Job summary

Are you a confident, experienced mental health clinician looking for a rewarding challenge?

We are expanding our vital service into a full 24-hour operation, and we're looking for exceptional practitioners--including Mental Health Nurses--to help us grow.

In this role, you will work dynamically across the acute general hospital, providing high-quality mental health assessments, care, advice, and training to both the Emergency Departments and inpatient wards.

You'll be working with both working-age and older adults, utilising your strong clinical skills to create tailored care formulations.

You will have excellent interpersonal skills that you will use to facilitate high quality mental health assessments, and to build good working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

You will be committed to the parity of esteem agenda, and work closely with both physical and mental health clinicians to ensure a seamless delivery of care.

It is a 24 hour service 7 days a week at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, and when required Maidstone General Hospital.

In return for the above, we offer real commitment to your professional development, and regular supervision within a supportive working environment.

Main duties of the job

• Work as part of a psychiatric liaison team providing a liaison and assessment service 7 days per week that will involve working unsocial hours and public holidays.
• Offer an assessment service to patients aged 18+ (with no upper age limit) presenting at the general hospital with a broad range of mental health and psychological problems, and diagnosed psychiatric illnesses.
• Provide a mental health consultation, liaison and advice service throughout the departments.
• Deliver a range of evidence based psychosocial interventions to individual patients as required.
• Assist and supporting general hospital colleagues in making decisions about treatment and care in complex situations.
• Provide formal and informal education and case consultation to registered and unregistered staff.
• Represent mental health services within the Hospitals.
• Provide a communication structure between secondary mental health services, primary care and non-statutory services, as a means of ensuring the highest possible standards of patient care.

In return for the above, we offer real commitment to your professional development, and regular supervision within a supportive working environment.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

Job summary

The Trust is looking for a clinical commercial specialist to work as a conduit between procurement and theatres. The key responsibility of the role will be to identify and manage the delivery of financial savings and efficiencies within clinical areas. This will include product trails and switches, key supplier relationship management, and commercial contract management. The successful candidate will have expeience of working within both a commercial and clinical environment with stronmg knowledge of a lareg range of clinical products. Ideally the commercial environment will have been within the healthcare sector and the clinical expeinece will have been gained in the theatres setting.

Main duties of the job

• develop and deliver the procurement savings strategy in theatres (target of £500,000 per annum)
• Facilitate trials of alternate products
• negotiate favourable contractual terms with suppliers
• monitor and manage supplier performance against agreed terms
• produce and present analysis on spend data to clinical leaders
• act as a conduit between procurement and theatres
• collaborate with peer organisations across Kent & Medway to drive standardisation and benefit from economies of scale.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Compressed hours

Reference number

359-8232191-T3-B

Job locations

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.

Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed. Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree standard of education in business or clinical nursing/theatre practitioner qualification

Desirable

• MCIPS full by qualification or other relevant professional qualification or commercial experience
• PRINCE 2 Foundation

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced knowledge of contracts, procurement legislation and purchasing procedures
• Experience of working in a clinical setting or equivalent specialist knowledge of clinical products
• Advanced knowledge of procurement statistical analysis, option modelling and benefit realisation
• Proven track record in innovation with an ability to inspire
• Demonstrable experience of influencing people and leading change projects

Skills

Essential

• Calm influencing and persuasive skills in negotiating both internally and externally
• Good presentation skills
• Good organisational skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Good working knowledge of Integra eSeries and / or a similar finance and procurement systems

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree standard of education in business or clinical nursing/theatre practitioner qualification Desirable MCIPS full by qualification or other relevant professional qualification or commercial experience PRINCE 2 Foundation Experience/Knowledge Essential Advanced knowledge of contracts, procurement legislation and purchasing procedures Experience of working in a clinical setting or equivalent specialist knowledge of clinical products Advanced knowledge of procurement statistical analysis, option modelling and benefit realisation Proven track record in innovation with an ability to inspire Demonstrable experience of influencing people and leading change projects Skills Essential Calm influencing and persuasive skills in negotiating both internally and externally Good presentation skills Good organisational skills Advanced Microsoft Office skills Good working knowledge of Integra eSeries and / or a similar finance and procurement systems

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

- Up to £13,195 per session, dependent on experience and working hours

- Session length

o 4 hours: Weekdays 0700-1900

o 3 hours: Weekends

o 3 hours: Weekdays 1900-0700

• - Paid Supporting Professional Activity/CPD session (Pro-Rata)
• - Study leave and study budget
• - 20 minute appointments
• - Substantive contract

This is for the appointment of a new GP in our Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC). To confirm this vacancy is for candidates who are registered as a GP on the GMC register.

Our Urgent Treatment Centre is co-located within the Emergency Departments (ED) at both Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells hospitals.

Candidates must be willing to work closely with our ED colleagues, to provide care for those with more minor presentations, as well as using appropriate urgent investigations (blood tests, imaging, ECG's)

It is desirable the post holder has experience working autonomously, as a General Practitioner and is competent in interpreting chest radiographs and ECG's.

Please see the job description (JD) for details of the shifts we currently have available within the UTC's. We kindly ask that you only apply if you are able to commit to the shifts specified.

Main duties of the job

The UTC offers appointments 24/7. Patients with minor injuries and urgent illnesses are assessed and treated by our team of GP's, nurses and physiotherapists. 30-50% of all emergency department attendances are re-directed to our UTC team.

Our UTC clinics offer around 2000 appointments, between our sites, per week.

The MTW UTC GP is an exciting and evolving "hybrid role". Our GP's must combine traditional community GP skills, with access to immediate secondary care-based investigations; allowing us to fully complete most episodes of care. In doing so, we aim to maximise patient safety, satisfaction and efficiency of patient flow.

