Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse- Katharine House Hospice

3 weeks ago


Banbury, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals Full time

Job overview

Katharine house is an bed NHS hospice within Oxford University Hospitals Trust specially designed to provide Palliative and End of Life Care and support for patients and their families with advanced incurable disease. We provide specialist care aiming to focus on quality of life and respecting the uniqueness of each person.

We have an exciting opportunity for innovative individuals to join our team at Katharine House Hospice as a Deputy Sister/ Charge Nurse. As part of the senior nursing team you will assist the Ward Manager in providing excellent clinical and managerial leadership and will have the opportunity to gain an insight into the Ward Manager role. You will be supported to develop the necessary skills and expertise to carry out appraisals, staff development and as a line manager you will take responsibility of a team comprising of staff at a variety of band levels.

Main duties of the job

Clinical expertise and experience in Palliative and End of Life Care are desirable for this post as working clinically you will not only provide excellent care for our patients and their families but will be expected to support more junior team members. When leading the team you should be able to work well under pressure and adopt a flexible approach to work. With new ideas and visions being explored and developed, we are seeking enthusiastic individuals to share and participate in our journey. 

For questions or more details please contact Inpatient Unit Ward Manager, Abbie Hessey- k

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust  is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this  Delivering Compassionate Excellence  and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the .



  • Banbury, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Band 6 Emergency Department The Emergency Department at The Horton General Hospital currently has a vacancy for a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse. We are a friendly team of skilled practitioners, who take pride in the quality of the care we provide in a fast-paced and demanding environment. We know the values of providing excellent care to...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    If you have an interest in Women's Health, are flexible and self motivated, then we would like to hear from you. A Band 6 Deputy Sisters/Early pregnancy Specialist Nurse post has become available in our unit. If you want to work within a supportive and challenging environment assisting the doctors to provide care for women with a wide range of...

  • Deputy Sister

    4 weeks ago


    Banbury, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Provide exceptional patient care which is underpinned by evidence based practice at OUH Work in partnership with the patients’ family and friends to be actively involved in the caring process on behalf of the patient where agreed. Manage, direct and evaluate the nursing care of patients Communicate effectively information to patients/relatives/carers/...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    If you have an interest in Women's Health, are flexible and self motivated, then we would like to hear from you. A Band 6 Deputy Sisters/Early pregnancy Specialist Nurse post has become available in our unit. If you want to work within a supportive and challenging environment assisting the doctors to provide care for women with a wide range of gynaecological...


  • Banbury, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals Full time

    Job overview Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer the opportunity to join our team within Emergency Medicine as a Band Emergency Nurse Practitioner We are looking for a motivated and innovative person who is an expert in Minor injury and illness management, to enhance our established service. The successful...


  • Banbury, United Kingdom the fundraising partnership Full time

    **Charity Fundraiser Katherine House** **Job Type**: Full Time **Location**:Banbury **Salary**:Competitive - “I had never thought of doing something like this before but now I am, I realise that it’s the best_ - job that I have ever had”_ What are your real priorities for your next job? Is work-life balance really important to you and do you want...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Children's Staff Nurse - Emergency Department If you have an interest in emergency nursing and share our enthusiasm for delivering high standards of care, we have a position for you. We are looking for Children's Nurses that have previously worked in an emergency setting or have ward based skills looking to gain experience in this dynamic...

  • Nurse - Casual

    3 weeks ago


    Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Bloxham School Ltd Full time

    Palmer Health Centre provides health care to Bloxham School pupils between the hours of 8am and7pm 6 days a week, with an on-call service provided by the permanent nursing team at other times. Currently there is a Senior Nurse, two Sisters and two Health Care Assistants in the team, which is supported by the School Medical Officer. The Health Centre runs...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Bloxham School Ltd Full time

    Palmer Health Centre provides health care to Bloxham School pupils between the hours of 8am and7pm 6 days a week, with an on-call service provided by the permanent nursing team at other times. Currently there is a Senior Nurse, two Sisters and two Health Care Assistants in the team, which is supported by the School Medical Officer. The Health Centre runs two...


  • Banbury, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Children's Staff Nurse - Emergency Department This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with plenty of initiative to join our team. If you have an interest in emergency nursing and share our enthusiasm for delivering high standards of care, we have a position for you. We are looking for Children's Nurses that have...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Children's Staff Nurse - Emergency Department This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with plenty of initiative to join our team. If you have an interest in emergency nursing and share our enthusiasm for delivering high standards of care, we have a position for you. We are looking for Children's Nurses that have previously...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Barchester Healthcare Full time

    ABOUT THE ROLE As a Pre Registered Nurse at Barchester, we will look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with a range of physical and mental needs. You can expect to be supported by us in working towards your PIN whilst working with an experienced team of clinical professionals. Responsibilities will range from developing tailor...


  • Banbury, United Kingdom Wardington House Nursing Home Full time

    Personal Assistant to the Matron and Managing Partner of Wardington House nursing home. Wardington House is a long established family run home that cares for around forty five residents and employs around 95 staff. The role is full of variety with three main functions involving staff, residents and their families, and regulatory compliance. Staffing: You...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Ltd Full time €28

    Registered Mental Health Nurse Opportunity available for a Registered Mental Health Nurse to work within an community Team, Based in Banbury The team sits within the Community Team with the role predominately providing assessments to new and existing patients within their care. As a Registered Mental Health Nurse you will use your compassion and clinical...


  • Banbury, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Theatres Centralised Advertisement Job Title: Anaesthetics/Scrub/Recovery ODP/Nurse Are you committed to delivering the highest standards of perioperative care & safety? Would you like to work for a Trust where you can be proud of the contribution you make to delivering compassionate excellence to your patients? Obtaining...


  • Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom British Veterinary Association Full time €31,000

    If you are an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a warm and friendly team, then we would love to hear from you! You will be someone that enjoys going that extra mile to provide the best care to your patients. About Us: Our practice is a well-equipped, high standard practice, with 3 consult rooms, full in-house laboratory, Digital CR...

  • Home Manager

    2 days ago


    Banbury, United Kingdom Health Recruit Network Full time

    Position: Nursing Home Manager Salary: £55k - £60k per annum Hours: Full time - Day Shifts Company Type: Charitable Provider (Care First) Requirements: Experience as a Home Manager or Deputy Manager / Clinical Lead Are you looking for a company where the residents are put first within a positive environment? We have recently been tasked with helping a...

  • Home Manager

    14 hours ago


    Banbury, United Kingdom Health Recruit Network Full time

    Position: Nursing Home ManagerSalary: £55k - £60k per annumHours: Full time - Day ShiftsCompany Type: Charitable Provider (Care First)Requirements: Experience as a Home Manager or Deputy Manager / Clinical LeadAre you looking for a company where the residents are put first within a positive environment? We have recently been tasked with helping a country...


  • Banbury, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    **Nursery Room Leader-Banbury -** **ASAPStart** **Are you a qualified/aspiring Nursery Room Leader wanting to join an outstanding Nursery located inBanbury ?** Our organisation specialises in providing best-in-class childcare solutions for families with babies, toddlers and preschool children. Our nursery settings are purposefully designed to ensure that...


  • Banbury, United Kingdom Ramsay Health Care Full time

    Description Bank Orthopaedic Practitioner | The Cherwell Hospital | Bank Hours We are currently seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Practitioner/Health Care Assistant to join our busy Outpatients. The Role The successful candidate will need to demonstrate high standards of expertise in casting, plastering and bracing techniques, providing...