Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full breakdown of the role with a detailed person specification please see the full attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational Level 3 qualification appropriate to the post, or working towards within agreed timescale

Desirable

• Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering, or completed within agreed timescale

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies
• A proven employment history in cleaning and or catering
• Evidence of self-development and/or training in administration and/or office practice including update training of software applications
• Experience of using own judgement and decision-making skills in dealing with day-to-day issues
• Experience of the use of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience of time management using own judgement in prioritising and rescheduling
• Experience in being able to demonstrate that they can work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Evidence of previous team management experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Understanding of Infection Control procedures
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations
• Knowledge of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) is required as cleaning chemicals form part of the cleaning procedure

Desirable

• Knowledge of Catering and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Level 3 HACCP Certificate

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Mendip Community Hospital

Glastonbury Road

Wells

Somerset

BA5 1TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational Level 3 qualification appropriate to the post, or working towards within agreed timescale
• Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering, or completed within agreed timescale

Experience

Essential

• Experience of the use of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience of time management using own judgement in prioritising and rescheduling
• Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies

Desirable

• Evidence of self-development and/or training in administration and/or office practice including update training of software applications

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Understanding of Infection Control procedures
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations
• Knowledge of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) is required as cleaning chemicals form part of the cleaning procedure
• Knowledge of Catering and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Valid driving licence with business insurance

Desirable

• Level 3 HACCP Certificate

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Mendip Community Hospital

Glastonbury Road

Wells

Somerset

BA5 1TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The movement of patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed.

The escorting or directing of patients and visitors.

The lifting of fallen patients in Wards or departments (but not to perform nursing duties).

The movement of medical equipment and furniture around the site as directed by the Portering Supervisor or the Security and Logistics Manager.

To provide support to nursing or other staff in relation to difficult situations where patients may have permanent or temporary mental incapacity which could either cause harm to the patient, endanger others or to cause damage.This will be at the direction of clinical staff.

The movement of the deceased to the Mortuary in a respectful manner, ensuring appropriate checks are made prior to removal of deceased from Ward/department and correct details recorded appropriately upon attendance in Mortuary. The cleaning and charging of PM trolley, used for the movement of deceased patients.

To be responsible for the collection of blood and blood components. Ensuring correct patient checks are carried out and the subsequent delivery of those products.

To act as Fire Marshall during fire alarms, ensuring staff, patients and visitors do not move around the hospital whilst the alarm is sounding and thereby putting themselves and fire crews at potential risk of harm.Assisting Fire Brigade when necessary.

The collection and transfer within the Hospital of files, including from Medical Secretaries offices and elsewhere in the Trust, pharmaceuticals, specimens, linen and any other items that are deemed necessary to transfer in the correct manner with the exception of records in bulk.

To ensure that the correct Pharmaceutical items are picked and delivered to the Wards.

The changing of medical gas cylinders when required, in accordance with the correct procedures held within the Medical Gas manifold rooms.Delivery of medical gases to Wards/departments as required.

To report all untoward or suspicious incidents occurring in the Hospital or its grounds to the Portering Supervisor (or Clinical Site Manager in their absence)

Operate manual handling equipment on receipt of appropriate training.

To carry radio communication equipment whilst on shift and respond politely in a timely manner when Portering Supervisor or another team member requires assistance.To be aware that confidential information must not be discussed via radio communication devices.

To perform, when required, as the Portering member on the Crash Resuscitation Team on occasions when a Portering Supervisor is not available. To carry and delivery the correct equipment to the emergency location.

Logging of all tasks to assist management in identifying where service improvements can be made.

To carry out any Portering duties as requested by the Portering Supervisor or Security and Portering Manager.

The cleaning of all Hospital wheelchairs on a daily basis using alco-wipes or other recognised preparations.

The attendance to security incidents inside and outside the Trusts properties under the supervision of the Security and Logistics Manager, Portering Supervisor or the Clinical Site Manager.

To perform duties appropriate to the grade in any department or elsewhere in the hospital at the discretion of management.

Comply with all SSL Policies and Procedures including (but not exclusively), Quality, Environmental Equality, Diversity, Safety, Human Resources and Financial.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• General level of education or equivalent experience
• Literacy and Numeracy

Desirable

• Please see the attached JD

Experience

Essential

• Please see the attached JD

Desirable

• Please see the attached JD

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm and pleasant
• Good communication skills
• IT skills to be able to access trust information and log portering jobs

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Highly Specialist EPMA Pharmacist

This role focuses on Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) development, optimisation and clinical transformation. You will lead the ongoing development of the SHOU EPMA system, ensuring it supports safe, efficient and effective prescribing and medicines administration.

Working closely with colleagues across pharmacy, digital services, system suppliers and clinical teams, you will use your clinical expertise to shape system design, improve workflows and support large-scale digital change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading development, optimisation and maintenance of the EPMA system.
• Configuring and validating prescribing and clinical decision-support functionality.
• Analysing and redesigning clinical workflows.
• Supporting implementation, testing and deployment of digital solutions.
• Providing specialist clinical input into digital transformation projects.
• Leading service improvement and clinical transformation initiatives.
• Supervising and developing pharmacists, technicians and trainees.
• Maintaining a clinical pharmacy role while supporting digital transformation

2. Highly Specialist Digital Pharmacist Clinical Safety & Medicines Governance

This role focuses on digital clinical safety, medicines governance and risk management. Working collaboratively across pharmacy, digital services and clinical teams, you will lead the safe governance of medication-related digital systems and ensure patient safety remains at the centre of digital transformation.

You will act as a Clinical Safety Officer, support compliance with national clinical safety standards, lead risk management activities and contribute to the development of safe, effective digital medicines systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading clinical safety and governance for digital medicines systems.
• Acting as Clinical Safety Officer for medication-related systems.
• Managing clinical risk assessments, hazard logs and safety documentation.
• Leading learning from digital and medication-related incidents.
• Supporting medicines safety initiatives and digital transformation programmes.
• Providing expert advice on medicines governance, patient safety and clinical risk management.
• Delivering training and development for pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintaining a clinical pharmacy role alongside governance responsibilities.

See the job descriptions and person specifications for both roles for further details.

When applying please state in you Supporting Information if you are applying for one or both roles. Interviews for both posts will be undertaken at the same time.

