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Location
Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
26 Apr 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
10 Apr 2026

Job overview

Are you a dynamic and compassionate senior nurse looking for your next leadership challenge?

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced band 7 ward sister to provide strong clinical and operational leadership within one of our Healthcare of the Older Person (HCOP) wards. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate senior nurse who is committed to delivering high quality compassionate care to older adults with complex health needs.

As a ward sister you will be responsible for day to day management of the ward ensuring staff effective and person centred care for patients. You will lead and support a multidisciplinary team promoting a culture of professionalism continuous improvement and excellence in care. The role requires a visible clinical leader who can inspire staff, maintain high standards of nursing practice and ensure that patient experience remains at the heart of everything we do.

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