Job summary

<p>As a <strong>Band 8a Specialist Dysphagia Speech & Language Therapist,</strong> you will be part of our valued team in Essex, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: </p><ul><li><strong>Band 8a AfC Salary with NHS Pension</strong></li><li>Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location</li><li>Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you</li><li>Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates</li><li>Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma <span class="single_desc_int_gb_word">support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling</span></li><li>Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise</li><li>An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation fun

Main duties of the job

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

HCRGCG/TP/171506/20859

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Harlow

Essex

CM18 7NG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

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Job description Job responsibilities About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2 0

Person Specification

General Requirements

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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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Harlow

Essex

CM18 7NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Harlow

Essex

CM18 7NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

<p>As a <strong>Healthcare Assistant,</strong> youll be part of our valued team at within our Inpatients wards at Chippenham Community Hospital. </p><p>You will feel valued as a<strong> Healthcare Assistant</strong> within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: </p><p> </p><ul><li>A salary of £24,486 with access to our group pension</li><li>Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates</li><li>Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling</li><li>Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise</li><li>An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year</li><li>Free tea and coffee at your base location</li></ul><p><strong>Job Introduction</strong></p><p>We are looking for a kind,

Main duties of the job

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,500 to £27,098 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

HCRGCG/TP/44687/20862

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 2AJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

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Job description Job responsibilities About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2 0

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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Person Specification General Requirements Essential Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site Desirable Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

<p>As a <strong>Band 6 </strong><strong>Paediatric</strong> <strong>Occupational Therapist</strong>, youll be part of our valued Therapies Team in South East Surrey, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:</p><ul><li>Band 6 Agenda for Change Salary with NHS Pension + 5% Fringe</li><li>Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location</li><li>Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you</li><li>Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates</li><li>Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma <span class="single_desc_int_gb_word">support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling</span></li><li>Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise</li><li>An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care back

Main duties of the job

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

HCRGCG/TP/117684/20870

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Redhill

Surrey

RH1 5EL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

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Job description Job responsibilities About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2 0

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Person Specification General Requirements Essential Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site Desirable Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Redhill

Surrey

RH1 5EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Redhill

Surrey

RH1 5EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

<p>As a <strong>Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist</strong> you will be part of our valued team in our Children\'s Service, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:</p><ul><li><strong>Band 6 AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions + 5% Fringe</strong></li><li>Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you</li><li>Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates</li><li>Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma <span class="single_desc_int_gb_word">support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling </span></li><li>Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise </li><li>An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each ye

Main duties of the job

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

HCRGCG/TP/117684/20872

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Woking

Surrey

GU21 5SB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

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Job description Job responsibilities About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2 0

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Person Specification General Requirements Essential Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site Desirable Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Woking

Surrey

GU21 5SB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Woking

Surrey

GU21 5SB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Forestwood.

This role will be a full time, with the expectation for the successful applicant to complete 40 hours per week.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.

Purpose of the role

The CAMHS Inpatient Social Worker provides specialist psychosocial assessment, safeguarding leadership, and systemic support to young people admitted to the inpatient unit.

The post holder acts as a key link between the ward and external agencies, supporting safe discharge planning and promoting the welfare of young people in line with statutory responsibilities.

Cygnet Hospital Forestwood:

Cygnet Hospital Forestwood provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for young people aged 13-18 year-olds. The hospital is set across four wards offering Acute Mental Health, Eating Disorder and Low Secure Services.

You will be part of a supportive MultiDisciplinary Team supporting young people in their treatment and working towards discharge.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in partnership with service users, their families and other stakeholders to assist with the recovery process
• Forge links and maintain contact with other statutory agencies
• Lead on the social care needs of service users
• Ensure that service users and their families/carers are aware of their legal rights
• Take an active role in safeguarding within the multidisciplinary team
• Provide written reports to the multidisciplinary team and other professionals

Person Specification:

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England professional registration
• Minimum of 2 years experience working within mental health settings, experience of working in inpatient or acute mental health environments is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of mental health legislation, safeguarding procedures, and social care frameworks
• Experience with discharge planning and multi-agency collaboration
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and competing priorities
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Desirable:

• Experience in CAMHS, inpatient mental health or crisis services.
• Understanding or training in systemic practices and trauma informed care.
• Knowledge of SEND frameworks, care proceedings, CETR and contextual safeguarding.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.

Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£34,280 to £34,280 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPF21C71A5

Job locations

Bury

BL8 2BS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Forestwood.

This role will be a full time, with the expectation for the successful applicant to complete 40 hours per week.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.

Purpose of the role

The CAMHS Inpatient Social Worker provides specialist psychosocial assessment, safeguarding leadership, and systemic support to young people admitted to the inpatient unit.

The post holder acts as a key link between the ward and external agencies, supporting safe discharge planning and promoting the welfare of young people in line with statutory responsibilities.

Cygnet Hospital Forestwood:

Cygnet Hospital Forestwood provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for young people aged 13-18 year-olds.

The hospital is set across four wards offering Acute Mental Health, Eating Disorder and Low Secure Services. You will be part of a supportive MultiDisciplinary Team supporting young people in their treatment and working towards discharge.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

So if youre passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in partnership with service users, their families and other stakeholders to assist with the recovery process
• Forge links and maintain contact with other statutory agencies
• Lead on the social care needs of service users
• Ensure that service users and their families/carers are aware of their legal rights
• Take an active role in safeguarding within the multidisciplinary team
• Provide written reports to the multidisciplinary team and other professionals

Person Specification:

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England professional registration
• Minimum of 2 years experience working within mental health settings, experience of working in inpatient or acute mental health environments is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of mental health legislation, safeguarding procedures, and social care frameworks
• Experience with discharge planning and multi-agency collaboration
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and competing priorities
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Desirable:

• Experience in CAMHS, inpatient mental health or crisis services.
• Understanding or training in systemic practices and trauma informed care.
• Knowledge of SEND frameworks, care proceedings, CETR and contextual safeguarding.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary of £34,280 per year
• An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Expert supervision & support
• Free Health Cash plan
• Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full Pay, 18 weeks half Pay (Inclusive of SMP) followed by 13 weeks SMP.
• 24 hours free GP support line
• Free life assurance cover
• Free eye tests
• Car lease discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
• Pension scheme
• Employee NHS discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks

Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the apply now link below

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Job description Job responsibilities Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Forestwood. This role will be a full time, with the expectation for the successful applicant to complete 40 hours per week.This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.Purpose of the roleThe CAMHS Inpatient Social Worker provides specialist psychosocial assessment, safeguarding leadership, and systemic support to young people admitted to the inpatient unit.The post holder acts as a key link between the ward and external agencies, supporting safe discharge planning and promoting the welfare of young people in line with statutory responsibilities.Cygnet Hospital Forestwood:Cygnet Hospital Forestwood provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for young people aged 13-18 year-olds.The hospital is set across four wards offering Acute Mental Health, Eating Disorder and Low Secure Services. You will be part of a supportive MultiDisciplinary Team supporting young people in their treatment and working towards discharge.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.So if youre passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!Key Responsibilities: Work in partnership with service users, their families and other stakeholders to assist with the recovery process Forge links and maintain contact with other statutory agencies Lead on the social care needs of service users Ensure that service users and their families/carers are aware of their legal rights Take an active role in safeguarding within the multidisciplinary team Provide written reports to the multidisciplinary team and other professionalsPerson Specification: Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England professional registration Minimum of 2 years experience working within mental health settings, experience of working in inpatient or acute mental health environments is desirable. Strong knowledge of mental health legislation, safeguarding procedures, and social care frameworks Experience with discharge planning and multi-agency collaboration Ability to manage complex caseloads and competing priorities Excellent communication and report-writing skillsDesirable: Experience in CAMHS, inpatient mental health or crisis services. Understanding or training in systemic practices and trauma informed care. Knowledge of SEND frameworks, care proceedings, CETR and contextual safeguarding.Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salary of £34,280 per year An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Expert supervision & support Free Health Cash plan Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full Pay, 18 weeks half Pay (Inclusive of SMP) followed by 13 weeks SMP. 24 hours free GP support line Free life assurance cover Free eye tests Car lease discounts Discounted gym membership Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover Pension scheme Employee NHS discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checksReady to make a positive change? Please click on the apply now link belowWhat next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply

Person Specification

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Desirable

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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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Bury

BL8 2BS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Bury

BL8 2BS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant at Beaconsfield Heights Care Home in Beaconsfield, Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is to support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Understanding the principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations unde

Main duties of the job

Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is to support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents. Responsibilities include understanding the principles of safe food handling, contributing fully to team working, advising on the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, and acting accordingly towards residents and their visitors while respecting their dignity. You will hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. You will have knowledge of Health and Safety, Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments. Additionally, you must be an efficient worker capable of responding to a demanding workload. An ideal candidate exhibits a caring and understanding attitude towards the residents and demonstrates a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.

