Job summaryThe post holder will provide high quality nursing care to patients, participating in the setting of standards of nursing practice within a cohesive multidisciplinary team. The expectations within this job description will be met through leadership, hands on clinical practice, education and training, and research. The post holder will be expected to act as the designated deputy for the Senior Sister / Charge Nurse and manage operational issues in their absence
Main duties of the jobThe Haematology ward is looking to recruit a Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse. The successful candidate will need to have experience from working in a cancer environment and have excellent communication and leadership skills. You will be expected to support the Ward Manager in the day to day running of the unit providing leadership in their absence. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who would like to build their management and leadership skills.
About usSt George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.DetailsDate posted: 14 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £45,953 to £54,254 a year pro rata per annum incl HCAS
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 343-8195474-RB-SK-A
Job locations: St Helier hospital, Wrythe Lane, Carshalton, SM5 1AA, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Junior Sister/Charge Nurse role at Epsom and St Helier.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Good basic education
- Experience in caring for haematology patients or acutely unwell patients
KnowledgeEssential- Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Understanding of Clinical Audit & Clinical Governance
Desirable- Involvement in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance programmes
SkillsEssential- Good verbal, and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to develop own practice
- Cannulation, phlebotomy
DesirablePersonalEssential- Motivated and enthusiastic
QualificationsEssential- Diploma in Nursing
- Teaching and Assessing Certificate
Desirable- Degree or working towards
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: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: St Helier hospital, Wrythe Lane, Carshalton, SM5 1AA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: C6 Ward Manager, Valerie Bumatay, valerie.bumatay@nhs.net, 02082962633
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. 