Person Specification

1. Education and qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with the GPhC (A)
• Degree in Pharmacy (4-year programme leading to MPharm, BPharm or BSc [Pharmacy]) or equivalent experience (A)
• Evidence of up-to-date continuing professional development (A)
• Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or equivalent (A)

Desirable

• Qualified Independent Prescriber (A)

2. Education and qualifications

Essential

• GPhC registered Pharmacist (A)
• Clinical experience to Master's level (A/I)
• NHS Digital clinical safety training at Essentials & Intermediate level, or equivalent (A/I) - postholder expected to undertake within one month of appointment
• NHS Digital clinical safety training at Practitioner level, or equivalent (A/I) - postholder expected to undertake within 2-12 months of appointment

Desirable

• Formal human factors training (A/I)
• Formal leadership and management qualification (A/I)

1. Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• In-depth clinical process knowledge, underpinned by the use of IT systems across the Trust (A/I)
• Ability to manage the investigation, analysis and design of current and future clinical processes and workflows (A/I)
• High level influencing skills: able to persuade clinicians to engage with, implement and embed change to achieve successful outcomes (A/I)
• Ability to assess complex processes and structure re-design plans in a logical and organised manner (A/I)
• Information skills: able to critique and interpret information, based on an understanding of clinical and information processes, and analytical skills (A/I)
• Ability to build relationships in clinical and non-clinical areas within the organisation, across the local NHS community and to external organisations, including IT suppliers (A/I)
• Ability to manage the relationship between IM&T and clinical stakeholders to ensure full project engagement and commitment (A/I)
• Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations, competing demands and tight timescales (A/I)
• Excellent communication skills: able to express complicated, multi-stranded concepts in an accessible way, both verbally and in writing and in a multi-professional environment (A/I)
• High level presentation skills: able to confidently present information publicly using a variety of media in different settings, in both 1:1 settings and to large gatherings of clinical professionals (A/I)
• Technical skills: competent in the use of ICT (A/I)

2. Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of DCB0160 and DCB0129 standards (A/I)
• Experience of systems analysis, design, development, testing, release, support and maintenance (A/I)
• In-depth knowledge of clinical pharmacy, prescribing practice and clinical workflows (A/I)
• Extensive knowledge of human factors and their contribution to and control in the context of patient harm (A/I)
• Knowledge of measures that can be effectively applied to reduce associated risk (A/I)
• Ability to facilitate consensus between involved stakeholders (A/I)
• Strong project management skills (A/I)
• Excellent management, communication and interpersonal skills (A/I)
• Ability to demonstrate discretion and diplomacy (A/I)
• Critical appraisal and logical reasoning (A/I)
• Problem-solving skills (A/I)
• Demonstrates good analytical and reflective skills (A/I)
• Well-developed concentration skills utilised over long periods of time throughout the working day in managing complex issues (A/I)

1. Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in clinical practice (A/I)
• Experience of successful hands-on delivery and management of complex service improvement / clinical transformation work within and across divisions (A/I
• Significant experience of clinical processes and workflows and an understanding of how IT systems interact with the clinical environment across the Trust (A/I)
• Extensive experience and knowledge with the management of patient pathways in a clinical setting (A/I)
• Experience of transformation and change projects within an acute Trust (A/I)
• Understanding of NHS standards, guidelines and clinical best practice (A/I)
• Experience in dealing with senior clinical staff and an ability to gain clinical confidence in implementing change (A/I)
• Proven ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders within and outside the organisation and in a multi-professional environment (A/I)

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of project management processes (A/I)

2. Experience

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking complex investigations (A/I)
• Experience of project management and managing change (A/I)
• Experience of quality improvement techniques and practice (A/I)

1. Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent motivation to encourage collaborative working across departments where there may be resistance to change, and ability to use informed persuasion to influence others (A/I)
• Excellent communicator both orally and in writing (A/I)
• Successful influencer and negotiator (A/I)
• Ability to generate enthusiasm and commitment in others (A/I)
• Confidence and self-motivation (A/I)
• Credible in a multi-professional environment (A/I)

2. Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and within a team (A/I)
• Self-motivated (A/I)
• Attention to detail with a thorough and systematic approach to tasks and high standards of accuracy and execution (A/I)
• An understanding and commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and equity (A/I)
• Polite, professional and friendly approach and commitment to uphold the organisation's values and behaviours at all times (A/I)
• Prepared to be adaptable and flexible where and when required (A/I)

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Community IV Nurse

As a Community IV Nurse within our Clinical Homecare Nursing Team you will deliver safe high-quality and patient-centred nursing care to patients in their own homes and community settings

Working in partnership with NHS teams and healthcare professionals you will support patients receiving specialist Parenteral Nutrition IV therapies and other prescribed clinical interventions at home

The role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while remaining part of a supportive wider clinical team

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe high-quality patient-centred care in patients' homes and community settings

Administer prescribed Parenteral Nutrition IV therapies and clinical interventions in accordance with standard operating procedures professional standards and individual care plans

Undertake patient assessments monitor progress and identify changes in a patient's condition

Recognise and escalate clinical concerns appropriately supporting safe and effective patient care

Support the initiation of treatment ongoing care and the safe transition of patients from hospital to home

Educate train and empower patients families and carers to safely manage treatment and develop confidence and independence

Provide ongoing clinical advice guidance and support to patients throughout their homecare journey

Develop positive and professional relationships with patients families carers and healthcare professionals

Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues Senior Homecare Nurses Clinical Nurse Managers and wider healthcare teams to provide continuity of care

Maintain accurate timely and confidential clinical records in accordance with Clinical Governance requirements NMC standards and Inizio policies and procedures

Work in accordance with relevant clinical policies procedures professional standards and evidence-based practice

Contribute to patient safety quality improvement and the ongoing development of the Clinical Homecare Nursing service

Support the achievement of relevant service and programme performance measures

Maintain and develop clinical competence through mandatory training continuing professional development reflective practice and evidence-based learning

Community Working

This is a community-based position requiring regular travel to patients' homes

Visit locations and routes will vary according to patient needs and service demand

Travel between patient visits is included within your working hours

You will need to be comfortable travelling independently and hold a current valid UK driving licence

You will be responsible for managing your working day and patient visits effectively while maintaining close communication with the wider clinical team

Professional Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse you will be expected to maintain your NMC registration and practise in accordance with the NMC Code

You will take responsibility for maintaining your professional knowledge and clinical competence and participate in relevant training development and revalidation activities

Above all you will be committed to providing a positive patient experience and delivering co

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of one year's post-registration nursing experience
• Current valid UK driving licence and ability to travel regularly within the community as required by the role

Desirable

• Experience in CVAD and or Parenteral Nutrition services
• Experience working within community homecare acute or NHS healthcare settings
• Experience delivering patient education and support programmes
• Pharmaceutical or healthcare industry experience