About us

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Avery Healthcare supports and celebrates its team members while providing opportunities for learning and development. Join us at Avery, a place known for its supportive culture, respect, and compassion, where dedication truly makes a difference to our residents and team members.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.72 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1561073675

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Beaconsfield

HP9 1AB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant at Beaconsfield Heights Care Home in Beaconsfield, Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
• Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly.
• Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
• Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene.
• Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload.
• Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.
• Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant at Beaconsfield Heights Care Home in Beaconsfield, Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene. Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly. Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods. Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.ABOUT YOUTo be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.Our ideal candidate must: Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene. Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload. Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working. Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Beaconsfield

HP9 1AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Beaconsfield

HP9 1AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at West Wood Care Home in Sheringham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Avery Healthcare, your primary focus will be delivering high standards of personal care to residents, contributing fully to the care team for continuity of services. Responsibilities include assisting residents in personal hygiene care with a focus on independence, dignity, and respect, recognizing and escalating clinical risks, and practicing safe systems of work. We require individuals who can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, demonstrate initiative, and show respect towards residents and colleagues. Our team takes pride in offering thorough induction and training, so prior experience is not required. However, adaptability, efficiency, and flexibility are vital. The role involves night shifts, ensuring residents receive continual support. A DBS Disclosure check and proof of eligibility to work in the UK are mandatory for the position.

About us

Avery Healthcare is among the UKs largest luxury elderly care home providers, offering a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered each day. We are passionate about making the later years of life as enriching as any other, providing exceptional care and creating meaningful experiences for both residents and staff alike. Believing in the vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery Healthcare fosters a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Our network comprises over 100 care homes nationwide, and we are dedicated to offering opportunities for learning and development throughout your career. The supportive environment at Avery encourages employees to uphold values of honesty, accountability, and respect in all they do.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.85 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1561073676

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

1 West Wood Road Sheringham

NR26 8AP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at West Wood Care Home in Sheringham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times.

• Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner.
• Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
• Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home.
• Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members.
• Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at West Wood Care Home in Sheringham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task.ABOUT YOUTo be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role.Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience is not required as a thorough induction and training program is provided. Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, demonstrate initiative, be respectful, efficient, and flexible.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experience is not required as a thorough induction and training program is provided. Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, demonstrate initiative, be respectful, efficient, and flexible.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

1 West Wood Road Sheringham

NR26 8AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

1 West Wood Road Sheringham

NR26 8AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant - Nights at Clare Court Care Home in Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards

Main duties of the job

As a Night Care Assistant at Avery Healthcare, you will play a vital role in delivering high standards of personal care and ensuring continuity of services to residents. The role involves assisting residents with their personal hygiene care while maintaining their dignity and independence. You will need to recognize and understand clinical risk areas, such as weight loss and risk of falls, and escalate any identified risks promptly. Your role will also involve acting courteously towards residents and visitors, practicing safe work systems, and ensuring dignified service delivery. Experience is not necessary as the company offers thorough induction and training programs to build your confidence in this role. Effective communication skills and the ability to work efficiently and flexibly as part of a team are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate respect towards residents and others within the care home environment.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for both residents and staff. Avery believes that later years of life should be enriching and is passionate about offering exceptional care across their network of over 100 care homes. Avery provides a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. The organisation's vision is 'creating meaningful lives together,' and it seeks to build a community that values respect, compassion, and shared commitment to outstanding care, making Avery the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.77 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1561073679

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Winson Green

B18 4BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant - Nights at Clare Court Care Home in Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times.

• Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner.
• Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
• Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home.
• Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members.
• Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant - Nights at Clare Court Care Home in Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task.ABOUT YOUTo be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role.Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience is not required as Avery Healthcare provides a thorough induction and training program.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experience is not required as Avery Healthcare provides a thorough induction and training program.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Winson Green

B18 4BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Winson Green

B18 4BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield on our Low Secure Adult ward.

Joining us on a full time, 40 hour per week basis, you will work across 5 days.

This an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.

Purpose of the role

The Inpatient Social Worker provides specialist psychosocial assessment, safeguarding leadership, and systemic support to young people admitted to the inpatient unit.

The post holder acts as a key link between the ward and external agencies, supporting safe discharge planning and promoting the welfare of young people in line with statutory responsibilities.

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield:

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield offers general adolescent and intensive support CAMHS services for male and female adolescents over three distinct wards.

Spencer Ward:

Spencer Ward at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield is a 15 bed in patient service providing assessment and treatment for women with mental disorders. Treatment is aimed at identification and management of needs rather than just a particular diagnosis.

Main duties of the job

Job Summary:

• To hold a caseload at site, managing all social care requirements for your allocated service users
• To work in collaboration with other members of the Multi-Disciplinary team and other associated community professionals to deliver a comprehensive and joined up plan for treatment and support of all service users
• To assist and support social work assistants with managerial and clinical supervision
• To ensure continued registration as a Social Worker under Social Work England ensuring continuous practise development and ensuring all relevant fees are paid

Key Responsibilities:

• To assist in ensuring the Companys policies and procedures are implemented and carried out within the Social Work department
• To hold and be responsible for managing a ward caseload, ensuring individual Service Users receive appropriate therapeutic care and support in accordance with their social care needs
• To assist with multi-disciplinary assessments of service users through referral to discharge
• To refer and support Service Users with assessment under the Care Act 2014 and for support under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act 1983
• To support Family/Carers using appropriate assessments and to deliver advise, guidance and information; ensuring the Triangle of Care principles are used as appropriate at your service
• To attend all statutory and mandatory training as required

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.

Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job summary

Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

With us, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker Assistant to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.

This role will be full time, 40 hours per week.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.

Cygnet Hospital Bierley

Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women. The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services.

All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our clients it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• To assist the Social Workers to ensure that the discipline meets all the identified needs of the service users and (where appropriate) their families.
• Work in partnership with service users, families & other stakeholders
• Contribute to the provision of high-quality care for patients
• Forge links & maintain contact with other statutory agencies
• Lead on the social care needs of patients
• Ensure that patients & their families/carers are aware of their legal rights
• Ensure safeguarding in multidisciplinary teams & provide reports for MDTs & others.

You are...

• Experienced in working within a mental health setting, or passionate about this field
• Knowledgeable of safeguarding, H&S, data protection, confidentiality, equality & diversity
• An excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal, IT & telephone skills
• Aware of the Mental Health Act
• Skilled in report writing with excellent literacy skills & attention to detail.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.

Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job summary

Exciting Children's Occupational Therapy Opportunities in Devon!

Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapists to join our Occupational Therapy teams and innovative Experts at Hand programme.

Exeter & East Devon: 1.0 WTE

These roles are embedded within CFHD's Physical and Sensory Pathway, a large multidisciplinary service bringing together Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech and Language Therapy to improve outcomes for children and young people across Devon.

The Experts at Hand programme is an innovative model supporting children, families and educational settings through consultation, coaching, training and targeted intervention. Successful applicants will help shape this exciting service while remaining connected to established children's therapy teams.

You will join a friendly, supportive and highly skilled workforce with access to regular supervision, peer support, clinical governance and excellent learning opportunities. We are committed to developing our staff through specialist training, apprenticeships, continuing professional development and career progression opportunities.

Whether you are newly qualified or looking for your next challenge, we will support you to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive. Informal discussions, team visits and shadowing opportunities are welcomed.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist you will:

• Assess, advise and provide intervention for children and young people with functional, developmental and sensory processing needs.
• Manage a defined caseload under the supervision of senior Occupational Therapists.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, educational settings and partner agencies to support participation, independence and achievement of goals.
• Provide advice, support and training to parents, carers, schools and professionals.
• Contribute to delivery of the Experts at Hand model by supporting inclusive practice and capacity building within education settings.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Specialist Practitioners.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and work in line with professional, organisational and legal requirements. Participate in supervision, mandatory training and continuing professional development activities.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and evaluation of outcomes. Promote safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people at all times.

About us

At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.

Our children and young people say

We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.

Who we are

We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions.

Join us in beautiful Devon

With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone.

Job summary

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organization with a track record of success.

Radiology is a busy department providing Xray, Mammography, CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy and Ultrasound services. We provide 24/7 diagnostic services to the rest of the hospital using high quality up-to-date equipment.

Within our Trust, we provide imaging to symptomatic breast patients through clinic-led care. We work closely with the breast consultants to ensure continuity of care and try wherever possible to provide a one-stop diagnostic service for patients.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will show leadership qualities required to support and guide a team of staff with a variety of skills and experience.

The post holder will be an integral part of the Radiology team, working closely with the Senior Radiographers to ensure smooth delivery of care for the patients, whilst maintaining Radiographic standards and promoting good practice to Radiographers & Radiology students.

The staff member will be responsible for promoting the continuing professional development of other Radiology personnel.

To adhere to good practices of Radiographic technique and abide by the acknowledged safe practices of radiation protection standards.

To assist in the day to day management and running of the Radiology department including tasks such as room rosters, holiday allocations, workflow management & departmental health and safety

To provide mammograhy cover cross site when required

Candidates must be able to undertake general radiography also.

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.

Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.

