Senior Charge Nurse

NHS Scotland

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SCN within our Maxillofacial, Orthodontic and Restorative Dentistry Department based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

35hrs per week, shift pattern depending on clinical activity. The post holder is required to participate in the site nursing page holder rota. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.

Full UK driving licence would be beneficial for this role.

Job Purpose:

The post holder will be accountable for the overall assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of care for patients accessing Maxillofacial, Orthodontic and Restorative Dentistry.

The post holder will be a registered nurse with current NMC UK registration. They will possess extensive post registration experience, with current experience at a senior level. They will be educated to Degree level equivalent or willing to work towards. The post holder will have post registration experience in an Out-Patient and Theatre environment.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part‑time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Marsha Maurri, Clinical Nurse Manager, Tel no:  email: mar

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