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

Inizio Engage

Address

Inizio Engage

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

and surrounding areas

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Skills

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Deeside Community Hospital

Plough Lane

Deeside

CH5 1XS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Assessment

• Undertake specialist person-centred assessment of patients referred to the MSK Persistent Pain Service to identify factors contributing to the pain and how this affects their life informed by NICE guidance and clinical practice.
• Develop comprehensive biopsychosocial formulations that draw on evidence-based approaches to consider how psychological, physical, social and occupational factors have contributed to and maintain difficulties. This will include lifestyle and daily activities (including work and sleep disturbance), physical and psychological wellbeing, stressful life events (including previous or current physical or emotional trauma, current or past substance misuse, social support and relationships and wider factors (housing, income, culture and faith).
• Utilise appropriate standardised psychometric and outcome measures, alongside clinical interview, history and other relevant information, to inform assessment, formulation, treatment planning and evaluation of outcomes.
• Explore current coping, skills, strengths and support, including attitudes and understanding of treatment options. Assess suitability for group-based and individual psychological interventions.
• Develop and document appropriate care and support plans, to support treatment planning (including the management of flare ups)
• Undertake specialist psychological triage and assessment of patients referred to the Community MSK Persistent Pain Service, including contributing psychological expertise to multidisciplinary assessment and decisions regarding suitability and appropriateness for individual or group psychological intervention.

Therapeutic interventions

• Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions for people living with persistent pain, including approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused approaches, mindfulness-informed interventions and behavioural pain management approaches.
• Promote self-management and rehabilitation principles, supporting patients to improve functioning and quality of life despite ongoing symptoms.
• Support patients to develop practical skills and confidence to manage persistent pain and flare-ups, reduce fear and avoidance, and engage in meaningful activities and valued life roles, including family, social, educational and occupational activities.
• Manage highly complex and emotionally challenging clinical presentations appropriately and safely.

Pain Management Programmes

• Lead and co-facilitate multidisciplinary Pain Management Programmes, including the design, development and delivery of psychoeducational and therapeutic group sessions.
• Contribute specialist psychological expertise to programme development, evaluation of outcomes and review of patient experience.
• Adapt programmes to meet the needs of diverse populations and individuals with protected characteristics and support the development of digital and hybrid delivery models where appropriate.

Multidisciplinary working

• Act as an active member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to clinical discussions, MDT meetings and case reviews.
• Provide psychological consultation and guidance to colleagues managing individuals with persistent pain, working collaboratively across health and social care systems and supporting integrated care pathways and stepped-care models.

Risk management and safeguarding

• Assess and manage clinical risk in accordance with organisational policies, identifying and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Escalate concerns regarding patient safety in line with procedures and maintain accurate clinical records and risk documentation.
• Support continuous quality improvement via logging and managing incidents on Incident Reporting System.
• Escalate risks and concerns via appropriate Governance frameworks

• Provide specialist psychological consultation regarding the management of persistent pain and contribute to psychologically informed practice across the multidisciplinary team.
• Support the development of staff skills through teaching, training, supervision, mentorship and reflective practice, including assistant psychologists, trainee psychologists or other staff where appropriate.
• Where appropriate and within professional competence, contribute to the safe delegation of clinical and therapeutic activities to appropriately trained staff, providing appropriate guidance and oversight in accordance with organisational policy.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision in accordance with HCPC and professional standards, and provide placement supervision where appropriately qualified

• Contribute to service evaluation, audit, outcome measurement and quality improvement initiatives, supporting the development of innovative psychological pathways within persistent pain services.
• Contribute to policy and pathway development, support implementation of national guidance and best practice, maintain awareness of current evidence relating to persistent pain, and disseminate learning within the service.

Professional responsibilities

• Work within HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics and in accordance with British Psychological Society standards and professional codes of practice.
• Maintain registration as a Practitioner Psychologist, maintain continued professional development and evidence of reflective practice, and ensure practice is evidence-based and informed by current research.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current evidence and best practice in persistent pain management; the biopsychosocial model of pain; CBT, ACT and behavioural approaches relevant to pain; clinical governance and safeguarding frameworks; equality, diversity and inclusion principles; and risk assessment and risk management.

Desirable

• Knowledge of national pain management guidance, rehabilitation and vocational principles in persistent pain, and outcome measurement within pain services.
• Knowledge and understanding of commonly prescribed medication for anxiety, depression, common mental health difficulties and pain, including awareness of the interaction between psychological, physical and pharmacological approaches to persistent pain management.

Skills

Essential

• Highly developed psychological assessment and formulation skills; excellent written and verbal communication; ability to deliver complex psychological interventions; strong group facilitation skills; ability to adapt interventions to meet diverse patient needs; ability to manage complexity and uncertainty; ability to work independently while contributing effectively to MDT working; strong organisational and time management skills; and competence in clinical record keeping and digital systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with mental health, primary care, community and voluntary sector services to support appropriate onward referral and integrated care.

Desirable

• Experience of delivering virtual therapies and group programmes; skills in service evaluation and outcome analysis.

Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate professional qualification in Clinical, Counselling or Health Psychology, or equivalent recognised professional training, with eligibility for registration with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist
• Current HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist

Desirable

• Eligibility for Chartered Status with the British Psychological Society.
• Post-qualification training in ACT, CBT or other evidence-based approaches relevant to persistent pain.
• Additional training in group facilitation.

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification experience working as a practitioner psychologist, preferably within physical health, persistent pain, long-term conditions or a related setting.

Desirable

• Experience of using evidence-based psychological approaches, including CBT and/or ACT, with adults experiencing common mental health difficulties alongside long-term physical health conditions
• Experience working or training within persistent pain services, pain management programmes, long-term conditions and physical health services; quality improvement, audit or service development; and providing consultation and training to staff.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate and person-centred approach; commitment to multidisciplinary working; commitment to professional development and reflective practice; resilience and ability to manage emotionally demanding work; flexible and innovative approach to service delivery; and ability to act as a positive role model within the team.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of the value of lived experience in shaping services and improving outcomes for patients, families and carers.
• Demonstrates a commitment to compassionate, inclusive and person-centred care, valuing lived experience, cultural diversity and equity, and actively seeking to adapt their practice to meet the diverse needs of patients, families, carers and communities.

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

Care Unbound Ltd t/a Here

Address

The substantive base for this post is currently under review and will be confirmed prior to appointment.

The postholder will be required to work across clinical and community sites in East Sussex geography.

