Job description

Job responsibilities

"NHS Staff Survey 2024" They feel supported in their employers making reasonable adjustments to help them carry out their work, rating an 82.9%

• Be responsible for setting up and preparing packs for positive assessment clinics on both the Bowel Cancer Screening System (BCSS) and local systems (eCARE/ CareFlow).
• Schedule assessment clinics across all sites. Respond to fluctuations in demand.
• Prepare packs for Endoscopy booking patients and providing the details to Endoscopy in a timely manner. Physically taking and/ or scanning the packs to the unit.
• Play a key role in co-ordinating patient appointments (including on the BCSS), ensuring referral pathways are adhered to.
• To update and maintain patient notes.
• Ensure datasets are complete and patients are followed up in a timely manner, flagging up any queries/ concerns with relevant staff members.
• Check the BCSS regularly through the day for new appointments to action and batch letters /patient questionnaires to be printed and posted.
• Be responsible for BCSP surveillance/ further procedures, liaising and booking appointments with patients across the county.
• Ensure the completion of patient pathways by arranging further procedures/ follow ups, as required, following patients through to discharge.
• To organise, co-ordinate, attend and minute all BCSP meetings- both internal and external.
• To provide secretarial support to the BCSP team, word processing, filling, photocopying and composing letters/ documents.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Minimum of 2 GCSE (or equivalent) at pass level including English and Maths.
• Foundation degree or equivalent experience
• Comprehensive keyboard and computer skills.
• Excellent excel, word and Power Point skills.
• Knowledge of hospital databases (CareFlow/eCARE).
• High standard of written English.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Bowel Cancer Screening System (BCSS).

Experience

Essential

• Previous clerical/ office experience
• Customer service experience.
• Experience in undertaking a range of secretarial duties.
• Ability to present high quality, well- presented letters/ documents for approval/ amendment.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a similar admin based, health care environment.
• Familiar with Endoscopy terminology.
• Knowledge of the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme
• Health promotion experience.
• Organizing, attending and taking minutes/ notes at meetings.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to prioritise own workload, work to tight timescales and deal with interruptions.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative.
• Demonstrate the ability to support BCSP Programme Manager and Lead SSP.
• Demonstrate a positive approach towards change.
• Evidence of strong team work.
• Approachable and courteous manner.
• Attention to detail
• Punctual and reliable

Personal and people development

Essential

• Flexibility/ adaptability to be able to work according to the needs of the service.
• Attend training as necessary to the role.
• Self motivation.

Communication

Essential

• Confidence in dealing with members of the public, nursing and medical staff (mostly telephone).
• Confidence to guide patients through the screening pathway and explaining the process/ how to prepare for procedures.
• An excellent telephone manner.
• Ability to deal with (potentially) distressed patients in a sympathetic, understanding manner.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

Specific requirements

Essential

• Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
• Ability to spend prolonged periods using a computer.
• Travel between sites (on occasion).

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

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bowel Screening Programme (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

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.

This role does not meet the UK Immigration Policy eligibility criteria and therefore we are unable to provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

For 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.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education
• Care Certificate or working towards, this must be completed within first 3 months of employment
• Pass in GSCE's in Maths and English (4/C or above) or equivalent
• NVQ Level 2 in direct care/customer services or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Successful completion of the Be AWARE to care course (or equivalent)

Further Information

Essential

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

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates good insight into roles and responsibilities of the post
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of principles of effective customer care
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of quality care
• Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills; especially with people with varying levels of understanding
• Demonstrates good literacy and written skills
• Able to present factual information and refer to questions to others where appropriate
• Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
• Basic IT skills e.g use of e-mails

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience of time management

Desirable

• Previous experience within healthcare / care setting
• Competence in the recording of clinical sign observations

Specific Job Requirement

Essential

• Team player
• Self-motivated
• Willing to learn new skills
• Caring and compassionate attitude
• Reliable and trustworthy

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

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 description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or a Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship - or equivalent experience
• Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)
• Care Certificate

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a Care Support Worker or equivalent in a surgical care setting
• Experience of working within a team

Desirable

• Demonstrates an interest or previous experience in supporting other health care staff and learners
• Commitment to undertaking continuous professional development (CPD)
• Experience of working as a Care Support Worker or equivalent in an orthopaedic care setting

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good communication (written and verbal skills)
• Basic IT skills
• Good organisational skills

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Venipuncture and cannulation skills
• Physiological observations skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 14 Fairfield General Hospital

Rochdale Old Road

Bury

BL9 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC)
• Understanding of NMC Code, safeguarding and consent; working knowledge of NHS values and standards

Desirable

• Post-registration course relevant to clinical area

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care; effective documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build therapeutic relationships
• Ability to work within a team and take delegated responsibility, understanding of professional boundaries
• Able to prioritise and manage time effectively in a busy clinical setting
• Confident in using electronic patient records and digital systems
• Compassionate, reliable, committed to personcentred care; demonstrates resilience and emotional maturity

Desirable

• Proficient in clinical procedures relevant to the area (e.g., IV administration, catheterisation)
• Experience liaising with families and multiagency professionals
• Knowledge of local and national healthcare initiatives
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of recent acute or relevant clinical experience (including student placements)

Desirable

• Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff
• Experience of taking charge or leading a shift
• Experience contributing to service improvement or change
• Experience using audit or reporting tools

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

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)

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC)
• Understanding of NMC Code, safeguarding and consent; working knowledge of NHS values and standards

