Job summary

At East Cheshire Hospice, we provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families at one of the most important times of their lives. Our kitchen plays a vital rile in ensuring patients, visitors, and staff receive nourishing, comforting meals tailored to individual needs.

We are looking for a new Assistant Chef to join our busy and dedicated catering team which provides an excellent standard of food. This role requires a passion to cook and dedication to a team-based environment.

Salary: £27,476 (actual salary £16,485)

Hours: 22.5 per week working across three days, including weekends and bank holidays

Contract: Permanent

Main duties of the job

• Preparing and cooking meals for parents, visitors, and staff, taking into account dietary requirements and preferences.
• Ensuring meals are presented to a high standard, with a focus on both taste and nutrition.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards in line with regulations.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, including stock management and cleaning duties.
• Working collaboratively with clinical colleagues to adapt meals to meet patients needs.

About us

East Cheshire Hospice has been caring for people living with life-limiting illnesses since 1988.

We put our patients, their carers or families at the centre of everything we do, and our expert medical treatment is only the start of the holistic care we provide.

Our Hospice is a warm and welcoming place for everyone, no matter their background or beliefs. We provide compassionate care in a peaceful, supportive environment, where every individual is treated with dignity, kindness and respect.

Job summary

Are you a great listener, who is person centred, with a passion for helping people find practical solutions to life's challenges? We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our friendly team.

You will help patients aged 18+ navigate non-medical needssuch as supporting patients with long term conditions, loneliness, mental wellbeing, debt, housing concerns, or physical inactivity. Rather than focusing purely on medical symptoms, you will give people the time and a safe space to explore "what matters to me" and connect them to empowering local community groups and support networks.

Improving patients wellbeing, independence and quality of life through personalised support and community-based solutions.

• We are accepting CVs for this role, please also include (with your CV) a cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria for this role, as shown in the Person Spec.

Please note that the use of AI is monitored during the shortlisting process; if you have used this please declare this in your statement explaining what type of AI tools have been used and for what purpose

Main duties of the job

Take a whole population approach, working with a range of people who may benefit from social prescribing, including people who are lonely, have complex social needs, low level mental health needs and long-term conditions

Help people to identify issues that affect their health & wellbeing, and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan

Support people by connecting them to non-medical, community-based activities, groups and services that meet their practical, social and emotional needs, including specialist advice services and arts and culture, physical activity, and nature and green based activities

Support people with advice and guidance to improve their mental wellbeing addressing issues such as financial issues, loneliness or social isolation, anxiety, housing etc.

Use coaching and motivational interviewing techniques to support people to take control of their own health and wellbeing

Support development of accessible and sustainable community offers by working in partnership with VCSE organisations, local authorities and others to identify gaps in provision, and take a community development approach to enabling growth in community activities and groups.

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented in our service.

About us

Viaduct Care CIC is the company structure for Stockport's GP Federation and represents all of its local GP Practices. Covering a patient population of circa 300,000 practices are split into 6 PCNs with each serving a population of around 30,000-50,000 patients.

Viaduct Care represents the collective voice and interests of its member practices and as a key stakeholder in Stockport Together aims to influence and support the design and delivery of major service and system changes by being a strong and effective partner with other major service providers.

One of our priorities at Viaduct Care is to ensure that wellbeing and development of our team is at the forefront of everything we do. We have recently launched our new employee assistance programme, assisting our team to get access to a range of advice 24 hours a day. Additionally, we are keen to provide opportunities for team members to develop and grow including access to an extensive range of training and up to five paid study days per year.

For more information of the benefits of working at Viaduct click on 'Why Join Viaduct Care' on the right hand side of the page.

Job summary

Are you ready tounlock your potential within a challenging, creative and fast paced work environment? Do you want to work with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past?

This is an excellent opportunity for a registered healthcare professional wanting to flourish as a clinical leader to undertake a fixed-term opportunity as our Mental Health Clinical Lead to cover maternity leave.

Our healthcare team have a real impact on promoting health and well-being to those in prison and we pride ourselves on using skills and strategies that instil hope for patient's future resettlement back into the community. We directly deliver Mental Health, Physical Health, Pharmacy and Clinical Substance Misuse in an integrated healthcare delivery model to provide effective and responsive care to improve wellbeing and support better outcomes in the future.

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to coordinate and lead team functioning with particular focus on:

• To be responsible for the planning, delivery and evaluation of quality mental health care for patients
• Performance monitoring and management including engaging with commissioners and service evaluators as required
• Line management and supervision of staff, including ensuring staff are supported to achieve a high standard of practice via regular supervision, support meetings and personal development
• To ensure appropriate professional supervision arrangement are in place
• To be responsible for and directly manage delegated budget
• To actively manage a small caseload of patient
• To ensure that the team provides effective and evidence based interventions which are guided by national, local and professional standards
• Ensure that the team functions in line with the agreed operational polic
• Co-ordinate recruitment and selection of staff within the team, leading on decision
• Respond to serious untoward incidents as appropriate and support any subsequent investigation

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.

We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

We're KindWe're FairWe ListenWe Care

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata p.a.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

277-8110176-PORT-B

Job locations

HMP Portland

104 The Grove

Portland

DT5 1DL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to coordinate and lead team functioning with particular focus on:

• To be responsible for the planning, delivery and evaluation of quality mental health care for patients.

• Performance monitoring and management including engaging with commissioners and service evaluators as required.

• Line management and supervision of staff, including ensuring staff are supported to achieve a high standard of practice via regular supervision, support meetings and personal development.

• To ensure appropriate professional supervision arrangement are in place.

• To be responsible for and directly manage delegated budgets

• To actively manage a small caseload of patients

• To ensure that the team provides effective and evidence based interventions which are guided by national, local and professional standards.

• Ensure that the team functions in line with the agreed operational policy

• Co-ordinate recruitment and selection of staff within the team, leading on decisions

• Respond to serious untoward incidents as appropriate and support any subsequent investigation

• Ensure complaints are investigated fully, within the time limits ensuring a proactive approach is standard and in accordance with trust policies

• To ensure staff are supported to achieve a high standard of practice via regular supervision, support meetings and personal development and have access to the necessary professional training.

• Work with other Offender Healthcare teams across the Trust as required.

• To ensure robust service to carers, including assessment and support

• Ensure that job plans are developed, are reflective of service needs and are regularly reviewed and adjusted to meet the demands of the service.

MPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

• Proof of right to work documentation
• Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID
• Proof of address documentation
• Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be expected to coordinate and lead team functioning with particular focus on: To be responsible for the planning, delivery and evaluation of quality mental health care for patients. Performance monitoring and management including engaging with commissioners and service evaluators as required. Line management and supervision of staff, including ensuring staff are supported to achieve a high standard of practice via regular supervision, support meetings and personal development. To ensure appropriate professional supervision arrangement are in place. To be responsible for and directly manage delegated budgets To actively manage a small caseload of patients To ensure that the team provides effective and evidence based interventions which are guided by national, local and professional standards. Ensure that the team functions in line with the agreed operational policy Co-ordinate recruitment and selection of staff within the team, leading on decisions Respond to serious untoward incidents as appropriate and support any subsequent investigation Ensure complaints are investigated fully, within the time limits ensuring a proactive approach is standard and in accordance with trust policies To ensure staff are supported to achieve a high standard of practice via regular supervision, support meetings and personal development and have access to the necessary professional training. Work with other Offender Healthcare teams across the Trust as required. To ensure robust service to carers, including assessment and support Ensure that job plans are developed, are reflective of service needs and are regularly reviewed and adjusted to meet the demands of the service. MPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ: All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team. You will need to provide: Proof of right to work documentation Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID Proof of address documentation Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code. Address History: 5 years address history will be needed. Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously. Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited. In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional qualification (RMN, Social Worker, Psychologist), educated to degree, masters level or have other relevant experience

Desirable

• Post-qualification training relating to mental health, neurodevelopmental disorders, addiction or risk assessment.