East Sussex

BN22 9NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hereweare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Debbie Green

Clinical Service Manager, Adult Speech and Language Therapy Email: [email protected]

Interview Date: 19.10.2026

Why you should join our Team

Our Adult Speech and Language Therapy service is a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking team working across some of Leeds's major acute and rehabilitation services. The rotation gives you experience across pathways, from acute assessment and early intervention through to specialist stroke and complex rehabilitation. Each placement offers a different clinical perspective and the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues in Speech and Language Therapy. We are committed to developing our Band 5 workforce. You will have regular supervision, peer support, reflective practice, continuing professional development and opportunities for joint working and skill sharing. You will be encouraged to ask questions, develop clinical reasoning and gradually take greater responsibility with support matched to your experience and competencies. Joining the rotation means becoming part of a wider Adult SLT service with strong professional leadership and opportunities to contribute to teaching, outcome measurement, quality improvement and service development. It is an excellent place to build confidence, discover your areas of interest and develop towards future specialist practice.

What you will bring to the role

We are looking for enthusiastic clinicians who can demonstrate:

A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy with HCPC registration

A genuine interest in working with adults with communication and swallowing difficulties.

Varied clinical-placement or relevant experience involving communication and swallowing caseloads.

A good theoretical and working knowledge of dysphagia, with enthusiasm for further competency development.

A professional, compassionate and positive approach to patient care.

Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to coordinated care.

Strong organisation, time-management and caseload-prioritisation skills, with willingness to seek guidance appropriately.

Flexibility and adaptability to work across different clinical settings, hospital sites and rotational placements.

Commitment to evidence-based practice, reflection and continuing professional development.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are.

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

• Please click apply to view applicant criteria

Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Cross Site

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description detailing the main responsibilities for this role. The document provides further information about the key duties, day-to-day activities, and expectations of the position, as well as the skills, knowledge, and experience required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSA II/OCR or other computing qualification or equivalent experience
• GCSE English Grade C or above or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when dealing as first point of contact with all levels of staff in person, on the telephone and in written correspondence
• Effective handling of highly confidential information ensuring high level of discretion at all times
• Excellent planning and organising skills
• Ability to be adaptive and flexible in response to additional workload
• Able to work to tight deadlines whilst ensuring work is of a high standard
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment
• Excellent word processing skills including accurate and speedy typing and audio typing
• Ability to work on own initiative

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing administration support to a team of staff including senior managers or dedicated support to a senior member of staff
• Experience of co-ordinating complex meetings involving staff from other departments/organisations
• Experience of maintaining information systems e.g. databases
• Demonstrable commitment and understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrable commitment to equality and diversity e.g. awareness of potential considerations when booking venues and inviting delegates to meetings

Desirable

• Understanding of key service area processes

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ridge Hill Centre

Dudley

DY8 5ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Orthoptics BMedSci OR . BSc (Hons) Orthoptics OR . Orthoptics BSc (Hons) OR . Diploma from British Orthoptic Council (DBO)
• To be registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Postgraduate plus further training relevant to sub-specialist practice e.g. higher degree e.g. MSc OR Relevant short courses and experience to a Masters level
• Accredited clinical tutors' course
• Experience and qualification as a Low Vision Trainer with specialised knowledge and skills in this field.

Desirable

• Role of clinical advisor or active involvement in a BIOS extended role clinical advisory group
• Post masters experience in specialist area developing advanced clinical skills and leadership
• Leadership qualification
• Medical exemptions for Orthoptists

Experience

Essential

• Advanced clinical practice, both in theory and practical knowledge in a range of clinical areas, particularly in neuro-orthoptics
• Knowledge and experience of clinical matters beyond direct clinical role
• Significant advanced clinical experience in assessment & management of patients with active and sight-threatening disease across multiple areas of specialist clinical practice
• Evidence of on-going commitment to continuing professional development following BIOS/HCPC guidelines.
• Visual field examination and interpretation
• Experience of clinical teaching of Orthoptics.
• IT skills

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• To be approachable and maintain an excellent rapport with colleagues
• Good verbal and written communication skills with adults, carers, parents and children, students and all staff disciplines.
• Evidence of working successfully as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently.
• Ability to produce written reports

Desirable

• Skilled in use of slit lamp, optic disc imaging and interpretation of visual fields results, or other ophthalmic investigations usually carried out by specialist medical staff
• Experience of research and development activities
• Experience undertaking and presenting audit

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate complex, sensitive and potentially conflicting information to patients and other stakeholders in an appropriate manner independent of their level of understanding
• Leadership, organisational and negotiating skills
• Ability to use initiative and quickly interpret complex and potentially conflicting clinical information
• Capable of performing sustained high intensity work in a pressurised clinical environment
• Skills of persuasion
• Possesses precise, fine-motor physical examination skills
• Works well autonomously
• Self-motivated
• Conscientious
• Enthusiastic
• Excellent time management

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Orthoptic Department

Sheffield

S10 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the documents attached for a detailed Job Description and Person Specification for this role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education / 5 GCSE's or equivalent qualification
• Word processing / typing at RSA/OCR Level II (or equivalent)

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CAMHS SPA

Abbotts Street

Walsall

WS3 3AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard (or equivalent) with grade C or above in English

Desirable

• Qualification / certificates in customer service

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in customer care in a front line role

Desirable

• Experience of providing reception duties
• Can self-analyse own work and performance - Ability to recognise own limitations and act upon them appropriately

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

BrisDoc Healthcare Services

Address

BrisDoc Healthcare Services

Unit 21, Osprey Court, Business Park, Hawkfield Way

Bristol

BS14 0BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The salary for this post is NHS comparable, and the successful applicant will be employed on Sunderland Counselling Service (SCS) terms and conditions, working within Sunderland Talking Therapies. The successful candidate will be entitled to SCS benefits such as access to our 24/7 employee assistance programme to support wellbeing and will be within a probationary period for 12 months. Sunderland Talking Therapies consists of a large multidisciplinary team including PWPs, Community Practitioners, High Intensity Therapies (of multiple modalities) and a counsellor. A Senior Management Team including Team Managers, Clinical Leads, Senior PWPs, Low Intensity Service Leads and a Clinical Manager oversee the service and support staff. Sunderland Talking Therapies also works as a single point of access for patients entering Talking Therapies or Counselling via Sunderland Counselling Service, Sunderland Mind and Washington Mind.

Our PWP workforce is a valuable and highly respected element of the service. The PWP role in our service is varied and will allow you to gain a wide range of experience and skills. As a service we are committed to developing the skills and knowledge of our PWPs through providing opportunities to participate in service development projects and complete further training e.g. PWP supervisors course, LTC training and leadership training. We are also committed to enhancing and maintaining the wellbeing of our PWP workforce.

