Charge Nurse/Ward Sister
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT · Registered Nurse · viaNHS Jobs
£39959.00 to £48117.00
- Closing date
- 9 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 4d ago
- Specialism
- Registered Nurse
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5686651
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Job summary
The Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager/Charge Nurse plays a key leadership role within an Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit, supporting the Ward Manager in the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care. The post holder provides clinical leadership, operational management, and professional supervision to the multidisciplinary team, ensuring that service users receive person-centred, recovery-focused care within a therapeutic environment.
Main duties of the job
To support the Ward Manager in providing clinical and operational leadership within an Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, recovery-focused care while maintaining high professional standards and supporting the development of the ward team.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
Date posted
26 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
376-NLTT-0284
Job locations
Great Oaks Laurel Ward
Ashby High Street
Scunthorpe
DN16 2JX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day management and co-ordination of the ward.
- Act as Nurse in Charge and deputise for the Ward Manager when required.
- Provide leadership, supervision, and support to nursing and support staff.
- Deliver and oversee high-quality, person-centred mental health care.
- Undertake assessments, care planning, risk management, and evaluation of patient outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding procedures, and Trust policies.Co-ordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Manage incidents, complaints, and clinical risks appropriately.
- Support staff development through supervision, appraisal, and training.
- Contribute to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, carers, and external agencies to promote recovery and positive patient outcomes
Job responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day management and co-ordination of the ward.
- Act as Nurse in Charge and deputise for the Ward Manager when required.
- Provide leadership, supervision, and support to nursing and support staff.
- Deliver and oversee high-quality, person-centred mental health care.
- Undertake assessments, care planning, risk management, and evaluation of patient outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding procedures, and Trust policies.Co-ordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Manage incidents, complaints, and clinical risks appropriately.
- Support staff development through supervision, appraisal, and training.
- Contribute to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, carers, and external agencies to promote recovery and positive patient outcomes
What you need to do now
Applications are handled by Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 9 Nov 2026.
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