Senior Sister Charge Nurse

We are recruiting to the post of Senior Sister/Charge Nurse within our In-Patient Unit. We are looking for someone who is able to support and lead a team of staff to provide high quality, evidence-based care.
If you are a passionate and committed individual who prides themselves on creating an ‘Outstanding’ service, then St Gemma’s welcomes your application to join our team.

We are looking for someone with:
The drive and energy to manage an in-patient ward within a specialist setting.
Excellent communication skills who will proactively model the St Gemma’s values and behaviour framework.
Strong leadership skills and an outstanding track record for service improvement.
Enthusiasm to maintain a positive and innovative working environment.
As a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse you will be expected to:
Effectively manage the running of the ward including quality, safety and budgeting.
Lead on the management of the staff including attendance and performance management, appraisal, support/pastoral care and roster.
Provide and participate in Clinical Supervision.
Be an enthusiastic and supportive role model, implementing evidence based practice.
Work as part of the Hospice team maintaining our CQC Outstanding rating.

St Gemma’s is committed to equal opportunities and strives to be diverse and inclusive, a place which reflects the communities we serve.  We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society as we value the different perspectives this brings.

For more information about the post please contact Laura Speight Head of Inpatient Care on 0113 2185500.
Closing date: 10th November 2025
Interview date: W/c 17th November 2025.