Sunderland Counselling Service may use AI detection tools to assess the originality of submitted applications, or it may be obvious from the way it is written that the application is AI generated. Applications found or suspected to be generated by AI will be summarily rejected and will not progress through the recruitment process.

Person Specification

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• High quality and timely clinical note recording (e.g. session notes and care plans) and ability to write reports and letters

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification from an accredited PWP Training Course.
• PWP registration with BPS or BABCP or being able and eligible to apply for this immediately once in post.

Desirable

• Psychology or other health and care related undergraduate degree
• Completion of an accredited course relating to working with long-term conditions within Low Intensity therapy.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working effectively as a PWP within a high-pressured setting (primary care or equivalent).
• Experience of managing own PWP clinical caseload.

Desirable

• Evidence of communicating with people from diverse backgrounds and using an interpreter.
• Experience of adapting Low Intensity CBT approaches to work with neurodiversity.
• Experience of adapting Low Intensity CBT approaches to work with individuals with long-term conditions and/or medically unexplained symptoms.

Other requirements

Essential

• Willingness and ability to work clinically on an evening where required by the service.
• Willingness and ability to travel to various locations for patient appointments.

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of NICE guidelines for the treatment of anxiety disorders and depression and experience of applying these in practice.
• Experience of building good working relationships within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of the managing clinical risk within PWP work.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Sunderland Counselling Service

Address

51 John Street

Sunderland

SR1 1QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sunderlandcounselling.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication and Relationship SkillsAble to communicate complex information effectively with colleagues in pressured situations, such as equipment failure or breakdowns.

Able to work as part of a team and foster good working relationships with colleagues and suppliers.

Responsible for ensuring effective communications within their service and across professional boundaries, overcoming barriers to understanding.

Analytical and Judgemental SkillsPerform patient specific QA measurements, using a range of equipment and software, and analyse and advise on clinical suitability. Analyse and interpret the results. To include understanding of when escalation to an MPE is appropriate.

Analyse quality assurance and commissioning data related to external beam and brachytherapy treatment machines, CT scanners and associated equipment. Exercise judgement on when tolerances are exceeded, escalating as appropriate.

Analyse and interpret patient dosimetric calculations, assessments or measurements, e.g., electron cut-out factors, and investigate deviations from the required dose.

Advise on the acceptability of individual dose assessments, compare options and suggest treatment modifications to meet clinical tolerances.

Understand and apply relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines, e.g. IRR, IR(ME)R, ISO 9001, Data Protection Act, Caldicott and other relevant BSI and ISO standards, professional and regulatory body reports and guidelines.

Planning and Organisational SkillsAble to plan work required for commissioning new equipment within agreed time frames, often forming part of a wider plan, and involving multiple staff groups.

Understands the radiotherapy pathway and systems, enabling the effective management and support of clinical workflows.

Responsibilities for patient/client careProvide specialist clinical technical services within Radiotherapy Physics, assisting in the dosimetry, QA and maintenance of radiotherapy treatment machines and associated equipment, as well as in routine radiotherapy treatment planning as required; this work requires familiarity with the Radiotherapy Physics Quality Assurance procedures and national guidelines.

Develop and maintain specialist knowledge in Radiotherapy Physics.

Take the lead in particular projects (under supervision) intended to provide service development and improvement, achieved particularly through hardware and software developments.

Propose and play a part in the development of clinical and scientific procedures and work instructions to implement changes in clinical or scientific practice under the service quality management system.

Responsible for safe use of equipment by other staff members.

Responsibility for human resources (including training)Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of staff, students and other trainees, as required. This may include the preparation and giving of lectures on areas of Radiotherapy Physics to Scientific, Technical, Clinical, nursing and ancillary staff.

Able to plan workload for self and junior colleagues to ensure machine QA is completed within maintenance window, or dosimetry equipment is calibrated within appropriate time frame.

Keep careful records of all work performed and maintain department records as required.

Prepare reports, analyse and present scientific data when needed.

Participate in the development and introduction of new treatment technologies, techniques and dosimetry.

Freedom to ActWork independently, balancing the demands of routine planning, QA and dosimetry work, within clearly defined occupational policies with developmental projects.

Participate in wider radiotherapy activities, undertaking projects and tasks in accordance with agreed priorities and strategies.

Physical EffortMust be able to frequently sit in a restricted position for several long periods during a work session.

Able to move complex equipment, sometimes in confined spaces, and to install or remove delicate hardware components, taking appropriate anti-static precautions.

Able to lift medium/heavy weights on occasion (e.g. large monitor screens, Lead shielding blocks), attach scanning equipment to treatment machines, move large water reservoirs etc. Safe systems of work are imposed to minimise risk of injury.

Mental EffortFrequent requirement for concentration and is able to respond appropriately when subject to frequent unpredictable working patterns (e.g. when interrupted to provide urgent advice on the processing of data for a particular patient or treatment machine) or to meet service requirements, e.g., QA sessions.

Able to manage time flexibly to meet the requirements of the service.

Able to concentrate frequently and for prolonged periods (e.g. carrying out computer software development, troubleshooting, installation and testing or a sequence of Quality Assurance measurements) and processing measured beam data for the treatment planning system, commissioning measurements and radiation dosimetry.

Emotional EffortAble to deal with stressful circumstances (e.g. working to restore clinical systems to working order when patients and staff activity has been disrupted)

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• B.Sc. (Hons) in Physics 1st or 2.1 class or an appropriate relevant science or equivalent
• M.Sc. in Medical Physics or equivalent
• Professional registration as a Clinical Scientist with Health and Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Member of an appropriate professional body

Skills

Essential

• Strong abilities in solving scientific, mathematical and algorithmic problems
• Specialist skills in Radiotherapy Physics
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge of Radiotherapy Physics and peripheral knowledge of other areas within Medical Physics
• Understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment or process failure and staff error, with respect to Radiotherapy. Able to exercise judgement on complex facts or situations requiring urgent interpretation and analysis, followed by a comparison of the possible options for action
• Significant understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines relevant to Radiotherapy e.g. IRR, IRMER, Advancing Safer Radiotherapy
• Specialist knowledge of a wide range of clinical radiotherapy techniques and work practices with an understanding of the clinical data flow patterns and processing used by the relevant professionals in Radiotherapy
• Good understanding of legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines relevant to Radiotherapy Physics practice in general e.g. IRR, IRMER, ISO 9001
• Manual dexterity and understanding to handle delicate electronic instruments and components

