Neonatal Junior Sister

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Pembury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS healthcare provider in Pembury is seeking a dynamic Band 6 neonatal nurse with a minimum of 6 months of experience post-qualification. As part of the neonatal unit, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based care while liaising with a multi-disciplinary team and taking charge of the unit during your shifts. This position offers at least 27 days of annual leave, NHS Pension Scheme membership, and opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Commitment to ongoing professional development is essential.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave

Membership in NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience post qualification in neonatal nursing.
• Qualified in neonatal specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, evidence-based care to babies and their families.
• Take charge of the Neonatal Unit during your shift.
• Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Support continuing professional development.

Skills

Neonatal care

Team collaboration

Clinical skills

Evidence-based care

Education

Band 6 neonatal nurse qualification

Job description

About the Unit

We are a Level 2 unit with 18 cots; 3 Intensive Care, 8 High Dependency and 7 Special care cots, and are part of the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Neonatal Network. We are proud to be Platinum Bliss accredited and BFI stage 2.

About the Trust

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‑eastern 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.

Role Overview

We are looking for a dynamic Band 6 neonatal nurse qualified in speciality. A minimum of 6 months experience post qualification is required. Your role will involve working clinically, taking charge of the Neonatal Unit for your shift and liaising with the multi‑disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, evidence‑based care to babies and their families.
• Take charge of the Neonatal Unit during your shift.
• Liaise with the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Develop clinical and managerial skills and support continuing professional development.

Qualifications & Experience

Band 6 neonatal nurse qualified in speciality with a minimum of 6 months experience post qualification.

Working Hours & Flexibility

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.

Benefits

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits.
• Blue Light card eligibility.
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below.

Important Information

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). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

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 Trust’s 2‑week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full‑time (please email [e-mail] 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.

How to Apply

We’ve 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.

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Close Date

This advert closes on Monday 12 Jan 2026.