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Remote Senior Clinical Coding Analyst
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Clinical Coding Analyst ACC Band 6 plus 5% R&R at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS…
10 day(s) ago
Remote Senior Clinical Coding Analyst
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Clinical Coding Analyst ACC Band 6 plus 5% R&R at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS…
10 day(s) ago
Medical Laboratory Assistant - Central Specimen Reception
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 27,106 - 28,850 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.
10 day(s) ago
Medical Laboratory Assistant - Central Specimen Reception
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 27,106 - 28,850 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.
10 day(s) ago
Senior Clinical Fellow
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 76,582 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary Applications are invited for a twelve month fixed term Oculoplastic fellow post that will enhance the service of our large department that covers a…
11 day(s) ago
Senior Clinical Fellow
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 76,582 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary Applications are invited for a twelve month fixed term Oculoplastic fellow post that will enhance the service of our large department that covers a…
11 day(s) ago
Theatre Support Worker - Fordcombe - Staff Bank
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 12 per hour
Radiographer
Job summary Please note: This is a bank-only role and work is offered on an as-and-when-required basis, providing flexibility to suit a wide range of personal…
11 day(s) ago
Theatre Support Worker - Fordcombe - Staff Bank
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 12 per hour
Radiographer
Job summary Please note: This is a bank-only role and work is offered on an as-and-when-required basis, providing flexibility to suit a wide range of personal…
11 day(s) ago
Radiographer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a Diagnostic Radiography Student , Apprentice Radiographer or a Student graduating in 2026/7, or a band 5 Radiographer looking for a change?
11 day(s) ago
Radiographer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a Diagnostic Radiography Student , Apprentice Radiographer or a Student graduating in 2026/7, or a band 5 Radiographer looking for a change?
11 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical Scientist - Nuclear Medicine Physics - K&M Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Principal Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine Physics to join our dynamic team in Radiation Physics.
11 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical Scientist - Nuclear Medicine Physics - K&M Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Principal Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine Physics to join our dynamic team in Radiation Physics.
11 day(s) ago
RTT Patient Pathway Analyst
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
Job summary The Patient Access Team are looking for a motivated team member to join our existing, extremely busy team.
11 day(s) ago
RTT Patient Pathway Analyst
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
Job summary The Patient Access Team are looking for a motivated team member to join our existing, extremely busy team.
11 day(s) ago
Bereavement Midwife
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
Job summary To lead the Directorate in ensuring a sensitive, responsive and compassionate service is available to all women and their families who have experie…
11 day(s) ago
Bereavement Midwife
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
Job summary To lead the Directorate in ensuring a sensitive, responsive and compassionate service is available to all women and their families who have experie…
11 day(s) ago
Staff Nurse - Emergency Department - Kent & Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.
11 day(s) ago
Staff Nurse - Emergency Department - Kent & Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.
11 day(s) ago
Consultant Cardiologist.
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Interventional Radiologist
Job summary This post will be a 12-month fixed term contract to cover Maternity leave.
18 day(s) ago
Consultant Cardiologist.
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Interventional Radiologist
Job summary This post will be a 12-month fixed term contract to cover Maternity leave.
18 day(s) ago
Clinical Sourcing Manager - Kent and Medway ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS The Trust is loo…
19 day(s) ago
Clinical Sourcing Manager - Kent and Medway ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS The Trust is loo…
19 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Gynaecologist
Job summary We are seeking to appoint a dynamic individual within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals.
22 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Gynaecologist
Job summary We are seeking to appoint a dynamic individual within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals.
22 day(s) ago
Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist Surgeon
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Gynaecologist
Job summary Applications are invited for the post for a Full time Consultant gynaecological oncologist surgeon to join our gynae oncological team.
22 day(s) ago
Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist Surgeon
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Gynaecologist
Job summary Applications are invited for the post for a Full time Consultant gynaecological oncologist surgeon to join our gynae oncological team.
22 day(s) ago
Radiographer - Kent and Medway ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a Diagnostic Radiography Student , Apprentice Radiographer or a Student graduating in 2026/7, or a band 5 Radiographer looking for a change?
23 day(s) ago
Radiographer - Kent and Medway ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a Diagnostic Radiography Student , Apprentice Radiographer or a Student graduating in 2026/7, or a band 5 Radiographer looking for a change?
23 day(s) ago
Ultrasonographer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 64,750 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Ultrasound Department at Tunbridge Wells Hospital .
24 day(s) ago
Ultrasonographer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 64,750 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Ultrasound Department at Tunbridge Wells Hospital .
24 day(s) ago
SACT Clinical Improvement Manager
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 77,368 per year
Radiographer
Job summary The SACT Clinical Improvement Manager will provide support to the system-wide SACT demand and capacity project.
26 day(s) ago
SACT Clinical Improvement Manager
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 77,368 per year
Radiographer
Job summary The SACT Clinical Improvement Manager will provide support to the system-wide SACT demand and capacity project.
26 day(s) ago
Consultant Medical Oncologist - Melanoma
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary This is a post within the Kent Oncology Centre, based at Maidstone Hospital, providing services to patients from East Kent and Medway.
29 day(s) ago
Consultant Medical Oncologist - Melanoma
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary This is a post within the Kent Oncology Centre, based at Maidstone Hospital, providing services to patients from East Kent and Medway.
29 day(s) ago
Neonatal Junior Sister/Charge Nurse
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Paediatrician
Job summary We are a Level 2 unit with 18 cots; 3 Intensive Care, 8 High Dependency and 7 Special care cots, and are part of the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Neonat…
29 day(s) ago
Neonatal Junior Sister/Charge Nurse
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Paediatrician
Job summary We are a Level 2 unit with 18 cots; 3 Intensive Care, 8 High Dependency and 7 Special care cots, and are part of the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Neonat…
29 day(s) ago
Telephonist
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Our Switchboard team are looking to recruit 3 part-time telephonists to complete our established rota after a recent consultation, joining our frie…
1 month(s) ago
Telephonist
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Our Switchboard team are looking to recruit 3 part-time telephonists to complete our established rota after a recent consultation, joining our frie…
1 month(s) ago
Booking Administrator - Lung Cancer Screening Programme - K&M ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS We are looking f…
1 month(s) ago
Booking Administrator - Lung Cancer Screening Programme - K&M ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS We are looking f…
1 month(s) ago
Senior Project Manager 8b
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Oncologist
Job summary The Senior Project Manager is a business-critical role that enables the Trust to deliver its capital programme, maintain legal and regulatory compl…
1 month(s) ago
Senior Project Manager 8b
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Oncologist
Job summary The Senior Project Manager is a business-critical role that enables the Trust to deliver its capital programme, maintain legal and regulatory compl…
1 month(s) ago
Senior Clinical Fellow - Cornea
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 76,582 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Applications are invited for a 12-month fixed-term Cornea Fellowship at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
1 month(s) ago
Senior Clinical Fellow - Cornea
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 76,582 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Applications are invited for a 12-month fixed-term Cornea Fellowship at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
1 month(s) ago
Junior Clinical Fellow - Acute Oncology SDEC - Kent and Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 54,499 - 67,325 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary This is a post within the Kent Oncology Centre, based at Maidstone, supporting the Acute Oncology Same Day Emergency Care (AO SDEC) to patients fro…
1 month(s) ago
Junior Clinical Fellow - Acute Oncology SDEC - Kent and Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 54,499 - 67,325 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary This is a post within the Kent Oncology Centre, based at Maidstone, supporting the Acute Oncology Same Day Emergency Care (AO SDEC) to patients fro…
1 month(s) ago
Project Officer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Oncologist
Job summary The Project Officer supports the Associate Director of Capital Development in the planning, procurement and delivery of the Trust's Capital Program…
1 month(s) ago
Project Officer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Oncologist
Job summary The Project Officer supports the Associate Director of Capital Development in the planning, procurement and delivery of the Trust's Capital Program…
1 month(s) ago
Specialist Cardiac Practitioner - Kent & Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 15 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.
1 month(s) ago
Specialist Cardiac Practitioner - Kent & Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 15 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.
1 month(s) ago
Remote Senior Clinical Coding Analyst
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8168547-T3-A
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Clinical Coding Analyst ACC Band 6 plus 5% R&R at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. This is a remote post but we also have opportunities for hybrid working.
We offer flexible working and also have an inhouse Clinical Coding Training and Audit team to support with future career development.
Main duties of the job
The candidate should hold the National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC), who must be able to work to the highest degree of accuracy within a busy clinical coding department.
The Coding Team plays a critical role in ensuring that the clinical care received by the patients is accurately coded on the Trust PAS, working to strict deadlines to meet National Submission deadlines.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to ensuring the clinical coding teams deliver a quality coding service across the organisation including both acute and mental health activity by providing accurate and timely clinical coding in accordance with national standards and requirements of clinical coding.
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.
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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
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours
Reference number
359-8168547-T3-A
Job locations
Maidstone hospital
hermitage lane
barming
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
- National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC degree level)
- Coding Standards Course
- Clinical Coding Refresher training
- Workshops for example to include: Neoplasm, Vascular, Obstetrics, Trauma & Orthopaedic
Desirable
- AMSPAR Medical Terminology Certificate
- Other relevant qualification e.g. health sciences, clinical qualification.
- ECDL
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Previous prolonged practical experience of working in a clinical coding setting using ICD10 & OPCS 4.7 in a large organisation
- Experience of using PAS and encoding software.
- Experience of delivering to deadlines
- Demonstrable and extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms acquired through work-based experience.
- Excellent understanding of PbR & HRGs
- Understanding of the Data Protection act
Desirable
- Use of PAS, Medicode, Clinical Applications.
- Familiarity with use of electronic patient record (EPR)
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and influence a range of professionals
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a number of competing demands
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex medical information, attention to detail
- Ability to develop good working relationships with medical staff and other hospital staff at different levels.
- To work independently and as part of a team.
- Intermediate level keyboard skills in Excel/Word
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC degree level)
- Coding Standards Course
- Clinical Coding Refresher training
- Workshops for example to include: Neoplasm, Vascular, Obstetrics, Trauma & Orthopaedic
Desirable
- AMSPAR Medical Terminology Certificate
- Other relevant qualification e.g. health sciences, clinical qualification.
- ECDL
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Previous prolonged practical experience of working in a clinical coding setting using ICD10 & OPCS 4.7 in a large organisation
- Experience of using PAS and encoding software.
- Experience of delivering to deadlines
- Demonstrable and extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms acquired through work-based experience.
