Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Rheumatology Specialist Nurse team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated nurse, who enjoys new challenges and to help support the continual service development.Some general experience in Rheumatology experience would be of benefit. For those without Rheumatology experience this would be a development role into the speciality. We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality care to our patients. We are looking for an individual who will contribute to this, who is keen to learn and has a kind, caring attitude to patients and colleagues. Main duties of the job For more information please refer to the attached job description for a full overview of the role at MTW. 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 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 Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 359-7039225-T2 Job locations MTW Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ 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 mtw-tr.professionalstandardsnhs.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. 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 mtw-tr.professionalstandardsnhs.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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (Level 1) Relevant experience within Rheumatology Nursing Evidence of post registration educational continuing development BSc or equivalent experience Recognised Teaching qualification. Clinical leadership programme Desirable Specialist Rheumatology nursing Qualification Non Medical prescriber Evidence of post graduate education in Rheumatology Experience/Knowledge Essential Experience of multi disciplinary working Demonstrate post registration experience to include 2 years in relevant speciality Mentorship and teaching Evidence of management, leadership skills and autonomous practice Desirable Experience of clinical audit Nurse prescribing Skills and Attributes Essential Motivated and self directed Enthusiasm for the speciality and role Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently and autonomously Computer literate Teaching and assessment skills Ability to work some additional unsocial hours. Excellent time management skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (Level 1) Relevant experience within Rheumatology Nursing Evidence of post registration educational continuing development BSc or equivalent experience Recognised Teaching qualification. Clinical leadership programme Desirable Specialist Rheumatology nursing Qualification Non Medical prescriber Evidence of post graduate education in Rheumatology Experience/Knowledge Essential Experience of multi disciplinary working Demonstrate post registration experience to include 2 years in relevant speciality Mentorship and teaching Evidence of management, leadership skills and autonomous practice Desirable Experience of clinical audit Nurse prescribing Skills and Attributes Essential Motivated and self directed Enthusiasm for the speciality and role Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently and autonomously Computer literate Teaching and assessment skills Ability to work some additional unsocial hours. Excellent time management 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 MTW Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)