Specialist attributes

Essential

• Ability to work individually and as a team member
• Ability to effectively manage unpredictable workloads and resources

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work in line with and role model Group values

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in clinical science, ideally radiotherapy physics
• Evidence through, for example, CPD and Appraisal, to confirm professional career progression and continuing learning

Desirable

• Experience in research and development activities
• A track record to demonstrate developing experience in project management

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Lincoln County Hospital

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 2 A level's or equivalent Level 3 qualification in a subject relevant to the post
• GCSE English and Maths - Grade 4-9 or equivalent
• Relevant Level 5 qualification (Diploma level) or equivalent e.g. Foundation degree, HNC. Or agreement to work towards

Desirable

• ECDL or equivalent
• Other related Healthcare qualifications

Previous Experience

Essential

• Experience as a therapy assistant or senior health care support worker or equivalent in hospital or community
• Experience of collecting/recording information on paper and computer systems
• Experience of using good service user relations and effective communication skills including face to face, telephone and written

Desirable

• Experience of working as a therapy assistant practitioner
• Experience of working under pressure
• Experience of leading and developing group work

Knowledge, Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and without direct supervision
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Therapy
• Demonstrated professional behaviour
• Evidence of personal development in previous employment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Evidence of prioritisation skills and good organisational skills
• IT Skills - Digitally literate
• Proven ability to use initiative and recognise own limitations knowing when to seek further assistance
• Demonstrated resilience and emotional intelligence
• Ability to demonstrate non-discriminatory and inclusive practice
• Caring and compassionate

Desirable

• Supportive communication skills with people experiencing language impairment

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Good attendance record
• Willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills
• Demonstrated ability to complete appraisal objectives
• Ability to travel across county/sites
• Commitment to support the Trust Values

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pilgrim Hospital

Sibsey Road

Boston and Base +1

PE21 9QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To develop skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct appropriate intervention. To demonstrate specialist emergency care and trauma expertise underpinned by theory and incorporating evidence-based practice, evidenced by completion of appropriate work-based learning competencies To maintain accountability and demonstrate skills in undertaking assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients presenting with emergency care needs without supervision To be able to conduct a rapid history and A-E patient assessment, documenting this appropriately, with the ability to effectively hand a patient over to the ED Doctor or Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) in a thorough and timely manner To work with the clinical team to ensure that all patients have equitable access to investigations, treatment and follow-up care. To work with the clinical team to develop best practice in line with national guidance (such as NICE/ RCEM). To work with the multidisciplinary team to deliver quality standards in line with evidence based practice. To demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills and share this with others to positively influence patient care. To provide a comprehensive nursing service for patients with conditions within the specialty. To use clinical judgement and skills in decision making to manage this caseload of patients. To review and modify planned interventions in response to the needs of emergency care patients acting independently where appropriate and seeking advice where required To order and where appropriate obtain appropriate diagnostic investigations. Such as x-rays, article blood gases and laboratory tests, to assist in managing episodes of care To identify deteriorating patients and take the appropriate action to manage the situation, liaising with interdisciplinary team as appropriate. To obtain valid and effective consent from patients prior to any investigations and treatment. To provide leadership for the nursing team in the resuscitation area to ensure a high standard of patient care, providing support and supervision as required. Providing appropriate escalation if care needs are not being met, to the Nurse-In-Charge and/or Doctor/ ACP in charge of patient care in that area. Working closely with wider Trust multi-professional teams such as critical care and outreach. To complete and administer a range of medications under Patient Group Directives (PGDs) once completion of training, to aid patient care Partnership: To work with patients and carers to assess their specific educational needs to ensure that they receive full information about their condition. Partnership: To provide patient education and appropriate information leaflets. Partnership: To provide a seamless service for patients across an integrated pathway of care. Partnership: To refer patients to other appropriate specialists to ensure the needs of the patients are met. Partnership: To involve patients/carers views in developing a vision for the future of the service by undertaking patient questionnaire reflecting their experiences and outcomes. To keep accurate and complete records of activities and communications consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. To review and maintain standards of documentation in accordance with NMC and Trust standards for records and record keeping.Organisational management To coordinate the admission / reception of new patients and arrange care of their property in accordance with Trust policy To work in close liaison with the multi-disciplinary team across the pathway in order to meet the needs of patients and their famillies, and to aim for seamless care. To assist in the development of the service To vigorously promote the patients participation in decision-making, enabling informed choice of treatment. To attend meetings relevant to the role and represent views of others in formal surroundings To establish effective working relationships with other health care professionals whose role impinges on the service To maintain and monitor a safe and clean environment within the clinical area in accordance with the Trusts Health & Safety policy To be familiar with iCare and any other computerised system integral to the running of the department Financial: As part of the team, take responsibility for the effective and efficient use of resources, being aware of resource requirements and limitations. Financial: Ensure all equipment and supplies in the clinical area are maintained to enable delivery of efficient and safe care. Financial: As part of the team, evaluate equipment and make recommendations relevant to purchasing policies in conjunction with Procurement. To contribute to the development of local and Trust policies in relation to the implementation of NICE guidance.

Education & Research Take a role in the education and assessment of all pre and post registration students in accordance with the University and Trust and NMC/HCPC requirements. Supporting staff in emergency care with a primary focus on resuscitation skills based education. To provide clinical and educational support as needed to ensure staff caring for emergency care patients develop and maintain the necessary level of competence To work with the team to develop guidelines to enhance optimal management of patients. To collect appropriate data against NICE guidance. To use audit as a tool to improve practice and evaluate services. To work with the team to implement recommendations from National audits and benchmarking. To contribute to any audits requested by the Trust, Commissioners or Nationally. To identify areas of research/audit with the aim to improve evidence based care. To contribute to the implementation of NICE guidance to ensure the continuous education of staff in appropriate clinical areas in relation to their understanding and utilisation of evidence-based practice. To identify objectives for own professional development which reflect local and national service needs, accessing advice, guidance and support as appropriate. Maintain portfolio of evidence to support personal and professional development in line with Trust and HMC/HCPC requirements. To develop own specialist clinical knowledge and skills and participate in the development of other staff To reflect on own practice through clinical supervision/mentorship To contribute both formally and informally to the education, training and development of clinical staff across the integrated pathway of care. To keep up-to-date with new innovations/research within the specialty. To undertake research projects where appropriate, with other members of the team.General To develop and maintain own clinical skills, academic knowledge and expertise as appropriate. To act in accordance with the NMC / HCPC code of professional practice for nurses/midwives. To comply with all policies and procedures eg Health and Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act. To exercise sensitivity and diplomacy regarding role boundaries with other healthcare professionals across the Trust To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role, to follow relevant Trust policies and professional codes and to maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role To undertake such duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service for the Trust

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Post registration speciality course
• 1st Level Degree or equivalent
• Teaching and assessing qualification
• ALS course
• Experience with PGDs

Desirable

• Advanced assessment
• ALS GIC
• ATNC / TNCC / Trauma

Experience

Essential

• 3 years experience
• Team leadership
• Ability to work autonomously
• MDT working

Desirable

• Band 6 in ED/ ITU / Pre-hospital

Knowledge

Essential

• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Decision making skills
• Evidence of CPD
• Time management skills

Desirable

• Good IT Skills
• Knowledge of research and audit

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High street

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.

Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.

Person Specification

Application Completion

Essential

• ALL sections of application form FULLY completed

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of continued development

Desirable

• Care certificate or NVQ

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment)
• To work effectively as part of a team
• Basic literacy and arithmetic skills
• Understands the importance of confidentiality
• Insight into the needs of patients and colleagues

Desirable

• Understands the principles of clinical governance
• Shows awareness of risk assessment and risk management
• Previous experience of working as a Nursing Assistant/ HCSW
• Previous experience or a passion to work with Frailty and Dementia patients

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Good communication - verbal/written
• Able to work well in a team
• Can build a good rapport with patients

Special Attributes and other

Essential

• Shows motivation in developing new skills
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
• Flexible and reliable

Other Requirements

Essential

• Good time keeper
• Ability to work from both hospital sites as required to meet the demands of the service

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

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out all health record management duties in a manner that contributes to the provision of a full, confidential health records service, supporting patient care, achieving departmental targets and ensuring compliance with Health Records Operational Policy, UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Assist in managing the health records department by allocating workload, rostering staff to ensure adequate skill mix and maintaining internal records management processes.

Retrieve and provide case notes for all planned and emergency inpatient admissions across the Trust where the records are located in the health records libraries and / or in off-site storage.

Access, print and work from record request lists managed as part of electronic patient administration system (PAS) Trak Care.

Request records to be returned to site from off site storage using external companys web based electronic tracking system when required.

Deal with telephone enquires internally and from external organisations including requests for patients to be registered on Trak Care where the patient has not been previously known to the trust, accessing the NHS national systems where required.

Assist in locating case notes that have been miss filed with in the Health records Library.

Participate in and trouble shoot, scanning and document uploading processes used in the transition between paper and electronic document management.

Undertaking appraisals for Band 2.

Provide guidance and advice to staff of information in accordance to current legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCE/GCSE standard English and Maths or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Confident in using basic windows based IT applications
• Experience of planning and organising own workload
• Previous experience working in an environment where confidentiality and information security must be maintained

Desirable

• Previous experience working health records management
• Experience in supervising a team

Knowledge / Skills

Essential

• Ability to work well as part of a team and support other members of the team
• Good time management skills including the ability to work to set deadlines
• Knowledge of trusts patient systems (including TrakCare)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly,calmly, quickly and accurately under pressure.

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 (Gloucestershire Royal Hospital / Cheltenham General Hospital)

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform routine Quality Control (QC) microbiology testing in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and departmental procedures.
• Perform sterility testing on site in dedicated sterility testing isolator.
• Perform routine microbiological identification techniques, including the operation of equipment such as MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry, following appropriate training.
• Perform media growth promotion (fertility) testing, environmental monitoring, endotoxin testing, process biological/enzyme indicators and bioburden testing as required.
• Demonstrate and maintain appropriate cleanroom behaviours and aseptic techniques, including gowning, cleaning, transfer disinfection, environmental monitoring, documentation and adherence to GMP.
• Accurately record, review and maintain microbiology testing data in compliance with data integrity requirements and departmental procedures.
• Assist with microbiological investigations, including Out of Specification (OOS) results and deviations, providing factual information to support senior staff.
• Prepare, label, store and maintain microbiological reagents, media and consumables, ensuring appropriate stock control and rotation.
• Assist with the receipt, ordering and inventory management of QC microbiology materials and laboratory consumables.
• Support routine maintenance, calibration, qualification checks and servicing schedules for QC microbiology equipment, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Contribute to the preparation, review and updating of laboratory documentation, including SOPs, worksheets and logbooks under the guidance of senior staff.
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness, organisation and compliance of the QC microbiology laboratories and associated cleanroom facilities.
• Support the training and induction of new members of staff and students in routine laboratory procedures where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams to ensure the timely delivery of microbiology testing services.
• Comply with all Trust policies, Health and Safety requirements, GMP regulations and Quality Management System procedures.
• Demonstrate compassionate, inclusive and professional behaviours, contributing positively to team working, continuous improvement and a culture of quality and patient safety.
• To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience working in a microbiology or quality control laboratory.

Desirable

• Experience working within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or aseptic manufacturing environment.
• Experience of environmental monitoring, sterility testing, microbial identification or media growth promotion testing.
• Experience using Pharmaceutical Quality Systems or Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Experience supporting equipment qualification, validation or routine maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools.
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods.
• Experience participating in quality improvement activities.
• Experience training or mentoring colleagues in routine laboratory techniques.
• Experience using electronic quality management systems (eQMS).

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant scientific qualification (e.g. BTEC Level 3, Foundation Degree, HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent knowledge and experience in Microbiology, Biomedical Science or a related discipline).

Desirable

• Degree in Microbiology or other relevant scientific discipline.
• Eligible to be Registered Professional with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), Health and Care Professions Council HCPC, Royal Society for Chemistry (RSC) or Royal Society for Biology (RSB), or Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northumbria Healthcare Manufacturing and Innovation Hub

Avenue Road

Seaton Delaval

NE25 0QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Location: West Yorkshire SARC

Additional Locations:

Humberside SARC,

North Yorkshire SARC,

South Yorkshire SARC

Salary: £45,615.20 FTE based on 42 hours per week (£20.83 per hour)

Part Time Position - 24 hours per week.

Hours: rota basis covering 24/7, 365 days per year.

On call working from home during out of hours.

Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the Health & Justice care sector? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person to join a growing, innovative and market-leading service provider within Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). The role of SOE is critical in providing victims of sexual assault with the dedicated support and care required.

We're looking for caring and compassionate RN's, Midwifes, RMN's or Paramedics to join us as Sexual Offence Examiner to provide holistic care and support to victims of sexual assault. As a Sexual Offence Examiner, you'll receive full training and support to become a qualified Forensic Practitioner, with further opportunities to undertake additional higher education after one year in-post.