Desirable

• Post-registration course relevant to clinical area

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care; effective documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build therapeutic relationships
• Ability to work within a team and take delegated responsibility, understanding of professional boundaries
• Able to prioritise and manage time effectively in a busy clinical setting
• Confident in using electronic patient records and digital systems
• Compassionate, reliable, committed to personcentred care; demonstrates resilience and emotional maturity

Desirable

• Proficient in clinical procedures relevant to the area (e.g., IV administration, catheterisation)
• Experience liaising with families and multiagency professionals
• Knowledge of local and national healthcare initiatives
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of recent acute or relevant clinical experience (including student placements)

Desirable

• Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff
• Experience of taking charge or leading a shift
• Experience contributing to service improvement or change
• Experience using audit or reporting tools

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

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)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To deliver high quality, effective operational service to people with Learning Disability/ ASD/mental health needs, in accordance with the principles and objective of the Trust and its vision as identified in the service. The job requires the post holder to work flexibly and undertake a change in role at short notice.

To work collaboratively with others within the organisation to provide an exemplary level of care to service users and their carers.

Experience within Learning Disabilities is Essential alongside a driving licence/access to a car

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• High standard of education - GCSE or above

Knowledge

Essential

• To assess and treat own caseload of service users in accordance with Trust clinical pathways
• Understand the need for compassion in working with colleagues, service users and families
• Support families and carers within the boundaries of their role and professional code of conduct
• Undertake physical health checks of services users and act on the findings appropriately
• Previous experience working with people with Learning Disability/ special needs

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Byron Court

Heath Close

Billericay

CM12 9NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description is attached, and the pay scale is based on full time hours of 37.5 per week. We are seeking a full time candidate, and expectations can be discussed in depth at the interview. The ideal candidate will have clear and effective communication and organisation skills, which will come naturally to them whilst supporting colleagues in the delivery of an outstanding patient experience. Having evidence of delivering a high level of customer care to patients will be vital in supporting the business in achieving its objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 1 or 2 in customer care
• GCSE English, Maths Grade C or above

Desirable

• Ability to use Systm1 software
• Experience in working in Primary Care/NHS
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, Word/Excel

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

Dr Imran Ismail and Partners T/A Marston Forest Healthcare

Address

59 Bedford Road

Marston Moretaine

Beds

MK43 0LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional / Clinical Responsibilities

*Working within a multi-disciplinary team the role includes;

*Providing clinical and professional leadership support to own professional group and linked services within the Stroke Service as required.

*Assessing, prescribing and developing highly specialist nursing for patients with complex stroke needs, using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills. This must be in line with Clinical Guidelines, evidence based research and national Stroke specific frameworks.

*Providing highly specialist nursing assessments and advice.

*Demonstrate dexterity and co-ordination when using specialist equipment and fine tools, advanced sensory skills, manual and mobilising skills.

*Demonstrate skills in dealing with complex biopsychosocial issues to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management.

*Developing and maintaining effective working relationships and communication with other healthcare professionals and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated pathway and service to our patient where their needs are well met. Provide clinical expertise and advice to others, including Community therapy teams, Social Services, GPs and other agencies.

*Communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers as to their assessment, prognosis and treatment plan. To work frequently with patients and families in complex situations that are emotionally distressing and may cause hostility. This may include completing suicide risk assessments and providing and receiving contentious information.

*Making suitable adjustments to explanations in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension. Ensure informed consent is obtained prior to initiating assessment and interventions.

*To sensitively negotiate patient led goals with the patient, family, carers and MDT in situations where there is potential for conflict, in order to enable the patient to engage in treatment and ensure that patients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their care plans wherever possible.

*To act as a key-worker for selected patients, leading multi-disciplinary and review meetings, and fulfilling a clinical co-ordinating role for these patients.

*Actively participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate.

*Being responsible for ensuring workload for self and others, within nursing and the wider team, is planned and prioritised according to service targets and needs. Actively contribute to supervising the workload of the wider team.

*Providing advice and education to patients, relatives and carers to promote and create ownership to ensure a continued consistent approach to patient care.

*Contributing to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.

*Pro-actively taking part in clinical supervision as per Organisation Policy.

*Remaining accountable for own professional actions as determined by the professional body.

*Providing nursing care which is evidence-based practice, using research methodology.

*Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.

Management and Leadership

*Be required to undertake risk assessments, liaise with Occupational Health and act upon the assessments appropriately.

*Planning of leave to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained across the service.

*To be responsible for ensuring that there are adequate staffing levels and appropriate skill mix of staff to meet the needs of the service on a daily basis. Anticipate and identify staff shortages and relocate staff as appropriate.

*Lead / Chair meetings where appropriate.

*Lead and/or participate in recruitment processes, using the opportunity to skill mix to meet the demands of the service.

*Undertake Personal Development Reviews for other staff members.

*Ensure absence reporting is undertaken as determined by Organisation Policy. Complete absence management meetings with Human Resources representative.

*Represent and promote the specialist nursing profession at clinical leads / operational meetings.

*To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible and contribute to the formal complaints process, as requested by the operational lead and Specialist Services.

*To use advanced clinical reasoning to provide guidance to other staff in order to assist with case management.

*Ensure all clinicians provide comprehensive holistic assessment of patients and re-evaluation of their needs, to determine priorities of care and provide effective management of emotional, psychological and spiritual support.

