The closing date is 20 August 2026
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata per annum
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. Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.
We are looking to recruit a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our Community Hospital team, supporting the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation and palliative care services.
Our inpatient care is led by a Matron and delivered by a skilled multidisciplinary team including Registered Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Rehabilitation Assistants, Care Management staff, a Pharmacist, and Visiting Medical Officers.
Community Hospitals provide a range of healthcare services for adults aged 18 and over, helping patients recover, regain independence, and achieve the best possible outcomes. Our inpatient units predominantly focus on rehabilitation and end of life care, offering compassionate support to patients and their families during important stages of their healthcare journey.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a supportive team committed to delivering person-centred care with dignity, kindness, and respect, making a real difference to the lives of those we serve.
Main duties of the job
- Under the direction of the Matron, you will be responsible and accountable for the holistic care of a named group of patients. You will regularly take charge of the Ward and the Hospital in the absence of the Matron.
- You will delegate for the matron at Trust clinical forums and meetings.
- Provide clinical and managerial leadership to nurses and health care assistants.
- You will be expected to participate in 24-hour internal rotation and undertake other duties where requested which are compatible with the grading of the post
- You will be expected to move to other Community Hospital sites to cover the needs of the service, so a driving licence is essential.
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
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.
Knowledge and skills
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 evidence-based 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
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).