Nursing Associate: Frontline Care with Flexible Hours

The Methodist Church in Britain; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Disability guaranteed interview

Job summary

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nursing Associate to support frontline NHS clinical teams in delivering patient care. The role involves physical tasks, patient handling, and requires a full UK driving licence.

Applications are limited to Kent and Medway NHS staff and staff bank workers, plus student and newly qualified nurses and AHPs. The role emphasizes staying current with evidence-based practice, organizing own work, and following trust policies.

Qualifications

• QCF Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent.
• Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths (or GCSE A-C/4-9).
• NMC registration as Nursing Associate.
• Recent healthcare experience (education/work).
• Full UK driving licence or EU-equivalent and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support frontline NHS clinical teams in delivering patient care.
• Carry out physical healthcare tasks, including moving and handling patients.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

IT systems usage

Professional conduct under pressure

Up-to-date clinical knowledge

Understanding Nursing Associate role

Education

QCF Level 3 in healthcare

Functional Skills Level 2 in English & maths

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nursing Associate to support frontline NHS clinical teams in delivering patient care. The role involves physical tasks, patient handling, and requires a full UK driving licence.

Applications are limited to Kent and Medway NHS staff and staff bank workers, plus student and newly qualified nurses and AHPs. The role emphasizes staying current with evidence-based practice, organizing own work, and following trust policies.