Please note that the job plan provided is illustrative and may be subject to variation following mutual agreement between the post-holder and the Clinical Director after appointment. The post-holder will join a team of eleven GP in managing patients.

The job plan illustrated within the Job description is what vacant shifts are available for your choosing, you as the candidate are able to choose which shifts you wish to apply for, on applying for this post please note which shifts you are able to commit to.

Currently no other hours/days will be considered.

About us

Maidstone Hospital is a modern 410-bed facility located on the western edge of Maidstone, just two miles from Junction 5 of the M20. It serves a catchment population of approximately 220,000 and sees around 50,000 A&E attendances annually. The hospital offers comprehensive diagnostic services, including multi-slice CT and MRI.

Specialist cancer services are a major focus. While upper GI cancer care for Kent and Medway is commissioned from Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, and the regional hepatobiliary cancer service is delivered at King's College Hospital, Maidstone plays a key role in local cancer care delivery. Advanced procedures, such as radiofrequency ablation of liver metastases, are performed on-site for a broad Kent-wide population. The hospital also hosts the Kent Cancer Centre--the fourth largest in the UK--serving patients from across the county. Strong road links support excellent regional access.

Tunbridge Wells Hospital, located in Pembury beside the A21, opened in January 2011 following a £230 million, three-year build. It was the first NHS hospital in the UK to feature all single, en-suite rooms across its main wards--enhancing patient privacy, sleep quality, and infection control. Most rooms benefit from natural light and forest views, supporting a more therapeutic recovery environment.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£10,934 to £13,195 a session PER SESSION

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

359-MSD-UTC5038

Job locations

Cross site

Maidstone Hospital

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide a high standard of care to patients for whom you have clinical responsibility. This will include any patients referred to you and cared for by you personally or by members of your team. To participate in clinical and other service activities and developments, with the aim of ensuring a high standard of patient care across the Trust. To work in close co-operation with other medical, professional and managerial colleagues, both within and outside the specialty, to provide high quality health care to the Trusts patients. To participate fully in and share leadership of the clinical governance of the specialty covering its Trust-wide activities. To attend and participate in clinical governance work and meetings as detailed in the Trusts Guide to Job Planning. To participate actively in the Directorate Audit programme, sharing co-ordination of audit activities within the department and implementation of change. To take an active responsibility for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, training and supervision. To assume responsibility, both personally and corporately with consultant colleagues, for the management of junior medical staff. You are expected to be involved in their professional development, both clinical and personal as per guidance from HEE and HEKSS. To ensure that all doctors in training for whom you have supervisory responsibilities undertake delegated clinical tasks that are within their level of competence and knowledge. To ensure at all times that you comply with the General Medical Councils published guide Good Medical Practice, including The Duties of a Doctor. To take personal responsibility for risk management in your work and undertake to review practice and learn from mistakes. To share in the on-call rota, and to provide prospective cover for colleagues during annual and study leave and other absences as far as is practicable and clinically safe. To ensure that you respond promptly and efficiently to all complaints related to any patient care you or your staff have been involved with, assisting the Trusts responsibility to reply to complaints within a specified time frame. To ensure that you develop and maintain effective working relations with those agencies concerned with the provision of health and social care services and those representing the interests of patients. To undertake an annual appraisal leading to a personal development plan as outlined in the Trust Appraisal Policy. You must collect and maintain sufficient evidence to support the appraisal process and your GMC revalidation. The appraisal will inform the study leave and job planning processes. To undertake an annual job plan review as outlined in the Trust Guide to Job Planning. You are required to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others who may be affected by what you do while at work. You must adhere to Trust IRMER Regulations. Involvement in the development of clinical management protocols shared with the community and other consultant colleagues. Participation on the management and future development of the Emergency Medicine service.

Job description Job responsibilities To provide a high standard of care to patients for whom you have clinical responsibility. This will include any patients referred to you and cared for by you personally or by members of your team. To participate in clinical and other service activities and developments, with the aim of ensuring a high standard of patient care across the Trust. To work in close co-operation with other medical, professional and managerial colleagues, both within and outside the specialty, to provide high quality health care to the Trusts patients. To participate fully in and share leadership of the clinical governance of the specialty covering its Trust-wide activities. To attend and participate in clinical governance work and meetings as detailed in the Trusts Guide to Job Planning. To participate actively in the Directorate Audit programme, sharing co-ordination of audit activities within the department and implementation of change. To take an active responsibility for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, training and supervision. To assume responsibility, both personally and corporately with consultant colleagues, for the management of junior medical staff. You are expected to be involved in their professional development, both clinical and personal as per guidance from HEE and HEKSS. To ensure that all doctors in training for whom you have supervisory responsibilities undertake delegated clinical tasks that are within their level of competence and knowledge. To ensure at all times that you comply with the General Medical Councils published guide Good Medical Practice, including The Duties of a Doctor. To take personal responsibility for risk management in your work and undertake to review practice and learn from mistakes. To share in the on-call rota, and to provide prospective cover for colleagues during annual and study leave and other absences as far as is practicable and clinically safe. To ensure that you respond promptly and efficiently to all complaints related to any patient care you or your staff have been involved with, assisting the Trusts responsibility to reply to complaints within a specified time frame. To ensure that you develop and maintain effective working relations with those agencies concerned with the provision of health and social care services and those representing the interests of patients. To undertake an annual appraisal leading to a personal development plan as outlined in the Trust Appraisal Policy. You must collect and maintain sufficient evidence to support the appraisal process and your GMC revalidation. The appraisal will inform the study leave and job planning processes. To undertake an annual job plan review as outlined in the Trust Guide to Job Planning. You are required to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others who may be affected by what you do while at work. You must adhere to Trust IRMER Regulations. Involvement in the development of clinical management protocols shared with the community and other consultant colleagues. Participation on the management and future development of the Emergency Medicine service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oMB BS (or equivalent)
• oRegistered with GMC GP Register
• MRCGP