*To demonstrate expert clinical leadership based on current advances in evidence-based outcomes/research and knowledge.

*To assist professional leads in their development of clinical teams.

*Act as a positive role model and leader.

Financial Responsibilities

*Questioning and challenging decision-making regarding equipment and resources so that the most cost effective solutions are sought and adhered to whilst maintaining clinical integrity.

*Authorised signatory for team budget code which include delegated budgetary responsibility for the therapy element.

Education and professional development

*Devise and deliver or attend in-house training as required to develop the current and future job roles for the service.

*Produce and deliver induction programmes for students and new starters.

*Create and promote a healthy and safe continuous learning environment for all staff in

*Have oversight and accountability for the programme of education for students on clinical placements.

*Provide advice/training and /or supervision to less experienced and staff including the mentoring of existing staff.

*Act as role model by offering support and work shadowing with other professionals in other services.

*To participate in Clinical Governance, Research and Development and Audit activities as required by line manager and MDT colleagues.

Operational Delivery

*To work closely with the Integrated Community service Team Lead and ECCH Specialist Services.

*Work closely with other team leaders and professional leads in other elements of the integrated stroke service to ensure seamless delivery of stroke services and share best practice across the service.

*Be able to interpret organisational data for use within patient, staff and system management whilst adhering to contractual arrangements, local and national, ensuring targets are met.

*To develop and update standard operating procedures, protocols and processes based on the current best practice evidence for both the nursing team and the wider service.

*To create and maintain effective professional relationships with therapists across the Stroke pathway using this to help evaluate our service, implement change and promote our service on a national platform.

Service Development

*Instigate and actively participate with the Operational Lead in the development of the operational strategy.

*Lead the team in continuous service improvement.

*Contribute to working groups within the business unit and organisation.

*Implement policies for the service, proposing changes to these, and advising other external agencies about these changes or developments.

*To actively review current specialist equipment available, keeping up-to-date with clinical and technological advances and to disseminate this specialist knowledge and information to the rest of the physiotherapy team or other appropriate staff.

*All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care and service they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these as an essential part of their job role.

*To act as a key-worker for selected patients, leading multi-disciplinary and review meetings, and fulfilling a clinical co-ordinating role for these patients.

*Actively participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate.

*Being responsible for ensuring workload for self and others, within nursing and the wider team, is planned and prioritised according to service targets and needs. Actively contribute to supervising the workload of the wider team.

*Providing advice and education to patients, relatives and carers to promote and create ownership to ensure a continued consistent approach to patient care.

*Contributing to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.

*Pro-actively taking part in clinical supervision as per Organisation Policy.

*Remaining accountable for own professional actions as determined by the professional body.

*Providing nursing care which is evidence-based practice, using research methodology.

*Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.

*Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word 'CARE'. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone.

*Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Current first level NMC registration (adult)
• *Post graduate education to degree level or equivalent relevant to clinical area
• *Teaching and assessing qualification
• *In-depth knowledge in the management of stroke
• *Knowledge of national requirements and directives related to speciality
• *Knowledge of psychological response to long term condition management

Desirable

• *Educated to Masters level or equivalent combination of post graduate/registration, qualification, short courses and experience

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of working in an NHS multi-professional setting dealing appropriately with patient's with Stroke patients
• *Participation in clinical audit and evaluating the outcomes of a service
• *Managing and working autonomously using initiative
• *Working across organisational boundaries
• *Ability to demonstrate working autonomously in developing treatment plans, assessment, discharge planning for patients with complex care needs
• *Experience of supervising others

Desirable

• *Extensive post registration experience with demonstrable recent experience practising to a high level of expertise in Stroke at a specialist level
• *Evidence of influencing and implementing change
• *Community Nursing experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Understanding of the management of patients with Stroke
• *Up to date professional portfolio which will demonstrate reflective practice and evidence of on-going professional development/education
• *Ability to take strategic view for long term service improvements
• *Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology relating to Stroke
• *Knowledge of risk management and health and safety
• *Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• *Able to perform audit and analyse findings
• *Knowledge of accountability and ethics
• *Presentation skills
• *Excellent verbal and written skills
• *Excellent interpersonal skills
• *Empathetic when dealing with emotional situations and giving sensitive information
• *Professional approach
• *Report writing
• *Able to negotiate, lobby and influence and build professional relationships and networks
• *Able to remain calm in difficult situations
• *Analytical skills to be able to interpret diagnostic investigations
• *Organised/methodical
• *Ability to manage conflicting priorities
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Demonstrates understanding of safeguarding issues
• *Can demonstrate an ability to contribute towards a safe environment
• *Able to work reflectively, and work on personal development. Listens to personal comments without becoming defensive.
• *Has a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress, can recognise when to use them and does so
• *Able to meet the required IT skills for the post
• *Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.
• *Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours:
• (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together).

Desirable

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Knowledge of organisational structures and relationships in health and social care
• *Knowledge of counselling/debriefing techniques
• *Potential to lead a multidisciplinary team
• *Can use visual and technological teaching aids
• *Analytical skills to deal with interpreting complex clinical 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 Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Yare House

Morton Peto Road

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ecch.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

As a Senior Research Nurse/Practitioner, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering a diverse portfolio of clinical trials across multiple specialties. Working as part of a supportive cross-speciality team, you will provide specialist research expertise and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality studies. You will also have opportunities to lead studies aligned with your clinical experience, background and areas of expertise.

