Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has come up for a committed, motivated and experienced RN to develop into the role of a Band 6 Deputy Charge Nurse/ Deputy Sister on Falcon Ward (Trauma and Orthopaedics).
The post-holder responsibility:
- To promote and help to manage delivery of a quality nursing service, setting and monitoring clinical standards.
- To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
- To work as a Team Leader and Deputise for the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse within the framework of team nursing based on internal night rotation and in accordance with the nursing philosophy of Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Trust.
- To take lead responsibility for co-ordinating and facilitating the training, educational and development needs of staff.
To take lead responsibility for an area of clinical practice appropriate to the ward environment.
Internally the post holder will develop effective working relationships with:
- Falcon Ward Manager, Clinical Nurse Leader , CSNP team, Discharge Team, Social Services and the Emergency Department
For further information please contact Ward Manager Daniella Sines on daniella.sines@nhs.netMain duties of the jobTo work as a Team Leader and Deputise for the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse within the framework of team nursing based on the ward with the nursing philosophy of Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Trust.
To take lead responsibility for co-ordinating and facilitating the training, educational and development needs of staff.
To take lead responsibility for an area of clinical practice appropriate to the ward environment.
About usAshford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.We work in partnership with Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and Orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
DetailsDate posted: 19 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £41,957 to £50,387 a year
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Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 323-NM6654-SK
Job locations: Falcon Ward, St Peters Hospital
Guildford Road
Chertsey
KT16 0PZ
United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesSupport the Ward Manager /Sister in leading and supervising a safe, high standard of nursing practice and the delivery of evidenced based patient care in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Trusts Strategy for Nursing and Trust/Unit Policies and Procedures.
Assist the Ward Manager / Sister in providing and developing good nursing practice ensuring that said practices are in accordance with department and hospital policy.
Assist in the establishment, monitoring and evaluation of agreed standards of patient care and quality service.
Determine nursing care priorities, planning the delivery of patient care and considering the skill mix of staff.
Interpret the significance of the patients clinical observations and records, making decisions and planning in areas affecting patient care; reports promptly to medical or appropriate staff any matters which fall outside his/her responsibility.
Monitor clerical and legal documents completed by ward staff, ensuring they are accurate and legible.
Establish an effective communication system with patients, their carers, and all staff working in the multidisciplinary team.
Assist with any appropriate evaluation projects and in the assessment of new equipment and technology.
With the Ward Manager / Sister, ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.
To autonomously, within local and Trust guidelines and standards manage a caseload of patients with acute settings, undertaking appropriate assessment and action.
Receiving and analysing highly complex and highly sensitive information where there may be barriers to understanding due to age, language or inappropriate health beliefs.
To use developed persuasive, motivational and empathetic skills to teach patients and their carers following an elective surgical procedure.
To provide highly complex information regarding the patients history and medication and social setting in making appropriate referrals to members of the multidisciplinary team or other medical and surgical specialties.
To accurately document the examination findings and any changes in the patients condition or management, using the departmental investigation monitoring system and hospital records working within your Professional council guidelines.
To be aware of the boundaries of own scope of practice and to always manage the associated clinical risk effectively.
To be aware of health and safety aspects of the role and implement any policies that may be required to improve the safety of the work area, including prompt recording and reporting of accidents or incidents using the Trust reporting systems, and ensuring that equipment use is safe.
To risk assess all areas of work including manual handling risks, biohazards from body fluids, needle stick injuries, anxious or angry clients/carers, patients with mental health or cognitive dysfunctions etc.
Participate in regular audit collection with assistance and support of other professional within the Directorate.
Attend departmental, Divisional and Trust meetings where required and ensure the Orthopaedic service is championed.
Person SpecificationEducationEssential- Diploma or Degree in Nursing
- Practice Assessor/ Practice Supervisor training
- Mandatory Training compliance above 90%
Desirable- Nurse in Charge Competency
ExperienceEssential- 12 months of experience as a Band 5
- Experience of taking charge of the ward
- Managing unwell patients
Desirable- Leadership training, competency or experience
- Must be able to work Day and Night Shifts
SkillsEssential- NG competency,
- You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights.
Desirable- Able to competently assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
- Evidence of continuous engagement and readiness to take charge
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Falcon Ward, St Peters Hospital
Guildford Road
Chertsey
KT16 0PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Ward Manager
Daniella Sines
daniella.sines@nhs.net
01932722584
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
