Senior Charge Nurse

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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Are you looking for a rewarding career move where your leadership can make a real impact? The leadership team at Belford Hospital in Fort William is seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and motivated individual to lead our team in Ward One. We are looking for someone with a flexible approach, a considerate manner, and proven experience in team working and staff management, along with evidence of strong communication skills.

Experience in caring for older adults and knowledge of rehabilitation are desirable. The ability to balance competing demands while maintaining consistently high standards of patient care is essential.

Fort William, nestled at the foot of Ben Nevis, is known as the outdoor capital of the UK and offers an exceptional quality of life for those who enjoy fresh air and outdoor pursuits. The surrounding area includes remote wilderness, small islands, and the larger well‑known isles of the West Coast. The town has excellent schools and is within easy day‑trip distance of the cosmopolitan cities Glasgow and Inverness.

Hospital Overview

• A 24‑hour Emergency Department, receiving trauma cases linked to mountain and outdoor activities
• A 17‑bed Combined Assessment Unit (CAU)
• A 2‑bed High Dependency Unit (HDU)
• A 12‑bed Rehabilitation Ward

This is a fixed‑term or secondment opportunity, full time (36‑hour post) for 12 months, predominantly working a 9‑5 shift pattern with flexibility expected to meet the needs of the service.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Lead the team in Ward One, ensuring high standards of patient care and effective teamwork.
• Possess a flexible, compassionate approach and consideration for staff and patients.
• Demonstrated experience in team working and staff management with strong communication skills.
• Experience caring for older adults and knowledge of rehabilitation is desirable.
• Ability to balance competing demands while maintaining consistently high standards of patient care.
• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours; part‑time hours will be adjusted pro‑rata and the hourly rate increased to keep pay unaffected.

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