At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in providing exceptional paediatric care and support to patients and families.
- Company: Join the renowned Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in healthcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, on-site leisure facilities, and competitive benefits.
- Other info: Experience a vibrant community and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Passion for paediatric nursing and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 46350 - 56650 $ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within F3 for an enthusiastic, flexible and committed paediatric Junior Sister with a passion for Paediatric nursing. F3 is predominantly a Day of surgery ward as well as a short stay admission unit and infusion area. We are looking for someone with good organisational and clinical skills with a vision to provide a quality service to the patients we see.
You will be expected to work alongside the existing team to provide a positive experience for patients and family members whilst helping to develop the service we provide. As a band 6 there will be an expectation that you will lead a team of staff and undertake development reviews, 1:1 meetings and complete sickness meetings. You will also be responsible for developing the service and creating a positive work environment for all staff on F3.
You will be required to have a good understanding of how F3 works, what patient groups we see and be able to work alongside members of the MDT to enable efficient working between theatres, recovery and other areas. You will be responsible for competently providing safe and effective care, without supervision to children requiring in‑patient hospitalisation and day stay care facilities. Assess care needs, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care.
Participate in the supervision, teaching, mentorship and appraisal of pre and post registration staff. Regularly co-ordinate the management of care delivered by nursing and non-nursing support staff, taking charge of the ward in the absence of the ward manager.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It’s a great place to nurse, work and live. You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development.
Our values of Together – Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health‑care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
- Our values and reputation for outstanding care
- Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
- Career and development opportunities
- Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
- Research experience and opportunities
- Lovely location and quality of life
- Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 1st November 2026. Interviews are due to be held on 11th November 2026. All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.
Benefits to you:
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on‑site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work‑life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working and flexible start and finish times.
Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse – Cambridge employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on employee well-being, CUH provides numerous benefits including on-site leisure facilities and subsidised transport options. Join a dedicated team that values excellence, kindness, and safety in patient care while enjoying the vibrant community of Cambridge.
Contact Details:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Recruitment Team
