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Lead Clinical Pharmacist - Ophthalmology Band 8B
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Are you a Pharmacist with experience in ophthalmology, high-cost drug management and service development who's seeking a new challenge?
21 day(s) ago
Lead Clinical Pharmacist - Ophthalmology Band 8B
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Are you a Pharmacist with experience in ophthalmology, high-cost drug management and service development who's seeking a new challenge?
21 day(s) ago
Rotational Clinical Pharmacist
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Are you a motivated pharmacist looking to broaden your clinical experience and take the next step in your career?
21 day(s) ago
Rotational Clinical Pharmacist
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Are you a motivated pharmacist looking to broaden your clinical experience and take the next step in your career?
21 day(s) ago
Assistant Practitioner - Equipment Advisory Service
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Mersey care are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join their innovative and dynamic Equipment Advisory Se...
21 day(s) ago
Assistant Practitioner - Equipment Advisory Service
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Mersey care are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join their innovative and dynamic Equipment Advisory Se...
21 day(s) ago
Rheumatology Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist B6-7 Development post
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
North East England
GBP 40,559 - 57,365 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to take on the role of Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinical Specialist within East area of BCUHB.
21 day(s) ago
Rheumatology Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist B6-7 Development post
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
North East England
GBP 40,559 - 57,365 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to take on the role of Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinical Specialist within East area of BCUHB.
21 day(s) ago
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you an experienced mental health professional looking to utilise your clinical skills in a different and rewarding environment?
21 day(s) ago
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you an experienced mental health professional looking to utilise your clinical skills in a different and rewarding environment?
21 day(s) ago
Bank Band 4 Speech & Language Therapy Assistant
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 14 - 15 per hour
Counsellor
Job summary Children and Family Health Devon is a system-wide service that delivers an integrated, coordinated support model which wraps around the child, yo...
21 day(s) ago
Bank Band 4 Speech & Language Therapy Assistant
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 14 - 15 per hour
Counsellor
Job summary Children and Family Health Devon is a system-wide service that delivers an integrated, coordinated support model which wraps around the child, yo...
21 day(s) ago
Senior Physiotherapist Trauma & Orthopaedics
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary As a result of maternity leave a temporary exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our Trauma and...
21 day(s) ago
Senior Physiotherapist Trauma & Orthopaedics
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary As a result of maternity leave a temporary exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our Trauma and...
21 day(s) ago
Experienced Rotational Physiotherapist (MSK & Orthopaedics)
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Band 6 Experienced Rotational Physiotherapist - MSK & Orthopaedics We are excited to welcome an experienced and enthusiastic physiotherapist to c...
21 day(s) ago
Experienced Rotational Physiotherapist (MSK & Orthopaedics)
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Band 6 Experienced Rotational Physiotherapist - MSK & Orthopaedics We are excited to welcome an experienced and enthusiastic physiotherapist to c...
21 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical Psychologist
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are looking for an 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the team for Adults with a Learning Disability at the Regional Learning Disabili...
21 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical Psychologist
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are looking for an 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the team for Adults with a Learning Disability at the Regional Learning Disabili...
21 day(s) ago
Level 1 Social Worker
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Social Worker
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within East Staffs Community Hospitals for a Level 1 Band 5 registered Social Worker.
21 day(s) ago
Level 1 Social Worker
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Social Worker
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within East Staffs Community Hospitals for a Level 1 Band 5 registered Social Worker.
21 day(s) ago
Community Occupational Therapist Band 5 to Band 6 Development Post
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career?
21 day(s) ago
Community Occupational Therapist Band 5 to Band 6 Development Post
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career?
21 day(s) ago
Rotational Occupational Therapist
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
North East England
GBP 32,557 - 39,631 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join the Band 5 Occupational Therapy rotation in within the East area of the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health...
21 day(s) ago
Rotational Occupational Therapist
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
North East England
GBP 32,557 - 39,631 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join the Band 5 Occupational Therapy rotation in within the East area of the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health...
21 day(s) ago
Phlebotomist (Multi-Site) Unity Healthcare
Suffolk GP Federation CIC
North East England
GBP 24,784 - 26,598 per year
Health Worker
Job summary At Unity Healthcare we are looking for a compassionate, experienced and highly organised Phlebotomist to join our friendly and supportive primary...
21 day(s) ago
Phlebotomist (Multi-Site) Unity Healthcare
Suffolk GP Federation CIC
North East England
GBP 24,784 - 26,598 per year
Health Worker
Job summary At Unity Healthcare we are looking for a compassionate, experienced and highly organised Phlebotomist to join our friendly and supportive primary...
21 day(s) ago
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Counsellor
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly supportive, friendly, and forward- thinking Speech Therapy team.
21 day(s) ago
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Counsellor
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly supportive, friendly, and forward- thinking Speech Therapy team.
21 day(s) ago
Senior Neuro Occupational Therapist
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative and dynamic place to work.
21 day(s) ago
Senior Neuro Occupational Therapist
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative and dynamic place to work.
21 day(s) ago
Principal Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 0 - 79,000 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Principle Psychologist to join our integrated...
21 day(s) ago
Principal Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 0 - 79,000 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Principle Psychologist to join our integrated...
21 day(s) ago
Health Support Worker
Nimbuscare
North East England
GBP 25,065 - 26,734 per year
Health Worker
Job summary Join us at the Community Frailty Hub , where we are committed to providing integrated neighbourhood-based care to support patients to live well i...
21 day(s) ago
Health Support Worker
Nimbuscare
North East England
GBP 25,065 - 26,734 per year
Health Worker
Job summary Join us at the Community Frailty Hub , where we are committed to providing integrated neighbourhood-based care to support patients to live well i...
21 day(s) ago
Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 64,455 - 74,896 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychologist to joinour integrated Mental Heal...
21 day(s) ago
Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 64,455 - 74,896 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychologist to joinour integrated Mental Heal...
21 day(s) ago
Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 68,082 - 78,808 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychologisttojoin our Integrated Mental Healt...
21 day(s) ago
Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 68,082 - 78,808 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychologisttojoin our Integrated Mental Healt...
21 day(s) ago
Healthcare Assistant
St Luke’s Hospice
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,147 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary At St Lukes Hospice, we believe in delivering compassionate, dignified, and holistic care to people living with life-limiting illnesses.
21 day(s) ago
Healthcare Assistant
St Luke’s Hospice
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,147 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary At St Lukes Hospice, we believe in delivering compassionate, dignified, and holistic care to people living with life-limiting illnesses.
21 day(s) ago
Mental Health Duty Practitioner
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary **SUBJECT TO AFC BANDING APPROVAL** We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Duty Mental Health Practitioner to join us in a new role...
21 day(s) ago
Mental Health Duty Practitioner
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary **SUBJECT TO AFC BANDING APPROVAL** We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Duty Mental Health Practitioner to join us in a new role...
21 day(s) ago
Physiotherapy Assistant
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Band 2 Physiotherapy Assistant PLEASE NOTE: If you are a qualified Physiotherapist, your application will not be considered for this role.
21 day(s) ago
Physiotherapy Assistant
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Band 2 Physiotherapy Assistant PLEASE NOTE: If you are a qualified Physiotherapist, your application will not be considered for this role.
21 day(s) ago
Hospitality Assistant
St Luke’s Hospice
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,099 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Join St Luke's Hospice as a Hospitality Assistant and help provide a welcoming, high-quality service to patients, families, visitors and staff.
21 day(s) ago
Hospitality Assistant
St Luke’s Hospice
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,099 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Join St Luke's Hospice as a Hospitality Assistant and help provide a welcoming, high-quality service to patients, families, visitors and staff.
21 day(s) ago
Duty Manager | Reception Manager
Stratford Health Centre | The Forest Practice
North East England
GBP 0 - 14 per year
Health Worker
Job summary We are looking for a welcoming, efficient and highly organised Duty Manager to join our practice team, working 30 hours per week.
21 day(s) ago
Duty Manager | Reception Manager
Stratford Health Centre | The Forest Practice
North East England
GBP 0 - 14 per year
Health Worker
Job summary We are looking for a welcoming, efficient and highly organised Duty Manager to join our practice team, working 30 hours per week.
21 day(s) ago
Advanced Pharmacist - Women and Children
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, self-motivated individual to join our clinical pharmacy team as an Advanced Pharmacist - Women and Chil...
21 day(s) ago
Advanced Pharmacist - Women and Children
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, self-motivated individual to join our clinical pharmacy team as an Advanced Pharmacist - Women and Chil...
21 day(s) ago
Lead Clinical Pharmacist - Ophthalmology Band 8B
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399635
Job summary
Are you a Pharmacist with experience in ophthalmology, high-cost drug management and service development who's seeking a new challenge? We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Pharmacist to be the Lead Clinical Pharmacist in Ophthalmology.
The post holder will be leading, developing and delivering a pharmacy service to Ophthalmology in conjunction with the Ophthalmology business unit. This role will include a significant role in delivering savings across Lincolnshire by implementing the use of biosimilar or generic products, releasing key savings back into the NHS.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Pharmacist to be responsible for leading, developing and delivering a pharmacy service to Ophthalmology to ensure the service can meet the demands and will include supporting clinics.
You will be responsible for providing expert medicines management information to decision makers, senior managers and advising clinicians on prescribing protocols.
You will be responsible for leading research, innovative Pharmacy projects and audits relevant to Ophthalmology and ensuring healthcare professionals are trained appropriately to ensure safe medicines management within the specialty and Pharmacy.
About us
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.
This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.
The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
357-LN-512-26-B
Job locations
Lincoln County Hospital
Greetwell Road
Lincoln
LN2 5QY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Job description Job responsibilities What should you do next? Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters degree (or equivalent) in pharmacy
- Pharmacist registered with the GPhC
- Evidence of post registration commitment to continuing professional development
- Diploma/Msc in Clinical Pharmacy
- Independent Prescriber
Desirable
- Management/Leadership qualifications
- Project Management Qualification
- Training qualification
Previous Experience
Essential
- highly motivated
- High Level of reliability, with a positive solution focused attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical and constructive approach to problem solving
- Ability to critically appraise and analyse highly complex situations, issues, facts
- Ability to accurately evaluate and interpret information/data
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills
- Ability to motivate, support, coach, and mentor staff
- Ability to formulate and implement plans whilst liaising with and engaging all appropriate stakeholders
- Ability to prioritise work demands and meet deadlines
Skills/Competencies
Essential
- A clear understanding of current and proposed NHS developments/direction and impact on service provision/design
- Clear understanding of both secondary and primary care issues/challenges
- Demonstrable knowledge of Healthcare Standards and relevant legislation incl. relevant Hospital Pharmacy Standards and NICE guidance
- Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm to drive forward Evidence of involvement in successful NHS based business development and growth and develop Ophthalmology role
- Demonstrates ability to work autonomously
- Ability to work to a high level of accuracy in professional assessment of prescriptions and interpretation of information - including financial information. Also, when recording clinical information
- Demonstrates competence in using IT computer packages, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Intranet, and keyboard skills
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in successful NHS based business development and growth
Specific requirements
Essential
- Ambitious, hardworking, enthusiastic, and assertive
- Flexible and adaptable in line with service needs
- Ability to develop good working relationships
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work in line with and role model Group values.
- Self-motivation
- Effective communication in a variety of levels and methods
- Flexible approach and attitude to work
Desirable
- Be able to demonstrate empathy and reassurance
- Ability to work under pressure
Knowledge
Essential
- Management experience in an acute/community healthcare organisation including some or all of the following Workforce, Finance/budget, Supplies/procurement and Performance
- An ability to demonstrate experience at a range of clinical levels and settings within the healthcare environment
- Evidence of active leadership in change management, service modernization and innovation within pharmacy
- Able to demonstrate strong leadership skills and innovative thinking
- Ability to work outside of traditional boundaries
- Experience of developing & delivering training/education
- Evidence of working in multi-disciplinary teams
- Evidence of ability to interpret and convert national policy into successful operational policies
- Involvement in serious untoward incident investigations and investigations linked to healthcare complaints
- Involvement in Trust medicines-related committees e.g. Drugs and Therapeutics committee
Desirable
- Involvement in CQC inspections
- Project management
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters degree (or equivalent) in pharmacy Pharmacist registered with the GPhC Evidence of post registration commitment to continuing professional development Diploma/Msc in Clinical Pharmacy Independent Prescriber Desirable Management/Leadership qualifications Project Management Qualification Training qualification Previous Experience Essential highly motivated High Level of reliability, with a positive solution focused attitude Excellent written and verbal communication skills Analytical and constructive approach to problem solving Ability to critically appraise and analyse highly complex situations, issues, facts Ability to accurately evaluate and interpret information/data Strong influencing and negotiation skills Ability to motivate, support, coach, and mentor staff Ability to formulate and implement plans whilst liaising with and engaging all appropriate stakeholders Ability to prioritise work demands and meet deadlines Skills/Competencies Essential A clear understanding of current and proposed NHS developments/direction and impact on service provision/design Clear understanding of both secondary and primary care issues/challenges Demonstrable knowledge of Healthcare Standards and relevant legislation incl. relevant Hospital Pharmacy Standards and NICE guidance Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm to drive forward Evidence of involvement in successful NHS based business development and growth and develop Ophthalmology role Demonstrates ability to work autonomously Ability to work to a high level of accuracy in professional assessment of prescriptions and interpretation of information - including financial information. Also, when recording clinical information Demonstrates competence in using IT computer packages, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Intranet, and keyboard skills Desirable Evidence of involvement in successful NHS based business development and growth Specific requirements Essential Ambitious, hardworking, enthusiastic, and assertive Flexible and adaptable in line with service needs Ability to develop good working relationships Personal qualities Essential Ability to work in line with and role model Group values. Self-motivation Effective communication in a variety of levels and methods Flexible approach and attitude to work Desirable Be able to demonstrate empathy and reassurance Ability to work under pressure Knowledge Essential Management experience in an acute/community healthcare organisation including some or all of the following Workforce, Finance/budget, Supplies/procurement and Performance An ability to demonstrate experience at a range of clinical levels and settings within the healthcare environment Evidence of active leadership in change management, service modernization and innovation within pharmacy Able to demonstrate strong leadership skills and innovative thinking Ability to work outside of traditional boundaries Experience of developing & delivering training/education Evidence of working in multi-disciplinary teams Evidence of ability to interpret and convert national policy into successful operational policies Involvement in serious untoward incident investigations and investigations linked to healthcare complaints Involvement in Trust medicines-related committees e.g. Drugs and Therapeutics committee Desirable Involvement in CQC inspections 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.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Lincoln County Hospital
Greetwell Road
Lincoln
LN2 5QY
United Kingdom
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United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Lincoln County Hospital
Greetwell Road
Lincoln
LN2 5QY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Rotational Clinical Pharmacist
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399630
Job summary
Are you a motivated pharmacist looking to broaden your clinical experience and take the next step in your career? Join our friendly and supportive pharmacy team at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, based at Southmead Hospital.
