Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - Marie Curie West Midlands Hospice
| Posting date: | 11 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,959.00 to £48,117.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £39959.00 - £48117.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 May 2026 |
| Location: | Solihull, B91 2PQ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0516-26-0134 |
Summary
You will be responsible for the effective day-to-day running of the ward, including staff leadership, patient flow and resource management, while contributing to quality improvement, clinical governance and service development. A key part of the role is supporting and developing staff through supervision, appraisal and ongoing learning, fostering a culture of excellence, compassion and continuous improvement. Contract: Permanent; 37.5 Hours per week Shifts: A combination of day and night shifts from 7:00 to 19:30 or 19:00 to 7:30, Monday through Sunday, including bank holidays. Salary: Band 6 (Aligned with AFC), £39,959 £48,117 per year, plus applicable enhancements Location: Inpatient Unit, West Midlands Hospice, Solihull What we are looking for: Registered Nurse qualification with current NMC registration. Proven experience in a senior nursing role, ideally within an acute or specialist setting. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop others. Excellent clinical knowledge and commitment to evidence-based practice. Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively at all levels. Evidence of continuous professional development and compliance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making under pressure. Marie Curie Benefits Package: Defined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%) Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Help with eyecare cost (T & Cs apply) Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Whats in it for you: Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated) Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service) Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development) Industry leading training programmes Life Assurance Generous enhancements Advert Closes: 31-May-2026 Application Process To apply, please submit an online application and include a copy of your most recent CV detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie. For more information or an informal chat please contact ashish.sharma@mariecurie.org.uk Additional Information This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk. Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you your experience, perspective and voice.