Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Sister / Charge Nurse

The closing date is 21 April 2026

Job summary

Junior Sister / Charge Nurse (Band 6)37.5 hours per week | 12-month fixed term or secondment

Are you a passionate and motivated nurse ready to take the next step in your career? We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse (Band 6) to join our dynamic Outpatient Gynaecology team.

In this rewarding role, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting the ongoing development of our service.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care
Driving the development of a research-informed, evidence-based Outpatient Gynaecology service
Providing a comprehensive, compassionate service for both the community and the Trust
Supporting the effective management and delivery of all Gynaecology Outpatient services
Acting as a clinical leader and role model within the team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who is committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement in women's health services.

What we're looking for:

A dedicated and proactive registered nurse
Strong clinical, leadership, and organisational skills
A passion for delivering outstanding patient care
Interest in service development and evidence-based practice

Join us and be part of a supportive team where your skills, ideas, and ambition will be valued and nurtured.

Main duties of the job

To lead and develop a researched & evidence-based Outpatient Gynae service.
To provide a comprehensive service for the community and the Trust in the management of all Gynaecology Outpatients.
To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of patient care.
The post holder will have limited budgetary responsibility.
To act as a multi-disciplinary leader for personnel involved in the Gynae Outpatient service, with emphasis upon liaison, decision making, assessment, communication, initiation of planning, development and change in the service, with support of the Matron.

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.

Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum incl HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

151-JLM625

Job locations

Heatherwood Hospital

Brook Ave Ascot

SL5 7GB

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical:

To promote and maintain standards of professional practice in order to enhance the quality of care for gynaecology patients whilst adhering to NMC code of conduct.

To demonstrate excellent organisational skills in managing the service.

Excellent written and verbal communications skills are essential and will be necessary to develop strong relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team, which will require effective negotiation and influencing skills in order to meet NHS targets and manage change in line with NICE/RCOG guidelines.

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care. Review investigations and liaise with medical staff as appropriate.

To use analysis and judgment skills in the assessment of the physical, psychological and emotional needs of women who use the service.

In communicating with patients, complex and sensitive information will be delivered with empathy. This should be current and accurate.

Be pro-active in complaints management, ensuring all staff are aware of the complaints policy and able to deal effectively with complaints in the absence of the Matron.

To undertake clinical audit to ensure high standards of care are achieved and that the service is evolving.

To review, propose and implement evidence-based changes to gynaecology policies and procedures within the unit in line with NICE guidance and RCOG guidelines.

To be responsible for maintaining own professional specialist development & identify educational requirements.

To liaise with Matron with regard to untoward incidents, Complaints and staffing concerns reporting these via the RL system

To ensure compliance with all FRIMLEY Health policies and guidelines, e.g ( but not limited to ) consent , chaperoning, WHO checklist, COSHH, and Information Governance.

Leadership:

To plan and organise staff and workload in order to meet patients needs.

To be aware of all policies and guidelines relating to Frimley Health and to act in accordance with them and to actively be involved in updating policies and guidelines.

To maintain the high standards of the department by contributing towards individual and team objectives.

To actively participate and contribute towards the setting and achievement of personal objectives including appraisals.

To support the Matron by exercising leadership skills to achieve high morale.

Have a working knowledge of Key Performance Indicators.

To help co-ordinate the team with the other Sister.

To be aware of the Trust Complaint procedure.

To take responsibility for the ordering of equipment and resources within budgetary constraints as an authorised signatory. There should be an awareness of financial constraints and policies, which affect the unit.

Promote recruitment and retention of staff by ensuring a conducive learning environment and regular training/teaching sessions. Ensuring that staff are appraised at least annually to continue their development and career progression.

To work with the Matron in reviewing staff levels/skill mix.

To manage adequate staffing of the GOPD to include study days/annual leave sickness.

To contribute in generating new ideas/initiatives.

Ensure that formal and informal communication channels are established and maintained within the department and with all other agencies.

Act as a mentor to all staff and lead in the induction process.

Communication:

To ensure confidentiality of patient records and high standards of nursing documentation.

To ensure Frimley Health Trust guidelines and policies are adhered to and that all staff are aware of their responsibilities to update annually.

To ensure good working relationships maintained within the team and department.

To promote good working relationships within the multidisciplinary team and other external and internal contacts.

To work closely with the Matron and other Sister regarding hospital, core service and departmental issues.

To participate in the provision of information to patients and their carers, regarding treatment and services available for their needs.

In communicating with patients, complex and sensitive information will be delivered with empathy. This should be current and accurate. The post-holder will also be aware of strategies to manage barriers to communication such as language, ethnicity and religious beliefs. To promote peoples equality, diversity and rights.