For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

Please note that we may close any vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Job summary

SPONSORSHIP/VISACurrently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office's criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewedThis is a Bank position only

The post holder is an autonomous practitioner who will provide a broad range of highly skilled specialised services to support delivery of Ophthalmology services. As a senior clinician the post holder is expected to maintain a technical caseload and be capable of managing complex cases independently, providing clinical advice and expert opinion to colleagues where necessary. Procedures are likely to involve the use of specialist and high value ophthalmic instrumentation to a high level of accuracy. Analysis and interpretation of specialist test results will be necessary in order to plan or revise individual programmes of patient care.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct adult and paediatric ophthalmic examinations, including for patients with learning difficulties.
• Use specialist ophthalmic equipment and administer ophthalmic drugs as per regulations.
• Analyse and interpret clinical test results to assess and manage patient care.
• Provide specialist advice to patients, carers, and professionals.
• Manage a specialist caseload independently using evidence-based approaches.
• Maintain accurate clinical and statistical records.
• May perform domiciliary services for patients unable to attend clinics.
• Contribute to the maintenance and development of ophthalmology services.
• Provide expert consultation and influence clinical development.
• Respond to enquiries and complaints with empathy and professionalism.
• Manage stock levels and assist in team and technical staff management.
• Prioritise caseloads and manage time effectively.
• Use fine motor skills and manual handling techniques.
• Work sensitively in emotionally challenging situations.
• Maintain concentration and adapt to unpredictable environments

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job summary

Working under the direction of the lead nurse and as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture, as requested by the clinical team, to the entitled patient population. In addition, the phlebotomist will be expected to support the nursing team on an as required basis. This will include:

- Ensuring our clinic rooms are stocked and prepared for each day

- Manage the stock levels and support the ordering of required stock

In conjunction with other team members, the post-holder will be prepared to cover the work of colleagues when they are absent through annual leave or illness.

Main duties of the job

The following are the core responsibilities of the phlebotomist. There will be occasions where you will be required to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample

b. Perfoming venepunture in accordance with practice protocols

c. Maintaining accurate patient records on TPP Systemone

d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples

e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at Addenbrookes

h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

i. Restocking of rooms at end of surgery

j. Taking vitals i.e. routine measurements like height, weight, and blood pressure (along with pulse, temperature, and respiration rate)

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the nursing assistant may be requested to:

• Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
• Support and participate in shared learning within the practice
• Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota

Any other duties appropriate which may be requested

About us

The culture at Bourn is to offer the highest quality medical care with dignity, respect, compassion, and empathy. The aim of the partners and manager is to create an environment that supports the teams well-being, professional development and create a positive and rewarding workplace. We are all here to provide a professional, caring and friendly service to our patients and each other.

Our vision is to work in partnership with our patients and staff to provide the best Primary Care service possible working within local and national governance, guidance and regulations. Our practice ethos is to strive towards a partnership between patients and health professionals based on mutual respect, holistic care, continuity of care to help patients manage health and prevent illness.

Job summary

Exciting Senior Children's Occupational Therapy Opportunities in Devon!

Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) are seeking experienced and motivated Senior Occupational Therapists to join the innovative Experts at Hand programme.

• North Devon: 1.0 WTE

These posts sit within CFHD's Physical and Sensory Pathway, a well-established multidisciplinary service bringing together Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech and Language Therapy to improve outcomes for children and young people across Devon.

Successful applicants will help shape and deliver an innovative model of care through consultation, coaching, training and targeted intervention, supporting children, families, schools and professionals whilst remaining connected to established children's therapy services.

We welcome applications from Occupational Therapists with paediatric experience and those bringing transferable skills from community, acute, rehabilitation, mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental or other specialist settings.

You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team with access to supervision, peer support, professional leadership and excellent development opportunities. The role offers opportunities for specialist practice, service development, leadership experience, workforce development and career progression. Informal discussions, visits and shadowing opportunities are warmly welcomed.

Main duties of the job

• Hold responsibility for assessment, clinical reasoning, intervention planning and management of a specialist caseload.
• Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessment, advice and intervention across home, education and community settings.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, educational settings and partner agencies using strengths-based, goal-focused and evidence-based approaches.
• Support schools through consultation, coaching, modelling of strategies, training and capacity-building activities.
• Deliver and evaluate targeted interventions using evidence-based practice and routine outcome measures.
• Provide specialist advice regarding equipment, environmental adaptations and statutory occupational therapy responsibilities where appropriate.
• Work autonomously whilst managing clinical risk and complexity.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and the ongoing development of the Experts at Hand model.
• Provide supervision, mentoring and support to Band 4 and Band 5 staff, assistants and students.
• Support multidisciplinary working, workforce development and positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Work flexibly across localities and service areas to support service need and demand.

About us

Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) comprises an Alliance of NHS organisations working together to improve health outcomes for children and young people in Devon.

CFHD provides integrated care and treatment for children and young people across physical and mental health which are provided by Torbay and South Devon Foundation Trust and Devon Partnership Trust. We are working closely with other organisations and providers to ensure we deliver locality and county-wide based integrated access to all of our services.

CFHD works closely with our local universities of Plymouth, Exeter & the Peninsula Medical School where we support students in clinical training placements and in addition support our own staff to undertake post graduate training.

Our integrated care and treatment has been developed and refined in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers.

Our children and young people say

We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.

Job summary

Exciting Senior Children's Occupational Therapy Opportunities in Devon!

Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) are seeking experienced and motivated Senior Occupational Therapists to join the innovative Experts at Hand programme.

• Exeter & East Devon: 1.0 WTE and 0.5 WTE

These posts sit within CFHD's Physical and Sensory Pathway, a well-established multidisciplinary service bringing together Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech and Language Therapy to improve outcomes for children and young people across Devon.

Successful applicants will help shape and deliver an innovative model of care through consultation, coaching, training and targeted intervention, supporting children, families, schools and professionals whilst remaining connected to established children's therapy services.

We welcome applications from Occupational Therapists with paediatric experience and those bringing transferable skills from community, acute, rehabilitation, mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental or other specialist settings.

You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team with access to supervision, peer support, professional leadership and excellent development opportunities. The role offers opportunities for specialist practice, service development, leadership experience, workforce development and career progression. Informal discussions, visits and shadowing opportunities are warmly welcomed.

Main duties of the job

• Hold responsibility for assessment, clinical reasoning, intervention planning and management of a specialist caseload.
• Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessment, advice and intervention across home, education and community settings.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, educational settings and partner agencies using strengths-based, goal-focused and evidence-based approaches.
• Support schools through consultation, coaching, modelling of strategies, training and capacity-building activities.
• Deliver and evaluate targeted interventions using evidence-based practice and routine outcome measures.
• Provide specialist advice regarding equipment, environmental adaptations and statutory occupational therapy responsibilities where appropriate.
• Work autonomously whilst managing clinical risk and complexity.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and the ongoing development of the Experts at Hand model.
• Provide supervision, mentoring and support to Band 4 and Band 5 staff, assistants and students.
• Support multidisciplinary working, workforce development and positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Work flexibly across localities and service areas to support service need and demand.

About us

Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) comprises an Alliance of NHS organisations working together to improve health outcomes for children and young people in Devon.

CFHD provides integrated care and treatment for children and young people across physical and mental health which are provided by Torbay and South Devon Foundation Trust and Devon Partnership Trust. We are working closely with other organisations and providers to ensure we deliver locality and county-wide based integrated access to all of our services.

CFHD works closely with our local universities of Plymouth, Exeter & the Peninsula Medical School where we support students in clinical training placements and in addition support our own staff to undertake post graduate training.

Our integrated care and treatment has been developed and refined in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers.

Our children and young people say

We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.

Job summary

If you are looking for work that suits your lifestyle and needs, becoming a Mental Health Support Worker, for the bank at University Hospital Southampton could be right for you. NHS Professionals are currently recruiting for Mental Health Care Assistants at Southampton General Hospital.

As a bank worker you can work flexibly to support the team with patients with Mental Health difficulties.

Pay Rates are as follows:

Monday-Friday - £12.51 per hour

Saturday - £17.64 per hour

Sunday - £22.90 per hour

The demand is for DAYS so please only apply if you can work DAY SHIFTS

Main duties of the job

Supporting patients with mental and emotional issues under the supervision of psychiatrists and other mental health professionals.

Assisting patients in performing their daily activities, monitoring their progress, and observing their personal and social behaviours.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

NHS Professionals (NHSP), owned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), works in partnership with hospital trusts to provide a bank of highly skilled temporary workers who want to work flexibly within the NHS.

Working through the NHSP bank means Trusts dont have to rely on expensive agencies. Right now, we have over 130,000 members registered on our bank from various roles, grades, and specialities, saving the NHS over £70 million each year. This money is then reinvested back into the NHS.

Job summary

If you are innovative and would love the exciting challenge of joining an up and coming patient focused service within a Primary Care Network in Rushcliffe, then this could be the job for you.

If you are self-motivated, enthusiastic and a committed person whose passion is to support and empower individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing, we are looking to recruit a Social Prescribing Link worker to work within the Rushcliffe PCN.

Main duties of the job

Social Prescribing aims to address non-medical issues that may be causing or exacerbating long term health problems such as mental health, social isolation or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing. The role is to adopt an holistic non-medical approach, co-designing a social prescription to improve health and wellbeing based on what matters to the individual and their individual strengths and needs and integrating services around the person. The aim in the longer term is to reduce the number of clinical and medical interventions required, to promote independence and resilience and improve wellbeing.

