Hospital Sister Helston

Job summary

We are looking for a committed and motivated Hospital Sister who can provide strong clinical, operational and professional leadership to our nursing, HCA and housekeeping teams, while working closely with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team to deliver safe, person-centred and evidence-based rehabilitation.

In this role, you will coordinate individualised rehabilitation plans, oversee staffing and skill mix, support effective patient flow from admission to discharge, and contribute to audit, service development and quality improvement.

If you are committed to supporting both patients and staff and value collaborative working, we welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

• Provide clinical, operational and professional leadership to nursing, HCA and housekeeping teams.
• Lead the delivery of safe, person-centred and evidence-based nurse-led care and rehabilitation within the 24-bedded unit.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary team involvement to develop and implement individualised rehabilitation care plans.
• Support effective patient flow, including admission, care planning and coordination of complex discharges.
• Manage staffing levels, rotas and skill mix using the e-rostering system.
• Maintain high clinical standards in line with Trust policies and professional guidelines.
• Lead and participate in audits, quality improvement and service development activities.
• Act as designated budget holder, ensuring efficient and safe use of ward resources.
• Support staff through supervision, appraisal, teaching and promoting a positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with the therapy and community nurse teams.
• Deputise for the Clinical Matron as required.

About us

We’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people’s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you’ll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people’s homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NMC/HCPC registration
• Educated to Diploma / Degree level with evidence of appropriate post registration skills or equivalent experience
• Post graduate modules or equivalent advanced training in a relevant specialty area (e.g., frailty, complex rehabilitation, care of the elderly, stroke or similar).

Desirable

• Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary teams

Skills

Essential

• Budget managements skills
• High level of clinical skills and competencies

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Helston Communtiy Hospital, Meneage Road, Helston, TR13 8DR, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Integrated Professions

Chris Mitchell

chris.mitchell10@nhs.net

07979706479

Details

Date posted: 08 September 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 201-26-798

Job locations: Helston Communtiy Hospital, Meneage Road, Helston, TR13 8DR, United Kingdom