Junior Sister​/Charge Nurse

Main area Emergency Department Grade NHS AfC:
Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rotational) Job
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Site Manchester Royal Infirmary Town Manchester Salary £39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum, (Pro Rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 05/10/2026 23:59

At Manchester University Foundation Trust we are proud that we care for our people as much as our patients and that’s why we’d love you to join us within our Emergency Department here atthe MRI providing outstanding nursing care.

As a staff nurse at MFT you’ll be expected to work within the NMC code of Professional Conduct working throughout the department in Majors Assessment, Ambulatory Care, our Rapid Assessment Unit (Ambulance Triage) and RESUS utilizing state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that all our patients are seen efficiently and effectively, meeting all their clinical needs within the 4 hour target. As a major trauma center we work closely with North West Ambulance Service.

We show our commitment to our teams through excellent development and progression opportunities, starting with a comprehensive Induction programme, so we’re proud to nurture and support our nurses to provide the very best care. In return, you’ll deliver our values and nurse with pride, respect, empathy, consideration, compassion and dignity. So if you want a new start and the chance to nurse in one of the UK’s most pioneering Hospitals, there couldn’t be a better time to join us.

The post holder will prioritise, assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of care to an agreed and expected high standard. Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the clinical governance process. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for pre-registration students. Participate fully in a structured competency based programmes, as required while working in all areas of the Emergency Department.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the

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