Paediatric Sister/ Charge Nurse in Swindon SN3 6BB inSwindon SN3 6BB PUBLISHED THU 2 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Lead compassionate paediatric care as a Paediatric Sister/Charge Nurse at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon (SN3 6BB). This Band 6, fixed‑term role (6 months) is offered part‑time at 25.5 hours per week, with a pro‑rata salary of £38,682–£46,580. You will manage day‑to‑day running of the Children's Unit/Paediatric Assessment Unit and Emergency Department for patients aged 0–18, co‑ordinating admissions, transfers and discharges, using PEWS, supporting safeguarding and acting as an advocate for children. You’ll lead a small team, maintain high standards of safety and care, and work closely with youth workers, mental health teams, safeguarding nurses and paediatric emergency physicians.

This post suits an NMC‑registered Children's Nurse with acute paediatric experience, competence across paediatric care including HDU, and safeguarding training. Great Western offers strong in‑house development — plastering, cannulation, EPALS and mentorship support — within a workplace guided by STAR values (Service, Teamwork, Ambition, Respect). DBS checks are required and skilled worker sponsorship will be considered. To apply, please click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert. You can also view the role on jobsincare.com for more information and to submit your application.