You will autonomously plan, coordinate and manage multiple concurrent research projects, overseeing recruitment, participant care, data collection and the implementation of clinical trial procedures. You will also support and manage clinical research staff, building effective networks across the Trust and with local and national research partners.

A key part of the role will be ensuring that all research activity is delivered in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Research Governance Framework. You will help ensure the rights, safety and wellbeing of research participants are protected while maintaining high standards of data quality, recruitment and study delivery.

You will be responsible for monitoring study progress and supporting recruitment and accrual targets, while providing participants with a safe, professional and positive research experience. This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the delivery of high-quality clinical research and the development of research practice across the organisation.

This is an exciting time to join our Clinical Research Team as we enter a new phase of growth and development. In 2027, North Devon District Hospital will open a new purpose-built Clinical Research Hub, creating a dedicated environment for the delivery and expansion of high-quality clinical research across a growing range of specialties.

The successful postholder will join the team at an exciting point in this development, with the opportunity to help shape and support the expansion of our research portfolio. As a Senior Research Nurse/Practitioner, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality research, supporting participants and clinical teams, and contributing to the continued development of a strong research culture across the Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced research professional to be part of an ambitious and expanding service, with the new Research Hub providing exciting opportunities for the delivery of more diverse and innovative research from 2027 onwards.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday - Friday 8:00-16:00, 8:30-4:30, or 9:00-17:00

Interview Date: Friday 16th October 2026

For further information please contact: Maria Dark, Lead AHP / Research Team Lead on 01271 311889 or [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

*To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care.

*To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management, and support assistants to do likewise.

*To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients, and to organise this efficiently and effectively regarding clinical priorities and use of time.

*To undertake the detailed assessment of patients, some of whom may have complex needs, using investigative and analytical skills.

*To collaboratively work with patients to develop rehabilitation goals.

*To formulate an individualised treatment plan, using clinical reasoning skills and utilising a wide range of skills and treatment options.

*To develop specialised skills in relation to cognition, perception, and upper limb therapy.

*To provide advice to the MDT regarding the management of patients requiring therapy input.

*To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers, schools, workplace and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of Occupational Therapy to ensure a consistent approach to patient care.

*To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of their stroke. Communication skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation and gaining informed consent will be used with a wide variety of patients. Barriers to effective communication may include loss of hearing, cognitive difficulties, aphasia, pain and fear.

*To assess capacity, gain valid consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

*To help facilitate patients to self-manage their rehabilitation.

*To take responsibility for appropriate delegation of tasks.

*To train, supervise and manage performance of assistant practitioners, therapy assistants and students, with assistance from more senior members of the team. This will include the use of formal appraisal documentation.

*To maintain up-to-date knowledge of the full stroke care pathway.

Professional

*To maintain own clinical professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments and incorporate them as necessary into your work.

*To be an active member of the in-service training programme by the attendance and presentation at staff meetings, tutorials, training sessions, external courses and reflective practice.

*To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include case conference and medical reports. To provide teaching/training to other members of the multidisciplinary team.

*To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and personal development.

*To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices using Evidence Based Practice projects, audit and outcome measures. To make recommendations for and assist with change.

*To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation.

Organisational

*To be responsible for a designated area of work, as agreed with the Team Leader. To plan and organise this efficiently with regard to patient management and use of time.

*To decide priorities for own work, balancing other patient related, professional and service demands.

*To be responsible for ensuring the effective selection and use of all treatment resources.

*To be responsible for equipment used in carrying out clinical duties, and to adhere to departmental policy, including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use of equipment by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice including manual handling in accordance with professional guidelines.

*To maintain concise, accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation in a timely manner in line with legal and departmental requirements, including letters and reports as appropriate.

*To be actively involved in the collection of appropriate data and statistics for the use of the department.

*To be aware of the Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including the prompt recording and reporting of accidents / incidents to senior staff, and ensuring that equipment used is safe.

*To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating as appropriate.

*To undertake any other duties that might be considered appropriate by the Band 7 Team Leader and Line manager.

*To deputise for the Band 7 Specialist Occupational Therapist.

*All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care and service they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these as an essential part of their job role.

*Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word 'CARE'. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone.

*Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Diploma/Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• *HCPC registration
• *Evidence of relevant post graduate courses/CPD in neurology or rehabilitation

Desirable

• *Membership of relevant specialist group e.g. RCOT SSNP
• *Clinical Educator's course

Experience

Essential

• *Band 5 experience which includes relevant work in variety of settings, community and /or acute within specialities of stroke, neurology and multi-pathology
• *Experience of variety of assessment skills within different clinical areas, including standardised assessments
• *Evidence of involvement in service development, e.g., working on projects

Desirable

• *Worked as a band 6
• *Rehabilitation ward/community experience
• *Cognitive Rehabilitation Training
• *Basic Psychology training
• *Health Coaching/ Motivational interviewing skills
• *Posture, wheelchair and seating assessment

Additional Criteria

Essential

• SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• *Ability to act as an autonomous practitioner, organising, prioritising and delegating workload as appropriate
• *Good communication skills, including empathy, motivational and assertiveness skills
• *To be able to work well with others
• *To be able to pass on skills and knowledge and also learn from others
• *Ability to work flexibly across clinical areas and adapt to the needs of the service
• *Problem solving skills
• *Good IT skills
• *Goal setting skills
• *Good time management skills
• *Good listening skills
• *Working knowledge of clinical governance/current topics in the NHS
• *Knowledge of stroke pathology, symptoms, neuroplasticity and risk factors
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Recognises limitations and knows when to ask for help
• *Self-directional learning
• *Forward thinking
• *Able to work under pressure with a positive approach
• *Evidence of interest / motivation to work for East Coast Community Healthcare
• *Willingness to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.
• *Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours:
• (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together).

