Medical and Dental

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

About Us

Now is the perfect time to advance your career by joining East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust. As one of the largest hospital trusts in England, we offer a variety of rewarding roles across our five main hospitals and community clinics, serving a population of approximately 800,000 in the South East of England. With locations in Ashford, Margate, Canterbury, Dover, and Folkestone, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to diverse communities.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: great healthcare from great people. Guided by our core values—ensuring people feel cared for, safe, respected, and confident—we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

At East Kent Hospitals, we embrace a culture of empowerment through our We Care programme, which enables frontline staff to lead day-to-day improvements. Compassionate individuals who share our dedication to continuous improvement are integral to our journey of enhancing care for patients, families, and carers.

Research and innovation are at the heart of our mission to improve community health. Our Trust participates in numerous clinical research studies, with Kent and Medway’s Clinical Trials Unit at Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital in Margate. As a teaching Trust, we are proud to collaborate with local universities and King’s College London to educate and train the next generation of doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals.

Join East Kent Hospitals, and you’ll find a supportive environment where every individual’s contribution is valued. Together, we strive to provide outstanding care while fostering personal and professional growth in an organisation that takes pride in its people.

Forces Friendly Employer

At East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT), we are proud to be recognised as a Forces-friendly employer. We warmly welcome applications from ex-military personnel, their families, and individuals involved in the Reserve Forces and Cadet Schemes.

Being part of the armed forces community means you possess a wealth of transferable skills, knowledge, and invaluable life experience. These qualities make you an excellent fit for our organisation, where your expertise and dedication are highly valued.

We greatly appreciate the unique contributions you bring, including exceptional skills as a qualified Medical and Dental staff, alongside a strong commitment to upholding values aligned with ours: People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference.

The Opportunity

We offer outstanding career opportunities for Medical & Dental Staff across a wide range of specialties. With cutting-edge facilities and links to leading institutions like the Kent and Medway Medical School and King’s College London, you’ll have everything you need to advance your expertise, grow your career, and explore exciting new pathways.

At East Kent Hospitals, we are committed to supporting your professional development. Alongside the chance to work with expert multidisciplinary teams, we provide access to exceptional in-house and external training, as well as opportunities to contribute to postgraduate and undergraduate education. Whether your aspirations lie in clinical leadership, research, or education, our Trust is the ideal environment to achieve your goals.

In addition to Consultant roles, we offer a variety of opportunities for non-consultant grade doctors across an extensive range of specialties. Our MediLead programme supports career progression for SAS and trust grade doctors, offering development in education, research, leadership, and quality improvement.

With flexible working arrangements and portfolio career options, we empower you to achieve a balance between a fulfilling career and the quality of life that East Kent offers.

As part of our commitment to making East Kent your home, our Family First Scheme pledges to assist the partners of consultants offered a substantive post by finding suitable roles for them within the area. We also offer relocation support, and comprehensive benefits including up to 32 days of annual leave, generous study leave, and access to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

There has never been a better time to join East Kent Hospitals. With a focus on innovation, research, and clinical leadership, we are on an exciting journey of transformation.

Diversity Matters

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where equality of opportunity is prioritised and diversity is celebrated. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is central to everything we do. The Trust has an EDI Steering Group, chaired by our Chief People Officer, to drive forward the EDI agenda.

Our Benefits

We work hard to ensure that our people are supported, recognised and rewarded; through personal development and career progression opportunities, dedicated staff well-being and support programmes, flexible working opportunities to help your work-life balance, as well as staff discounts and benefits.

Join us today and play a key role in delivering a consistent, high-quality service while becoming a valued member of one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country. We look forward to welcoming you to the team!