Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Sister/Charge Nurse- Interventional Radiology

The closing date is 13 April 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated and committed staff nurses to join our dedicated nursing team in the Department of Radiology at Manchester Royal Infirmary site. This post holder will be working in ORC mainly and supporting all three Interventional radiology sites of MFT ( ORC, Wythenshawe and North Manchester) as necessary to support cross site staffing cover for elective as well as out of hours IR service staffing requirements.Manchester Royal Infirmary is part of a leading integrated health, teaching, research, and innovation campus in the thriving city of Manchester. We offer a unique range of services to the North West, treating and managing the simplest to the most complex conditions and diseases. For our nurses it means the chance to gain diverse experience in pioneering teams. The post holder will also need to undertake out of hours on call commitments as per on call rota.

We show our care for our staff through excellent development and progression opportunities including gaining experience in the care of patients before during and after radiological interventions such as CT guided lung biopsy, vascular angiography, liver biopsy and biliary stenting. This starts with a comprehensive induction programme, but doesn't end there.

Main duties of the job

Support with the responsibility of coordination and safe effective management of the interventional radiology patients across all areas of IR, CT & Ultra sound as delegated by the Ward Manager/Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.

Be responsible for the delivery of clinical expertise in all aspects of nursing care of patients within radiology department

Be able to assist with interventional procedures as a scrub nurse, and also undertake role as monitoring nurse and recovery nurse .

Participate in the out of hours on call service once trained and competent

Carry out nurse led discharge for client group in accordance with the agreed discharge criteria.

Take lead and support with quality improvement projects in supporting IR services

Ensure and contribute to clinical environment being conducive to supporting the education and learning of all staff and students

As a multi skilled practitioner after appropriate training work on a rotational basis within other areas of the department such as Interventional rooms, recovery area Ultrasound, CT, MR scan to support nursing care of patients as necessary.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted

30 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-CSS-7864561*

Job locations

ORC

Adult Radiology Department , Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experienceyoullneed for this role,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to exploreInside MFT Your Candidate Place.This welcomingonestophub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.Youllalso find practical hints and tips forsubmittinga great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on therelevantPDF document under the Supporting Documents sectionand once opened, you canwhereeither scanQR code orclick onthe link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves,ouradvertsmay close early if we receivea high levelof interest.Early applications are thereforeencouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment processremainsequitableand meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experienceyoullneed for this role,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to exploreInside MFT Your Candidate Place.This welcomingonestophub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.Youllalso find practical hints and tips forsubmittinga great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on therelevantPDF document under the Supporting Documents sectionand once opened, you canwhereeither scanQR code orclick onthe link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves,ouradvertsmay close early if we receivea high levelof interest.Early applications are thereforeencouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment processremainsequitableand meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • registered with RGN qualification
  • Experience of continuous professional education
  • Experience of working at senior band 6/band 5 level within a large organization

Desirable

  • level 3 studies
  • Leadership & Management studies

Experience

Essential

  • IR nurse experience
  • Evidence of taking up senior IR nurse roles

Desirable

  • experience of clinical audit
  • awareness of Risk management

Skills & knowledge

Essential

  • Demonstrate Excellent communication
  • evidence of Workload management of self & others
  • demonstrate good clinical decision making skills
  • Awareness of clinical governance process

Desirable

  • Good IT & work processing skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Motivational for personals & professional development
  • Ability to work with colleagues at all levels
  • Inspirational and demonstrate good working relationships

Desirable

  • Evidence of problem solving & negotiation skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • registered with RGN qualification
  • Experience of continuous professional education
  • Experience of working at senior band 6/band 5 level within a large organization

Desirable

  • level 3 studies
  • Leadership & Management studies

Experience

Essential

  • IR nurse experience
  • Evidence of taking up senior IR nurse roles

Desirable

  • experience of clinical audit
  • awareness of Risk management

Skills & knowledge

Essential

  • Demonstrate Excellent communication
  • evidence of Workload management of self & others
  • demonstrate good clinical decision making skills
  • Awareness of clinical governance process

Desirable

  • Good IT & work processing skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Motivational for personals & professional development
  • Ability to work with colleagues at all levels
  • Inspirational and demonstrate good working relationships

Desirable

  • Evidence of problem solving & negotiation skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ORC

Adult Radiology Department , Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ORC

Adult Radiology Department , Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Sister - Imaging Division - Radiology ORC

Jyothi Mendonca

jyothi.mendonca@mft.nhs.uk

01612764553

Details

Date posted

30 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-CSS-7864561*

Job locations

ORC

Adult Radiology Department , Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Supporting documents

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