Clinical Lead Nurse Continence Service | Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a Clinical Lead Nurse to join our Continence Service. We can be flexible with the base with the option for either Maidstone, Ashford, Canterbury or Sevenoaks. We provide information, support and professional advice to clients, healthcare practitioners and carers in order to maximize the quality of life for patients. We believe everyone has the right to be continent and have access to the highest standards of care; where symptoms cannot be treated they can often still be improved. You will oversee and support the management of a complex clinical caseload of patients with specialist clinical services as an autonomous practitioner. You'll work closely with the Operational Manager of Specialist Clinical services to lead in the strategic development and advancement of clinical practice in continence (Bladder & Bowel) and product delivery services. Rated 'out' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent. We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 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 ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission. The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both. See where you can go with KCHFT career pathways. As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further. Now is the time to be part of a healthcare transformation. The new NHS 10-Year Plan puts community care at the centre of service delivery-shifting resources closer to where people live and promoting prevention over hospital admission. As a member of a community-based NHS trust, you'll be at the forefront of this change. Work in integrated neighbourhood teams, delivering joined-up care alongside GPs, mental health professionals, social workers, and voluntary services. Benefit from new roles, clear career pathways, apprenticeships, and personalised development support. The plan also brings new workforce standards: improved flexible working, mental health support, safe workplaces, and strong protections against discrimination. With greater investment in underserved areas and a focus on reducing health inequalities, your work will have local impact and national importance. Community trusts are leading the way in digital innovation, using tools like virtual wards to reduce admin and improve patient care. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is your chance to help deliver a modern, inclusive, and community-focused NHS. #J-18808-Ljbffr