Phyllis Tuckwell provides supportive and end of life care for people living with an advanced or other terminal illness. Phyllis Tuckwell is based in Farnham, Camberley and Guildford and serves a population of 550,000 across West Surrey and NE Hampshire.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior nurse to join our friendly, supportive team in preparation for our move back to a new 18 bedded inpatient unit at Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham. The Inpatient Unit is currently a 10 bedded unit, located in temporary accommodation in Camberley.
Ward Sister/Charge Nurse
Full time – 37.5 hours per week
Salary £46,371per annum WTE based on 37.5 hours
Phyllis Tuckwell is looking to appoint an experienced registered nurse to our busy IPU team. Working alongside the IPU Manager and multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will lead, manage, develop, and support the nursing team in the delivery of high-quality end of life care. The Ward Sister is also expected to deputise for the IPU Manager in her absence, and to support her in the introduction of new initiatives and improvements. The Ward Sister will work with colleagues to support a culture consistent with our values of compassion, inclusion, dynamism and accountability.
The successful candidate will:
* Have experience working at Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/Senior Nurse level or be able to demonstrate proven ability to operate in a senior clinical leadership role.
* Have experience in, and a commitment to, high quality end of life and palliative care.
* Demonstrate the ability to lead a nursing team and provide day to day management and support to ensure the smooth running of the ward and the delivery of high-quality nursing care.
* Have experience of directly managing staff and attending to their development needs, through regular 1:1s, appraisals and performance management.
* Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Have excellent organisational and administrative skills, and the ability to prioritise workload, both on and off the ward.
* Demonstrate a commitment to practice development, education, audit, continuous learning and quality improvement within the inpatient setting.
Further information can be obtained from Heather Everitt, IPU Manager on 01252 729400 or heather.everitt@pth.org.uk. Informal visits are welcomed.
In return we offer:
* Continuation of NHS Pension or Phyllis Tuckwell Group Self Invested Personal Pension (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Blue Light Card
* Comprehensive education and training with personal development opportunities
* Clinical Supervision and support
* A motivated and compassionate team whose passion is to make a difference
* Multidisciplinary working within a forward thinking and supportive organisation
If you are unable to apply on-line application packs are available from HR on 01252 729408 or email: Recruitment@pth.org.uk
Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Sunday 24thAugust 2025
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check
Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core. We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.
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