Job summary

The Charity is recruiting for an Estates Assistant to support the management of its facilities, buildings, and grounds. This is a varied, hands-on role requiring practical physical work, including painting, furniture assembly, general maintenance, and groundskeeping duties. The successful candidate will assist on-site contractors and carry out audits and risk assessments in line with company policies and procedures, helping to ensure a safe, well-maintained environment.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will have good general maintenance skills.You will be a team-orientated person, flexible and adaptable to change, enthusiastic to be involved in the facilities management for a compact high quality medical establishment. You will enjoy a challenge and have pride in the presentation of your work in maintaining a safe and pleasing environment of buildings and grounds for the benefit of patients, staff and visitors to Cobalt.

About us

At Cobalt Medical Charity we pioneer innovation in medical imaging diagnosis by investing in equipment, integrated research and education to improve outcomes for patients now and in the future.

Job summary

Empowering young minds & changing futures.

You`re someone who cares deeply about making a differencenot just for today, but for a young person`s entire future.

You bring a blend of clinical expertise, compassion, & creativity, ready to meet children & young people where they are & help them move forward with confidence.

You`ll need to be a qualified Mental Health Practitioner, confident in using therapeutic interventions like CBT or solution-focused techniques, & experienced in working with children, young people & families, especially those facing emotional or behavioural challenges.

But it`s not just about what you know, it`s how you connect. You`re a natural collaborator, able to build trusted relationships with schools, families & multi-agency partners, & you understand the power of early support in educational settings. Safeguarding, risk management & communication come naturally to you, not as tick boxes, but as vital tools for building trust & safety.

You`re reflective, adaptable & committed to learning, with the drive to grow professionally & the values to guide others through difficult moments with hope & respect.

If you`re excited by the chance to work in an amazing supportive, forward-thinking team & to use your skills to help children & young people thrive - we`d love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and skilled professional to join us as a Mental Health Practitioner. You will be passionate about improving mental health outcomes for children and young people, thrive in collaborative environments and be ready to make a real difference in educational settings.

Essential Criteria

• Hold a relevant qualification such as EMHP, CYP IAPT, Registered Social Worker or Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Experience delivering 1 to 1 therapeutic interventions with children, families and groups, including parenting programmes
• Ability to assess mental health, evaluate risk and take appropriate action
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, education settings and capacity and consent, including Gillick competence
• Experience supporting children with social, emotional or behavioural needs, including anxiety and mood disorders
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with a proactive and team focused approach

Additional qualifications such as a teaching degree or Youth Mental Health First Aid are helpful but not essential. Experience in education or healthcare settings, working with vulnerable groups and delivering group interventions would strengthen your application.

If you are an Education Mental Health Practitioner, we would also love to see an application and welcome you to be part of a growing service where you can make a lasting difference.

About us

Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.

All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.

We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce.

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time (pro rata)
• Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
• Enhanced sick pay
• Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
• Annual salary review

Help us to make a positive change to the lives of children and young people!

Job summary

The Department of Neuroscience is part of the network services care group and is one of the largest in the country. It covers southeast London and Kent and encompasses almost all aspects of neurological/ neurosurgical clinical care.

The post-holder will actively support clinical trial recruitment and delivery across Research Delivery Unit (RDU) 1 - Neurosciences, acting as a sub-investigator on a range of trials from phase 1 first in human to phase 3 trials. The post-holder will lead on complex clinical trials (such as CAR-T cell therapy and Advanced Therapy) and they will work closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams, Principal Investigators, academic partners and research delivery staff to promote and enhance research activity within the RDU and department of Neurology.

The post-holder is expected to work in adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research governance and Trust policies and processes. Additionally, the post-holder is expected to work autonomously, keep meticulous records and possess excellent organisational skills.

In addition to research work, the clinical research fellow may have the opportunity to undertake outpatient clinics at the Parkinson's centre of excellence as well as general neurology clinics. There may be an opportunity to participate in the unit's Neurology teaching program.

Main duties of the job

• Support the timely delivery of clinical trials conducted within RDU 1 - Neurosciences to acceptable medical standards, in line with the requirements of sponsors, ICH GCP, and other appropriate guidelines and regulations.
• Provide medical assessment and cover for selected studies, working alongside the clinical research delivery team in RDU 1.
• Initiate definitive strategies to anticipate and expertly manage medical safety issues, including emergencies.
• Act as Sub-Investigator on designated research studies.
• Be responsible for specific study-related medical decisions as agreed with the Principal Investigator
• Assess participant eligibility against protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and maintaining up to date screening lists.
• Obtain informed consent in adherence to ICH GCP from study participants.
• Perform clinical assessments, medical histories and physical examinations and prescribing study medication.
• Perform clinical procedures as appropriate to the assigned study (including, but not limited to, clinical examinations or testing, insertion of intravenous lines, assessment of adverse events and management of medical emergencies)
• Evaluate and manage acute, sub-acute and chronic adverse drug reactions and manage acutetoxicological emergencies under the supervision of the consultants in charge.

Please review job description for additional information.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.

Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£67,325 to £67,998 a year per annum plus London Weighting Allowance

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-CORP-8354582

Job locations

King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Participate in the design and conduct of clinical research projects.
• Present research findings at local, national and international meetings.
• Contribute to publications, abstracts and conference presentations.
• Support grant development and translational research activity where appropriate.
• Undertake audit and quality improvement projects.
• Contribute to teaching medical students, trainees and multidisciplinary research staff.
• Support training in clinical research and clinical procedures.
• Participate in departmental educational meetings and journal clubs.

Job description Job responsibilities Participate in the design and conduct of clinical research projects. Present research findings at local, national and international meetings. Contribute to publications, abstracts and conference presentations. Support grant development and translational research activity where appropriate. Undertake audit and quality improvement projects. Contribute to teaching medical students, trainees and multidisciplinary research staff. Support training in clinical research and clinical procedures. Participate in departmental educational meetings and journal clubs.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Medical degree (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
• Have completed ST1 - ST2 level post registration experience or equivalent.
• Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification

Desirable

• MRCP, MRCS, MRCPath or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
• Higher research degree (MSc, MRes, MD or PhD)
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience managing acutely unwell patients
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
• Understanding of clinical trial methodology and research governance
• Experience of audit, quality improvement or service evaluation

Desirable

• Publications or presentations in peer-reviewed scientific settings
• Experience of advanced therapies, cellular therapies, gene therapies or regenerative medicine
• Previous involvement in clinical research studies including recruitment and eligibility assessment
• Participation in investigator meetings, monitoring visits or regulatory inspections

Skills and Comptencies

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to obtain informed consent
• Understanding of patient safety and pharmacovigilance processes
• Ability to work independently whilst recognising limitations and seeking senior support appropriately
• Ability to interpret clinical investigations

Desirable

• Competency in neurological clinical procedures (such as lumbar punctures)
• Basic statistical analysis experience
• Knowledge of MHRA ATIMP regulations
• Understanding of translational and experimental medicine research
• Experience with electronic data capture systems and research databases

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Medical degree (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent recognised qualification). Full GMC Registration with licence to practise Have completed ST1 - ST2 level post registration experience or equivalent. Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification Desirable MRCP, MRCS, MRCPath or equivalent postgraduate qualification. Higher research degree (MSc, MRes, MD or PhD) Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience managing acutely unwell patients Experience working within multidisciplinary teams Understanding of clinical trial methodology and research governance Experience of audit, quality improvement or service evaluation Desirable Publications or presentations in peer-reviewed scientific settings Experience of advanced therapies, cellular therapies, gene therapies or regenerative medicine Previous involvement in clinical research studies including recruitment and eligibility assessment Participation in investigator meetings, monitoring visits or regulatory inspections Skills and Comptencies Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational and time-management skills Ability to obtain informed consent Understanding of patient safety and pharmacovigilance processes Ability to work independently whilst recognising limitations and seeking senior support appropriately Ability to interpret clinical investigations Desirable Competency in neurological clinical procedures (such as lumbar punctures) Basic statistical analysis experience Knowledge of MHRA ATIMP regulations Understanding of translational and experimental medicine research Experience with electronic data capture systems and research databases

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Due to maternity leave we have an exciting opportunity for someone to continue developing their paediatric experience as part of our large friendly team at King's for a nine month, fixed term secondment cover

This post provides a comprehensive service to our general medical and surgical inpatients with two out patient clinics per week at our Denmark Hill site.

Please feel free to call the team lead (see contact information) for an informal discussion around this post. We are always happy to speak to candidates informally in confidence.