Desirable

• oDistinctions, scholarships, prizes
• oOther degrees, e.g. BSc, MSc, MD
• Previous experience working within urgent care/emergency medicine/OOH GP services.
• At least 1-year experience, working independently as a GP
• Competent interpretation of chest radiographs
• Competent interpretation of ECG's

Audit

Essential

• oUnderstand the principles of audit

Desirable

• oEvidence of participation in audit projects

Research

Essential

• oAn understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature

Desirable

• oEvidence of personal research projects and their presentation
• oPublications in peer-reviewed journals
• GCP training
• Experience of recruitment to portfolio and commercial clinical trials
• Completion of training in clinical research skills/ procedures e.g. Good clinical practice course.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oMB BS (or equivalent) oRegistered with GMC GP Register MRCGP Desirable oDistinctions, scholarships, prizes oOther degrees, e.g. BSc, MSc, MD Previous experience working within urgent care/emergency medicine/OOH GP services. At least 1-year experience, working independently as a GP Competent interpretation of chest radiographs Competent interpretation of ECG's Audit Essential oUnderstand the principles of audit Desirable oEvidence of participation in audit projects Research Essential oAn understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature Desirable oEvidence of personal research projects and their presentation oPublications in peer-reviewed journals GCP training Experience of recruitment to portfolio and commercial clinical trials Completion of training in clinical research skills/ procedures e.g. Good clinical practice course.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Cross site

Maidstone Hospital

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Cross site

Maidstone Hospital

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We wish to recruit a Doctor to complement our senior middle-grade rota and provide cover for the Obstetrics & Gynaecology service. Specifically, we wish to strengthen our specialist services in the areas of high-risk obstetrics in line with national recommendations. We would also like to develop our specialist gynaecology services, including complex endometriosis and rapid access work.

The post holder will have some dedicated sessions assigned to support robotics surgery.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will have facilities such as internet, intranet and EPR access to support clinical, administrative, teaching, CPD and audit activities at both sides of the Trust. There are departmental secretaries to support the general needs of the department, including the preparation of clinic letters and reports.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Job summary

Applications are invited for a fixed term Consultant ENT Surgeon to join the ENT department at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.

We are looking for a full-time Consultant to deliver outstanding patient care at our forward-thinking organisation, and to provide and develop the ENT service alongside consultant colleagues. Although this is advertised as a full-time post, applicants wishing to work part time or flexibly will be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team comprising eight consultants, specialty and trust-grade doctors, fellows, specialty trainees, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Audiologists, and a substantial team of ENT nurses, technicians and healthcare assistants. The department also benefits from an ENT fail safe coordinator and a supportive senior management team.

The post provides a clinical service principally at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals, with additional clinics at Crowborough . to ensure our patients can access our services where and when they need them.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard of care to any patient for whom you have clinical responsibility. This will include any patients referred to you and cared for by you personally or by members of your team and, in addition, any patients of consultant colleagues when you are covering for annual leave.

To participate in clinical and other service activities and developments with the aim of ensuring a high standard of patient care across the Trust.

To work in close co-operation with other medical, professional and managerial colleagues, both within and outside the specialty, to provide high quality health care to the Trust's patients, and to contribute to future thinking about the Trust's strategic direction.

To participate fully in and share leadership of the clinical governance of the specialty covering its Trust-wide activities. To attend clinical governance half-days as detailed in the Trust's Guide to Job Planning unless on agreed leave or while attending emergencies.

To participate actively in departmental audits, sharing co-ordination of audit activities within the department and implementation of change.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is one of the best performing hospital trusts in England. We are regularly in the top five for emergency department performance and offer some of the fastest access to cancer treatment in the country.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in west Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 7,000 staff we provide specialist cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

We operate from three main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital, Tunbridge Wells Hospital and Fordcombe Hospital, and provide outpatient clinics across Kent and East Sussex.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

359-MSD8271900ENT

Job locations

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane, Barming

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.

As part of your induction, you will be required to attend face-to-face training sessions and/or complete e-learning modules relevant to your role. If you have previously worked for another NHS organisation before joining Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW), we can transfer eligible mandatory training records where appropriate, helping to avoid unnecessary duplication of learning.

Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list. All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed. As part of your induction, you will be required to attend face-to-face training sessions and/or complete e-learning modules relevant to your role. If you have previously worked for another NHS organisation before joining Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW), we can transfer eligible mandatory training records where appropriate, helping to avoid unnecessary duplication of learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT or Portfolio pathway Portfolio pathway candidates must be on the specialist register on the interview date
• MB BS (or equivalent)
• FRCS (ORL-HNS) or equivalent
• Higher surgical training in ENT within a recognised programme

Desirable

• A sub-specialist interest complementary to those of current staff in the department
• Higher degree (MD, PhD)

Research

Essential

• An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in audit projects

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of leadership
• Organisational ability
• Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations
• Able to get on with other members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Credibility and integrity
• A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives
• Ability to establish good professional relationships with others

Desirable

• Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
• To have undertaken a postgraduate communication skills course

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT or Portfolio pathway Portfolio pathway candidates must be on the specialist register on the interview date MB BS (or equivalent) FRCS (ORL-HNS) or equivalent Higher surgical training in ENT within a recognised programme Desirable A sub-specialist interest complementary to those of current staff in the department Higher degree (MD, PhD) Research Essential An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature Desirable Evidence of participation in audit projects Skills Essential Evidence of leadership Organisational ability Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations Able to get on with other members of the multi-disciplinary team Credibility and integrity A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives Ability to establish good professional relationships with others Desirable Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition To have undertaken a postgraduate communication skills course

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane, Barming

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane, Barming

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to join the largest eye unit in the SE of England in order to bolster individual skills in Medical Retina and Uveitis. The post offers a wide range of clinical exposure including operating lists and subspecialty clinics. Postgraduate teaching is on Friday afternoons and is Consultant-led.

