• Job Description

  Req#: C9359-25-0388?language=en&page=129&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  The Neonatal Unit at The Tunbridge Wells Hospital is a Level 2 unit comprising of 18 cots, caring for babies from 27 weeks gestation.

  This is an excellent opportunity to work in a purpose built Neonatal Unit, specialising in providing an environment promoting quality family centred care and we are proud to be Bliss accredited and BFI stage 2

  We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated member of staff to join our friendly, dedicated team.

  Main duties of the job

  Experience would be an advantage although we offer further opportunity for trainingand development, and actively support any continuing professional development you may wish to undertake.

  About us

  Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.

  We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

  Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

  Looking for flexible working?

  We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

  Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

  • At least 27 days of annual leaveplus 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

  Date posted

  01 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 5

  Salary

  £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  359-7121593-T4

  Job locations

  Tunbridge Wells Hospital

  Tonbridge Road

  Tunbridge Wells

  TN2 4QJ

  
  

  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 emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif 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 this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

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

  All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date 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 emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif 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 this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

  Person Specification

  Qualification

  Essential

  • UK RCN/RN/RM professional registration
  • Evidence of a relevant post-registration professional development.

  Desirable

  • Diploma or equivalent, neonatal course
  • Mentorship course/Qualified Practice Assessor

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience as student/registered nurse

  Desirable

  • Experience of multi-disciplinary working
  • High dependency nursing care of the sick infant
  • In speciality may be advantageous

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Knowledge of current clinical evidence based practice
  • Knowledge and understanding of current changes in the Acute and Social Services
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
  • Knowledge of current professional issues relating to nursing
  • Understanding of equal opportunities
  • Understanding of patient confidentiality

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to work towards support and managing a case-load of patients including assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation, including providing health promotion and education to patients and carers
  • Ability to organise and deliver a high standard of nursing care
  • Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary Health Care team and other agencies
  • Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise work
  • Ability to act as a role model
  • Computer skills

  Person Specification

  Qualification

  Essential

  • UK RCN/RN/RM professional registration
  • Evidence of a relevant post-registration professional development.

  Desirable

  • Diploma or equivalent, neonatal course
  • Mentorship course/Qualified Practice Assessor

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience as student/registered nurse

  Desirable

  • Experience of multi-disciplinary working
  • High dependency nursing care of the sick infant
  • In speciality may be advantageous

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Knowledge of current clinical evidence based practice
  • Knowledge and understanding of current changes in the Acute and Social Services
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
  • Knowledge of current professional issues relating to nursing
  • Understanding of equal opportunities
  • Understanding of patient confidentiality

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to work towards support and managing a case-load of patients including assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation, including providing health promotion and education to patients and carers
  • Ability to organise and deliver a high standard of nursing care
  • Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary Health Care team and other agencies
  • Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise work
  • Ability to act as a role model
  • Computer skills

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

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

  Additional information

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

  Address

  Tunbridge Wells Hospital

  Tonbridge Road

  Tunbridge Wells

  TN2 4QJ

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

  Address

  Tunbridge Wells Hospital

  Tonbridge Road

  Tunbridge Wells

  TN2 4QJ

  
  

  Employer's website

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

• About the company

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