Experience

Essential

• Either community mental health experience or offender healthcare experience
• Significant experience of and demonstrable achievement in clinical practice in variable settings
• Experience of managing staff and liaising with other agencies

Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of the key drivers behind community mental health care
• Ability to provide and receive complex and emotive information with staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant professional qualification (RMN, Social Worker, Psychologist), educated to degree, masters level or have other relevant experience Desirable Post-qualification training relating to mental health, neurodevelopmental disorders, addiction or risk assessment. Experience Essential Either community mental health experience or offender healthcare experience Significant experience of and demonstrable achievement in clinical practice in variable settings Experience of managing staff and liaising with other agencies Skills Essential Knowledge of the key drivers behind community mental health care Ability to provide and receive complex and emotive information with staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders.

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Portland

104 The Grove

Portland

DT5 1DL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Portland

104 The Grove

Portland

DT5 1DL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge in a rewarding environment?

Applications are invited for Band 2 Health Care Assistant to work within our Cardiology unit.

The CCUHOPKINS is 29 beds acute Cardiology unit that meet the holistic needs of patients with variety of cardiac conditions. It has an exceptionally dedicated team, and we are looking for highly motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic individual to join our team. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, high sense of professionalism and a strong belief in the value of teamwork.

Main duties of the job

Day to day, you'll work under the supervision of our registered staff to help:

Wash and dress patientsMonitor and record clinical observationsSupport patients to eat and drinkHelp patients move aroundMake beds and maintain a clean, safe clinical areaTalk to patients and their familiesPerform specialised skills such as ECG, blood sugar monitoringManage stock levels for linen and other supplies

About us

The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area.

Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a 'one workforce' cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education, and experience of Healthcare Assistants.

Successful candidates to this role will be able to access the additional support provided by the HCA Academy following their induction with MSEFT. This includes development opportunities, pastoral support, staff rewards and access to HCA exclusive resources such as HCA App.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-NR-DOM-SO-9801

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Westcliff on sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires. for some roles i.e. roles for band 2 to 4, inclusive.

Job description Job responsibilities For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications. Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires. for some roles i.e. roles for band 2 to 4, inclusive.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• English and Maths GCSE or Equivalent

Desirable

• Care certificate

Essential

Essential

• An understanding of working in the health care setting
• Experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities

Desirable

• Understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality

Person Specification Essential Essential English and Maths GCSE or Equivalent Desirable Care certificate Essential Essential An understanding of working in the health care setting Experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities Desirable Understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Westcliff on sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Westcliff on sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

This is an existing post for an experienced and charismatic leader with sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act who will be take on the overall management of a very busy Mental Health Act office and formidable staff. As a team manager you should have an in-depth understanding of the mental health law and its implementation as you are sometime the first post of call for advice from mental health professionals, nearest relatives. Due to challenges faced and the different roles and duties undertaken by the MHAO staff, the role requires someone who is disciplined, well organised and has the ability to engage in difficult conversations.

The team has recently adopted a new way of working following the centralisation of the four local offices into one location at the Maudsley hospital. The team comprises one Band 7, two Band 6s, four Band 5s and eight Band 4s covering the newly created functional workstreams responsible for receiving scrutinise patients detentions and consent, co-ordinating mental health tribunal and Associate Managers hearings. You will directly line-manage team leaders, who in turn manage Band 5/4 coordinators and you will be working alongside the Trust MCA lead and a B7 Service Level Agreement (SLA) support manager.

Main duties of the job

This role demands excellent verbal and written communication skills, as you will regularly engage with service users, carers, professionals, and external agencies, including solicitors and tribunal members. You will also contribute to the day-to-day supervision and appraisal of staff, as well as lead on the investigation of complaints and incidents.

You will need strong leadership abilities to effectively manage and support a team of experienced Mental Health Act Coordinators. As this is a high-performing team, you will be expected to maintain a positive, well-organised environment that supports both staff and the individuals who use our services, along with their carers and nearest relatives.

A solid understanding of clinical information systems is essential. You should be confident using databases, diaries, MHA deadline-tracking systems, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office applications. The ability to interpret data and reports is a key requirement, as you will be responsible for providing each directorate with accurate updates on their compliance with the Mental Health Act.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8003535-MU-C

Job locations

Maudsley hospital

Maudsely Hospital

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description and person specification attached under documentation describes the role in detail.

Please note - Previous applicants need not apply

Job description Job responsibilities The job description and person specification attached under documentation describes the role in detail. Please note - Previous applicants need not apply

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC First Level Nurse registration or degree level qualification in law or a health related or social sciences discipline
• Evidence of post graduate specialist training relevant to the role.

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in a mental health law related course

Experience

Essential

• Significant clinical or management experience
• Providing professional supervision to experienced staff and resolving departmental and cross organisational disputes
• Project management skills
• Analysing complex set of data and accurately reporting findings
• Administrating and co-ordinating the application and documentation of the MHA

Desirable

• Experience of participating in and managing change and overseeing on going service development.

Knowledge

Essential

• Mental Health legislation
• QI methodology, root cause analysis, process mapping & redesign techniques
• Requirements of NHS trusts, NHSE/I, CQC in mental health act compliance
• Knowledge of current reforms proposed in the MHA and implications for MH service providers
• Ability to use Trust information systems and IT packages

Desirable

• Facilitate involvement of service users, carers and other professionals in audits

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC First Level Nurse registration or degree level qualification in law or a health related or social sciences discipline Evidence of post graduate specialist training relevant to the role. Desirable Post graduate qualification in a mental health law related course Experience Essential Significant clinical or management experience Providing professional supervision to experienced staff and resolving departmental and cross organisational disputes Project management skills Analysing complex set of data and accurately reporting findings Administrating and co-ordinating the application and documentation of the MHA Desirable Experience of participating in and managing change and overseeing on going service development. Knowledge Essential Mental Health legislation QI methodology, root cause analysis, process mapping & redesign techniques Requirements of NHS trusts, NHSE/I, CQC in mental health act compliance Knowledge of current reforms proposed in the MHA and implications for MH service providers Ability to use Trust information systems and IT packages Desirable Facilitate involvement of service users, carers and other professionals in audits

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

Maudsley hospital

Maudsely Hospital

London

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

Maudsely Hospital

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have a fixed term, part-time maternity leave cover post for a forward-thinking, supportive and friendly Paediatric Physiotherapists to be based either at Broomfield Hospital, working within the Children's Therapy Service.

You will be part of a well led, dynamic and friendly MSE wide team consisting of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy Assistants, who constantly strive for integrated working - optimising patient care and team morale. The team works together to achieve both positive patient experience and successful outcomes.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for Physiotherapy and a desire to actively participate in all aspects of the role. They will lead an area of the outpatient musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and/or rheumatology physiotherapy service at their base site. The successful candidate must be an effective team player with excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to demonstrate evidence of recent professional learning.

If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the delivery of the musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and rheumatology aspect of the paediatric physiotherapy service. This includes potential for inpatients, outpatients and supporting work in clinics.