The social prescribing link worker role involves;

Promoting prevention & lifestyle changes

Engaging patients and connecting them with the wide range of groups and services

Working with the wider health, social care and voluntary network

Encouraging a holistic approach for patients with chronic diseases

About us

Ideally you will have worked in a similar role, but this role would also be suited to someone with good local knowledge, appropriate experience and enthusiasm. If you are proactive, enthusiastic, person-centered and hold a clean driving license with unlimited access to a car then we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Morgan Sharpe on 07309850937

Previous applicants need not apply.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,042.66 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0045-26-0098

Job locations

Rivermead

Cotgrave

Nottingham

NG12 3UQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Social Prescribing Link Worker

Job Purpose: Empower individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing by providing personalised, non-medical support. Focus on the individuals needs, supporting them to overcome challenges that impact their health, while also making connections to community resources where relevant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Personalised Support:

• Provide one-to-one support, focusing on what matters to the individual.
• Develop trusting relationships through active listening, respect, and empathy.
• Work with individuals to create a personalised support plan that addresses their health and wellbeing goals.
• Connect individuals to a wide range of community groups, activities, peer support networks, and statutory or voluntary services.
• Identify and address wider factors affecting health (e.g., housing, debt, social isolation). Support individuals in overcoming barriers such as low confidence, social isolation, long-term conditions, or challenging life circumstances.
• Support individuals in maintaining or regaining independence through skills development and access to relevant services.
• Work with individuals over several contacts (in-person, by phone, or digitally) to encourage engagement, build confidence, and enable self-management.
• Utilise active listening and motivational interviewing to co-produce personalised wellbeing plans based on individual strengths, needs, and goals.

• Referrals and Networking:

• Prioritise referrals from GP practices and primary care.
• Work collaboratively with GP practices, care coordinators, community organisations, and wider health and care teams.
• Build strong relationships with local stakeholders (health professionals, community groups).
• Where appropriate, introduce individuals to community groups, ensuring their comfort and inclusion.
• Provide referral partners with clear information about social prescribing and maintain regular communication.

• Case Management:

• Manage and prioritise a caseload based on individual needs, with awareness of when to refer to other professionals.
• Use a case management system to track individual progress and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure data protection compliance.

• Community Engagement:

• Ensure a welcoming, inclusive space for drop-in support and wellbeing activities during community sessions.
• Align community activities and wider community group engagement with local social prescribing priorities, supporting improved access, stronger connections, and community resilience across the network.
• Collaborate with VCSE organisations and community groups to support referrals, while ensuring they have basic safeguarding and governance measures.
• Strengthen local networks, providing advice and support to groups receiving referrals.
• Identify and map local groups and activities to support the local community. Where there are gaps, explore opportunities to develop new community projects.

• Safeguarding and Governance:

• Recognise and act on safeguarding concerns in line with organisational policies.
• Support individuals, families, and carers in providing feedback and sharing their stories.
• Ensure community groups receiving referrals meet basic safety and safeguarding standards.

Person Specification:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust.
• Experience in a health, social care, or community role.
• Understanding of the wider determinants of health and the role of social prescribing.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise, and manage a caseload.
• Awareness of safeguarding procedures and risk management.

Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: Social Prescribing Link WorkerJob Purpose: Empower individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing by providing personalised, non-medical support. Focus on the individuals needs, supporting them to overcome challenges that impact their health, while also making connections to community resources where relevant.Key Responsibilities: Personalised Support: Provide one-to-one support, focusing on what matters to the individual. Develop trusting relationships through active listening, respect, and empathy. Work with individuals to create a personalised support plan that addresses their health and wellbeing goals. Connect individuals to a wide range of community groups, activities, peer support networks, and statutory or voluntary services. Identify and address wider factors affecting health (e.g., housing, debt, social isolation). Support individuals in overcoming barriers such as low confidence, social isolation, long-term conditions, or challenging life circumstances. Support individuals in maintaining or regaining independence through skills development and access to relevant services. Work with individuals over several contacts (in-person, by phone, or digitally) to encourage engagement, build confidence, and enable self-management. Utilise active listening and motivational interviewing to co-produce personalised wellbeing plans based on individual strengths, needs, and goals. Referrals and Networking: Prioritise referrals from GP practices and primary care. Work collaboratively with GP practices, care coordinators, community organisations, and wider health and care teams. Build strong relationships with local stakeholders (health professionals, community groups). Where appropriate, introduce individuals to community groups, ensuring their comfort and inclusion. Provide referral partners with clear information about social prescribing and maintain regular communication. Case Management: Manage and prioritise a caseload based on individual needs, with awareness of when to refer to other professionals. Use a case management system to track individual progress and outcomes. Maintain accurate records and ensure data protection compliance. Community Engagement: Ensure a welcoming, inclusive space for drop-in support and wellbeing activities during community sessions. Align community activities and wider community group engagement with local social prescribing priorities, supporting improved access, stronger connections, and community resilience across the network. Collaborate with VCSE organisations and community groups to support referrals, while ensuring they have basic safeguarding and governance measures. Strengthen local networks, providing advice and support to groups receiving referrals. Identify and map local groups and activities to support the local community. Where there are gaps, explore opportunities to develop new community projects. Safeguarding and Governance: Recognise and act on safeguarding concerns in line with organisational policies. Support individuals, families, and carers in providing feedback and sharing their stories. Ensure community groups receiving referrals meet basic safety and safeguarding standards. Person Specification: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust. Experience in a health, social care, or community role. Understanding of the wider determinants of health and the role of social prescribing. Ability to work independently, prioritise, and manage a caseload. Awareness of safeguarding procedures and risk management.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions. Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands. Current full driving licence and sole use of car. Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrated experience providing one-to-one support to individuals, families, and carersideally within or alongside a primary care or community health setting.
• Experience working collaboratively with GP practices, healthcare professionals, and the wider voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships across a range of services and systems, including health, social care, and community support networks.
• Practical experience in community development, health promotion, or supporting people with complex health and social needspaid, voluntary, or informal.

Desirable

• Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity.
• Confident in using clinical or case management systems such as SystmOne, EMIS, or similar platforms to maintain records and support information sharing.

Personal Qualities & Training

Essential

• Skills and Attributes:
• Excellent listening and communication skills, with the ability to provide empathetic, person-centred support in a non-judgemental and inclusive manner.
• Able to build trust and motivate individuals to make positive changes, recognising and respecting diversity and different lifestyles.
• Committed to reducing health inequalities and reaching underserved communities through proactive engagement.
• Skilled in working with people from all backgrounds, including families, carers, community groups, and professional partners.
• Confident in identifying and managing risk, and knowing when to refer individuals to clinical or specialist support beyond the scope of the link worker role.
• Able to work from an asset-based approach, helping people and communities build on their strengths.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and complete tasks independently and under pressure.
• Emotionally resilient, self-motivated, and accountable in managing workload and relationships.
• Collaborative in nature, with a commitment to partnership working across sectors, reducing hierarchies, and co-producing community solutions.
• Understanding of the needs of small, volunteer-led groups and how to support their growth and sustainability.
• Knowledge of and ability to work within safeguarding, confidentiality, lone working, information governance, and health & safety policies.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable criteria
• Experience of working with over 65s.
• Experience of working with young adults 18- 30 year olds

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards this level.
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development.

Desirable

• Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities. Knowledge of community development approaches. Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports. Knowledge of motivational coaching and interview skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality. Awareness of GDPR. Awareness of Safeguarding Children & Adults. Knowledge of the personalised care approach.

Person Specification Other Essential Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions. Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands. Current full driving licence and sole use of car. Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes. Experience Essential Demonstrated experience providing one-to-one support to individuals, families, and carersideally within or alongside a primary care or community health setting. Experience working collaboratively with GP practices, healthcare professionals, and the wider voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector. Proven ability to build effective relationships across a range of services and systems, including health, social care, and community support networks. Practical experience in community development, health promotion, or supporting people with complex health and social needspaid, voluntary, or informal. Desirable Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity. Confident in using clinical or case management systems such as SystmOne, EMIS, or similar platforms to maintain records and support information sharing. Personal Qualities & Training Essential Skills and Attributes: Excellent listening and communication skills, with the ability to provide empathetic, person-centred support in a non-judgemental and inclusive manner. Able to build trust and motivate individuals to make positive changes, recognising and respecting diversity and different lifestyles. Committed to reducing health inequalities and reaching underserved communities through proactive engagement. Skilled in working with people from all backgrounds, including families, carers, community groups, and professional partners. Confident in identifying and managing risk, and knowing when to refer individuals to clinical or specialist support beyond the scope of the link worker role. Able to work from an asset-based approach, helping people and communities build on their strengths. Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and complete tasks independently and under pressure. Emotionally resilient, self-motivated, and accountable in managing workload and relationships. Collaborative in nature, with a commitment to partnership working across sectors, reducing hierarchies, and co-producing community solutions. Understanding of the needs of small, volunteer-led groups and how to support their growth and sustainability. Knowledge of and ability to work within safeguarding, confidentiality, lone working, information governance, and health & safety policies. Flexible, enthusiastic, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Desirable criteria Experience of working with over 65s. Experience of working with young adults 18- 30 year olds Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3, Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards this level. Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Desirable Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience. Skills & Knowledge Essential Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities. Knowledge of community development approaches. Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports. Knowledge of motivational coaching and interview skills. Desirable Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality. Awareness of GDPR. Awareness of Safeguarding Children & Adults. Knowledge of the personalised care approach.