Main duties of the job

Assessment, treatment and timely discharge planning of a complex caseload of infants and children

There will be opportunities to gain experience/shadowing in specialist areas such as CF, allergy, neuro, crit care, neonates and liver/gastro.

We are large friendly team team with superb retention rates, and you will be supported to continue with CPD and audit.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.

Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job summary

Are you an experienced and motivated Radiographer looking to take the next step in your career?

The Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a talentedBand 6 Senior Radiographer to join our dynamic Radiology team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading NHS Foundation Trusts, delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services while supporting the development of colleagues and contributing to service innovation.

Main duties of the job

• Act under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations.
• Act as patient and staff advocateminimising their exposure to radiation.
• Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs.
• Undertake additional modality training in Computed Tomography.
• Perform out of hours duties as part of the departmental shift system, without supervision and acting as team leader where necessary.
• Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies or increased demand from A&E, particularly during out of hours duties.
• Assess and treat own workload of patients/clients, also communicates work priorities, organising workload and encouraging collaboration in the respective work area.
• Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of imaging equipment, reporting faults to senior staff or directly to the manufacturer.
• Ensure all adverse incidents are reported in line with trust policies
• Continual development of services in line with best, evidence based practice.
• Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. Transforming Healthcare is the vision at the heart of the King's Strategy - 2026 to 2031. Together, we are pursuing six strategic ambitions: delivering high-quality patient care; being a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. Achieving these ambitions will require all of us to work as one Team King's, united by a shared commitment to our values of being caring, collaborative, inclusive and innovative. By living these values every day, we will transform healthcare for our patients, our communities and each other

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job summary

We have an excellent opportunity for a Business Assistant to join the Memory Service within the Directorate of Mental Health.

The hours of work are Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm - 37.5 hours per week.

As a Business Assistant for the Memory Service, you will be responsible for providing a comprehensive administration service which will include: Supporting a clinical team Processing referrals Telephone and written correspondence with patients Diary management Organising meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Data inputting Other general administration duties In addition to that you will be required, on occasion, to cover the reception which will include meeting and greeting visitors face to face and answering the telephone in a timely manner. There will also be the requirement to work at an alternative base when service need requires this.

This is an incredibly rewarding role working with a team who support people with memory problems across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. For this role, we are looking for people with great administration experience, strong communication skills with the ability to work on their own and in a team. You'll need to be highly organised with good planning skills and highly skilled in Microsoft Office. It is a very friendly environment, and we are looking for people who demonstrate our values of Compassion, Trust, Respect and Integrity.

Main duties of the job

As a Business Assistant you will be the first point of contact for patients, carers and other professionals via telephone enquiries or face to face. You will be working proactively as part of the wider administrative and clinical team including other services within the directorate of Mental Health. You will be processing referrals, data inputting, and other relevant duties that support the wider clinical team.

For this you will require: Excellent IT skills Good written and verbal communication skills The ability to liaise with service users in a calm and compassionate manner. The ability to work positively and proactively as part of the wider administrative and clinical teams. The ability to be highly organised with good planning skills. You will need the right to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship for this role

About us

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible. About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic and innovative Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist looking for a rewarding opportunity? Hampshire CAMHS have a strong commitment to providing high-quality Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy for children, young people and families.

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy is a highly valued and protected part of our Psychological Therapies service. We are looking for a creative and motivated child psychotherapist who is committed to our CAPt values and core principles in offering and developing psychotherapy within our service.

Your unique and specialist skills, training and experience will support specialist assessments and psychotherapeutic interventions within our mental health service, including working with complex trauma, children in need and neurodiversity, working collaboratively across a variety of external agencies.

We encourage and provide opportunities to contribute to innovations and development within CAPt and our service and welcome flexibility, forward thinking & your contribution to team culture and processes including reflective practice.

You will be enrolled on our new to CAMHS training, therapies and CAPt leadership and team. The Trust provides a supervision package combining individual, management and clinical supervision, continuing professional development and regular group psychotherapy meetings.

You will have a core qualification in clinical Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy and experience in child and adolescent mental health, with an ACP registration.

Main duties of the job

To work as a member of the clinical service/ team, providing a high quality, specialist child psychotherapy service to children, young people, their families, or carers. In addition, to support psychological practice within the team through psychoanalytically informed consultation, supervision, formulation, and training and by participating in systematic clinical governance. To work with complex presentations suitable for child psychotherapy in the team, utilising a high level of knowledge and experience and adapting approaches as appropriate, with regard to evidence-based practice.

To be responsible for holding and managing a clinical caseload and to exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the planning and prioritising of own

workload and the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients, within the bounds of the service operational policy.

To support the team with aspects of generic CAMHS work including contacting parents of young persons to respond to clinically relevant cases and to update care plans and risk accordingly.

Please see full job description attached.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mental Health Services for Older People Community Team in Selby.

The team support individuals and families within the community so you will work alongside a professional and caring multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality care to those accessing the service. Within this role you will develop a good knowledge of local services within the area and support individuals in the community. You will need to be able to communicate well with a wide range of individuals, adapting your communication style according to individual need in a responsive and caring manner.

We are looking for people who can work relatively independently, however you will be supported regularly with supervision and support and professional development.

You will need to travel independently over a large geographical area and will require suitable transport.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

As a Community Mental Health Support Worker, you will work with older adults, families and their carers to provide ongoing support, therapeutic interventions and practical assistance under the supervision of a Registered Professional.

The role will involve:

Providing a safe, patient centred and effective clinical activities in the community setting.

Monitoring of mental and physical health, under the direction and supervision of registered staff

Delivery of non-pharmacological interventions on an individual and group basis, focussed on assisting the person to identify and achieve agreed goals

Providing an essential role in supporting patients and carers to monitor and review mental health needs, and also to foster positive working relationships and effective joint working between services.

Provide timely physical interventions ensuring safe monitoring during medication changes and early detection of health concerns.

Carrying out ECG or venepuncture as required - training will be offered

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

Job summary

We are looking for 2 individuals who are ready to train as an Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP). You will undertake a funded one-year training programme while working under supervision to deliver low-intensity, evidence-based interventions to children, young people and their families in educational settings. A full, enhanced and current satisfactory DBS disclosure is required for this role.

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Work within a Mental Health Support Team (MHST) to increase and improve emotional and mental health provision within educational settings for 5-18 year olds in Westminster and RBKCWork in partnership to support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties and their parents/carers, families and educators in the self-management of presenting difficulties
• Contribute to whole-school approaches and the development of individual or group clinical materials under the direction of the wider team
• Complete the KCL PG Dip in CYP-PT: Therapy (EMHP pathway), combining academic study with supervised clinical practice, assessment and outcome-focused intervention

You are:

Able to study at degree level (degree preferred but not essential) and passionate about working with children and young people Experienced of working with children, young people or their families in an educational or mental health setting Eager to deliver evidence-based interventions (e.g. CBT informed guided self help) under supervision and make a difference within our MHST Committed to developing skills in supporting mild to moderate anxiety, low mood and related difficulties

About us

With the need for mental health support at an all-time high, choice is shrinking and services are being stretched. We believe everyone deserves better. At Allkind, we offer support across the whole mental health spectrum for people of all ages, from infants to older adults. Weve been listening to our communities for over 40 years, and its clear theres no one-size-fits-all when it comes to mental health care. Were determined to make sure all kinds of people are supported through their mental health challenges, so they can live the life they deserve. Welcome to mental health support with kindness at its heart.

Job summary

Help Transform the Lives of Children, Young People and Families

Are you a passionate and experienced Family & Systemic Psychotherapist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and their families? Come and join our specialist CAMHS Eating Disorders Service in Basingstoke.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a well-established, multidisciplinary team providing specialist assessment and evidence-based interventions to children and young people experiencing eating disorders and associated mental health difficulties. The successful post holder will play a key role in delivering systemic interventions that place families at the heart of recovery and support.

As a Highly Specialist Family & Systemic Psychotherapist, you will work as a core member of the Community CAMHS Eating Disorders Service, providing a high-quality, specialist psychological therapy service to children, young people, their families and carers.

You will provide highly specialist systemic assessments, formulations and therapeutic interventions for individuals and families presenting with complex emotional, psychological and mental health needs associated with eating disorders. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute specialist psychological knowledge and systemic perspectives to assessment, treatment planning and service delivery.

Main duties of the job

To carry out specialist psychological therapy assessments of clients referred to the service, based upon the appropriate use, interpretation, and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care, in order to reach a psychological formulation of the client's difficulties.

