Trainee Epilepsy Nurse

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Trainee Epilepsy Nurse. This role involves training in the assessment and management of epilepsy patients while working with consultant neurologists and GPs. Candidates must possess a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification and be a registered healthcare professional. The position offers a salary range of £31,049 to £37,796 per year pro-rata and includes a professional development plan to progress to Band 6 within 1–18 months.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Recent healthcare experience gained through education or previous employment.
• Knowledge of up-to-date clinical practice.
• Awareness of NHS developments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Link epilepsy patients with healthcare professionals.
• Support service pathway development.
• Contribute to quality improvement activities.

Skills

Patient assessment skills

Medication management

Communication skills

Education

Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification

Registered Healthcare Professional

Job description

Trainee Epilepsy Nurse

The closing date is 28 December 2025

We are looking for a skilled nurse to join our Epilepsy Service as a Trainee Epilepsy Specialist.

As a development role you will train and acquire specialist skills in the assessment, treatment and management of people with epilepsy. You will have a professional development plan co‑written with the Specialist Epilepsy Nurse. Within 1–18 months of starting, you will progress to Band 6 as a new specialist.

Main duties of the job

You will link patients with epilepsy, consultant neurologists and GPs, advising and monitoring medication changes. You will support the development of service pathways and contribute to quality improvement activities.

About us

Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to high standards of patient care, equity, diversity and inclusion. We support flexible working arrangements.

Job responsibilities

Please note: at this stage the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.

Driving may be required. Please confirm you have a full UK driving licence if the role requires driving. Candidates unable to drive due to a disability can contact the Recruitment Team via [e-mail].

Provide accurate information in your application. Contact details of the recruiting manager are available in the advert if you have questions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge gained through experience plus a diploma in nursing
• Registered Healthcare Professional with relevant professional body (1st Level Nurse / NMC or Physiotherapist; Occupational Therapist; etc / HCPC)

Experience

• Recent experience of healthcare gained through education, work experience or previous employment.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of up to date clinical practice
• Awareness of developments within the NHS (advantage)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure evidence will be required.

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year pro‑rata per annum.