We are recruiting to our team of 21 rotational Band 6 pharmacists, offering an exciting opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of general and specialist clinical areas, including surgery, respiratory, cardiology, medical admissions, neurology, stroke, mental health, medicines information and technical services.
We're committed to supporting your professional development and offer the opportunity to undertake a fully funded two-year Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice, alongside the option to study for an independent prescribing qualification. You'll benefit from structured training, ongoing support and the opportunity to learn from our experienced specialist pharmacists.
As a valued member of the multidisciplinary team, you'll play an important role in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred pharmaceutical care, helping patients get the best outcomes from their medicines.
This role also includes participation in the Emergency Duty Commitment (EDC) rota, alongside the usual pharmacy service rotas.
This episode of recruitment welcomes applications from already qualified and UK registered pharmacists.
Main duties of the job
As a rotational Band 6 pharmacist, you will deliver patient-centred pharmaceutical care across a variety of clinical settings, working alongside experienced pharmacists and multidisciplinary colleagues.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing safe, effective and evidence-based pharmaceutical care, identifying and resolving medicines-related issues.
- Supporting the appropriate use of medicines in line with best practice, local formularies and Trust policies.
- Undertaking medicines reconciliation, clinical screening of prescriptions and discharge summaries, and providing medicines advice to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
- Contributing to the prevention of medicines-related harm and improving patient safety.
- Supporting the delivery of pharmacy services through dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas.
- Providing professional supervision and accuracy checking within the dispensary.
- Participating in medicines information, controlled drug management, quality assurance and departmental audits.
- Supporting patients receiving oral chemotherapy, including appropriate counselling and BOPA accreditation.
- Participate in dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas, including Emergency Duty Commitments (EDC), to support the safe and effective delivery of pharmacy services.
You'll also be encouraged to develop your clinical skills and take an active role in your professional development throughout your rotations.
About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.
With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata for part time roles
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
339-CCS4511-BAL
Job locations
Pharmacy Department, Southmead Hospital operating Unit
Brunel building, Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details please see the attached the job description document attached.
- Participate in the dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas contributing to service delivery. Adhere to all established procedures and complete all necessary records. Clinically screen prescriptions and discharge summaries to ensure the safe, legal and effective use of medicines in line with the local formulary and departmental policies. Record all major interventions made. Medicines Information deal with routine enquiries that arise on the ward and in the dispensary. Refer on complex queries to the medicine information team. Provide advice and information to patients/carers to ensure compliance with treatment. Ensure that a full medicine reconciliation is undertaken for each patient using appropriate sources of information. Dispensary - provide professional supervision of the dispensary area on a rotational basis. Provide final accuracy checking of dispensed items. Check issues of controlled Drugs and participate in departmental audits of CDs. Handout oral chemotherapy prescriptions and counsel patients as prescribed on chemocare, including BOPA accreditation. Provide input to Quality Assurance (QA) and quality management systems for the Pharmacy department and Trust under the supervision of the QA team.
Job description Job responsibilities For further details please see the attached the job description document attached. Participate in the dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas contributing to service delivery. Adhere to all established procedures and complete all necessary records. Clinically screen prescriptions and discharge summaries to ensure the safe, legal and effective use of medicines in line with the local formulary and departmental policies. Record all major interventions made. Medicines Information deal with routine enquiries that arise on the ward and in the dispensary. Refer on complex queries to the medicine information team. Provide advice and information to patients/carers to ensure compliance with treatment. Ensure that a full medicine reconciliation is undertaken for each patient using appropriate sources of information. Dispensary - provide professional supervision of the dispensary area on a rotational basis. Provide final accuracy checking of dispensed items. Check issues of controlled Drugs and participate in departmental audits of CDs. Handout oral chemotherapy prescriptions and counsel patients as prescribed on chemocare, including BOPA accreditation. Provide input to Quality Assurance (QA) and quality management systems for the Pharmacy department and Trust under the supervision of the QA team.
Person Specification
Education / training / qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent: BPharm or BSc [Pharmacy])
- Successful completion of the trainee year and registration exam
- Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council for Pharmacists (GPhC)
Desirable
- Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Completion of the Post Qualification Foundation Pharmacist Programme
- Completion of the Certificate Year of Clinical Diploma or equivalent
- Completion of the Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or other recognised postgraduate qualification to a similar standard suitable for this role
- Qualified Independent Prescriber (or willing to complete)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of medicines supply within the NHS
- Experience for recognising opportunities for change, innovation, and quality improvement
- Experience of using digital technologies to support improved patient safety and outcomes
- Experience of audit and quality systems EA + I
Desirable
- Experience of hospital pharmacy practice
knowledge / skills / abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to plan, organise and manage your time and prioritise workload to maintain safe and effective patient care.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive approach to the application of pharmaceutical knowledge to enhance patient care
- Computer literate to EDCL standard
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with pharmacy staff, hospital staff and patients/carers.
- Ability to demonstrate and develop leadership skills
personal qualities/ special circumstances
Essential
- Adaptable and flexible approach to work
- Teaching / tutorial and clinical supervisory skills
- Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Person Specification Education / training / qualifications Essential Masters Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent: BPharm or BSc [Pharmacy]) Successful completion of the trainee year and registration exam Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council for Pharmacists (GPhC) Desirable Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society Completion of the Post Qualification Foundation Pharmacist Programme Completion of the Certificate Year of Clinical Diploma or equivalent Completion of the Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or other recognised postgraduate qualification to a similar standard suitable for this role Qualified Independent Prescriber (or willing to complete) Experience Essential Experience of medicines supply within the NHS Experience for recognising opportunities for change, innovation, and quality improvement Experience of using digital technologies to support improved patient safety and outcomes Experience of audit and quality systems EA + I Desirable Experience of hospital pharmacy practice knowledge / skills / abilities Essential Demonstrate ability to plan, organise and manage your time and prioritise workload to maintain safe and effective patient care. Ability to work under pressure Proactive approach to the application of pharmaceutical knowledge to enhance patient care Computer literate to EDCL standard Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with pharmacy staff, hospital staff and patients/carers. Ability to demonstrate and develop leadership skills personal qualities/ special circumstances Essential Adaptable and flexible approach to work Teaching / tutorial and clinical supervisory skills Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team Excellent interpersonal skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pharmacy Department, Southmead Hospital operating Unit
Brunel building, Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pharmacy Department, Southmead Hospital operating Unit
Brunel building, Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
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https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Assistant Practitioner - Equipment Advisory Service
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399625
Job summary
Mersey care are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join their innovative and dynamic Equipment Advisory Service (EAS), working to support Liverpool, Knowsley and Sefton Community Equipment Services. The positions could be suitable for an existing Assistant Practitioner or a Health Care Assistant with the right level of experience.
Your key role would be to support the qualified clinical equipment advisers in the assessment of adults and children for safe and suitable community equipment provision, providing and sharing your knowledge and skills in relation to assessment and provision of community equipment.
Ongoing training in relation to assessment skills and equipment available will be provided.
The service works collaboratively with many other services around Liverpool and are always open to new ways of working together to ensure safe and effective equipment is provided in a timely manner.
For any further details or to arrange an informal discussion or visit please contact Rebecca Murphy, Clinical Lead - EAS:[email protected] Tel:0151 296 7736.
Main duties of the job
To give advice on appropriate community equipment within the patient home environment.
To support with the review of Care homes across all areas to ensure appropriate use of equipment and to encourage return of unused equipment.
To Support the prescribing of equipment in the community, to prevent hospital admissions and promote safe discharges from secondary care.
To assist the Clinical lead with training and education on safe and appropriate prescribing of equipment in the community setting.
To manage own caseload and work autonomously.
Provide clinical support and knowledge to support staff
Undertake risk assessments on defined patient in line with relevant guidelines.
Support with procurement exercises for all community equipment services.
Support with duty on a day to day basis responding to telephone and email enquiries.
About us
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
350-CC8296536
Job locations
Lifehouse, Brunswick business Park
Summers Road
Liverpool
L3 4BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the management of a defined caseload under the supervision of a qualified practitioner. The primary function of the role is to support the responsive services of the Equipment Advisory Service. This will be done via a holistic assessment of care needs, joint assessments with qualified practitioners and supporting with the running of the EAS training programmes. The post holder will support qualified practitioners with community equipment reviews of the catalogue and ensuring equipment is issued and recorded effectively.
Practice autonomously and demonstrate evidence basedclinical decision making under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.
Work within guidelines to identify and manage risk, reporting identified risks to the team leader.
The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values service users' and their carers.
The post holder will embrace the core values of the organisation and adopt the principles of Recovery. These principles will recognise the need to:
Promote safe practices
Value the aims of service users
Work in partnership and offer meaningful choice
Be optimistic about the possibilities of meaningful change
Value social inclusion
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the management of a defined caseload under the supervision of a qualified practitioner. The primary function of the role is to support the responsive services of the Equipment Advisory Service. This will be done via a holistic assessment of care needs, joint assessments with qualified practitioners and supporting with the running of the EAS training programmes. The post holder will support qualified practitioners with community equipment reviews of the catalogue and ensuring equipment is issued and recorded effectively.
Practice autonomously and demonstrate evidence basedclinical decision making under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.
Work within guidelines to identify and manage risk, reporting identified risks to the team leader.
The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values service users' and their carers.
The post holder will embrace the core values of the organisation and adopt the principles of Recovery. These principles will recognise the need to:
Promote safe practices
Value the aims of service users
Work in partnership and offer meaningful choice
Be optimistic about the possibilities of meaningful change
Value social inclusion
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree or equivalent or equivalent work based experience.
Experience
Essential
- Assessing, planning and implementing individualised programmes of care.
- Understanding local and national influences on health care delivery, including Public Health.
- Experience of previous work in health care
- Clinical Governance and Risk Management
- Actively involved in professional development
Desirable
- Experience in assessing for and ordering community equipment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Health Promotion strategies
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel, for work purposes
Desirable
- Knowledge of developing self- care skills in patients/clients
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel, for work purposes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree or equivalent or equivalent work based experience.
Experience
Essential
- Assessing, planning and implementing individualised programmes of care.
- Understanding local and national influences on health care delivery, including Public Health.
- Experience of previous work in health care
- Clinical Governance and Risk Management
- Actively involved in professional development
Desirable
- Experience in assessing for and ordering community equipment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Health Promotion strategies
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel, for work purposes
Desirable
- Knowledge of developing self- care skills in patients/clients
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel, for work purposes
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
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Lifehouse, Brunswick business Park
Summers Road
Liverpool
L3 4BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Lifehouse, Brunswick business Park
Summers Road
Liverpool
L3 4BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Rheumatology Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist B6-7 Development post
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399619
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to take on the role of Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinical Specialist within East area of BCUHB.
The role is an integral part of the Rheumatology multidisciplinary team supporting staff working within rheumatology clinics and musculoskeletal physiotherapy departments in the Wrexham and Flintshire area, providing clinical leadership to the service.
We will consider applicants with less experience to start as Band 6 in a development post to become Band 7 once competencies are met.
It will involve teaching, training and supervision of staff, representing the service in Clinical Network Groups (CNGs) and contributing to the development of clinical pathways by providing clinical expertise. The post holder will hold a complex caseload and support other staff with the management of complex patient presentations.
The post holder will work as an autonomous, extended scope practitioner, with an extended scope of physiotherapy practice to work within a team to deliver a clinical specialist service to patients referred to rheumatology and MSK physiotherapy services.
The physiotherapy service in BCUHB offers a whole career pathway. Service improvement and development is encouraged and all staff have access to regular supervision and training.
Main duties of the job
1. To take a clinical lead role in the assessment and treatment of patients where the caseload will comprise of mainly patients with complex presentations.
2. To attend weekly Rheumatology MDT meetings, providing clinical input from a physiotherapy perspective.3. To work as an autonomous, clinical specialist physiotherapist. To work with the advanced practitioner physiotherapist to develop and deliver a high quality clinical service throughout BCUHB. Leading by example; provide a high standard of specialist assessment and treatment of patients in a variety of locations.
4. To develop competencies for frontline clinical staff within the section in order to assess; clinically reason and effectively treat routine cases and identify those with complex needs where support may be required. Support staff to develop skills to identify potential serious pathology in patients referred for physiotherapy.
5. To provide an ongoing rolling training programme and support package to develop appropriate knowledge and skills in the workforce within the specialism and rotational staff base.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,559 to £57,365 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-AHP182-1026
Job locations
Wrexham or Flintshire
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
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.
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
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Other
Essential
- Requirement OR willingness to undertake further masters level training up to PGC level
- Ability to travel and to work in a variety of sites based on need
- Prepared to work flexibly to meet service needs
- Able to cope under pressure and adapt work patterns when the situation is unpredictable
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Clear vision of role and commitment to specialty
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Other
Essential
- Requirement OR willingness to undertake further masters level training up to PGC level
- Ability to travel and to work in a variety of sites based on need
- Prepared to work flexibly to meet service needs
- Able to cope under pressure and adapt work patterns when the situation is unpredictable
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Clear vision of role and commitment to specialty
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham or Flintshire
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham or Flintshire
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399614
Job summary
Are you an experienced mental health professional looking to utilise your clinical skills in a different and rewarding environment?