Applications are invited for the above full time post are to commence as soon as possible, for a permanent post. Applicants should have demonstrable interest and experience in Medical Retina and Uveitis.

Applicants are required to be registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practice. CVs will not be accepted in application for this post, it is essential that applicants complete the online application form in full.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard of care to any patient for whom you have clinical responsibility. This will include any patients cared for by you personally.

To work in close co-operation with other medical, professional and managerial colleagues, both within and outside the specialty, to provide high quality health care to the Trust's patients, and to make a contribution to future thinking about the Trust's strategic direction.

To participate fully in the clinical governance activities of the specialty. To attend clinical governance half-days as in the job plan.

To participate actively in departmental audits which may be included in the work you undertake.

To take personal responsibility for risk management in your work and undertake to review practices and learn from mistakes. To be an active member of the risk management processes of the clinical team and care group.

To ensure that you respond promptly and efficiently to all complaints related to any patient care you have been involved with, assisting the Trust's corporate responsibility to reply to complaints within a specified time frame.

To ensure that you develop and maintain effective working relationships with those agencies concerned with the provision of health and social care services and those representing the interests of patients.

The post holder will be required to also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the Clinical Director or General Manager .

About us

The Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is responsible for the provision of ophthalmology services for the people of Mid and West Kent, covering approximately a 1 million population. The large population we serve entails a wide and interesting selection of cases. General and sub speciality ophthalmology services are provided at the Eye, Ear, and Mouth Unit (EEMU), a modern, purpose- built facility attached to Maidstone Hospital, with outpatient facilities provided at Tunbridge Wells, Medway Maritime and Sevenoaks Hospitals in a "hub and spoke" model.

EEMU has a busy rapid access department (Eye Casualty) with optometric and orthoptics services as well as day case/inpatient facilities, with staffing provided by specialist nurses in clinics, Eye Day Care, and the dedicated ophthalmic operating theatres. The departments are equipped to an extremely high standard with digital anterior segment and fundus imaging systems, spectral domain OCTs, HRT-3, corneal topography machines and a new Argon laser and SLT/ YAG laser systems. An Octopus kinetic visual fields machine is also in place at Maidstone.

Job summary

Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.E. THOSE EMPLOYED BY DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST, MEDWAY NHS TRUST, EAST KENT HOSPITALS NHS TRUST, MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST). ANY APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE NOT EMPLOYED BY THE NETWORK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

We are looking for a hard working enthusiastic person to join our Pathology team working in the Microbiology department. This is a role where you will learn a broad range of skills whilst processing specimens from patients.

You must be a careful, conscientious and reliable worker. Following induction and training you will be able to work without close supervision in a busy environment, have a good telephone manner and be at ease using the computer system and laboratory instrumentation.

As a team-player and excellent communicator, you will need to demonstrate attention to detail whilst processing patients' specimens and entering data into the computer systems. There are also a wide range of other tasks that form part of this varied and interesting job.

Hours of work include early shifts 8:00am to 16:30pm and late shifts 12:30pm to 21:00pm. These shifts include weekend working to be covered each week alongside one flexible week day working.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to perform a range of routine and non routine tasks within Microbiology, for example, performing standard tests on clinical samples, entering patient results into the Laboratory system, labeling clinical samples, communicating with patient and Trust Users by supporting with queries and advising on appropriate samples and containers for specific clinical tests , working with a selection of Microbiology analysers as well as supervising and / or training less experienced staff in their own area.

The department welcomes individuals who are keen to learn and develop their skills. Working with a vibrant team and supporting environment with a passion dedicated to patient care , quality and safety.

The Microbiology department provides training and support to staff and demonstrates great work ethics and encourages advancement. We are a culture of continuous improvement and achievements. Great support network within the department and throughout the Trust.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all of our staff are double vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job summary

Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.E. THOSE EMPLOYED BY DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST, MEDWAY NHS TRUST, EAST KENT HOSPITALS NHS TRUST, MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST). ANY APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE NOT EMPLOYED BY THE NETWORK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Applications are invited for the post of Healthcare Science Support Worker, Higher Level (Band 3).

We are looking for Healthcare Science Support Workers with experience of working in an NHS pathology laboratory (or equivalent) to join our Biochemistry Department in Blood Sciences at Darent Valley Hospital.

In partnership with Beckman Coulter UK (BCUK) our laboratory houses a range of equipment including: Beckman Coulter AU5800 and DxI analysers.

Successful applicants will be expected to participate in an ongoing quality programme to maintain compliance with the United Kingdom Accreditation Standards (UKAS)

The Department covers a 24/7 shift system to support service delivery. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in the shift system where required in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC) terms and conditions.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience of laboratory practices and should be able to communicate well (see person specification for further details).

There is an opportunity to learn how to maintain the high-throughput equipment we use as well as to learn a variety of biochemistry techniques for testing samples.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Healthcare Scientific Support Worker is to provide a support role to the qualified Biomedical Scientists.

This will include housekeeping duties including stock control of reagents and generally maintaining a clean and safe environment for all staff, to prepare and maintain equipment, to manage the processing of blood and urine samples and to perform some manual testing of samples.