The role will use highly specialist skills to manage their own complex caseload, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. They will act as a specialist resource for colleagues and the wider MDT in the management of children with musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and / or rheumatological conditions.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Job summary

10 Hammersmith Broadway is a modern sexual health and HIV centre in West London and we are looking to recruit health care assistants to join the team and service. This role is a rare opportunity to develop skills in both sexual health and HIV.

The main aspects of the role include clinical duties including direct patient care under supervision, assisting the Multi professional team in the delivery of a high standard of care to patients attending for Sexual, Reproductive health and HIV care. Other aspects include housekeeping and administration duties and overseeing the maintenance of a safe environment for both patients and staff.We are looking for an individual who is motivated, enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work with a team in an innovative sexual health setting.In return, you will join a team of friendly skilled experienced doctors, sexual health / HIV nurses, health advisers and admin staff responsible for delivering a high standard of care to patients. We have a full in-house and Multidisciplinary Education programme.

The post holder will be expected to work flexibly within the clinic and at outreach settings in the local community when applicable.This advert will close early if a high number of applicants are received.

Main duties of the job

A Health Care Assistant (HCA) is a member of the health care team who works under the supervision of a registered health or social care professional. A HCA can undertake a range of roles within theiroverall job and their level of responsibility will be appropriate/ commensurate to the level of knowledge and skills they have acquired.

To participate, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/ Midwife, in the delivery of patient care to a defined client group, in accordance with the philosophy of care which enables clients to maintain their skills and maximize the potential to achieve independence. Work as part of an effective and caring team.

The post holder works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse/ Midwife. They will work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills at all times. The post holder is expected tomaintain high standards of care, managing their time, tasks and resources effectively.

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the top performing and safest trusts in England. We have two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, plus our award-winning clinics across North West London and beyond.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£27,948 to £29,468 a year per annum incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

289-SC-473

Job locations

10 Hammersmith Broadway

London

W6 7AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Skills

• Under direct supervision assists with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with general hygiene needs reporting any changes in patients condition.
• Assist the patient to dress appropriately.
• Safeguard patients own belongings and space.
• Under supervision take and record the patients observations (e.g. temperature, skin assessment) as required, and inform the registered nurse of any observed changes in the patients condition. See Skills Sheet/Competency booklet for further details.
• Support the Registered Nurse in meeting and recording patients elimination needs. Report any changes identified and record quantities and frequency on the relevant charts appropriately.
• Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge and understanding of providing pressure area care and the use of aid
• Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge of mobilisation aids and their correct and safe use.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in the moving, handling and positioning of patients to meet clinical need, adhering to the Trust Moving and Handling policy at all times - 1.10 Report physicaland psychological changes in patients condition to the Registered Nurse, ensuring pain and distress are acted on promptly.
• Have an awareness of patient dietary needs and adhere to patient protected mealtimes.
• Under supervision deliver meals and provide drinks to patients as appropriate and record food intake (inpatient only).
• Report any changes of pattern to Registered Nurse
• Report relevant information regarding the patient care to Registered Nurse.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in contributing to the care of dying and deceased patients, sensitively providing support to relatives/friends and support patients who have received bad news.
• Support the Registered Nurse in the provision of health promotion/ education, e.g. prevention of pressure ulcers, deep vein thrombosis. See Skills Sheet /competency booklet for further information.

Housekeeping and Environmental Care

• Will ensure the environment is clean, comfortable, safe, and welcoming to patients, relatives and all health care professionals. In inpatient areas, this includes preparing bed space: - wash beds, chairs and lockers, making unoccupied beds in readiness for appropriate use.
• Clean and maintain equipment and make ready for use.
• To have an awareness of monitoring and maintaining stock levels of designated items.
• Keep all storage areas clean, tidy and in good order
• Report any faulty or broken equipment to the ward manager and label appropriately.
• Deliver specimens, test requests, notes or any charts as requested.
• Escort patients to other departments as and when requested to do so.
• Promote and ensure safe handling of valuables and patients property as per Trust policy.

Infection Control

• Be aware of and understand basic infection control techniques.
• Be aware of and follow safe disposal of sharps into appropriate container
• Understand universal safety techniques with regard to spillages.
• Dispose of body fluids, soiled linen, clothing etc in line with the Trust Infection Control Policy and Waste Disposal Regulations Clerical and Reception.
• Undertake delegated clerical duties in the absence of ward Clerk.
• Demonstrate good effective communication skills.
• Liaise and co-operate effectively with the administrative and clerical staff, nursing and medical staff and enquiring visitors to the ward / department.
• Deal with all enquiries politely and effectively in all circumstances.
• Ensure patients confidentiality and details are maintained at all times.
• Redirect all patients enquiries that are outside your field of practice to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist in the completion of PET (Patient Experience Tracker)
• Accurately file all patient documentation as directed.
• To answer telephone calls and redirect enquiries in the absence of the Ward Clerk.

Education and Development

• Undertake Ward/Departmental induction and orientation.
• Complete associated competency booklet completion time 2 months. Follow up action plan to complete this if required, by initial appraisal at 3 months.
• Work with manager 3 months after taking up post, to undertake an appraisal and Personal Development Plan to set objectives and agree future competency achievement and development.
• Successfully complete the Essence of Care Programme.
• Undertake NVQ Level 2 programme.
• Attend relevant training in line with Trust policy.
• Actively participate in team meetings and team brief cascade of information.

Quality Improvement / Clinical Governance

• Assist or participate in departmental and Trust initiatives or audits, related to quality Improvement / Clinical Governance.
• To participate in the orientation and educational programmes for new staff.
• The post holder is encouraged by the ward /department to attend both personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and the service through negotiation with Ward/Department.

Equality and Diversity

• Work within legislation and local procedures according to the Human Rights Act, Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidelines.
• Demonstrate awareness of culture, equality and diversity towards patients and colleagues.
• Maintain dignity and privacy at all times.
• Provide equality for all patients by non-discriminatory practice.
• Demonstrate an understanding of religious beliefs and customs.
• Understanding the requirements of vulnerable patients and the processes that are required to maintain their safety.

Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.