TheWest Suffolk Crisis Response and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) based in Wedgwood House, Bury St Edmunds, are seeking ambitious and caring Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Mental Health Nurses to join our existing team at an exciting time.
The Crisis Response and Home Treatment Team are proactive and highly skilled at managing risk and supporting service users in West Suffolk who are presenting in crisis. The CRHTT service is an age inclusive provision covering a diverse and multicultural patient base. We are passionate about providing alternative options to hospital admissions, so you can expect to be undertaking rewarding and highly intensive work.
We looking to recruit compassionate, dedicated, and conscientious individuals, who want to make a positive difference to adults experiencing mental distress and mental health crisis.
Staff provide care, treatment, and assessment to patients both at our base location, in their own homesand other places of safety, getting you out and about seeing patients in a range of community settings.
If you enjoy working with high-risk cases, are looking to develop as an autonomous, confident practitioner, then we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
We are the 'front-door' to acute services, providing triage, assessment, intensive support, and alternative to admission hand in hand with support of families and other third-party providers.
The team also works with service users already in hospital to ensure that they can be supported at home at the earliest opportunity to support their recovery.
Communication is key, we are currently in the midst of significant positive change and growth within the team. We are therefore looking for someone who can communicate in a professional manner with a wide spectrum of people to achieve the best outcome for our service users and their families/supporters.
We are looking for someone who has exceptional complex decision-making skills. The team requires you to work autonomously whilst maintaining professional standards and fostering good working relationships across teams.
CRHT delivers patient care twenty-four hours a day. Shift working is in place to ensure this service is delivered.
About us
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly, and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
When you join us, you can expect to be supported in building your competence in assessment, there will be a Trust based induction and further local induction process where a core competency framework supports you to develop your assessment skills, using evidence-based practice at its core.
Why work for us?As a Trust we have had our challenges, however we are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work, and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about. The Trust aspire and are continually developing our service provisions to improve our care delivery, whilst we work together as one team, for a Safer, Kinder and Better Trust.
Benefits included with this role are:-
- NHS pension
- a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
- career progression
- starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
- staff physio service
- NHS discounts and many more.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year gross per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
246-WSU8307353
Job locations
Wedgwood House Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for a challenge and do you want to make a difference to thepeoplethat we care for? If you answered yes to these questions, this could be the ideal role for you.
In return for your individual skills and knowledge, we are fully committed to assisting you to meet your professional development needs and enabling you to provide high standards of care, in a supportive environment.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for a challenge and do you want to make a difference to thepeoplethat we care for? If you answered yes to these questions, this could be the ideal role for you.
In return for your individual skills and knowledge, we are fully committed to assisting you to meet your professional development needs and enabling you to provide high standards of care, in a supportive environment.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist OR Social Worker with the relevant professional registration
- Ongoing professional development working towards degree level ( if professional registration is following a diploma level course)
- Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor training (NMC registrants) or Practice Educator (AHP & Social Worker Registrants)
Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience
- Demonstrate effective risk assessment and risk management experience
- Experience in delivery of clinical interventions
- Experience in working in team delivering person centred treatment packages
Desirable
- Experience in delivering group based interventions
- Experience in supporting service development
Other
Essential
- Ability and willingness to travel independently to meet the needs and requirements of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist OR Social Worker with the relevant professional registration
- Ongoing professional development working towards degree level ( if professional registration is following a diploma level course)
- Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor training (NMC registrants) or Practice Educator (AHP & Social Worker Registrants)
Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience
- Demonstrate effective risk assessment and risk management experience
- Experience in delivery of clinical interventions
- Experience in working in team delivering person centred treatment packages
Desirable
- Experience in delivering group based interventions
- Experience in supporting service development
Other
Essential
- Ability and willingness to travel independently to meet the needs and requirements 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Wedgwood House Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Wedgwood House Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Bank Band 4 Speech & Language Therapy Assistant
Devon Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399612
Job summary
Children and Family Health Devon is a system-wide service that delivers an integrated, coordinated support model which wraps around the child, young person and family. It has been specifically designed to respond to all elements of the commissioners strategy and specification along with the vision and strategic direction of the Integrated Care System for Devon. It builds on our strong relationships across education, health, social care and voluntary sector services in Devon, and, most importantly, it has been developed and refined in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers.
Children and Family Health Devon is part of an Alliance that is unique and brings together five leading providers of adult and childrens community, acute and mental health services in Devon:
- Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
- Devon Partnership NHS Trust
- Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust
- Livewell South West
- Young Devon
- Vranch House
- Kooth
- University of Exeter
- University of Plymouth
- Marjon University
Children and Family Health Devon is committed to promoting equity and inclusion for all communities; to providing specialist children and young peoples health services which are accessible, appropriate and which recognise the diversity of people, their needs and choices.
Main duties of the job
- To assist in the provision of the Speech and Language Therapy Service to children with speech, language and communication needs across Devon Partnership Trust.
- To include, but not limited to, assisting with the setting up and running of parent groups, childrens groups, individual assessment and intervention, advice and target setting within settings/ home and developing resources and packages of care.
- The post-holder will be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate. He/she will be involved in projecting a positive image of the service as all times, working independently within the framework of the service through receipt of regular supervision and the trust appraisal system.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
Depending on experience £14.52 - £15.93 per hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
C9369-26-0703-2
Job locations
Wonford House
Dryden Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5AF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role
Person Specification
Specific Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills able to provide and receive complex and sensitive information and overcome barriers to understanding, to include negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Able to demonstrate good analytical and reflection skills
- Ability to concentrate under pressure when carrying out therapy sessions
- Good presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently under pressure with good organisational skills
- Ability to work flexibly and good prioritisation skills
- Demonstrates ability to be a good team member
- Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client groups) and evidence of good working relationships
- Excellent Interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Enthusiasm for this area of work
Qualifications
Essential
- G.C.S.E in Maths and English (or equivalent)
- Foundation level degree/equivalent level 5 qualification in relevant area
- Documented evidence of training, knowledge and experience in child development including the fundamentals of communication, communication breakdown and therapy procedures with specific reference to children
Desirable
- Knowledge of Speech and Language Therapy and modification procedures, verbal and non-verbal methods of communicating; acquired through combination of formal training, short courses and experience
- Qualification/Training in provision of direct intervention with a child
- Relevant experience working within a Speech & Language Therapy team
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of working with children and young people with speech, language and communication needs in community / education settings
- Relevant experience of working with Speech and Language Therapists
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of working independently with a child/young person with speech, language and communication needs following a programme set and modelled by a Speech and Language Therapist, to include recording progress and outcomes and experienced in modifying the approach to meet the childs changing needs, in order to achieve the agreed outcome
- Experience of working with children and young people with autism
- Experience of working with children and young people with learning disability and complex needs
- Evidence of knowledge of professional boundaries - recognition of when to refer on to a qualified Speech and Language Therapist
Desirable
- Knowledge of standards of record keeping including confidentiality
- Experience of working with families and carers of people with communication disability
- Experience of working within education settings
- Experience of innovative practice and involvement in a project or service that delivered this
- Experience of training others e.g. setting staff / Parents
- Experience in relevant paid or voluntary work
Person Specification
Specific Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills able to provide and receive complex and sensitive information and overcome barriers to understanding, to include negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Able to demonstrate good analytical and reflection skills
- Ability to concentrate under pressure when carrying out therapy sessions
- Good presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently under pressure with good organisational skills
- Ability to work flexibly and good prioritisation skills
- Demonstrates ability to be a good team member
- Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client groups) and evidence of good working relationships
- Excellent Interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Enthusiasm for this area of work
Qualifications
Essential
- G.C.S.E in Maths and English (or equivalent)
- Foundation level degree/equivalent level 5 qualification in relevant area
- Documented evidence of training, knowledge and experience in child development including the fundamentals of communication, communication breakdown and therapy procedures with specific reference to children
Desirable
- Knowledge of Speech and Language Therapy and modification procedures, verbal and non-verbal methods of communicating; acquired through combination of formal training, short courses and experience
- Qualification/Training in provision of direct intervention with a child
- Relevant experience working within a Speech & Language Therapy team
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of working with children and young people with speech, language and communication needs in community / education settings
- Relevant experience of working with Speech and Language Therapists
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of working independently with a child/young person with speech, language and communication needs following a programme set and modelled by a Speech and Language Therapist, to include recording progress and outcomes and experienced in modifying the approach to meet the childs changing needs, in order to achieve the agreed outcome
- Experience of working with children and young people with autism
- Experience of working with children and young people with learning disability and complex needs
- Evidence of knowledge of professional boundaries - recognition of when to refer on to a qualified Speech and Language Therapist
Desirable
- Knowledge of standards of record keeping including confidentiality
- Experience of working with families and carers of people with communication disability
- Experience of working within education settings
- Experience of innovative practice and involvement in a project or service that delivered this
- Experience of training others e.g. setting staff / Parents
- Experience in relevant paid or voluntary 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.
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Wonford House
Dryden Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Wonford House
Dryden Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Physiotherapist Trauma & Orthopaedics
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399610
Job summary
As a result of maternity leave a temporary exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our Trauma and Orthopaedic Team at QEQM.
The successful candidate will work as part of a highly experienced, friendly team of a Band 7 Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, Band 6 Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists and also rotational band 5s, Band 4s and support workers. A good range of Band 5 rotations is essential. The post holder will be expected to provide regular post graduate training within their clinical specialty and work alongside Band 7s to complete some departmental managerial duties.
We can also offer development roles for the successful candidate who may require additional support
Please note previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Band 6 Physiotherapists work closely with all users of our services and their families, friends and carers who all play an invaluable contribution in how our users experience our services. Band 6 therapists are expected to be kind and responsive but professional and informative and contribute to the quality of the services provided across the health economy by:
- To manage daily a clinical specialist caseload within each of these rotationsand be responsible for the assessment, formulation and treatments and to give highly specialised therapy advice to members of the MDT.
- To deputise for Team Leader on clinical and managerial issues within the team
- To be actively involved with training within the Department
Each clinical area has friendly supportive teams where regular meetings, CPD and supervision is available
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates for a Skilled Worker Visa for roles that are eligible at the time of application.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
344-3646DCB-A
Job locations
QEQM hospital
Ramsgate Road
Margate
CT9 4AN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have any further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have any further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BScPhysiotherapy
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Member of CSP
Personal & Professional Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
- Ability to work under pressure. Flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
- Ability to organise own work.
- Ability to cope with change and use initiative.
Governance
Essential
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE and CQC
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the team lead / service manager.
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- 18 months post graduate experience in relevant clinical area
- Proven record of providing high quality intervention for high risk patients
- Highly developed clinical skills in relevant area
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills. Excellent time management
- Up to date therapeutic moving & handling skills
- Basic IT knowledge
- Effective and strong team player
- Knowledge of up to date clinical / evidenced based practice
Desirable
- Clinical Audit
- Competent presentation skills
Other requirements
Essential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
- Able to travel around East Kent, and between Trust hospital sites
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BScPhysiotherapy
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Member of CSP
Personal & Professional Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
- Ability to work under pressure. Flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
- Ability to organise own work.
- Ability to cope with change and use initiative.
Governance
Essential
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE and CQC
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the team lead / service manager.
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- 18 months post graduate experience in relevant clinical area
- Proven record of providing high quality intervention for high risk patients
- Highly developed clinical skills in relevant area
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills. Excellent time management
- Up to date therapeutic moving & handling skills
- Basic IT knowledge
- Effective and strong team player
- Knowledge of up to date clinical / evidenced based practice
Desirable
- Clinical Audit
- Competent presentation skills
Other requirements
Essential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
- Able to travel around East Kent, and between Trust hospital sites
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
QEQM hospital
Ramsgate Road
Margate
CT9 4AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
QEQM hospital
Ramsgate Road
Margate
CT9 4AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Experienced Rotational Physiotherapist (MSK & Orthopaedics)
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399609
Job summary
Band 6 Experienced Rotational Physiotherapist - MSK & Orthopaedics
We are excited to welcome an experienced and enthusiastic physiotherapist to complete 6-month rotations between inpatient orthopaedics and MSK Outpatients.
The successful applicant will work onsite at the Royal Berkshire Hospital covering the following rotations: upper limb MSK outpatients, lower limb MSK outpatients, hand therapy outpatients, inpatient orthopaedics (covering trauma and elective surgery).
Please Note: This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
- To be an experienced Physiotherapist delivering patient centred, caring therapy for Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospital (RBFT).
- To be professionally responsible for all aspects of your own work including the therapeutic management of patients in your care, with support from your supervisor.
- To use your physiotherapy knowledge and skills to provide specialist support and advice to the multi-disciplinary team and to manage own caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner
- To deliver a high quality, effective and efficient physiotherapy service in the Therapy team.
- To be a member of the Therapy Department team, contributing to service development in Therapies and the Trust.
About us
We are one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country - serving a population of more than 500,000 people - and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire.
Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work, play, and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.
The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Our "CARE" values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-8344477NCG
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Craven Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential
- NHS experience across all core clinical areas
- Experience of working within orthopaedics
- Experience of working in MSK
- Previous experience in assessing and treating hand/wrist patients
- Understanding of current evidence base
Desirable
- Experience of working in MSK for 2 years
- Experience of working in Orthopaedics for 1 year
Education
Essential
- Degree or other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Additional Courses in relevant field
- Involvement in research/service development
Registration
Essential
- HCPC Registered Physiotherapist
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential
- NHS experience across all core clinical areas
- Experience of working within orthopaedics
- Experience of working in MSK
- Previous experience in assessing and treating hand/wrist patients
- Understanding of current evidence base
Desirable
- Experience of working in MSK for 2 years
- Experience of working in Orthopaedics for 1 year
Education
Essential
- Degree or other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Additional Courses in relevant field
- Involvement in research/service development
Registration
Essential
- HCPC Registered Physiotherapist
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Craven Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Craven Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Principal Clinical Psychologist
Devon Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399601
Job summary
We are looking for an 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the team for Adults with a Learning Disability at the Regional Learning Disability and Autism Unit in Dawlish (The Brook).
