Total 10 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Wells, BA5 1WE

As a trust we are passionate about providing high standards of patient care & are looking for people with the same values. This post is dispensary based at Tunbridge Wells Hospital focusing on receiving and booking in prescriptions using the prescription tracking system, handing out prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist, maintaining stock levels of OTC products, dispensing ward stock CDs, taking responsibility for stock and expiry date checks of CDs and taking responsibility for cashing up and maintaining appropriate coinage in the till. It also includes dispensing for in patients & outpatients. If you are currently community based you will have all the essential knowledge regarding dispensing that is required in hospital pharmacy. No matter what your background is; in this post you will gain experience & training in dispensing and working in a pharmacy including TPN & other hospital-based products.

We are looking for an ambitious & motivated person who is looking forward to communicating with the wider healthcare team. Who has good interpersonal & organisational skills. Patient interaction is integral to this position in our busy outpatient dispensary so an ability to manage these interactions calmly and professionally is required.

We encourage applicants from both the hospital & community pharmacy sectors as this is an ideal transitional post if you are looking to experience hospital pharmacy.



To contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive and modern pharmacy service by providing safe and efficient dispensing support, which contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of medicines to patients. This is a leadership role including training support duties

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

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

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Interview Date: To be confirmed.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024

An exciting opportunity for a 1 year secondment for a Booking Clerk within our Specialist Medicine CAU.

We are looking for a hard working, organised individual, who has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and use initiative.

The role involves the booking of Outpatient appointments, answering telephone calls and monitoring waiting lists in line with Trust policy.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in this varied role.

The specialist medicine team is a friendly hardworking group of staff that work as a team they are flexible and also work independently. If you think you have the necessary skills and experience and would like to join our team, this could be a suitable position for you.

You will need to have excellent communication skills especially working with the general public, as well as being dedicated to providing an efficient and effective service. You will be working closely with members of the Clinical Admin Unit in order to ensure patients are seen in a timely manner.
• Plan and coordinate outpatient clinics working in close liaison with the Senior Booking Clerk.
• Ability to exercise initiative, have an independent judgement and decision making with situations arising.
• To facilitate in service improvement to streamline a patient's journey and to ensure that the Trust delivers a quality service and gold standard of patient care.
• You will be IT literate, able to meet deadlines and also have an attention to detail. Knowledge of Allscripts would be highly desirable but this is not essential, as training will be provided. You must be methodical and organised in your approach and thrive on the opportunity to make a genuine difference



MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.


We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.


In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.


Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.



Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

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



At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interview Date: TBC




This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024

An exciting opportunity is available for a Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technologist, to join the well established and friendly mortuary team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. Working cross site you will participate in all mortuary processes providing patient care after death, cleaning and disinfection, developing knowledge and skills in post mortem examination techniques, and ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to.

The post holder will work closely with both the bereavement and medical examiners teams.

This is a varied role blending high standards of post mortem care, supporting clinicians and other professionals along with maintaining all requirements to ensure the HTA regulations and CQC are upheld. The post holder is expected to participate in regular cross site attendance at both hospitals, and following initial training and achieving competency, will participate in the out of hours on call rota for the mortuary service. Flexibility and good communication are essential service requirements. IT skills are needed to ensure record keeping and document control is regularly completed, updated and available for scrutiny providing full traceability at all times.

Those applying should be committed, enthusiastic, have an eye for detail and be prepared to work in a challenging, and sometimes emotive environment. Achieving Anatomical Pathology Technology RSPH Level 3 and level 4 Diplomas is a requirement of the post. Level 3 qualified APTs will be considered for this post.

There will be a second practical interview for suitable candidates, date to be confirmed.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

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

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Interview Date: 20th December 2024.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024

Are you interested in working for Radiology?...Are you Relocating?... Are you a student looking to secure a job after graduation?...Maybe you are returning back to practice or simply fancy 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 are receiving 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.

Posts have become available based at Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. We provide imaging services over seven days across all our hospitals.

We have a comprehensive Induction and Probation 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 interview).

All band 5 Radiographers are supported to rotate through ED and General X-ray, fluoroscopy and CT. To facilitate this, you will receive IV cannulation and PGD training.

The Band 5 role requires a commitment to the departments out of hour’s responsibilities; this will include late, weekend and night shifts as well as the opportunity for additional shifts as the department continually adjusts to service requirements.

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.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

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

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Interview Date: To be confirmed.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024

The radiology department is recruiting for a pivotal role within the radiology team. The successful candidate will have direct patient contact as well as liaising with clinical personnel throughout the hospital.

