Job requirements
Essential
3 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Have extensive senior nursing experience within an acute hospital environment, including a minimum of 5 years` post-registration experience in surgical and medical nursing.
- Experience
Have proven leadership experience with the ability to manage teams, resources, budgets, and operational performance effectively.
- Qualifications
Be a Registered Nurse with a Diploma or Degree in Nursing and current professional registration.
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Have experience working within an independent healthcare setting and leading change management initiatives.
- Qualifications
Hold a management qualification and/or have leadership training.
Job summary
Clinical Nursing Manager (Wards & Enhanced Care)
Location: KIMS Hospital, MaidstoneHours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayContract: PermanentSalary: Competitive
Are you an experienced senior nurse looking to lead high-performing clinical teams? Do you have the passion to deliver outstanding patient care and drive service excellence? Are you ready to make a real impact in a leading independent healthcare organisation?
KIMS Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Nursing Manager to provide operational, professional, and clinical leadership across our inpatient wards and enhanced care services.
Reporting to the Chief Nurse, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and outstanding patient care while leading and developing multidisciplinary teams to achieve exceptional clinical and patient experience outcomes. Based at KIMS Hospital in Maidstone, this is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking leader to contribute to the ongoing success and development of our services.
Main duties of the job
- Lead the day-to-day operational management of the inpatient wards and enhanced care, ensuring safe staffing levels, patient flow, and effective resource utilisation.
- Provide visible clinical leadership, coaching, and performance management to ward and department leads, promoting a culture of high standards and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with all clinical governance, regulatory, quality, and patient safety requirements, including CQC standards and hospital policies.
- Work collaboratively with Consultants, the Matron, and wider hospital teams to develop seamless patient pathways and enhance patient experience.
- Support strategic service development, change management initiatives, and the delivery of KIMS Hospital's clinical strategy.
About us
At KIMS Hospital we understand our people are our biggest asset and as such we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace. That's why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing.
KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday
- Free secure staff parking
- Pension scheme
- Private health insurance
- Life assurance
- Up to 40% off some of KIMS Hospital services
- Employee Assistance Platform
- Retail discounts and cashback
- Discounted gym membership
- Annual flu vaccination
- Free eye test
If you are an inspiring clinical leader with a passion for delivering safe, outstanding patient care and developing high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply online today.
If you have any questions regarding this role Diane will be happy to help, please call her on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk
Details
- Date posted: 18 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 3520
- Job locations: K I M S Hospital Ltd, Newnham Court Way, Weavering, MAIDSTONE, Kent, ME14 5FT, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For more information regarding this vacancy please see the attached job description and person specification.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Band 7 Nurse roles in MAIDSTONE
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Clinical Nurse Manager with KIMS Hospital in Maidstone, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is Negotiable. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Oct 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (18 Sep 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHSjob search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.