To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological therapy treatment and/or management of a client's wellbeing and mental health challenges, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the client's problems, and employing methods based upon evidence of efficacy, across the full range of care settings.

To be responsible for implementing highly specialist psychological therapy interventions for individuals, carers, families, and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining psychological formulations and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.

To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family, or group.

For a full list of roles and responsibilities, please see attached job description; please review this thoroughly prior to application.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

Are you a passionate and experienced Mental Health Practitioner looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our team on a 9-month fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting individuals with complex mental health needs, working collaboratively with service users, carers, families and partner agencies to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes recovery, independence and wellbeing.

As a Senior Mental Health Practitioner, you will provide specialist assessments, develop and implement care and recovery plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of the service user group. You will work in partnership with individuals and their support networks to help people achieve their recovery goals and lead fulfilling lives.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical leadership skills and a commitment to delivering safe, effective and compassionate care. You will provide specialist advice and support to colleagues, contribute to service development, and help drive continuous improvements in practice.

Main duties of the job

To provide comprehensive assessment of mental health specific to needs of service area.

To manage a caseload of children and young people with complex mental health needs and undertake case management/lead professional / CPA as needed.

To be able to communicate with and meet the needs of families and carers as appropriate to the care group and the individual client.

To have experience of and specialist knowledge on interventions to be able to lead in clinical area.

To receive management supervision from the Team Manager or equivalent.

To demonstrate excellent communication skills.

To establish professional links with other care groups and professionals.

To work with other agencies to gain the best person-centred outcomes for the individual.

To utilise specialist knowledge to provide specialist training and advice to other professionals, students, and agencies.

To manage and supervise other members of the team.

To chair meetings and provide cover for the Team Manager as needed.

To organise consultation groups and to facilitate reflective practice for staff to promote skills and development of team.

To support staff and students through preceptorship/mentorship.

To provide effective leadership and management to staff which promotes high performance standards both individually and as a team, in the achievement of the Trust's objectives and priorities.

For a full list of roles/responsibilities please see attached Job Description. Please review this thoroughly prior to application.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

*Previous Applicants need not apply*

We are looking for one highly motivated Senior Health Care Assistants who can contribute to continuing our high standards of patient's care and be part an active team that are progressing forward in developing improved methods of care.

M4 is a 27 bedded trauma and orthopaedic ward and we specialise in Fractured Neck of Femurs.

We are offering full time hours covering a 24 hour service. If you like the sound of what we offer and you want to work for an organisation that is friendly, committed to providing staff with learning and development opportunities please apply online. Please note that at this time it might not be possible to offer set shifts/flexible contracts.

For more information or an informal enquiry please contact Interim Ward Manager Chris Barlow on 0161 419 4533

Main duties of the job

• Work within the ward setting, providing high quality, caring, compassionate and personal care to patients and their families/carers.
• Work under the direction of the Registered Healthcare professionals and senior colleagues, both independently and as part of the multi- disciplinary team.
• Under the direction of a Registered Health Care Professional ensure a high standard of service provision within Ward M4, by practicing effective clinical and administrative preparation, effective communication and care delivery, prioritising workload appropriately and contributing to service improvements.
• Developing competencies that safeguard practice and effectiveness in the role.
• Act at all times in a manner, which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity, equality, diversity and confidentiality.
• Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude at all times and demonstrate excellent customer care skills.
• Contribute to effective team working by being fully involved, committed, and participating, to achieving own and others full potential.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• NHS pension scheme membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
• NHS Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Job summary

Youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesnt involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

Main duties of the job

• Accountability for the hospital and its commercial performance.
• Leads and manages the Hospital Senior Management team (SMT) across all aspects of day to day business deliverables including monitoring performance in relation to quality performance indicators (QPIs) and performance manage sites where improvement is required.
• Alongside Managing Director, maintain oversight and lead on the management of clinical risk at site.
• Accountable to ensure the service performs to agreed targets for business planning, financial performance (meeting both planned revenue and EBITDA) and quality and care standards.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

About us

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Job summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for Physiotherapists with an interest in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic treatment. As a Senior Rotational Physiotherapist, you will be an integral part of the Trust, helping patients to recover and restore independence.

Please note that this job vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered and to avoid disappointment, we advise submitting your application as soon as possible.

Main duties of the job

To participate in a rotation scheme being responsible for implementing and reviewing clinically effective and evidence-based programmes of physiotherapy care for patients, liaising with more senior staff as appropriate.

To perform advanced assessment of patients with diverse and complex presentations, to determine a clinical diagnosis and provide effective treatment plans as an autonomous practitioner, in line with CSP and department standards.

Your six-month rotations will cover:

• Musculoskeletal outpatients including upper limb, spinal and paediatric rotations
• Hydrotherapy
• Gymnasium rehabilitation including specialist groups
• Orthopaedic inpatients including spinal and private wards
• Orthopaedic oncology

For further information please contact Rachel Lightfoot, Outpatient Physiotherapy Team Leader, [email protected]

About us

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust offers planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.

Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.

The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace.

The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.

If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.

To find more about our staff benefits, please visit our website.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

303-8309673

Job locations

The Royal Orthoapedic Hospital

Bristol Road South

Birmingham

B31 2AP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAINDUTIES

Clinical

• To work on a six monthly rotational basis in the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital undertaking rotations in out-patients, gymnasium rehabilitation, hydrotherapy, orthopaedic in-patients, orthopaedic oncology and out-patient paediatrics
• To be professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of your own work, including the management of your caseload of patients within your area of rotation, without direct supervision
• To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse and complex presentations, using manual assessment techniques, analytical skills and clinical reasoning to determine a diagnosis
• To formulate and deliver individual treatment programmes based on evidence-based practice, using clinical reasoning and a wide range of manual physiotherapy techniques. To evaluate and modify treatment plans according to assessment and patient needs, discharging them when appropriate
• To communicate effectively and gain informed consent from patients, carers and other professionals to maximise rehabilitation potential and ensure understanding of condition and/or surgery. This will, on occasions, include complex and sensitive information requiring skills of explanation, motivation and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers
• To take delegated responsibility from the Team Leader within area of work, including clinical and managerial duties. To delegate appropriately to Junior Physiotherapists, Students and Assistant staf
• To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation in line with departmental and CSP standards, including communication of assessment and treatment results to appropriate disciplines in the form of reports and letters
• To represent the physiotherapy service and/or individual patients at ward rounds, clinics and case conferences where appropriate. Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team regarding patient care and progress to ensure co-ordinated service delivery
• To act as professional advisor to other hospital staff where appropriate, providing specialist advice, teaching and instruction regarding physiotherapy
• To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care
• To be an active member of the evening and weekend on-call physiotherapy service
• To work at weekends and in the evening as part of contracted hours depending on rotation

Professional

• To maintain own clinical professional development and portfolio by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them into current clinical practice as necessary
• To be an active member of the in-service training programme, through attendance and presentation at tutorials, training and peer review sessions within the physiotherapy department
• To provide clinical experience and supervision for undergraduate physiotherapy students appropriate to your rotation
• To undertake the measurement and evaluation of work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with more senior physiotherapists
• To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation, following department and Trust Policies.

Organisational and Managerial

• To deputise for the Team Leader in their absence, taking responsibility for daily team management, allocating and organising the work of staff to meet service priorities on a daily basis
• To maintain high professional standards with respect to patients, colleagues, the service and the environment. Encourage staff under your supervision to follow your example
• Liaise with senior staff as appropriate, with all issues relevant to service delivery and development
• To be responsible for the safe and competent use of equipment within your current area of practice by patients, colleagues and student physiotherapists through teaching and supervision
• To comply with all Health and Safety standards of the Department and the Trust, including prompt reporting of accidents and incidents and ensuring that equipment usage is safe
• To remain up-to-date and attend all mandatory training provided, in line with Trust policies

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management.

Full job description available as a supporting document.

