Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Charge Nurse/Junior Sister - Respiratory/Rheumatology

The closing date is 13 January 2026

Job summary

Charge Nurse / Junior Sister (Band 6)Respiratory / Rheumatology - Frimley Park Hospital

12 month fixed term contract

This role is ideal for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse with substantial experience working in an acute hospital setting, preferably within respiratory medicine or general medicine.

F16 is a newly established ward, opened in April, comprising 38 beds, including 22 side rooms and 16 beds arranged across four bays. The ward is unique in delivering care across two specialties: respiratory medicine and rheumatology/general medicine.

Due to the diverse and complex patient population, this role requires a nurse with a broad range of clinical knowledge and skills, strong leadership abilities, and the flexibility to adapt to a varied clinical environment. You will play a key role in supporting high standards of patient care while contributing to the ongoing development of this dynamic ward.

Main duties of the job

Work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.

Provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing team, ensuring care standards meet local and national guidelines.

Actively contribute to decision-making and deputise for the Team Leader when required.

Deliver and oversee care for acutely unwell respiratory patients, including recognition and escalation of the deteriorating patient, and management of chest drains and tracheostomies.

Ensure effective communication, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times in line with Trust policies.

Promote equality, diversity, and the rights of patients, families, and staff.

Comply with Trust policies including fire safety and emergency procedures.

Take on additional responsibilities such as clinical audits, demonstrating effective time management and organisational skills.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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Details

Date posted

06 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,617 to £48,778 a year per annum incl HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

151-KMU365

Job locations

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC registration

Desirable

  • Degree level registration
  • NVQ D32/A1 Assessors course

Experience

Essential

  • Experience at band 5/6 level and in mentoring/ assessing student nurses
  • Experience working in more than one area i.e., medical and surgical areas
  • Experience working in an acute medical environment

Desirable

  • Experience of complex discharge planning
  • Awareness of care available in the community and their role

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

  • Competent in basic life support and IV administration
  • Venepuncture and cannulation
  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult / stressful situations effectively
  • Leadership and influencing skills

Desirable

  • Budgetary skills

Special Requirements

Essential

  • To work in other areas of the department when required
  • Able to work flexible shifts, weekends and bank holidays as required
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC registration

Desirable

  • Degree level registration
  • NVQ D32/A1 Assessors course

Experience

Essential

  • Experience at band 5/6 level and in mentoring/ assessing student nurses
  • Experience working in more than one area i.e., medical and surgical areas
  • Experience working in an acute medical environment

Desirable

  • Experience of complex discharge planning
  • Awareness of care available in the community and their role

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

  • Competent in basic life support and IV administration
  • Venepuncture and cannulation
  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult / stressful situations effectively
  • Leadership and influencing skills

Desirable

  • Budgetary skills

Special Requirements

Essential

  • To work in other areas of the department when required
  • Able to work flexible shifts, weekends and bank holidays as required

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ


Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ


Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Sister

Rachel Grant

rachel.grant6@nhs.net

03006130313

Details

Date posted

06 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,617 to £48,778 a year per annum incl HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

151-KMU365

Job locations

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ


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