The successful candidate will need to be pro-active in their role and use their initiative to work independently, though always supervised. Being able to organise work and prioritise duties is essential. Working with colleagues is necessary to ensure the daily tasks are completed

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job summary

Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.E. THOSE EMPLOYED BY DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST, MEDWAY NHS TRUST, EAST KENT HOSPITALS NHS TRUST, MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST). ANY APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE NOT EMPLOYED BY THE NETWORK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

The role of the Healthcare Science Support Worker (HSSW) is primarily to support the department's Biomedical Scientists (BMS) and provide administrative assistance in the processing of patient specimens. This will primarily include: preparing specimens, processing specimens, loading analysers, running and maintaining analysers and dealing with phone calls. Additional responsibilities within this role include blood transfusion traceability.

Participation in the 24/7 out of hours shift cover system is expected.

Main duties of the job

To identify and load patient samples and begin analytical test procedure according to SOPs.

To perform daily tasks recorded on checklists. Including daily, weekly and monthly maintenance on all analytical and non-analytical tasks within the laboratory.

To maintain and check the daily stocks of reagents, kits and consumables required for the analytical equipment and load reagents on to analysers.

To monitor all stock levels within the department on a weekly basis and advise BMS staff if supplies fall below minimum stock levels.

To liaise with clinical staff over the phone

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer, creating a workplace where everyone can thrive regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or experience. We value different perspectives and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to help us reflect the communities we serve and deliver the best possible care.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer guaranteed interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification.

Our Continuous Quality Improvement approach drives ongoing improvements to our services and helps us maintain high standards of patient care.

As an NHS employee, you may work with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage staff to keep up to date with COVID-19 and annual flu vaccinations to help protect patients, colleagues, and themselves, supporting our commitment to providing safe, high-quality care.

Job summary

Administrative Opportunities within our Clinical Assessment Units

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is currently recruiting for a number of full-time and part-time administrative roles across both hospital sites within our Clinical Assessment Units (CAUs).These roles play an important role in helping us deliver high-quality patient care across the Trust.

These are all site-based positions, with working hours scheduled on a rota basis between 8:00am and 6:00pm to support clinic opening hours.

Below is a summary of the opportunities currently available. To find out more, we invite you to attend a virtual drop-in information session on Monday 21st September from 5.30pm - 6.30pm via Microsoft Teams.

The session will provide an opportunity to meet members of the management team, learn more about the departments, and ask any questions you may have about the roles.

If you would like to attend the virtual drop-in session, please email [email protected]

Should you wish to apply following the session, please state the following in your supporting statement:

• The role you are interested in applying for
• Your preferred working hours (full-time or part-time)
• Your preferred hospital site

Main duties of the job

Admin Support£25,272 PA pro rataOpportunities at Maidstone within the Medicine and Emergency Care Division.

Providing administrative support to clinical teams, maintaining accurate patient information, managing waiting lists, processing correspondence, and supporting the day-to-day running of the department.

CAU Booking Clerk£25,760 - £27,476 PA pro rataOpportunities at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells sites within Medicine and Emergency Care and Surgical Divisions.

Booking patient appointments, handling telephone enquiries, and monitoring waiting lists in line with Trust policies and procedures while delivering excellent customer service.

Medical Secretary£28,392 - 31,157 PA pro rata Opportunities at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals within Medicine and Emergency Care.

Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to clinical teams, managing correspondence, maintaining patient records, and supporting the efficient delivery of patient services.

All roles will require the following Key Skills and Experience:-

• Excellent communication, organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage a busy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible approach
• Strong team-working skills
• Ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Previous healthcare experience is desirable but not essential

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 to £31,157 a year B2 - £25,272, B3 - £25,760 - £27,476, B4 - £28,392 - £31,257

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

359-8300700-T2

Job locations

Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check atStandard Level.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check atStandard Level. All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Person Specification

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication, organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage a busy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible approach
• Strong team-working skills
• Ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines and work under pressure
• As per the individual job description and person specification

Desirable

• Previous healthcare experience is desirable but not essential

Qualifications

Essential

• As per the individual Job desription and person specification

Skills

Essential

• As per the individual Job desription and person specification

Person Specification Experience/Knowledge Essential Excellent communication, organisational skills and attention to detail Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage a busy workload in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible approach Strong team-working skills Ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines and work under pressure As per the individual job description and person specification Desirable Previous healthcare experience is desirable but not essential Qualifications Essential As per the individual Job desription and person specification Skills Essential As per the individual Job desription and person specification

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.

Are you a motivated, flexible Registered Children's Nurse eager to advance in Paediatric Emergency Care?

We have exciting full-time and part-time Registered Nurse roles in the Paediatric Emergency Departments at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals.

You will be supported by a skilled, compassionate paediatric emergency team. The role includes cross-site working at both Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals. Shifts include nights and weekends, supporting our 24/7 care in a fast-paced environment.

Main duties of the job

You will be a confident Registered Children's Nurse with a passion for and/ or experience in acute paediatrics and/or paediatric A&E. An emergency care qualification, and/or being be EPALS certified is desirable but not essential.

Above all, we are looking for a nurse who is:

• Compassionate and child-centred in their approach
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Committed to clinical excellence and continuous improvement

Supportive Leadership:

You will be joining a department with strong clinical and nursing leadership, supported by experienced Paediatric and ED Matrons, Emergency Nurse Practitioners, and Practice Development Nurses devoted to ongoing staff development and patient-centred care.

Due to high interest, early application is encouraged as we may close this vacancy before the listed closing date.

Ready to step up and make a real difference in paediatric emergency care?

Apply now and become part of a team that is committed to excellence, learning, and compassionate care.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

359-8276539-T2

Job locations

Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane/ Tonbridge Road

Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells

TN2 4QJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
• Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience.

Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience of speciality
• Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
• Awareness of current developments in nursing
• Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
• Knowledge of speciality

Skills

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Teaching.
• Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
• Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
• Competency in medication administration including IV medications
• Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to speciality
• Basic IT skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Desirable Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience. Experience/ Knowledge Essential Previous experience of speciality Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit Awareness of current developments in nursing Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct Knowledge of speciality Skills Essential Good written and verbal communication skills. Teaching. Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas Competency in medication administration including IV medications Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to speciality Basic IT skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane/ Tonbridge Road

Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells

TN2 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane/ Tonbridge Road

Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells

TN2 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The post holder will be part of a small IT Service Desk team and will provide first-line IT and Clinical Application support to the trust. The role provides first-line telephone-based IT support to end users who contact the IT Service Desk by telephone, the self-logging IT support portal, and by email. To ensure all incidents and service requests are properly logged to the IT Service Desk management system. Ensuring all incidents and service requests are either resolved at the first point of contact or passed to the correct third-line support team to be resolved within set service level agreements. This is an on-site role, and you will need to be able to travel to Maidstone Hospital.

Main duties of the job

To be the first point of contact for all incidents and service requests, ensuring a customer-focused service is provided professionally and courteously at all times.

Use the Trust's chosen Service Desk management tool for the logging and fixing of incidents received.

Ensure that all calls to the IT Service Desk are logged and the caller provided with a call reference number.

Proactively participate in the day-to-day management and delivery of essential change to preserve the integrity of the IT infrastructure and its further development.

Assists in the continuity of patient care by applying technical expertise to find and implement the right technical solutions to complex incidents and problems.

To understand the Information Governance policy and associated risks posed to the Trust through patient confidentiality, virus attacks, spyware, USB flash drives, unencrypted devices, etc.

To provide advice and guidance where appropriate and refer to the governance team if needed.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

359-8194603-T3-B

Job locations

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent at Grade C or above including English, Maths and Science.
• BTEC, NVQ or related qualification in IT.

Desirable

• CompTIA A+ Certification.
• ITIL Version 4 Foundation.
• Microsoft Certification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Previous IT service desk experience or customer service experience.
• Experience of working in a demanding customer focused environment.
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 and above.
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• A good knowledge of Desktop hardware architecture.
• A good knowledge of printer configuration and architecture.
• Networking knowledge.
• Experience of following documented processes and procedures.
• Experience of troubleshooting IT faults.

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Skills

Essential

• Strong IT technical skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Active Listening
• Analytical problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
• Customer service skills
• Excellent time management
• Ability to manage and prioritise a complex and conflicting workload.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential 5 GCSE's or equivalent at Grade C or above including English, Maths and Science. BTEC, NVQ or related qualification in IT. Desirable CompTIA A+ Certification. ITIL Version 4 Foundation. Microsoft Certification Experience & Knowledge Essential Previous IT service desk experience or customer service experience. Experience of working in a demanding customer focused environment. A good knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 and above. A good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Including Word, Excel and Outlook. A good knowledge of Desktop hardware architecture. A good knowledge of printer configuration and architecture. Networking knowledge. Experience of following documented processes and procedures. Experience of troubleshooting IT faults. Desirable Previous NHS experience Skills Essential Strong IT technical skills Communication and interpersonal skills Active Listening Analytical problem-solving and trouble shooting skills Customer service skills Excellent time management Ability to manage and prioritise a complex and conflicting workload.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an experienced Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our team at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.

Are you a DSN who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and forward thinking, would you be keen to help us drive improvements in service delivery around in-patient care, antenatal, diabetes technology including insulin pump therapy?

Do you have experience of working as a diabetes specialist nurse with proven clinical skills / knowledge, acquired from time working as a DSN in diabetes clinics, in-patient care or community?

Or, do you have strong transferable skills and knowledge from a current band 7 role in areas such as oncology, stroke, liver, renal, spoke nursing, complex care and want to use these capabilities to support patients with diabetes.

The ideal candidate will already be a DSN or have strong transferable skills to step into an independent band 7 role. Be self-motivated, organised, computer literate and able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and committed to service provision whilst maintaining own continual professional development.

This role will specifically support our in-patient service.

Main duties of the job

We aim to offer diabetes specialist nurses the opportunity to work in any area of our service over time, to ensure a broad range of diabetes knowledge, experience and skills. Our service covers in-patient, out-patient and community diabetes CNS roles, so a unique place to work for any Diabetes CNS wishing to progress in the professional.

Responsibilities include:

To work as an autonomous practitioner and effectively co-ordinate and deliver an expert nursing service within diabetes To manage patients/client caseloads To ensure that patients and their families are fully informed and supported by providing clinical and social support To be involved in the development of evidence based clinical nursing practice in line with current research and guidelines To work collaboratively with colleagues To establish clear lines of communication with primary healthcare.

To be involved in research/audit

We are a friendly team and a team who would support anyone new to our service.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please do contact the Diabetes CNS Lead for further details and/or to arranged an informal visit.

We ask that when completing your application, you clearly demonstrate where your skills and experience meet criteria for the role and your specific experience, skills and knowledge acquired since you became a DSN / PN or Spoke nurse.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

359-7615524-T2-C

Job locations

Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list. All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Level 1 NMC Adult Registered Nurse
• Relevant post registration qualification
• One of the following as a minimum - Diabetes Diploma/certificate or willingness to undertake, Non-Medical Independent Prescriber/ or willingness to undertake, teaching qualification or equivalent expert experience

Desirable

• Experience of managing diabetes in specialist clinics,( renal. pregnancy/gestational , pump, YAC)
• DAFNE qualification
• Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake
• Counselling qualification or willingness to undertake
• Non-Medical Independent Prescriber/ Willingness to undertake.

