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The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Sister

The closing date is 10 July 2025

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Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and compassionateBand 6 Junior Sister to join our dynamic clinical team. This role is pivotal in supporting the smooth operational running of the ophthalmic department, ensuring high standards of patient care, and providing clinical and managerial leadership to nursing staff.

As a Junior Sister, you will work closely with the Matron/Charge Nurse and multidisciplinary team to promote a safe, effective, and person-centred environment. You will be expected to act as a role model, supporting the development of junior staff, supervising clinical practice, and contributing to service improvement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ophthalmic nurse looking to expand their leadership responsibilities in a supportive and forward-thinking setting.

Main duties of the job

To provide highly specialist ophthalmic care to patients.

To assess and provide treatments under the supervision clinicians.

To develop extended roles within different specialities.

To education and train junior staff including band 5 nurses, healthcare assistance and ophthalmic technicians.

To deputise for nurse in charge.

About us

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.

The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities,community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitalsprovide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.

We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£42,939 to £50,697 a year per annum/incl HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

394-JS-270625

Job locations

THH/MVH/Community

Pield Heath Road

Hillingdon

UB8 3NN


Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical Leadership and Patient Care

Provide expert nursing care and support for patients undergoing ophthalmic assessment, treatment, and procedures (e.g. cataract surgery, intravitreal injections, Pre and post operative care and laser treatments).

Act as a clinical leader within the ophthalmology unit, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based care.

Maintain high standards of infection control, aseptic technique, and patient safety in line with clinical governance and NICE guidelines.

2. Staff Supervision and Development

Supervise and support Band 5 nurses, healthcare assistants, and students, acting as a mentor and clinical assessor.

Deliver training and competency development in ophthalmic-specific procedures (e.g. instilling eye drops, visual acuity testing, post-operative care).

Contribute to staff appraisals, preceptorships, and revalidation processes.

3. Service Coordination and Operational Management

Assist in the day-to-day running of clinics, theatres, and minor procedure rooms, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal resource use.

Liaise with consultants, optometrists, and multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care and manage any delays or issues.

Participate in rota planning, sickness monitoring, and leave allocation.

4. Quality, Safety, and Audit

Take a lead role in incident reporting, complaints resolution, and root cause analysis related to ophthalmic care.

Monitor and contribute to compliance with CQC standards, local policies, and national guidelines.

Lead or participate in service improvement projects and audits to enhance care delivery and patient experience.

5. Communication and Patient Education

Provide clear, compassionate communication to patients and their families about eye conditions, treatments, and post-op care.

Support visually impaired patients with accessible information and signposting to appropriate support services (e.g. Eye Clinic Liaison Officers).

Act as a point of contact for patient queries, complaints, or concerns within the department.

6. Professional Development

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ophthalmic nursing practices and technologies through CPD, study days, and relevant training.

Take responsibility for your own professional development and clinical competence.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical Leadership and Patient Care

Provide expert nursing care and support for patients undergoing ophthalmic assessment, treatment, and procedures (e.g. cataract surgery, intravitreal injections, Pre and post operative care and laser treatments).

Act as a clinical leader within the ophthalmology unit, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based care.

Maintain high standards of infection control, aseptic technique, and patient safety in line with clinical governance and NICE guidelines.

2. Staff Supervision and Development

Supervise and support Band 5 nurses, healthcare assistants, and students, acting as a mentor and clinical assessor.

Deliver training and competency development in ophthalmic-specific procedures (e.g. instilling eye drops, visual acuity testing, post-operative care).

Contribute to staff appraisals, preceptorships, and revalidation processes.

3. Service Coordination and Operational Management

Assist in the day-to-day running of clinics, theatres, and minor procedure rooms, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal resource use.

Liaise with consultants, optometrists, and multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care and manage any delays or issues.

Participate in rota planning, sickness monitoring, and leave allocation.

4. Quality, Safety, and Audit

Take a lead role in incident reporting, complaints resolution, and root cause analysis related to ophthalmic care.

Monitor and contribute to compliance with CQC standards, local policies, and national guidelines.

Lead or participate in service improvement projects and audits to enhance care delivery and patient experience.

5. Communication and Patient Education

Provide clear, compassionate communication to patients and their families about eye conditions, treatments, and post-op care.

Support visually impaired patients with accessible information and signposting to appropriate support services (e.g. Eye Clinic Liaison Officers).

Act as a point of contact for patient queries, complaints, or concerns within the department.

6. Professional Development

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ophthalmic nursing practices and technologies through CPD, study days, and relevant training.

Take responsibility for your own professional development and clinical competence.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

  • Current NMC Registration
  • Evidence of recent CPD
  • Ophthalmic Module Certificate
  • Recent experience in acute hospital setting
  • Experience in ophthalmology

Desirable

  • Leadership training
Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

  • Current NMC Registration
  • Evidence of recent CPD
  • Ophthalmic Module Certificate
  • Recent experience in acute hospital setting
  • Experience in ophthalmology

Desirable

  • Leadership training

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

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

THH/MVH/Community

Pield Heath Road

Hillingdon

UB8 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

THH/MVH/Community

Pield Heath Road

Hillingdon

UB8 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Lucy Evans

lucy.evans12@nhs.net

01895279027

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£42,939 to £50,697 a year per annum/incl HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

394-JS-270625

Job locations

THH/MVH/Community

Pield Heath Road

Hillingdon

UB8 3NN


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