Charge Nurse

Priory · Registered Nurse · viaReed

£46,014–£49,314 a year

Kilmarnock, ScotlandPermanentFull-timeOn-site
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Closing date
28 Nov 2026
Posted
4d ago
Specialism
Registered Nurse
Sector
Healthcare
Reference
reed-57549626

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Charge Nurse


Department:

Nursing


Employment Type:

Permanent - Full Time


Location:

Ayr Clinic


Compensation:

£46,014 - £49,314 / year



Description


Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic

£46,014 - £49,314 dependant on experience plus £5,000 welcome bonus

Full Time/37.5 Hours/Hours worked are over 7 days on a two week pattern with rotational days and nights worked in blocks. Pattern allows every second weekend off.


Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic has an opportunity for a Charge Nurse in Mental Health or Learning Disability Nursing to join our team.

Ayr Clinic, Ayr, is a low secure mental health service for males and females with a mental health diagnosis and/or personality disorder. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.



What you'll be doing


You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

The Charge Nurse provides senior nursing leadership within the ward team, working closely with the Ward Manager to ensure high standards of care.

You will be required to participate in an on-call rota which is worked on a rota basis with the Ward Managers and Charge Nurses.



You can find additional information in the attached job description.



What you'll bring to the role


Essential for the role


  • Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council in Mental Health/Learning Disability Nursing

  • Minimum of 18 months post-registration experience within a clinical speciality

  • Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality, with evidence of strong and visible positive leadership skills


What we will give you in return


We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.


  • Enhanced maternity pay

  • Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare

  • Access to development opportunities

  • Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel

  • Leadership & management development

  • Long service award

  • Refer a friend bonuses


Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

What you need to do now

Applications are handled by Priory on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 28 Nov 2026.

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