Job summary
The Critical Care unit is a specialist 8-bedded unit. We admit the most unwell patients from various areas.
The ward is friendly, busy, exciting, and rewarding, providing an excellent working experience. Our team is hardworking and committed to delivering high standards of care, reflected in our excellent Friends and Family feedback. The ward fosters a family atmosphere with good peer support and a vibrant social network.
Main duties of the job
We are primarily seeking individuals committed to delivering excellent patient-centered care, from any caring or healthcare background. We aim to support and develop you to reach your full potential as a skilled vascular surgical health professional.
Our team is dedicated to teaching and providing a positive learning environment, including ward-based study days tailored to the ward's needs and the multi-professional team's interests.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. We are guided by values that ensure everyone feels cared for, safe, respected, and confident in our impact. We are implementing 'We care', a new approach empowering frontline staff to lead improvements daily. We seek compassionate individuals to join us on this journey.
Important notice
If you need a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK, please declare this on your application. As of 9th April, sponsorship is limited to certain roles, and it is unlikely we can sponsor candidates for this role.
Details
* Date posted: 16 May 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 3
* Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per year
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 344-7581SAC-B (3rd ad)
* Location: Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
Job description
Please access the full Job Description and Person Specification in the Documents section. For questions, contact the line manager using the details provided.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training (Essential)
* Good secondary education standard
* Care Certificate
* Minimum 2 years healthcare experience
Desirable
* GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths (A-E)
Clinical skills and experience (Essential)
* Good interpersonal and communication skills
* Basic IT skills
* Flexibility and teamwork abilities
* Recent healthcare experience
Governance (Essential)
* Understanding of scope of practice
Professional attributes (Essential)
* Team player
* Organizational skills
* Role model for trust values
Other requirements (Essential)
* Awareness of and adherence to trust’s vision, mission, and values
* Calmness under pressure
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Employer details
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
Website: https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/
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