0275 - Sister/Charge Nurse
The closing date is 16 March 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a 5 month Band 6 secondment has become available within the Gastroenterology team on Ward 31.
The Gastroenterology ward is a 15 bedded ward looking after a variety of patients with conditions such as: UGI bleeds, liver disease, eating disorders, etc. The applicant does not require prior Gastroenterology experience to apply, although this is desirable.
We are looking for a strong leader who can support and lead with compassion at the forefront of their practice. The applicant will work clinically alongside the Gastroenterology team, leading by example and following best practice to help deliver the best standards of care to our patients. The role will involve exposure to management tasks and deputising for the Lead Nurse in their absence. Management tasks will involve: roster management, sickness management, clinical governance (incident report investigations, RCAs, AARs, learning), supporting staff development (including management of capability) and quality improvement initiatives.
The secondment is an ideal opportunity for continued professional development and progression and will allow the candidate access to additional training, for example leadership courses.
Main duties of the job
The candidate will provide senior leadership within the Gastroenterology team.
They will:
* Work clinically and support junior members of staff.
* Deputise in the Lead Nurse's absence.
* Be involved in management tasks such as: rostering, sickness management, investigating incident reports, root cause analysis, etc.
* Be involved in improving the service provided through quality improvement initiatives.
* Carry out continual professional development to improve personally as well as supporting others with professional development, including students.
About us
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
We reserve the right to close positions early
Details
Date posted
03 March 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year
Contract
Secondment
Duration
5 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9163-0275I-03-2026
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website
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