Job summarySalisbury Foundation NHS Trust have an exciting opportunity for a Paediatric Sister/Charge Nurse who is passionate, motivated and committed to the care of children and young people to come and join our team on Sarum Ward.
We have created a bright and welcoming environment and have16 inpatient beds catering to children and young people aged 0-16 years. Woodlands Children's Day Assessment Unit is also included in the footprint of Sarum Ward and is open until late in the evening. We provide specialised care for a range of specialties including general paediatrics, orthopaedics, ENT, and general surgery. In addition we are the regional centre for burns and plastics accepting referrals from as far as Jersey. We are also one of nine hospitals in England who collaborate with the esteemed Spire Cleft Centre performing cleft lip and palate repairs to children within the region. Additionally, we are a Paediatric Oncology Shared Care Unit and link closely with Southampton University Hospital ensuring comprehensive and compassionate care.
As part of our multidisciplinary team, you'll also collaborate with various departments within the hospital, including the Children's Emergency Department, Day Surgical Unit, and our Neonatal Unit.
They will also show initiative and drive to working together, not only in continuation of their own professional development but to reach our ultimate goal in providing outstanding care to children, young people and their families.
Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member and team leader.
They will be a role model for expert clinical care and lead on specific projects/ management responsibilities as delegated by the Ward Lead.
They will role model the identified Trust values , deputising for the Ward Lead in their absence.
For full information on this role , please see the attached job description . We also welcome informal visits and invite you to contact the Ward Lead Lauren O'shea - Smee for this to be arranged.
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities
About usSalisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is part of the Bath, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Hospitals Group, alongside Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Together, we are committed to delivering outstanding, sustainable healthcare through collaboration, innovation and excellent patient care.
With a history spanning more than 250 years, SFT combines a proud heritage with a forward-looking approach to healthcare. We employ more than 4,000 staff, provide around 470 beds and deliver acute, specialist and regional services across Wiltshire and beyond.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where colleagues feel valued, developed and empowered to reach their potential. Flexible working helps colleagues balance work and personal commitments while meeting the needs of patients.
We offer NHS benefits including the NHS Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, staff discounts and onsite facilities.
Salisbury offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a historic city with beautiful countryside, access to the south coast and excellent transport links. Find out more at Experience Salisbury.
DetailsDate posted: 24 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
per annum pro rata if part time
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 269-SFT9975
Job locations: Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, Odstock Road, Salisbury, SP2 8BJ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Person SpecificationEducation , Qualifications and TrainingEssential- Current RN child registration , registered with NMC
- Nursing degree/ diploma , evidence of working at level 6/7
- Evidence of recent ongoing professional development
- Relevant post registration qualifications in speciality
- Mentorship/ teaching / Assessing course
Desirable- Completion of leadership/ management course
ExperienceEssential- Proven clinical experience in an acute paediatric setting
- Experience of taking charge / coordinating acute paediatric ward
- Evidence of teaching and assessing
- Experience of working within a MDT
Desirable- Experience in quality improvement projects or change initiatives
Knowledge and skillsEssential- Demonstrable proven clinical skills in relevant area
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Skills in organisation and establishing priorities
- Comprehensive and logical career pathway within paediatrics
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: Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, Odstock Road, Salisbury, SP2 8BJ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.salisbury.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Sarum Ward Lead, Lauren O'shea - Smee, lauren.o'shea-smee@nhs.net, 01722336262
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. 
