University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Clinical Sister / Charge Nurse, Head & Neck
Job summary
Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.

We are looking for experienced Band 5s who are enthusiastic, confident decision makers; those who are willing to learn and lead are encouraged to apply.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, experienced Nurse to apply for a full time post as a Band 6 Clinical Sister/Charge Nurse on Gold Accredited, Ward 10 Head & Neck, on a fixed term/secondment basis for maternity cover.

The ideal candidate would have complex airway management skills including Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy, however this is not a requirement and the right candidate can gain these once in post. The candidate should be able to demonstrate high standards of patient care, have excellent communication skills and be able to engage other staff in improvement initiatives to inspire the ward in their accreditation journey.

The post will be full time working a mixture of long days and nights. Please call Sophie Graney (02476966590) if you wish to discuss your skills/experience in relation to airway management.

Applicants are invited to arrange a visit to the area prior to interview if you wish to do so.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates - If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Interviews planned for the week commencing 7th December 2026

Main duties of the job

• Accountable for own actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct. Will contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.
• Effectively communicate information regarding clinical decisions, policy and care pathways to patients/carers and the multi-professional team including situations where difficulties in comprehension occur.
• A skilled practitioner and clinical leader providing support to the management team, participating in service/policy development.
• Responsible for clinical assessment of a group of patients and management of a team, ensuring appropriate care is planned, implemented and evaluated/audited, involving patients and users.
• Organisation of cross-departmental/organisational activities including HR, resource, and bleep-holder responsibilities as appropriate.

About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details
Date posted: 11 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 218-NM-B6-8341276-A
Job locations: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities

• Develop and educate staff, participating in supervision, mentorship and appraisal as required.
• Utilise and ensure others utilise IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce and resource data available.
• Manage expected and unexpected clinical events requiring high but unpredictable levels of physical effort according to patient dependency/clinical need, referring to a senior member of staff where appropriate e.g. in an unexpected event.
• Support patients, carers and others during difficult situations arising in the clinical area, e.g. imparting bad news or following an unexpected event.
• Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment ensuring adherence to Trust standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control at all times.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Current Professional Registration
• Study at level 6 (degree / diploma)
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Teaching and Assessing qualification or willingness to undertake
• Qualified in the management of vascular access devices

Desirable

• Leadership qualification
• Tracheostomy Training
• Qualified in cannulation and venepuncture

Experience
Essential

• Professional clinical experience in appropriate specialty
• Ability to successfully manage people and change

Desirable

• Experience in HR and management related issues
• Previous Band 6 post holder
• Resource management

Knowledge
Essential

• A knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence based practice
• A sound knowledge of professional policies and procedures
• Knowledge of clinical governance and a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development

Desirable

• A good understanding of current issues relating to the NHS
• Experience in Policy/Service development

Skills
Essential

• IT skills
• Patient focused
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively
• Good management of own and others time
• Able to use initiative and make decisions
• Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions

Desirable

• Complex airway skills
• Leadership skills

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below)
• Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

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.

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Employer's website: https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager Sophie Graney, sophie.graney2@uhcw.nhs.uk, 02476965642
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