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Post registration experience.
• Extensive knowledge of diabetes having previous experience in a DSN role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within diabetes.
• Experience of clinical supervision and mentoring junior staff/nursing students.
• Able to demonstrate understanding and empathy
• To contribute to the development of policies and protocols to improve patient care
• Critical application of detailed knowledge in the field of diabetes.
• Diabetes ward / practice experience and a willingness to develop using the Trend Career competency document.
• A working knowledge of the management of Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes
• Knowledge of diabetes specialist clinical treatments and technology

Desirable

• Experience with implementing change
• Knowledge of key resources
• Willingness to learn and acquire skills, training to meet needs of service.
• Knowledge of NSF and NICE Guidance for diabetes.
• Experience of teaching and presenting

Skills

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy
• Good clinical assessment skills or willingness to develop these
• Good listening, observational and interpretive skills.
• Demonstrate effective teaching skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Have awareness of own limitations and when to seek advice from senior members of the team

Desirable

• Effective presentation skills
• Experience of undertaking research/audits programmes.
• Project management skills

Person Specification Qualification Essential Level 1 NMC Adult Registered Nurse Relevant post registration qualification One of the following as a minimum - Diabetes Diploma/certificate or willingness to undertake, Non-Medical Independent Prescriber/ or willingness to undertake, teaching qualification or equivalent expert experience Desirable Experience of managing diabetes in specialist clinics,( renal. pregnancy/gestational , pump, YAC) DAFNE qualification Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake Counselling qualification or willingness to undertake Non-Medical Independent Prescriber/ Willingness to undertake. Experience/Knowledge Essential Post registration experience. Extensive knowledge of diabetes having previous experience in a DSN role. Ability to work independently and as part of a team within diabetes. Experience of clinical supervision and mentoring junior staff/nursing students. Able to demonstrate understanding and empathy To contribute to the development of policies and protocols to improve patient care Critical application of detailed knowledge in the field of diabetes. Diabetes ward / practice experience and a willingness to develop using the Trend Career competency document. A working knowledge of the management of Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes Knowledge of diabetes specialist clinical treatments and technology Desirable Experience with implementing change Knowledge of key resources Willingness to learn and acquire skills, training to meet needs of service. Knowledge of NSF and NICE Guidance for diabetes. Experience of teaching and presenting Skills Essential Excellent oral and written communication skills. Computer literacy Good clinical assessment skills or willingness to develop these Good listening, observational and interpretive skills. Demonstrate effective teaching skills Excellent interpersonal skills. Have awareness of own limitations and when to seek advice from senior members of the team Desirable Effective presentation skills Experience of undertaking research/audits programmes. Project management skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Join Our Team as an Emergency Department Coordinator/Receptionist

Are you looking for a rewarding role in a fast-paced and vital healthcare setting? We are expanding our Emergency Department (ED) team and are seeking Coordinators/Receptionists to join us at both our Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells sites.

The post holder will be one of the first interactions the patient has when entering ED, you will be responsible for booking patients into the department via our IT systems, with accuracy and efficiency, liaising effectively with clinical staff, and undertake other administrative duties to support the vital functions of the ED service. A key part of the role involves precise data entry in our appointment-based systems, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

This vacancy is available for full and part-time hours, shift patterns would vary but would predominantly include the following work patterns:

14-2000

14-0200

12-1800

12-0000

Main duties of the job

What We're Looking For:

• A detail-oriented individual with strong data entry skills.
• A logical thinker who can use their initiative to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in navigating systems and software.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

Working Hours:

• This role involves working shifts, including days and nights, which can range from 6 to 12 hours per block.
• Cross-site working will be required.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and dedicated team in a critical healthcare environment.
• Develop your skills while contributing to a vital public service.

Please note:

• This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised deadline. Submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity
• Please note, that we are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

359-7855284-T2-C

Job locations

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)

Maidstone / Tunbridge Wells

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at StandardLevel.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at StandardLevel. All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE's, or have equivalent relevant experience to ongoing education and training
• Basic IT qualification or ability to demonstrate knowledge

Desirable

• A Levels/NVQ

Skills

Essential

• IT literate
• Good Communication skills : verbal, written, electronic and telephone

Desirable

• Ability to manage own workload
• Ability to liaise effectively

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Experienced in using the Allscripts PAS
• Knowledge of the tracking and locating of patient notes.

Desirable

• Previous experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE's, or have equivalent relevant experience to ongoing education and training Basic IT qualification or ability to demonstrate knowledge Desirable A Levels/NVQ Skills Essential IT literate Good Communication skills : verbal, written, electronic and telephone Desirable Ability to manage own workload Ability to liaise effectively Experience/Knowledge Essential Experienced in using the Allscripts PAS Knowledge of the tracking and locating of patient notes. Desirable Previous experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)

Maidstone / Tunbridge Wells

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)

Maidstone / Tunbridge Wells

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This replacement post is an opportunity to join an expanding dynamic cellular pathology service, and develop your specialist diagnostic and research interests with the enthusiastic support of clinical colleagues.

The successful candidate will join a team of 20 consultants working in purpose-built laboratory facilities in modern hospitals, with a digital service at an advanced stage of development.

The department provides a cellular pathology service to MTW as well as Medway NHS Foundation Trust and Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust.Our varied workforce includes two consultant biomedical scientists(reporting GI and gynaecological pathology), a molecular pathology clinical scientist, two cut-up practitioners and one trainee cut-up practitioner.

You'll have the opportunity to report, participate in and develop molecular testing in various specialties with a dedicated molecular team.

Applicants must be on the specialist register for Cellular Pathology or be within six months of CCT at the date of interview.