The Unit provides assessment and treatment to people with a Learning Disability and / or Autistic People who have a Mental Health condition and/or demonstrate distress through their behaviour. The service aims to become a centre of excellence.
You will be part of a rich multi-disciplinary team including Nursing, Psychiatry, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language therapy, and provide a Clinical Psychology service via complex assessment, intervention, training, consultation & supervision. Our teams are experienced, cohesive & mutually supportive.
Psychology is highly valued in the Learning Disability service. We have a caring & mutually supportive culture that is a vital foundation for the challenging but rewarding work that we do.
As a key part of the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team, psychology is committed to compassionate, respectful & equitable care for people with Learning Disabilities using a biopsychosocial model that is trauma-informed & sensitive to the individual contexts in which distress arises in a population with limited or no power. We have links with both the Plymouth and Exeter Doctoral Programmes & there is a strong research department within DPT.
Main duties of the job
To improve the psychological health & well-being of people with Learning Disabilities and to provide psychological services to people are admitted to The Brook.
This will be achieved in this post by:
1. Ensuring the systematic provision of a high quality psychological service to people with Learning Disabilities who are admitted.
2. Providing clinical leadership, co-ordination and supervision for staff, trainees and volunteers employed by or attached to the psychology service.
3. Taking a leadership role in the development and delivery of psychological interventions for people with Learning Disabilities
4. Overseeing the delivery of psychological support of the patients on the unit, and providing advice and consultancy to patients and professionals.
5. To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the team.
6. The post holder will receive regular professional and clinical supervision in accordance with Trust policy and Professional Practice Guidelines set out by the Health Professions Council/British Psychological Society.
7. Contributing to the management of psychology services within the unit.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader Employer.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
C9369-26-0181-1
Job locations
The Brook Learning Disability and Autism Unit
Exeter Road
Dawlish
Devon
EX7 0NR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
Desirable
- Extended experience of assessing and working with people with learning disabilities/ autism and working within learning disability services/ autism services. Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts
Knowledge, Skills and Planning
Essential
- Knowledge of Learning Disabilities services and Autism Services in the NHS and of the knowledge base, skills and practice of clinical psychology.
- Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to integrate complex data, make highly skilled evaluations and decisions, and take a long-term perspective
- Organisation and time management skills
- Highly skilled in specialist interventions
- Advanced psychological assessment and formulation skills
- Consultation skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Clinical Psychologist (D.Clin. Psych or equivalent) and registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
Desirable
- Further training in psychological approaches particularly Positive Behavioural Support Further training and experience in interventions with people with learning disabilities/ Autism
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
Desirable
- Extended experience of assessing and working with people with learning disabilities/ autism and working within learning disability services/ autism services. Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts
Knowledge, Skills and Planning
Essential
- Knowledge of Learning Disabilities services and Autism Services in the NHS and of the knowledge base, skills and practice of clinical psychology.
- Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to integrate complex data, make highly skilled evaluations and decisions, and take a long-term perspective
- Organisation and time management skills
- Highly skilled in specialist interventions
- Advanced psychological assessment and formulation skills
- Consultation skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Clinical Psychologist (D.Clin. Psych or equivalent) and registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
Desirable
- Further training in psychological approaches particularly Positive Behavioural Support Further training and experience in interventions with people with learning disabilities/ Autism
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
The Brook Learning Disability and Autism Unit
Exeter Road
Dawlish
Devon
EX7 0NR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
The Brook Learning Disability and Autism Unit
Exeter Road
Dawlish
Devon
EX7 0NR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Level 1 Social Worker
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399593
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within East Staffs Community Hospitals for a Level 1 Band 5 registered Social Worker.
You will be part of the East Staffs Community Hospital Team and will work closely within the multi-disciplinary team members including Discharge Liaison Nurses, Discharge facilitators, Therapists, Social Workers Social Care Assessors, Nurses, Partner Agencies and Community D2A Teams.
The post holder will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the personalisation and social inclusion agenda, in line with the principles of the Care Act 2014. We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and innovative individual who possess excellent communication and organisational skills and has a good working knowledge of the Care Act 2014. This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues, enabling individuals to remain in their own home through the promotion of independence; preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have a flexible approach and be a team player who is able to forge excellent working relationships with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies. The successful candidate will need to be able to work in a fast-paced community hospital environment whilst producing a high standard of recording Statutory assessments and other documentation that support the discharge pathways. The applicant will work within a range of relevant principles including Recovery and Personalisation; empowering individuals to take control through personalised, strengths and asset based models of assessment and intervention and putting them at the centre of everything we do, recognising the rights of all individuals to gain access to valued roles, relationships, activities and facilities within their local community.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-AFC-26-8317190
Job locations
Sir Robert Peel Hospital
Plantation Lane
Tamworth
B78 3NG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
On appointment, you will be auto-enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. You will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.
Job description Job responsibilities On appointment, you will be auto-enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. You will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Professional Social Work qualification, DipSW, CQSW, CSS, BA, MA or Foreign qualification where certified by the Professional Social Work regulatory body
- Ensuring current registration with the Professional Social Work regulatory body at all times
- A commitment to on-going personal and professional development
- To undergo appropriate training to achieve Assessed Year in Practice (ASYE)
- Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint
- A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with Adults and older Adults with mental health needs and their carers
Desirable
- Experience of social work in other user groups/settings i.e. Children and Families, Learning Disability, Mental Health.
Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Professional Social Work qualification, DipSW, CQSW, CSS, BA, MA or Foreign qualification where certified by the Professional Social Work regulatory body Ensuring current registration with the Professional Social Work regulatory body at all times A commitment to on-going personal and professional development To undergo appropriate training to achieve Assessed Year in Practice (ASYE) Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Experience Essential Experience of working with Adults and older Adults with mental health needs and their carers Desirable Experience of social work in other user groups/settings i.e. Children and Families, Learning Disability, Mental Health.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sir Robert Peel Hospital
Plantation Lane
Tamworth
B78 3NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sir Robert Peel Hospital
Plantation Lane
Tamworth
B78 3NG
United Kingdom
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Community Occupational Therapist Band 5 to Band 6 Development Post
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399589
Job summary
Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you're newly qualified or looking to progress into a Band 6 role, this is your opportunity to grow, thrive, and make a real impact - both in your career and in our community. Join our friendly, multidisciplinary team supporting both an inpatient rehabilitation ward, and the community setting delivering care in Shaftesbury and surrounding area.
This is a Band 5 to Band 6 developmental post, designed to support your progression. You will be offered a structured development plan with clear milestones, supportive supervision and mentorship from experienced clinicians and the potential to progress to a permanent Band 6 role within 12 months, subject to successful completion of the plan.
We foster a culture of learning, innovation, and mutual support, offering opportunities to work across a variety of settings and develop a broad range of skills and experiences. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential for this role.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Main duties of the job
The post holder would be required to provide OT based rehab for a range of physical presentations such as orthopaedics, frailty, falls, cognitive impairment and many more. Skills required to fulfil this role include knowledge and experience in moving and handling, experience of using a range of equipment, experience of carrying out cognitive assessments, skills to holistically assess and formulate a patient centred rehab program, knowledge and experience of working with the older person, particularly with frailty.
The team also provide a 7 day service to support admission avoidance for patients in their own homes. Skills required to manage this cohort of patients include the ability to recognise and manage a deteriorating patient, problem solving and crisis management of an acute situation, skills in carrying out a basic physical assessment including basic observations and recognising when it is appropriate to escalate.
The post holder will be required to work with the rest of the team to provide cover across the 7 days on a rota basis. They will also be required to carry out rehab and assessment on the rehab ward or when in community to cover duty which involves working until 18.00 to cover any urgent referrals.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate skills in communication, organisation, caseload management, autonomous working, supervision of junior colleagues, problem solving and innovative thing to inform service development.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'Good' in 2026. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £48,117 a year p.a
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
152-C234.26
Job locations
Westhaven Hospital
Radipole Lane
Weymouth
DT4 0QE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]
Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential
- Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
- Membership of the relevant Professional Body
- Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
- Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role
JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience at Practitioner Band 5 level
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
- Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of specialism
- Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice
- Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding diagnosis and intervention.
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively
MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff or supervising a student
- Experience of devising and delivering training
FINANCE/RESOURCES
Essential
- Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES
Essential
- Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems
PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
- Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
- Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required.
- Demonstrable ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution
- Demonstrable leadership qualities and the ability to perform as a role model
- Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence
BUSINESS TRAVEL
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Person Specification KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING Essential Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty Membership of the relevant Professional Body Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio Desirable Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE Essential Experience at Practitioner Band 5 level Recent previous experience within a comparable role Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of specialism Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding diagnosis and intervention. Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff or supervising a student Experience of devising and delivering training FINANCE/RESOURCES Essential Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES Essential Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES Essential Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours. Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities. Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required. Demonstrable ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution Demonstrable leadership qualities and the ability to perform as a role model Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence BUSINESS TRAVEL Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Westhaven Hospital
Radipole Lane
Weymouth
DT4 0QE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Westhaven Hospital
Radipole Lane
Weymouth
DT4 0QE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Rotational Occupational Therapist
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399583
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Band 5 Occupational Therapy rotation in within the East area of the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Rotations are every six months and include;
- Acute medical
- Rehabilitation
- CRT
- Stroke acute
- Stroke rehabilitation
- ESD stroke
- Orthopaedics
- Older persons mental health inpatient
- Older persons mental health community
- Adult inpatient mental health
- Community adult mental health
- Paediatrics
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Home First
- Primary care Wrexham and Flintshire
Successful candidates will be supported by band 6 and band 7 occupational therapists within each team and join the band 5 peer supervision sessions.
We have recently launched our new career development framework (preceptorship) for band 5 staff to enhance learning opportunities and maximise Continuing Professional Development.
Main duties of the job
Successful applicants will be able to gain experience working across an ever growing and varied Occupational Therapy rotation, building a rich knowledge and skills base on which to practice.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-AHP183-1026
Job locations
Wrexham Maelor Hospital East Area BCUHB
Croesnewydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable 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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham Maelor Hospital East Area BCUHB
Croesnewydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham Maelor Hospital East Area BCUHB
Croesnewydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
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Phlebotomist (Multi-Site) Unity Healthcare
Suffolk GP Federation CIC View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399582
Job summary
At Unity Healthcare we are looking for a compassionate, experienced and highly organised Phlebotomist to join our friendly and supportive primary care team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in patient care by delivering high-quality blood collection services across our four sites (Haverhill, Long Melford, Lavenham and Glemsford) and supporting the wider clinical team in providing excellent healthcare to our local community.
As a valued member of our practice, you will work closely with clinical staff and administrative colleagues to ensure patients receive a safe, efficient and positive experience. We pride ourselves on providing patient-centred care in a welcoming environment and are looking for someone who shares our commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork and outstanding customer service.
If you are passionate about helping people, enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare setting and want to be part of a practice that values and supports its staff, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a safe, efficient and professional phlebotomy service to our patients, ensuring samples are collected, labelled and processed accurately. You will work closely with the wider clinical team to support patient care, maintain clinical standards and contribute to the smooth running of our treatment room services. The role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a caring approach, as you will regularly support patients who may be anxious about blood tests. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, adhering to infection prevention and control procedures, managing clinical stock within your area of work and helping to ensure an excellent patient experience at all times. As part of a multidisciplinary practice team, you will be expected to work collaboratively and contribute to the delivery of high-quality primary care services.
The Unity Practice is run by Suffolk GP Federation CIC, a not-for-profit community interest company.
About us
Suffolk GP Federation CIC is a not-for-profit community interest company. Our main purpose is to support Primary Care across Suffolk including support with working collaboratively and at scale. We also deliver a portfolio of NHS services across Suffolk and North East Essex, including Podiatry, Ultrasound, Diabetes, as well as urgent Care Services including the Out of Hours face-to-face Service in Suffolk.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,784 to £26,598 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
27975
Job locations
Multi-Site
Haverhill
CB9 8LU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday based across the Unity sites: Haverhill, Long Melford, Lavenham and Glemsford. Travel between sites will be necessary.
We will make sure you are fully inducted. Its important to us that you feel safe and supported in your role.
What we can offer you:
- Innovative teams who strive in forward thinking, with a voice that is heard
- A visible and supportive management team, with operational support that get it
- Excellent IT teams & support giving us first class equipment and no wait responses
- A commitment to personal development, training and leadership opportunities, with service-managed training budgets
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service cover
- Competitive salaries with annual benchmarking
- Blue light card employer Access to the discount service with thousands of discounts online and on the high street
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday based across the Unity sites: Haverhill, Long Melford, Lavenham and Glemsford. Travel between sites will be necessary.
We will make sure you are fully inducted. Its important to us that you feel safe and supported in your role.
What we can offer you:
- Innovative teams who strive in forward thinking, with a voice that is heard
- A visible and supportive management team, with operational support that get it
- Excellent IT teams & support giving us first class equipment and no wait responses
- A commitment to personal development, training and leadership opportunities, with service-managed training budgets
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service cover
- Competitive salaries with annual benchmarking
- Blue light card employer Access to the discount service with thousands of discounts online and on the high street
Person Specification
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Person Specification
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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
Suffolk GP Federation CIC
Address
Multi-Site
Haverhill
CB9 8LU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://suffolkfed.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Suffolk GP Federation CIC
Address
Multi-Site
Haverhill
CB9 8LU
United Kingdom
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Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399532
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly supportive, friendly, and forward- thinking Speech Therapy team.
We are seeking a part time experienced speech and language therapist eager to develop skills working holistically with a varied paediatric caseload within community settings across Bury.
The community service supports service users primarily between 0-5 years of age with some school age children and as such there will be some flexibility in the age of the client group this role will support.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop/focus on a clinical specialism.As a Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist you will be responsible for supporting your manager in ensuring that our service users' speech, language and communication needs are met through the delivery of high-quality person-centred care.
