West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward F9

The closing date is 20 November 2026

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Job summary
As a band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse, you will be a visible personality on the ward who is able to take control of situations and manage the general day to day running of the ward, in the ward manager's absence.

You will need to be approachable and supportive to all staff and be able to offer advice and guidance when needed.

You will lead by example and support junior staff to maintain the ward's high standards.

Main duties of the job
For full details of the Job role and Person specification, please see attached Job description.

Please note: This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a high volume of applications is received. Early application is therefore encouraged.

About us
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge and provides acute and secondary care services.

We provide community services in West Suffolk, and specialist community services across the county, including nursing, therapy, and specialist services.

Ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation services are provided through community inpatient beds, including at Newmarket Community Hospital (NCH). A new Community Diagnostic Centre based at NCH opened in December 2024.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and teamwork guide how we work and behave as a team.

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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, Flexible working
Reference number: 179-8397038-M
Job locations: West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Hardwick Lane, Bury St Edmunds, IP332QZ, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the Job role and Person specification, please see attached Job description.

Please note: This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a high volume of applications is received. Early application is therefore encouraged.

Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential

• NMC Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• ILS
• Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Desirable

• ALS
• Working towards degree
• Preparation for Mentorship

Experience and knowledge
Essential

• Previous significant experience at Band 5 level
• Teaching/supervision experience
• Management experience
• Research awareness

Desirable

• Awareness of the Trust's financial and governance goals
• Previous experience in an Acute care setting

Skills and abilities
Essential

• Mentorship skills
• IV Drug Administration
• IT skills
• Able to act up for Ward Manager
• Time Management skills
• Communication skills
• Organisational skills

Desirable

• Venepuncture
• Cannulation
• Arterial Blood Gas collection
• Proficient with E-Care

Personal qualities
Essential

• Leadership qualities
• Able to work under pressure
• Commitment to delivering high quality service
• Ability to show empathy and compassion to patients and relatives
• Flexible approach to working hours and duties

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
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address: West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Hardwick Lane, Bury St Edmunds, IP332QZ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.wsh.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager Kelly Peters, Kelly.Peters@wsh.nhs.uk

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