Job description Job responsibilities Skills Under direct supervision assists with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse. Assist patients with general hygiene needs reporting any changes in patients condition. Assist the patient to dress appropriately. Safeguard patients own belongings and space. Under supervision take and record the patients observations (e.g. temperature, skin assessment) as required, and inform the registered nurse of any observed changes in the patients condition. See Skills Sheet/Competency booklet for further details. Support the Registered Nurse in meeting and recording patients elimination needs. Report any changes identified and record quantities and frequency on the relevant charts appropriately. Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge and understanding of providing pressure area care and the use of aid Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge of mobilisation aids and their correct and safe use. Assist the Registered Nurse in the moving, handling and positioning of patients to meet clinical need, adhering to the Trust Moving and Handling policy at all times - 1.10 Report physicaland psychological changes in patients condition to the Registered Nurse, ensuring pain and distress are acted on promptly. Have an awareness of patient dietary needs and adhere to patient protected mealtimes. Under supervision deliver meals and provide drinks to patients as appropriate and record food intake (inpatient only). Report any changes of pattern to Registered Nurse Report relevant information regarding the patient care to Registered Nurse. Assist the Registered Nurse in contributing to the care of dying and deceased patients, sensitively providing support to relatives/friends and support patients who have received bad news. Support the Registered Nurse in the provision of health promotion/ education, e.g. prevention of pressure ulcers, deep vein thrombosis. See Skills Sheet /competency booklet for further information. Housekeeping and Environmental Care Will ensure the environment is clean, comfortable, safe, and welcoming to patients, relatives and all health care professionals. In inpatient areas, this includes preparing bed space: - wash beds, chairs and lockers, making unoccupied beds in readiness for appropriate use. Clean and maintain equipment and make ready for use. To have an awareness of monitoring and maintaining stock levels of designated items. Keep all storage areas clean, tidy and in good order Report any faulty or broken equipment to the ward manager and label appropriately. Deliver specimens, test requests, notes or any charts as requested. Escort patients to other departments as and when requested to do so. Promote and ensure safe handling of valuables and patients property as per Trust policy. Infection Control Be aware of and understand basic infection control techniques. Be aware of and follow safe disposal of sharps into appropriate container Understand universal safety techniques with regard to spillages. Dispose of body fluids, soiled linen, clothing etc in line with the Trust Infection Control Policy and Waste Disposal Regulations Clerical and Reception. Undertake delegated clerical duties in the absence of ward Clerk. Demonstrate good effective communication skills. Liaise and co-operate effectively with the administrative and clerical staff, nursing and medical staff and enquiring visitors to the ward / department. Deal with all enquiries politely and effectively in all circumstances. Ensure patients confidentiality and details are maintained at all times. Redirect all patients enquiries that are outside your field of practice to the Registered Nurse. Assist in the completion of PET (Patient Experience Tracker) Accurately file all patient documentation as directed. To answer telephone calls and redirect enquiries in the absence of the Ward Clerk. Education and Development Undertake Ward/Departmental induction and orientation. Complete associated competency booklet completion time 2 months. Follow up action plan to complete this if required, by initial appraisal at 3 months. Work with manager 3 months after taking up post, to undertake an appraisal and Personal Development Plan to set objectives and agree future competency achievement and development. Successfully complete the Essence of Care Programme. Undertake NVQ Level 2 programme. Attend relevant training in line with Trust policy. Actively participate in team meetings and team brief cascade of information. Quality Improvement / Clinical Governance Assist or participate in departmental and Trust initiatives or audits, related to quality Improvement / Clinical Governance. To participate in the orientation and educational programmes for new staff. The post holder is encouraged by the ward /department to attend both personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and the service through negotiation with Ward/Department. Equality and Diversity Work within legislation and local procedures according to the Human Rights Act, Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidelines. Demonstrate awareness of culture, equality and diversity towards patients and colleagues. Maintain dignity and privacy at all times. Provide equality for all patients by non-discriminatory practice. Demonstrate an understanding of religious beliefs and customs. Understanding the requirements of vulnerable patients and the processes that are required to maintain their safety. Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Secondary Education
• Willing to develop within the health and care NVQ framework

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
• Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills

Experience

Essential

• Interest or experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care

Desirable

• Previous experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Essential

• Caring skills
• Ability to provide individualised care and empathy
• Good organisational skills
• Able to communicate effectively
• Ability to work in a team
• Able to demonstrate an awareness of the important of confidentiality / privacy and dignity

Desirable

• Keyboard/IT clerical skills
• Housekeeping skills
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of equality and diversity
• ECDL

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Secondary Education Willing to develop within the health and care NVQ framework Desirable NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills Experience Essential Interest or experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care Desirable Previous experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Essential Caring skills Ability to provide individualised care and empathy Good organisational skills Able to communicate effectively Ability to work in a team Able to demonstrate an awareness of the important of confidentiality / privacy and dignity Desirable Keyboard/IT clerical skills Housekeeping skills Able to demonstrate knowledge of equality and diversity ECDL

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

10 Hammersmith Broadway

London

W6 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

10 Hammersmith Broadway

London

W6 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join Our Team: Psychological Practitioners and Senior Psychologists.

York and North Yorkshire Trailblazer Resilience Hub Hosted by Nimbuscare.

In your application, please state which role you are interested in: Psychological Practitioner or Senior Psychologist.

For full details, please see supporting documents for the full job description attached.

Please note: sponsorship is not available for this role.

Main duties of the job

Provides specialist psychological assessment, therapy, supervision, and service development within a trauma-informed Hub.

For full details, please see supporting documents for the full job description attached.

About us

Who are we?

Nimbuscare is a not-for-profit, socially driven organisation within the NHS family. Were collaborative, agile and innovative at our core, working with partners across the system to remove complexity, inspire trust and create person-centred solutions that make healthcare better for everyone.

What we do?

We work towards making a complex system simpler. Creating better, more seamless care closer to home.

How we do it?

By collaborating closely with GP Members, Patient Safety Partners and wider health and care organisations, combining shared insight and expertise to improve outcomes for local people.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this job are guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and innovative Band 7 physiotherapist to work with an inspiring multidisciplinary team; including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists (OT), Speech and Language therapist, Therapy Support workers. The role will involve supporting patients following long hospital admissions, including time in critical care; and managing complex breathlessness.

You will work in an outpatient and community setting undertaking a variety of duties, managing a varied caseload and contributing to service development.

Training to develop specific competencies related to wider service components will be provided. You will be key in supporting assessment and rehabilitation of patients presenting with symptoms of deconditioning, breathlessness and fatigue.

The role includes triaging of patients, therapeutic interventions (for deconditioning and complex breathlessness), home visits and exercise groups. You will demonstrate an ability to work with patients with a wide range of conditions. Good clinical and interpersonal skills and multi-disciplinary team working are essential. The ability to travel independently between locations is essential.

We are teaching trust committed to continued professional and career development of all staff.

Supporting evening sessions is required as part of this role.

Info please e-mail Linzie Bassett, CTL Stroke/Neuro Therapies or Abi Stothard, Clinical Specialist Recover Well team.

[email protected]

[email protected]

Main duties of the job

Managing independent and often complex caseload both deconditioning and complex breathlessness

Supporting the running of and assessment within the multidisciplinary clinic

Completing home visits

Co-ordinating MDT sessions for your patients

Service development projects and audits

Team lead role and delegation especially in absence of band 8s

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board is looking for a Recovery Practitioner to join their Theatre department at Prince Philip Hospital based in Llanelli.

Elective surgery across a number of specialities including Orthopaedics, Urology, Breast and Colorectal is performed between Monday and Friday with the occasional need to cover weekend elective sessions.

We have a Theatre Practice education team within our department and offer a structured induction package and continued professional development is available to all staff.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly skilled workforce in the Recovery unit of the Main Operating Theatres at Prince Philip Hospital. The successful candidate will join a motivated and friendly team of multi-disciplinary professionals delivering high quality, evidence-based care to our patients.

This vacancy is suitable for Registered Nurses/Operating Department Practitioners. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic candidate with the ability to work well within a challenging environment, and who can deliver high quality patient care.

A structured induction programme will be provided for all new members of staff, plus access to on-going continuing professional education and development.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews to be held on 29/10/2026.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Job summary

We have a full time vacancy in our SLT Assistant team. The post holder will join our existing team of 16 SLT assistants to support the work of the SLT department. The role will involve working in local schools and/or nurseries to screen children's communication skills, deliver language groups and train staff in the settings. It will also involve jointly running groups in clinics and supporting clinical and administration tasks for the wider SLT team. There will be an opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of communication development in children.

Please note, this job vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high number of applications.

