Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

We are excited to be recruiting a Tuberculosis (TB) Specialist Nurse for North Kent. We are seeking someonewith excellent communication skills, who enjoys the challenge of working with socially and medically complexpatients in a community setting and who is passionate about advocating for our patients. We are lookingforward to welcoming the right candidate to our 'Outstanding' Trust and our friendly and well-establishedteam.

We care for adults, children and babies, through case management, screening clinics, BCG vaccination and health promotion. The post will involve visiting people in their own homes, clinics and some outreach work aswell as phone and virtual appointments.

The role will primarily involve caring for patients in the North Kent, but may involve some wider travel in Kentfor training and meetings. The post holder will need to be able to work autonomously without directsupervision.

In return for your hard work we offer you a flexible working environment, personal development and a comprehensive corporate and local induction programme.

Main duties of the job

Specialist TB Nurses play a vital public health role in reducing the onwards transmission of TB throughcontact tracing, identifying close contacts of index cases and offering screening in line with TB guidelines.Their role includes co-ordinating and delivering TB screening clinics, attending incident management meetingsand responding to outbreaks.Specialist TB Nurses provide expert knowledge and skills acting as a resource to advise, educate and supportthe TB multidisciplinary team and raise awareness of TB to the public and other health care professionals.

We also offer a generous NHS pension, annual leave entitlement and a competitive pay framework to progress through.

So, if your enthusiastic and looking for a new challenge then we would love to hear from you.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

846-8214782-UJ

Job locations

Gravesham Community Hospital

Gravesend

DA11 0DG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training

Essential

• Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, Registered healthcare professional with the NMC
• Experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting mentoring others

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to use IT systems and databases
• Understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health

Desirable

• Awareness of developments within the NHS
• Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance

Person Specification Qualifications, training Essential Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, Registered healthcare professional with the NMC Experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting mentoring others Knowledge and Skills Essential Sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing Able to use IT systems and databases Understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health Desirable Awareness of developments within the NHS Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gravesham Community Hospital

Gravesend

DA11 0DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gravesham Community Hospital

Gravesend

DA11 0DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

We are seeking a Band 6 Wound Clinic Team Leader to join our Tissue Viability and Wound Therapy Service, providing high-quality, evidence-based wound care to patients attending Medway Community Healthcare wound clinics.

The successful candidate will work as part of a specialised multidisciplinary team, assessing patient needs, developing and evaluating personalised care plans, and delivering appropriate wound treatment, prescribing, advice and support to promote healing and improve outcomes.

You will support the effective day-to-day management of wound clinics, assist the Senior Wound Therapist, and lead workload allocation during short periods of absence. The role includes providing leadership, supervision and development support to Healthcare Assistants, students and visitors, ensuring safe, compassionate and high-quality care aligned with current evidence and best practice.

If you are an experienced clinician with excellent leadership and communication skills, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Assess, treat and monitor patients attending
• wound clinics, delivering evidence-based wound care and evaluating treatment outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualised care plans in collaboration with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide education, advice and support to patients, families and carers to promote wound healing, self-management and health improvement.
• Communicate effectively with GPs, community services, care homes, hospitals and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Organise and prepare clinic sessions, prioritising workloads and managing appointments to meet patient needs efficiently

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

846-8219442-TS

Job locations

Across the Medway towns

Medway

ME1 2EL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• You will have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience plus a diploma in nursing.
• You'll need to have experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting/ mentoring others.
• You will be a registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Knowledge and skill

Essential

• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases.
• You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidencebased procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker.

Desirable

• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage as well as an understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance.

Working environment

Essential

• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential You will have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience plus a diploma in nursing. You'll need to have experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting/ mentoring others. You will be a registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Knowledge and skill Essential You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases. You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidencebased procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker. Desirable Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage as well as an understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance. Working environment Essential A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across the Medway towns

Medway

ME1 2EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across the Medway towns

Medway

ME1 2EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

There has never been a more exciting time to join community healthcare. As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting people to recover, maintain their independence, and receive care closer to home. Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals.

