Junior Sister/Charge Nurse
Job summary
Do you want to work for one of the UK's largest Trusts?
Kings D2 is a dedicated Silver Trauma Ward with 19 beds.
We have an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 post, to support the ward manager with Clinical Leadership on a Silver Trauma Ward.
We are looking for a person who has some previous experience in Silver Trauma and Health Care of the Older Person, but we also encourage applications from Senior Nurses or those from other health care environments.
Main duties of the job
To provide effective patient care whilst working as a member of the nursing team across East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust. To ensure the maintenance of high standards of patient care in response to service needs.
By working clinically as a member of the nursing team you will work in partnership with the Ward Manger to provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership for a ward-based team of qualified and non-qualified staff. The post holder will be required to deputize in the absence of the Ward Manager and ensure a positive patient experience through the delivery of high standards of patient care. Leading clinical nursing practicewithin the clinical area. Securing and assuring the highest standards of clinical care with the support of the Matron and Head of Nursing. The effective management of clinical and non-clinical risk reporting to theManager within the Directorate Clinical Governance Framework.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Details
Date posted
21 April 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
344-9568WHH
Job locations
William Harvey Hospital
Kennington Road
Ashford
TN24 0LZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse Degree in Nursing or working towards degree or equivalent
- 3 years experience at Band 5 in an acute care setting.
- Practice assessor / Practice supervisor
- Continuous quality improvement.
- Mandatory Training
Desirable
- Working towards degree/equivalent
- Evidence of a career in acute nursing which demonstrates a wide knowledge within the field
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Clinical credibility -Venepuncture, cannulation, ECG's, PICC/CVC Use, IV Drugs, ILS
- Communication skills Facilitating team
- Staff development & empowerment Negotiation.
- Facilitating team communication/changes.
Desirable
- Health & Safety.
- IT Skills
- ALERT course
Personal & Professional Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates patient focused approach.
- Understanding of current issues in Nursing.
- Understanding of diabetes and endocrine
Desirable
- Think Glucose course or similar
Other Requirements
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust Values Drive for improvement to the patient experience.
- Calm under pressure
- Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Ability to work on own initiative using sound decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Support and educate junior members of the team
Governance
Essential
- Demonstrates patient focused approach
- Knowledge of NMC Code of Conduct.
- Knowledge of risk management
Desirable
- Understanding of Datix reporting and complaints process
- Knowledge of healthroster
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse Degree in Nursing or working towards degree or equivalent
- 3 years experience at Band 5 in an acute care setting.
- Practice assessor / Practice supervisor
- Continuous quality improvement.
- Mandatory Training
Desirable
- Working towards degree/equivalent
- Evidence of a career in acute nursing which demonstrates a wide knowledge within the field
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Clinical credibility -Venepuncture, cannulation, ECG's, PICC/CVC Use, IV Drugs, ILS
- Communication skills Facilitating team
- Staff development & empowerment Negotiation.
- Facilitating team communication/changes.
Desirable
- Health & Safety.
- IT Skills
- ALERT course
Personal & Professional Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates patient focused approach.
- Understanding of current issues in Nursing.
- Understanding of diabetes and endocrine
Desirable
- Think Glucose course or similar
Other Requirements
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust Values Drive for improvement to the patient experience.
- Calm under pressure
- Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Ability to work on own initiative using sound decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Support and educate junior members of the team
Governance
Essential
- Demonstrates patient focused approach
- Knowledge of NMC Code of Conduct.
- Knowledge of risk management
Desirable
- Understanding of Datix reporting and complaints process
- Knowledge of healthroster
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
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
William Harvey Hospital
Kennington Road
Ashford
TN24 0LZ
Employer's website
https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
William Harvey Hospital
Kennington Road
Ashford
TN24 0LZ
Employer's website
https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)