Job summary
Interview Date:6th
January 2026
Due to an organisational change there is a new and
exciting opportunity for a Band 6 to join Ward 30.
We are seeking a passionate, dynamic registered
nurse that can role model our professional values and inspire a team. The
individual must have strong communication skills andbe eager to advocate for safe, efficient and
person-centred care. Within this role therewill be training and development opportunities,
with an expectation of continuedprofessional development.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will maintain an excellent
standard of clinical work and providequality nursing care. They will lead a team of nursing
staff and work closely with the Lead Nurses, Site Matrons and other departments to
co-ordinate safe, effective patient flow throughout the Trust. As a Sister/Charge Nurse
on the Ward 30, you will also recognise and escalate the care of
deteriorating patients and provide clinical leadership to our developing Registered Nurses.
About us
We
reserve the right to close positions early
Barnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated
Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress
in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the
best Place to Work
We scored best
in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate
leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also
scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to
each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of
the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future
and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never
been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we
can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley
Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity
and fair treatment to all applicants
For
individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health
& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert
to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no
longer eligible for sponsorship
The
cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only
be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description for Sister / Charge Nurse
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Supporting
Documents
Please refer to the
values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description for Sister / Charge Nurse
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Supporting
Documents
Please refer to the
values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 5 within this specialty
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Increased scope of practice
- Effective interpersonal/communication
- Decision-making
- Influencing
- Team working
- Ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery
- Change management
Desirable
- IT skills and ability to utilise website resources
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Current healthcare issues
- Quality, audit and its application
- Clinical Governance
- Risk management
- Health and Safety
- Confidentiality
- Statutory and professional requirements
Trust Values
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registered
- Evidence of post registration education and development/relevant experience
- 998 or equivalent
Desirable
- Recognised Leadership development programme attendance
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 5 within this specialty
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Increased scope of practice
- Effective interpersonal/communication
- Decision-making
- Influencing
- Team working
- Ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery
- Change management
Desirable
- IT skills and ability to utilise website resources
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Current healthcare issues
- Quality, audit and its application
- Clinical Governance
- Risk management
- Health and Safety
- Confidentiality
- Statutory and professional requirements
Trust Values
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registered
- Evidence of post registration education and development/relevant experience
- 998 or equivalent
Desirable
- Recognised Leadership development programme attendance
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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