Band 7 Senior Sister
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary
Cedar Ward is a 24 bedded Acute Trauma and Orthopaedic Ward, General Surgery, some ENT and Max Fax . It also accommodates surgical patients that are leaving ITU that require tracheostomy care ( usually 1-2 pts maximum).

Working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours which may entail some flexibility when required.

The current post holder is retiring after a long successful career as the Senior Sister on this ward, she has nurtured a mature, skilful, dedicated and kind team of nurses.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to the speciality.
• To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care.
• To work weekdays and if requested to work occasional weekends and/or nights to monitor quality of service throughout a 24 hour period.
• To take overall responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of the Quality & Safety boards and daily monitoring of planned vs actual staffing levels.
• To monitor and ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients' feedback to improve patient care.
• To be responsible for the supervision and development of all staff including student nurses and support workers, providing support, advice and training.
• To effectively manage the ward resources, i.e. pay and non-pay budget, human resources, the clinical environment and inclusive of beds where appropriate.
• To ensure compliance of mandatory training and appraisal requirements for all nursing staff.
• To act as an effective role model and mentor promoting excellence through practice.
• To act up for the Matron when necessary.
• To be an ideas person that is able to come up with solutions, manage quality projects and lead change as required.

About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please apply through our website.

Details
Date posted: 31 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum Inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 391-RFL-8142198
Job locations: Cedar Ward, Barnet Hospital Wellhouse lane, Barnet Herts, EN5 3DJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Recognized teaching or mentorship qualification

Desirable

• Degree level qualification or working towards

Experience
Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience in area of specialty
• Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
• Proven evidence of improving the patient experience
• Current experience of line management of staf

Skills and Aptitudes
Essential

• Expert specialist skills for the post
• Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
• Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
• Demonstrates skills in IT systems
• Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
• Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
• Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
• Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
• Able to recruit staff to world class values

Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential

• Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate a credible and professional approach
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
• Diplomatic and calm
• To be flexible and approachable

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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.

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.

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

Employer Details
Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Cedar Ward, Barnet Hospital Wellhouse lane, Barnet Herts, EN5 3DJ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer Contact Details
For questions about the job, contact: Surgical Matron, Michele Bozier, michelle.bozier@nhs.net, 02082164600