Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for two Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge in Endoscopy at University Hospitals Dorset. You will need to be a hard-working and motivated team player committed to delivering high standards of patient centred care with excellent communication and organisational skills, a flexible attitude and you will need to demonstrate a commitment to your own personal development. The post holder must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of gastroenterology and endoscopy. The successful candidate will support the Sister and deputise for them in their absence and be responsible for the coordination of the day to day running of the unit. Will work collaboratively with referring clinicians and other specialists as part of the multidisciplinary team. Will be pro- active in the development of other staffs' practice and also be able to show evidence of their own self development within their clinical role.
Based at: Poole Hospital and Royal Bournemouth Hospital but cross site cover will be required at Wimborne Victoria Hospital.
Interview date: 16th September 2026
Main duties of the job
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of speciality
- Ability to support Clinical Supervision
- Awareness of key principles of risk management process
Desirable
- Experience of clinical audit
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable Endoscopy experience
- Minimum of 3-4 years post registration experience
- Evidence of ward/department management
- Experience of leading, motivating and supporting a team
Desirable
- Experience of providing training and education
- Experience of presenting to others
- Experience of managing resources
- Experience of monitoring clinical practice
- Ability to manage change
- Experience of Recruitment and Retention issues
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration on NMC Register (RGN/RN Adult) or equivalent
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent / Mentor Course
Desirable
- Leadership course
- 1st level degree or working towards
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and project a positive image
- Delegation abilities and excellent time management skills
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This advert is for Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse - Endoscopy with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole Hospital and Royal Bournemouth Hospital. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pa/pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Sep 2026.
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