Job description Job responsibilities MAINDUTIES Clinical To work on a six monthly rotational basis in the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital undertaking rotations in out-patients, gymnasium rehabilitation, hydrotherapy, orthopaedic in-patients, orthopaedic oncology and out-patient paediatrics To be professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of your own work, including the management of your caseload of patients within your area of rotation, without direct supervision To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse and complex presentations, using manual assessment techniques, analytical skills and clinical reasoning to determine a diagnosis To formulate and deliver individual treatment programmes based on evidence-based practice, using clinical reasoning and a wide range of manual physiotherapy techniques. To evaluate and modify treatment plans according to assessment and patient needs, discharging them when appropriate To communicate effectively and gain informed consent from patients, carers and other professionals to maximise rehabilitation potential and ensure understanding of condition and/or surgery. This will, on occasions, include complex and sensitive information requiring skills of explanation, motivation and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers To take delegated responsibility from the Team Leader within area of work, including clinical and managerial duties. To delegate appropriately to Junior Physiotherapists, Students and Assistant staf To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation in line with departmental and CSP standards, including communication of assessment and treatment results to appropriate disciplines in the form of reports and letters To represent the physiotherapy service and/or individual patients at ward rounds, clinics and case conferences where appropriate. Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team regarding patient care and progress to ensure co-ordinated service delivery To act as professional advisor to other hospital staff where appropriate, providing specialist advice, teaching and instruction regarding physiotherapy To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care To be an active member of the evening and weekend on-call physiotherapy service To work at weekends and in the evening as part of contracted hours depending on rotation Professional To maintain own clinical professional development and portfolio by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them into current clinical practice as necessary To be an active member of the in-service training programme, through attendance and presentation at tutorials, training and peer review sessions within the physiotherapy department To provide clinical experience and supervision for undergraduate physiotherapy students appropriate to your rotation To undertake the measurement and evaluation of work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with more senior physiotherapists To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation, following department and Trust Policies. Organisational and Managerial To deputise for the Team Leader in their absence, taking responsibility for daily team management, allocating and organising the work of staff to meet service priorities on a daily basis To maintain high professional standards with respect to patients, colleagues, the service and the environment. Encourage staff under your supervision to follow your example Liaise with senior staff as appropriate, with all issues relevant to service delivery and development To be responsible for the safe and competent use of equipment within your current area of practice by patients, colleagues and student physiotherapists through teaching and supervision To comply with all Health and Safety standards of the Department and the Trust, including prompt reporting of accidents and incidents and ensuring that equipment usage is safe To remain up-to-date and attend all mandatory training provided, in line with Trust policies This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management. Full job description available as a supporting document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration
• BSc degree / diploma in Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Validated courses
• Self directed CPD

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience in In-Patient Orthopaedics
• Post graduate experience in Msk Out-Patients
• NHS experience as a qualified physiotherapist
• Experience of respiratory on-call

Desirable

• Experience of MDT work
• Experience of student supervision

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of basic respiratory physiotherapy techniques and application

Skills

Essential

• Able to delegate
• Good Communication
• Shows initiative

Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration BSc degree / diploma in Physiotherapy Desirable Validated courses Self directed CPD Experience Essential Post graduate experience in In-Patient Orthopaedics Post graduate experience in Msk Out-Patients NHS experience as a qualified physiotherapist Experience of respiratory on-call Desirable Experience of MDT work Experience of student supervision Knowledge Essential Knowledge of basic respiratory physiotherapy techniques and application Skills Essential Able to delegate Good Communication Shows initiative

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Orthoapedic Hospital

Bristol Road South

Birmingham

B31 2AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Orthoapedic Hospital

Bristol Road South

Birmingham

B31 2AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are currently looking for Ambulance Driver to join our St Johns Hospice Palliative Ambulance crew.

The post holder will work effectively and efficiently within a small team of Ambulance Drivers providing the dedicated St Johns Hospice Palliative Ambulance service, will ensure high standards of safety and quality of care for patients and carers accompanying patients on transport and en-route.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will ensure effective communication and liaison in the booking, planning and carrying out of duties related to the transport and transfer of patients.

About us

St Johns Hospice provides a wide range of specialist palliative care services to patients from seven NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups. The Hospice compromises an 15 bedded Inpatient Unit, Day Care Unit, Community Specialist Palliative Care Service, Hospice@Home Service, Lymphoedema Service, Specialist OT & Physio Service, Social Work & Bereavement service.

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is a leading private hospital in London, offering a comprehensive range of specialist medical treatments, clinics and diagnostic services from a team of world-class consultants, supported by a dedicated team of clinical and non-clinical staff.

We are known for our exceptional standards of care, excellent nursing standards, and cutting-edge medical treatments.

We have 170 years of history and are looking for people to join us for the next chapter. We are very unique as the only truly charitable private hospital in London and as a charity, every private patient treated helps support our on-site community hospice.

Job summary

We're looking for several compassionate, hardworking, curious and dedicated individuals with an interest in learning how to provide assessment and treatment or anxiety and depression disorders, and who share our Trust values of Togetherness, Responsibility, Excellence and Caring.

This is a rare opportunity to train to become a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) through the apprenticeship route, paid at full time AfC Band 4 (training fees funded by apprenticeship fund and NHS).

In return we'll welcome you into our team and provide a supportive and structured working environment, and all the tools and experiences you'll need to successfully complete this training course and become an accredited NHS Talking Therapies Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. Following completing your training you will be eligible to apply for qualified PWP roles nationally, paid at Band 5 AFC.

As part of this position you will be enrolled on an Apprentice PWP training course at the University of Exeter. This is a full time opportunity only- 2 days training will provided remotely and also face-to-face at a central London location, and 3 days placement at Hammersmith and Fulham Talking Therapies (please note that no travel to Exeter will be required).

More information on the course requirements and structure, as well as application and interview tips, can be found here: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/degreeapprenticeships/programmes/certificateinpsychologicalwellbeingpractice/

Main duties of the job

As a Trainee PWP you will work to develop a variety of skills including how to conduct an initial assessment, how to assess and manage risk concerns, and how to deliver low intensity cognitive behavioural interventions to clients via guided self-help therapy.

This work will be conducted face-to-face, by phone and video. You'll manage your own caseload of clients involving clinical and administrative duties including keeping clinical records of screening referrals using our service protocols. There will be assignments to complete as part of the apprenticeship to advance your training journey. You'll engage in clinical and reflective supervision with an experienced PWP and you'll work with a 'buddy', who is a qualified PWP, to apply learning into practice and deliver evidence-based care.

After qualifying from the PWP training course you would able to apply for a Band 5 qualified PWP roles at any other Talking Therapies service. From there you have the potential to progress to more senior band 6, 7 or 8a PWP roles, or to train as a CBT therapist to further your clinical career.

Hours of work will be 9am - 5pm four days a week and 12-8pm on one day a week. However, some flexibility with start and finish times can be considered in order to support staff who have caring or other responsibilities. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer opportunities for part time / compressed hours or remote contracts as part of this role due to the nature and regulations of the training course.

About us

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.

Job summary

This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced assistant psychologist to join the research team working on a Wellcome funded study, AVATAR3. The successful candidate will join an existing team of clinical psychologists, research assistants, and experts by experience, to work on new developments in AVATAR therapy, a blended digital intervention for distressing voices in psychosis.

One workstream of the AVATAR3 project involves developing a version of AVATAR therapyin which automated dialogues are delivered using non-generative conversational Artificial Intelligence (AVATAR-AI) and testing the feasibility of delivery of this version by a non-specialist UK workforce. We aim to test the feasibility, acceptability, and clinical impact of AVATAR-AI, delivered by non-specialist mental health workers. The post-holder will primarily support with this workstream, but there may be opportunities for involvement in the international workstream (adapting and testing AVATAR therapy in Ethiopia and India).

We particularly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are currently underrepresented within the psychological therapies workforce, as we recognise the value of a diverse workforce in delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care.

Main duties of the job

Job Purpose:

To support practitioner psychologists through the delivery of psychological assessment and intervention (AVATAR-AI therapy) under close supervision, as part of the AVATAR3 research project.

To provide clinical work as required by the project, under the clinical and professional supervision of a practitioner psychologist.

To assist in clinically relevant research administration tasks, including collection of data, where appropriate.

To work as at appropriate levels of independence, following clinical guidelines and the policies and procedures of the service, and seeking help from clinical/professional supervisor or manager as required.

About us

This project is taking place within South London and Maudsley NHS Trust, and in collaboration with the Psychological Interventions Clinic for Outpatients with Psychosis (PICUP). There are wide ranging opportunities for CPD and networking with teams and colleagues in SLAM and KCL, and there may be potential for observation opportunities or to gain experience supporting with other clinical activities within PICUP as required.

Trust values and commitments:

I promise to:

Be caring kind and polite

Be prompt and value your time

Do what I say I'm going to do

Take the time and listen to you

Be honest and direct with you

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum plus HCAs (Inner or Outer depending on the location)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

334-CLI- 8313150

Job locations

Psychological Interventions Clinic for Outpatients with Psychosis (PICUP) - AVATAR Project

Based at Henry Wellcome Building, IOPPN, Denmark Hill Campus, with travel across SLaM sites to be expected.

