Sister/ Charge Nurse
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 21/09/2026
- Closes
- 04/10/2026
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Role summary
As a Session Sister/Charge Nurse, you will lead donor-facing teams and blood collection activities to ensure a safe, high-quality donation experience. You will be a visible clinical leader, supporting and motivating colleagues, overseeing donor eligibility and care, and managing clinical risks. The role involves ensuring regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement to achieve operational targets. You will champion NHS Blood and Transplant's values, ensuring every donor receives a compassionate and professional experience.
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or 2).
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to continued learning.
- Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework such as Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- Knowledge and understanding of BSQR and GMP requirements.
- Valid UK driving licence.
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- Substantial management and leadership experience within a clinical environment.
- Experience of leading and implementing change, while motivating and supporting teams to deliver high standards of care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective working relationships.
- Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with experience of risk management, performance management and clinical governance.
- Experience of mentoring, coaching and developing colleagues, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
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- Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or 2).
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to continued learning.
- Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework such as Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- Knowledge and understanding of BSQR and GMP requirements.
- Valid UK driving licence.
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- Substantial management and leadership experience within a clinical environment.
- Experience of leading and implementing change, while motivating and supporting teams to deliver high standards of care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective working relationships.
- Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with experience of risk management, performance management and clinical governance.
- Experience of mentoring, coaching and developing colleagues, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
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Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £39,959 – £48,117 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 13d
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NHS Blood and Transplant
Sister/ Charge Nurse
The closing date is 04 October 2026
Job summary
As a Session Sister/Charge Nurse, you will lead donor-facing teams and blood collection activities to deliver a safe, high-quality donation experience. You will play a vital role in ensuring donor and patient safety, maintaining regulatory compliance, and achieving operational targets while promoting excellent standards of care. As a visible clinical leader, you will support, motivate and develop colleagues, oversee donor eligibility and care, manage clinical risks, and drive continuous improvement. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will champion NHS Blood and Transplants values, ensuring every donor receives a compassionate, professional and positive experience while helping to save and improve lives through the collection of safe blood products.
Main duties of the job
- Lead donor-facing teams and blood collection activities to ensure a safe, effective and positive donation experience.
- Provide visible clinical leadership, setting clear expectations and supporting teams to achieve operational and quality objectives.
- Act as the expert in donor eligibility, donor care and the management of adverse donation events.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, standard operating procedures and clinical governance processes.
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