Sister / Charge Nurse – NHS Blood and Transplant
We have an opening for a Sister / Charge Nurse to lead a team of Healthcare Assistants and Donor Care Supervisors. The role is part full‑time (18.75h per week) and requires strong leadership, clinical expertise and a drive for continuous improvement.
This vacancy is not eligible for visa sponsorship; please only apply if you have a right to work.
Job Summary
Your main responsibilities will be:
* Taking clinical responsibility for the safe assessment and blood donation of our donors.
* Being accountable for the safe running of a blood donation session.
* Ensuring an excellent donor experience.
* Maintaining the competency and skills of your team and yourself.
* Adapting communication styles for difficult conversations.
* Continuously developing professional practice and contributing to organisational improvement.
Your working hours will be 18.75 hours per week, worked over 2 long days on a shift basis. Shifts can run up to a 9 pm finish, weekends are usually not required, and bank holiday cover may be required.
About You
Experience and Knowledge
* Demonstrate leadership qualities and best practice to deliver high‑quality care.
* Support the professional development of others.
* Understand clinical audit, research and improvement.
* Appreciate patient safety initiatives and risk management.
* Work confidently with information technology (hand‑held devices, Microsoft Office).
Qualifications And Training
* Registered Nurse, currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (Adult RN).
* Full, valid UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
About Us
NHS Blood and Transplant is a national organisation that saves and improves lives by arranging blood, tissue and organ donation. We value caring, expertise and quality and are committed to an inclusive workplace.
What We Offer
* No night shifts.
* Time off in lieu.
* Opportunities to work in other areas/specialisms.
* Facilitating donation.
* Flexible working where possible.
* 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part‑time) plus bank holidays; increases to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS pension scheme (defined benefit).
* Learning and development support (Thrive programme).
This vacancy will close at 23:59 pm on Thursday 13 November 2025. Interviews are anticipated to be held on Tuesday 25 November 2025 subject to confirmation. For informal enquiries please contact Karen Wright, Senior Sister / Charge Nurse, at karen.wright@nhsbt.nhs.uk.
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