Main duties of the job

We can offer you:

• A department that is actively committed to diversity, equality of opportunity and elimination of discrimination.
• Excellent supervision and support
• A commitment to learning and development, including a broad and varied programme of internal training and shadowing opportunities
• Mobile working supported by 4G enabled laptop/device and smartphone
• Varied and interesting work with a diverse population
• A professionally led, data and evidence-based service
• Support from a friendly and sociable team - including a team choir, book club and other activities
• Access to a full range of health and wellbeing activities within the Trust, e.g. sports and social club, swimming pool, Cycle to Work scheme, psychological support

Interviews for this post will be held on the 3rd November 2026

Please see attached job description and person specification for details of the role. Contact Susanna Keusch with any additional questions:

Email: [email protected]

About us

The Speech and Language Therapy department provides focused and clinically driven services across the boroughs of Lambeth & Southwark. Our aim is to ensure clear delivery and development of services for the specific populations we serve, enabling smoother transitions, enhanced skill development across the team and greater job satisfaction.

We provide separate line management and clinical supervision to ensure strong clinical performance and development opportunities.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a driven and enthusiastic Band 7 dietitian for a 12 month maternity cover post. The post holder will be based at our main service hub at Farnham Road Hospital, Guildford across both our outpatient and day care service. Part of the role may require cross-site work at our other hub in Leatherhead.You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team providing care for adults (18+) with moderate to severe eating disorders. The role includes nutritional assessment and treatment, delivering individual and group interventions, care planning and coordination, providing dietetic guidance to colleagues and partner services and clinical supervision of colleagues and dietetic students.

Main duties of the job

Suitable for someone who is keen to develop their skills and knowledge and is passionate about providing high quality, evidence-based care for people with moderate to severe eating disorders as a member of a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic physiotherapist with diverse clinical skills based with the North Devon Specialist Health Community Learning Disabilities Team (SHCLDT).

The team provides a client focused community based service to adults with a learning disability and complex health needs that cannot be met by mainstream services.

As well as working with the North SHCLDT, you will be a part of the Devon wide specialist physiotherapy team. We are a Monday to Friday 9-5 service with no on call requirements. We are looking for 2 postholders to fill 1.2WTE and can be flexible on hours for each post. Flexible working and hybrid working can be considered.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills and experience in working with complex physical health needs. Experience of working with people with learning disabilities is desirable but not essential if you have the required transferrable skills. Both internal and external training opportunities are available and encouraged.

You will have responsibility for a caseload and be required to work confidently with adults with complex postural and physical needs, completing thorough assessments and providing evidence based treatment programmes as well as training family and carers in 24 hour postural management. There will be opportunities to participate in hydrotherapy, postural management clinics and to work closely with senior physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants and students.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job summary

Are you a Physiotherapist looking to get a substantive role in a rewarding career within a highly specialist service? If so, come and join the therapy department at Queen Victoria Hospital as part of our therapy team within Burns/Plastics/Head and Neck where you'll be supported as you shape and empower recovery.The role covers three inpatient clinical areas of Burns for acute, rehabilitation and outpatient management, Major head and neck cancer surgery cases providing input for post operative rehabilitation and tracheostomy management and plastic surgery rehabilitation after breast and reconstructive surgeries. You will work within established MDTs directly within a team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and pressure garment technicians. This post has direct peer support via another band 7 within the team as well as the Therapy Services Manager.You will provide input to clinical governance meetings and work on service development within the clinical areas. You must have excellent clinical skills, be proactive and self-motivated, but most importantly have a passion for maintaining high standards of care for our patients.If this sounds like an environment you would flourish in and a position that would interest and engage you, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

You will be a Physiotherapist who can deliver advanced clinical assessments and treatments to a caseload of adult patients on rehabilitation pathways. Your role will include creating and delivering bespoke training to less experienced therapists, students, support workers and the wider MDT.

In the wider MDT you will work alongside Speech and language therapist, Dietitians, Nursing Team, Psychological Therapists, Medical Colleagues (including Surgeons, Anaesthetists and Intensivists). This diverse range of professionals gives access to excellent in house training driven by a range of highly experienced clinicians. To be an inspirational and compassionate leader who will join together departmental initiatives with peers across our other therapy teams based at QVH. As the lead of the team you will have the opportunity to evaluate the service, choosing and implementing developments across the service that correlate with the evolving caseload and wider therapies department needs.

The role involves both clinical and management responsibilities which include completing PDR's, development of staff, performance management and recruitment and workforce planning. Please see the JD for more information.

About us

Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.

We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise.Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services.Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.

Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

276-7885185-AfC-B

Job locations

Queen Victoria Hospital

Holyte Road

East Grinstead

RH193DZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached material prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts webpage Homepage - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk) and publications Publications & policies - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk)for information about working for Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience we need then don't delay, apply today or contact us to discuss the role and if wished arrange an informal visit.

Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached material prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts webpage Homepage - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk) and publications Publications & policies - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk)for information about working for Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience we need then don't delay, apply today or contact us to discuss the role and if wished arrange an informal visit.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters level degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of relevant postgraduate education and training

Experience

Essential

• Significant postgraduate clinical experience in relevant field.
• Experience in delivering clinical education and supervision to staff and students.
• Experience of working as part of a therapy and/or multidisciplinary team.

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly specialised knowledge and experience of assessment, evaluation and treatment techniques in relevant specialist field relating to a client centred approach.
• Highly specialised knowledge of relevant treatment modalities

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters level degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent experience. Evidence of relevant postgraduate education and training Experience Essential Significant postgraduate clinical experience in relevant field. Experience in delivering clinical education and supervision to staff and students. Experience of working as part of a therapy and/or multidisciplinary team. Knowledge Essential Highly specialised knowledge and experience of assessment, evaluation and treatment techniques in relevant specialist field relating to a client centred approach. Highly specialised knowledge of relevant treatment modalities

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

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Victoria Hospital

Holyte Road

East Grinstead

RH193DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Victoria Hospital

Holyte Road

East Grinstead

RH193DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Reporting Radiographer to join the Radiology team at Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This advanced practitioner role is integral to delivering a high-quality diagnostic imaging and reporting service, supporting timely diagnosis, effective clinical decision-making and excellent patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will independently report a range of radiographic examinations within their scope of practice, working closely with consultant radiologists, clinicians and multidisciplinary teams. They will contribute to a safe, responsive and patient-centred imaging service, ensuring reports are accurate, clinically relevant and delivered within agreed turnaround times.

In addition to reporting responsibilities, the post holder will participate in audit, quality assurance, clinical governance and service improvement activities, supporting the continued development of imaging pathways and services.

As a senior member of the team, the post holder will provide leadership, mentorship and support to radiographers, trainee reporting radiographers and students, promoting professional development and best practice across the department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced reporting radiographer seeking to further develop their clinical, leadership and educational skills within a supportive and progressive NHS organisation.

Main duties of the job

• Independently interpret and report radiographic examinations within the agreed scope of practice, ensuring reports are accurate, timely and clinically relevant.
• Undertake a range of diagnostic radiography duties, maintaining high standards of patient care, safety and image quality.
• Work collaboratively with consultant radiologists, clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to support effective patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Participate in clinical governance activities, including audit, discrepancy review, quality assurance and service improvement initiatives.
• Act as a professional role model, providing clinical leadership, advice and support to radiographers, students and trainee reporting radiographers.
• Contribute to the education, training and assessment of staff and learners within the department.
• Support the development and implementation of departmental policies, protocols and evidence-based practice.
• Maintain professional registration and competency, undertaking continuing professional development to support advanced practice.
• Assist in the delivery of an efficient, patient-focused radiology service, helping to meet reporting turnaround times and service performance standards.
• Participate in out-of-hours, weekend and emergency imaging services as required by the needs of the service.