Desirable

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Relevant clinical courses
• *Knowledge of SystmOne and Microsoft Office, Virtual working platforms
• *Presentation skills
• *Evidence of taking initiative, taking lead role
• *Critical appraisal
• *Supervisory skills
• *Ability to teach / train / coach
• *Student clinical super
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Ability to reflect and evaluate own performance
• *Interest in research and / or audit
• *Experience of change process
• *To be flexible to new ways of working

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 Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Yare House

Morton Peto Road

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ecch.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

This role will be responsible for managing and uniting the Antenatal Clinic and the Maternity Day Assessment service at RDUH, northern maternity services in Barnstaple. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the teams that work within these areas and helping them to achieve safe and efficient care. The post holder will provide strong leadership, advice and guidance to this team, and work closely with the Antenatal and Newborn Screening coordinator, Sonography and Clerical and Administration teams.

The post holder will also have specialist oversight of the Treating Tobacco Dependency and Vaccinations in pregnancy pathways in RDUH northern services, Maternity in Barnstaple, working alongside colleagues in Exeter, and will provide specialist knowledge to help develop these services in providing line management and support to those working within them.

You will be a professional role model and clinical leader, responsible for leading a defined team consisting of midwives, maternity support workers, Treating Tobacco Dependency Advisors in maternity and Failsafe Officers supporting the Perinatal Pathway for vaccinations in pregnancy. You will be expected to provide leadership, guidance and support, and enable a cohesive and motivated team. You will be visible and accessible in the clinical area. You will participate in audit and develop action plans where appropriate and monitor incident reporting and investigations as needed. You will support development of new policies, procedures, guidelines and standards.

The post holder will need excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills, and the ability to work well within the multi-disciplinary team. You will be responsible for the daily operational running of the Maternity Outpatient department. The post holder will be reporting to the Midwifery Matron for Outpatients and Public Health.

Working Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday mostly.

Interview Date: 21st September 2026

For further information please contact: Kate Curnow - [email protected], Meghan Baldwin - [email protected] or Kay Maytum - [email protected]

Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 08/11/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the shift co-ordinator:

• To complete the first level assessment of the patients needs to gain an understanding of the physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs of the patients with cancer and their families and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that the needs of the patient and family are met.
• To assist with teaching patients in preparation for investigations, treatment and home care
• To be aware of the side effects of any treatment in progress, and adopt a problem-solvingapproach to minimise the potentially adverse reactions.
• Be involved in the direct delivery of skilled specialised nursing care with supervision until competent, e.g. wound dressings, removal of drains, and insertion of urinary catheters.
• To develop an awareness of the protocols involved for patients undergoing clinical trials.
• To be aware of all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure that these are observed.

Education and development Responsibility

• To participate in educational programmes offered to staff. To attend the induction programme, mandatory training, and teaching specific to the clinical area.
• To participate in an annual collaborative appraisal process to enable achievement of objectives and management of learning needs.

Management and Leadership Responsibility

• To act as an advocate for staff, patients and relatives at all times.
• To understand the Hospitals strategy for nursing statement and be committed to patient-focused care.

Clinical Governance

• To assist with any local or Trust initiatives to ensure the continuous improvement of the quality of services and safeguarding of high standards of care.
• To promote a safe clinical environment for all patients, visitors and staff .

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
• Recognised teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in intravenous drug administration
• Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job

Desirable

• Experience in chemotherapy administration
• Experience in Clinical Management
• Evidence of relevant teaching experience
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Desirable

• Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills
• Evidence of effective negotiating and influencing skills
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to motivate others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Working closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the Onward Care Clinician leads daily board rounds, coordinates admissions and discharges, completes complex assessments, and acts as the primary liaison between health, social care, and community services to ensure seamless transitions of care. The role promotes a patient-centred approach, ensuring patients and families are actively involved in discharge planning and decision-making.

The post is integral to maintaining patient flow across the wider health and care system by reducing delays, supporting effective bed utilisation, and ensuring patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time. The role also provides expert clinical support to ward teams, assists with operational decision-making, and contributes to the delivery of safe, high-quality rehabilitation and intermediate care services.

We are passionate about supporting our staff to grow and thrive in their careers. You'll benefit from a comprehensive induction, regular supervision, peer support, in-house training, and access to a wide range of continuing professional development opportunities.

This role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while being part of a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team. You will need excellent communication and IT skills, strong clinical reasoning, and the ability to build effective relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and partner organisations.

Our diverse caseload includes patients with neurological, orthopaedic, long-term and complex conditions, including dementia. You will play a key role in supporting rehabilitation, promoting independence, and facilitating safe transitions of care through assessment, treatment planning, and specialist advice.

Collaboration is central to our service. We work closely with NHS multidisciplinary teams, Adult Social Care, and voluntary sector partners to deliver seamless, person-centred care across our local communities.

As a senior clinician, you will provide leadership, support, and supervision to Band 5 nurses and therapists, alongside nursing and therapy support workers, helping to develop the skills and confidence of the wider team.