- Excellent understanding of PbR & HRGs
- Understanding of the Data Protection act
Desirable
- Use of PAS, Medicode, Clinical Applications.
- Familiarity with use of electronic patient record (EPR)
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and influence a range of professionals
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a number of competing demands
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex medical information, attention to detail
- Ability to develop good working relationships with medical staff and other hospital staff at different levels.
- To work independently and as part of a team.
- Intermediate level keyboard skills in Excel/Word
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
barming
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone hospital
hermitage lane
barming
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Medical Laboratory Assistant - Central Specimen Reception
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 252-8054465-A
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
One post available 27 hours per week
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Assistant to support our UKAS accredited department by carrying out a range of routine pre- and post-analytical tasks across various areas including the urgent bench, referrals, miscellaneous, Histology, and routine blood sciences.Full training will be provided, so no degree is required. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in a customer service environment, be computer literate with good keyboard skills, and have strong attention to detail. Flexibility to work shifts in a 24/7 service is essential. This is an excellent opportunity to join a quality-driven team and contribute to vital healthcare services.
Please note, this post may close earlier than the given closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will perform a range of routine and non-routine tasks within Pathology including, numbering up clinical samples, liaising with external laboratories to obtain outstanding referral results, entering patient results into the Laboratory system, advising patients and service users on appropriate tests, dealing with private patients invoicing and dealing with the sensitive disposal of foetal remains.
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.
Details
Date posted
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£27,106 to £28,850 a year per annum pro rata inclusive of allowances
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
252-8054465-A
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Technical responsibilities:
Central Specimen Reception (CSR) includes pre and post analytical tasks and duties such as checking patient demographics, numbering up samples, operating centrifuges/analysers and prioritising workflow.
Handling and preparing miscellaneous, Immunology and referred samples and sending them onto the relevant departments/ external testing laboratories, storing and despatching samples as appropriate following UN3373 requirements.
Handling and preparing Histology specimens, checking patient/sample information ensuring that they meet requirements, entry to LIMS, packaging according to guidelines and departmental policy, and referring samples to the referral laboratory.
Dealing with problem samples including unsuitable samples and / or requests.
General tasks associated with the laboratories, Microbiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Haematology and Blood Transfusion such as separating specimens, receiving supplies, monitoring of equipment, checking stock levels and informing senior members of staff when stocks are low, issuing sample containers to internal and external users and processing waste.
Work according to departmental standard operating procedures at all times.
Monitor stock levels within the department, ensuring acceptable levels, advising Central Specimen Reception (CSR) Supervisor if supplies fall below minimum levels and preparing Pathology stock orders for wards and departments within the hospital as well as GP surgeries.
Greet visitors and patients dealing with all general Pathology enquires where possible and re-directing queries to appropriate persons.
Obtaining outstanding results from external laboratories and reporting results onto the LIMS for authorisation.
Organise and distribute all Pathology paper reports and any other documentation required
Please see attached job description for further information
Job description
Job responsibilities
Technical responsibilities:
Central Specimen Reception (CSR) includes pre and post analytical tasks and duties such as checking patient demographics, numbering up samples, operating centrifuges/analysers and prioritising workflow.
Handling and preparing miscellaneous, Immunology and referred samples and sending them onto the relevant departments/ external testing laboratories, storing and despatching samples as appropriate following UN3373 requirements.
Handling and preparing Histology specimens, checking patient/sample information ensuring that they meet requirements, entry to LIMS, packaging according to guidelines and departmental policy, and referring samples to the referral laboratory.
Dealing with problem samples including unsuitable samples and / or requests.
General tasks associated with the laboratories, Microbiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Haematology and Blood Transfusion such as separating specimens, receiving supplies, monitoring of equipment, checking stock levels and informing senior members of staff when stocks are low, issuing sample containers to internal and external users and processing waste.
Work according to departmental standard operating procedures at all times.
Monitor stock levels within the department, ensuring acceptable levels, advising Central Specimen Reception (CSR) Supervisor if supplies fall below minimum levels and preparing Pathology stock orders for wards and departments within the hospital as well as GP surgeries.
Greet visitors and patients dealing with all general Pathology enquires where possible and re-directing queries to appropriate persons.
Obtaining outstanding results from external laboratories and reporting results onto the LIMS for authorisation.
Organise and distribute all Pathology paper reports and any other documentation required
Please see attached job description for further information
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- GCSE's including English Language, Mathematics and a science subject
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level plus theoretical or applied training to diploma equivalent level of experience
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- IBMS support staff Certificate of Achievement Part I
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Computer literate and good keyboard skills
- Ability to multitask
- Good attention to detail
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Ability to work accurately under pressure. e.g. work to tight deadlines
- Basic knowledge of biomedical procedures
- Processing biological specimens
- Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of CSR functions including send away testing services, Histology, clinical trials, referral reporting and private patients.
Desirable
- Familiar with other IT database and laboratory IT systems.
- Initiative to identify non conformity in workplace and apply appropriate immediate actions
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in healthcare provision or customer service.
- Achieving targets within a specified timeframe
Desirable
- Practical knowledge of departmental equipment and methods within Pathology services and CSR.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- GCSE's including English Language, Mathematics and a science subject
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level plus theoretical or applied training to diploma equivalent level of experience
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- IBMS support staff Certificate of Achievement Part I
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Computer literate and good keyboard skills
- Ability to multitask
- Good attention to detail
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Ability to work accurately under pressure. e.g. work to tight deadlines
- Basic knowledge of biomedical procedures
- Processing biological specimens
- Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of CSR functions including send away testing services, Histology, clinical trials, referral reporting and private patients.
Desirable
- Familiar with other IT database and laboratory IT systems.
- Initiative to identify non conformity in workplace and apply appropriate immediate actions
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in healthcare provision or customer service.
- Achieving targets within a specified timeframe
Desirable
- Practical knowledge of departmental equipment and methods within Pathology services and CSR.
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
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
United Kingdom
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Senior Clinical Fellow
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-MSD8215301OPHTH
Job summary
Applications are invited for a twelve month fixed term Oculoplastic fellow post that will enhance the service of our large department that covers a population of approximately 1.2 million. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with three Oculoplastic consultants across both main Trust sites. The post has been in place for over 15 years and offers an excellent and varied timetable. It is not a Deanery recognised training post.
The successful candidate will join an active Oculoplastic service which covers all subspecialty conditions including lid malpositions, lacrimal disorders, periocular tumours and orbital disease, with dedicated thyroid eye disease clinics. All oculoplastic surgical areas are covered, including joint lacrimal clinic and theatre lists with ENT, apart from orbital surgery which is referred to tertiary referral centres. We are also developing a facial skin cancer pathway with ENT and a joint operating list with general Plastics. The team comprises 3 Oculoplastic consultants, an Oculoplastic fellow (this post) and an Oculoplastic nurse specialist.
Main duties of the job
The post is based at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW). MTW is responsible for the provision of ophthalmology services for the people of North, Mid and West Kent. General and sub-specialty ophthalmology services are provided at the Eye, Ear, and Mouth Unit (EEMU), a modern, purpose-built facility attached to Maidstone Hospital, with further outpatient facilities provided at the Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury, Medway Maritime Hospital and Sevenoaks Hospital in a "hub and spoke" model. The post-holder will have timetables with sessions at Maidstone and other sites.
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
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£76,582 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-MSD8215301OPHTH
Job locations
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
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.
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
Teaching and CPD
Essential
- Experience of teaching doctors in training and other clinical staff
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
- Teaching experience
Qualifiactions
Essential
- Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview
- FRCOphth or equivalent
Desirable
- MD/ other higher degree
- Experience in Oculoplastic subspecialty training
- Publications and poster and oral presentations in oculoplastics and orbits
Clinical experience
Essential
- Completion of core training in ophthalmology
- Experience in managing general ophthalmic emergencies
- Good basic knowledge of oculoplastic surgery
- Demonstrable experience in clinical audit and/or research
- Evidence of competence in contemporary management strategies in oculoplastic surgery
- Ability to audit clinical result
Desirable
- Research interest / published papers
- Appropriate exposure to oculoplastic/adnexal surgery at ST5+ level or equivalent
- Appropriate experience in related specialties
- Able to perform routine minor oculoplastics procedures independently e.g. lid lesion excisions, tarsorrhaphy with logbook evidence of numbers
Person Specification
Teaching and CPD
Essential
- Experience of teaching doctors in training and other clinical staff
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
- Teaching experience
Qualifiactions
Essential
- Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview
- FRCOphth or equivalent
Desirable
- MD/ other higher degree
- Experience in Oculoplastic subspecialty training
- Publications and poster and oral presentations in oculoplastics and orbits
Clinical experience
Essential
- Completion of core training in ophthalmology
- Experience in managing general ophthalmic emergencies
- Good basic knowledge of oculoplastic surgery
- Demonstrable experience in clinical audit and/or research
- Evidence of competence in contemporary management strategies in oculoplastic surgery
- Ability to audit clinical result
Desirable
- Research interest / published papers
- Appropriate exposure to oculoplastic/adnexal surgery at ST5+ level or equivalent
- Appropriate experience in related specialties
- Able to perform routine minor oculoplastics procedures independently e.g. lid lesion excisions, tarsorrhaphy with logbook evidence of numbers
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
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Theatre Support Worker - Fordcombe - Staff Bank
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8230239-BANK-A
Job summary
Please note: This is a bank-only role and work is offered on an as-and-when-required basis, providing flexibility to suit a wide range of personal circumstances.
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is delighted to offer exciting opportunities for compassionate and skilled individuals to join our dedicated nursing teams atFordcombe Hospital, located just outside Royal Tunbridge Wells, as Theatre Support Workers.
If you are committed to delivering high-quality care and are eager to build a career in healthcare, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.
Please note that the Fordcombe Site is located in a rural area with limited access via public transport. You will need to ensure you are available to attend the time during the day and evenings. Access to a vehicle is advantageous.
Main duties of the job
Why join our staff bank?
o Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and diverse team that upholds the Trust's core PRIDE values.o Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic healthcare environmento Cost of DBS and uniform covered by the Trusto Weekly payrollo Support with development and revalidationo Online shift booking systemo Dedicated team to support with any querieso Access to NHS Pension
The Trust is consistently recognised for its positive workplace culture, ranked among the Top 10 NHS Employers in the UK in both the 2023 and 2024 NHS National Staff Surveys.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is proud to be ranked among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide, and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in both the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Surveys.
