Community Nurse

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking a dedicated Community Nurse to deliver complex nursing care. You will work closely with a caring team and support patients in their homes, ensuring their health and well-being. The position requires recent healthcare experience and a Level 6 Degree in nursing. A full UK driving licence is essential. This role offers a salary of £31,049 to £37,796 pro rata per annum and supports flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification in nursing.
• Recent experience in healthcare through education or work.
• Registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex nursing care to patients in their homes.
• Assess healthcare needs of patients and monitor care quality.
• Work as part of a team ensuring safety and well-being of patients.

Skills

IT systems proficiency

Knowledge of NHS developments

Evidence-based procedures

Education

Level 6 Degree or equivalent in nursing

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

Community Nurse

The closing date is 04 January 2026

The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there’s never been a better time to join us.

We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Community Nurse to join our caring and progressive team in Abbey Court.

As part of a close-knit team, you will be dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Tunbridge Wells – a diverse patient group with complex needs.

Community nurses make a difference by ensuring our services are proactive and patient‑focused, helping people remain at home and independent for longer.

Our community nursing teams are closely aligned with local Primary Care Networks to provide holistic, joined‑up care. We take the time to get to know our patients.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship. Therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who cannot provide documentary evidence of the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Main duties of the job

Community nurses provide complex nursing care to people at home and in residential care homes.

As a community nurse, you will:

• assess the healthcare needs of patients and families
• monitor the quality of care they receive
• be professionally accountable for its delivery

Your patients could be any age, but they will often be elderly, recently discharged from hospital, terminally ill or have physical disabilities.

You will work as part of a team to keep people safe and well at home. Using your clinical judgment, you will support evidence‑based care planning for people living at home, in care homes or other settings and ensure that people who use our services have a good experience.

"I have an amazing, rewarding job and my aim is to continue to provide skilled and compassionate care for my patients in their homes for as long as I am able." – Jenny, community nurse.

About us

Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we are passionate about delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. We need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, excellent.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

We collect information about protected characteristics on our application forms. This information is confidential and only used if you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. We ensure all applicants have equitable access to career opportunities.

As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we support flexible arrangements that respect both professional and personal commitments.

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Job responsibilities

Many of our roles require you to drive. You must confirm you have a full UK driving licence if driving is required. If you are unable to drive due to disability, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail] with the vacancy reference number so we can support you.

The job description and person specification provide all necessary information. Please review the criteria carefully and demonstrate how you meet them in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format, let our recruitment team know. All information you provide should be true and accurate.

We can receive many applications. To maximise your chances of being shortlisted, apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is high interest.

We strongly encourage all clinical and non‑clinical staff who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated to protect your safety and that of colleagues and patients.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

• You will have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience plus a diploma in nursing.
• You need recent experience of healthcare gained through education, work experience or previous employment. This role is ideal for a newly qualified graduate nurse.
• You will be a registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Full UK/EU driving licence.

Knowledge and skills

• You must be able to use IT systems and databases.
• An awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage.
• You will have up-to-date knowledge of clinical practice, using evidence‑based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year pro rata per annum