Junior Sister / Charge Nurse
The closing date is 26 November 2025
Job summary
****This vacancy is open to all applicants****
We are a dedicated, diverse and committed team caring for patients with acute general surgery conditions and surgical post-operative patients in a 27 bedded area. We care for a wide range of surgical emergencies including Urology and ENT patients. Post-operatively, the ward cares for elective cases under General Surgery, Colorectal Cancer, Stomatherapy, Gynaecology, Breast, Urology and ENT specialties.
The ward also recently opened a 6 bedded level 1 area as part of Colorectal Cancer Relocation Project. This gives an opportunity for all staff to have an added experience of caring for level 1 patients.
Ideally, you will have substantial acute surgical experience, be clinically competent with experience of supervising/mentoring others and be able to coordinate care for a diverse patient group on a fast paced ward.
This is the ideal opportunity for you to progress in your career within a supportive team.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the professional evidence-based nursing care delivered to patients. Ensuring the highest quality, effective and compassionate care is received by the patients and their families / carers whilst on the ward.
Excellent, holistic and individualised nursing care will be delivered through assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating. This will be in line with local, Trust wide and National policies, procedures, values and behaviours. To support the ward manager in providing effective clinical leadership that ensures patient safety at all times together with high quality patient care.
Promoting a supportive learning environment in which to supervise and mentor Staff Nurses, Student Nurses and Health Care Assistants. The post holder will act as an advocate whilst demonstrating effective communication and listening skills.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
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
279-7580969-NOV25
Job locations
Worthing General Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Worthing
BN11 2DH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Worthing General Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Worthing
BN11 2DH
Employer's website
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