We are a large acute hospital trust based in South East England, providing high-quality general and specialist hospital services to around 600,000 residents across West Kent and East Sussex. Our dedicated and diverse workforce of over 8,000 staff also delivers specialist cancer services through the Kent Oncology Centre.
In October 2024, Fordcombe Hospital near Tunbridge Wells joined the Trust. This planned care facility offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, a full range of diagnostic services, and consultation and treatment suites.
Our Staff Bank plays a vital role in supporting our services by providing flexible, skilled cover for temporary staffing needs across all specialties. It offers a rewarding and adaptable way to work, giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience, explore different specialties, and potentially move into a permanent role within the Trust.
Benefits include:o Competitive payo Flexible, 'as and when' working patternso Free DBS check and uniformo Priority access to shifts over agency staffo Weekly payrollo Support for ongoing development and revalidationo Easy-to-use online shift booking system - Loopo Access to the NHS Pension Schemeo Blue light card eligibility
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£12.71 an hour Per hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
359-8230239-BANK-A
Job locations
Fordcombe Hospital
Tunbridge Wells
TN3 0RD
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 atEnhanced 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.
If appointed, you will undertake a comprehensive induction programme, including the corporate induction and dedicated training days for Healthcare Support Workers. This will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to carry out your role effectively.
The induction programme is full-time for one week, with an additional 12 days depending on your previous experience. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory, and training days will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and may be at either Maidstone Hospital or Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
Following induction, you will complete a two-week supernumerary period within your clinical area, during which you will be supported by members of the education team.
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 atEnhanced 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.
If appointed, you will undertake a comprehensive induction programme, including the corporate induction and dedicated training days for Healthcare Support Workers. This will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to carry out your role effectively.
The induction programme is full-time for one week, with an additional 12 days depending on your previous experience. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory, and training days will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and may be at either Maidstone Hospital or Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
Following induction, you will complete a two-week supernumerary period within your clinical area, during which you will be supported by members of the education team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oFunctional skills English and maths level 1 or GCSE English and maths grade G/1 or above.
- oNVQ/Diploma level 2 in Healthcare (competencies assessed in a healthcare environment) or equivalent healthcare qualification, e.g. successful completion of a level 2 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship.
Desirable
- oFunctional skills English and maths level 2 or GCSE English and maths grades A*/9 - C/4.
- oCare Certificate
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- oFull- time equivalent experience as a healthcare support worker or trainee in a care setting
- oInsight into role and responsibilities of post.
- oAble to describe the importance of delivering high quality care to patients.
- oKnowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers (2013).
Desirable
- oAcute Sector experience
- oKnowledge of current healthcare issues
- oFull-time equivalent experience as a Theatre support worker in a care setting
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team
- oDemonstrates ability to use own initiative
- oEffective & concise communication skills demonstrated.
- oReliability and flexibility
- oCan understand and communicate factual information correctly
Desirable
- oOrganisational skills
- oExperience to take delegated responsibility
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oFunctional skills English and maths level 1 or GCSE English and maths grade G/1 or above.
- oNVQ/Diploma level 2 in Healthcare (competencies assessed in a healthcare environment) or equivalent healthcare qualification, e.g. successful completion of a level 2 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship.
Desirable
- oFunctional skills English and maths level 2 or GCSE English and maths grades A*/9 - C/4.
- oCare Certificate
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- oFull- time equivalent experience as a healthcare support worker or trainee in a care setting
- oInsight into role and responsibilities of post.
- oAble to describe the importance of delivering high quality care to patients.
- oKnowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers (2013).
Desirable
- oAcute Sector experience
- oKnowledge of current healthcare issues
- oFull-time equivalent experience as a Theatre support worker in a care setting
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team
- oDemonstrates ability to use own initiative
- oEffective & concise communication skills demonstrated.
- oReliability and flexibility
- oCan understand and communicate factual information correctly
Desirable
- oOrganisational skills
- oExperience to take delegated responsibility
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Fordcombe Hospital
Tunbridge Wells
TN3 0RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Fordcombe Hospital
Tunbridge Wells
TN3 0RD
United Kingdom
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Radiographer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8282837-T3
Job summary
Are you a Diagnostic Radiography Student , Apprentice Radiographer or a Student graduating in 2026/7, or a band 5 Radiographer looking for a change?
Come and join our busy and expanding team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital NHS Trust. We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly colleagues to join the department who are dedicated to ensuring patients receive the best possible care.
The department is a friendly and supportive environment that provides its staff the opportunity to succeed in their goals; we are committed to supporting CPD and encourage role development. Both departments are busy diagnostic hubs delivering high-quality imaging for an acute Trust.
A post has become available based at Tunbridge Wells. We provide imaging services over seven days across all our hospitals.
Main duties of the job
We have a comprehensive Induction, Probation and Preceptorship Programme, which is linked to a competency-based structure throughout the departments; this is an ideal supportive environment for new radiographers entering the profession or those wishing to return to the profession. (Before starting as a Radiographer, there is an option for students waiting for their HCPC number to start as an Assistant Practitioner; please ask at the interview.)Once probation has been completed, you will be enrolled on our preceptorship pathway, giving you the skills and experience to become a B6 radiographer.
All band 5 Radiographers are supported to rotate through ED, theatre and General X-ray and CT. To facilitate this, you will receive IV cannulation and PGD training.
The Band 5 role requires a commitment to the department's out-of-hours responsibilities; this will include days, nights, and weekend shifts
Please see both band 5 and band 6 JDs
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
22 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
Reference number
359-8282837-T3
Job locations
Tunbridge Wells Hospital - Cross Site Working Required
Tonbridge Road
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 has been agreed.
Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts AHP Induction Programme.
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.
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 has been agreed.
Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts AHP Induction Programme.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diagnostic Radiography BSc or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- CPD portfolio evidence
Desirable
- IV cannulation course
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- To have recent clinical experience in an NHS hospital, or equivalent (either as a student or qualified radiographer).
- A sound knowledge of radiology departmental/other hospital protocols and practices
- Ability to receive and analyse sensitive/ contentious, complex, information and respond in a rapid and appropriate fashion
- Decision making skills
- Good understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR
Desirable
- Experience of working out of hours during training or when qualified
- Local knowledge within the Trust
- Ability to liaise with staff internal and external to the department to aid high quality service delivery
Skills
Essential
- Ability to deliver good general radiographic skills and patient care
- Ability to use professional judgement to obtain the optimum outcomes for patients, whilst working within protocol constraints
- IT literate
- Ability to rapidly assess patient personality and respond appropriately
- Ability to recognise a deteriorating patient
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diagnostic Radiography BSc or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- CPD portfolio evidence
Desirable
- IV cannulation course
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- To have recent clinical experience in an NHS hospital, or equivalent (either as a student or qualified radiographer).
- A sound knowledge of radiology departmental/other hospital protocols and practices
- Ability to receive and analyse sensitive/ contentious, complex, information and respond in a rapid and appropriate fashion
- Decision making skills
- Good understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR
Desirable
- Experience of working out of hours during training or when qualified
- Local knowledge within the Trust
- Ability to liaise with staff internal and external to the department to aid high quality service delivery
Skills
Essential
- Ability to deliver good general radiographic skills and patient care
- Ability to use professional judgement to obtain the optimum outcomes for patients, whilst working within protocol constraints
- IT literate
- Ability to rapidly assess patient personality and respond appropriately
- Ability to recognise a deteriorating patient
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
Tunbridge Wells Hospital - Cross Site Working Required
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Tunbridge Wells Hospital - Cross Site Working Required
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
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Principal Clinical Scientist - Nuclear Medicine Physics - K&M Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-7763663-T3-A
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Principal Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine Physics to join our dynamic team in Radiation Physics. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with expertise in nuclear medicine and molecular radiotherapy to support routine radionuclide imaging and non-imaging, and our busy molecular radiotherapy service.
The successful candidate will be an HCPC registered clinical scientist and a certificated MPE (Medical Physics Expert) with relevant experience. If you have an HCPC registration but are not yet MPE certified, we encourage you to apply for this role at a lower band, with full support to obtain your MPE certification within an agreed timeframe. We also offer the chance to extend your qualifications to include RPA or RWA certification.
What We Offer:
- A key role within the Diagnostic and Oncology Directorates of Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, providing clinical, scientific, and technical services across both Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells sites.
- Active involvement in our Molecular Radiotherapy Service and support for PET-CT.
- Comprehensive training and development across all disciplines and career stages, including support for staff undertaking HSST, STP, RCT, and other professional certifications.
- Opportunity to access personal development time (half a day per week) to help you build your MPE portfolio if not already certified.
- Relocation package available (please enquire for details).
Main duties of the job
- Collaborate with the Nuclear Medicine Physics team to ensure radiation practices within the Nuclear Medicine Departments comply with regulatory standards, national guidelines, and best practices.
- Provide expert advice on patient imaging optimisation, quality assurance, radiation dosimetry, radiation safety, and the interpretation of scientific data.
- Take a leading role in our Molecular Radiotherapy Programme, overseeing services like Ra-223 Xofigo, In-patient and Out-patient I-131 therapies.
- Work closely with the Heads of Nuclear Medicine and Radiation Physics to further develop and expand our services, introducing novel therapies where appropriate.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled scientist to make a real impact in a growing and supportive team, with plenty of opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in providing high-quality care while advancing nuclear medicine practices.
Apply today to be part of this rewarding and pioneering service!
Previous applicants need not apply.
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
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
359-7763663-T3-A
Job locations
Maidstone Hospital
Kent Oncology Centre
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st or 2nd class Honours degree in physics or a relevant subject
- Relevant accredited MSc or higher degree
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
- RPA2000 certification as a Medical Physics Expert in nuclear medicine physics or working towards within an agreed timeframe
Desirable
- Have or be working towards RPA or RWA certification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post Registration clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine Physics
- Experience of acting as a Medical Physics Expert in nuclear medicine physics.
- Expert theoretical and practical knowledge of nuclear medicine equipment
- Expert theoretical and practical knowledge of molecular radiotherapy in a clinical environment.
- Expert knowledge of radiation protection, able to act as a Trust expert in area of nuclear medicine and advise on radiation protection.
- High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from ionising radiations
- In-depth understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines [e.g. IRR, IR(ME)R, ISO 9001 , RIDDOR, NAIR, COSHH, EPR, MDA/MHRA guidance, HASS]
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of quality systems
Skills
Essential
- Able to write complex information in an accurate and concise way.
- Able to self-manage and to manage others.
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence.
