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Contract Support Officer – NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board

Job Title: Contract Support Officer
Employer: NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board
Location: Gail House, Maidstone, ME15 6NB, United Kingdom
Salary: £32,073 – £39,043 per annum, pro rata
NHS Pay Band: Band 5
Contract: Secondment
Working Pattern: Full-time
Date Posted: 4 September 2026
Closing Date: 20 September 2026
Reference Number: 095-8245721-TS

IMPORTANT: VISA SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

This vacancy does NOT meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board states that it is unable to accept applications from candidates who cannot provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the United Kingdom.

Applicants should therefore already have the appropriate right to work in the UK before applying.

About the Role

NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board is looking for an organised and proactive Contract Support Officer to provide high-quality administrative and business support to the Contracts Team.

The successful candidate will support contract management activities, maintain accurate records, coordinate administrative processes and help ensure effective communication between internal colleagues and external providers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality project, service, initiative and administrative support.
  • Provide information and analysis where required.
  • Provide business and administrative support to the CCG Contracts Team.
  • Assist with the preparation of contract documentation.
  • Support contract management activities.
  • Coordinate meetings and associated administration.
  • Support governance processes connected with meetings.
  • Maintain the Kent and Medway contracts register.
  • Monitor the progress of contract documentation.
  • Support the resolution of queries.
  • Engage with providers and CCG staff as appropriate.
  • Manage the team mailbox.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Essential Requirements

Administrative Skills

  • Proven experience working within an administrative role.

Communication Skills

  • Experience communicating effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience developing productive working relationships.

Organisational Skills

  • Strong organisational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Ability to prioritise workload.

Desirable Experience

  • Proven experience completing administrative tasks.
  • Experience providing business or project support.
  • Experience working with documentation and records.
  • Experience supporting meetings and associated processes.

Working Environment

NHS Kent and Medway is committed to creating a workplace culture that supports staff to perform at their best.

The workforce is expected to work a minimum of two days per week on-site. There is also an expectation that one-to-one meetings are held face-to-face and that colleagues regularly visit commissioned services.

Flexible Working

The organisation describes itself as a flexible-working-friendly organisation and aims to support employees in working flexibly where appropriate.

Staff are supported through regular supervision, annual appraisal, agreed objectives and access to training opportunities.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NHS Kent and Medway is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and encourages applications from all areas of the community.

Job Location

Gail House
Maidstone
ME15 6NB
United Kingdom

Application Information

Applicants should carefully review the job description and person specification before applying.

Candidates should explain clearly how their experience demonstrates that they meet the stated criteria.

Apply as soon as possible. The vacancy may close early if there is significant interest.

Closing Date

20 September 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official NHS Jobs application system.

Vacancy Reference: D9095-26-0064
Recruitment Reference: 095-8245721-TS

Employer Details

NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board
Gail House
Maidstone
ME15 6NB
United Kingdom

Employer website:
NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board

Contact for Job Enquiries

Interim Contract Manager: Joanne Weatherall
Email: joanne.weatherall@nhs.net

Quick Job Summary

Job Detail Information
Position Contract Support Officer
Employer NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board
Band Band 5
Salary £32,073 – £39,043 per annum, pro rata
Contract Secondment
Working Pattern Full-time
Location Maidstone, Kent
Closing Date 20 September 2026
Reference 095-8245721-TS
Skilled Worker Sponsorship Not available
Right to Work Documentary evidence required

Important Applicant Reminder

This is a UK-based NHS Band 5 administrative opportunity. However, applicants must pay particular attention to the sponsorship restriction.

The employer explicitly states that this vacancy does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

Candidates who cannot provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK should not apply expecting sponsorship for this position.

Closing Date: 20 September 2026

Apply early because the vacancy may close before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.

 

 

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