Job summary
'Internal Applicants Only'

The Senior Sister/Charge Nurse role is an exciting opportunity to develop your professional practice, leadership and management experience. This is a joint leadership role where two Ward Managers are responsible for the management of the 56 beds unit which includes a dedicated 11 bed Hi care Respiratory Support Unit. We are looking for a dynamic, motivated individual with a passion for ensuring quality driven care for respiratory patients. The successful candidate will show a commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and compassionate approach to leadership.

We require an innovative self-motivated individual who is passionate about Respiratory team to join our team as a band 7 senior nurse, Excellent communication skills and self-awareness are required for your own and others well- The post holder will also contribute to respiratory team use your expert clinical knowledge, leadership skill for day to day patient management and within colleagues to embed a positive practice environment, the support changes to our services within the medicine division and wider developments within Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

• To develop and share expertise within the multidisciplinary team
• To develop and utilize the skills and expertise to act as a resource in the care of patients needs, ensuring an optimum level of service to patients and their carers
• To deploy high level skills in order to provide effective communication systems of support for patients
• To adhere to and promote in others the importance of infection control guidelines and procedures
• To ensure that all patients and families are aware of all treatment options, including clinical trials
• To lead on policy and service development within a multidisciplinary team context.
• To deliver and supervise patient care for the clinical area ensuring assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a high standard of nursing care.
• To manage caseload of patients within defined clinical area.
• To lead the management of infection control for the clinical area in accordance with Trust Objectives and Policies.
• To organise own time and that of qualified junior staff, unqualified staff and students.
• To support the senior members of staff in the management and supervision of the defined clinical area.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, relatives and all members of the multidisciplinary team
• Maintain and develop high standards of care

About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is crucial to ensuring fairness, celebrating differences and creating environments where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.

To deliver the highest standard of care at Gloucestershire Hospitals, we foster an environment that promotes inclusivity, ensuring that both our staff can thrive and our patients receive services tailored to their needs.

Details
Date posted: 31 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 318-26-T0510
Job locations: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities

• To manage and professionally lead the nursing team in the clinical area and as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• All nursing tasks within the ward environment.
• Competence in medicines management is essential.
• Roster creation and management.
• Recruitment and retainment.
• Setting standards for the working environment.
• Sickness management.
• Performance management.
• Clinical audit and governance.
• Data reviews.
• Knowledge portal checks for ward performance.
• Obtaining patient feedback.
• Risk management and datix reporting and investigating.
• Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a high standard of nursing care.

Please do contact the unit for more information or an informal discussion on 0300 422 6665/0300 422 6760

Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Register nurse with NMC Diploma/BSc
• Extensive Teaching and assessing Qualification /mentor experience
• Experience of working in an acute clinical area as Band 6
• Evidence of leadership/management development
• Awareness of clinical skill across specialist areas

Desirable

• Leadership and management training/ courses
• Respiratory care module/ courses/training
• Advance communication skill and training/previous experience
• Working towards master level
• Audit experience

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.

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

Employer details
Employer name: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Respiratory Matron
Marie Williams
marie.williams4@nhs.net
07974433445