You will be provided with robust supervision and personal development opportunities in your clinical specialism.
Main duties of the job
- Maintain high standard of clinical work when carrying out specialist assessment/intervention for children with speech, language, communication disorders, manage own caseload independently.
- Develop and provide enhanced knowledge and skills in evidence based practice in own clinical specialism, provide specialist advice / training to other professionals and Carers.
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance framework, demonstrate knowledge of / adherence to professional, national and local clinical guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Compliance with continuous professional development to maintain registration with RCSLT and HCPC, identify personal learning and development objectives through line management and performance review framework, access clinical and safeguarding supervision in compliance with local policy.
- Champion service user experience, contribute to continuous improvement within the team.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire- to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
Depending on experience pro rata / per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
236-UEC-P355-26
Job locations
Radcliffe Primary Care Centre
Church St West
Radcliffe
M262SP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
- Member of RCSLT
- HCPC Registration - Licence to Practise
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of relevant special interest groups
- Dysphagia qualification
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of successful completion of specialist short courses
- oRelevant experience at undergraduate / post graduate level
- oWell established knowledge oof assessment tools relevant to the client group
- oWell established knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group)
- oWell established knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group)
- oExcellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills
- oDemonstrates good analytical and reflection skills
- oWell-developed concentration skills
- oGood organisational and prioritisation skills
- oGood auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
- Demonstrates ability to be a good team member
- oUnderstanding of the principles of clinical governance/audit
Desirable
- oBasic signing training o
- o Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC)
- oHanen trained.
Person Specification Registration Essential Member of RCSLT HCPC Registration - Licence to Practise Qualifications Essential Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent Desirable Membership of relevant special interest groups Dysphagia qualification Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential oEvidence of successful completion of specialist short courses oRelevant experience at undergraduate / post graduate level oWell established knowledge oof assessment tools relevant to the client group oWell established knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) oWell established knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group) oExcellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills oDemonstrates good analytical and reflection skills oWell-developed concentration skills oGood organisational and prioritisation skills oGood auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically Demonstrates ability to be a good team member oUnderstanding of the principles of clinical governance/audit Desirable oBasic signing training o o Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) oHanen trained.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Radcliffe Primary Care Centre
Church St West
Radcliffe
M262SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Radcliffe Primary Care Centre
Church St West
Radcliffe
M262SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Neuro Occupational Therapist
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399526
Job summary
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative and dynamic place to work. Our values - Patient Centred and Safe, Professional, Responsive and Friendly - are at the core of our practice and care and are the basis for our interactions with patients and each other.
We work collaboratively with our NHS partners across Wiltshire and into Dorset and Hampshire to ensure that local people have access to the best possible healthcare services.
Due to increased funding for stroke intensity rehabilitation we are looking for a motivated individual who is committed to working as part of our neuro rehab team providing specialist stroke therapy to optimise quality of life.
We are looking for an experienced Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist with Stroke and/or Neuro experience to join the Stroke team. The role will be based on the stroke unit within Salisbury hospital assessing and managing a varied caseload including a range of neurological conditions within this specialised area.
Professional and specialist supervision is available from senior members of staff, and successful candidates will be working closely with all areas of the MDT.
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Lauren Hicks - Stroke Rehabilitation Intensity Lead Sarah Gibney - Clinical Lead Stroke Physiotherapist ([email protected]) or Claire Shutler or Claire Shutler - Clinical Lead Stroke Occupational Therapist ([email protected])
Phone - 01722 336262 bleep 1459.
Main duties of the job
Our ideal candidate will be confident with appropriate experience, clearly able to demonstrate a desire to actively participate in all aspects of the role. They must be willing and able to lead on various elements of the work in this exciting and demanding acute area of physiotherapy. The successful candidate must be an effective team player with excellent communication and organisational skills. They will be able to demonstrate clear clinical reasoning and have the ability to explain their decisions and actions in a way that all concerned will be able to understand. They must also be able to demonstrate evidence of recent learning and examples of continued professional and clinical development.
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
About us
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.
We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.
Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
269-SFT9961-A
Job locations
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Odstock Road
Salisbury
SP2 8BJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years NHS experience post qualification
- Experience of service development
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Range of postgraduate experience across core areas in an acute setting
- Experience of working with stroke and/or neurological conditions
- Minimum of 2 years' experience as an OT
Desirable
- Experience of supervising students
- Experience of qualified staff / unqualified staff
Additional
Essential
- Evidence of neuro-specific CPD from internal and external courses
- Desire to work at Salisbury Foundation Trust
- Desire to work with stroke/neurological conditions
Desirable
- Evidence of teaching others
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of MDT working
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Evidence of complex discharge planning
- Evidence of autonomous working
- Evidence of priortisation skills
Desirable
- Evidence of deputising in absence of senior staff
- Leading group sessions
- Evidence of representing the therapy team at ward-level meetings e.g. MDT meetings, care reviews, handovers
- Evidence of developing stroke-specific skills within practice
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years NHS experience post qualification
- Experience of service development
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Range of postgraduate experience across core areas in an acute setting
- Experience of working with stroke and/or neurological conditions
- Minimum of 2 years' experience as an OT
Desirable
- Experience of supervising students
- Experience of qualified staff / unqualified staff
Additional
Essential
- Evidence of neuro-specific CPD from internal and external courses
- Desire to work at Salisbury Foundation Trust
- Desire to work with stroke/neurological conditions
Desirable
- Evidence of teaching others
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of MDT working
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Evidence of complex discharge planning
- Evidence of autonomous working
- Evidence of priortisation skills
Desirable
- Evidence of deputising in absence of senior staff
- Leading group sessions
- Evidence of representing the therapy team at ward-level meetings e.g. MDT meetings, care reviews, handovers
- Evidence of developing stroke-specific skills within practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Odstock Road
Salisbury
SP2 8BJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Odstock Road
Salisbury
SP2 8BJ
United Kingdom
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Principal Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399525
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Principle Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at Gatwick IRC, based in the heart of Gatwick, providing care to around 440 patients. Within this role you will be working closely with the multidisciplinary to provide high quality care for patients with complex mental health needs. The applicant must be familiar with trauma informed practice and trained in at least one trauma specific intervention. The applicant will be part of the Integrated Mental Health Team and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service
Hours
2.5 days per week 8am-4pm, we can offer some flexibility with hours
Salary
You'll receive an annual salary from £72,000 to £79,000per annumFTE - depending on experience.
You will also receive a golden hello payment of £3,500 which is paid in 4 instalments over 24 month period.How will we support you?
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Competency framework
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
- Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
As a qualified, HCPC registered Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) in the form of training
- Undertake psychological assessments and support complex multi-disciplinary formulations
- Deliver and oversee the delivery of 1:1 psychological interventions and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme
- Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required
- Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Requirements- Qualified clinical, counselling or forensic psychologist and registered with the HCPC as a practitioner psychologist;
- Postgraduate qualification/training in at least one specific mode of psychological therapy relevant to people with severe and long standing mental health difficulties eg: CBT, Systemic /family therapy, Mindfulness based therapies, CAT, DBT, Mentalisation, Schema Therapy
- Critical awareness of a range of psychological models applicable to delivering psychological approaches in remand prisons .
- A working knowledge of current good practice and recent government policies relating to health services and professional guidelines;
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Up to £79,000 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
15236-1
Job locations
Brook House
Perimeter Road South
Gatwick
Surrey
RH6 0PQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
In this senior clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients and staff within a remand prison setting.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical -
To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of high complex patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care.
To make highly specialist clinical decisions and clinical judgements about patient care, processes and service developments;
To provide specialist trauma informed, psychological insight, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan;
To lead and evaluate the implementation of a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments;
To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group;
To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff;
To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate;
To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff;
Foster good working relationships with Offender Management, Probation to Reconnect services to a psychologically informed understanding of patients needs during transition into open conditions or release into the community;
To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions;
To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;
To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes;
To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others;
To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal;
To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings.
In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National Head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team;
Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team;
Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.
Teaching, training and supervision
To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;
To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment;
To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations;
To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines;
Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology;
To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs;
To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.
Management, recruitment, policy and service development
To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements;
To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies;
To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives;
Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service;
To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service;
To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs);
To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service;
Research, service evaluation & audit
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members;
To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision;
To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation
To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.
Professional -
To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly;
To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS);
To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures;
To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues;
To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare
To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager;
To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.
Other
This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In this senior clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients and staff within a remand prison setting.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical -
To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of high complex patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care.
To make highly specialist clinical decisions and clinical judgements about patient care, processes and service developments;
To provide specialist trauma informed, psychological insight, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan;
To lead and evaluate the implementation of a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments;
To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group;
To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff;
To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate;
To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff;
Foster good working relationships with Offender Management, Probation to Reconnect services to a psychologically informed understanding of patients needs during transition into open conditions or release into the community;
To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions;
To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;
To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes;
To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others;
To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal;
To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings.
In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National Head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team;
Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team;
Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.
Teaching, training and supervision
To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;
To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment;
To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations;
To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines;
Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology;
To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs;
To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.
Management, recruitment, policy and service development
To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements;
To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies;
To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives;
Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service;
To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service;
To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs);
To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service;
Research, service evaluation & audit
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members;
To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision;
To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation
To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.
Professional -
To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly;
To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS);
To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures;
To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues;
To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare
To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager;
To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.
Other
This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.
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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.
UK Registration
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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
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Perimeter Road South
Gatwick
Surrey
RH6 0PQ
United Kingdom
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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
Brook House
Perimeter Road South
Gatwick
Surrey
RH6 0PQ
United Kingdom
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Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399520
Job summary
Join us at the Community Frailty Hub, where we are committed to providing integrated neighbourhood-based care to support patients to live well in their own homes for longer. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our supportive, forward-thinking team delivering high quality person centred, patient led care for people living with frailty in York.
Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle for work are essential for this role.
Please be aware we can not offer sponsorship at this time.
Nimbuscare is a GP-led provider organisation delivering urgent care, community services and neighbourhood-based models of care across Yorkshire. We exist to improve patient outcomes, reduce health inequalities and support the sustainability of primary and community care through collaboration, innovation and strong system partnerships.
Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder may work independently within an agreed scope of practice, enabling and monitoring patients, identifying early signs of deterioration, escalating concerns appropriately and maintain accurate documentation.
Providing care, support and reablement for patients living with frailty in the community to allow then to live safely, as independently within their own homes.
The role includes a comprehensive and mandatory training in core skills such as safeguarding, communication and infection control.
Please read the full job description attached.
Main duties of the job
Accountable for the delivery of efficient and appropriate care in accordance with relevant standards, guidelines and codes of conduct under the guidance of clinical staff.
To perform first visit assessments of patients in their own home following referral and assessment from a clinician. To update pre-visit summary and lone working questionnaire as appropriate.
To facilitate care and support as appropriate.
Encourage patient engagement to meet their goals and objectives as set out in a person-centered care plan.
To work as part of the Frailty Hub signposting to referral pathways within the MDT.
Support patients to complete home exercise programmes as advised by the therapy team.
Ensure patients comfort, safety, and dignity always, respecting privacy and always ensuring confidentiality.
Ensure all care and support is focused on promoting independence.
To maintain written records on System One and other related information as required and report all changes in the patients condition to the Team in an accurate and timely manner.
To assist and support patients and carers as appropriate. To assist patients with their activities of living, including prompting and administrating medication (in line with training, competency and agreed protocols), diet, maintaining personal hygiene, assessing and using toilet facilities as appropriate.
About us
Who are we?
Nimbuscare is a not-for-profit, socially driven organisation within the NHS family. Were collaborative, agile and innovative at our core, working with partners across the system to remove complexity, inspire trust and create person-centred solutions that make healthcare better for everyone.
What we do?
We work towards making a complex system simpler. Creating better, more seamless care closer to home.
How we do it?
By collaborating closely with GP Members, Patient Safety Partners and wider health and care organisations, combining shared insight and expertise to improve outcomes for local people.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this job are guaranteed an interview.
We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to draft your application. We value authentic, individual responses that reflect your own experience and communication style.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,065.56 to £26,734.79 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
B0260-26-0070
Job locations
Nimbuscare Limited
Gateway 1, Holgate Park Drive
Holgate
York
YO26 4GG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Accountable for the delivery of efficient and appropriate care in accordance with relevant standards, guidelines and codes of conduct under the guidance of clinical staff.
To perform first visit assessments of patients in their own home following referral and assessment from a clinician. To update pre-visit summary and lone working questionnaire as appropriate.
To facilitate care and support as appropriate.
Encourage patient engagement to meet their goals and objectives as set out in a person-centered care plan.
To work as part of the Frailty Hub signposting to referral pathways within the MDT.
Support patients to complete home exercise programmes as advised by the therapy team.
Ensure patients comfort, safety, and dignity always, respecting privacy and always ensuring confidentiality.
Ensure all care and support is focused on promoting independence.
To maintain written records on System One and other related information as required and report all changes in the patients condition to the Team in an accurate and timely manner.
To assist and support patients and carers as appropriate. To assist patients with their activities of living, including prompting and administrating medication (in line with training, competency and agreed protocols), diet, maintaining personal hygiene, assessing and using toilet facilities as appropriate.
To always respect the privacy and dignity of the patient, ensuring confidentiality.
Planned and Unplanned Cover: To contribute to maintaining the safe level of service delivery.
To effectively, efficiently and appropriately acknowledge, signpost and/or handle queries as deemed appropriate and source the appropriate advice.
Administrative Record Keeping: Responsible for maintaining accurate records / discharging and archiving patients paperwork. Completing Health Support Worker visit data and ensuring this is recorded at the point of patient contact, in an accurate manner.
Ensuring Healthcare Support colleagues receive accurate patient visit information in a timely manner via updating the pre-visit summary on Systm One and telephone and escalating any concerns to a clinician.
To perform and record physical observations on patients using the necessary equipment (BP monitor, blood sugar, pulse oximeter) when it is deemed appropriate or when advised to by a clinician.
