Job summary We are currently recruiting for two senior sister/charge nurse positions in our Emergency Department: X1 Full-time position X1 x30- hour position We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual that thrives in a fast paced environment who aspires to deliver high quality care within a team of innovative professionals where every individual's contribution is valued. This role comes at an exciting time, as we prepare to transition into a new- state-of-art Emergency Department which is part of a large Emergency Village. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in Emergency Care. As a senior sister/charge nurse you will play a key role in shaping the transition into new ED whilst maintaining high standards of care. Your leadership will be essential in embedding new ways of working, supporting your team, and delivering the best outcomes for patients. If you are a motivated, dynamic nurse leader with a passion for emergency care then we want to hear from you Main duties of the job Key responsibilities: Clinical Leadership - Oversee the day-to-day running of the ED ensuring safe and efficient patient care and patient flow Staff management- supervise, mentor and support nursing staff, fostering professional development Patient Care - Ensure high standards of care, focusing on patient safety, dignity and experience Service Development - Contribute to the ongoing improvement of emergency care services, adapting to evolving clinical needs Collaboration - work closely with Doctors, allied health professionals and operations teams Resource management - ensure appropriate use of staffing, equipment and facilities About us We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you. If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods. We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service. Benefits we offer to you: o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays o NHS pension scheme membership o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further o NHS Staff discounts o Cycle to work scheme oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice Date posted 26 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number TEMP_500 Job locations Stepping Hill Hospital Poplar grove Stockport SK2 7JE Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached JD/Person specification The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £45.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached JD/Person specification The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £45.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Professional or clinical qualification relevant to the speciality or evidence of working towards Evidence of study at degree level Desirable Supporting learners in practice course Knowledge Essential An understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times. Updated research and evidence based practice Desirable Evidence of further learning Experience Essential Significant experience working in an Emergency Department in a leadership role Ability to work autonomously & as part of a team Desirable Coaching skills Skills Essential Manchester Triage qualification Suturing/Plastering Desirable Advanced Life Support Leadership qualification Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Professional or clinical qualification relevant to the speciality or evidence of working towards Evidence of study at degree level Desirable Supporting learners in practice course Knowledge Essential An understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times. Updated research and evidence based practice Desirable Evidence of further learning Experience Essential Significant experience working in an Emergency Department in a leadership role Ability to work autonomously & as part of a team Desirable Coaching skills Skills Essential Manchester Triage qualification Suturing/Plastering Desirable Advanced Life Support Leadership qualification 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). Additional information 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 Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Address Stepping Hill Hospital Poplar grove Stockport SK2 7JE Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)