Paediatric Senior Sister/Charge Nurse - Emergency Department
The closing date is 25 January 2026
Job summary
Frimley Park Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Paediatric Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge Nurse to join our busy Emergency Department on a 12-month maternity cover, working 26 hours per week.
This is a pivotal leadership role within a fast-paced emergency care environment. You will act as an expert clinical practitioner and an inspirational role model, leading the delivery of safe, high-quality, child-centred care for all patients attending the department.
Alongside providing visible clinical leadership, you will contribute to the day-to-day operational management of the Emergency Department, supporting effective workforce planning and the efficient use of staff, equipment, and resources. You will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to maintain high standards of care, promote best practice, and support service improvement.
This role offers a rewarding opportunity to influence patient experience, develop teams, and make a meaningful difference within a dynamic and supportive organisation.
Main duties of the job
Support the Emergency Department in achieving government targets and departmental objectives.
Assist with budgeting and resource management, including appropriate use of supplies and agency staff.
Participate in recruitment, selection, staff appraisals, and performance monitoring, supporting staff development.
Manage sickness and absence in line with Trust policy.
Attend meetings and communicate key information to staff.
Recognise and respond appropriately to violence or aggression, following Trust policies.
Respond swiftly and effectively in emergency situations to ensure patient safety.
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment.
Support complaint resolution and investigation processes.
Adhere to statutory regulations, codes of practice, local policies, and health and safety requirements.
Undertake any additional duties as requested to ensure smooth departmental operations.
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
09 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£34,672 to £39,456 a year per annum incl HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
151-KMU368
Job locations
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley
GU16 7UJ
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley
GU16 7UJ
Employer's website
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