Sister/Charge Nurse - DART
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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Sister/Charge Nurse - DART
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
We are currently seeking a part time Band 6 Charge Nurse/Sister to join our team on Dart ward.
We welcome applicants who are passionate and driven, ready to take on a new challenge in their nursing career. Depending on your level of experience, training and support will be provided to help you succeed in this role. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable management experience and further develop your clinical and professional skills with the guidance of our experienced Band 6 team and Ward manager.
As the Band 6 Charge Nurse/Sister, you will be responsible for overseeing shifts and providing support to the nursing staff. Join us Dart ward and make a difference in the lives of our patients.
Main duties of the job
Work as part of a team both on the ward as a band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse, but also with other multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure a seamless delivery of service
Co-ordinate the ward to maintain flow and the patients journey
Assess the care needs of the patients and their families. To support the team to develop, implement & evaluate the care to a high standard, whilst demonstrating a compassionate nature and maintaining patients dignity
Participate as a skilled member of the multi-disciplinary team
Act as clinical advisor on nursing issues to ensure a high-standard of care is maintained utilising evidence-based practice
Participate in direct care and to facilitate sound discharge planning
About us
We are looking for an experienced, motivated and forward-thinking senior nurse who is keen to embrace the challenge acute nursing brings.
This post will provide you great job satisfaction, not only will you be working in an innovative dedicated friendly team on our 16 bedded ward within Totnes Community Hospital. You will have a voice and we always actively welcome new ideas, valuing staff and opinions.
Achieving and being part of facilitating a patient's wishes to happen is a very rewarding part of the role. This not only applies to patients who are being rehabilitated back to their homes but also for to those who are on an end of life pathway or are still actively being treated within a sub-acute environment.
Why work with us
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-8069415-FC&I-A
Job locations
Dart ward - Totnes
9 Coronation Road
Totnes
TQ2 5GH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NMC registration
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Practice Assessor
Desirable
- Qualifications relevant to Rehabilitation
- Evidence of post graduate study
- Leadership qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Recent registered nursing experience
- Senior band 5 coordinating in an acute ward setting
- Safe and competent practitioner aware of own limitations and needs
Desirable
- Experience within Elderly Care
Specific skills
Essential
- Able to work flexibly across a 24 hour rota
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Shift work
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills and team-working
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Articulate, both verbally and written
- Assertive, confident but approachable
Desirable
- Advanced clinical skills: Venepuncture, cannulation, NG tube insertion
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NMC registration
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Practice Assessor
Desirable
- Qualifications relevant to Rehabilitation
- Evidence of post graduate study
- Leadership qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Recent registered nursing experience
- Senior band 5 coordinating in an acute ward setting
- Safe and competent practitioner aware of own limitations and needs
Desirable
- Experience within Elderly Care
Specific skills
Essential
- Able to work flexibly across a 24 hour rota
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Shift work
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills and team-working
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Articulate, both verbally and written
- Assertive, confident but approachable
Desirable
- Advanced clinical skills: Venepuncture, cannulation, NG tube insertion
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dart ward - Totnes
9 Coronation Road
Totnes
TQ2 5GH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dart ward - Totnes
9 Coronation Road
Totnes
TQ2 5GH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Matron
Lisa Doggett
01803862622
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-8069415-FC&I-A
Job locations
Dart ward - Totnes
9 Coronation Road
Totnes
TQ2 5GH
United Kingdom
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