Senior Sister/Charge Nurse - ED
The closing date is 23 August 2026

Job Summary
An Exciting opportunity has arisen within our Emergency Department for Band 7 ED Senior Sister/Charge Nurse post. You would be part of an Outstanding Organisation that works closely with its partner agencies to ensure that high standards of acute care are received by our Local Community. Our Department is at the forefront of Emergency Care, delivering optimum services for trauma patients and CVA pathways, as well as other emergencies. Successful applicants will have relevant experience as a Band 6 Sister within Emergency Nursing; you should possess a wide range of appropriate clinical skills and have a keen interest further developing your Management skills. You will be part of a Senior Team which will be supporting the Emergency Head of Nursing Emergency Care Department (HON) and Matron in delivering optimum care to our community to ensure the Trust values and beliefs are adhered to. This will include having a firm understanding of local and national initiatives in order to assist the team meet the Emergency Care four hour standard. If you are interested in finding out more, please call or email Emergency ED Matrons Sian Rees or Stephanie Holmes. Telephone 01737768511 extension 7469 or bleep 120, email sian.rees1@nhs.net or stephanie.holmes@nhs.net.

Main duties of the job
For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

About us
We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals. Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon - covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital. We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and well being to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.

Details
Date posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum plus high cost allowance
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 326-8203621-RR
Job locations: East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the role please read the attached job description and person specification.

Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the role please read the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification
Essential

• Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• A complete and accurate application
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• Evidence of essential experience for role
• Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
• Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
• Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

Essential

• Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• A complete and accurate application
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• Evidence of essential experience for role
• Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
• Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
• Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

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 (opens in a new window).

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 (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address: East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer details
Employer name: Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address: East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
ED Matron
Sian Rees
sian.rees1@nhs.net
01737768511

Details
Date posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum plus high cost allowance
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 326-8203621-RR
Job locations: East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH, United Kingdom