London

SE5 8AB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description for further information.

This post is open to applicants with a first-class or upper-second-class Bachelors degree with Honours in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society. Experience of working with people experiencing distressing voices in the context of psychosis is highly desirable.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description for further information. This post is open to applicants with a first-class or upper-second-class Bachelors degree with Honours in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society. Experience of working with people experiencing distressing voices in the context of psychosis is highly desirable.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oA First-class or Upper-second-class Bachelors degree with Honours in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society.

Knowledge

Essential

• Graduate level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis.
• Good theoretical knowledge of the problems experienced by and needs of individuals experiencing distressing voices in the context of psychosis and of methods of assessment and treatment (including through observation and joint work).
• Awareness of racial and diversity issues through attendance of relevant training

Experience

Essential

• Post-graduate experience of psychological engagement and relationship building with individuals experiencing (or with a history of) distressing voices in the context of psychosis, sufficient to be able to work clinically without direct supervision.
• Sufficient post-graduate experience of assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs in the context of psychosis to be able to work clinically without direct supervision (this may include broader therapeutic interventions and need not include direct experience of delivering 1:1 psychological therapy).
• Experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities. This may have been gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience.
• Post-graduate experience of conducting research projects or audits.

Desirable

• Lived experience of mental health challenges.

Skills

Essential

• Skills in relevant psychological assessment and interventions that enable working independently as a pre-qualified practitioner with clinical supervision.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups.
• Skills in providing teaching and training to other professional group.
• Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data.

Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to identify and follow relevant clinical governance procedures.
• Ability to maintain concentration and to remain in restricted positions for long periods during observations, assessments and psychological interventions.
• Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations such as working with victims of abuse or trauma, or with people who engage in severe self-harming or aggressive behaviour.
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information to people who may be aroused, or hostile to the information, or have severe impediments to understanding.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oA First-class or Upper-second-class Bachelors degree with Honours in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society. Knowledge Essential Graduate level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis. Good theoretical knowledge of the problems experienced by and needs of individuals experiencing distressing voices in the context of psychosis and of methods of assessment and treatment (including through observation and joint work). Awareness of racial and diversity issues through attendance of relevant training Experience Essential Post-graduate experience of psychological engagement and relationship building with individuals experiencing (or with a history of) distressing voices in the context of psychosis, sufficient to be able to work clinically without direct supervision. Sufficient post-graduate experience of assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs in the context of psychosis to be able to work clinically without direct supervision (this may include broader therapeutic interventions and need not include direct experience of delivering 1:1 psychological therapy). Experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities. This may have been gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience. Post-graduate experience of conducting research projects or audits. Desirable Lived experience of mental health challenges. Skills Essential Skills in relevant psychological assessment and interventions that enable working independently as a pre-qualified practitioner with clinical supervision. Well-developed verbal and written communication skills. Consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups. Skills in providing teaching and training to other professional group. Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data. Abilities Essential Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to identify and follow relevant clinical governance procedures. Ability to maintain concentration and to remain in restricted positions for long periods during observations, assessments and psychological interventions. Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations such as working with victims of abuse or trauma, or with people who engage in severe self-harming or aggressive behaviour. Ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information to people who may be aroused, or hostile to the information, or have severe impediments to understanding.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Psychological Interventions Clinic for Outpatients with Psychosis (PICUP) - AVATAR Project

Based at Henry Wellcome Building, IOPPN, Denmark Hill Campus, with travel across SLaM sites to be expected.

London

SE5 8AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Psychological Interventions Clinic for Outpatients with Psychosis (PICUP) - AVATAR Project

Based at Henry Wellcome Building, IOPPN, Denmark Hill Campus, with travel across SLaM sites to be expected.

London

SE5 8AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

TITLE OF POST-Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist

Job Overview:

• The Transforming Care Autism service was developed to meet the needs of autistic individuals at risk of admission to, or within, mainstream mental health services.
• The Speech and Language Therapist will have opportunities to shape the best use of speech and language therapy input to this client group, as part of a small multidisciplinary team.
• The team approach is two-fold: 1. Increase capability of mainstream adult mental health services to work with autistic adults through teaching and training; and 2. Provide a crisis response for named service users at risk of admission, working with the treating mental health teams.
• The team consists of a range of professionals including Psychological Practitioners, an Occupational Therapist, Behavioural Practitioner, Speech and Language Therapist, Consultant Psychiatrist and a Community Nurse. The team is friendly and supportive and works closely together to ensure the best outcomes of the individuals we work with.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the role:

Job Purpose:

• To provide specialist interventions according to discipline including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes.
• To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment.
• To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate.
• To promote service evaluation, audit and research.
• To work as an autonomous professional within registration body guidelines and codes of conduct, and guided by the policies and procedures of the service, taking responsibility for own work including treatment and discharge decisions with support of clinical supervisor
• To offer training to mainstream services.
• To be active in the provision of staff support within their area, including but not limited to Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve. To participate, as a recipient, in staff support work when appropriate.

About us

• Career Progression pathways and development opportunities:

We are committed to get the very best out of our staff and support staff in their career aspirations. We have career pathways available, where you will be able to develop your skills and build on your experience with the aim of progressing into other roles across the organisation. For this role, we offer support to develop management and leadership skills and knowledge as required. In addition, we offer ongoing training and development including weekly Education and Research meetings across the pathway and beyond.

• Agile and flexible working:

As one of the few Trusts in London we are proud to offer flexible working as part of our new ways of working, and we are happy to talk flexible working at the interview stage. Although the core hours for the service are Monday to Friday, in the time frame from 9 to 5, there are opportunities to work outside of these hours, giving you the very best of good work life balance.

About our locations:

The role is across the Trust, which can include visits to one of our inpatient settings and settings in the community.

The Bethlem Royal Hospital

Maudsley Hospital

Lewisham Hospital

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum incl. of HCAs (inner)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-CLI-8344366

Job locations

Maudsley Hospital

Denmark Hill

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

KR 1 Clinical and Client Care

• To provide specialist assessments, formulations and interventions for individuals and their support network where the identified client has specifically Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to discipline in the Transforming Care Autism (TCA) service.
• To provide culturally appropriate interventions with carers or families of referred clients when required.
• To assess and monitor risk and draw up appropriate risk management plans.
• To provide reports, including relevant formulation, opinion and interventions, in order to inform referrers and, where appropriate, service users and their families.
• To select and deliver evidence-based specialist interventions, drawing from a spectrum of ideas and models, monitoring outcome and modifying and adapting interventions as necessary, based on the highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, couple, family or group.
• To promote psychological support for carers (or families as appropriate) of referred clients.

KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning

• To contribute to the effective working of the TCA service.
• To contribute to the team or services delivery of accessible and acceptable services to diverse local communities.
• To be proactive in challenging discrimination and support the development of culturally competent services.
• To liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals concerned with clients in order to develop and review care plans.
• To liaise with the service/s MDT and other professionals.

KR 3 Policy and service development

• To implement policies and procedures in own area of work, and to propose improvements or beneficial changes.
• To contribute to the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and delivering services which meet the needs of local communities.
• To contribute to service development through undertaking and participating in appropriate projects.

KR 4 Care or management of resources

• To take care of, and use carefully, the Trusts equipment and physical resources.
• To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed.
• To ensure the cleanliness and safe functioning and use of equipment that will be used by clients or other persons.
• To monitor and advise clients on the safe use of materials and processes.
• To ensure adequate confidential and safe storage for artefacts produced during the therapy process in line with professional guidelines.
• To be responsible for obtaining, storing and maintaining all materials and equipment for the provision of therapy in work setting within budgetary constraints.

KR 5 Management and supervision

• To be responsible for the allocation and/or clinical supervision of the work of a paid assistant if required, under supervision from a more senior therapist.
• To supervise trainees within own area of specialism after completion of the relevant Supervision Training.

KR 6 Teaching and Training

• To provide specialist training to other professions as appropriate.
• To disseminate research/service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.

KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance

• To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures.
• To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry.

KR 8 Research and development

• To undertake regular complex service evaluation, audits or research relevant to service needs.

KR 9 Maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development

• To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a more senior professional according to discipline, professional body and Trust guidelines.
• To maintain own Continuing Professional Development in line with professional body and Trust Personal Development Plan requirements and professional Standards for Continuing Professional Development.
• To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of relevant legislation and policies.
• To comply with professional body Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics/Standards of Proficiency.

