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Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Sister/Charge Nurse - ward 46

The closing date is 18 September 2025

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Job summary

Sister/Charge Nurse - WARD 46 Band 6 - 29 HOURS

This is an exciting time at Tameside Hospital. We currently have a vacancy on ward 46, where we look after patients with a variety of medical conditions. Predominately caring for endocrinology patients that have a variety of individualized health and social needs. We are looking to recruit a Band 6 Ward Sister / Charge Nurse, who is enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who is ready for an exciting new experience to join a dynamic Team. This is an excellent development opportunity based on ward 46 .

They will support the Unit Manager in the day to day running of the ward This will include together with the ward manager being responsible for the professional and clinical leadership of all the staff within the department, ensuring quality and high standards are delivered and patient safety is maintained.

This is a key post with the successful candidate providing strong nursing leadership and management, whilst supporting the delivery of high standards of nursing care to our patients. We are looking for dynamic and innovative nurse leaders who role model excellent standards of nursing care that embody the behaviors and values of the trust.

Main duties of the job

Within ward 46 we aim to provide individualized care in a dignified and confidential manner identifying physical, social and psychological needs of patients and their families/carers. The patient's right to privacy will be respected and every effort will be made to maintain this.

We will do this by working in a safe and secure environment where care needs are assessed, planned and implemented in partnership with all concerned - whilst at the same time respecting patients' rights as an individual, acknowledging individual beliefs and values, and supporting individual choices made.

By using evidence based practice we aim to offer the highest standard of care in an environment that is conducive to learning where we support learners to acquire the necessary skills and competencies to carry out high quality patient care. Teaching and education for staff, patients and carers is an integral part of care delivery within our department. Our aim is to help patients attain, maintain and restore health via problem solving, goal/objective setting, leadership and decision making.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

  • Compassion
  • Accountability
  • Respect
  • Excellence

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

245-NAM6W46-07-25-A

Job locations

Ward 46

Fountain street

Ashton-Under-Lyne

OL6 9RL


Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RGN with current NMC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of relevant specialty
  • Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

  • ENB 998 or equivalent

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • PREPP
  • Scope of Practice
  • Risk Management
  • Record Keeping
  • Health and Safety
  • Infection Control
  • Clinical Governance
  • Ability to work as a team
  • Demonstrate prioritisation skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RGN with current NMC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of relevant specialty
  • Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

  • ENB 998 or equivalent

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • PREPP
  • Scope of Practice
  • Risk Management
  • Record Keeping
  • Health and Safety
  • Infection Control
  • Clinical Governance
  • Ability to work as a team
  • Demonstrate prioritisation 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

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 46

Fountain street

Ashton-Under-Lyne

OL6 9RL


Employer's website

https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 46

Fountain street

Ashton-Under-Lyne

OL6 9RL


Employer's website

https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ward manager

Nicola Goldstraw

Nicola.goldstraw@tgh.nhs.uk

01619225360

Details

Date posted

04 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

245-NAM6W46-07-25-A

Job locations

Ward 46

Fountain street

Ashton-Under-Lyne

OL6 9RL


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