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

PartnersHealth

Address

Rivermead

Cotgrave

Nottingham

NG12 3UQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.partnershealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

PartnersHealth

Address

Rivermead

Cotgrave

Nottingham

NG12 3UQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.partnershealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our award-winning Allied Health Professional (AHP) Service as a Senior Occupational Therapist, supporting Adult Mental Health Services across Portsmouth.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across community mental health services and the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHT), delivering specialist occupational therapy interventions to adults experiencing significant mental health difficulties. You will play a key role in promoting recovery, independence, and meaningful participation in daily life through evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention.

As part of a friendly, supportive, and highly regarded Occupational Therapy-led service, you will work alongside experienced Occupational Therapists and multidisciplinary colleagues who are passionate about delivering person-centred, recovery-focused care.

The Occupational Therapy service forms part of our award-winning AHP Service, providing specialist mental health occupational therapy across Portsmouth. The team delivers a range of interventions, including individual therapeutic work, group programmes, and the evidence-based and award-winning Occupation Matters Programme.

Our service is recognised for its innovative approach to enabling people to engage in meaningful occupations, improve wellbeing, and develop the skills needed to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Main duties of the job

As the Occupational Therapy lead within the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team, you will act as the primary point of contact for occupational therapy expertise and referrals.

Your responsibilities will include:

*Attending and contributing to weekly multidisciplinary team meetings, providing specialist occupational perspectives for individuals with complex presentations where traditional medical or psychological interventions have been less effective.

*Completing comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and developing person-centred intervention plans.

*Managing a caseload of individuals requiring specialist occupational therapy intervention during periods of crisis and recovery.

*Delivering urgent occupational therapy assessments to support safe and effective home treatment.

*Supporting individuals to develop meaningful routines, improve occupational engagement, and reduce social isolation.

*Assessing functional abilities and independent living skills within home environments.

At present, the Trust is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

About us

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

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

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

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

Job summary

*Subject to job matching*

East Cheshire NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for qualified Pharmacy Technicians to join our innovative and patient-focused hospital pharmacy team. We welcome applications from both newly qualified Pharmacy Technicians looking to develop their hospital pharmacy career and experienced Pharmacy Technicians who already meet the requirements for appointment at Band 5 level.

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and who wish to expand their clinical and technical skills within a supportive and progressive pharmacy department.

This is a developmental Band 4 to Band 5 progression post. Candidates appointed at Band 4 will undertake a comprehensive training and competency programme designed to provide the knowledge, skills and experience required to progress to Band 5. The length of this development period will depend upon an individual's existing qualifications, experience and competency level. We offer excellent in-house training, educational support and development opportunities to help staff achieve their full potential.

Applicants who already possess the required qualifications, competencies and experience for the Band 5 role are encouraged to apply and may be appointed directly at Band 5 following assessment at interview.

Full and part-time hours available.Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

You must be a qualified Pharmacy Technician with a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (or recognised equivalent) and hold current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). An Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification (or equivalent) is desirable. Qualifications and experience will be assessed on appointment, with additional training provided where required to achieve the necessary competencies.Your duties will include dispensary services, patient counselling, accuracy checking and ward based medicines optimisation. This will include the safe and effective provision of medication and working as part of a team coordinating the supply of discharge medications on the wards. You will also support the training and development of a range of staff including Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians and Trainee Pharmacists.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and effective provision of patient care. You must possess excellent communication and organisational skills in order to provide efficient and safe pharmacy services for patients.

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will:

• Rotate between dispensary and ward-based services.
• Be responsible for the supply of medication to patients.
• Complete Medicines reconciliation for our newly admitted patients.
• Provide medicines management support to wards.
• Provide counselling and advice on medications to patients.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires anEnhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year (subject to job matching)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-26-8242054

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack 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 Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

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.

We look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this roles eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack 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 Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust. 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. We look forward to receiving your application. We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this roles eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Successfully completed BTEC (Business & Technology Education Council) and NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Registered pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical council UK (GPhC)

Desirable

• Accuracy checking BTEC Level 4 qualification or equivalent.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work in busy and changing environments.
• IT skills

Desirable

• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the trust values & objectives.

Experience

Essential

• Pharmacy experience

Desirable

• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Post qualification experience as a registered technician.
• Accuracy checking experience.

Specific Job Requirment

Essential

• Able to work weekends, lates and bank holidays on a rota basis.

Desirable

• Ability to meet travel requirements

Further Information

Essential

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

Other Role Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Successfully completed BTEC (Business & Technology Education Council) and NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences Registered pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical council UK (GPhC) Desirable Accuracy checking BTEC Level 4 qualification or equivalent. Knowledge & Skills Essential Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Self-motivated Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to work in busy and changing environments. IT skills Desirable Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the trust values & objectives. Experience Essential Pharmacy experience Desirable Hospital pharmacy experience Post qualification experience as a registered technician. Accuracy checking experience. Specific Job Requirment Essential Able to work weekends, lates and bank holidays on a rota basis. Desirable Ability to meet travel requirements Further Information Essential Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is a great opportunity for a newly qualified or suitably experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join our dedicated Stroke and Neurology Team at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (DBTH). The post holder will work within a high performing MDT across and be based at Doncaster Royal Infirmary providing assessment and therapy for existing stroke and neurological inpatients.

The Therapy team on the HASU/ASU has already been recognised for delivering high quality care to patients. The post holder will be crucial in providing timely assessment and intensive rehabilitation during the acute recovery from stroke.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be offered the chance to gain experience in:

Acute Stroke Service at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

There may be the opportunity to also gain experience working in the Inpatient Rehabilitation stroke unit at Mexborough Montagu.

The successful post holder will be part of a positive and proactive integrated therapy team providing specialist assessments and rehabilitation for patients with acquired communication impairments and dysphagia. They will be supported to develop competencies is dysphagia management as required.

Depending on the experience, skills and competencies the successful applicant may contribute to the delivery of 7 day services on HASU. There is full senior support and a structured supervision process. A flexible and pro-active approach is essential for this post, as are excellent communication and team working skills.

This post would ideally suit someone who would like the opportunity to:

Gain experience in stroke and neurologyProvide assessment and intensive therapy to stroke patients with complex communication difficulties.Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary teams, sharing and contributing to team meetings and updating others of own workGain standardised competencies in dysphagia management and develop dysphagia skills in an acute and rehabilitation setting.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

272-8301074

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Certificate of sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Member of the Healthcare Professions Council
• Professional specific degree i.e. BSC speech sciences or Masters in medical sciences
• Certificate to practise

Desirable

• Post basic Dysphagia Training
• Training in neurological Conditions
• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within adult Stroke and acquired neurological communication disorders as a student or qualified Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group

Desirable

• Experience working with neurological dysphagia.

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships
• Strong commitment to personal development
• Able to work as a member of multidisciplinary and Speech and Language Therapy Teams
• Flexibility in approach to working
• Well motivated with a positive attitude to developing the service
• Strong commitment to personal development
• Demonstrate core values of Trust ' We care'
• Good organisational skills and excellent time management.
• Ability to work flexibly and prioritise under extreme acute inpatient pressures to ensure duty of care.
• Availably to work over a 6 day week Sunday to Friday.

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Member of the Healthcare Professions Council Professional specific degree i.e. BSC speech sciences or Masters in medical sciences Certificate to practise Desirable Post basic Dysphagia Training Training in neurological Conditions Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience of working within adult Stroke and acquired neurological communication disorders as a student or qualified Speech and Language Therapist. Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group Desirable Experience working with neurological dysphagia. Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop excellent working relationships Strong commitment to personal development Able to work as a member of multidisciplinary and Speech and Language Therapy Teams Flexibility in approach to working Well motivated with a positive attitude to developing the service Strong commitment to personal development Demonstrate core values of Trust ' We care' Good organisational skills and excellent time management. Ability to work flexibly and prioritise under extreme acute inpatient pressures to ensure duty of care. Availably to work over a 6 day week Sunday to Friday.

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As a Senior Carer at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, youll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

Main duties of the job

For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. Youll be a real influence on the rest of the care team. And, whether youre showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a residents family on the phone, youll do so with a sense of kindness above anything else.

About us

At HC-One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, it is our mission to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, as we strive to be the first-choice care provider for Families, our Colleagues and Commissioners in each of the communities that we serve.

Job summary

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in healthcare? Whether you're just beginning your journey or looking for a fresh challenge, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Why Join Us?

• Earn while you learn: Gain a nationally recognisedNVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
• No experience? No problem!We welcome applicants with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Be part of something bigger: Help deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate care to patients across our hospital sites.