KR10 General

• To travel to home visits, community placements, meetings etc.as appropriate and across the Trust when required.
• To be aware of risk relating to aggressive and challenging behaviour amongst the client group, and follow trust policies relating to its management.
• To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations (such as challenging behaviour, abuse etc) and to support others involved in such situations through Trust-wide approaches including Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve.

Job description Job responsibilities Job Description: Key Responsibilities: KR 1 Clinical and Client Care To provide specialist assessments, formulations and interventions for individuals and their support network where the identified client has specifically Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to discipline in the Transforming Care Autism (TCA) service. To provide culturally appropriate interventions with carers or families of referred clients when required. To assess and monitor risk and draw up appropriate risk management plans. To provide reports, including relevant formulation, opinion and interventions, in order to inform referrers and, where appropriate, service users and their families. To select and deliver evidence-based specialist interventions, drawing from a spectrum of ideas and models, monitoring outcome and modifying and adapting interventions as necessary, based on the highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, couple, family or group. To promote psychological support for carers (or families as appropriate) of referred clients. KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning To contribute to the effective working of the TCA service. To contribute to the team or services delivery of accessible and acceptable services to diverse local communities. To be proactive in challenging discrimination and support the development of culturally competent services. To liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals concerned with clients in order to develop and review care plans. To liaise with the service/s MDT and other professionals. KR 3 Policy and service development To implement policies and procedures in own area of work, and to propose improvements or beneficial changes. To contribute to the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and delivering services which meet the needs of local communities. To contribute to service development through undertaking and participating in appropriate projects. KR 4 Care or management of resources To take care of, and use carefully, the Trusts equipment and physical resources. To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed. To ensure the cleanliness and safe functioning and use of equipment that will be used by clients or other persons. To monitor and advise clients on the safe use of materials and processes. To ensure adequate confidential and safe storage for artefacts produced during the therapy process in line with professional guidelines. To be responsible for obtaining, storing and maintaining all materials and equipment for the provision of therapy in work setting within budgetary constraints. KR 5 Management and supervision To be responsible for the allocation and/or clinical supervision of the work of a paid assistant if required, under supervision from a more senior therapist. To supervise trainees within own area of specialism after completion of the relevant Supervision Training. KR 6 Teaching and Training To provide specialist training to other professions as appropriate. To disseminate research/service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles. KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures. To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry. KR 8 Research and development To undertake regular complex service evaluation, audits or research relevant to service needs. KR 9 Maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a more senior professional according to discipline, professional body and Trust guidelines. To maintain own Continuing Professional Development in line with professional body and Trust Personal Development Plan requirements and professional Standards for Continuing Professional Development. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of relevant legislation and policies. To comply with professional body Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics/Standards of Proficiency. KR10 General To travel to home visits, community placements, meetings etc.as appropriate and across the Trust when required. To be aware of risk relating to aggressive and challenging behaviour amongst the client group, and follow trust policies relating to its management. To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations (such as challenging behaviour, abuse etc) and to support others involved in such situations through Trust-wide approaches including Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEntry-level qualification in Speech and Language Therapy and demonstrable practice in this field (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus supervised practice/additional training) that has been accepted for the purposes of professional registration. (A/I)
• oRegistered with professional body as appropriate to discipline eg. HCPC/RCN. (A/I)

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working with individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions.
• oExperience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities including experience of working within a multicultural framework. This may have been gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience. (A/I)
• oExperience of assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature.
• oExperience of developing and carrying out audit/research projects. (A/I)
• oExperience of multi-disciplinary working.

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of a range of a range of therapeutic ideas/approaches systemic models in assessment and treatment relevant to discipline (A/I/R)

Skills

Essential

• oTo communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication including sensory, and emotional difficulties, cultural differences and hostility to or rejection of information. (A/I/R)
• oSkills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups. (A/I/R)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEntry-level qualification in Speech and Language Therapy and demonstrable practice in this field (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus supervised practice/additional training) that has been accepted for the purposes of professional registration. (A/I) oRegistered with professional body as appropriate to discipline eg. HCPC/RCN. (A/I) Experience Essential oExperience of working with individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions. oExperience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities including experience of working within a multicultural framework. This may have been gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience. (A/I) oExperience of assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature. oExperience of developing and carrying out audit/research projects. (A/I) oExperience of multi-disciplinary working. Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of a range of a range of therapeutic ideas/approaches systemic models in assessment and treatment relevant to discipline (A/I/R) Skills Essential oTo communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication including sensory, and emotional difficulties, cultural differences and hostility to or rejection of information. (A/I/R) oSkills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups. (A/I/R)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital

Denmark Hill

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital

Denmark Hill

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our team at Manannan Court, the Isle of Man's purpose-built acute mental health inpatient facility. Supporting adults of working age and older people experiencing a mental health crisis or relapse, Manannan Court provides specialist assessment, treatment and recovery-focused care within a safe and therapeutic environment.

As an Occupational Therapist, you'll play a vital role in helping people regain the skills, confidence and routines that enable them to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. Using a strengths-based and person-centred approach, you'll carry out comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, develop personalised recovery plans and deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual goals.

Main duties of the job

Working across the inpatient service, you'll deliver both individual and group interventions, supporting service users to engage in meaningful occupations relating to self-care, daily living, work, education, relationships and leisure. You'll work closely with patients, families and carers, helping individuals maximise their independence while promoting recovery, wellbeing and positive risk-taking.

You'll become part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, contributing specialist occupational therapy expertise to assessment, care planning, risk management and discharge planning. You'll also have opportunities to supervise students and support staff, contribute to service development initiatives and help shape the future of recovery-focused mental health services on the Isle of Man.

At Manx Care, you'll benefit from working in a healthcare system that is separate from the NHS, with access to excellent professional development opportunities, a well-resourced education and training centre, generous relocation support and the opportunity to enjoy the exceptional quality of life the Isle of Man has to offer.

If you're passionate about enabling people to achieve their recovery goals and want to make a meaningful difference within a specialist inpatient mental health service, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man, you'll enjoy the opportunity to work in a healthcare system that is similar to, but separate from, the NHS, offering a refreshing change from many of the pressures and demands experienced elsewhere in the UK. We are committed to supporting your professional development through a wide range of learning and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, including access to our well-equipped Education and Training Centre. Many of our sites offer free on-site parking, and we provide generous relocation packages for the majority of our roles to help make your move as seamless as possible. Beyond work, the Isle of Man offers an exceptional quality of life, with stunning landscapes, a safe and welcoming community and excellent schools. Residents also benefit from lower personal tax rates than those found in many other European jurisdictions, helping you make the most of your earnings.

Job summary

We are seeking a qualified or newly qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join our dedicated Talking Therapies service. This is an exciting opportunity to support individuals experiencing mild to moderate anxiety and depression through evidence-based, low intensity psychological interventions.

As part of our team, you will deliver high-quality care in line with NICE guidance, providing guided self-help interventions across a variety of formats including telephone, face-to-face, online and group-based treatment. You will manage a busy caseload within a fast-paced and rewarding environment, helping clients achieve positive mental health outcomes.

You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development of our Talking Therapies service.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based low intensity interventions to clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression.
• Provide guided self-help treatments in accordance with NICE recommendations.
• Manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining excellent clinical standards.
• Deliver interventions through telephone, face-to-face, online and group formats.
• Accurately assess, support and monitor client progress and outcomes.
• Maintain clinical records and data in line with service requirements.

About us

At Mind in Bexley, we believe that everyone deserves support on their mental health journey. Whether youre facing challenges yourself or caring for someone who is, we are here to provide compassionate guidance and resources that empower you to take charge of your wellbeing.

Founded in 1986, Mind in Bexley has evolved into a cornerstone of mental health support in the London Borough of Bexley. With a comprehensive range of services, we are dedicated to fostering resilience, understanding, and hope within our community. The charity is part of a federation of 100 local Minds across the country collaborating with national Mind.

Job summary

Following the opening of our brand-new Respiratory Unit, we are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist with experience and a special interest in respiratory care to join our team at Frimley Park.

Are you:

• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care?

• Looking to build on your skills, clinical expertise, and leadership abilities?

• Committed to CPD, education, service development, and mentoring others?

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist?

Do you want to:

• Be challenged professionally and encouraged to think creatively?

• Play a key role in developing a motivated, skilled and future-focused OT workforce?