- Good time management skills.
- Able to act as a Trust expert in areas of specialist expertise and communicate to all grades of Trust employees and management.
Desirable
- Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st or 2nd class Honours degree in physics or a relevant subject
- Relevant accredited MSc or higher degree
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
- RPA2000 certification as a Medical Physics Expert in nuclear medicine physics or working towards within an agreed timeframe
Desirable
- Have or be working towards RPA or RWA certification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post Registration clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine Physics
- Experience of acting as a Medical Physics Expert in nuclear medicine physics.
- Expert theoretical and practical knowledge of nuclear medicine equipment
- Expert theoretical and practical knowledge of molecular radiotherapy in a clinical environment.
- Expert knowledge of radiation protection, able to act as a Trust expert in area of nuclear medicine and advise on radiation protection.
- High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from ionising radiations
- In-depth understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines [e.g. IRR, IR(ME)R, ISO 9001 , RIDDOR, NAIR, COSHH, EPR, MDA/MHRA guidance, HASS]
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of quality systems
Skills
Essential
- Able to write complex information in an accurate and concise way.
- Able to self-manage and to manage others.
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence.
- Good time management skills.
- Able to act as a Trust expert in areas of specialist expertise and communicate to all grades of Trust employees and management.
Desirable
- Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice.
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 Hospital
Kent Oncology Centre
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone Hospital
Kent Oncology Centre
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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RTT Patient Pathway Analyst
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8266575-T3
Job summary
The Patient Access Team are looking for a motivated team member to join our existing, extremely busy team.
You will have knowledge of the 18 week RTT pathways, be an excellent communicator, have experience of collating information and have excellent computer skills. The role will involve proactively monitoring and validating patients on a clinical pathway, ensuring that access targets are met and data held against the patient's pathway is accurate and comprehensive.
Main duties of the job
This will involve managing groups of patients through the 'non-admitted' and 'admitted' element of their treatment pathway to enable treatment to be delivered within key access standards. You will possess the skills and key competencies to support the needs of the department. You will need to be organised, diligent and have patient care as your primary concern. You should have a good understanding of RTT pathwayrules as well as awareness and understanding of national targets.
We will offer the successful candidates the relevant training, however previous experience of working with Allscripts and RTT pathways is desirable. You will be required to have a professional and mature working attitude, and an ability to liaise with patients and staff.
You will be required to work under pressure to meet targets anddeadlines. You will also be required to offer support to the band 3 staff.
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
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
359-8266575-T3
Job locations
The OAST Building
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9NT
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
- Educated to Secondary Level with 5 GCSE's at grades A*-C, with 2 of these being GSCE English and Mathematics.
- Willingness to undertake additional training.
- Computer Literate.
- NVQ 3 (or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- Highly developed knowledge of the e-RS system.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Good level of understanding of the Government's access targets for 18 weeks RTT.
- Organisation skills and ability to prioritise work under pressure.
- Working to tight deadlines.
- Experience of data collection and cleansing.
Desirable
- Experience of Allscripts and FDP.
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Skills
Essential
- High Level of IT skills, with the ability to use all Microsoft Office applications, in particular Excel, outlook and Word.
- Ability to manage and interpret data correctly to inform decision making.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Shown willingness to plan and adapt to change.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Secondary Level with 5 GCSE's at grades A*-C, with 2 of these being GSCE English and Mathematics.
- Willingness to undertake additional training.
- Computer Literate.
- NVQ 3 (or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- Highly developed knowledge of the e-RS system.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Good level of understanding of the Government's access targets for 18 weeks RTT.
- Organisation skills and ability to prioritise work under pressure.
- Working to tight deadlines.
- Experience of data collection and cleansing.
Desirable
- Experience of Allscripts and FDP.
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Skills
Essential
- High Level of IT skills, with the ability to use all Microsoft Office applications, in particular Excel, outlook and Word.
- Ability to manage and interpret data correctly to inform decision making.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Shown willingness to plan and adapt to change.
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
The OAST Building
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
The OAST Building
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9NT
United Kingdom
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Bereavement Midwife
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8038145-T3-A
Job summary
To lead the Directorate in ensuring a sensitive, responsive and compassionate service is available to all women and their families who have experienced bereavement due to miscarriage, stillbirth, and termination of pregnancy for fetal abnormality or neonatal death.To educate multi-disciplinary health professionals in all aspects of bereavement care and to ensure that systems and processes are understood and also care is delivered in a way that is compassionate and sensitive to their individual needs.To provide support and advice for bereaved families and for staff.To be responsible for co-ordinating the pathways, for ensuring that all policies and protocols are current and that they comply with national Guidance across every department. To be a positive role model to all members of staff by promoting and sharing best practice.
Main duties of the job
We've 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.
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
22 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
Part-time
Reference number
359-8038145-T3-A
Job locations
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Pembury
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). 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.
Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts 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 has been agreed.
Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts 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
- RM
- Degree level
- Mentorship in practice
- Evidence of further study and development of professional and academic skills
Desirable
- Evidence of undertaking post-mortem training
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of grieving process
- Understanding of the counselling process
- Experience of working in stressful situations with bereaved parents and families
- Sound knowledge of recent Government/ Professional documents with awareness of implications to service provision
- Experience of teaching in multidisciplinary settings
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good presentation skills
- Act as role model to multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to exercise professional accountability and autonomy
- Ability to act effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Ensuring collaborations across professional boundaries
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RM
- Degree level
- Mentorship in practice
- Evidence of further study and development of professional and academic skills
Desirable
- Evidence of undertaking post-mortem training
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of grieving process
- Understanding of the counselling process
- Experience of working in stressful situations with bereaved parents and families
- Sound knowledge of recent Government/ Professional documents with awareness of implications to service provision
- Experience of teaching in multidisciplinary settings
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good presentation skills
- Act as role model to multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to exercise professional accountability and autonomy
- Ability to act effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Ensuring collaborations across professional boundaries
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
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Pembury
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Pembury
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
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Staff Nurse - Emergency Department - Kent & Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8123553-T2-A
Job summary
Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.
What can Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Emergency Departments offer you?
- We are consistently in the top 10 of thebest performing trusts for ED targets in the country.
- You will complete an Emergency Department specific induction programme.
- We have a Practice Development Team who will support you as you progress through your career and guide you towards your learning goals, helping you to develop the core skills needed and consolidate previous experiences
- We run an in-house Emergency Care course with accreditation from Canterbury Christ University.
- We offer a robust career development programme, with an emphasis on individualised CPD giving you the opportunity to create a career in emergency care in the direction that you want.
Main duties of the job
To work with us you will need to demonstrate a kind and compassionate attitude. You will be a highly motivated, enthusiastic nurse with excellent communication skills, who is passionate about your work and wants to be part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team delivering a high standard of care to patients. This role offers the opportunity to develop core skills and consolidate previous experiences in a supportive emergency care setting making it the ideal next step for nurses already working in an acute setting to develop their skills and knowledge further.
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
22 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
Reference number
359-8123553-T2-A
Job locations
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
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
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of speciality
- Awareness of current developments in nursing
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Teaching
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to speciality
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
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of speciality
- Awareness of current developments in nursing
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Teaching
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to speciality
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
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
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Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
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Tunbridge Wells Hospital
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Tunbridge Wells
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United Kingdom
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Consultant Cardiologist.
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 18 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-MSD-CONS7886
Job summary
This post will be a 12-month fixed term contract to cover Maternity leave. The post will be based at Maidstone Hospital however, with a view to cross-site work where required (Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells hospitals including Fordcombe Hospital), as part of our vision of reconfiguring cardiac services and is suitable for a candidate with a specialist interest in cardiac electrophysiology and complex pacing.
The Cardiology Department
The Cardiology Department provides comprehensive non-invasive cardiac diagnostic services on both sides of the Trust. These include trans-thoracic, trans-oesophageal and stress echocardiography, exercise stress testing, tilt testing, ambulatory ECG and blood pressure monitoring. We have a full CT coronary angiography service at both sites and myocardial perfusion imaging service at the Maidstone site. Cardiac MRI at Fordcombe was established in January 2025. Out-patient clinics are provided at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells sites, along with Fordcombe, Sevenoaks and Crowborough hospitals.
Main duties of the job
The aim of this post is for the successful candidate to support the Cardiology service for one year during the maternity cover period. There is opportunity to help develop the cardiac rhythm management service at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, depending on the candidate's level of expertise.
This is a provisional job plan reflecting proposed activities and may be subject to amendment after discussion with the successful applicant. The post is expected to be 10PAs with 8.5 DCC (including 1.0 on call) and 1.5 core SPA split:
Direct clinical care (DCC): 7.5 PA
Supporting Programmed Activities: 1.5 PA
On call (including weekend & out of hours): 1.0 PA
Total Programmed Activities: 10 PA
(Please note: 1.5 core SPA is to facilitate appraisal/audit/mandatory training. At 1 year of appointment, this will be reviewed and additional SPA will be offered in line with trust guidelines to include educational supervision, and service development.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
The trust was formed in April 2000 and provides general hospital services to a population of approximately 460 000 in West Kent and Northeast Sussex, and some specialist services to a larger population. The Trust Chair is Dr Annette Dohery, The Chief Executive is Mr Miles Scott and the Chief Medical Officer is Dr Sara Mumford. The Chief of Service for Medicine and Emergency Care is Dr Simon Webster and the Clinical Director for Specialist Medicine is Dr Tim Williams
Details
Date posted
15 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-MSD-CONS7886
Job locations
Maidstone/Tunbridge Wells site
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 on-call or 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 Trusts patients, and to make a contribution to future thinking about the Trusts 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 Trusts 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.
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 the Deanery.
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 practices and learn from mistakes.
To share in the on-call rota. To provide prospective cover for colleagues during annual and study leave and other absences as far as is practicable and clinically safe.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 on-call or 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 Trusts patients, and to make a contribution to future thinking about the Trusts 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 Trusts 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.
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 the Deanery.
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 practices and learn from mistakes.