About us

Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.

We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise.Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services.Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.

Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge where you can make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people aged 16-25 who are at risk of or are not in education, employment or training? Young people who are at risk of homelessness, substance misuse and have complex needs.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker to join Surrey & Borders NHS Foundation Trust (SABP) in the newly transformed Reaching Out service as part of the Assertive Engagement Pathway. The Reaching Out service focuses on engaging and supporting the most isolated and vulnerable children and young people through a multi-agency network.

We are looking for a clinician who is creative, highly motivated, shows initiative and passionate and committed for ensuring high quality services for people with mental health needs.

There is 1 part-time post covering the East of Surrey.

Main duties of the job

To manage a caseload of young people referred to the service, working collaboratively with other services both internal and external, to provide consultations and mental health assessments to assist young people overcome the obstacles they face and to achieve their potential.

To build a trusting relationship to develop a deeper understanding of the needs of young people and be able to signpost or refer to more appropriate services. This role will involve outreach into the community to meet young people in their own or choice of environment.

To work in partnership with young people, families/ carers and other services regarding decision making and planning to help them to make informed decisions, to enable them to clarify and express their needs and to co-produce solutions.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

As a therapy assistant you will contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions and palliative care rehabilitation needs, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.

Main duties of the job

The enthusiastic post holder will be responsible for delivering Occupational therapy to the palliative patients under the care of Teesside Hospice.

The post holder will assess and devise holistic treatment plans tailored to the patient's needs on the in -patient unit and well-being services with added input to the community. The role will entail working autonomously and within the multidisciplinary team to provide effective palliative care. The post holder will have experience in supporting patients with long term conditions in particular palliative care, neurology, and respiratory physiotherapy, and be an advocate for promoting a rehabilitative environment to maximise patient's independence, function, and quality of life.

About us

People are at our core. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and are always aiming for the highest standards and working environment. Our teams work positively together, collaborating to ensure our patients get the best care, and staff enjoy a fulfilling career knowing they make a real difference in people's lives.

Our values are Compassionate, Skilled, Accountable, Trustworthy and Principled - working here means being part of a community that focuses on empathy, respect and teamwork. We're there for everyone who needs us and are on a mission to change the way society and healthcare systems care for people.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Full Sutton, a category A men's Prison located in Full Sutton, York.

This site is located in a rural location with their own parking on site, an on-site gym, caf, team building days and well-being events annually, regular 1-1's and good scope to develop.

Hours

37.5 hours working Monday - Friday 9-5. No weekends.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £57,955 per annum - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacist, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide expert clinical advice on medicines and poly-pharmacy in line with expected standards, ensuring that safe, modern, medicines management and medicines optimisation service are provided to patients.
• Deliver an integrated, safe, legal and high quality prison pharmacy service, which will be part of a comprehensive healthcare package based on the prison population needs.
• Inspire positive and aspirational leadership to the team of pharmacy technicians and the wider healthcare team in order to create and maintain a good working environment and facilitate staff retention.
• Promote good practice in all prescribing decisions to develop and implement improved medicines management understanding throughout the prison healthcare team.
• Share information relating to pharmaceutical products, medicines management, medicines optimisation, medicines legislation and general health education

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Qualifications required

• GPhC registered Pharmacist.
• Management and leadership experience (desirable).
• Procurement and audit experience (desirable).
• Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy including pre-registration training
• Experience developing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

Bedford Hospital is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a caring, compassionate, and dedicated individual to join our team as a Family Care Assistant (Band 3). This rewarding role is essential in providing support to patients and their families across a range of care settings within Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

As a Family Care Assistant, you will play an important role in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care. Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, you will help create a welcoming and supportive environment, ensuring that every patient and their family are treated with dignity, kindness, and respect throughout their care journey.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives and are seeking a fulfilling role within a supportive healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you. Join our dedicated team and help us provide the highest standard of care to patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

To support qualified staff in delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to children and their families, ensuring that children and their parents or carers receive the highest possible standard of care while on the unit, under the supervision and guidance of trained professionals.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job summary

Spire Liverpool Hospital are now recruiting an experienced Radiology Manager to lead the team in the Imaging Department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with previous leadership experience to take the next step in their career.

Main duties of the job

Work as the Head of Department reporting into the Director of Clinical Services Be responsible for championing, leading and inspiring the radiology team Plan, allocate, assess and provide feedback to team members Maintain and support the effective use of physical and financial resources Implement and monitor working processes and policies Delegation of tasks to team members appropriately Management of Radiology team to ensure accurate staffing in order to meet patient needs Develops a working environment and culture that actively improves health, safety and security Lead on the implementation of IRMER regulations within the hospital Enable people to exercise their rights and promote their equality and diversity Manage the relationships with the Consultant Radiologists Be responsible for all clinical governance and audit in the department

About us

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services. We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.

Job summary

An exciting new opportunity has arisen on our Good Hope Hospital sites to appoint to a full time Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to work within our dynamic and experienced acute Speech and Language therapy team on a permanent basis

This post will have a clinical focus on acute in-patient care across our general medical and elderly hospital wards on these hospital sites with some support also being provided to our off-site ward at the Norman Power centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a developing specialist with a clinical interest in acute care who is further wanting to advance and develop their skill set.

Main duties of the job

You will be welcomed into a large and supportive therapy team with excellent training and development opportunities as well as a robust supervision and appraisal system. You will have the opportunity to work alongside highly specialist staff and have access to regular videofluoroscopy & FEES clinics. The successful candidate will have suitable post graduate clinical experience, demonstrable interest in acute care, with competency in both communication and dysphagia management.

We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce. This role can also lead to a range of career opportunities

Applicants must be organised, flexible and adaptable and able to problem solve and apply clinical reasoning effectively. Applicants must also have good experience of close multi-professional working and must demonstrate excellent communication skills. You must be able to manage and prioritise your own case load and have experience of supporting and supervising the work of therapy support workers/ assistants.

Participation in our weekend service will also be required.

Full-time and part-time positions are available, and we're open to discuss flexible working arrangements.

For further information please contact:

Asfa Bashir -- Clinical Team Lead for Speech and Language Therapy

0121 424 0432

[email protected]

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job summary

We are looking for a Band 6 radiographer to join our expanding team at this exciting time. Due to a relocation of services we have recently opened 2 brand new hybrid theatres within our new hospital wing - both with brand new imaging equipment. As the hub of the vascular services for Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes these hybrid theatres undertake vascular intervention cases along with facilitating interventional radiology procedures.

The hybrid theatres support both vascular and interventional radiology procedures, offering a stimulating and progressive clinical environment. We are looking for a radiographer who is eager to contribute during this period of growth and innovation, and who brings experience in an additional imaging modality to support the rotational nature of the role.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a forward-thinking setting, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To competently undertake radiographic techniques, planning and prioritising own workload and acting in an advisory role when supervising other staff. To have an understanding of vascular imaging or cardiac imaging. To be able to maintain a high quality of work and complete consideration for the patient. To be a good example to and train radiographers, student radiographers and other health care workers and help them to develop into skilled considerate workers. To be responsible for a designated aspect of the Imaging Department. This is a rotational role within Imaging to include vascular and another speciality. The Trust has implemented a shift system and is moving towards fully 7 day working. Willingness to work within a flexible work pattern will be required.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job summary

At University Hospitals Dorset, we take pride in investing in the professional growth of our Band 6 Physiotherapists. We are looking to recruit talented individuals into recently vacated Band 6 positions within our MSK out patient department in permanent rotational posts.By joining our Band 6 rotation, you will gain access to our comprehensive in-house training and development programme, paving the way for your own career advancement. The rotations are spread across all three sites, Poole, Christchurch and Bournemouth with patients referred from orthopaedics, primary and secondary care as well as self-referral.

