Paediatric ED Staff Nurse - Kent & Medway ICS
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Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Paediatric ED Staff Nurse - Kent & Medway ICS
The closing date is 23 September 2026
Job summary
Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.
Are you a motivated, flexible Registered Children's Nurse eager to advance in Paediatric Emergency Care?
We have exciting full-time and part-time Registered Nurse roles in the Paediatric Emergency Departments at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals.
You will be supported by a skilled, compassionate paediatric emergency team. The role includes cross-site working at both Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals. Shifts include nights and weekends, supporting our 24/7 care in a fast-paced environment.
Main duties of the job
You will be a confident Registered Children's Nurse with a passion for and/ or experience in acute paediatrics and/or paediatric A&E. An emergency care qualification, and/or being be EPALS certified is desirable but not essential.
Above all, we are looking for a nurse who is:
- Compassionate and child-centred in their approach
- A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Committed to clinical excellence and continuous improvement
Supportive Leadership:
You will be joining a department with strong clinical and nursing leadership, supported by experienced Paediatric and ED Matrons, Emergency Nurse Practitioners, and Practice Development Nurses devoted to ongoing staff development and patient-centred care.
Due to high interest, early application is encouraged as we may close this vacancy before the listed closing date.
Ready to step up and make a real difference in paediatric emergency care?
Apply now and become part of a team that is committed to excellence, learning, and compassionate care.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
- At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
- Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
- Blue Light card eligibility
- And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
359-8276539-T2
Job locations
Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
Hermitage Lane/ Tonbridge Road
Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience of speciality
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
- Awareness of current developments in nursing
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of speciality
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Teaching.
- Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to speciality
- Basic IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience of speciality
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
- Awareness of current developments in nursing
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of speciality
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Teaching.
- Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to speciality
- Basic IT skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
Hermitage Lane/ Tonbridge Road
Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
Hermitage Lane/ Tonbridge Road
Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Paediatric Matron Emergency Department
Charlie Rumary
07872047104
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
359-8276539-T2
Job locations
Cross Site - Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
Hermitage Lane/ Tonbridge Road
Maidstone/ Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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