To be monitor patients for a change in condition and escalate as appropriate.
To ensure referrals to other agencies are made appropriately.
Supporting the protection of children, young people, and adults at risk through compliance with safeguarding procedures and prompt reporting of any concerns.
To be an example and support junior staff.
To ensure any CQC requirements and/or documentation for which the post holder is responsible for is completed timely and accurately. To also ensure any procedures and processes applicable to the role are followed timely and accurately.
To ensure you devote the whole of your time, attention and abilities to your role, our business and its goals.
Such other duties as may reasonably be delegated from time to time.
Education and Training:
In accordance with the concepts of lifelong learning, develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to provide information to others to help their development. This will include:
Take part in plans for development, learning and performance, including participating in team meetings.
To attend training offered by York Community Frailty Hub clinical staff to ensure this is up to date.
Ensure mandatory training is up to date and completed on time.
Demonstrating to new staff members the skills and activities carried out, including shadowing, home visits and office-based workload.
Participation in 121, performance review and appraisal.
Infection Prevention and Control is everyones responsibility; therefore, Nimbuscare is committed to ensuring that all employees work collaboratively to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infection. To achieve this, all staff are expected to comply with Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Policies, to attend IPC training as part of their induction programme, attend mandatory IPC training or complete the e-learning programme annually and/or complete the workbook, as appropriate to their role.
To undertake training identified as appropriate/necessary to perform the role.
Other responsibilities:
Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters, overcoming any problems in communication.
Communicating clearly, concisely and effectively with other team members.
To develop good communications with the patient and his/her family, passing on all relevant information to the Community Frailty Hub team and other professionals as appropriate, e.g. out of hours GP's.
To treat all patient information as confidential.
Risk Management: Although it is essential the post holder can work independently, it is equally important the post holder to access support and advice as appropriate.
Demonstrate an awareness of the scope / boundaries of their own responsibilities, decision making, skills and knowledge is vital and to assertively and appropriately escalate and/or access support.
IT Literate: be willing to learn about IT system used in healthcare e.g. SystmOne and Microsoft Applications.
Customers/ Key Stakeholders
Supporting the Practice in achieving our Strategic Goals. Examples of the most direct customers:
External Customers:
District Nurses
Warden Control Service
Trust: Community Response Team, Community Therapy Team
Local Authority: Adult Social Services
Patients, Carers, Families
Out of Hours Services
Social Services
Voluntary Sector Agencies
Internal Customers:
Service Coordinator
Clinical Manager
Operational Manager
Wider Clinical Team (Practice Nursing and GP team)
Community Frailty Hub colleagues
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Accountable for the delivery of efficient and appropriate care in accordance with relevant standards, guidelines and codes of conduct under the guidance of clinical staff.
To perform first visit assessments of patients in their own home following referral and assessment from a clinician. To update pre-visit summary and lone working questionnaire as appropriate.
To facilitate care and support as appropriate.
Encourage patient engagement to meet their goals and objectives as set out in a person-centered care plan.
To work as part of the Frailty Hub signposting to referral pathways within the MDT.
Support patients to complete home exercise programmes as advised by the therapy team.
Ensure patients comfort, safety, and dignity always, respecting privacy and always ensuring confidentiality.
Ensure all care and support is focused on promoting independence.
To maintain written records on System One and other related information as required and report all changes in the patients condition to the Team in an accurate and timely manner.
To assist and support patients and carers as appropriate. To assist patients with their activities of living, including prompting and administrating medication (in line with training, competency and agreed protocols), diet, maintaining personal hygiene, assessing and using toilet facilities as appropriate.
To always respect the privacy and dignity of the patient, ensuring confidentiality.
Planned and Unplanned Cover: To contribute to maintaining the safe level of service delivery.
To effectively, efficiently and appropriately acknowledge, signpost and/or handle queries as deemed appropriate and source the appropriate advice.
Administrative Record Keeping: Responsible for maintaining accurate records / discharging and archiving patients paperwork. Completing Health Support Worker visit data and ensuring this is recorded at the point of patient contact, in an accurate manner.
Ensuring Healthcare Support colleagues receive accurate patient visit information in a timely manner via updating the pre-visit summary on Systm One and telephone and escalating any concerns to a clinician.
To perform and record physical observations on patients using the necessary equipment (BP monitor, blood sugar, pulse oximeter) when it is deemed appropriate or when advised to by a clinician.
To be monitor patients for a change in condition and escalate as appropriate.
To ensure referrals to other agencies are made appropriately.
Supporting the protection of children, young people, and adults at risk through compliance with safeguarding procedures and prompt reporting of any concerns.
To be an example and support junior staff.
To ensure any CQC requirements and/or documentation for which the post holder is responsible for is completed timely and accurately. To also ensure any procedures and processes applicable to the role are followed timely and accurately.
To ensure you devote the whole of your time, attention and abilities to your role, our business and its goals.
Such other duties as may reasonably be delegated from time to time.
Education and Training:
In accordance with the concepts of lifelong learning, develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to provide information to others to help their development. This will include:
Take part in plans for development, learning and performance, including participating in team meetings.
To attend training offered by York Community Frailty Hub clinical staff to ensure this is up to date.
Ensure mandatory training is up to date and completed on time.
Demonstrating to new staff members the skills and activities carried out, including shadowing, home visits and office-based workload.
Participation in 121, performance review and appraisal.
Infection Prevention and Control is everyones responsibility; therefore, Nimbuscare is committed to ensuring that all employees work collaboratively to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infection. To achieve this, all staff are expected to comply with Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Policies, to attend IPC training as part of their induction programme, attend mandatory IPC training or complete the e-learning programme annually and/or complete the workbook, as appropriate to their role.
To undertake training identified as appropriate/necessary to perform the role.
Other responsibilities:
Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters, overcoming any problems in communication.
Communicating clearly, concisely and effectively with other team members.
To develop good communications with the patient and his/her family, passing on all relevant information to the Community Frailty Hub team and other professionals as appropriate, e.g. out of hours GP's.
To treat all patient information as confidential.
Risk Management: Although it is essential the post holder can work independently, it is equally important the post holder to access support and advice as appropriate.
Demonstrate an awareness of the scope / boundaries of their own responsibilities, decision making, skills and knowledge is vital and to assertively and appropriately escalate and/or access support.
IT Literate: be willing to learn about IT system used in healthcare e.g. SystmOne and Microsoft Applications.
Customers/ Key Stakeholders
Supporting the Practice in achieving our Strategic Goals. Examples of the most direct customers:
External Customers:
District Nurses
Warden Control Service
Trust: Community Response Team, Community Therapy Team
Local Authority: Adult Social Services
Patients, Carers, Families
Out of Hours Services
Social Services
Voluntary Sector Agencies
Internal Customers:
Service Coordinator
Clinical Manager
Operational Manager
Wider Clinical Team (Practice Nursing and GP team)
Community Frailty Hub colleagues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certification of Enhanced Criminal Record Check with childrens and/or adult barred list to be carried out after successful interview.
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- Experience in Motivational Interviewing/Coaching
- NVQ Level 3 in Care or equivalent experience of working in a community health/social care setting
Behaviours
Essential
- Teamwork - Work effectively and professionally within the team through willingness to proactively support and assist their peers and colleagues.
- Ability to work independently supported by the Community Frailty Team. Having the ability to recognise when a problem / issue should be escalated or referred to the wider clinical team because it falls outside of the scope of the role and knowledge.
- Solution Focussed Approach: Ability to react to and face challenges or setbacks in a positive manner with a commitment to continuous improvement of their own skills and behaviours and of the service.
- Customer Service - Ability to remain focused on providing and continuously improving an excellent patient and internal customer service (colleagues).
- Confidentiality - Ability to exercise and adhere to Nimbuscare confidentiality policies.
- Work Prioritisation - Ability to organise, prioritise and manage your own workload.
Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills - Good Verbal and written communication.
- Ability to build professional and appropriate rapport with patients.
- Able to calmly, professionally and efficiently deliver Meet patients needs with a warm reassuring demeanour
Desirable
- Able to motivate patients to engage in rehabilitation.
- Work as part of the Multi-disciplinary team
Non-negotiable
Essential
- Driving licence and access to own vehicle for work
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certification of Enhanced Criminal Record Check with childrens and/or adult barred list to be carried out after successful interview.
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- Experience in Motivational Interviewing/Coaching
- NVQ Level 3 in Care or equivalent experience of working in a community health/social care setting
Behaviours
Essential
- Teamwork - Work effectively and professionally within the team through willingness to proactively support and assist their peers and colleagues.
- Ability to work independently supported by the Community Frailty Team. Having the ability to recognise when a problem / issue should be escalated or referred to the wider clinical team because it falls outside of the scope of the role and knowledge.
- Solution Focussed Approach: Ability to react to and face challenges or setbacks in a positive manner with a commitment to continuous improvement of their own skills and behaviours and of the service.
- Customer Service - Ability to remain focused on providing and continuously improving an excellent patient and internal customer service (colleagues).
- Confidentiality - Ability to exercise and adhere to Nimbuscare confidentiality policies.
- Work Prioritisation - Ability to organise, prioritise and manage your own workload.
Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills - Good Verbal and written communication.
- Ability to build professional and appropriate rapport with patients.
- Able to calmly, professionally and efficiently deliver Meet patients needs with a warm reassuring demeanour
Desirable
- Able to motivate patients to engage in rehabilitation.
- Work as part of the Multi-disciplinary team
Non-negotiable
Essential
- Driving licence and access to own vehicle for 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.
Employer details
Employer name
Nimbuscare
Address
Nimbuscare Limited
Gateway 1, Holgate Park Drive
Holgate
York
YO26 4GG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Nimbuscare
Address
Nimbuscare Limited
Gateway 1, Holgate Park Drive
Holgate
York
YO26 4GG
United Kingdom
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Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399519
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychologist to joinour integrated Mental Healthteam at HMP Garth.
HMP Garth, a category BCategory B men's prison, located in the village of Ulnes Walton, in Lancashire. The site houses around 800 patients aged 21+.We are seeking a strong clinical, counselling or forensic psychologistwho has previously worked within a fully integrated mental health service, and understands the needs of the Psychological services required and delivered within a prison healthcare setting. As part of this role you will be managing an Assistant Psychologist as well as developing the psychological services at the site.
Hours
2.5 days per week betweenMonday to Friday 9am-5pm
If you are looking for full time position we can offer additional sessions working at HMP Wymott.
Salary
You'll receive an annual salary of between £64,455 and £74,896 per annum depending on experience FTE, which will be pro rata for the part time hours.
How will we support you?
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Competency framework
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Main duties of the job
As a Psychologist,your responsibilities will vary. You will:
- Support the development and embedding of a trauma-informed mental health service model across sites
- Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT)
- Undertake psychological assessments
- Support complex multi-disciplinary formulations
- Deliver psychological interventions to cases of complexity
- Deliver and oversee 1:1 and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme
- Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required
- Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate
If you are interested incareer development,we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include bothinternal and external optionsfor development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications, skills and experience required:
- Qualified clinical, counselling or forensic psychologist and registered with the HCPC as a practitioner psychologist;
- Postgraduate qualification/training in at least one specific mode of psychological therapy relevant to people with severe and long standing mental health difficulties eg: CBT, Systemic /family therapy, Mindfulness based therapies, CAT, DBT, Mentalisation, Schema Therapy
- Critical awareness of a range of psychological models applicable to delivering psychological approaches in remand prisons .
- A working knowledge of current good practice and recent government policies relating to health services and professional guidelines;
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Between £64,455 - £74,896 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
14270-6
Job locations
Garth Prison, Ulnes Walton Lane
Leyland
Lancashire
PR26 8NE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
In this senior clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients and staff within a remand prison setting.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical -
To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of high complex patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care.
To make highly specialist clinical decisions and clinical judgements about patient care, processes and service developments;
To provide specialist trauma informed, psychological insight, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan;
To lead and evaluate the implementation of a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments;
To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group;
To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff;
To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate;
To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff;
Foster good working relationships with Offender Management, Probation to Reconnect services to a psychologically informed understanding of patients needs during transition into open conditions or release into the community;
To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions;
To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;
To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes;
To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others;
To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal;
To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings.
In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National Head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team;
Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team;
Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.
Teaching, training and supervision
To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;
To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment;
To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations;
To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines;
Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology;
To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs;
To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.
Management, recruitment, policy and service development
To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements;
To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies;
To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives;
Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service;
To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service;
To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs);
To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service;
Research, service evaluation & audit
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members;
To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision;
To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation
To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.
Professional -
To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly;
To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS);
To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures;
To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues;
To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare
To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager;
To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.
Other
This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In this senior clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients and staff within a remand prison setting.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical -
To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of high complex patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care.
To make highly specialist clinical decisions and clinical judgements about patient care, processes and service developments;
To provide specialist trauma informed, psychological insight, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan;
To lead and evaluate the implementation of a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments;
To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group;
To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff;
To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate;
To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff;
Foster good working relationships with Offender Management, Probation to Reconnect services to a psychologically informed understanding of patients needs during transition into open conditions or release into the community;
To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions;
To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;
To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes;
To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others;
To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal;
To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings.
In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National Head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team;
Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team;
Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.
Teaching, training and supervision
To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;
To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment;
To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations;
To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines;
Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology;
To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs;
To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.
Management, recruitment, policy and service development
To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements;
To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies;
To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives;
Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service;
To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service;
To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs);
To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service;
Research, service evaluation & audit
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members;
To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision;
To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation
To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.
Professional -
To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly;
To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS);
To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures;
To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues;
To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare
To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager;
To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.
Other
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
Garth Prison, Ulnes Walton Lane
Leyland
Lancashire
PR26 8NE
United Kingdom
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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
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Garth Prison, Ulnes Walton Lane
Leyland
Lancashire
PR26 8NE
United Kingdom
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Psychologist
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399515
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychologisttojoin our Integrated Mental Healthteam atHMP Preston, a category BPrison located inLancashire, housing around 750 patients. The site is based just of off the A59 and is accessible via public transport. Within this role you will work collaboratively with the Integrated Mental Health and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service, as well as line managing an Assistant Psychologist and supporting them with the delivery of interventions.