To share in the on-call rota. To provide prospective cover for colleagues during annual and study leave and other absences as far as is practicable and clinically safe.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS (or equivalent)
- Registered with GMC
- Possession or within 6 months of CCT
- Evidence of modular training in coronary intervention
Desirable
- Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
- Other degrees, eg BSc, MSc MD
Audit
Essential
- Understand the principles of audit
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in audit projects
Research
Essential
- An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature
Desirable
- Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS (or equivalent)
- Registered with GMC
- Possession or within 6 months of CCT
- Evidence of modular training in coronary intervention
Desirable
- Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
- Other degrees, eg BSc, MSc MD
Audit
Essential
- Understand the principles of audit
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in audit projects
Research
Essential
- An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature
Desirable
- Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
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 site
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Maidstone/Tunbridge Wells site
Maidstone
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Clinical Sourcing Manager - Kent and Medway ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 19 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8232191-T3-A
Job summary
Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS
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
14 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-A
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
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone Hospital
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Locum Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-MSD8148429GYNAE-A
Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic individual within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals.
This is a locum consultant post, fixed term for 12 months in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, based at Tunbridge Wells Hospital pending a substantive appointment. This post is in response to the expansion of maternity services and supporting our Urogynaecology services. The candidate will be expected to integrate within the team of existing Consultants and to provide a complete Obstetrics and Gynaecology Service.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work at both sites of the Trust, providing emergency and on-call cover. We have a weekday hot week on call between 8 am and 6 pm.
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, work-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:
o Generous annual leave entitlemento Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefitso Blue Light card eligibilityo And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Details
Date posted
11 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-MSD8148429GYNAE-A
Job locations
Maidstone andTunbridge Wells Hospitals
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QU
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 and skills
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- MBBS or equivalent
- Advanced Labour ward SITM or equivalent
- Entry on Specialist Register (CCT or entry expected within 6 months of interview date)
- At least one gynaecology or equivalent of the desirable criteria
Desirable
- ATSM IN benign Gynaecology
- ATSM in benign hysteroscopy
- Accredited Colposcopy
- ATSM in Urogynae
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of competence in gynaecological surgery for benign disease and emergency gynaecology surgery
- Evidence of competence in undertaking C-sections
- Evidence of competency in managing and treating emergency gynaecology cases
- Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
- Evidence of experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- ALSO, PROMPT or MOET instructor
- Demonstrate ideas for research and innovative practice
- Experience of clinical governance
- Training in breaking bad news or equivalent training
- Clinical research in the fields of special interest
- Experience in Clinical Audit and Quality Improvement
- Willingness to contribute to the TOP service
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients both obstetrics and gynaecology
- Proven ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and display leadership
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Evidence of authorship of clinical guidelines at a local or national level.
Person Specification
Qualifications and skills
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- MBBS or equivalent
- Advanced Labour ward SITM or equivalent
- Entry on Specialist Register (CCT or entry expected within 6 months of interview date)
- At least one gynaecology or equivalent of the desirable criteria
Desirable
- ATSM IN benign Gynaecology
- ATSM in benign hysteroscopy
- Accredited Colposcopy
- ATSM in Urogynae
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of competence in gynaecological surgery for benign disease and emergency gynaecology surgery
- Evidence of competence in undertaking C-sections
- Evidence of competency in managing and treating emergency gynaecology cases
- Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
- Evidence of experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- ALSO, PROMPT or MOET instructor
- Demonstrate ideas for research and innovative practice
- Experience of clinical governance
- Training in breaking bad news or equivalent training
- Clinical research in the fields of special interest
- Experience in Clinical Audit and Quality Improvement
- Willingness to contribute to the TOP service
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients both obstetrics and gynaecology
- Proven ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and display leadership
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Evidence of authorship of clinical guidelines at a local or national level.
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 andTunbridge Wells Hospitals
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
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Maidstone andTunbridge Wells Hospitals
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QU
United Kingdom
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Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist Surgeon
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-MSD8260281SURG
Job summary
Applications are invited for the post for a Full time Consultant gynaecological oncologist surgeon to join our gynae oncological team. To provide a robust and resilient service for women with gynaecological cancers, for patients presenting with ovarian, cervical, endometrial, vaginal and vulva tumours. If you are skilled, compassionate surgeon specialising in gynae oncology procedures we invite you join our dynamic team here at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
We are looking for a skilled experienced surgeon with a passion for radical ovarian cancer surgery.
The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of Surgeons, Oncologists, Histopathologists, Radiologists, specialised nurses, as part of the gynae oncology team at MTW. The appointee would work closely with the existing team to provide and further develop Radical Ovarian Cancer Surgery. The appointee will work closely with consultant colleagues, advanced nurse practitioners and cancer nurse specialists to deliver high quality outpatient services. There is a separate monthly colposcopy MDT and weekly gynae oncology MDT. The role will include weekly gynae oncology clinic and colposcopy clinic.
You will be part of the Surgical Specialties and Endoscopy Directorate which comprises of Breast, Urology, Gynae oncology, Vascular services, Upper GI, Lower GI and Endoscopy.
Please note the job plan is only a sample and it will need to be agreed at job planning meeting.
Main duties of the job
All clinical services provided by the Trust are managed on a cross-site basis. Clinics and surgery are predominantly undertaken at Maidstone Hospital.
This is a tertiary centre post that provides comprehensive management of Gynaecological cancers. The successful candidate must have completed gynae oncology sub speciality training to be appointed.
The 4 substantive Consultants offer a full repertoire of Gynae oncological procedures including:
oRobotic surgery
o Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.
oOpen surgery.
o Risk reducing surgery
o Reconstructive surgery
o Sentinel node
o Radical Ovarian Cancer Resections
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
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-MSD8260281SURG
Job locations
Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
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.
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
Education
Essential
- Full GMC registration/ CCT/CESR within 6 months of interview.
Desirable
- Distinctions/scholarships prizes
Research
Essential
- general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature
Desirable
- Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation. Publication in peer reviewed journals.
Teaching
Essential
- An interest in teaching and education
Desirable
- Experience in the training or development of trainees in medicine.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Full GMC registration/ CCT/CESR within 6 months of interview.
Desirable
- Distinctions/scholarships prizes
Research
Essential
- general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature
Desirable
- Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation. Publication in peer reviewed journals.
Teaching
Essential
- An interest in teaching and education
Desirable
- Experience in the training or development of trainees in medicine.
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
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Employer details
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Maidstone
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Radiographer - Kent and Medway ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 23 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8185494-T3
Job summary
Are you a Diagnostic Radiography Student , Apprentice Radiographer or a Student graduating in 2026/7, or a band 5 Radiographer looking for a change?
Come and join our busy and expanding team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital NHS Trust. We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly colleagues to join the department who are dedicated to ensuring patients receive the best possible care.
The department is a friendly and supportive environment that provides its staff the opportunity to succeed in their goals; we are committed to supporting CPD and encourage role development. Both departments are busy diagnostic hubs delivering high-quality imaging for an acute Trust.
A post has become available based at Tunbridge Wells. We provide imaging services over seven days across all our hospitals.
Main duties of the job
We have a comprehensive Induction, Probation and Preceptorship Programme, which is linked to a competency-based structure throughout the departments; this is an ideal supportive environment for new radiographers entering the profession or those wishing to return to the profession. (Before starting as a Radiographer, there is an option for students waiting for their HCPC number to start as an Assistant Practitioner; please ask at the interview.) Once probation has been completed, you will be enrolled on our preceptorship pathway, giving you the skills and experience to become a B6 radiographer.
All band 5 Radiographers are supported to rotate through ED, theatre and General X-ray and CT. To facilitate this, you will receive IV cannulation and PGD training.
The Band 5 role requires a commitment to the department's out-of-hours responsibilities; this will include days, nights, and weekend shifts
Please see both band 5 and 6 JDs
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
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-8185494-T3
Job locations
Tunbridge Wells Hospital - Cross Site Working Required
Tonbridge Road
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 has been agreed.
Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts AHP Induction Programme.
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.
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 has been agreed.
Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts AHP Induction Programme.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diagnostic Radiography BSc or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- CPD portfolio evidence
Desirable
- IV cannulation course
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- To have recent clinical experience in an NHS hospital, or equivalent (either as a student or qualified radiographer).
- A sound knowledge of radiology departmental/other hospital protocols and practices
- Ability to receive and analyse sensitive/ contentious, complex, information and respond in a rapid and appropriate fashion
- Decision making skills
- Good understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR
Desirable
- Experience of working out of hours during training or when qualified
- Local knowledge within the Trust
- Ability to liaise with staff internal and external to the department to aid high quality service delivery
Skills
Essential
- Ability to deliver good general radiographic skills and patient care
- Ability to use professional judgement to obtain the optimum outcomes for patients, whilst working within protocol constraints
- IT literate
- Ability to rapidly assess patient personality and respond appropriately
- Ability to recognise a deteriorating patient
- Ability to work on own initiative and manage time effectively
- Sensitivity to work with the acutely, chronically and terminally ill
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diagnostic Radiography BSc or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- CPD portfolio evidence
Desirable
- IV cannulation course
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- To have recent clinical experience in an NHS hospital, or equivalent (either as a student or qualified radiographer).
- A sound knowledge of radiology departmental/other hospital protocols and practices
- Ability to receive and analyse sensitive/ contentious, complex, information and respond in a rapid and appropriate fashion
- Decision making skills
- Good understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR
Desirable
- Experience of working out of hours during training or when qualified
- Local knowledge within the Trust
- Ability to liaise with staff internal and external to the department to aid high quality service delivery
Skills
Essential
- Ability to deliver good general radiographic skills and patient care
- Ability to use professional judgement to obtain the optimum outcomes for patients, whilst working within protocol constraints
- IT literate
- Ability to rapidly assess patient personality and respond appropriately
- Ability to recognise a deteriorating patient
- Ability to work on own initiative and manage time effectively
- Sensitivity to work with the acutely, chronically and terminally ill
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
Tunbridge Wells Hospital - Cross Site Working Required
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
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Tunbridge Wells Hospital - Cross Site Working Required
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
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Ultrasonographer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 24 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8144211-T3-A
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Ultrasound Department at Tunbridge Wells Hospital . Our modern department comprises five dedicated scanning rooms within the main department, alongside additional scan rooms in Triage and the Early Pregnancy Unit.
We are a progressive organisation committed to delivering outstanding patient care and prioritising staff wellbeing. We are seeking two enthusiastic and highly motivated Obstetric and Gynaecology Sonographers who are passionate about women's healthcare and providing high-quality patient-centred care.
As part of a specialised Women's Health Ultrasound service, you will undertake a varied caseload including gynaecology, obstetrics, cancer pathways and early pregnancy scanning. You will work closely with our Consultant Leads and have opportunities to support specialist clinics, including scanning alongside our Fetal Medicine Consultant.
This role offers excellent opportunities to further develop your clinical and organisational skills within a supportive and collaborative team. We actively support Continuing Professional Development, clinical governance activities, audit and service improvement initiatives.
