Continence Nurse

HCRG Care Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider is seeking a motivated Band 6 Continence Nurse to join their team in Sittingbourne. The role involves delivering high-quality, patient-centered continence care through detailed assessments and collaboration with various medical professionals. Ideal candidates will be registered nurses with a passion for continence care and strong communication skills, ready to support patients and contribute to service improvement. This permanent position offers stability, a competitive salary, and access to extensive learning resources.

Benefits

Band 6 salary plus 5% High Cost Area Supplement

Free on-site parking

Access to My Reward Hub

Extensive wellbeing support

Learning and development opportunities

Innovative working environment

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a genuine interest in continence care.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle for work.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive continence assessments and treatment planning.
• Work collaboratively with community nursing teams and hospitals.
• Manage and advise on complex continence cases.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Strong communication skills

Compassionate approach

Education

One year post-registration experience

Job description

# Continence Nurse## Job Introduction**Package Description**We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Band 6 Continence Nurse to join our specialist service based at Kent Science Park in Swale. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a small, supportive and highly skilled team dedicated to improving bladder and bowel health across the community.As a key member of the continence service, you’ll deliver holistic assessments, provide expert advice, and help shape the experience of patients who require personalised, sensitive and evidence-based continence care.You will feel valued as a Continence Nurse within HCRG Care Group, with access to a wide range of rewards and benefits, including:* Band 6 salary, plus 5% High Cost Area Supplement, NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions* Free on-site parking at Kent Science Park* My Reward Hub membership – discounts on everyday purchases, cashback offers and voucher deals* Early access to earned wages for unexpected expenses* Extensive physical and mental wellbeing support, including counselling, legal and financial guidance, post-trauma support, health resources and activity programmes* Outstanding learning and development with access to eLearning, bespoke pathways and CPD via The Learning Enterprise* A supportive culture where innovation is encouraged, backed by £100,000+ ring-fenced innovation funding each year* The reassurance of working within a clinically robust organisation, with 100% of rated services achieving “Good” or “Outstanding” with the CQC* Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location### **Job Introduction**You’ll work alongside our Band 7 Continence Specialist Nurse as part of a close-knit, community-based continence team delivering high-quality care across Swale.Your role will involve a blend of clinical, office and community work, giving you the opportunity to build strong patient relationships, support complex care planning, and contribute to service improvement. You may also work with other local teams to provide occasional cross-cover where required, helping ensure continuity of care across the region.This is a full-time position, offering stability, variety, and ample scope for continued learning and professional development.### ### **Main Responsibilities**As a Band 6 Continence Nurse, you will:* Carry out comprehensive continence assessments, treatment planning and follow-up care* Work collaboratively with community nursing teams, acute hospitals, AHPs and social care colleagues to deliver a coordinated, high-quality service* Manage and advise on complex continence cases, supporting the wider MDT to ensure seamless care pathways* Promote best practice in continence management, adhering to local and national guidelines* Support patient education on bladder and bowel health, empowering individuals to manage their conditions confidently* Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and contribute to audit, service development and quality improvement initiatives* Provide professional advice and support to colleagues, carers and patients to ensure safe, effective care* Participate in ongoing training, supervision and reflective practice to enhance your clinical expertise### ### **The Ideal Candidate**We’re looking for someone who:* Is a Registered Nurse (NMC) with at least one year post-registration experience* Has a genuine interest in continence care, long-term condition management or community nursing* Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle for work* Has strong communication skills, a compassionate approach and the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a small team* Is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and contributing positively to service development### Continence Nurse* **Salary** AFC Band 6 plus 5% high cost area allowance* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** HCRGCG/TP/116242/17939* **Contract Type** Permanent - Full Time* **Closing Date** 21 December, 2025* **Job Category** HCRG - Nursing and Midwifery Registered* **Business Unit** HCRG - North Kent* **Location** Kent Science Park, Sittingbourne , Flexible* **Posted on** 11 December, 2025