What We're Looking For:

• Essential qualifications: GCSEs inMaths and English (Grade C/Level 4 or above)or equivalent (proof required).
• A positive attitude: Enthusiastic, reliable, and flexible team players.
• A commitment to care: Interest in pharmacy services and a desire to support patient wellbeing.

What You'll Do:

• Dispense and issue medicines, including controlled drugs and unlicensed products.
• Support ward stock top-ups and emergency orders.
• Handle deliveries, stock rotation, and automated dispensing systems.
• Work across multiple hospital sites as part of a dynamic and supportive team.

Where You'll Work:

Primarily based at theRoyal Liverpool Hospital, with rotation across other Trust sites. Travel flexibility is essential.

What You'll Get:

• Full training and development support.
• Inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Opportunities to grow within the NHS.
• Access to staff wellbeing services and flexible working arrangements.

Main duties of the job

Working within a busy department you will need good communication skills to work with your team and service users. You must be able to present yourself in a professional manner and work to our trust values.

Accuracy and attention to detail is essential as you will be involved in the supply of medicines. You will need to be able to prioritise and adapt to the needs of the service thought the day. To ensure as a member of the pharmacy department you deliver a cost effective and high quality service.

If you do not already have a Level 2 Pharmacy qualification, you will be needed to complete this training as required by the General Pharmaceutical Council.

You will be required to participate in weekend, late night and bank holiday rotas.

These posts will rotate between Royal hospital site and Grain Industrial Estate.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the required skill level.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

287-DTC-181-26

Job locations

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities/Duties

1. Dispense and issue medicines from the Pharmacy Department includingextemporaneously prepared products, controlled drugs, unlicensed medicines, in accordance with the policies, procedures and safe systems of work, which prevail in the department at the time.2. Order and supply pharmaceuticals as part of the ward stock top-up service.3. Load medicines received into the automated dispensing machine.4. Answer basic reception queries within area of competence and refer to senior assistant / other pharmacy staff member as required.5. Input data into the Pharmacy computer system to ensure that all appropriate records are made and kept up to date.6. Receive medicines into the Pharmacy Department and ensure that thedocumentation and computer entry is carried out in a timely and accurate manner.7. Investigate and resolve delivery discrepancies, liaising with invoicing staff, making appropriate records of all investigations and outcomes.8. Ensure that all pharmaceutical preparations are stored appropriately.9. Rotate stock at the point of good receipt.10. Deal with routine enquiries.11. Ensure that all unused medicines (if appropriate) returned to the pharmacy are recycled in accordance with the safe systems of work and always participate in the safe disposal of medicines in accordance with departmental procedures.12. Manually handle IV fluids, bulk feed deliveries and manoeuvre cages and tote boxes for delivery toward/departments, outside clinics13. Deliver medicines to ward and departments as required.14. Deal with frequent interruptions e.g., telephone enquires from internal and external customers.15. Fix the robot when basic errors occur.16. Participate in daily stock count17. Issue medicines which are on To-Follows list.18. Participate in development and project work in line with the objectives of the Trust and Pharmacy Directorate19. Deal with ad hoc stock requests as they arise (by telephone or portal) from wards/departments and outside clinics. These may be urgent and will need to be prioritised appropriately.20. Supply emergency orders21. Together with other members of staff to ensure that procedures are carried out in accordance with current legislation and regulations in respect of the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and that other pertinent recommendations and standards are complied with.22. Participate and co-operate in weekend, Bank Holiday, Statutory Holiday, early morning, and evening services as per departmental arrangements. This may be subject to change to meet the needs of our patients.23. Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with this role as required.24. Work across site where required.25. The post holder will be expected to adapt to changes that may occur, which may affect the current practices within the Pharmacy Department, such as the introduction of new equipment, procedures, policies, and hours of working.

See Job Description attached for further information.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities/Duties 1. Dispense and issue medicines from the Pharmacy Department includingextemporaneously prepared products, controlled drugs, unlicensed medicines, in accordance with the policies, procedures and safe systems of work, which prevail in the department at the time.2. Order and supply pharmaceuticals as part of the ward stock top-up service.3. Load medicines received into the automated dispensing machine.4. Answer basic reception queries within area of competence and refer to senior assistant / other pharmacy staff member as required.5. Input data into the Pharmacy computer system to ensure that all appropriate records are made and kept up to date.6. Receive medicines into the Pharmacy Department and ensure that thedocumentation and computer entry is carried out in a timely and accurate manner.7. Investigate and resolve delivery discrepancies, liaising with invoicing staff, making appropriate records of all investigations and outcomes.8. Ensure that all pharmaceutical preparations are stored appropriately.9. Rotate stock at the point of good receipt.10. Deal with routine enquiries.11. Ensure that all unused medicines (if appropriate) returned to the pharmacy are recycled in accordance with the safe systems of work and always participate in the safe disposal of medicines in accordance with departmental procedures.12. Manually handle IV fluids, bulk feed deliveries and manoeuvre cages and tote boxes for delivery toward/departments, outside clinics13. Deliver medicines to ward and departments as required.14. Deal with frequent interruptions e.g., telephone enquires from internal and external customers.15. Fix the robot when basic errors occur.16. Participate in daily stock count17. Issue medicines which are on To-Follows list.18. Participate in development and project work in line with the objectives of the Trust and Pharmacy Directorate19. Deal with ad hoc stock requests as they arise (by telephone or portal) from wards/departments and outside clinics. These may be urgent and will need to be prioritised appropriately.20. Supply emergency orders21. Together with other members of staff to ensure that procedures are carried out in accordance with current legislation and regulations in respect of the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and that other pertinent recommendations and standards are complied with.22. Participate and co-operate in weekend, Bank Holiday, Statutory Holiday, early morning, and evening services as per departmental arrangements. This may be subject to change to meet the needs of our patients.23. Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with this role as required.24. Work across site where required.25. The post holder will be expected to adapt to changes that may occur, which may affect the current practices within the Pharmacy Department, such as the introduction of new equipment, procedures, policies, and hours of working. See Job Description attached for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent such as functional skills

Desirable

• Relevant NVQ 2

Experience

Desirable

• Experience working in Healthcare Environment
• Experience of stock rotation
• Experience of working in stores and distribution

Skills

Essential

• Good written communication skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to show initiative and work efficiently
• Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload

Desirable

• Standard keyboard/IT skills

Other

Essential

• Enthusiasm for the position
• Interest in pharmacy service provision
• Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service
• Proactive
• Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
• Willingness to learn
• Commitment to work
• Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas

Desirable

• Positive impact on morale

Knowledge

Essential

• Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent such as functional skills Desirable Relevant NVQ 2 Experience Desirable Experience working in Healthcare Environment Experience of stock rotation Experience of working in stores and distribution Skills Essential Good written communication skills Good verbal communication skills Ability to work in a busy environment Ability to work alone or as part of a team Methodical with attention to detail Ability to adapt to change Ability to show initiative and work efficiently Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload Desirable Standard keyboard/IT skills Other Essential Enthusiasm for the position Interest in pharmacy service provision Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service Proactive Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff Willingness to learn Commitment to work Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas Desirable Positive impact on morale Knowledge Essential Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

22.5 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to play a key role in the development, optimisation and maintenance of our Electronic Prescribing Systems and Pharmacy IT systems.

We are seeking a highly motivated, committed and dedicated individual who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The successful candidate will possess excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, together with strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.

As digital innovation continues to be a key priority across the NHS, this role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of enhancing electronic systems to improve patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

If you are passionate about technology, medicines optimisation and improving patient care through digital transformation, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Amanda Morris [email protected]

Lianne Riley [email protected]

Visa sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker visa route can only be considered if the prorated salary meets the minimum threshold of £25,000, as required by the UK Visas and Immigration. Therefore, sponsorship may not be possible depending on working hours.

This is correct at the time of posting, but subject to change in line with the guidance from the Home Office.

Main duties of the job

Working collaboratively across professional groups, the post holder will use their pharmacy technician expertise to support system improvements that enhance patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

The role will be responsible for:

Leading and supporting the ongoing development, maintenance and optimisation of Electronic Prescribing and Pharmacy IT systems.

Providing expert pharmacy technician advice to support the safe and effective use of electronic prescribing systems across the Trust.

Supporting the implementation of electronic systems and digital projects in line with Trust programme plans.

Managing and maintaining electronic formularies, working closely with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), local networks and governance groups to support evidence-based formulary decisions.

Analysing prescribing trends, medicines usage and complex prescribing data to inform service improvement, governance and decision-making.

Producing and presenting reports on medicines usage, system performance, activity and costs to a range of stakeholders.

Identifying opportunities to maximise the use of digital technology to improve efficiency, medicines optimisation and patient safety across pharmacy services.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-QA01522

Job locations

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS:

The postholder will:

Support the implementation, maintenance and future development of electronic prescribing systems, working closely with the Pharmacy EPMA team and Trust electronic prescribing project teams.

Be a superuser for electronic prescribing systems, developing routine housekeeping of the system to ensure optimal performance and contributing to the development of business continuity plans.

Support programme plan in areas where electronic systems are being implemented.

Ongoing formulary management, working with ICBs and local networks, understanding prescribing patterns and advising internal governance forums on proposed changes.

Analyse and interpret complex data from the EPMA system to produce reports and communicate this to the wider Trust.