• Work in a supportive service led by an experienced Head of Occupational Therapy?

What we offer:

• Excellent learning and development opportunities, regular supervision, peer support and appraisal.

• Dedicated training and guidance in quality improvement, supported by Practice Development post holders.

• Opportunities to influence service delivery and shape the future of Occupational Therapy within the respiratory and medical specialities.

About the role:

As a Band 7 Clinical Specialist, you will take a lead in shaping the Occupational Therapy service for respiratory and medical patients.

You will also work hand-in-hand with the Medical Team Lead OT to ensure patients within the Medical and Older Persons directorate receive excellent, patient-centred services.

Main duties of the job

• To provide expert clinical support and advise, alongside the OT Team Leader, linking closely with multi-professional colleagues.
• To hold a clinical caseload, providing excellent, high-quality person-centred clinical management, including patients who have complex acute and chronic presentations, determining the functional deficits and OT treatment within an acute setting.
• To strive to provide a service fit for today and the future, considering and inputting into the latest evidence-based practice, developing personal leadership to support clinical and service growth and staff development.
• The post holder will be the Clinical Specialist to support and facilitate Occupational Therapy Service with key roles in the development of a competent, knowledgeable workforce, equipping them to provide high-quality person-centred care.
• The successful candidate will be expected to provide assessment, treatment, advice, evaluation and clinical management at an advanced level for patients who have complex, acute and chronic presentations.
• Participation in a 7-day working roster and bank holiday cover.

Our teams across all sites have a friendly, supportive atmosphere and a real team ethic. We know how to look after our staff - making sure they achieve the ideal work-life balance. As a Trust we offer excellent training opportunities supported by an OT practice development lead, in addition to clinical advice and support from our OT clinical flow lead.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our fast-paced Acute Medicine Team, working across the Emergency Department and Acute Medical Unit. You will contribute to the 0-72-hour pathway, providing timely assessment and intervention early in a patient's admission.Working closely with Occupational Therapy and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help maintain mobility and independence, reduce hospital-associated deconditioning, support safe discharge and identify opportunities for admission avoidance. The varied caseload offers extensive exposure to a broad range of specialist presentations, including respiratory, orthopaedic and neurological conditions.You will use advanced clinical reasoning and demonstrate clinical autonomy within a supportive MDT. Strong communication, organisation and decision-making skills are essential, alongside the flexibility to respond to changing priorities.Our team includes a Band 7, Band 6 and Band 5 physiotherapists and a Band 4 associate practitioner, supported by a Principal Band 8a Physiotherapist. We offer opportunities for personal development, supervision of junior colleagues, education, audit and service improvement. The team is committed to evidence-based practice, emerging research and using key performance indicators to evaluate and improve the service.If you are passionate about acute care and want to make an impact at the front door, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy services, assessing and treating patients, including those with complex needs, using evidence-based practice.
• Undertake comprehensive patient assessments, formulate individualised management and treatment plans, and implement a range of specialised interventions.
• Maintain professional and legal accountability for all aspects of clinical practice, including accurate patient documentation and adherence to professional guidelines.
• Demonstrate expertise in clinical governance and risk management, ensuring that treatment plans are supported by current evidence.
• Utilise advanced manual techniques and therapeutic handling, often requiring moderate physical effort.
• Stay abreast of developments within the speciality, analyse current research, and implement changes in clinical practice.
• Safely use and ensure the maintenance of physiotherapy equipment, adhering to departmental policies.
• Participate in 7 day working, weekend rotas, emergency on call rotas and extended days as per rotation service need.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.

We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum incl HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

151-NM434

Job locations

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Road

Slough

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main duties and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the main duties and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registered
• Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of continued CPD with varied evidence.

Desirable

• Member of relevant clinical interest group (E.g. ACPRC)
• CSP member

Experience

Essential

• Completion of band 5 rotations. This includes experience in the relevant clinical areas, General Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgical/ICU, Elderly Care, Neuro, Outpatients.
• Relevant postgrad NHS experience
• Multidisciplinary working.
• Training and supervision to support all physiotherapy staff and students.
• Experience at a band 6 level in the NHS.

Desirable

• Experience of research
• Experience in development of a project or service.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge of physiotherapy in the relevant area
• Interpersonal skills including clear, concise and effective verbal and written reports.
• Computer literacy.
• Organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with a variable caseload.

Desirable

• Basic management skills.
• Be able to work single handedly with individuals and groups.
• Supervisory and appraisal skills.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registered Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy Evidence of continued CPD with varied evidence. Desirable Member of relevant clinical interest group (E.g. ACPRC) CSP member Experience Essential Completion of band 5 rotations. This includes experience in the relevant clinical areas, General Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgical/ICU, Elderly Care, Neuro, Outpatients. Relevant postgrad NHS experience Multidisciplinary working. Training and supervision to support all physiotherapy staff and students. Experience at a band 6 level in the NHS. Desirable Experience of research Experience in development of a project or service. Skills and Knowledge Essential Sound knowledge of physiotherapy in the relevant area Interpersonal skills including clear, concise and effective verbal and written reports. Computer literacy. Organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure with a variable caseload. Desirable Basic management skills. Be able to work single handedly with individuals and groups. Supervisory and appraisal skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Road

Slough

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Road

Slough

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and proactive Pharmacy Technician to join our busy and friendly Pharmacy Aseptic Services team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be a registered Pharmacy Technician with recent hospital pharmacy experience and a proven commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.

The post is predominantly based within Preparative Services and involves the preparation, dispensing and checking of aseptic products, including systemic anti-cancer therapy and total parenteral nutrition, in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice. The role also supports the Medicines Management Service provided to the Oncology Day Case Unit and Georgina Ward.

You will work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting service delivery, training colleagues and maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient safety. Experience in aseptic services and current aseptic validation are essential.

Working hours are 37.5 hours per week on a rotational basis between 7.30am and 5.20pm, Monday to Friday, with participation in late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.

For further information or to discuss the role, please contact Adele Forrest, Principal Technician - Aseptic Services on 01384 244031 or via email at [email protected].

Main duties of the job

Supervision and Training: Support the supervision and daily training of other pharmacy staff, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery while observing good manufacturing practice.

Aseptic Manufacturing and Preparation: Undertake aseptic manufacture and preparation processes in sterile conditions using specialist equipment,ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Documentation Preparation: Prepare all necessary documentation for aseptic processing, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Handling Queries and Complex Issues: Address queries and resolve complex issues related to appointment schedules and prescribing treatments from hospital staff and patients, ensuring clear communication and efficient service.

Accredited Checking Technician:Undertake final accuracy checking within Aseptic Services (ACT). If not already, work towards or becoming a /or obtain a Pre and In-process checking qualification for aseptic services.

Stock Management: Perform stock management duties, ensuring efficient use and replenishment of aseptic supplies to maintain service continuity.

Quality Management: Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of quality management systems within the Aseptic Unit.

Medicines Management Service: Support the provision of Medicines Management Services to the Oncology Day Case Unit and Georgina Ward, ensuring safe and effective use of medicines for patients.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join the Greater Manchester Specialist Support Team as a job share, up to 22.5 hours per week to cover Wednesday, Thursday and one other weekday.

The Greater Manchester Specialist Support Team (GMSST) is a multi-disciplinary team providing a service across Greater Manchester to service users with a learning disability and/or autism who present with risk of hospital admission, placement breakdown or forensic risk.

You will be expected to work in all areas of Greater Manchester and liaise with the local Learning Disability, Mental Health and Autism services to develop proactive and preventative risk mitigation support, informed by specialist assessment. We also offer advice and consultation and training to external agencies.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality consultation, specialist assessment and intervention of speech, language and communication needs. To support the development of the Speech and Language Therapy service and strive for continuous improvement. To take a lead on and provide evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy assessment, treatment and intervention to service users who have complex needs.

This role will be integrated in the therapy team and will work with the team to develop person centred care.