We are looking for an autonomous practitioner with relevant postgraduate training and experience, who is motivated to contribute to service development and deliver outstanding patient care.

In return, you'll join a friendly, forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality rehabilitation and intermediate care services, while supporting your professional growth and career aspirations

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00 - 16.00 with occasional weekend working.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Helen Ruse, Therapy Professional Lead for Community Inpatients [email protected] or Toni Sutherland, Clinical Matron [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Exmouth Hospital

Claremont Grove

Exmouth

Devon

EX8 2JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please consult the attached candidate brief

£71,250 per annum based on three days a week. This figure is subject to the national NHS framework and final approval at the appointment stage.

Person Specification

For full role requirements

Essential

• please consult the attached candidate brief

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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

3rd Floor, 200 Great Dover Street

London

SE1 4YB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The core responsibilities of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.

• Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
• Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions, providing subject matter expert advice
• Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease patients
• Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health
• Provide advanced, specialist nursing care t patients are required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and NSF
• Provide wound care (ulcer/doppler, etc)
• Provide specialist clinics such as contraception etc
• Undertake the collection of pathological specimens
• Provide travel medicine services
• Request pathology services as necessary
• Process and interpret pathology and other test results as required
• Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
• Ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively
• Maintain chronic disease registers
• Develop, implement and maintain well woman, well man and travel clinics
• Take part in implementation of an effective immunisation programme
• Prioritise health issues and intervene where necessary
• Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
• Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
• Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
• Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance
• Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required
• Contribute to practice targets (QOF etc), complying with both local and regional guidance
• Liaise with the external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc)
• Delegate clinical responsibilities where appropriate (ensuring safe practice and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
• Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters in accordance with local and national policies
• Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Masters degree OR Postgraduate diploma or degree for Advanced Practice Qualification
• Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber
• Meets the standards for registered ANP working at advanced level
• Minor illness qualification

Desirable

• Qualified triage nurse

Experience

Essential

• Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews
• Experience of working in a primary care environment

Desirable

• Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse

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

Rushden Medical Centre

Address

Adnitt Road

Rushden

Northamptonshire

NN10 9TR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Essential Criteria

Please only apply if you meet the following essential criteria:

• Level 3 or above qualification in Health & Social Care.
• Minimum 2 years' recent experience in Adult Health & Social Care (Senior Carer level or above).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet all the essential criteria listed above.

Additional Information

• Full Time and Part Time opportunities available.
• Permanent position.
• Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum plus bonus and expenses.
• No learner sourcing is required. All learners are provided, allowing you to focus on delivery, coaching and assessment.
• This role is sometimes referred to as Apprenticeship Assessor, Health and Social Care Tutor or Skills Coach within Health and Social Care.

Benefits

• Home-based role with planned travel (mileage and expenses paid).
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas & New Year shutdown.
• Bonus scheme.
• Pension and life assurance.
• Health cash plan and wellbeing support.
• EV car scheme access.
• Access to employee discounts.
• Referral bonus.
• Plus many more.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3+ qualification in Health & Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years recent experience in Adult Health & Social Care (Senior Carer level or above)

Driving

Essential

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

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

t2 Group

Address

Hybrid Working

Role is home-based with occasional travel; postcode is for advertising purposes only.

Peterborough & Surrounding Areas

PE3 6LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.t2group.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.

Right to work / Certificate of Sponsorship

This role meets the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. Applications are welcome from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional clinical qualification e.g. Paramedic, Nurse
• Relevant adult teaching qualification, e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent
• Academic attainment at a minimum of Degree (level 6) qualification Level, with evidence of postgraduate level education
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to clinical education, professional practice, leadership and management.

Desirable

• Management or leadership qualification
• Membership of the relevant professional body (e.g. College of Paramedics)
• Master's degree or working towards a master's level qualification in education, leadership, healthcare, workforce development or a related subject
• Specialist clinical education, simulation, assessment or practice education qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

• Significant senior experience in clinical education, workforce development or professional development within a healthcare setting
• Significant experience of leading and managing teams, including management through direct report managers or specialist leads
• Experience of managing education delivery across multiple sites, services or geographical areas
• Experience of developing, implementing and evaluating education delivery plans
• Experience of managing statutory and mandatory education compliance, onboarding or workforce capability programmes
• Experience of clinical education governance, risk management, quality assurance or investigation processes

Desirable

• Experience in an ambulance service or pre-hospital care setting
• Experience of working with universities, education providers, awarding bodies or regional education networks
• Experience of business case development, service redesign or organisational change

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ

Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Sowton Industrial Estate

Exeter

EX2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

We aim to provide high quality care to maximise independence and quality of life at home through a strength-based approach. This is completed within a supportive network of experienced therapists offering a structured induction, time to shadow other community teams, peer support groups and opportunities for career development.

Our focus is on keeping patients safe in their own home environment through assisting hospital discharges and preventing hospital admission. The UCR function covers 8am-8pm across 7 day working and provides a 2-hour response to admission avoidance patients within the community, supporting the National Ageing Well Agenda within the NHS Long Term Plan.

We work extremely closely and hold a team-based caseload to assist group-focused problem solving through daily team meetings. Due to the workstreams, we see a variety of patients, including and not exclusively:

• Working with patients with long-term conditions
• Frailty
• End of life
• Neurological conditions
• Respiratory conditions
• Trauma, orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Moving and handling including equipment prescription

There will be an opportunity to provide clinical supervision to rotational staff members as well as support workers. We strongly support a learning environment, therefore we also support students and apprentices within the team, which you will have an opportunity to work with.