Develop and implement Trust standard operating procedures for the EPMA system.

Liaise with medical, nursing, allied health professionals and support staff to ensure effective use of EPMA.

Assist in the communication of any changes in the prescribing and administration pathways to all affected stakeholders, namely consultants and their teams, nursing staff, pharmacy staff and other health professionals where appropriate.

To offer their knowledge and expertise as a pharmacy technician to support the optimisation and ongoing development of electronic prescribing systems.

1.1Care/service/function provision:

Provide support and timely advice to EPMA users across the organisation.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensuring that EPMA is used efficiently and safely.

Dispensing medication for patients including compliance aids and complex medication regimes.

Perform the final accuracy check of prescriptions

Provides complex information to patients/carers regarding medication including collating medication histories, discussing compliance/adherence issues and providing written information.

Provide clinical support to the pharmacy department where necessary including ward-based activities such as stock top up, supply of medicines, providing clinical advice to patient and/or other healthcare professionals, carrying out medicines assurance audits and completing medicines reconciliation for new admissions.

To undertake clinical audits involving the electronic prescribing systems

To gather feedback from end users to further optimise the system configuration and processes

1.2 Working as part of a Team:

Work alongside the EPMA and systems team in the development, implementation and maintenance of electronic prescribing systems.

Work closely with pharmacy colleagues to support the department to deliver person centred care whilst meeting the service standards and objectives.

Support the pharmacy department through providing accuracy checking cover and clinical support when necessary.

Participate in error reporting, identifying areas where EPMA could prevent reoccurrence.

Support the pharmacy department in attaining the Trusts sustainability agenda through use of digital systems to enable us to move to paper light.

Be a member of the EPMA project board, adhering to robust clinical and operational governance structures and processes around the EPMA system(s).

Support the weekend and bank holiday rota.

1.3 Managing Self:

To work independently and with a level of autonomy on allocated workstreams

Apply clinical knowledge and understanding to help support ongoing use of electronic systems.

Participate in clinical supervision, staying up to date with changes in practice and GPHC standards.

1.4 Management Supervision and Support:

Oversee day-to-day activity when working within pharmacy services

Provide leadership and support and act as a role model to other staff.

Support the training and development of others.

Deliver specific EPMA training to different cohorts of staff, occasionally presenting to large groups.

Support in the recruitment of other pharmacy team members

Deliver first line management responsibilities such as appraisal, performance management and sickness management.

1.5Financial Responsibility:

Ongoing formulary management of EPS system, identifying areas where formulary switches can be made that are cost effective and clinically appropriate for patient group.

• Preparation of reports for costing and usage.

Inputting and interpreting prescribing data and proposing recommendations to internal governance forums on proposed changes.

Approval of e-expenses for direct reports

1.6 Trust Values:

The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:

• We put the person first and in the centre
• We know that families and carers matter
• We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
• We improve and aim to be outstanding
• We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow

1.7. Safeguarding:

Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.

Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.

1.8 Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:

All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:

ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;

maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;

understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;

comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;

receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;

understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;

recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;

ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;

comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);

demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;

abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;

work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.

adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;

being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;

Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;

In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Job description Job responsibilities KEY RESULT AREAS: The postholder will: Support the implementation, maintenance and future development of electronic prescribing systems, working closely with the Pharmacy EPMA team and Trust electronic prescribing project teams. Be a superuser for electronic prescribing systems, developing routine housekeeping of the system to ensure optimal performance and contributing to the development of business continuity plans. Support programme plan in areas where electronic systems are being implemented. Ongoing formulary management, working with ICBs and local networks, understanding prescribing patterns and advising internal governance forums on proposed changes. Analyse and interpret complex data from the EPMA system to produce reports and communicate this to the wider Trust. Develop and implement Trust standard operating procedures for the EPMA system. Liaise with medical, nursing, allied health professionals and support staff to ensure effective use of EPMA. Assist in the communication of any changes in the prescribing and administration pathways to all affected stakeholders, namely consultants and their teams, nursing staff, pharmacy staff and other health professionals where appropriate. To offer their knowledge and expertise as a pharmacy technician to support the optimisation and ongoing development of electronic prescribing systems. 1.1Care/service/function provision: Provide support and timely advice to EPMA users across the organisation. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensuring that EPMA is used efficiently and safely. Dispensing medication for patients including compliance aids and complex medication regimes. Perform the final accuracy check of prescriptions Provides complex information to patients/carers regarding medication including collating medication histories, discussing compliance/adherence issues and providing written information. Provide clinical support to the pharmacy department where necessary including ward-based activities such as stock top up, supply of medicines, providing clinical advice to patient and/or other healthcare professionals, carrying out medicines assurance audits and completing medicines reconciliation for new admissions. To undertake clinical audits involving the electronic prescribing systems To gather feedback from end users to further optimise the system configuration and processes1.2 Working as part of a Team: Work alongside the EPMA and systems team in the development, implementation and maintenance of electronic prescribing systems. Work closely with pharmacy colleagues to support the department to deliver person centred care whilst meeting the service standards and objectives. Support the pharmacy department through providing accuracy checking cover and clinical support when necessary. Participate in error reporting, identifying areas where EPMA could prevent reoccurrence. Support the pharmacy department in attaining the Trusts sustainability agenda through use of digital systems to enable us to move to paper light. Be a member of the EPMA project board, adhering to robust clinical and operational governance structures and processes around the EPMA system(s). Support the weekend and bank holiday rota.1.3 Managing Self: To work independently and with a level of autonomy on allocated workstreams Apply clinical knowledge and understanding to help support ongoing use of electronic systems. Participate in clinical supervision, staying up to date with changes in practice and GPHC standards.1.4 Management Supervision and Support: Oversee day-to-day activity when working within pharmacy services Provide leadership and support and act as a role model to other staff. Support the training and development of others. Deliver specific EPMA training to different cohorts of staff, occasionally presenting to large groups. Support in the recruitment of other pharmacy team members Deliver first line management responsibilities such as appraisal, performance management and sickness management.1.5Financial Responsibility: Ongoing formulary management of EPS system, identifying areas where formulary switches can be made that are cost effective and clinically appropriate for patient group. Preparation of reports for costing and usage. Inputting and interpreting prescribing data and proposing recommendations to internal governance forums on proposed changes. Approval of e-expenses for direct reports1.6 Trust Values:The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre We know that families and carers matter We are respectful, honest, open and transparent We improve and aim to be outstanding We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow 1.7. Safeguarding: Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.1.8 Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns; maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct; understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy; comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually; receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed; understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy; recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity; ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training; comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision); demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement; abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached; work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds; being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact; Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Accredited Checking Pharmacy technician.
• Additional degree level, specialist knowledge and/or training demonstrated through in house approved frameworks and national training in:
• Pharmacy medicines management systems through medicines optimisation frameworks (in house or NHS England school of medicines optimisation).
• Health and safety including knowledge of medicines storage and medicines handling i.e. COSSH.
• Mental Health including monitoring requirements and knowledge of specialist mental health drugs such as clozapine/lithium.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Desirable

• NVQ Assessor/Facilitator status
• NVQ Internal verifier status.
• Wakefield Post Graduate Certificate of psychiatric therapies.
• Recent IT qualification/ training.
• CMHP Psych 1/Psych 2 certificate.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable and substantial post registration experience of working in a hospital pharmacy environment.
• Experience of managing staff and recruitment processes.
• Experience in the use of IT packages available for pharmacy & patient information systems.
• Experience of working with electronic prescribing systems.
• Experience in conducting audits and interpreting data/producing action plans.
• Understanding of the Patient monitoring requirements and pharmacy role for the supply of Clozapine.
• Experience of writing and reviewing SOPs both for dispensary processes and safe medicines management on ward areas.
• Experience/Knowledge of cost-effective prescribing.

Desirable

• Experience of working with Service level agreements across organizations
• Experience of electronic incident reporting systems such as Datix
• Previous experience of delivering training.
• Experienced in the supply of Clozapine.
• Experience of presenting to other disciplines on pharmacy-based subjects.
• Experience of working in a mental health setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with GPhC as practicing pharmacy technician, holding appropriate qualification.
• NVQ/BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical science or equivalent.
• Leadership and Management qualification i.e. ILM level 3, Mary Seacole etc.
• Post graduate clinical diploma in clinical pharmacy services NVQ level 4 (or equivalent).
• OR to undertake within first year.
• OR
• IM&T qualification at equivalent level.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Recent experience of dispensing and checking prescriptions within a hospital disensary.
• Ability to produce both written and data reports.
• Experience of incident reporting system and associated reporting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Ability to manage information systems.
• Ability to manage difficult and hostile or emotive situations calmly & effectively.
• Team player.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Excellent IT skills.

Desirable

• Up to date knowledge of psychotropic medications.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Empathy with mental illness and understanding of mental health issues, illnesses and treatment.
• Able to use initiative.
• Team player with effective leadership skills.
• Ability to cope with emotional distressing situations.
• Excellent organisational ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Aptitude to learn new skills.
• Experience of managing change and supporting others through the process.
• Ability to work in a secure forensic setting.
• Ability to maintain concentration despite interruptions in a busy environment.
• Commitment to CPD.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working systems within a medium or high secure healthcare environment.