Applications are welcome from both experienced sonographers and newly qualified practitioners, with structured support available to facilitate career development and progression.
Main duties of the job
Our department performs a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations, including:
- General gynaecology scans
- Rapid access gynaecology scans
- Dating scans
- Nuchal translucency (NT) scans
- Fetal anomaly scans
- Growth scans
- Multiple pregnancy scans
In addition, we have a dedicated Emergency Department Ultrasound Service, providing both Early Pregnancy Unit and emergency gynaecology scanning.
The successful candidate will benefit from excellent professional and personal development opportunities, including involvement in research, audit, quality improvement projects and service development initiatives.
The department has a strong commitment to education and is actively involved in the training and mentorship of student sonographers.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional care for women and their families.
We welcome informal visits to the department and would be delighted to show you our service and discuss the role further.
For more information, please contact the Ultrasound Department on:
- 01892 633043
- 01892 635007
Tunbridge Wells Hospital is a modern PFI-built facility that opened in 2009 and offers a range of staff benefits, including:
- Subsidised staff parking
- On-site restaurant and amenities
- Access to a nursery facility at the Maidstone site
- Free staff bus service between Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone hospital sites
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
09 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £64,750 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
359-8144211-T3-A
Job locations
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
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). 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.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiology (or equivalent)
- Current post graduate nuchal certificate
- Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration
- Pg Dip in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent)
- MSc or post graduate qualification and relevant experience
Desirable
- Completed Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) Level two training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Post graduate experience in obstetric and gynaecology scanning
- Experience of supervising staff
- Evidence of investigative and analytical skills to meet the needs of the service in a changing health care environment
- Knowledge of Windows and Office computer software
- Experience of Obstetric and Gynaecology reporting packages
- Knowledge of data analysis and statistics
Desirable
- Experience with Clinical Audit
- Teaching experience with members of other professions
Skills
Essential
- Able to present information effectively both written and orally
- Able to report independently at the time of examination
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiology (or equivalent)
- Current post graduate nuchal certificate
- Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration
- Pg Dip in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent)
- MSc or post graduate qualification and relevant experience
Desirable
- Completed Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) Level two training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Post graduate experience in obstetric and gynaecology scanning
- Experience of supervising staff
- Evidence of investigative and analytical skills to meet the needs of the service in a changing health care environment
- Knowledge of Windows and Office computer software
- Experience of Obstetric and Gynaecology reporting packages
- Knowledge of data analysis and statistics
Desirable
- Experience with Clinical Audit
- Teaching experience with members of other professions
Skills
Essential
- Able to present information effectively both written and orally
- Able to report independently at the time of examination
- Excellent oral and written communication 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
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
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Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
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SACT Clinical Improvement Manager
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8155145-T3-B
Job summary
The SACT Clinical Improvement Manager will provide support to the system-wide SACT demand and capacity project.
They will support SACT units across Kent and Medway to develop and deliver their action plans and use quality improvement methodology to give recommendations for improvements.
The SACT Clinical Improvement Manager will deliver transformational change and quality improvement, to improve the quality and experience for cancer patients across Kent and Medway.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Cancer Alliance and will be expected to:
Be seen as a clinical expert and act as a resource to all members of the multi professional teams working within the Trusts
o Participate in service developments, business planning, and service review of chemotherapy services
o Work with stakeholders on the outcomes of the demand and capacity project, oversee working groups
o Support and challenge staff at multiple levels
o Promote the development of chemotherapy services in line with the National Cancer Quality Standards
o Attend and participate in the work of the Chemotherapy Service Groups and other relevant groups as delegated
o Report quarterly on progress
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
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £77,368 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-8155145-T3-B
Job locations
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells
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.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
- Professional registration
Desirable
- Project management training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of SACT
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
- Have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy in the South East and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
- Should have an appreciation of the relationship between the Department of Health, NHS England and individual provider and commissioning organisations
- Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy.
- Experience of researching best practice (globally, private and public sector), interpreting its relevance and processes/ practices which could be implemented successfully to achieve system reform (advising on policy implementation)
Skills
Essential
- Report writing
- Negotiation and Influencing
- Planning
- Basic IT skills (Word/Excel/Outlook/Powerpoint)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
- Professional registration
Desirable
- Project management training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of SACT
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
- Have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy in the South East and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
- Should have an appreciation of the relationship between the Department of Health, NHS England and individual provider and commissioning organisations
- Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy.
- Experience of researching best practice (globally, private and public sector), interpreting its relevance and processes/ practices which could be implemented successfully to achieve system reform (advising on policy implementation)
Skills
Essential
- Report writing
- Negotiation and Influencing
- Planning
- Basic IT skills (Word/Excel/Outlook/Powerpoint)
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
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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Consultant Medical Oncologist - Melanoma
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 29 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-MSD8226122ONC
Job summary
This is a post within the Kent Oncology Centre, based at Maidstone Hospital, providing services to patients from East Kent and Medway. This post holder will be responsible for providing a chemotherapy oncology service for Melanoma
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
The Trust provides general hospital services to a population of approximately 480,000 in West Kent and North East Sussex, and some specialist services to a considerably larger population. Its major hospitals are the Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury and Maidstone Hospital with a satellite site at Fordcombe.
Trust Chair- Dr Annette Doherty,
Chief Executive - Mr Miles Scott
Chief Medical officer- Dr Sara Mumford.
Chief of Service- Miss Philippa Moth
Clinical Director for Oncology - Dr Tim Sevitt and Dr Kannon Nathan
Maidstone Hospital
Maidstone Hospital is a 410 bed hospital situated at the western edge of Maidstone, two miles from junction 5 of the M20. It provides general hospital services to a catchment population of around 220,000. The Accident & Emergency Department has approximately 100,000 attendances per year.
Main duties of the job
1. 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 on-call or for annual leave.
2. To participate in clinical and other service activities and developments with the aim of ensuring a high standard of patient care across the Trust.
3. 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.
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:o Generous annual leave entitlemento Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefitso Blue Light card eligibilityo And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Details
Date posted
04 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-MSD8226122ONC
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.
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
- Full GMC registration or equivalent.
- FRCR/MRCP or equivalent
- (Entry on the Specialist Register as a clinical oncologist or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the advisory appointments committee)
Desirable
- Higher qualification in Medicine.
- Research degree (MD/PhD).
- Clinical Experience in relevant tumour sites.
Skills
Essential
- Enthusiasm for developing tumour site specialisation and Cancer Services in Kent.
- Ability to organise and manage.
Desirable
- Experience in Clinical Audit and Research.
- Experience in medical education
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Caring attitude to patients.
Desirable
- An interest and a capacity to teach and learn from members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Dedication to maintaining and developing the cancer care group in co-operation with other hospital departments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration or equivalent.
- FRCR/MRCP or equivalent
- (Entry on the Specialist Register as a clinical oncologist or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the advisory appointments committee)
Desirable
- Higher qualification in Medicine.
- Research degree (MD/PhD).
- Clinical Experience in relevant tumour sites.
Skills
Essential
- Enthusiasm for developing tumour site specialisation and Cancer Services in Kent.
- Ability to organise and manage.
Desirable
- Experience in Clinical Audit and Research.
- Experience in medical education
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Caring attitude to patients.
Desirable
- An interest and a capacity to teach and learn from members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Dedication to maintaining and developing the cancer care group in co-operation with other hospital departments.
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 Hospital
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
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Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Neonatal Junior Sister/Charge Nurse
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 29 day(s) ago
Reference: 359-8156340-T3-B
Job summary
We are a Level 2 unit with 18 cots; 3 Intensive Care, 8 High Dependency and 7 Special care cots, and are part of the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Neonatal Network. We are proud to be Platinum Bliss accredited and BFI stage 2.
We are looking for a dynamic Band 6 neonatal nurse qualified in speciality. A minimum of 6 months experience post qualification is required.
Main duties of the job
Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated and looking to join a friendly team? As an experienced nurse, you will be responsible for the delivery of high quality, evidence-based care to babies and their families.
Your role will involve working clinically, taking charge of the Neonatal Unit for your shift and liaising with the multi-disciplinary team. We will provide you with opportunities to develop your clinical and managerial skills, as well as supporting you in continuing professional development.
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
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
359-8156340-T3-B
Job locations
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
Pembury
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). 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
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse eligible to practice
- Neonatal Intensive Care Course
- Evidence of relevant post-registration professional development
- Practice Assessor
- Resuscitation Council Newborn Life Support
Desirable
- Obtained or working towards 1st level degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Neonatal Intensive Care Course
- Knowledge of current neonatal, clinical evidence based practice
- Knowledge and understanding of current changes in NHS and Social Services
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of local community and understanding of a multi-cultural, racially diverse population
- Knowledge of current professional issues relating to nursing/neonatal nursing
- Understanding of equal opportunities
- Understanding of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience working on a Neonatal Unit
- Budget management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to support and manage a case-load of patients including assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation, including providing health promotion and education to patients and carers
- Ability to organise and deliver a high standard of research based, neonatal clinical nursing care
- Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent inter-personal and counselling skills
- Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary Health Care team and other agencies
- Ability to act as a role model and leader to others and to motivate a team
- Computer skills
- Experience of the IPR/appraisal process
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse eligible to practice
- Neonatal Intensive Care Course
- Evidence of relevant post-registration professional development
- Practice Assessor
- Resuscitation Council Newborn Life Support
Desirable
- Obtained or working towards 1st level degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Neonatal Intensive Care Course
- Knowledge of current neonatal, clinical evidence based practice
- Knowledge and understanding of current changes in NHS and Social Services
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of local community and understanding of a multi-cultural, racially diverse population
- Knowledge of current professional issues relating to nursing/neonatal nursing
- Understanding of equal opportunities
- Understanding of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience working on a Neonatal Unit
- Budget management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to support and manage a case-load of patients including assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation, including providing health promotion and education to patients and carers
- Ability to organise and deliver a high standard of research based, neonatal clinical nursing care
- Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent inter-personal and counselling skills
- Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary Health Care team and other agencies
- Ability to act as a role model and leader to others and to motivate a team
- Computer skills
- Experience of the IPR/appraisal process
Desirable
- Good presentation 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
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
Pembury
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
Pembury
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
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Telephonist
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 359-8194111-T3-B
Job summary
Our Switchboard team are looking to recruit 3 part-time telephonists to complete our established rota after a recent consultation, joining our friendly hard-working team based at Maidstone Hospital.
