Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Ward Sister/Charge Nurse
Start Date: December 2026
Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 months
Fixed Term Contract End Date: December 2027
Purpose for Fixed Term: Maternity Cover

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team on ward C4, clinical oncology as one of the senior nurses. The role involves leading and managing the ward on a daily basis in providing a high level of care to our oncology and haematology patients. C4 specialises in providing expert care in specialist radioactive treatments as well as administering SACT and caring for those patients at the end of their lives or requiring palliative care.

About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: Depending on experience £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 188-SNM101126

Job responsibilities

• Managing and leading the ward on a daily basis
• Providing support to junior colleagues and learners on the ward
• Administering specialist SACT treatments
• Caring for patients that require specialist care including epidural, PCA management and are undergoing specialist radioactive treatments
• Holding the cancer care bleep to be a senior support to the care group

Essential qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Ward management experience
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Experience in an acute hospital setting
• Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
• Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
• Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable

• Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
• Appraisal skills
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Some insight into budget management

Trust values (essential)

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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.

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. Apply through our website for further information.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Apply through our website for further information.

Employer contact: Matron Abigail Fail, abigail.fail@uhs.nhs.uk