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What does Flexi-Bank mean?

Flexi-Bank workers support departments across the hospital in case of sickness or holiday cover and provide additional support while we recruit permanent staff.

Being a part of the Flexi-Bank staff team at Benenden Hospital can offer you the perfect work/life balance by giving you the opportunity to work flexibly during the week.

Our Flexi-Bank staff are vital in supporting us to maintain high standards of patient safety and care. At our hospital we hire the most appropriately skilled staff to work in both our clinical and non-clinical areas.

Whilst we're unable to guarantee you regular hours, we do have the need to cover our regular staff members across all areas of the hospital during times when we experience increased demands or staff shortages.

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Where will I work?

  • Support Services, as a Catering Assistant, Housekeeper or hospital Porter
  • Clinical Services, as a Healthcare Support Worker across all departments, Physiotherapy Assistant, Radiology Assistant or Pharmacy Assistant
  • Administration and Patient Services, as a Receptionist, Reservations Advisor, Health Records Administrator, Medical Secretary support or Scheduling Coordinator

We also have opportunities for a Medical Secretary, Sales Advisor, Sonographer, Radiographer, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Staff Nurse, Nursing Associate, Theatre Practitioner or Surgical Care Practitioner.

Current Flexi-Bank vacancies

Flexi-Bank Decontamination Services Technician

£13.50 per hour

Flexi-Bank

Join Our Essential Decontamination Services Team

We are looking for a dedicated, reliable and quality-focused Decontamination Services Technician to join our Flexi-Bank Team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a vital service that supports patient safety and clinical excellence by ensuring reusable medical devices are decontaminated, processed and available for use across the hospital.

As a Decontamination Services Technician, you will work as part of a professional team responsible for the reprocessing of surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes, contributing directly to the delivery of safe and effective patient care.

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
  • Opportunity to work within a supportive and professional healthcare environment.
  • Gain experience in an essential service that directly impacts patient safety.
  • Ongoing opportunities to develop skills and knowledge within decontamination services.
  • Be part of a team committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

If you are a motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for maintaining the highest standards of healthcare support services, we would love to hear from you. Join our Flexi-Bank team and help ensure the safe and effective delivery of patient care at Benenden Hospital.

We know that great Decontamination Service Technicians bring different strengths, experiences and perspectives. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people who are neurodivergent.

We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and working environment. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or throughout your employment, we'll work with you to provide the support you need to thrive.

Flexi-Bank Porter

£13 per hour

Flexi-Bank

Porters play a vital role in the day‑to‑day operation of the hospital. You will be responsible for the safe and timely movement of patients, records, equipment, stores, and both general and clinical waste across the site. Your work will directly support clinical teams and ensure the smooth, efficient running of hospital services.

Why Join Us?

As a Flexi‑Bank Porter, you’ll have the opportunity to work flexibly, gain valuable healthcare experience, and play an essential role in supporting patient care and hospital services.

We know that great Porters bring different strengths, experiences and perspectives. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people who are neurodivergent.

We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and working environment. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or throughout your employment, we will work with you to provide the support you need to thrive.

Flexi-Bank Sonographer

£50 per hour

Flexi-Bank

Join Our Expert Diagnostic Imaging Team

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated and patient-focused Sonographer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional looking for flexible working arrangements while contributing to the delivery of a high-quality ultrasound service.

As a Flexi-Bank Sonographer, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional diagnostic imaging and patient care, while supporting the day-to-day operation of the ultrasound service. You will work closely with colleagues across the department, acting as a clinical expert and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and patient experience.

Why Join Our Flexi-Bank Team?

  • Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
  • A supportive and professional multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
  • The chance to make a meaningful difference to patient care while maintaining work-life balance.

Applying for a position

We’re committed to providing good quality, compassionate care. Everyone who works with us plays an important role in supporting this, whether patient‑facing or not, and we value the experience, behaviours, and perspectives our people bring.

We want to understand why you want to work in a hospital environment and how your knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience align with the role you’re applying for, and how they support a caring and respectful culture. These qualities are best shown through your own experience rather than AI‑generated content. While AI tools may be used for general support, we ask that applications are written in your own words and reflect your true abilities and values.

Taking the time to complete your application carefully and honestly helps us understand your suitability for the role and ensures a fair, open, and values‑based recruitment process.

To apply for a position, please complete our online application form.

For general vacancy enquiries, please contact kentcareers@benenden.org.uk.

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