The successful applicants would preferably have previous switchboard experience, whilst working in a busy hospital. You will also need a good education to GCSE standard with keyboard skills and an understanding of IT systems; however full training will be given.
Being one of the frontline services for the Trust, the switchboard's aim is to deliver a consistently high standard of customer care whilst working in a busy environment. We are looking for a real team player with flexibility and self-motivation, if you think you have the relevant skills and experience and would like to join us please tell us in your statement what you could bring to the team.
Switchboard is operational 365 days per year, 24/7.
For vacancies 1 and 2 you will be rostered to work between the hours of 6.00 and 22.00 on an eight-hour shift including Saturdays every other week and occasional nights on a set shift pattern. Vacancy 3 you will be rostered to work between the hours of 22.00 - 06.00 Fridays and Thursday. Please ensure you are available for work during these hours before applying, contact the switchboard manager for more information regarding shift pattern.
Main duties of the job
Job Title: Telephonist
Dept: Switchboard
Base: Maidstone Hospital
Grade: Band 2
Hours: Vacancy 1 18.75 hrs per week (mon - sat)
Vacancy 2 22.5hrs per week (mon - sat)
Vacancy 3 7.5hrs per week (Nights thur-fri)
These roles will include working within an established rota, and you will be expected to cover annual leave and sick leave when required and Bank Holidays where scheduled.
For any further information, please contact
Karen Finn
Switchboard Manager
01622 224240/07718 248625
[email protected] 07718 248628
[email protected] 07720 577530
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
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
359-8194111-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
- Educated to a high standard in GCSE or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in customer service or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Work independently without supervision
- Working as part of a close team
Desirable
- Previous switchboard experience in a hospital environment
Skills
Essential
- Customer Care focused
- IT Skills, eg; Basic computer knowledge
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of dealing with emergency calls
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to a high standard in GCSE or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in customer service or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Work independently without supervision
- Working as part of a close team
Desirable
- Previous switchboard experience in a hospital environment
Skills
Essential
- Customer Care focused
- IT Skills, eg; Basic computer knowledge
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of dealing with emergency calls
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
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone Hospital
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Booking Administrator - Lung Cancer Screening Programme - K&M ICS Only
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 359-8016370-T3-E
Job summary
Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Booking Administrator to join the Lung Cancer Screening Programme (LCSP) team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
This is an exciting opportunity to support a developing screening programme aimed at improving the early diagnosis of lung cancer across West Kent. The post holder will play an important role in coordinating appointments, managing patient communications, maintaining accurate records and supporting patients through the screening pathway.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Programme Manager, Lung Health Check Nurses, GP practices and wider cancer services to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of the programme. Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills are essential, together with the ability to work sensitively with patients and manage competing priorities within a busy administrative environment.
This is a secondment position aligned to national programme funding.
Main duties of the job
o Invite eligible participants to attend Lung Health Check appointments in line with programme protocols and national guidance.
o Book, amend and cancel appointments, ensuring patient pathways are managed efficiently and accurately.
o Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records on Trust systems and screening databases, including recording outcomes, attendance and follow-up actions.
o Manage the programme helpline, responding to patient and public enquiries in a professional, sensitive and timely manner.
o Provide administrative support to the Lung Cancer Screening Programme team, including preparation of correspondence, reports, data summaries and meeting documentation.
o Work closely with Lung Health Check Nurses, GP practices, respiratory teams and wider cancer services to support effective pathway coordination.
o Monitor shared inboxes and ensure correspondence and queries are actioned appropriately within agreed timescales.
o Support patient engagement and uptake by proactively contacting patients regarding appointments and non-attendance.
o Maintain confidentiality at all times and comply with Trust information governance and data protection requirements.
o Contribute to service improvement initiatives, audits and data collection activities as required.
o Provide cross-cover and administrative support across the service where necessary.
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
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-8016370-T3-E
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.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard 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.
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.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard 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.
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 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including English and Maths or equivalent
- NVQ Level 3 in Administration (or equivalent qualification /experience)
Desirable
- A levels
- IT qualifications (E.g. ECDL or equivalent)
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a healthcare setting.
- Experience communicating with patients, members of the public and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applicatons, including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Experience maintaining accurate electronic records or databases
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively within a busy environment
Desirable
- Previous healthcare experience
- Experience using patient administration systems (PAS) or clinical databases such as Infoflex.
- Experience working within a screening programme, cancer service or patient pathway environment.
- Understanding of NHS cancer pathways or waiting time standards
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicae effectively in writing and verbally
- Ability to manage telephone and email enquiries professionally
- Accurate keyborad and data entry skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain attention to detail when managing patient information
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Desirable
- Experience using electronic document management or scanning systems.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including English and Maths or equivalent
- NVQ Level 3 in Administration (or equivalent qualification /experience)
Desirable
- A levels
- IT qualifications (E.g. ECDL or equivalent)
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a healthcare setting.
- Experience communicating with patients, members of the public and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applicatons, including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Experience maintaining accurate electronic records or databases
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively within a busy environment
Desirable
- Previous healthcare experience
- Experience using patient administration systems (PAS) or clinical databases such as Infoflex.
- Experience working within a screening programme, cancer service or patient pathway environment.
- Understanding of NHS cancer pathways or waiting time standards
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicae effectively in writing and verbally
- Ability to manage telephone and email enquiries professionally
- Accurate keyborad and data entry skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain attention to detail when managing patient information
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Desirable
- Experience using electronic document management or scanning 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
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Senior Project Manager 8b
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 359-8209619-T3
Job summary
TheSenior Project Manager is a business-critical role that enables the Trust to deliver its capital programme, maintain legal and regulatory compliance, manage infrastructure risks and provide healthcare environments that support excellent patient outcomes. Failure to recruit to this position would create significant patient safety, operational, financial and compliance risks across the organisation.
Main duties of the job
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Lead the delivery of capital, infrastructure and compliance projects across the Trust, ensuring completion to agreed quality, cost and timescales. Manage project plans, budgets, risks and governance arrangements while providing expert advice to clinical, operational and corporate stakeholders. Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, NHS guidance, HTMs, HBNs, Building Regulations, CDM and fire safety requirements. Oversee procurement, contractors and consultants to achieve value for money and successful outcomes. Lead building safety, asbestos, water safety, ventilation and electrical infrastructure programmes. Embed health and safety, infection control and risk management throughout project delivery. Support service developments, estate improvements and the Trust's Capital Programme, Estates Strategy and sustainability objectives.
Key Accountabilities
- Safe delivery of capital and infrastructure projects.
- Compliance with statutory and NHS requirements.
- Effective budget, programme and risk management.
- Protection of patient, staff and visitor safety.
- Delivery of modern, compliant healthcare facilities.
- Achievement of Trust strategic and operational objectives.
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
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-8209619-T3
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.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard 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.
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.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard 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.
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
Qualification
Essential
- Educated to MSC level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in Building construction or Engineering services
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
- PRINCE 2 Practitioner or equivalent project management qualification
- Membership of a professional institute such as APM, WIFM, IHEEM, CIBSE or RICS
- IOSH Healthcare (Risk & Safety Management) or NEBOSH general certificate (Construction).
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Extensive knowledge of range of specialist areas, acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent experience or training plus further specialist knowledge or experience to Degree level or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working at a senior level in Project Management within Healthcare.
- Experience of working within Estates bias discipline.
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
- Detailed knowledge of the NHS HBN's
- Experience in facilitating formal tendering processes.
- A thorough understanding of fire prevention, building construction and services, fire safety legislation, Codes of Practice and Building Regulations.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Numeric and analytical Skills
- Ability to make sound judgements and decisions involving highly complex facts and conflicting demands
- Able to produce concise reports both financial and information based
- Ability to interpret national and local guidelines. Able to interpret and act upon new guidance from NHS or Professional bodies
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Educated to MSC level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in Building construction or Engineering services
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
- PRINCE 2 Practitioner or equivalent project management qualification
- Membership of a professional institute such as APM, WIFM, IHEEM, CIBSE or RICS
- IOSH Healthcare (Risk & Safety Management) or NEBOSH general certificate (Construction).
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Extensive knowledge of range of specialist areas, acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent experience or training plus further specialist knowledge or experience to Degree level or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working at a senior level in Project Management within Healthcare.
- Experience of working within Estates bias discipline.
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
- Detailed knowledge of the NHS HBN's
- Experience in facilitating formal tendering processes.
- A thorough understanding of fire prevention, building construction and services, fire safety legislation, Codes of Practice and Building Regulations.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Numeric and analytical Skills
- Ability to make sound judgements and decisions involving highly complex facts and conflicting demands
- Able to produce concise reports both financial and information based
- Ability to interpret national and local guidelines. Able to interpret and act upon new guidance from NHS or Professional bodies
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
Employer details
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Senior Clinical Fellow - Cornea
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 359-8130558OPHTH-A
Job summary
Applications are invited for a 12-month fixed-term Cornea Fellowship at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. This post holder will be at MTW, which offers a tertiary Cornea service with particular emphasis on complex Corneal cases. Operations carried out include corneal grafts, complex cataracts and anterior segment surgeries, and ocular surface diseases and surgeries.
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.
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 you personally care for. To participate in clinical and other service activities and developments to ensure a high standard of patient care. To work in close co-operation with other medical, professional and managerial colleagues, both within and outside the speciality, 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 speciality. To attend clinical governance half-days as in the job plan. To participate actively in departmental activities, which may be included in the work you undertake. To ensure at all times that you comply with the General Medical Council's 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 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 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.
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
Details
Date posted
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£76,582 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-8130558OPHTH-A
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.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check atEnhanced 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 atEnhanced 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
- Full GMC Registration FRCS or FRCOphth
- Completed CCT register or CESR, or within 12 months of obtaining CCT
Desirable
- MD/equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Phaco surgery
- Experience in cornea clinics and cornea theatre lists
- Experience in post-operative cornea care
- Experience in emergency eye care
- Demonstrable experience in Clinical Audit and research
Desirable
- Research interest
- Experience in risk management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead efficient, well-run clinics and theatres lits under pressure.
- Ability to teach junior doctors and other clinical staff.
- Ability to organise and manage clinical as well as administrative workload
Desirable
- Staff management: delegating appraisal of performance, monitoring staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration FRCS or FRCOphth
- Completed CCT register or CESR, or within 12 months of obtaining CCT
Desirable
- MD/equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Phaco surgery
- Experience in cornea clinics and cornea theatre lists
- Experience in post-operative cornea care
- Experience in emergency eye care
- Demonstrable experience in Clinical Audit and research
Desirable
- Research interest
- Experience in risk management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead efficient, well-run clinics and theatres lits under pressure.
