Ward Sister

St Julias Hospice, Hayle, TR27 4HW
£53,371.50 per annum
37.5 hours per week. Fixed Term Contract to cover Maternity Leave until February 2027
Application deadline: Tuesday 11th November 2025
Interview Date: TBC

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Ward Sister to cover maternity leave to lead our inpatient nursing team. You will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence and compassionate care, supporting both patients and their families during some of life’s most challenging moments.

You will:

Provide strong clinical leadership and management to nursing and support staff.
Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
Promote professional development, reflective practice, and wellbeing among staff.
Contribute to continuous improvement and uphold hospice values in all aspects of care.

You will need to:

Demonstrate an interest in specialist palliative care
Display a kind, empathetic and person-centred approach
Be an effective communicator who is able to confidently engage people at all levels
Work well under pressure
Work as a team player
Provide innovative solutions
Maintain strict confidentiality
Be a first level Adult Registered Nurse.
Have evidence of professional development.

Ideally have: A relevant qualification in Palliative Care

Management or Leadership qualification

A post-graduate qualification or equivalent experience in Palliative

“My friend was nursed so well, and had every attention during his last days. He twice asked me; who is paying for all this? and couldn’t believe it was free. What a wonderful world it would be if everyone had access to this standard of care.”

Cornwall Hospice Care Family & Friends Feedback.

Our employees and volunteers are essential to the care we provide. In return, for joining a team of people having such a positive impact on others, we provide:

A chance to make a real difference
Supportive working environment
Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days including bank holidays (pro-rata), and the option to buy or sell leave
Contributory pension scheme
Life Assurance
Non-contributory medical cash plan, with the option to include your family members
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced sick pay scheme

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early
For more information or help call our HR Team on 01726 65711