Job summary
Closing Date: 08.10.2026(this may change dependent on response).

Shortlisting to take place following closing date commencing 09.10.2026

Interview expected to take place in the week commencing 19.10.2026

We are a large team that is open to new ideas and passionate about improving care in line with the trusts vision.

You will be required to work flexibly in a changing environment, to be confident and approachable. We are looking for someone to work with the ward manager and other junior sisters to focus on the delivery of high calibre patient centred care whilst supporting the ongoing development and wellbeing of the team. You will be well supported in your role and on-going development with many opportunities to develop new skills.

Main duties of the job
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide, we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received.

We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, excellent pension scheme and advice on childcare.

About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:

• We value people
• We are one team
• We care

We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Experience of post registration
• Knowledge of ENT/Ophthalmology

Desirable

• Change management skills and experience. Experience of staff management.

Skills
Essential

• IV Skills
• Good verbal and written command of English
• Computer literacy including email, data entry, powerpoint
• Leadership & communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisation skills
• Effective listening and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Presentation skills
• Appraisal Skills

Knowledge
Essential

• Infection Prevention & Control Knowledge of quality initiatives within the Trust
• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality

Qualifications
Essential

• RGN
• Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent experience/working towards
• Teaching & Assessing in practice qualification SLIP/ENB6590/998

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.

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Bradford Teaching Hospital Foundation Trust, Duckworth Lane, Bradford, BD9 6RJ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Manager
julia barraclough
julia.barraclough@bthft.nhs.uk

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