This role requires the following skills:
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic patient care
• Flexibility
• Organisational astuteness
• An ability to multi task and prioritise work
• Good IT and administrative skills
• An ability to work within a team
• To use initiative and work autonomously when required

Patient confidentiality is essential to this role.

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.

The role involves working a combination of 7.5 hours and 12 hours shifts including weekends, overnight and bank holidays, to assist the Radiology service throughout the week, weekend and overnight. Therefore, you will require flexibility with your working pattern to be able to fully participate in this roster.

The main tasks of the post will be to support the radiographers, radiologists and nurses in caring for patients, register the patients on the Radiology computer system and assist the Radiographers with transfer of patients if no porters are available. There will be some clerical duties but training will be given for all aspects of the post.

Clinical tasks include chaperoning patients, cannulation, patient observations and assisting in minor procedures performed under imaging guidance. Competencies and training for this will be provided.

New members of staff will find themselves welcomed into a vibrant and friendly department that has an attitude of inclusivity. We have an active social group comprising staff from all Bands who meet regularly to socialise after the stresses of the day.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

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

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interview Date: To be confirmed.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Bank Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Endocrine Team at Maidstone Hospital, and we are looking to recruit a full-time fixed-term or secondment as an Endocrine Specialist nurse. The post holder will be key in supporting the Endocrine Consultants and service, working with patients and other health care professionals to ensure patients are receiving the best care and support with their condition, and streamlining the patient’s pathway.

We are an Outpatient service and the role will be full-time 37.5 hours on weekdays. It will require you to work predominantly at Maidstone Hospital, however there may be occasions you will be required to work cross-site at Tunbridge Wells.

The post holder will work as part of the Endocrine multi-disciplinary team providing specialist nursing care to a patients with endocrine conditions. Key responsibilities of the role include managing the patient advice-line, patient education, performing dynamic function tests aiding diagnosis, attending and presenting at MDT meetings, and running nurse-led telephone clinics to manage patients with thyroid conditions.

The role will also involve patient education in the form of teaching sessions for adrenal insufficiency, to empower patients with the knowledge to manage their condition. At times you may also be required to support and educate nursing and ward staff, and will promote awareness, implementation and adherence of Trust, National and Professional polices and guidelines.

The post-holder will support the investigation and management of patients with potential endocrine disorders by performing dynamic function tests to help diagnose conditions, interpret these results and feedback to the Consultants to initiate treatment where appropriate. Cannulation and phlebotomy skills are therefore essential. The role will involve correspondence with other health care professionals in primary and secondary care, therefore strong written and communication skills are desirable.

The post-holder will run weekly nurse-led thyroid clinics, where it will be required to interpret blood results and assess symptoms, and manage medications appropriately using clinical judgement and Trust protocols. You will need to be able to work autonomously, however be able to escalate concerns or seek clinical guidance when appropriate and will be supported by the Endocrine team.

You will be self-motivated, organised, computer literate and able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and committed to service provision whilst maintaining own continual professional development

If you are interested in applying for this role, please do make contact with the Endocrine CNS Lead for further details and/or to arrange an informal visit

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

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trust’s 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net 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.

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

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed


This advert closes on Friday 6 Dec 2024

Are you currently working in a community pharmacy & want a new challenge? Maybe you are in a completely different area of work & looking for a change? If you are a distribution-based pharmacy assistant who has decided their career should be more in the dispensary this is the job for you. Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS trust is a large acute hospital trust in the South East of England operating from two main sites. As a trust we are passionate about providing high standards of patient care & are looking for people with the same values.This post is dispensary based at Tunbridge Wells Hospital focusing on all aspects of dispensing for in patients & outpatients. You will have the opportunity to work on a patient facing level when covering at the Outpatient Pharmacy Hatch.If you are currently community based you will have all the essential knowledge regarding dispensing that is required in hospital pharmacy. No matter what your background is; in this post you will gain experience & training indispensing and working in a pharmacy including TPN & other hospital-based products.

We are looking for an ambitious & motivated person who is looking forward to communicating with the wider healthcare team. Who has good interpersonal & organisational skills.We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly, dynamic team.

We encourage applicants from both the hospital & community pharmacy sectors as this is an ideal transitional post if you are looking to experience hospital pharmacy.

To contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive and modern pharmacy service by providing safe and efficient dispensing support, which contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of medicines to patients.

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in West Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.Fordcombe Hospital is near Tunbridge Wells and became part of the Trust in October 2024. It focusses on planned care and has two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day care beds, diagnostic services including X-ray, MRI, CT and endoscopy, and a number of consultation and treatment rooms.

