Ward Sister / Charge Nurse **Internal Applicants Only**

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Sister/Charge Nurse Internal Applicants Only

The closing date is 30 September 2026

Job summary

Internal Applicants Only

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse position on Byland Ward at Harrogate District Hospital.

We have a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team and together we are dedicated in providing the highest standards of care to patients who are frail and acutely unwell.

30 hours per week

Main duties of the job

The post is suitable for an experienced band 5 or equivalent who feels that they are ready for a new challenge and is able to motivate a team.

The post holder will need to be able to provide professional, clinical, and managerial leadership to nursing staff within the Ward and have responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of care for patients in the Ward setting, ensuring patients have a positive experience.

The applicant would need to have good communication skills and be able to work closely with patients and families/carers to provide specialist nursing and care.

Be able to work as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality nursing care for patients to aid them through their acute illness and through the rehabilitation process.

To assist in the training of junior staff and students and act as a role model.

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counseling service, and fast-track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion.

Details

Date posted

23 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

421-LTUCC-4007R

Job locations

Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager
Biju Varughese
Email: buju.varughese@nhs.net
Phone:

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The post is suitable for an experienced band 5 or equivalent who feels that they are ready for a new challenge who are able to motivate a team. The post holder will need to be able to provide professional, clinical and managerial leadership to nursing staff within the Ward and have responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of care for patients in the Ward setting and to ensure patients have a positive experience. The applicant would need to have good communication skills and be able to work closely with patients and families/carers to provide specialist nursing and care. Be able to work as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team, providing high quality nursing care for patients to aid them through their acute illness and through the rehabilitation process. To assist in the training of junior staff and students and act as role model.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse position on Byland Ward at Harrogate District Hospital. We have a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team and together we are dedicated in providing the highest standards of care to patients who are frail and acutely unwell., At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusio