Due to a rapidly expanding cardiology service, significant investment is planned for the service shortly. This will provide an exciting opportunity to be involved in the cutting edge of cardiology and to help shape future cardiac services in Kent.

You will need to apply for a place at the University of Middlesex on the BSc Healthcare Science (Cardiac) apprenticeship. You therefore should meet the entry requirements for the programme in order to be considered for this post (2 A levels or equivalent ideally in science, plus Math's and English GCSE / Level 2 or equivalent). Experience in a Cardiology department is essential for this training post. You will be paid Annex 21 of a band 5 (equivalent to band 4) for the duration of the programme. This equates to the following: 1st year - £24,567.40, 2nd year - £26,457.20, 3rd year - £28,347. On successful completion of the programme you would be paid band 5.

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms. Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below