Ward Sister Charge Nurse Role Adult Acute with Sponsorship in Shrewsbury: Apply Now

Location
West Midlands, United Kingdom

Type
Permanent, Full Time

Salary (£)
38,682 to 46,580 per year

About Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
They’re not just another NHS trust, they’re a place where compassionate care meets career growth. At their Redwoods Centre in Shrewsbury, Birch Ward is home to a 16 bedded adult acute ward where patients of working age receive high quality support during some of life’s toughest moments. They’re looking for someone who can guide, inspire, and deliver the kind of care that really makes a difference.

Job details

Benefits

• Career growth: a clear path to develop leadership skills and progress in mental health nursing
• Supportive team: work alongside colleagues who’ve got your back on every shift
• Excellent NHS pension scheme: financial security for the future
• Generous leave: up to 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service
• Flexible working: balance work with personal life when needed
• Health and wellbeing resources: counselling, staff networks, and wellbeing support
• Extra perks: free car parking, flu vaccinations, and salary sacrifice schemes for cars and bikes

Requirements

• Registered mental health professional with the NMC
• Post registration course at degree or diploma level
• Student practice supervisor and assessor qualification
• Strong leadership qualities with a flexible, positive approach
• Evidence of extensive post registration experience
• Desirable: leadership qualification for added advantage

Salary Details

This Band 6 post offers a salary of £38,682 to £46,580 depending on experience and qualifications.

About the Role

As a Ward Sister Charge Nurse on Birch Ward, you’ll be leading from the front, managing day to day care while supporting patients and families through difficult times. You’ll take responsibility for clinical delivery, supervision of staff, and ensuring therapeutic interventions meet the highest standards.

This role isn’t just about administration, it’s about stepping into a position where your decisions shape safe care, your leadership inspires staff, and your presence reassures patients. From managing clinical areas in the absence of senior leads to guiding your team through complex situations, you’ll be right at the centre of care that truly matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of safe and effective care so patients feel supported and respected
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, building confidence and skill in others
• Work flexibly across wards when needed, keeping services resilient
• Liaise with statutory and non statutory agencies to strengthen patient support networks
• Deliver therapeutic interventions that follow agreed care plans and make a real difference
• Take charge of the ward in the absence of the manager, ensuring stability and continuity
• Maintain accurate records and monitor effectiveness of care for governance and quality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants over 18 years old are also subject to this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. They welcome interest from candidates of all backgrounds, knowing that different perspectives only strengthen the care they provide.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Birch Ward, The Redwoods Centre, Shrewsbury, SY3 8DS
• Contact: Recruitment Team

Reference Number
301-VA-25-7453832

How To Apply
Opportunities like this don’t come around often. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level in mental health nursing, apply today and make your move.