Senior Charge Nurse

Overview NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who We Are NHS Ayrshire and Arran are 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.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net). Position An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Charge nurse within our Mental Health Inpatient Service based at Ward 11, Woodland view, Ayrshire Central Hospital. Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received.

Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity. Hours 36 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8am-4pm.

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.

What You Will Do The post holder carries 24 hour continuing responsibility for their ward/department and will provide clinical leadership to the nursing team. The post holder will: Lead and develop the nursing team in the provision of care for individuals experiencing mental health difficulties. Manage the team of nursing staff within their clinical area of the In-Patient mental Health Service and in addition: Lead the nursing team in the provision of safe and effective clinical practice.

Enhance the patients’ experience of care. Manage and develop the performance of the team. Contribute to the delivery of the organisational objectives.

Manage the budget for ward / department. Co-ordinate care within the multidisciplinary team. Plan the direction of service provision.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description. Knowledge, Training And/or Experience First level Mental Health nursing qualification and current registration with the NMC, with evidence of continuing professional development. Significant experience of working within the inpatient setting and of being nurse in charge.

Band 6 experience would be advantageous. Further Information If you want to find out more about the role, please contact David McGill Clinical Nurse Manager on 01294 322452. Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship 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 Visas and Immigration Service. NHS Scotland Boards will check this as part of the recruitment process. It is essential that you check 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. 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.

Please visit here for further information. We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts. Additional Information For Candidates You should apply for this post by completing the application process on NHS Jobs Scotland.

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