Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Sister/Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

The closing date is 30 April 2026

Job summary

It is an exciting time to join the Emergency Department at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital!

We are pleased to announce the exciting opportunity for Band 7 Sister/Charge Nurse.

We are seeking experienced Emergency Department Band 7 clinical leaders to demonstrate leadership, clinical oversight and managerial growth within the Emergency Department.

The successful post holder will need to be a driven, dynamic and passionate individual who can work under pressure, delivering high standards of quality care as well as working collaboratively with colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team.

Being Manchester Triage System (MTS) trained is an essential component and the ability to make clinical decisions inclusive of a wide variety of complex elements as prescribed by the role job description and person specification.

Comprehensive communication skills are required to undertake complaints, ascertain and articulate risk of overall department demand and maintain high levels of professional standards, leading by example and role modelling.

Main duties of the job

The Emergency Department at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital is a busy department within a large District General Hospital. The unit consists of a 4 bedded resuscitation bay including a paediatric resus area, majors, designated paediatric unit and a minor injury area.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide a high quality service and clinical evidence based care to our patient population whilst ensuring a positive learning environment for all staff.

The successful candidate will need to have a clear vision for best practice and evidence of complex decision-making skills.

The successful candidate will possess:

  • Will have an abundance of leadership and organisational skills.
  • A minimum of 2 years leadership or management experience, having led a team or nurse cohort.
  • Complex decision-making skills.
  • A clear vision for best practice.
  • A caring attitude with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Have the ability to develop, cultivate and grow relationships across professional and organisational boundaries.
  • Evidence of experience in the implementation of transformational change.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum, pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

110-NMR096-0426

Job locations

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Job description

Job responsibilities

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

  • Current UK NMC Registration

Knowledge

Essential

  • Fully trained and competent in the use of the Manchester Triage System
  • Leadership/Management qualification or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience

Desirable

  • Knowledge of audit tools
  • Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B1) are Desirable for this Role.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post registration experience
  • Broad experience of emergency care

Desirable

  • Experience of change management
Person Specification

Registration

Essential

  • Current UK NMC Registration

Knowledge

Essential

  • Fully trained and competent in the use of the Manchester Triage System
  • Leadership/Management qualification or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience

Desirable

  • Knowledge of audit tools
  • Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B1) are Desirable for this Role.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post registration experience
  • Broad experience of emergency care

Desirable

  • Experience of change management

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Nurse

Helen Martyn

Helen.Martyn3@wales.nhs.uk

01443443443

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum, pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

110-NMR096-0426

Job locations

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Supporting documents

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