In the 2023 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

1. Dispense discharge, out patient, day case and in-patient prescription requests.

2. Check dispensary medication expiry dates at the end of each month.

3. Replenish dispensary stocks, including robotic dispensing lines.

4. Dispense medication into monitored dosage compliance devices e.g. Nomad and dosette trays

5. To undertake activities within the pharmacy which contributes to the efficient and effective supply of medicines to patients

6. To receive prescriptions from patients and hospital staff at the reception area

7. To liaise with dispensary staff to prioritise prescriptions in order to aid the workflow in the dispensary and minimise waiting times.

8. To collect appropriate prescription charges from eligible patients and check validity of those claiming exemption from prescription charge according to HSC.1999/082 – “Countering Fraud in the NHS.

9. To attend to visitors to the Pharmacy Department at the reception area and refer to relevant personnel when necessary, whilst providing cover for the Pharmacy Receptionist.

10. To attend to pharmaceutical company representatives at the reception area, informing them of relevant procedures, whilst providing cover for the Pharmacy Receptionist.

11. To answer the dispensary and other telephones and deal with enquiries or refer to dispensary staff as appropriate, whilst providing cover for the Pharmacy Receptionist.

12. To participate in dispensary & outpatient audits

13. Observe and comply with the procedures and standards of practice of the department.
1. Follow procedures, current legislation and regulations governing the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH.
1. Undertake other duties as may reasonably be required for the effective running of the Pharmacy Services.

Participate in the extended dispensary services on week days and Saturday, Sundays and Bank Holidays


This advert closes on Monday 2 Dec 2024

Theatre Practitioner (Bank) Tunbridge Wells Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Part Time Up to £26.00 per hour depending on experience Wherever you're currently working, Nuffield Health is where you'll excel. As the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, we can offer you a unique opportunity to feel valued, free from constraints and able to grow your career, while you're helping us offer the highest standards of care. It starts here. It starts with you. As the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, we offer a fantastic home for your career. And we'll give you the freedom to work autonomously, making full use of your expertise. Here's where you bring your drive, passion and high standards to help shape the health of the nation. As a Theatre Practitioner (ODP) at our Tunbridge Wells Hospital, you're registered with the appropriate governing body and you hold the relevant qualifications and experience, including NMC or HCPC. You bring a passion for high standards, a meticulous eye for detail and post-registration experience. You're a focused, flexible and motivated team worker. As a Theatre Practitioner, you will: Be part of our close-knit multidisciplinary team. Work with leading consultants and like-minded professionals who respect and value what you bring. Enjoy a varied caseload with state-of-the-art technology, equipment and facilities. Supervise, support and develop junior members of staff. Create high-quality care and patient experiences that are clinically effective and evidence based. Interact well with colleagues on the ward, understanding that continuity in patient care is key. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month. Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital. The Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital are recognised for their friendly atmosphere, clinical expertise, and high standards of care. Our purpose-built hospital has been established since 1968. With 40 en-suite bedrooms, a busy outpatients and pre-assessment departments. We also provide a diagnostic imaging service (MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Mammography and X-ray), pathology, paediatric unit, surgical recovery ward, cancer care unit, 3 state of the art operating theatres and physiotherapy services. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

Ward 2 Acute Frailty Unit is based in Tunbridge wells Hospital and consists of 26 short stay beds where elderly male and female patients undergo a holistic assessment of their acute medical and often complex needs.

The Unit also has a 8 spaced assessment area where patients are welcomed and then assessed to identify the most appropriate care plan. We work collaboratively with a range of specialties to facilitate clinical excellence and holistic care delivery with a multi-disciplinary approach.

Ward 2 has excellent medical cover, a designated Frailty Consultant, a dedicated therapy team and a Discharge Co-coordinator. All members of the team work together to ensure that top quality medical care is delivered and to facilitate effective discharge planning. The team also includes a Lead Frailty Nurse who works cross-site to help Patient flow in the Frailty Unit.



This post requires a motivational and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about Frailty Care. This post also requires an individual who is able to manage patient flow effectively on the busy Frailty Unit. You must be flexible, approachable, motivated, and hardworking and be able to use your own initiative, whilst also having the ability to work under pressure and to work alongside staff in the Emergency Department and Ward 22 to ensure the Frailty Pathway for our Patients is smooth and effective.

You will have the opportunity to to develop Management skills in this role, as you support junior nursing staff, while working alongside the Ward Manager to help develop the Team.

You will receive a comprehensive preceptorship program and will be encouraged in further development. We offer a supportive, exciting and challenging work environment and we are committed to the training and development of our staff.

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



MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.
We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trust’s 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net 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.

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

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed,


This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024