.
Teaching and assessing experience.

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) is proud of its strong reputation, record of achievement and ambition for the future. We serve a population of over 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and South Buckinghamshire, and remain committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities.

Our new organisational strategy – FHFT 2030 – sets out our ambition to be the best place to receive care and the best place to work in the NHS. Underpinned by our Trust values – Committed to Excellence, Working Together, Facing the Future, and being a modern, compassionate, Healthcare Organisation – we are creating a culture where our people can thrive and patients always come first.

We continue to invest heavily in our services and facilities. This includes the development of a new hospital at Frimley Park, major expansion of diagnostics and inpatient capacity, and the continued transformation of services across our sites. We have already delivered a brand-new £100m state-of-the-art Heatherwood Hospital, a £49m Emergency Assessment Centre at Wexham Park, and a £10m upgrade to maternity services.

We are also committed to sustainability and the NHS Net Zero ambition. Our new hospital and estate developments are being designed to be environmentally responsible, energy efficient, and future-proofed, featuring on-site renewables energy and intelligent energy systems. Through our green plan, we are embedding sustainable practices across all areas of care and operations, ensuring we reduce our environmental impact while improving population health and wellbeing. Our staff are key to helps us deliver on our ambition and to ensure sustainability is a core component of care delivery and our operations.

Alongside estates’ investments, we are embedding a strong focus on digital innovation and quality improvement. Our electronic patient record (Epic), launched in 2024, is already enabling safer, more connected, and more effective care for patients, while giving staff the tools they need to do their best work. Our electronic patient record also supports safe and effective digitised care pathways, savings time and carbon, whilst delivering excellent quality of care.

Everything we do is guided by our values, shaping how we care for patients, support colleagues, and build a sustainable future for healthcare together.

We offer Wagestream - A financial wellbeing benefit which lets you access your pay as you earn it.

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.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. We would advise that you complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Lady Chelsea Belvis
Job title: Senior Sister
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 03006153012

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Job summary

Employer heading

Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

Band 6

Job overview

Elevate Care as Our Ward Nurse Leader!

Why You’ll Thrive

Your Mission

Who You Are

Why Frimley NHS Foundation Trust?

Seize This Opportunity!

Main duties of the job

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROFESSIONAL

Working for our organisation

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Professional/Clinical Role

Practice Development

Managerial Role

Assisting the Ward Matron in:

Education Role

Professional Role

General

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Desirable criteria

Skills

Essential criteria

Experience

Essential criteria

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

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Documents to download

Further details / informal visits contact

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