University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Deputy Sister/Deputy Charge Nurse
The closing date is 19 November 2026

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Adult Registered Nurse to join our friendly and expanding team on MRU Tamar Tavy as a Deputy Ward Manager.

The Medical Receiving Unit acts as the main point of referral, assessment and admission of medical patients. Patients are accepted via referrals from the Emergency Department, Acute GP Service and other alternative routes to facilitate appropriate medical pathways for our patients.

Why not come and visit the unit for an informal visit, we would like to meet you and introduce you to the team.

You will need the qualifications of a Registered Nurse, and a willingness to undertake further training. AMU is a very supportive environment to develop skills for all registered staff members.

Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.

Main duties of the job
To support the Ward Manager to provide Clinical Nurse Management, leadership and expertise in all aspects of service delivery within sphere of responsibility.

The post holder, with support from the Ward Manager, will ensure that high standards are developed, implemented, and maintained, by ensuring clinical development of all staff within the department.

To lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment.

Relocation package may be available

About us
We are the Major Trauma Centre for the South West Peninsula. 130,000 patients come through our doors yearly, 25,000 of these are children & 700 are major trauma patients. The very distinctive Air Ambulance can be seen flying in & out of Derriford a few times a day, bringing people from all across the region to be treated.

Would you like to work in an environment that cares for a wide variety of patients and presentations? We pride ourselves on treating all aspects of health from medical and surgical emergencies, through to major trauma and mental health. Our patients range from new-born to care of the elderly. There isn't much we haven't encountered, but as with everything we do, we do it as a team dealing with things head on whilst supporting each other. No two days are the same and we can promise you, it won't be dull!

Whether you are bringing past ED experience or wanting to gain experience of working in a busy Major Trauma Centre, we really do want to hear from you. We value the personal skills, experience & qualities that every member of our staff brings, creating our diverse, knowledgeable and supportive team.

Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year, Per Annum, Pro Rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 216-LH-DC8333859

Job description
Job responsibilities
Continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs and setting standards by:

• Organising the department team to provide individualised patient care by utilising skill mix appropriately within the available resources in the absence of the Ward Manager.
• Ensuring staff work within national and locally agreed policies and procedures.
• Assisting in the compilation, implementation and evaluation of philosophies of care, ensuring support for the patient and his/her family and all staff members.
• Assisting in the implementation of policies such as Essence of Care, as per Trust/National guidelines.
• Developing programmes of education for all staff and ensuring best utilisation of educational resources.
• Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need.
• Ensuring all staff are appraised annually with appropriate reviews.

Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice are maintained by:

• Teaching staff to understand their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting.
• Monitoring incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes.
• Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
• Utilisation of Trust Risk Assessment documentation, to ensure that Health & Safety / Clinical risk issues are identified / actioned in the ward area.

For further details please see the attached JD & PS

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Proven Valid NMC registration; Proven Leadership course or the willingness to undertake.
• Desirable: Second registerable qualification relevant to the clinical area; Computer literate (ECDL); Recognised teaching qualification.

Knowledge & Experience

• Essential: Demonstrable experience in an acute Trust; Proven ability to work with credibility; Up to date with current government initiatives; Demonstrable experience within a similar role.
• Desirable: Demonstrable medical experience; Demonstrable experience in leadership.

Aptitude & Abilities

• Essential: Demonstrable excellent organisational skills; Demonstrable effective influencing skills in general and with senior health care professionals; Time management skills; Proven ability to work collaboratively and engage relevant stakeholders for the progression of the service.
• Desirable: Proven knowledge of managerial techniques.

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 the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address: University Hospitals Plymouth, PLYMOUTH, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Unit Manager, Alex Williams, alex.williams16@nhs.net, 01752438066

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