Overview
The Children\'s Ward are seeking to recruit a motivated, organised and enthusiastic acting Senior Sister/Ward Manager to oversee the managerial responsibilities and duties of the ward. This role requires a registered paediatric nurse with post-registration experience, teaching and mentorship qualifications, and degree-level education in a health-related subject (or willingness to commence within 1 year in post). The Division is progressive and innovative and operates a rotational policy across sites to meet service and development needs.
Responsibilities
* Provide the highest standard of evidence-based patient care and support the development of staff.
* Create an excellent learning environment for student nurses and contribute to the educational experience for children, young people and their families.
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and help facilitate a high-quality care environment.
* Support and develop staff, including mentoring and teaching activities.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Registered paediatric nurse with post-registration experience.
* Teaching and mentorship qualification.
* Educated to degree level in a health-related subject (or willingness to commence within 1 year in post) or equivalent experience.
* Computer literate; able to adapt to change and learn new skills; ability to work across sites when required.
* Current experience as a Senior Sister (Band 7) / Charge Nurse or equivalent leadership role.
Desirable
* Experience in complaints handling, budgetary management, and quality improvement work.
* Management/leadership qualification; PILS course.
About us
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (DBTH) is a leading acute trust serving a population of more than 440,000. The organisation employs over 7,000 colleagues across three main hospital sites and additional services. DBTH supports flexible working where possible and is an equal opportunities employer.
Benefits
* Extensive range of learning opportunities
* NHS Pension Scheme
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
* NHS Car Lease schemes and salary sacrifice options
* Discounts with external providers
Details
Date posted: 30 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change | Band: Band 7 | Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per annum (Pro Rata)
Contract: Permanent | Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster DN2 5LT
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for details. You will be required to read both documents carefully and present original certificates of qualifications listed in the person specification if shortlisted.
Additional information
* Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from individuals who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applicants. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance for eligibility.
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
* UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address: Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT
Employer website: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/
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