Junior Sister​/Charge Nurse - Paediatrics; Ward

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Junior Sister / Charge Nurse - Paediatrics (Ward 77)

The closing date is 11 February 2026

Ward 77 is a 32 bedded surgical ward specializing in Nephrology, Urology, General and Complex Surgery and Surgical Gastroenterology. We provide a number of specialist surgical procedures to the local, national and international population including bladder extrophy surgery as well as the management of intestinal failure and short bowel.

Ward 77 is a busy 32 bedded surgical ward specialising in Nephrology, Urology, General and Complex Surgery and Surgical Gastroenterology. We provide a number of specialist surgical procedures to the local, national and international population including bladder extrophy surgery as well as the management of intestinal failure and short bowel.

Ward 77 also specialises in renal transplantation and we provide 1 to 1 high dependency nursing care for children immediately post transplantation as well as providing peritoneal dialysis within the inpatient ward area.

The successful candidates will work alongside the Ward Manager and Practice Educator with a particular focus on:

• Bedside training and education for staff, patients and carers.
• Supporting junior staff with their workloads and the coordinating of shifts.
• Leadership and professional role modelling through complex communication, challenging practice and celebrating achievement as it occurs.
• Supporting the Ward Manager to ensure quality, safety and patient experience.

We will provide a comprehensive induction and the role will allow you to develop varied clinical and interpersonal skills. We also offer extensive PDP opportunities.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it s an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you ll need, take a look at the

Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you ll need to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others.

Most importantly, it also contains critical information you ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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