Hours
Monday to Friday9am-5pm This position is full time,however part time working 3 days can be considered.
Salary
You'll receive an annual salary between£68,082 and £78,808per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Competency framework
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
- Clinical supervision and service oversight support from the Cluster Lead Psychologist and support from the wider national Psychological therapies team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
As aPsychologist,your responsibilities will vary. You will:
- Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT)
- Undertake psychological assessments
- Support complex multi-disciplinary formulations
- Deliver psychological interventions to cases of complexity
- Deliver and oversee 1:1 and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme
- Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required
- Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate
If you are interested incareer development,we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include bothinternal and external optionsfor development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
- Free gym on site
- Indemnity insurance costs will be covered
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Requirements
- Registered with professional body or regulatory body as appropriate to psychological therapy discipline i.e., HCPC/BPS
- Qualified Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist
- Experience working with psychological trauma
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£68,082 to £78,808 a year £68,082 – £78,808 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
14445-6
Job locations
HMP Preston
2 Ribbleton Lane
Preston
Lancashire
PR1 5AB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
In this senior clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients and staff within a remand prison setting.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical -
To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of high complex patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care.
To make highly specialist clinical decisions and clinical judgements about patient care, processes and service developments;
To provide specialist trauma informed, psychological insight, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan;
To lead and evaluate the implementation of a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments;
To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group;
To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff;
To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate;
To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff;
Foster good working relationships with Offender Management, Probation to Reconnect services to a psychologically informed understanding of patients needs during transition into open conditions or release into the community;
To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions;
To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;
To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes;
To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others;
To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal;
To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings.
In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National Head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team;
Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team;
Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.
Teaching, training and supervision
To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;
To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment;
To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations;
To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines;
Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology;
To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs;
To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.
Management, recruitment, policy and service development
To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements;
To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies;
To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives;
Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service;
To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service;
To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs);
To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service;
Research, service evaluation & audit
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members;
To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision;
To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation
To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work
To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.
Professional -
To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly;
To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS);
To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures;
To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues;
To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare
To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager;
To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.
Other
This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.
Job description Job responsibilities In this senior clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients and staff within a remand prison setting.MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESClinical - To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of high complex patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care. To make highly specialist clinical decisions and clinical judgements about patient care, processes and service developments; To provide specialist trauma informed, psychological insight, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan; To lead and evaluate the implementation of a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments; To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group; To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff; To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate; To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff; Foster good working relationships with Offender Management, Probation to Reconnect services to a psychologically informed understanding of patients needs during transition into open conditions or release into the community; To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions; To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments; To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes; To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others; To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal; To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings. In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National Head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team; Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team; Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.Teaching, training and supervision To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment; To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations; To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines; Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology; To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs; To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions. Management, recruitment, policy and service development To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements; To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies; To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives; Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service; To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service; To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs); To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service; Research, service evaluation & audit To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members; To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision; To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.Professional - To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly; To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS); To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures; To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues; To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager; To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.Other This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. 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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.
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Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
HMP Preston
2 Ribbleton Lane
Preston
Lancashire
PR1 5AB
United Kingdom
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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
HMP Preston
2 Ribbleton Lane
Preston
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PR1 5AB
United Kingdom
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Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399510
Job summary
At St Lukes Hospice, we believe in delivering compassionate, dignified, and holistic care to people living with life-limiting illnesses. Were looking for a dedicated Bank Healthcare Assistant to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, youll work under the direction of a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality, individualised care that respects each persons dignity, choice, and individuality. Youll be an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting patients physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. This role is for 24 hours a week.
About us
St Lukes is an organisation that is dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing and quality of life of all those affected by a terminal illness in Sheffield. Our purpose is to give patients and their families the high-quality care they need, treating each person as a unique individual. We promise to listen to their wishes and choices, tailoring our care and support so they can make the most of every day. We work with others to champion improvements in end-of-life care, in Sheffield and beyond. Everyone who works at St Luke's makes a difference. St Lukes plays a key role in helping terminally ill people in Sheffield and you could join the team that makes St Lukes so special.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,147 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
STL1237337
Job locations
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support patients and their families as part of a caring and committed team. Assist in providing holistic palliative care, including end-of-life care. Help create a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff. Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues. Contribute to accurate and respectful documentation of care. Participate in post-bereavement care and support. Recognise when to refer concerns to senior staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support patients and their families as part of a caring and committed team. Assist in providing holistic palliative care, including end-of-life care. Help create a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff. Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues. Contribute to accurate and respectful documentation of care. Participate in post-bereavement care and support. Recognise when to refer concerns to senior staff.
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Employer details
Employer name
St Luke’s Hospice
Address
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
United Kingdom
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St Luke’s Hospice
Address
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Sheffield
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Mental Health Duty Practitioner
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399500
Job summary
**SUBJECT TO AFC BANDING APPROVAL**
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Duty Mental Health Practitioner to join us in a new role in an established Talking Therapies service.
You will work as part of our Talking Therapies services dealing closely with a wide range of stakeholders providing first-class clinical care.
You should hold a current registration to a professional health registered body, maintain ongoing professional development and training to the equivalent of safeguarding Level 3.
Experience should include:
- working within NHS mental health services with a range of mental health issues.
- assessing & managing multiple presentations of risk. multidisciplinary working.
- assessment & managing wide range of safeguarding issues. working with people with depression and anxietywho may present in acute mental distress
- providing risk & safeguarding advice, consultation and/or supervision to other practitioners.
If you are a highly organised and motivated individual with a commitment to the NHS and patient care then we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the day-to-day management of the duty team. This will include triaging complex referrals that come into the service that may come from professionals or clients self-referring. The post holder will manage, process, hear and deliver sensitive information which may be distressing in nature, and will manage risk within the triage process.
The post holder will also be required to caseload manage members of the therapy team both routinely and on demand, specifically where a team member needs immediate supervision relating to risk management of a client presenting in crisis.
The development of positive working relationships and the ability to work autonomously with partners, agencies and bodies both internal and external to the trust is key to the successful application of this role.
About us
As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.
We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.
We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.
The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.
The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
232-PRC-8303133
Job locations
Hope Centre
Upper Huntbach Street
Hanley
ST1 2BX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of the Duty Team you will be responsible for providing advice and support to our staff (CBT Therapists/Counsellors, DIT, IPT, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) and our administrative team) about all aspects of clinical risk, supporting robust risk management and safeguarding processes across the service.
The Duty Mental Health Practitioner will have substantial client contact by telephone, often talking with people who may be distressed, to help screen client suitability for the service and make referrals where appropriate into secondary mental health services. There may be some additional responsibilities in supporting interface discussions between Talking Therapies Services and Secondary Care mental health services.
We welcome applicants who have experience of and confidence in managing risk. A working knowledge of primary and secondary mental health care services would be an advantage.
- Deliver effective caseload management and provide feedback on performance to the senior management team, whilst also managing own caseload within the duty team.
- Responsibility for the management of the duty /triage activity including issues relating to referrals, allocation, activity levels, and clinical risk. This will include receiving highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, and taking referrals over the telephone. Triage may involve experiencing hostility, antagonistic, or highly emotive information, alongside eliciting and providing information that can be sensitive in nature. It will also include communication of information relating to risk and treatment to other professionals, sometimes through interpreters or advocates, including behaviour, state of mind, and where there is a need for empathy and reassurance to gain agreement from the client to proceed with the most appropriate care pathway/care package given the presentation.
- Facilitate the triage of clients presenting with multiple or complex issues, including consideration of allocation to assessment for the appropriate therapeutic treatment, and decisions regarding onward referral to specialist services. This will include communicating sensitive information where clients may be hostile.
- The development of close working relationships with other clinical teams to support appropriate clinical pathways and onward referrals based on complexity and clinical need is crucial.
- Translate the national NHS Talking Therapies agenda into practice by ensuring that recommendations from national policy and guidance are communicated and understood and implemented across the team.
See attached JD for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of the Duty Team you will be responsible for providing advice and support to our staff (CBT Therapists/Counsellors, DIT, IPT, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) and our administrative team) about all aspects of clinical risk, supporting robust risk management and safeguarding processes across the service.
The Duty Mental Health Practitioner will have substantial client contact by telephone, often talking with people who may be distressed, to help screen client suitability for the service and make referrals where appropriate into secondary mental health services. There may be some additional responsibilities in supporting interface discussions between Talking Therapies Services and Secondary Care mental health services.
We welcome applicants who have experience of and confidence in managing risk. A working knowledge of primary and secondary mental health care services would be an advantage.
- Deliver effective caseload management and provide feedback on performance to the senior management team, whilst also managing own caseload within the duty team.
- Responsibility for the management of the duty /triage activity including issues relating to referrals, allocation, activity levels, and clinical risk. This will include receiving highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, and taking referrals over the telephone. Triage may involve experiencing hostility, antagonistic, or highly emotive information, alongside eliciting and providing information that can be sensitive in nature. It will also include communication of information relating to risk and treatment to other professionals, sometimes through interpreters or advocates, including behaviour, state of mind, and where there is a need for empathy and reassurance to gain agreement from the client to proceed with the most appropriate care pathway/care package given the presentation.
- Facilitate the triage of clients presenting with multiple or complex issues, including consideration of allocation to assessment for the appropriate therapeutic treatment, and decisions regarding onward referral to specialist services. This will include communicating sensitive information where clients may be hostile.
- The development of close working relationships with other clinical teams to support appropriate clinical pathways and onward referrals based on complexity and clinical need is crucial.
- Translate the national NHS Talking Therapies agenda into practice by ensuring that recommendations from national policy and guidance are communicated and understood and implemented across the team.
See attached JD for full details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post graduate qualification in an associated field of professional scope/therapies or equivalent experience. Professional qualification relevant to Adult Mental Health i.e. RMN, OT, Social Worker, Therapist. Post qualification training at diploma/degree level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working therapeutically in community settings
Desirable
- Minimum of one years' post registration experience working in a community mental health setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of psychosocial interventions
Desirable
- Awareness of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and principles of NHS talking Therapies service in relation to treatment for common mental health problems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post graduate qualification in an associated field of professional scope/therapies or equivalent experience. Professional qualification relevant to Adult Mental Health i.e. RMN, OT, Social Worker, Therapist. Post qualification training at diploma/degree level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working therapeutically in community settings
Desirable
- Minimum of one years' post registration experience working in a community mental health setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of psychosocial interventions
Desirable
- Awareness of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and principles of NHS talking Therapies service in relation to treatment for common mental health problems
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
Address
Hope Centre
Upper Huntbach Street
Hanley
ST1 2BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
Address
Hope Centre
Upper Huntbach Street
Hanley
ST1 2BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Physiotherapy Assistant
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399493
Job summary
Band 2 Physiotherapy Assistant
PLEASE NOTE: If you are a qualified Physiotherapist, your application will not be considered for this role.
We are pleased to offer this exciting opportunity to come and join our team at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading.
In this role you work closely with patients, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team, undertaking an array of responsibilities and tasks to support the smooth running of the Therapies service.
This post is rotational, covering areas such as Medicine, Elderly Care, ICU & Surgery, Respiratory & the Acute Stroke Unit.
This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received - if interested, please therefore apply as soon as you can.
We CANNOT provide visa sponsorship for this job role.
Main duties of the job
To be a Physiotherapy assistant working to assist the Physiotherapist in the therapeutic management of patients for the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospital (RBFT).
Under supervision to facilitate and participate in ongoing patient treatment.
To work effectively as a team member in carrying out, under direction, exercise and mobility programmes.
To participate in providing a high quality, effective and efficient physiotherapy service.
Under supervision of a Physiotherapist, provide a range of activities, instructing and guiding patients, individually or in groups, to support them in achieving identified goals and promoting independence.
To undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service, including clerical and housekeeping tasks.
About us
The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest District General Hospitals in the country.
The hospital achieved Foundation Trust status on 1st June 2006. It was the first Foundation Trust in the South Central Strategic Health Authority.
The Trust has a successful track record of delivering high quality acute medical and surgical services for 500,000 patients across West Berkshire, an area extending from Newbury in the west to Henley-on-Thames in the east, and including Wokingham and parts of Hampshire to the south and parts of Oxfordshire to the north. The Trust is Readings biggest employer.
The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Our "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-8344310NCG
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- IT skills, including Email
- Some knowledge of physiotherapy
Desirable
- Previous experience of health or social care setting
- Experience of working with members of the public
- Some understanding of hospital working
Experience
Essential
- Experience of caring role(s)
Desirable
- NHS experience
Education
Essential
- Education to GCSE level including English and Maths
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- IT skills, including Email
- Some knowledge of physiotherapy
Desirable
- Previous experience of health or social care setting
- Experience of working with members of the public
- Some understanding of hospital working
Experience
Essential
- Experience of caring role(s)
Desirable
- NHS experience
Education
Essential
- Education to GCSE level including English and Maths
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399491
Job summary
Join St Luke's Hospice as a Hospitality Assistant and help provide a welcoming, high-quality service to patients, families, visitors and staff. Working as part of our Hospitality Team, you'll support the delivery of food and beverages throughout the hospice, maintain clean and safe hospitality areas, and contribute to the comfort and wellbeing of those in our care. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for customer service who wants to make a meaningful difference in a compassionate healthcare environment. We offer up to 30 hours per week and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements with the successful candidate.
Main duties of the job
You will provide a friendly and professional hospitality service across the hospice, serving food and refreshments to patients, visitors and staff. The role includes supporting patients with food and drink choices, ensuring dietary requirements are communicated accurately, maintaining high standards of food hygiene and infection prevention, cleaning and restocking hospitality areas, processing payments, monitoring stock levels and working closely with both catering and clinical teams. You'll also support volunteers and new team members where required and contribute to creating a positive experience for everyone who visits St Luke's.
