Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse - Plastics
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 March 2026 |
| Location: | West End, W1G 6JA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0360-26-0034 |
Summary
Job Title: Sister/Charge Nurse - Band 6 Department: Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery Unit Salary: £49,133 - £60,067 depending on experience Hours: 37.5 on Rotation Monday to Sunday Contract: Permanent About Us The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest independent charitable hospitals. We have been providing exceptional private healthcare for over 90 years and are known for our clinical excellence, patient focused care and specialist services. Our Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit cares for patients undergoing a wide range of specialist procedures. The team works closely with leading consultants and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, personalised care in a supportive and professional environment. The Role: We are looking for an experienced and confident nurse to join our Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit as a Sister/Charge Nurse. In this role you will provide clinical leadership on shift, supporting the safe and effective delivery of care for surgical patients. You will regularly take on Nurse in Charge responsibilities, coordinating the ward, supporting the nursing team and ensuring patients receive high quality care throughout their admission. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will continue to deliver clinical care while also guiding junior nurses and healthcare assistants, helping maintain high standards across the unit. You will work closely with the Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team to ensure safe patient flow, strong clinical standards and a positive team culture. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the ward when acting as Nurse in Charge Support the delivery of safe, high quality patient centred care Oversee patient admissions, discharges and transfers Provide clinical leadership and guidance to Band 5 nurses and healthcare assistants Monitor patient progress and escalate concerns where needed Support ward rounds, handovers and multidisciplinary communication Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records Promote safe practice and maintain infection prevention standards Support incident reporting, learning and quality improvement Contribute to maintaining a positive, supportive team environment Skills and Experience Registered Nurse with a valid NMC registration Experience working in an acute surgical ward setting Confidence in coordinating a clinical shift and supporting junior staff Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to prioritise workload in a busy clinical environment Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate patient care Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern including days, nights and weekends Benefits We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are: Private Medical Insurance Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Life assurance Travel season ticket loan Family friendly benefits A range of retail discounts Excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education Why Join Us Work in a leading independent hospital known for clinical excellence Be part of a supportive and highly skilled surgical nursing team Opportunities for professional development and career progression Access to education and specialist training Work in a modern hospital environment with strong clinical leadership Competitive salary and benefits package Apply Now If you are an experienced surgical nurse ready to step into a leadership role, we would love to hear from you. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you.