(**) Junior Charge Nurse - Notley Ward

Job summary
Notley Ward is looking for dynamic individuals who have an interest and/or passion for trauma and orthopaedic nursing to join our friendly orthopaedic team.We are a 28 bedded ward providing care to patients with orthopaedic and medical needs. We are looking for hard working, flexible staff with good communication skills and a commitment to delivering high quality patient care. Successful applicants will work within our team to provide a high standard of care for patients with a range of acute traumatic injuries from neck of femur fractures to spinal injuries to elective joint replacement surgery. They will be required to work as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to assist in rehabilitating the patient to ensure a smooth and effective discharge.

We have a strong commitment to the personal and professional development of our staff, through support, individual appraisal, mentorship and clinical supervision. Senior Staff will also provide you with opportunities to explore your career pathways.We also hold an annual BONE day for all staff, a fun and educational day designed to develop team building skills, mix with colleagues from the other orthopaedic wards and celebrate the successes we have as a department.

Main duties of the job
Our ward prides itself in providing a high standard of patient care, experience, and quality service. Our team is friendly, supportive, vibrant and dynamic; everyone is encouraged to participate as a member of the team in developing their nursing skills. We offer a structured band 6 competency programme and support to complete mandatory training. We also apply for post graduate courses as they become available.

We hope to attract a wide range of experience for the post; we welcome applicants that have experience in different areas who would like to join our team therefore previous orthopaedic experience is preferred but not essential. All applicants do need to have motivation, flexibility, enthusiasm, be hardworking and a willingness to learn quickly.

Outstanding patient care skills are essential to support the patient, and a determination to continuously improve and develop services. We welcome people with innovative ideas and the ability to help make them happen.

About us
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.

Details
Date posted: 21 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 1 years
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 390-NM-DOM-BR-9764

Essential qualifications and experience

• Registered Nurse / NMC registered
• Demonstrable experience in a relevant clinical speciality

Desirable qualifications and experience

• NHS experience

Essential skills

• Ability to evidence experience

Desirable skills

• Mentorship course
• Orthopaedic Course / Competencies

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Senior Sister Hannah Broom, hannah.broom1@nhs.net, 03004430487

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