About us
St Lukes is an organisation that is dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing and quality of life of all those affected by a terminal illness in Sheffield. Our purpose is to give patients and their families the high-quality care they need, treating each person as a unique individual. We promise to listen to their wishes and choices, tailoring our care and support so they can make the most of every day. We work with others to champion improvements in end-of-life care, in Sheffield and beyond. Everyone who works at St Luke's makes a difference. St Lukes plays a key role in helping terminally ill people in Sheffield and you could join the team that makes St Lukes so special.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,099 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
STL1239929
Job locations
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide a professional and welcoming hospitality service to patients, visitors and staff. Serve food, drinks and refreshments across the hospice. Support patients with meal choices and dietary requirements. Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and infection prevention. Clean and replenish hospitality and beverage areas. Process cash and card payments. Monitor stock levels and report maintenance or equipment issues. Work collaboratively with catering, hospitality and clinical teams. Support volunteers and new starters as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide a professional and welcoming hospitality service to patients, visitors and staff. Serve food, drinks and refreshments across the hospice. Support patients with meal choices and dietary requirements. Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and infection prevention. Clean and replenish hospitality and beverage areas. Process cash and card payments. Monitor stock levels and report maintenance or equipment issues. Work collaboratively with catering, hospitality and clinical teams. Support volunteers and new starters as required.
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please refer to attached Employee Specification
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please refer to attached Employee 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.
Employer details
Employer name
St Luke’s Hospice
Address
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stlukeshospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
St Luke’s Hospice
Address
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stlukeshospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Duty Manager | Reception Manager
Stratford Health Centre | The Forest Practice View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399490
Job summary
We are looking for a welcoming, efficient and highly organised Duty Manager to join our practice team, working 30 hours per week.
This is a varied, hands-on role responsible for supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our practices. You will provide visible leadership to the administrative and reception teams, maintain high standards of patient service and help ensure that operational processes are completed safely, effectively and on time.
We are looking for someone approachable and proactive who can confidently manage competing priorities, support colleagues and respond calmly to the changing demands of a busy primary care environment.
Main duties of the job
The Duty Manager will oversee the smooth day-to-day running of reception and administrative team. This includes coordinating staffing and workloads, monitoring key workflows, supporting planning and ensuring urgent tasks are prioritised and escalated appropriately.
The role also involves leading and developing the team, maintaining excellent patient service, responding to operational pressures and ensuring compliance with practice policies, CQC standards and health and safety requirements.
About us
Stratford Health Centre and The Forest Practice form a growing primary care practice group serving more than 16,000 patients within the London Borough of Newham.
We are part of the wider Newham NW2 Primary Care Network, which serves a combined population of more than 40,000 patients. Our two practice sites are approximately one kilometer apart and are operationally integrated, with aligned policies and procedures.
Our clinical and administrative teams work across both practices, providing a flexible, collaborative and productive operating model.
We are always looking for new talent and welcome ideas and initiatives that strengthen patient services, support team development and contribute to the long-term sustainability of our practices.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.30 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3546-26-0002
Job locations
121-123 The Grove
Stratford
London
E15 1EN
United Kingdom
The Forest Practice - Lord Lister Health Centre
121 Woodgrange Road
LONDON
E7 0EP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Duty Managers responsibilities will include:
Coordinating daily operations and ensuring reception and administrative services run smoothly.
Organising staffing and workloads so that the right people are in the right place at the right time.
Monitoring key workflows, including appointments, prescriptions, electronic tasks, documents, correspondence and laboratory reports.
Prioritising urgent work, setting clear deadlines and escalating concerns appropriately.
Supporting clinical session planning and ensuring appointment availability meets service requirements.
Providing day-to-day leadership, guidance, training and performance support to team members.
Leading team huddles and communicating important operational updates.
Maintaining a professional, welcoming and well-organised environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.
Supporting patients with complex enquiries or concerns and assisting with complaint resolution.
Responding effectively to service pressures, late-running clinics, incidents and emergencies.
Ensuring practice policies, CQC requirements, health and safety procedures and mandatory checks are followed and recorded.
Providing hands-on support across reception and other administrative functions when required.
The duties listed above are not exhaustive, and the postholder may be asked to undertake other appropriate responsibilities within their skills and experience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Duty Managers responsibilities will include:
Coordinating daily operations and ensuring reception and administrative services run smoothly.
Organising staffing and workloads so that the right people are in the right place at the right time.
Monitoring key workflows, including appointments, prescriptions, electronic tasks, documents, correspondence and laboratory reports.
Prioritising urgent work, setting clear deadlines and escalating concerns appropriately.
Supporting clinical session planning and ensuring appointment availability meets service requirements.
Providing day-to-day leadership, guidance, training and performance support to team members.
Leading team huddles and communicating important operational updates.
Maintaining a professional, welcoming and well-organised environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.
Supporting patients with complex enquiries or concerns and assisting with complaint resolution.
Responding effectively to service pressures, late-running clinics, incidents and emergencies.
Ensuring practice policies, CQC requirements, health and safety procedures and mandatory checks are followed and recorded.
Providing hands-on support across reception and other administrative functions when required.
The duties listed above are not exhaustive, and the postholder may be asked to undertake other appropriate responsibilities within their skills and experience.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- A welcoming, professional and patient-focused approach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate with patients, colleagues and senior managers.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy and changing environment.
- Ability to remain calm, make sound operational decisions and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Ability to lead, motivate, support and develop team members.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute effectively as part of a wider team.
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work 30 hours per week across Stratford Health Centre and The Forest Practice according to operational requirements.
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education, including English and mathematics at GCSE/Level 2 or equivalent, or demonstrable equivalent literacy and numeracy skills.
Desirable
- Qualification in leadership, management, business administration or healthcare management.
- NHS leadership or primary care management training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy administrative, reception or customer-facing environment.
- Experience of supervising, coordinating or providing day-to-day guidance to a team.
- Experience of organising staffing, allocating work and managing competing priorities.
- Experience of monitoring workflows and ensuring urgent tasks are completed or escalated appropriately.
- Experience of handling complex enquiries, complaints or difficult situations professionally.
- Experience of maintaining accurate records and handling confidential or sensitive information.
- Competent use of standard computer systems, including email, document management and Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
- Experience of working within general practice, primary care or another NHS healthcare setting.
- Experience of preparing staff rotas and coordinating cover for planned or unexpected absences.
- Familiarity with primary care workflows, including appointments, prescriptions, clinical correspondence, electronic tasks and test results.
- Experience of supporting formal complaint investigations.
- Experience of using EMIS Web.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- A welcoming, professional and patient-focused approach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate with patients, colleagues and senior managers.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy and changing environment.
- Ability to remain calm, make sound operational decisions and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Ability to lead, motivate, support and develop team members.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute effectively as part of a wider team.
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work 30 hours per week across Stratford Health Centre and The Forest Practice according to operational requirements.
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education, including English and mathematics at GCSE/Level 2 or equivalent, or demonstrable equivalent literacy and numeracy skills.
Desirable
- Qualification in leadership, management, business administration or healthcare management.
- NHS leadership or primary care management training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy administrative, reception or customer-facing environment.
- Experience of supervising, coordinating or providing day-to-day guidance to a team.
- Experience of organising staffing, allocating work and managing competing priorities.
- Experience of monitoring workflows and ensuring urgent tasks are completed or escalated appropriately.
- Experience of handling complex enquiries, complaints or difficult situations professionally.
- Experience of maintaining accurate records and handling confidential or sensitive information.
- Competent use of standard computer systems, including email, document management and Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
- Experience of working within general practice, primary care or another NHS healthcare setting.
- Experience of preparing staff rotas and coordinating cover for planned or unexpected absences.
- Familiarity with primary care workflows, including appointments, prescriptions, clinical correspondence, electronic tasks and test results.
- Experience of supporting formal complaint investigations.
- Experience of using EMIS Web.
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
Stratford Health Centre | The Forest Practice
Address
121-123 The Grove
Stratford
London
E15 1EN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stratford.healthcentre.co.ukwww.stratford.healthcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Stratford Health Centre | The Forest Practice
Address
121-123 The Grove
Stratford
London
E15 1EN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stratford.healthcentre.co.ukwww.stratford.healthcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Advanced Pharmacist - Women and Children
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399487
Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, self-motivated individual to join our clinical pharmacy team as an Advanced Pharmacist - Women and Children. This is fixed term 12 month post to cover maternity leave. You will provide a clinical pharmacy service to our womens and childrens wards. Therefore significant recent and relevant experience of providing a clinical pharmacy service to paediatrics is expected.
You will also be responsible for providing directorate support to the women and children directorate within the Family and Specialist Services division
You will be strongly encouraged to come up with innovative ideas to improve the clinical service alongside increased medicines efficiency savings.
You will require excellent communication and leadership skills, and be comfortable collaborating with clinicians, managers, nurses and others to ensure that pharmaceutical care of ill patients with a range of clinical conditions is safe and optimised. You will also be involved in training and teaching junior members of the pharmacy team alongside the wider MDT.
Line management experience would be beneficial, as you will be involved in the sickness management, appraisal and general line management responsibilities of our team of rotational band 7 staff.
Main duties of the job
You will be registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council and have successfully completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or be able to demonstrate equivalent and transferrable experience. You will also be a registered non-medical prescriber.
Training and support will be given and a commitment to continuing professional development is essential.
The role will include participation in weekend and bank holiday working.
Applicants should have knowledge of therapeutics and medicine use and experience of audit, risk management and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of staff.
This role is critical to providing a high quality clinical service to patients. The post holder will need to be flexible and organised, be able to align their values with those of the organisation, have the ability to delegate effectively and to work as part of a team with a 'can do' positive attitude.
About us
Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) is a dynamic and successful organisation with a strong organisational and personal development focus. With over 5,500 employees and a turnover of £310 million, the Trust provides a comprehensive range of secondary care services to the people of Calderdale and Huddersfield and has an exceptional reputation for service delivery. The Foundation Trust aims to design and implement services, policies and measures that meet the diverse needs of our service, population and workforce, ensuring that none are placed at a disadvantage over others
CHFT is a digitally advanced hospital trust - we use Cerner Millenium Electronic Patient record which includes electronic prescribing and administration. We have recently installed a pharmacy dispensing robot at our Calderdale site and are a trailblazing site with the introduction of electronic controlled drug registers (eCDR) which has lead to nomination for a HSJ award
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
372-FSS3134-A
Job locations
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary
Acre Street
Huddersfield
HD3 3EA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support the Head of Clinical Pharmacy Services in setting the strategic direction for the Clinical Pharmacy Service
- Contribute to the development of the annual business plan and strategic planning for the Pharmacy Directorate
- Implement Trust policies in relation to the Clinical Pharmacy Service
- Continually review the quality and standard of service provision through consultation with users of the Clinical Pharmacy Service and makes recommendations for improvement to the Deputy Clinical
- Director of Pharmacy
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies, procedures and records for the Clinical Pharmacy Service and medicines management
- Assists Directorates and specialties in controlling drug expenditure
- Ensure the appropriate stock control and storage of materials and safe maintenance of equipment used in the provision of the Clinical Pharmacy services
- Complies with Trust policies relating to security and patient confidentiality and to ensure that procedures are undertaken within safe systems of work and legislation
- Participates in weekend, public holiday, out of hours and extended hours provision of pharmacy services
For further details please see Job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support the Head of Clinical Pharmacy Services in setting the strategic direction for the Clinical Pharmacy Service
- Contribute to the development of the annual business plan and strategic planning for the Pharmacy Directorate
- Implement Trust policies in relation to the Clinical Pharmacy Service
- Continually review the quality and standard of service provision through consultation with users of the Clinical Pharmacy Service and makes recommendations for improvement to the Deputy Clinical
- Director of Pharmacy
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies, procedures and records for the Clinical Pharmacy Service and medicines management
- Assists Directorates and specialties in controlling drug expenditure
- Ensure the appropriate stock control and storage of materials and safe maintenance of equipment used in the provision of the Clinical Pharmacy services
- Complies with Trust policies relating to security and patient confidentiality and to ensure that procedures are undertaken within safe systems of work and legislation
- Participates in weekend, public holiday, out of hours and extended hours provision of pharmacy services
For further details please see Job description
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent Degree in Pharmacy approved by General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification)
- Pharmacist prescriber
Desirable
- Working on RPS or HEE advanced framework portfolio
- Management / Leadership training
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Able to demonstrate significant relevant experience of clinical pharmacy practice
- Experience managing staff
- Detailed knowledge of Clinical Pharmacy, Medicines Management and Pharmacy Practice acquired through training and experience.
- Computer literate
- Pharmacy Practice Research and Clinical Audit
- Management of drug budgets
Desirable
- Significant relevant and recent experience of Paediatrics
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Self- motivating and ability to influence and negotiate with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff
- Planning and organisational skills
- Able to effect and manage change
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Demonstrate commitment to CPD.
- Education & Training skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Able to fulfil the health requirements of the post as identified in the Job Description, taking into account any reasonable adjustments recommended by Occupational Health
- Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent Degree in Pharmacy approved by General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification)
- Pharmacist prescriber
Desirable
- Working on RPS or HEE advanced framework portfolio
- Management / Leadership training
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Able to demonstrate significant relevant experience of clinical pharmacy practice
- Experience managing staff
- Detailed knowledge of Clinical Pharmacy, Medicines Management and Pharmacy Practice acquired through training and experience.
- Computer literate
- Pharmacy Practice Research and Clinical Audit
- Management of drug budgets
Desirable
- Significant relevant and recent experience of Paediatrics
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Self- motivating and ability to influence and negotiate with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff
- Planning and organisational skills
- Able to effect and manage change
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Demonstrate commitment to CPD.
- Education & Training skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Able to fulfil the health requirements of the post as identified in the Job Description, taking into account any reasonable adjustments recommended by Occupational Health
- Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary
Acre Street
Huddersfield
HD3 3EA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary
Acre Street
Huddersfield
HD3 3EA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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