The job description is subject to Royal College approval.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

We are:

• The commissioned Cellular Pathology Genomic Centre for Kent & Medway providing a centralised advanced diagnostic and predictive molecular testing service.
• A large breast and GI HER-2 testing service (approx. 3000 pa) with FISH provided on-site by senior scientists using a new digital solution for fluorescent scanning and reporting (Bioview).
• The central provider for PD-L1 testing across a number of specialties.
• The host for RCPath and UKAS accredited South East General Histopathology EQA Scheme.
• A postmortem examination service with interest in teaching, provided from Tunbridge Wells Hospital with approx. 600 postmortems performed for HMC.
• A research-active department
• In a beautiful part of south east England with more outstanding schools than any other county in the UK.

Benefits:

• Opportunity for hybrid working, including consultant grade microscopes and IT equipment for remote working.
• State-of-the-art screens for digital reporting, and purpose-built lab facilities in modern hospitals.
• Office space.
• Secretarial support.
• Recruitment and Retention Premium up to £15,000 (T&Cs apply)
• Assistance with relocation and accommodation (T&Cs apply)

Candidates unable to work full-time will be considered. If you are appointed, modification of job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with colleagues.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Job summary

Radiation Physics are looking for a Principal Clinical Scientist with experience in diagnostic radiology and non-ionising radiation to join our large team. If you are a HCPC registered Clinical Scientist who is working towards your MPE, LPA or RPA and expect to achieve this within the next 12-months then we would love to hear from you. We can support you to achieve your full potential (and offer personal study time too!). Please note: Appointment would be at Band 7 until you achieve this.

TheDiagnostic Radiology and Radiation Safety Sections ensure the safety of all patients, visitors and staff who come into contact with sealed or unsealed sources of ionising radiation (e.g. x-rays, beta rays etc) and non-ionising radiation (e.g. ultrasound, lasers etc.)

Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged.

Main duties of the job

In this varied and rewarding position, you will:

• Provide high-quality scientific support to the Trust and external partners.

• Provide specialist MPE and LPAadvice to the Trust and external partners.

• Act as asite lead for one or more of our hospital sites.

• Contribute to thequality assurance programme for a wide range of diagnostic radiology equipment, including CT, mammography (including two NHSBSP services) general X-ray, angiography and fluoroscopy.

• Development and maintenance of local rules, risk assessments and radiation safety documentation for X-rays and Lasers.

• Provide high qualityteaching and trainingto staff from across the UK, including STP trainees and those aspiring Healthcare Scientists undertaking alternative training pathways.

• You'll also provide specialist guidance on legislation, national standards and compliance, helping departments maintain safe and effective practice.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Job summary

The Lung Cancer Screening Programme is a high-profile national initiative to support early diagnosis of cancer. The programme offers lung cancer screening to participants who are either current or former smokers between the ages of 55-74, with the aim of improving earlier diagnosis of lung cancer at a stage when it is more treatable and ultimately saving more lives.

This role is an exciting opportunity to lead the ongoing expansion and development of the LCSP across the Kent and Medway Cancer Alliance geography. Kent and Medway has developed an in-house LCSP delivery model, meaning that each of our NHS Trusts will deliver the programme for its eligible population. Each Trust is at a different stage of mobilisation, but the programme overall has already invited over 40,000 people. The forthcoming year will be a vital time for the Kent and Medway LCSP, as our remaining sites commence delivering the programme, and as we build on the significant work that has already taken place to engage our harder to reach communities to encourage even greater uptake of the programme.

Main duties of the job

The LCSP will become the fourth national screening programme with effect from 2030, and to support that ambition , Cancer Alliances are required to invite 100% of the eligible population by 2029/30.

This role will therefore play a key part in achieving this ambition for Kent and Medway.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is one of the best performing hospital trusts in England. We are regularly in the top five for emergency department performance and offer some of the fastest access to cancer treatment in the country.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in west Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 7,000 staff we provide specialist cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

We operate from three main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital, Tunbridge Wells Hospital and Fordcombe Hospital, and provide outpatient clinics across Kent and East Sussex.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Click here to hear what our staff say.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Job summary

Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.E. THOSE EMPLOYED BY DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST, MEDWAY NHS TRUST, EAST KENT HOSPITALS NHS TRUST, MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST). ANY APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE NOT EMPLOYED BY THE NETWORK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

The post holder will provide operational leadership and management to staff within the Microbiology department at Darent Valley Hospital as well as operational Leadership and support for Health and Safety management at both Darent Valley and Medway Maritime hospital sites.

They will provide leadership for service transformation, the implementation of operational and clinical innovations for the Department. They will provide line management to the Biomedical Scientists (BMS), Associate Practitioners (AP) and Health Care Support Workers (HSSWs) as well as overall management for all staff within the aligned service.

They will participate in drafting, implementing and reviewing departmental policies and guidelines, ensure the service runs smoothly and efficiently over the 24-hour period, ensure the adoption and alignment to national guidance and local pathways processes and protocols and that the service adheres to the quality standards as set out within the QMS/ Quality Manual and NKPS annual plans.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

A key part of the postholder's role will be to develop and implement systems and procedures within microbiology to enable the service to run effectively and to ensure it complies with legal requirements including ensuring the attainment and maintenance of UKAS Accreditation and ISO 15189 standards.

The post holder will undertake the role of CL3 Manager, implementing and monitoring the continued safe working in the facility, ensuring legal requirements are met at all times and will also act as Pathology H&S Lead, providing the necessary expertise and leadership to the Pathology H&S committee, representing the Microbiology department and Pathology at both Dartford and Medway sites, Care group safety and governance committees, highlighting compliance and issues. The role will require an element of cross-site working.

The post holder will also have the responsibility of managing a large team of Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and Support staff as well as managing the department E-rostering systems.

Acting as a deputy for Head of Microbiology in their absence and support major internal and external project plans.

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