Job overview

Are you a motivated, flexible Registered Children’s Nurse eager to advance in Paediatric Emergency Care?

Join one of the top 10 NHS trusts for Emergency Department (ED) performance! We have exciting full-time and part-time Sister/Charge Nurse roles in the Paediatric Emergency Departments at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals.

This is a great leadership opportunity in a growing service, supported by a skilled, compassionate paediatric emergency team. The role is primarily based at Maidstone, with some cross-site working. Shifts include nights and weekends, supporting our 24/7 care in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

Professional Development: Work in an education-focused setting offering diverse in-service learning, university links, and regional specialist training.

Career Progression: Benefit from a clear development pathway with training in triage, minor injuries, Paediatric Intermediate Life Support, red dot x-ray interpretation, trauma and mental health, Patient Group Directives, Paediatric Emergency Department courses, monthly simulation sessions, weekly clinical teaching, and wellbeing/mindfulness support

Main duties of the job

You will be a confident and experienced Registered Children’s Nurse with substantial experience in acute paediatrics and/or paediatric A&E. You’ll ideally hold an emergency care qualification, be EPALS certified, and demonstrate evidence of clinical leadership, shift management, and staff development.

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
• Passionate about mentoring junior staff and leading by example

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.

Working for our organisation

Working for your organisation

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