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Leeds Teaching Hospitals Registered Nurse
The closing date is 12 November 2026
Job summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join the nursing team on J20, Infectious Diseases & Travel Medicine, within the Specialty & Integrated Medicine (SIM) Clinical Service Unit at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Based at St James University Hospital, J20 provides specialist care for patients with a wide range of complex infectious diseases, including HIV, tuberculosis, viral hepatitis, bone and joint infections, and infections acquired during international travel. This is a rewarding role for both newly qualified and experienced Registered Nurses who are passionate about delivering outstanding, patient-centred care in a specialist and supportive environment.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for compassionate, motivated and enthusiastic nurses who thrive in a busy team, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and are committed to providing high-quality care to patients and their families. In return, you will be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team, a dedicated Clinical Educator, and a structured competency programme designed to help you develop specialist knowledge and advance your career. If you are keen to learn, embrace new challenges, and make a real difference to patients with complex healthcare needs, we would love to hear from you.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
002380
Job locations
St James’s University Hospital
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name: Paul Farley
Position: Senior Charge Nurse
Email: [email protected]
Phone number: 0113 2069120
Shortlisting Date: 13/11/2026
Interview Date: 19/11/2026
Please Note: All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata.
Why you should join our Team
The Infectious Diseases & Travel Medicine team on J20 is a highly skilled and close-knit group of nurses, healthcare support workers, doctors, therapists and specialist practitioners who are passionate about delivering excellent patient care. We care for patients with a wide range of acute and long-term infectious conditions, meaning no two days are ever the same. Our ward combines specialist expertise with a supportive and welcoming atmosphere, where teamwork, respect and kindness are central to how we work. Staff are encouraged to share ideas, contribute to service improvement and take an active role in shaping the future of the ward.
Joining J20 means becoming part of a team that is committed to helping each other succeed. We place a strong emphasis on professional development, clinical learning and recognising individual strengths. Whether you are developing your clinical skills, pursuing specialist interests or taking your first steps in your nursing career, you will find opportunities to grow in a positive and encouraging environment. If you are looking for a role where you can build expertise, feel valued and make a genuine difference to patients every day, J20 is a fantastic place to develop your career.
What you will bring to the role
We are seeking motivated and compassionate Registered Nurses who are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate:
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Adult Nurse.
- A caring, compassionate and motivated approach to patient care.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care.
- A professional, reliable and trustworthy approach to work.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective prioritisation skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
- An enthusiasm for learning, development and supporting the education of others.
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name: Paul Farley
Position: Senior Charge Nurse
Email: [email protected]
Phone number: 0113 2069120
Shortlisting Date: 13/11/2026
Interview Date: 19/11/2026
Please Note: All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata.
Why you should join our Team
The Infectious Diseases & Travel Medicine team on J20 is a highly skilled and close-knit group of nurses, healthcare support workers, doctors, therapists and specialist practitioners who are passionate about delivering excellent patient care. We care for patients with a wide range of acute and long-term infectious conditions, meaning no two days are ever the same. Our ward combines specialist expertise with a supportive and welcoming atmosphere, where teamwork, respect and kindness are central to how we work. Staff are encouraged to share ideas, contribute to service improvement and take an active role in shaping the future of the ward.
Joining J20 means becoming part of a team that is committed to helping each other succeed. We place a strong emphasis on professional development, clinical learning and recognising individual strengths. Whether you are developing your clinical skills, pursuing specialist interests or taking your first steps in your nursing career, you will find opportunities to grow in a positive and encouraging environment. If you are looking for a role where you can build expertise, feel valued and make a genuine difference to patients every day, J20 is a fantastic place to develop your career.
What you will bring to the role
We are seeking motivated and compassionate Registered Nurses who are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate:
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Adult Nurse.
- A caring, compassionate and motivated approach to patient care.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care.
- A professional, reliable and trustworthy approach to work.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective prioritisation skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
- An enthusiasm for learning, development and supporting the education of others.
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
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Qualifications
Essential
- Please select Apply to view the full Job Description
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
St James’s University Hospital
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
St James’s University Hospital
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Charge Nurse
Paul Farley
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
002380
Job locations
St James’s University Hospital
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
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