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Senior Nurse

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Closing Date: Sunday 8th February 2026

Salary: £38,750-£43,900

Closing Date: Sunday 8th February 2026
Salary: £38,750-£43,900
Reports to: Vicki Ridgewell, Head of Nursing
Location: Alexander House, 30 Troutbeck Road, Sheffield, S7 2QA
Hours of work: 37.5 hours

Purpose of the role:

As a Senior Nurse at STEPS you will be ensuring that our clients receive high-quality, holistic nursing care throughout their journey with us. You will work as a key member of the inter-disciplinary team to support our clients, respecting their privacy and dignity and promoting independence. While you are carrying out your duties you will be aligned with STEPS values and behaviours at all times.

Specific responsibilities

This Job description is an outline which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive list of duties the post holder will be expected to fulfil.

To assess, implement and monitor individual care plans for our clients
To honour STEPS values by demonstrating appropriate behaviours and encouraging this in others
To contribute to staff development i.e. appraisals and supervisions
To ensure the provision of appropriate supervision and support for members of the team
To be involved in the day to day audit process as required
To facilitate and co-ordinate the activities of the team
To have responsibility and accountability for the overall quality of client care delivery including meetings and reviews
To lead the unit on a day to day basis in the absence of senior management
To involve clients and carers in the development and delivery of goals within the care plan
To take the lead on the unit as and when directed to provide clinical leadership, support and guidance to other staff members
To act upon and escalate issues as required following STEPS guidance and operating procedures
To administer medications and treatment as prescribed, monitor effects and report as defined
To be compliant with the clinical governance requirements operating within STEPS procedures
To be involved in clinical audits as and when directed
To contribute and lead on specific projects related to service delivery e.g. quality programmes, education and training and contributing to the setting and monitoring of practice standards
Carrying out all procedures relating to the personal care and nutritional needs of clients dealing with emergencies as required.
To effectively communicate using a variety of styles that demonstrates the values and behaviours of STEPS.
To communicate with people clearly and in a manner and at a level and pace appropriate to their abilities, preferences and beliefs.
To develop effective relationships with clients, carers, the STEPS team suppliers and others as from time to time may be required.
To maintain accurate and detailed records of all interventions using the electronic notes system and other specified systems as applicable.
To undertake duties and responsibilities as defined in the work plan.
To be responsible for day-to-day workload allocation interacting with the STEPS team as appropriate.
To be responsible for providing input to training both in development and/or delivery as required from time to time by the STEPS OD strategy.
To be responsible for undertaking appraisals for a nominated staff group in line with the appraisal process.
To take an active role in the recruitment and selection process as and when required in conjunction with other members of the STEPS team.
To ensure all absences are recorded and escalated in line with the STEPS Sickness and Absence Management Policy.
To undertake a return to work discussion with staff as required by the Sickness and Absence Management Policy.
To be responsible for the informal stages of the grievance, conduct and capability policy capturing the key points and referring to the Head of Nursing or Directors as required.
To be responsible for the delivery of both informal and formal training programmes as and when required in conjunction with other members of the STEPS team.

Person specification

Area	Essential	Desirable	Assessment Method
Qualifications	Registered Nurse on the NMC register Approved mentorship or teaching qualification Qualification / short courses in staff management / supervision	A non-medical prescribing qualification (e.g. V300) Masters Modules or degree in relevant area, e.g. rehabilitation, tissue viability Key trainer/train the trainer qualification. Leadership or supervisory course
Experience	Experience of working as part of an IDT / MDT Experience of working with complex patients IT experience including Microsoft Office packages Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems / data management / complaints untoward incidents Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the Data Protection Act	Rehabilitation experience. e.g. amputee, neuro, spinal injuries Trauma experience Experience of liaising with professionals from wide ranging disciplines Experience of training package development and delivery across relevant subject e.g. Data Protection / Clinical Training Experience of audit functions
Personal Attributes	Creative and innovative approach, inclusive and engaging approach to client care Excellent problem solving skills Excellent communicator both written and verbal / demonstrate excellent listening skills Able to form key working relationships with colleagues, understand the dynamics of interdisciplinary working	Transferable skills that can be used to enhance a client’s rehabilitation journey, e.g. playing an instrument, having an ability / understanding of accessible sports and hobbies
Equal Opportunities	Ability to demonstrate an awareness of equality and diversity obligations when delivering care and also towards colleagues.		Application, interview