Supervision will be provided within the trust as applicable.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Job share

Reference number

350-SC8318341

Job locations

2 City Approach, Eccles

Albert Street

Eccles

M30 0BL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Line Management responsibility for team. Full management responsibility for managing and prioritising caseload including delegation to other speech and language therapists in the team. Supervise other speech and language therapists and support workers in the team. Contribute to the pre and post qualification teaching of speech and language therapy. To provide clinical leadership and training to the wider staff team with regards to speech, language and communication. To provide strategic leadership within the Service in the development of areas such as the clinical model. To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client group across a range of agencies and settings where appropriate. To provide in-depth specialist speech and language therapy assessments for the more complex service users referred to the team. To formulate and implement support plans as part of the MDT. Evaluate the impact of a support plan/intervention and use outcome measures to inform future practice. Develop effective outcome measures both for SLT and the wider team to build on the existing evidence base. o provide clinical and strategic leadership across the health and social care network for the geographical area. Represent the service both nationally and locally as appropriate. Research: To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice and to contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audit. Advising the Team Manager about capacity, gaps in service delivery and operational issues. Being involved in the recruitment of other speech and language therapists or other staff within the teams. To provide clinical and managerial supervision to junior members of staff. To act as supervisor, assessor and mentor for students, Speech and Language Therapists and junior staff. To facilitate the education of service users, relatives and other agencies concerned with the provision of learning disability services in the community. To be involved in the development of training and information resources for partner agencies.To ensure safeguarding requirements are upheld. To provide statistical information as required by the Trust.To undertake duties as may be delegated by the Team Manager or the Clinical Lead. To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice. To contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audits whenever possible. Promote health and reduce inequalities for all patients accessing the speech and language therapy service, so that they may maximise their potential in terms of health education and social well-being. To lead on training and development programmes as appropriate to the knowledge and skills of the individual, delivering to other professionals and service users. Participate in the Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust (MCFT) PACE review process, ensuring business priority objectives are met and a personal development plan is maintained and evaluated. Cascade the PACE process to departmental staff as appropriate. Be responsible for own continuing professional development, maintaining professional registration and meeting HPC registration requirements; maintain a professional portfolio and demonstrate evidence of reflective practice. Use highly developed skills to convey complex and sensitive clinical information, using a high level of persuasive and motivational skill to enable others to follow swallowing/therapy plans. Communicate clinical formulations and interventions to service users and carers in an understandable manner based on a person-centred approach, which inspires hope to the service user and carer.

Job description Job responsibilities Line Management responsibility for team. Full management responsibility for managing and prioritising caseload including delegation to other speech and language therapists in the team. Supervise other speech and language therapists and support workers in the team. Contribute to the pre and post qualification teaching of speech and language therapy. To provide clinical leadership and training to the wider staff team with regards to speech, language and communication. To provide strategic leadership within the Service in the development of areas such as the clinical model. To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client group across a range of agencies and settings where appropriate. To provide in-depth specialist speech and language therapy assessments for the more complex service users referred to the team. To formulate and implement support plans as part of the MDT. Evaluate the impact of a support plan/intervention and use outcome measures to inform future practice. Develop effective outcome measures both for SLT and the wider team to build on the existing evidence base. o provide clinical and strategic leadership across the health and social care network for the geographical area. Represent the service both nationally and locally as appropriate. Research: To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice and to contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audit. Advising the Team Manager about capacity, gaps in service delivery and operational issues. Being involved in the recruitment of other speech and language therapists or other staff within the teams. To provide clinical and managerial supervision to junior members of staff. To act as supervisor, assessor and mentor for students, Speech and Language Therapists and junior staff. To facilitate the education of service users, relatives and other agencies concerned with the provision of learning disability services in the community. To be involved in the development of training and information resources for partner agencies.To ensure safeguarding requirements are upheld. To provide statistical information as required by the Trust.To undertake duties as may be delegated by the Team Manager or the Clinical Lead. To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice. To contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audits whenever possible. Promote health and reduce inequalities for all patients accessing the speech and language therapy service, so that they may maximise their potential in terms of health education and social well-being. To lead on training and development programmes as appropriate to the knowledge and skills of the individual, delivering to other professionals and service users. Participate in the Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust (MCFT) PACE review process, ensuring business priority objectives are met and a personal development plan is maintained and evaluated. Cascade the PACE process to departmental staff as appropriate. Be responsible for own continuing professional development, maintaining professional registration and meeting HPC registration requirements; maintain a professional portfolio and demonstrate evidence of reflective practice. Use highly developed skills to convey complex and sensitive clinical information, using a high level of persuasive and motivational skill to enable others to follow swallowing/therapy plans. Communicate clinical formulations and interventions to service users and carers in an understandable manner based on a person-centred approach, which inspires hope to the service user and carer.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of a recognised training course awarding relevant degree/diploma approved by the RCSLT and HPC
• Registered with the HPC - License to practice
• Evidence of management training

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of carrying out specialist assessments and interventions
• oEvidence of experience of: Multi disciplinary team working
• oLeading in service projects
• oProven ability to work independently, prioritise and manage own complex caseload.

Knowledge

Essential

• oAdvanced knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits
• oUnderstands the roles of other professionals relevant to the client group
• oIn depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent interpersonal skills - including, listening and empathy skills
• oExcellent analytical and reflection skills
• oAble to be a good team member and assume leadership responsibilities
• oAbility to communicate highly complex or sensitive advice and information to others
• oAble to critically appraise research
• oFlexible and able to cope with change

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Completion of a recognised training course awarding relevant degree/diploma approved by the RCSLT and HPC Registered with the HPC - License to practice Evidence of management training Experience Essential oExperience of carrying out specialist assessments and interventions oEvidence of experience of: Multi disciplinary team working oLeading in service projects oProven ability to work independently, prioritise and manage own complex caseload. Knowledge Essential oAdvanced knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits oUnderstands the roles of other professionals relevant to the client group oIn depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group Skills Essential oExcellent interpersonal skills - including, listening and empathy skills oExcellent analytical and reflection skills oAble to be a good team member and assume leadership responsibilities oAbility to communicate highly complex or sensitive advice and information to others oAble to critically appraise research oFlexible and able to cope with change

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

2 City Approach, Eccles

Albert Street

Eccles

M30 0BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

2 City Approach, Eccles

Albert Street

Eccles

M30 0BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Working Full time or Part time hours

We are delighted to offer an engaging career opportunity within the Hospital at Home team. If you're eager to make a real difference and thrive in a dynamic community environment, this role could be perfect for you.

We are looking for a motivated Senior Therapy Assistant to join our friendly Hospital at Home Team, delivering acute therapy services within the person's own home.

Your role will involve assisting with patient assessments, focusing on optimising function and daily activities following an acute deterioration in function. You'll work closely with our multidisciplinary team to provide optimal treatment for people within their own home.

This position covers a 7-day service from 8am to 8pm, offering you the chance to be part of a supportive team dedicated to excellent patient care.

Main duties of the job

As part of the team, you will assist therapists with their patient caseload, as well as help with essential administrative and housekeeping duties, keeping our service running efficiently and making a positive impact every day. You will apply your organisational and clinical skills to manage work and respond to service needs. Using your clinical expertise and strong communication, you will adjust care as necessary and refer appropriate patients to community services, for ongoing community input.

About us

The Trust's services are provided from three locations: o The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds. o Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility. o Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population. The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

210-2026-523-A

Job locations

Countess of Chester Hospital / Custom House

Merseyton Road

Ellesmere Port

CH65 3AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Job description Job responsibilities See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa. The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 4 or equivalent
• ECDL or CLIAT qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working in a health or social care setting, working as a therapy assistant
• Experience of delivering therapy programmes to patients with complex needs
• Supervisory experience
• Knowledge of a range of presenting conditions.
• Carry out interventions using a criteria led discharge protocol
• Able to undertake reviews and amend action plans accordingly

Desirable

• Understanding of professional conduct
• Health, safety and risk awareness

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal skills
• Able to demonstrate ability to use basic Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Good level of literacy skills to complete therapy documentation and referrals to other services
• Able to communicate with a range of professionals, patients and relatives regarding patient treatment plans both in the hospital and in the community

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Cerner system

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level 4 or equivalent ECDL or CLIAT qualification Experience Essential Significant experience working in a health or social care setting, working as a therapy assistant Experience of delivering therapy programmes to patients with complex needs Supervisory experience Knowledge of a range of presenting conditions. Carry out interventions using a criteria led discharge protocol Able to undertake reviews and amend action plans accordingly Desirable Understanding of professional conduct Health, safety and risk awareness Skills Essential Excellent verbal skills Able to demonstrate ability to use basic Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint Good level of literacy skills to complete therapy documentation and referrals to other services Able to communicate with a range of professionals, patients and relatives regarding patient treatment plans both in the hospital and in the community Desirable Working knowledge of Cerner system

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital / Custom House

Merseyton Road

Ellesmere Port

CH65 3AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital / Custom House

Merseyton Road

Ellesmere Port

CH65 3AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)