University Hospitals Dorset has been created following the merger of Poole, and Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Trusts. As a large NHS foundation trust, we can offer a wide range of rotations to develop your skills. Our close affiliation with two local Higher Education Institutions is mutually beneficial and offers great opportunities to advance your career and inspire the next generation of physiotherapists.

Our Christchurch site has recently benefited from a million-pound refurbishment, providing two spacious physiotherapy gyms and consulting rooms.

Base Location: Christchurch or Poole Hospital or Bournemouth

Interview Date: November 4th

Main duties of the job

Successful candidates will be responsible for the clinically reasoned assessment and evidence-based treatment of patients presenting with musculoskeletal pathology. As a Senior Physiotherapist you will be encouraged to develop your clinical skills and to participate in the supervision of junior staff, students and therapy technicians. We have a comprehensive in-service training program and a highly skilled and experienced senior workforce who can support your development.

UHD is a major trauma centre and currently undergoing a transformation process as our two trusts merge. As such there are excellent opportunities to develop your skills in this area. Our more senior clinicians are well established in the fracture clinic, elective clinics, FCP and ED. We encourage our staff to upskill wherever possible and are always looking out for motivated team members to step into enhanced roles.

Our rotations encompass

• Spinal/upper and lower limb
• Trauma and Orthopaedics
• Hand therapy
• Occupational Health
• In house work at local GP surgeries
• Hydrotherapy
• Rehab classes

About us

We recognise the growing preference of maintaining an interest in a variety of clinical areas and support flexibility in roles, we promote the importance of a good work life balance and will consider requests provided the core needs of the service are met.

We are open to applications from both aspirational and established clinicians who are team players and passionate about delivering quality, patient centred services. These roles are open to job share and part time applicants. Please get in touch if you would like to find out more or visit us in person.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

153-SP06821

Job locations

University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites

Dorset

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for the clinically reasoned assessment and evidence-based treatment of patients presenting with musculoskeletal pathology. As a Senior Physiotherapist you will be encouraged to develop your clinical skills and to participate in the supervision of junior staff, students and therapy technicians. We have a comprehensive in-service training program and a highly skilled and experienced senior workforce who can support your development.

UHD is a major trauma centre and currently undergoing a transformation process as our two trusts merge. As such there are excellent opportunities to develop your skills in this area. Our more senior clinicans are well established in the fracture clinic, elective clinics, FCP and ED. We encourage our staff to upskill wherever possible and are always looking out for motivated team members to step into enhanced roles.

Our rotations encompass

• Spinal/upper and lower limb
• Hand therapy
• In house work at local GP surgeries
• Hydrotherapy
• Rehab classes

We recognise the growing preference of maintaining an interest in a variety of clinical areas and support flexibility in roles, we promote the importance of a good work life balance and will consider requests provided the core needs of the service are met.

We are open to applications from both aspirational and established clinicians who are team players and passionate about delivering quality, patient centred services. These roles are open to job share and part time applicants. Please get in touch if you would like to find out more or visit us in person.

Job description Job responsibilities Successful candidates will be responsible for the clinically reasoned assessment and evidence-based treatment of patients presenting with musculoskeletal pathology. As a Senior Physiotherapist you will be encouraged to develop your clinical skills and to participate in the supervision of junior staff, students and therapy technicians. We have a comprehensive in-service training program and a highly skilled and experienced senior workforce who can support your development. UHD is a major trauma centre and currently undergoing a transformation process as our two trusts merge. As such there are excellent opportunities to develop your skills in this area. Our more senior clinicans are well established in the fracture clinic, elective clinics, FCP and ED. We encourage our staff to upskill wherever possible and are always looking out for motivated team members to step into enhanced roles. Our rotations encompass Spinal/upper and lower limb Hand therapy In house work at local GP surgeries Hydrotherapy Rehab classes We recognise the growing preference of maintaining an interest in a variety of clinical areas and support flexibility in roles, we promote the importance of a good work life balance and will consider requests provided the core needs of the service are met. We are open to applications from both aspirational and established clinicians who are team players and passionate about delivering quality, patient centred services. These roles are open to job share and part time applicants. Please get in touch if you would like to find out more or visit us in person.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours BSc. or equivalent in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Post-grad M-level study in a relevant clinical subject in addition to essential criteria

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years of post-graduate experience that includes inpatient and outpatient working in NHS; all-round MSK spinal and peripheral experience.

Desirable

• Recognised validated MSK specialist education and training eg. McKenzie Institute, MACP, SoMM.

Technical skills and competencies

Essential

• Proven experience and skills in the assessment, diagnosis and management of a caseload of adults with MSK pathology
• Familiarity with patient pathways and management options within the NHS
• Proven team-working aptitudes and experience
• Proven initiative and prioritisation of working in the clinical environment
• Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and withstand pressure
• To be competent to deal calmly and professionally with patients, relative and colleagues

Desirable

• Trained/educated in clinical skills associated with extended scope of practice in MSK Therapy such as IR(ME)R acupuncture, Xray interpretation et cetera.
• Experience in the formulation and delivery of clinical and information governance systems, clinical operational procedural documentation as would be necessary in a specific healthcare setting eg. a GP practice

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable familiarity with the NHS MSK pathways, the MSK Multidisciplinary team, Primary and secondary healthcare interfaces, technical terms, policies and legislative procedures as they apply to the management of patients referred to your service for further management
• Ability to work independently when supervision is scheduled rather that constantly available for reference.

Personal attributes

Essential

• Self-motivation and reliability
• Ability to respond positively to change.

Language

Essential

• Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Honours BSc. or equivalent in Physiotherapy HCPC Registration Desirable Post-grad M-level study in a relevant clinical subject in addition to essential criteria Experience Essential Minimum 2 years of post-graduate experience that includes inpatient and outpatient working in NHS; all-round MSK spinal and peripheral experience. Desirable Recognised validated MSK specialist education and training eg. McKenzie Institute, MACP, SoMM. Technical skills and competencies Essential Proven experience and skills in the assessment, diagnosis and management of a caseload of adults with MSK pathology Familiarity with patient pathways and management options within the NHS Proven team-working aptitudes and experience Proven initiative and prioritisation of working in the clinical environment Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and withstand pressure To be competent to deal calmly and professionally with patients, relative and colleagues Desirable Trained/educated in clinical skills associated with extended scope of practice in MSK Therapy such as IR(ME)R acupuncture, Xray interpretation et cetera. Experience in the formulation and delivery of clinical and information governance systems, clinical operational procedural documentation as would be necessary in a specific healthcare setting eg. a GP practice Knowledge Essential Demonstrable familiarity with the NHS MSK pathways, the MSK Multidisciplinary team, Primary and secondary healthcare interfaces, technical terms, policies and legislative procedures as they apply to the management of patients referred to your service for further management Ability to work independently when supervision is scheduled rather that constantly available for reference. Personal attributes Essential Self-motivation and reliability Ability to respond positively to change. Language Essential Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites

Dorset

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites

Dorset

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you an experienced and motivated Principal Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact within a Core CAMHS team? In Dorset, we are transforming our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services into a Family Mental Health model that embraces and adopts the THRIVE framework. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to service development and innovation, supporting a whole-family approach grounded in compassion, collaboration, and shared decision-making.