- Ability to teach junior doctors and other clinical staff.
- Ability to organise and manage clinical as well as administrative workload
Desirable
- Staff management: delegating appraisal of performance, monitoring staff
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 hospital
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Employer details
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Junior Clinical Fellow - Acute Oncology SDEC - Kent and Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 359-MSD8181030ON-A
Job summary
This is a post within the Kent Oncology Centre, based at Maidstone, supporting the Acute Oncology Same Day Emergency Care (AO SDEC) to patients from Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
The post holder will be expected to support the consultant-led service across a range of tumour types. As a member of the Kent Oncology Centre there will be a commitment to participate fully in a Kent wide approach to the delivery of cancer care. This includes supporting the Outpatient Chemotherapy Team as well as, multi-disciplinary team meetings and teaching sessions.
Main duties of the job
SDEC role:
The SDEC is an assessment area attached to the Chemotherapy Unit (Charles Dickens Day Unit) where we bring Oncology patients for review by the SHO, SpR or AOS team. Patients are generally low acuity, and there are strict inclusion/exclusion criteria with regards to what the SDEC will accept.
- To cover the SDEC Monday to Friday 0900-1700 as part of the SDEC team including:
o SDEC nursing team as well as the experienced Acute Oncology team
o Named registrar present to discuss cases, review any unwell patients and support
o Dedicated Consultant support to discuss challenging cases
- Will perform an initial assessment of the patient and initiate initial management
- In low acuity cases may discharge with appropriate follow up and notification of treating Oncology team
- If any concerns to escalate appropriately, and if required arrange inpatient admission
The SDEC will offer opportunities for trainees to achieve their assessments including CBDs, Mini-CEX's and ACAT's. This will also be an invaluable opportunity to learn from your Registrar colleagues, and shadow them for any cases of interest. Finally, it will be a good supervised environment to develop skills in management of treatment toxicities.
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:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 23.7% 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
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£54,499 to £67,325 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-MSD8181030ON-A
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.
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.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Part 1 MRCP
Desirable
- Higher post-graduate degree (e.g. PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
- Part 2 MRCP
Experience
Essential
- Completed Foundation Year 2 or equivalent training
Desirable
- Experience in Oncology services
Audit
Essential
- Understand principles of audit and can demonstrate participation in an audit programme
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit cycle
Personal Skills
Essential
- Able to work in a team with other health care professionals. Flexibility to cover in the absences of colleagues
Desirable
- Have good I.T skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Part 1 MRCP
Desirable
- Higher post-graduate degree (e.g. PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
- Part 2 MRCP
Experience
Essential
- Completed Foundation Year 2 or equivalent training
Desirable
- Experience in Oncology services
Audit
Essential
- Understand principles of audit and can demonstrate participation in an audit programme
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit cycle
Personal Skills
Essential
- Able to work in a team with other health care professionals. Flexibility to cover in the absences of colleagues
Desirable
- Have good I.T 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).
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Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone Hospital
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
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Project Officer
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 359-8212770-T3
Job summary
The Project Officer supports the Associate Director of Capital Development in the planning, procurement and delivery of the Trust's Capital Programme and major Estates projects. The post holder manages a range of construction, engineering, refurbishment and compliance projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards, while meeting NHS requirements, statutory regulations and Trust policies.
The role provides specialist technical advice on design, construction, procurement, sustainability, engineering services and regulatory compliance. Working with clinical services, Estates teams, contractors, consultants and external agencies, the post holder develops project briefs, supports business case development, manages contracts and oversees projects from inception to completion.
Responsibilities include budget management, tender evaluation, contractor coordination and ensuring that backlog maintenance, statutory compliance and sustainability objectives are incorporated into schemes where appropriate.
The role contributes to the delivery of a safe, modern and sustainable healthcare estate that supports high-quality patient care and organisational objectives. The post holder will deputise for the Associate Director of Capital Development when required and provide technical representation at Trust project and governance meetings.
Main duties of the job
Support the Associate Director of Capital Development in delivering the Trust's Capital Programme and major revenue projects.Manage construction, engineering, refurbishment and compliance projects from inception to completion.Develop project briefs, feasibility studies, specifications and contract documentation.Support business case development and provide technical advice on service improvements and estate developments.Procure and manage consultants, contractors and suppliers in line with Trust policies and procurement procedures.Monitor project budgets, authorise payments and maintain effective financial control.Deliver projects to agreed quality, cost and timescale objectives.Ensure compliance with NHS guidance, statutory legislation, Building Regulations, Fire Safety and Health & Safety requirements.Incorporate backlog maintenance, compliance and sustainability priorities into projects.Evaluate tenders and support contractor and consultant appointments.Liaise with clinical services, Estates, Finance, Procurement, consultants and regulatory bodies.Provide specialist advice on construction, engineering and Estates-related matters.Prepare project reports, progress updates and technical recommendations for stakeholders.Maintain accurate project documentation, drawings and project records.Deputise for the Associate Director of Capital Development and represent the department at meetings when required.
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.
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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
01 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-8212770-T3
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.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard 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.
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.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard 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.
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
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent level of experience of working within a project support environment.
Desirable
- IOSH Healthcare (Risk & Safety Management)
- Project management qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Significant Experience and knowledge of project management in building construction.
- In depth experience in design, specification and negotiation of construction projects, Capital project management and administration of construction contract matters.
- In depth knowledge of NHS project management including procurement routes, and business case development.
- Health service Capital investment and procurement procedures.
- A thorough understanding of fire prevention, building construction and services, fire safety legislation, Codes of Practice and Building Regulations.
- An understanding of the risk management process.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Healthcare environment
- Leading and influencing in challenging circumstances
Skills
Essential
- Excellent numeric and analytical skills
- Highly developed problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
- Ability to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of options
- Able to manage conflicting demands of departmental and corporate priorities
- Excellent organisational skills and prioritising skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent level of experience of working within a project support environment.
Desirable
- IOSH Healthcare (Risk & Safety Management)
- Project management qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Significant Experience and knowledge of project management in building construction.
- In depth experience in design, specification and negotiation of construction projects, Capital project management and administration of construction contract matters.
- In depth knowledge of NHS project management including procurement routes, and business case development.
- Health service Capital investment and procurement procedures.
- A thorough understanding of fire prevention, building construction and services, fire safety legislation, Codes of Practice and Building Regulations.
- An understanding of the risk management process.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Healthcare environment
- Leading and influencing in challenging circumstances
Skills
Essential
- Excellent numeric and analytical skills
- Highly developed problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
- Ability to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of options
- Able to manage conflicting demands of departmental and corporate priorities
- Excellent organisational skills and prioritising 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.
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone Hospital
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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Specialist Cardiac Practitioner - Kent & Medway ICS
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 359-8080049-T2
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 an enthusiastic, motivated and qualified Cardiac Physiologist keen to join an innovative team of Cardiac Physiologists and other Health Care Professionals?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist specializing in Cardiac Rhythm Management & Invasive Cardiology at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual to join our busy and friendly team. You would be expected to work across all sites to gain exposure to all aspects of cardiology that the service provides. Currently the Maidstone site offers complex device implants and Electrophysiology, whilst the Tunbridge wells site offers PCI including PPCI (in hours), IVUS and pressure wire studies.
The successful applicants should have BSc (Hons) in Clinical Physiology (Cardiology)/ BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Science)/MSc Healthcare science (Cardiac) or equivalent plus IBHRE or BHRS device accreditation. Ideally, they should be registered with AHCS or HCPC. 15% R&R bonus payment applies if registered with AHCS or HCPC and accredited with BHRS or IBHRE.
Main duties of the job
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Due to a rapidly expanding cardiology service, significant investment is planned for the service. We already have an established EP service, including complex EP (3D mapping with carto). In addition, there are plans to expand & redesign the Maidstone Cardiology site soon. This will provide an exciting opportunity to be involved in the cutting edge of cardiology and to help shape future cardiac services in Kent.
We offer regular training sessions, mentorship and engaged leadership at all levels. We have close links with Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust.
Continued professional and personal development is actively encouraged and the successful candidate will be given opportunities and supported to develop their postgraduate skills.
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
28 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year 15% R&R if registered with AHCS/HCPC and accredited with BHRS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
359-8080049-T2
Job locations
MTW all sites
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.
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.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or MSc Healthcare Science (cardiac), Clinical Physiology or equivalent
- ILS or equivalent
- BHRS or IBHRE
- Post graduate specialism
Desirable
- RCCP/AHCS or HCPC registration
- Higher professional qualifications, eg MSc
Skills
Essential
- Be able to contribute to cardiology teaching
- Able to wear lead apron and concentrate for long periods
- Effective written and verbal skills.
- Demonstrate willingness for personal professional development and participate in service development.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Able to display diplomatic and caring nature when dealing with all patients and grades of staff.
- Self motivated and enthusiastic.
Desirable
- Uk driving license
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work independently in invasive/ non-invasive cardiac diagnostics
- Experience at band 6 or above
- Sound knowledge of Cardiology and the ability to demonstrate competence.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Able to provide technical reports independently
- Excellent computer skills, competent in Microsoft Word
- Use of email
- Able to work under pressure
- Specialist knowledge in physiological testing techniques.
Desirable
- EP experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or MSc Healthcare Science (cardiac), Clinical Physiology or equivalent
- ILS or equivalent
- BHRS or IBHRE
- Post graduate specialism
Desirable
- RCCP/AHCS or HCPC registration
- Higher professional qualifications, eg MSc
Skills
Essential
- Be able to contribute to cardiology teaching
- Able to wear lead apron and concentrate for long periods
- Effective written and verbal skills.
- Demonstrate willingness for personal professional development and participate in service development.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Able to display diplomatic and caring nature when dealing with all patients and grades of staff.
- Self motivated and enthusiastic.
Desirable
- Uk driving license
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work independently in invasive/ non-invasive cardiac diagnostics
- Experience at band 6 or above
- Sound knowledge of Cardiology and the ability to demonstrate competence.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Able to provide technical reports independently
- Excellent computer skills, competent in Microsoft Word
- Use of email
- Able to work under pressure
- Specialist knowledge in physiological testing techniques.
Desirable
- EP 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.
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
MTW all sites
Hermitage lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
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Address
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ME16 9QQ
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