The successful candidate will be an autonomous practitioner who is confident with lone working. You will require excellent communication skills, with the ability to prioritise, problem solve and be a team player who is adaptable to change.

We look forward to reading your application. Please feel free to contact us if you require any more information.

Working Pattern: We are happy to support a 5-day working (7.5 hour shifts) or 4-day working (9.5 or 9.0 hour shifts) week. The service runs Monday-Sunday, 8am-8pm and you would be rota'd for shifts within these hours.

Interview Date: Provisionally set for 22nd October 2026.

For further information please contact: Ben Elliott - Community Rehabilitation Clinical Lead, [email protected] OR Emily Woodgate - Operational Lead Intermediate Care, [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poltimore Centre, Exeter Community Hospital

Hospital Lane

Exeter

Devon

EX1 3RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Managerial / Supervisory Experience

Essential

• Experience of developing and delivering training

Desirable

• Experience of providing supervision to staff

Finance / Resources

Essential

• Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

Information Technology / Resources

Essential

• Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Registered or professional practitioner (Nurse, AHP, Social Worker, Police Officer ) to professional level /degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio

Desirable

• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience at professional practitioner level
• Demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding interventions
• Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding risk and management of risk.
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role
• Experience of specialist working (i.e. within NHS 111 / CAS service)
• Experience of managing change
• Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Leonards

241 Ringwood Road

St Leonards

BH24 2RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an Advanced Physiotherapist, you'll provide expert assessment, diagnosis and treatment for women experiencing: Urinary and faecal incontinence Pelvic organ prolapse Pelvic floor dysfunction Chronic pelvic pain Pregnancy and postnatal pelvic health issues Menopause-associated pelvic floor disorders You'll work autonomously, delivering evidence-based interventions and rehabilitation programmes whilst helping to reduce the need for secondary care intervention.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Postgraduate qualification in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
• Significant women's health physiotherapy experience
• Excellent clinical reasoning and communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

11 Railway Road

Stockport

SK1 3SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Phlebotomist is responsible for providing a high-quality, safe and efficient phlebotomy service for patients attending New Court Surgery. The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team, undertaking venepuncture procedures, ensuring accurate sample collection and handling, and supporting the delivery of excellent patient care within a busy primary care setting.

• Perform venepuncture procedures for patients in accordance with practice policies, clinical protocols and professional standards.
• Accurately identify patients and ensure all samples are correctly labelled and processed.
• Prepare, handle and dispatch blood samples to the appropriate laboratory in line with requirements.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records using the clinical system.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients who may be anxious or distressed during procedures.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to adverse reactions during and following blood collection.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control at all times.
• Ensure clinical rooms are clean, well-stocked and appropriately prepared for patient appointments.
• Monitor and report low stock levels of consumables and equipment.
• Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, information governance and confidentiality policies.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and administrative colleagues to support excellent patient care.
• Participate in mandatory training, team meetings and continuing professional development activities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of undertaking venepuncture in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when supporting anxious patients.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and dignity.
• Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems.
• All staff are expected to:
• Act in accordance with the practice values and code of conduct.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in line with GDPR and NHS guidance.
• Demonstrate equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of their work.
• Participate in appraisal, supervision and training as required.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and responsibilities of the post.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within General Practice or Primary Care.
• Knowledge of System One clinical system.
• Awareness of current NHS standards and guidelines.
• Care Certificate or relevant healthcare qualification.

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

New Court Surgery

Address

Borough Fields Shopping Centre

Royal Wootton Bassett

Swindon

Wiltshire

SN4 7AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.newcourt-wilts.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See full job description and person specification attached. If there are any queries, please contact Debra Ritsperis.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in quality governance, healthcare management, compliance, regulation or related discipline

Desirable

• Professional registration or relevant professional qualification
• Formal qualification in quality improvement, quality management systems, governance or compliance
• Non-Medical Independent Prescriber

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of CQC regulatory framework and NHS regulatory environment
• Detailed understanding of healthcare governance, quality assurance and compliance systems
• Knowledge of accreditation methodologies and external assessment frameworks
• Advanced report writing, analytical and presentation skills
• Ability to interpret complex legislation and regulatory requirements

Clinical/Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of regulatory compliance, governance or quality assurance within an NHS provider organisation
• Experience of leading preparation for CQC inspections and regulatory reviews
• Experience of evidence management, assurance reporting and compliance monitoring
• Experience of developing and implementing regulatory action plans
• Experience of influencing senior clinical and managerial staff
• Experience of managing teams and leading organisational change programmes

Desirable

• Experience of accreditation programmes and external quality assessments

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Resilient and able to work in highly pressured environments
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capability
• Ability to challenge constructively and maintain professional credibility
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide (GRH/CGH)

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description attached, which details the responsibilities within this post.

Successful candidates will need to be enthusiastic and motivated. Good communication, clinical reasoning and organisational skills are essential. You must be computer literate and able to demonstrate good working knowledge of a variety of essential computer systems and programmes. You must be a team player but be able to work autonomously and have the ability to champion the needs of your patients.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

In addition to the basic salary, this post attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of basic salary subject to a minimum payment of £1,066 and a maximum payment of £1,845 per annum pro rata where applicable and dependent on base location).

