Job summary We are really excited to offer the position of Senior Staff Nurse on Sidmouth Ward. Sidmouth Ward is a 28 bedded Gastroenterology and acute medical ward, that delivers acute care to patients from different medical specialties. The post holder works as a skilled practitioner and is responsible for the delivery of patient -focused programmes of care, which address the complex and changing health and wellbeing needs of the client group in his/ her clinical area. The post holder ensures the smooth running of the ward / department in the absence of the Ward Sister/ Charge Nurse, and provides clinical and managerial leadership to nursing and support staff. Main duties of the job Support the Ward / Department Sister/ Charge Nurse in leading the team to deliver the objectives of the clinical area. In the absence of the Ward Department /Sister/ Charge Nurse, be responsible for ensuring that all patients in the given clinical area receive safe, competent nursing care. Lead the team for which he/ she is responsible, working flexibly to support other/ more junior colleagues on a day-to-day basis. Demonstrate excellent personal communication. Establish and maintain effective two-way communication channels with individuals and groups. Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients and others may be infringed. Work with Ward / Department Manager and Finance to develop skills in clinical and non-clinical budget management. About us Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK. The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good. Our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen. Date posted 19 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 193-7082536UCGB6-SSN Job locations Royal Berkshire Hospital London street Reading RG1 5AN Job description Job responsibilities 1. Understand the workload targets which have been set for clinical area, and demonstrate commitment to their delivery. Ensure that others are alerted to quality issues. 2. Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of the health, safety and security of self and others in work area. Identify and assess risks in work activities, and assist in developing strategies to manage these effectively. Ensure team works within risk management/ occupational health legislation and Trust procedures. 3. Contribute to the implementation of the development of the service. Be aware of new evidence and research in both general and specialist fields. Work creatively to develop practice and new ways of working, taking the lead in the change management process when appropriate. 4. Develop own skills, taking responsibility for continuing professional development and performance, maintaining own portfolio in accordance with post registration requirements. Works to achieve competencies appropriate to grade. Is able to identify own development needs in relation to current practice and future plans, setting personal development objectives. 5. In the absence of the Ward/Department Manager act as an signatory to authorise staffing requests to be considered by Agency Control Group. 6. Act up for Sister/ Charge Nurse as required. Job description Job responsibilities 1. Understand the workload targets which have been set for clinical area, and demonstrate commitment to their delivery. Ensure that others are alerted to quality issues. 2. Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of the health, safety and security of self and others in work area. Identify and assess risks in work activities, and assist in developing strategies to manage these effectively. Ensure team works within risk management/ occupational health legislation and Trust procedures. 3. Contribute to the implementation of the development of the service. Be aware of new evidence and research in both general and specialist fields. Work creatively to develop practice and new ways of working, taking the lead in the change management process when appropriate. 4. Develop own skills, taking responsibility for continuing professional development and performance, maintaining own portfolio in accordance with post registration requirements. Works to achieve competencies appropriate to grade. Is able to identify own development needs in relation to current practice and future plans, setting personal development objectives. 5. In the absence of the Ward/Department Manager act as an signatory to authorise staffing requests to be considered by Agency Control Group. 6. Act up for Sister/ Charge Nurse as required. Person Specification Education/ Qualifications/ Training: Essential NMC Registered Nurse Evidence of Leadership, management and speciality development Experience Essential Relevant post qualification of which in speciality. Must have recent clinical experience in speciality area. Experience in mentoring/ facilitation/ teaching/ assessing/ coaching. Experience of leadership/ management and speciality development. Desirable Experience of involvement in successful change management Person Specification Education/ Qualifications/ Training: Essential NMC Registered Nurse Evidence of Leadership, management and speciality development Experience Essential Relevant post qualification of which in speciality. Must have recent clinical experience in speciality area. Experience in mentoring/ facilitation/ teaching/ assessing/ coaching. Experience of leadership/ management and speciality development. Desirable Experience of involvement in successful change management 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 Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Berkshire Hospital London street Reading RG1 5AN Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)