Job summary
One permanent post available and one fixed term/secondment opportunity.

The Acute Medical Unit AMU is seeking a motivated, experienced and compassionate Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse to join our nursing leadership team, delivering safe, effective and person-centred care within a fast-paced acute medical environment.

Working closely with the Lead Nurses, Matron and multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff, maintaining high standards of clinical practice and patient safety.

The role will also involve supporting staff development, contributing to performance management and quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with organisational policies and clinical standards.

We are looking for a proactive and adaptable nurse with strong clinical, organisational and communication skills, who is committed to leading by example, supporting staff wellbeing, developing the nursing team and continuously improving patient care within AMU.

Main duties of the job
The Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse will coordinate the day-to-day running of the unit, overseeing patient flow, admissions, transfers and discharges. They will allocate staff and resources according to patient acuity, dependency and clinical priorities, monitor staffing levels and workload, and respond to changing demands, escalating concerns where patient safety may be compromised.

They will promote effective communication, teamwork and professional accountability, ensuring appropriate delegation and supervision.

About us
Barnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.

At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.

We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

Visa sponsorship is only available to applicants who meet UK Skilled Worker eligibility requirements, including salary thresholds. Please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Please note we reserve the right to close positions early.

Details
Date posted: 29 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9163-0176E-10-2026

Person Specification
Knowledge and Awareness

• Current healthcare issues.
• Quality, audit and its application.
• Clinical Governance.
• Risk management.
• Health and Safety.
• Confidentiality.
• Statutory and professional requirements.

Qualifications
Essential

• 1st level registered.
• Evidence of post registration education and development/relevant experience.
• 998 or equivalent.

Desirable

• Recognised Leadership development programme attendance.

Experience

• Significant experience at Band 5 within this specialty.

Values

• Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• Please describe in around 100 words: Describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Pogmoor Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2EP, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk

For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Nurse Chelsea Scott
chelsea.scott1@nhs.net
01226431319

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