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Hold a full, valid UK driving license.
• Have access to a car for use for business purposes

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy
• Health Care Professions Council Registration and compliant as a physiotherapist

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration experience of working in Children's services
• Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of using a range of assessments and treatment methods

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Good general knowledge of normal child development
• Knowledge, experience of Children's Physiotherapy assessments and interventions related to working with children and an understanding of the theoretical framework underpinning these
• The ability to analyse assessment results to formulate treatment plans, including the use of "SMART" targets, taking into consideration client, social and environmental factors.
• Design and implementation of Physiotherapy programmes tailored to the individual.

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

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Marlowes Health and Wellbeing Centre

Hemel Hempstead

HP1 1LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

PALMS principally deliver a flexible service according to service needs and personal circumstances, in a planned way. For example, for a full-time worker this equates to flexibly working 37.5 across the working week.

PALMS are open to flexible working and therefore part time / job share would be considered. This opportunity is for 9 months maternity cover.

We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.

Afull valid driving licenceandaccess to a carinsured to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Applicants to be aware that PALMS work within the ULEZ zone and any charges due to non-compliant vehicles cannot be reimbursed by the Trust.

Interviews will be run either in person at one of our bases or using Microsoft Teams, full details and instructions will be provided to successful candidates.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Doctoral level training in clinical psychology
• Pre-qualification experience, training and/or qualifications in relevant fields of applied psychology
• Further specialist post-qualification training relevant to the Children and Young People and/or ASD and LD population
• Formal training in supervision of trainee clinical psychologist
• Evidence of continued professional development as recommended by the BPS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with a wide variety of populations, across the whole course of presenting concerns
• Significant experience of working with people with an intellectual disability and with people who are autistic in a range of settings and/or significant experience of working with children and young people
• Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for CYP's psychological care and treatment
• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision of trainee clinical psychologists
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working and inter-agency collaboration

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration
• Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and /or clinically sensitive information to CYP, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialised psychological therapies and assessment methodologies
• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings

Personal Abilities

Essential

• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the child/young person
• Capable of using initiative and maintaining professional boundaries
• A passion in, and commitment to, working with children who have an intellectual disability and/or who are autistic and/or mental health difficulties
• An ability to work effectively in a range of direct care settings with families, carers and staff
• Ability to work independently, flexibly, reliably and consistently
• Required to travel across county
• Able to work as part of a virtual team and will be required to work in team bases across the county in the different service
• Able to maintain a high degree of professionalism when working in settings where there is a highly emotive atmosphere

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

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

QEII Hospital

Wellwyn Garden City

AL7 4HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

PALMS principally deliver a flexible service according to service need and personal circumstances, in a planned way. For example, for a full-time worker this equates to flexibly working 37.5 across the working week. PALMS are open to flexible working and therefore part time / job share would be considered, working a minimum of 0.6 WTE.We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.

We can offer you: Regular clinical and professional supervision Regular appraisal, personal development planning and opportunities for continuing professional development. This includes specific support with regards to fulfilling the PALMS role. Opportunities to work closely and meet regularly with a multi-disciplinary team and learn from other evidence based frameworks and approaches. Opportunities to provide clinical supervision and line management to other members of the PALMS team as appropriate.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car insured to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Applicants to be aware that PALMS work within the ULEZ zone and any charges due to non-compliant vehicles cannot be reimbursed by the Trust.

Interviews will be run either in person at one of our bases or using Microsoft Teams, full details and instructions will be provided to successful candidates.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in relevant field Professional Qualification (RMN, DipSW, OT or equivalent) supplemented by post graduate diploma specialist training, experience, short courses plus further specialist training to master's equivalent level.
• Doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996), including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology.
• Experience in relevant mental health/learning disability setting.
• Specialist knowledge within the field of clinical skills gained through theoretical and practical training and experience.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies

Desirable

• Approved mental health professional (AMHP)
• Further training in relevant areas of Autism, Learning Disability and mental health.

Other Specifications

Essential

• Willingness to uphold the Trust's values
• Eligible to live and work in the UK
• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
• Willingness to travel to alternate locations to provide services.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• High level of communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive, abusive or hostile.
• Ability to identify appropriate evidence based interventions for mental health and/or behaviours that challenge.
• Evidence of well-developed critical decision-making skills
• An ability to make autonomous clinical judgements involving highly complex facts and situations
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to service users, carers and colleagues

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of risk assessment within a mental health or learning disability setting.
• Significant experience of working clinically in a mental health and/or learning disability setting assessing, containing and managing complex cases in a multi-disciplinary setting
• Experience of working with people who have an intellectual disability and/or are autistic
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole course of presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the treat of physical abuse
• Knowledge of child development, child and adolescent mental health and a range of therapeutic models
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised therapies and assessment methodologies
• Experience of dealing with Safeguarding Incidents.

Desirable

• Clinical experience in a child learning disability context
• Experience of service quality monitoring.
• Clinical experience of working in child and/or adolescent mental health context
• Experience of delivering Clinical Supervision and Line Management
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working.
• Experience of co facilitating or delivering group interventions.

Personal Abilities

Essential

• An interest in working children who have an intellectual disability and/or are autistic
• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships
• An ability to work effectively in a range of direct care settings with families, carers and staff.
• Good organisational skills and an ability to manage their workload
• Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently
• Ability to work as part of a 'virtual team'.

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

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Peace CC, St Albans CC or Danestrete CDC and QEII

St Albans and Watford or Stevenage and Welwyn

AL4 9XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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