In this role, you will provide highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention to children and young people, alongside their families, within a multidisciplinary team. Working within the THRIVE framework, you will contribute to delivering evidence-based, person-centred care, ensuring that psychological formulation and thinking are embedded at the heart of service delivery.

You will offer a range of therapeutic interventions, alongside consultation, training and supervision to colleagues, working closely with partners across education, social care and the voluntary sector to support integrated care.

You will receive regular clinical supervision from the Clinical Lead Psychologist, alongside access to ongoing training and development opportunities.

The Clinical Psychologist role is a permanent, full-time post of 37.50 hours per week. The service operates Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm. We are flexible in how these hours are worked, and this can be discussed further at interview.

Main duties of the job

To conduct thorough psychological assessments, formulating problems and delivering evidence-based programmes of care with children and families who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties.

To regularly review and monitor outcome of assessment and effects of treatment in line with goal-based outcomes and the care programme approach.

To plan and prioritise own workload whilst coordinating with colleagues in the CAMHS locality teams so service users do not wait longer than necessary for a planned intervention.

To plan and chair multi-disciplinary/ multi-agency professional and family meetings (e.g. care planning/ discharge planning). To implement the participation agenda.

To provide specialist psychology supervision, training and consultation to colleagues working across agencies, with the approval of the Team Leader. To contribute to recruitment and selection of less senior staff.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

152-M162.26B

Job locations

Delphwood

Ashdown Close

Poole

BH17 8WG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected] Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• 2:1 honours degree in Psychology or better. Eligibility for Graduate Membership of BPS.
• Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996 or those in lateral transfer or with Statement of Equivalence) as accredited by the BPS or HPC.
• Specialist Supervisory training.
• Clinical supervision for trainee and assistant clinical psychologists
• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology
• Knowledge of legislation, white papers, etc. and implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to CAMHS

Desirable

• Extended skills and training specifically related to child and adolescent mental health

Job specific experience

Essential

• Training to work as a qualified clinical psychologist.
• Clinical experience with children and adolescents mental health
• Ability to sit in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working time Ability to concentrate intensely for long periods of time
• Ability to deal with exposure to highly distressing/ emotional circumstances

Desirable

• Ability to undertake clinical audits
• Leadership experience
• Management experience

Information Technology

Essential

• Ability to use a computer and Internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Must be capable of working on own initiative and acting independently
• Need to tolerate working conditions which may be unpleasant and where there is some exposure to vandalism and aggressive incidents.
• Ability to communicate highly complex, sensitive information where there may be barriers to understanding or where professional opinions may differ and to form relationships where there may be barriers to these relationships being formed.
• Ability to use a range of assessment materials (including psychometric tests). Ability to manipulate test materials that require a high level of speed, accuracy and concentration.
• Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to "hold" the stress of others.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to conduct complex risk assessments and develop appropriate strategies to minimise risk.
• Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the BPS and HPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently
• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential 2:1 honours degree in Psychology or better. Eligibility for Graduate Membership of BPS. Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996 or those in lateral transfer or with Statement of Equivalence) as accredited by the BPS or HPC. Specialist Supervisory training. Clinical supervision for trainee and assistant clinical psychologists Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology Knowledge of legislation, white papers, etc. and implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to CAMHS Desirable Extended skills and training specifically related to child and adolescent mental health Job specific experience Essential Training to work as a qualified clinical psychologist. Clinical experience with children and adolescents mental health Ability to sit in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working time Ability to concentrate intensely for long periods of time Ability to deal with exposure to highly distressing/ emotional circumstances Desirable Ability to undertake clinical audits Leadership experience Management experience Information Technology Essential Ability to use a computer and Internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes Personal Qualities/Attributes Essential Must be capable of working on own initiative and acting independently Need to tolerate working conditions which may be unpleasant and where there is some exposure to vandalism and aggressive incidents. Ability to communicate highly complex, sensitive information where there may be barriers to understanding or where professional opinions may differ and to form relationships where there may be barriers to these relationships being formed. Ability to use a range of assessment materials (including psychometric tests). Ability to manipulate test materials that require a high level of speed, accuracy and concentration. Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to "hold" the stress of others. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to conduct complex risk assessments and develop appropriate strategies to minimise risk. Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the BPS and HPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Delphwood

Ashdown Close

Poole

BH17 8WG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Delphwood

Ashdown Close

Poole

BH17 8WG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic newly qualified or early-career Clinical Psychologist looking to develop their skills within a supportive and progressive service. The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in (West Dorset) Weymouth & Portlandt is looking to recruit you.

In Dorset, we are transforming our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services into aFamily Mental Health modelthat embraces and adopts theTHRIVE framework. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to service development and innovation, supporting a whole-family approach grounded in compassion, collaboration and shared decision-making.

You will provide a specialist clinical psychology service to children, young people and their families, delivering high-quality psychological assessment, formulation and evidence-based interventions for complex mental health presentations. Working autonomously within professional guidelines, you will manage a defined caseload and contribute to multidisciplinary and multi-agency care planning.

You will use a range of psychological models and assessment tools to inform intervention, undertake risk assessments and contribute to effective risk management. The role includes providing specialist consultation and advice to colleagues and partner agencies, contributing to service development, audit, outcome evaluation, and maintaining accurate clinical records. Regular supervision, continuing professional development and reflective practice are integral to the role.

Main duties of the job

As part of Dorset HealthCare, you will contribute to a compassionate, collaborative and learning-focused service, working closely with health, education, social care and voluntary sector partners to support integrated care pathways. We offer regular high-quality supervision, continuing professional development, and opportunities to be involved in service development, audit and research.

You will provide a specialist psychological service to children and young people with a range of mental health difficulties, working directly with service users and their families, and indirectly through consultation and advice to colleagues within the multidisciplinary team and partner agencies.

You will deliver high-quality psychological assessment, formulation and evidence-based interventions, working autonomously within professional guidelines and service policies. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work with complex, sensitive and emotive presentations.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£39,509 to £45,212 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-M234.26A

Job locations

Children’s Therapy Department

Damers Road

Dorchester

DT1 2LB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or HCPC.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology
• Experience of clinical supervision for trainee and assistant clinical psychologists
• Knowledge of legislation, white papers, etc. and implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to older adults and adults with Learning Disabilities
• Membership of HCPC

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience with children and families
• Experience of Assessment and Formulation with children and families
• Experience in completing specialist assessments such as capacity assessment, dementia assessment, etc
• Competent knowledge of neuropsychological testing

Information Technology

Essential

• Ability to use a computer and Internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes

Additional requirements

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
• Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the BPS and HCPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
• Must have a car as role requires driving around the rural area of West Dorset to visit clients in their homes and day centres etc.

Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or HCPC. Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology Experience of clinical supervision for trainee and assistant clinical psychologists Knowledge of legislation, white papers, etc. and implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to older adults and adults with Learning Disabilities Membership of HCPC Job Specific Experience Essential Clinical experience with children and families Experience of Assessment and Formulation with children and families Experience in completing specialist assessments such as capacity assessment, dementia assessment, etc Competent knowledge of neuropsychological testing Information Technology Essential Ability to use a computer and Internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes Additional requirements Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the BPS and HCPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively. Must have a car as role requires driving around the rural area of West Dorset to visit clients in their homes and day centres etc.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Children’s Therapy Department

Damers Road

Dorchester

DT1 2LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Children’s Therapy Department

Damers Road

Dorchester

DT1 2LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)