Person Specification Training Essential Accredited Checking Pharmacy technician. Additional degree level, specialist knowledge and/or training demonstrated through in house approved frameworks and national training in: Pharmacy medicines management systems through medicines optimisation frameworks (in house or NHS England school of medicines optimisation). Health and safety including knowledge of medicines storage and medicines handling i.e. COSSH. Mental Health including monitoring requirements and knowledge of specialist mental health drugs such as clozapine/lithium. Willingness to undertake further training. Desirable NVQ Assessor/Facilitator status NVQ Internal verifier status. Wakefield Post Graduate Certificate of psychiatric therapies. Recent IT qualification/ training. CMHP Psych 1/Psych 2 certificate. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Experience Essential Demonstrable and substantial post registration experience of working in a hospital pharmacy environment. Experience of managing staff and recruitment processes. Experience in the use of IT packages available for pharmacy & patient information systems. Experience of working with electronic prescribing systems. Experience in conducting audits and interpreting data/producing action plans. Understanding of the Patient monitoring requirements and pharmacy role for the supply of Clozapine. Experience of writing and reviewing SOPs both for dispensary processes and safe medicines management on ward areas. Experience/Knowledge of cost-effective prescribing. Desirable Experience of working with Service level agreements across organizations Experience of electronic incident reporting systems such as Datix Previous experience of delivering training. Experienced in the supply of Clozapine. Experience of presenting to other disciplines on pharmacy-based subjects. Experience of working in a mental health setting. Qualifications Essential Registered with GPhC as practicing pharmacy technician, holding appropriate qualification. NVQ/BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical science or equivalent. Leadership and Management qualification i.e. ILM level 3, Mary Seacole etc. Post graduate clinical diploma in clinical pharmacy services NVQ level 4 (or equivalent). OR to undertake within first year. OR IM&T qualification at equivalent level. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Recent experience of dispensing and checking prescriptions within a hospital disensary. Ability to produce both written and data reports. Experience of incident reporting system and associated reporting. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage priorities and deliver to deadlines. Ability to manage information systems. Ability to manage difficult and hostile or emotive situations calmly & effectively. Team player. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Excellent IT skills. Desirable Up to date knowledge of psychotropic medications. Personal Attributes Essential Empathy with mental illness and understanding of mental health issues, illnesses and treatment. Able to use initiative. Team player with effective leadership skills. Ability to cope with emotional distressing situations. Excellent organisational ability. Attention to detail. Aptitude to learn new skills. Experience of managing change and supporting others through the process. Ability to work in a secure forensic setting. Ability to maintain concentration despite interruptions in a busy environment. Commitment to CPD. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role. Desirable Previous experience of working systems within a medium or high secure healthcare environment.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a dedicated, skilled Band 6 Radiographer to work within our team at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Aintree University Hospital and the North Liverpool Community sites (St Chads, Litherland town hall and Kenilworth Road).

The successful candidate willwork independently producing radiographic images of the highest diagnostic quality with the minimum radiation dose to patients and staff whilst maintaining excellent standards to patient care.

You will be capable of supervising and supporting a team of radiographers, imaging assistants, student radiographers, assistant practitioners and radiographer apprentices offering advice and supervision to less experienced staff.

Participation in the community shift rota is essential.

Main duties of the job

General first line supervision of radiographic work within the Radiology Department.

Tuition of the Radiographic students in Radiographic imaging and Interpretation.

Supervision and coordination of the clinical team, performing imaging examinations at a consistently high technical and professional standard.

Support the Band 7 Lead Radiographers for taking responsibility for the day to day activity within the x-ray department.

Assist with & support development of Band 5 Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners ensuring compliance with department protocols and procedures.

Ensuring QA, preventative maintenance and breakdown is completed and records are maintained.

Involvement in Audit, Research and Presentations.

Maintain correct patient records and statutory radiation records.

Ensure that the code of Practice for Radiation Safety, as drawn up in the Local Rules, is observed at all times, and report any breaches or problems concerning these rules to the Senior RPS / RPA.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

287-DTC-207-26

Job locations

Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain a high standard of work and to strive for continual improvements in radiographic standards and patient care

Undertake complex decisions by assessing patient records and referral information to inform clinical practice by selecting the correct imaging intervention from a range of possibilities to facilitate optimisation.Effectively communicate with other trust staff including support staff; professional colleagues; managers and consultant staff to ensure the appropriateness of imaging procedures in relation to the patients conditionTo provide specialist advice to junior staff /colleagues and act as a role model and to play an active role in maintaining and improving staff morale across all staff groupsDeputise for the Principal Radiographer when required.

Effectively and fairly allocate tasks to members of the team in order to successfully manage the workload of the area in which they are working.To explain procedures to patients in order to facilitate their full understanding and cooperation throughout the examination.To develop a good working knowledge of the functionality of all appropriate equipment within the department and ensure that competency frameworks are completed for all imaging equipment and reviewed annually

To follow the statutory Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulation (IR(ME)R) procedures, and undertake the duties of an IR(ME)R Operator. These duties ensure that practical tasks that may influence patient radiation dose or image quality are carried out correctly according to the documented procedures

To ensure that imaging requests are clear and appropriate as dictated by the Royal College of Radiologists guidelines and take appropriate action if they fail to meet the guidelines and provide guidance for more junior staff as required.

To use computerised and manual methods of documentation to provide accurate imaging patient records and ensuring the requirements of the Data Protection Act are complied with when handling patient information

To counsel and mentor staff to promote welfare and knowledge of roles

To provide indirect supervision for band 5 radiographers and direct supervision for assistant practitioners and to assist in their personal development.

To provide supervision and training of student radiographers, assistant practitioners and imaging assistants when required, including undertaking student assessments as required.

To regularly access personal Trust email account as this is a common mechanism of communication across the Trust.

To log a datix incident form when things go wrong or if there is a near miss event. Provide witness statements to support incident investigation.

Ensure that any faults in equipment, fixtures, fitting or fabric are recorded and notified to the appropriate persons.Please see job description and personal specification for further details .

Job description Job responsibilities To maintain a high standard of work and to strive for continual improvements in radiographic standards and patient care Undertake complex decisions by assessing patient records and referral information to inform clinical practice by selecting the correct imaging intervention from a range of possibilities to facilitate optimisation.Effectively communicate with other trust staff including support staff; professional colleagues; managers and consultant staff to ensure the appropriateness of imaging procedures in relation to the patients conditionTo provide specialist advice to junior staff /colleagues and act as a role model and to play an active role in maintaining and improving staff morale across all staff groupsDeputise for the Principal Radiographer when required. Effectively and fairly allocate tasks to members of the team in order to successfully manage the workload of the area in which they are working.To explain procedures to patients in order to facilitate their full understanding and cooperation throughout the examination.To develop a good working knowledge of the functionality of all appropriate equipment within the department and ensure that competency frameworks are completed for all imaging equipment and reviewed annually To follow the statutory Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulation (IR(ME)R) procedures, and undertake the duties of an IR(ME)R Operator. These duties ensure that practical tasks that may influence patient radiation dose or image quality are carried out correctly according to the documented procedures To ensure that imaging requests are clear and appropriate as dictated by the Royal College of Radiologists guidelines and take appropriate action if they fail to meet the guidelines and provide guidance for more junior staff as required. To use computerised and manual methods of documentation to provide accurate imaging patient records and ensuring the requirements of the Data Protection Act are complied with when handling patient information To counsel and mentor staff to promote welfare and knowledge of roles To provide indirect supervision for band 5 radiographers and direct supervision for assistant practitioners and to assist in their personal development. To provide supervision and training of student radiographers, assistant practitioners and imaging assistants when required, including undertaking student assessments as required. To regularly access personal Trust email account as this is a common mechanism of communication across the Trust. To log a datix incident form when things go wrong or if there is a near miss event. Provide witness statements to support incident investigation. Ensure that any faults in equipment, fixtures, fitting or fabric are recorded and notified to the appropriate persons.Please see job description and personal specification for further details .

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or Degree in Radiography
• HCPC registration

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Radiology Information system
• Understanding of Picture Archive Computerised System

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post-graduation experience an element of which in an acute hospital
• Staff supervision
• Participated in emergency single handed out of hours duties

Skills

Essential

• Communication and interpersonal
• Ability to interact within a multidisciplinary team
• Organisational skills
• Schedule own workload and run an x-ray room
• Participated in red dot scheme to identify small abnormalities in static images, advise medical staff appropriately

Other

Essential

• Satisfactory CPD portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal development

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or Degree in Radiography HCPC registration Knowledge Essential Understanding of Radiology Information system Understanding of Picture Archive Computerised System Experience Essential Demonstrable post-graduation experience an element of which in an acute hospital Staff supervision Participated in emergency single handed out of hours duties Skills Essential Communication and interpersonal Ability to interact within a multidisciplinary team Organisational skills Schedule own workload and run an x-ray room Participated in red dot scheme to identify small abnormalities in static images, advise medical staff appropriately Other Essential Satisfactory CPD portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal development

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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