In return, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive organisation that values your contribution and wellbeing. We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, clear career progression pathways, flexible working options where possible, and the chance to develop your skills alongside experienced healthcare professionals. If you are compassionate, motivated, and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Join our dedicated multidisciplinary team (MDT) and play a key role in helping patients recover from stroke, regain independence, and return home safely. Working within our specialist stroke rehabilitation service, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care while supporting patients, families and carers throughout their recovery journey.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration, while encouraging patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals. As part of the MDT, you will undertake a range of clinical duties including observations, blood glucose monitoring, catheter and stoma care, venepuncture, ECG recording, bladder scanning, simple wound management, specimen collection and maintaining accurate patient records.

You will also contribute to risk assessments, infection prevention activities, and support patients' physical, emotional and social wellbeing. Working closely with nurses, therapists and other healthcare professionals, you will help deliver safe, effective care and promote the best possible outcomes for patients.

If you are compassionate, motivated and committed to making a difference, we can offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to develop your skills, and the chance to be part of a service that transforms lives every day. Come and help us support patients on their road to recovery.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

846-824512-TS

Job locations

Westbrook House Stroke Unit

150 Canterbury Road

Margate

CT9 5DD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience
• In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths)
• You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment

Desirable

• You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience
• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases
• You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health
• You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths) You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment Desirable You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting Knowledge and skills Essential You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westbrook House Stroke Unit

150 Canterbury Road

Margate

CT9 5DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westbrook House Stroke Unit

150 Canterbury Road

Margate

CT9 5DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic nurse to join our friendly team in East Kent. The Children's Therapiesservice provides Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Care Co-ordination services toCYP aged 0-19.

Care co-ordination is a service for babies and children (up to the age of 12) who present with an identified developing condition or disability which is impacting on, or has the potential to significantly impact upon their long-term developmentand/or function.

The post is suited to a nurse with experience of working with children and families in the community and who works well in a multidisciplinary team. We currently offer a hybrid work pattern for staff with a combination of face to face andvirtual working. Please see below for the main duties of the job.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

Main duties of the job

o Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of holistic care linked to packages of prescribed care oridentified projects.oSupport in the supervision and development of staff.oActively work as a member of the children's therapies team to provide high quality care to service users.oAct as lead and support for care co-ordinators, managing the care co-ordination pathwaysWork with key colleagues (ie education and health) in order to support multi agency models of service delivery.The successful applicant will join our friendly therapies team. We pride ourselves on the support and induction offered tonew staff including; regular meetings with a line manager, access to supervision; in house and external training. We offerregular clinical governance days where all localities come together to share knowledge, skills and CPD experiences. As aband 6 you will be supported by Band 7 clinical leads from both within locality and across Kent.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters.As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

01 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

Part-time

Reference number

846-8265049-UJ

Job locations

Heathside

Maidstone

ME14 4AH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community differencehere.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community differencehere. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• You will have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience plus a diploma in nursing
• You'll need to have experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting/ mentoring others
• You will need to have experience working with children and their families.
• You will be a registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• You will have at least one year's experience of working as a Nurse or midwife.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• You'll need have sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing
• You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience
• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases.
• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage as well as an understanding of National Service Frameworks
• You will have knowledge of up-to-date children's health and well -being by using up- to- date evidence-based research and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker. About You Here's what you need to thrive in this role

Personal Attributes

Essential

• You will have the ability to focus on the details and spot any potential problems.
• You'll need to be adaptable in work as things change as part of working in a wider team.
• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country)

Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Essential You will have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience plus a diploma in nursing You'll need to have experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting/ mentoring others You will need to have experience working with children and their families. You will be a registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You will have at least one year's experience of working as a Nurse or midwife. Knowledge & Skills Essential You'll need have sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases. Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage as well as an understanding of National Service Frameworks You will have knowledge of up-to-date children's health and well -being by using up- to- date evidence-based research and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker. About You Here's what you need to thrive in this role Personal Attributes Essential You will have the ability to focus on the details and spot any potential problems. You'll need to be adaptable in work as things change as part of working in a wider team. A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heathside

Maidstone

ME14 4AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heathside

Maidstone

ME14 4AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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