Join the Best Provider, Make the Greatest Difference Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly growing career path as demand for specialist critical services has greatly increased in recent years. At Mountain Healthcare, we understand that to provide the highest quality services for our patients and customers, our people must be the best in the field.

DE&I Mountain Healthcare aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace. We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.

Company benefits

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Registered Nurse, Midwife, Paramedic.
• A minimum of 3 years + relevant post qualification experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults.
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality.
• Phlebotomy skills.
• Experience of autonomous working.
• Because of the nature of the Sexual Offence Examiner, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e.
• Whilst the position may be based from one location, additional travel may be a requirement of the role across SARC's, therefore a UK driving license is required for this role and access to a vehicle.
• Advanced DBS and level 2 Police vetting will be required.

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

Mountain Healthcare Ltd

Address

Leeds

LS27 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office Suite and screening software
• Accurate and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and customer service
• Ability to work alone with limited supervision
• Prioritising workload

Desirable

• Using own initiative
• Able to promote and adapt new working practices

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience
• Working in a clinic environment with patients

Desirable

• Running own clinics
• Previous experience of screening programmes

Qualifications

Essential

• To work towards Health Service Diploma and achieve
• Educated to A level and evidence of further education
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Health Service Diploma
• Educated to degree level

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

DESP Abbey Block

Isebrook Hospital, Irthlingborough Road

Wellingborough

NN8 1LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Corporate Elective Access Team is looking to recruit to a team of 18 week validations clerks. We are looking for well-organized, motivated individuals to join our team as an 18 weeks validation clerk. This is a full time position (37.5 hours) in a service that is delivered across all sites of the Oxford University Hospitals Trust

The post holder will be required to understand the principles of the administration processes of 18 week patient pathways and have the ability to review/validate data to verify pathway accuracy. We are looking for a flexible member of staff who is able to function in a busy environment, offering training to staff across the Trust in relation to Elective Access standards, and in accordance with the Government Access Targets and the Trusts Patient Access Policy.

Due to the data entry/data quality nature of the post, the post holder requires an eye for detail and accuracy. The post holder will be expected to work with staff across the Trust to promote the importance of accurate 18 week data recording and to assist with 18 week training. Previous experience in an administration role will be required. Experience of using Cerner Millennium and an understanding of 18 weeks and elective access targets would be an advantage.

This role is a full time role Monday to Friday and hours can be agreed between 8am and 6pm, occasional working outside of these hours and weekend working may be required.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• oGood general level of education and significant relevant experience
• oEvidence of recent professional development

Experience and Skills

Essential

• oHave substantial previous administrative experience within the NHS.
• oExperienced knowledge of waiting list management
• oExperience of dealing with stresses/upset individuals in an empathetic manner.
• oExperience of clinical systems
• oExperienced in using Cerner Millennium
• oExperience of using Trust information systems
• oUnderstanding of 18 week RTT pathways
• oExperience of training staff in the use of systems
• oExperience of achieving objectives in rapidly changing environments.
• oKeen to further own training and development
• oAbility to prioritise heavy workload to meet deadlines
• oAbility to work independently and as a member of a team.
• oGood working knowledge of Medical terminology
• oComputer Literate with working knowledge of databases & spreadsheets.
• oECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) or equivalent.
• oHigh standard of spoken and written English.
• oExperience in collating, analysing and interpreting clinical datasets

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• oGood organisational skills
• oExcellent attention to detail
• oHard working with a motivated enthusiastic attitude.
• oStrong communication skills

Interpersonal/Communication

Essential

• oExcellent interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with a wide range of health professionals and as part of a team
• oDiplomatic and able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients both verbally and in writing.
• oOrganized logical approach to work.
• oAbility to work independently and within a team.
• oAbility to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• oAbility to work with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of participating in "lifelong learning"

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

OUH Cowley

Garsington Road

Oxford

OX4 2PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Visits to the department can be arranged. Please contact Sharon Duxbury [email protected] / 01865 235476 to arrange a visit or for more information about this post.

Person Specification

Shortlist Offline

Essential

• Post registration experience of working as a Therapeutic Radiographer with rotations through pre-treatment and treatment
• BSc (Hon) in Radiotherapy
• HCPC Therapeutic Radiographer registration
• Core knowledge of a range of radiotherapy equipment and techniques together with the principles underlying them
• Core knowledge of the principles of radiotherapy treatment planning and radiation dosimetry as applied to radiotherapy treatments
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to use treatment planning systems and virtual simulation software.
• Knowledge of current IR(ME) Regulations and responsibilities relating to own professional practice

Desirable

• Experience of complex techniques delivery e.g. SABR, SRS
• Evidence of post graduate training

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Oxford Cancer & Haematology Centre, Churchill Hospital, Old Road, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office Suite and screening software
• Accurate and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and customer service
• Ability to work alone with limited supervision
• Prioritising workload

Desirable

• Using own initiative
• Able to promote and adapt new working practices

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience
• Working in a clinic environment with patients

Desirable

• Running own clinics
• Previous experience of screening programmes

Qualifications

Essential

• To work towards Health Service Diploma and achieve
• Educated to A level and evidence of further education
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Health Service Diploma
• Educated to degree level

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

DESP Abbey Block

Isebrook Hospital, Irthlingborough Road

Wellingborough

NN8 1LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses Midwives and Allied Health Professionals.

Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable understanding of the extent of the role
• Broad knowledge base of acute and chronic conditions
• Be aware and act in accordance with NMC code of professional conduct
• Understanding of scope of professional practice.
• Understanding of reflective practice and its application
• Self awareness and appreciation of limitations
• Demonstrate ability of change management
• Problem solving skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of changing way health services are being planned and delivered
• Awareness of current changes in the delivery of healthcare

Experience

Essential

• Ability to use initiative, prioritise effectively
• Demonstrate evidence to work as part of a team
• Demonstrable recent Nursing experience
• Demonstrate evidence to motivate team/peers
• Evidence of clinical/professional development

Desirable

• Knowledge of changing health agenda and impact for community nursing
• Leadership of a team
• Recent community nursing experience

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 registered nursing qualifications

Desirable

• Post registration qualification in teaching/assessing
• Evidence of continuous professional development to degree level or equivalent experience

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to delegate effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team.
• IT skills.

Desirable

• Post registration clinical skills

Other Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel independently.
• Able to work 24/7 and flexibly across a range of in-patient and community settings.
• Promote equality and value diversity (level 3)

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

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Carlisle Network District Nurses

Hilltop Heights, London Road Community Clinic

Carlisle

CA1 2NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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