About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an organised, motivated and proactive Band 6 Charge Nurse to join our team. The post holder will play a key role in coordinating day-to-day operational activities, supporting service delivery and ensuring effective communication across multidisciplinary teams.
The Band 6 Charge Nurse will be responsible for managing workflows, monitoring performance against service targets and supporting the implementation of service improvements. They will act as a central point of contact for staff, patients and external partners, ensuring that services are delivered efficiently, safely and in line with organisational policies and standards.
Hours per week: 24
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. They will support team members, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and ensure accurate reporting and documentation.
This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively to maintain high standards of patient care and service delivery.
Job Summary
Is designated to take charge of the department, on a regular basis.
Is responsible for the co-ordination of all patient and nursing staff activities.
Is required to triage and assess patients to establish appropriateness for ambulatory services.
Is required to provide support to the senior nursing staff and Matron, participating fully in the development of initiatives which support the improvement of patient care.
Liaise with Matron, Directorate Manager, and senior colleagues as needed.
Deliver care in line with legal, ethical and professional standards, including safeguarding, information governance and consent.
Actively participate in annual appraisal and development planning and undertake any training identified through this process.
Follow all Trust and departmental policies including health and safety, infection control, confidentiality and data protection.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Further Information Essential
Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (Adult/Child/Mental Health) with current NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration. Evidence of continuous professional development and upto-date portfolio. Teaching, assessing, or mentorship qualification (e.g., ENB 998, Mentorship Module, Practice Assessor).
Desirable
Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards. Evidence of specialist training relevant to the clinical area.
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Up-to-date knowledge of evidence based practice and national guidance (e.g. NICE, NSF). Understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management processes. Knowledge of safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and patient safety standards. Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Ability to coordinate safe admission, transfer, and discharge planning. Strong leadership, team-building, and supervisory skills. Effective communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure. Competent in IT systems and electronic patient records.
Desirable
Knowledge of budgetary processes and workforce planning. Knowledge of digital systems for patient flow, rostering, and incident reporting Presentation and teaching skills for education sessions. Skills in service evaluation and change implementation.
Experience Essential
Significant post-registration experience within the relevant clinical specialty.
Desirable
Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff Experience of taking charge or leading a shift Experience contributing to service improvement or change Experience using audit or reporting tools Experience of complaint resolution or patient liaison. Experience of rota management, staffing allocation, or redeployment. Experience of contributing to financial/resource awareness
Other Role Requirements Essential
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please note that this is a non-scoring question
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)