Job summary

An exciting opportunity has a risen for a Band 6, MH Practitioner (part time) within the MH Urgent Care Department.

The Mental Health Urgent Care Department, is a facility where adults, aged 18 years and above, who are experiencing a mental health crisis can receive an urgent biopsychosocial assessment with immediate care planning. It is a new, purpose built department based at the Basildon Mental Health Unit on the Basildon university Hospital site.

The post holder will work as a Band 6 Senior Practitioner with the urgent care team providing high quality, evidence-based, holistic assessments to patients attending the service. Assessments must be completed in line with your professional code and Trust policies and clinical guidelines.

Main duties of the job

Provide comprehensive assessment, care and safety planning for patients attending the Urgent Care Department ensuring their care pathway is purposeful and promotes recovery.

Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with your professional Code and Trust policy.

Develop and maintain specialist clinical skills and expertise in the assessment and treatment of people with mental health needs.

Receive, triage and assess patients attending the Urgent Care Department, ensuring nursing triage, assessment, care and support of each person is appropriate to their individual needs

Offer advice on management of patients with mental health issues other health care professionals, advocating for best practice in line with Trust and national guidance.

Assess, investigate, treat and discharge or refer patients attending the department with a diverse range of minor injuries/illnesses, within the parameters of the Urgent Care Department guidelines and scope of practice.

Feedback outcomes of assessments to the department clinical leaders and agree and implement the management plan

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Clinical Pharmacist to join our multidisciplinary team.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation within the Primary Care Network (PCN) framework. The PCN has already established excellent collaboration in delivering pharmacy provision to the many aspects of the DES within its locality. The post holder will help underpin and grow the team to move to working in line with the ever-evolving requirements of PCNs.

Our current team is complemented by clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians working across all sites. This role is a replacement within the team to continue to grow on the support and accessibility of our PCN and its patient population.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants will be required to demonstrate their right to work in the UK at interview.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

1.Clinical Medicines Management

Provide expertise in clinical medicines management, including medication reviews and ensuring safe prescribing practices, especially during care transitions.

2.Medication Reviews

Conduct remote or face-to-face structured medication reviews for patients, particularly those with polypharmacy, long-term conditions, or in care homes

3.Support for Patients

Offer patient-facing support, addressing medication queries and optimizing medication use to improve adherence and outcomes

4.Hospital Discharge Management

Reconcile and manage medicines post-hospital discharge, ensuring continuity of care and addressing unexplained changes

5.Quality Improvement

Lead clinical audits and contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including adherence to local and national prescribing guidelines.

6.Service Development

Provide pharmaceutical advice for creating and implementing new services with medicinal components

7.Medicines Safety

Review and improve the safety of medicines associated with unplanned hospital admissions and high-risk groups

8.Education and Guidance

Provide medication-related information to practice staff, healthcare teams, and patients, suggesting solutions and monitoring outcomes.

9.Policy Implementation

Monitor compliance with local and national guidelines, assisting with practice formulary updates and adherence to NICE guidance.

About us

LAKESIDE HEALTHCARE is changing the face of primary care provision in England. We are bold, adventurous and ambitious and determined to thrive in uncertain times. We are the largest true partnership in the NHS and operate from various sites across the East Midlands. We serve the healthcare needs of over 170,000 patients across Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire & Cambridgeshire. Joining our team presents an opportunity to be part of a large organisation that is changing the way primary care is delivered today.

Living and breathing our values at Lakeside Healthcare

Caring & Respect: Simply put we genuinely care about people: working together for our patients and our teams, our patients come first in everything we do. We strive to ensure we connect and respond to all needs with compassion, care and respect to improve the lives and wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Teamwork & Quality: In all areas of our business we network, collaborate and learn from our Patients, Stakeholders and each another to ensure we are always striving to improve, making the right and best decisions to provide the best service.

South Peterborough PCN is a large, forward-thinking Primary Care Network compromising of 4 practices Yaxley, New Queen Street & Stanground, Old Fletton and Wansford.

This role is based across the PCN.

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for Sonographers to join our friendly, passionate and supportive team.

This position attracts a 7% recruitment and retention premium.

We are expanding our Sonography workforce to support the ultrasound service at West Suffolk Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will primarily undertake the full range of obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations. Experience in general ultrasound is advantageous and would support wider clinical activity, including MSK, vascular and inpatient services, although this is not essential for all posts.

Ultrasound services are provided at the main West Suffolk Hospital site and across a number of community locations. Staff may be required to work at alternative sites to meet service needs, with the exact location and frequency to be agreed. Current community locations include Newmarket, Thetford and Sudbury.

We are seeking self-motivated, diligent and enthusiastic Sonographers who are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. The post holder will be expected to independently perform and report ultrasound examinations within their scope of practice, producing accurate diagnostic reports in both hospital and community settings.

Main duties of the job

Produce high-quality ultrasound images and diagnostic reports across hospital and community settings within West Suffolk Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Undertake the full range of obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations, working autonomously within scope of practice and in accordance with local and national guidelines.

Where appropriately trained and competent, contribute to wider clinical activity, including general, vascular, MSK and inpatient ultrasound services.

Provide clear, accurate and timely diagnostic reports, communicating findings appropriately and ensuring high standards of patient care.

Manage and prioritise own workload, coordinating activities to support the efficient running of the ultrasound service.

Participate in quality assurance, audit, governance, education, service development and research activities to support continuous improvement.

The closing date for this vacancy may be brought forward if a high volume of applications is received. We therefore encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible. Previous applicants need not apply.

Please note that shortlisted candidates may be required to attend a face-to-face interview, which may include a clinical and/or practical assessment of scanning competency.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per annum, pro rota

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

179-8070616-C

Job locations

West Suffolk Hospital / Community Diagnostic Centre

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds / Newmarket

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description attached to see main duties and responsibilities of role.

Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and compliance with relevant professional, regulatory and local requirements.

Support the delivery of a safe, effective, compassionate and patient-centred ultrasound service across all Trust locations as required.

In addition to clinical duties, the post holder will contribute to service development, quality assurance, audit, education and research activities, supporting the continued delivery of a safe, effective and compassionate ultrasound service.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see job description attached to see main duties and responsibilities of role. Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and compliance with relevant professional, regulatory and local requirements. Support the delivery of a safe, effective, compassionate and patient-centred ultrasound service across all Trust locations as required. In addition to clinical duties, the post holder will contribute to service development, quality assurance, audit, education and research activities, supporting the continued delivery of a safe, effective and compassionate ultrasound service.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Healthcare Professional registered with a recognised regulatory body (e.g. HCPC, NMC, GMC or equivalent).
• Recognised CASE accredited postgraduate (Level 7) qualification in Medical or Clinical Ultrasound.
• Evidence of a comprehensive and up-to date CPD portfolio demonstrating ongoing professional development in ultrasound practice and leadership activities.

Desirable

• Additional qualifications or training in a specialist area of ultrasound practice (e.g. general, vascular or MSK ultrasound).

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrable experience as an autonomous ultrasound practitioner.
• oDemonstrable leadership experience within an ultrasound service.
• oUnderstanding of current challenges and developments within obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound services in the NHS.
• oExperience working within a busy hospital environment delivering a broad range of complex ultrasound examinations.
• oSignificant experience in obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound practice.
• oCompetent in performing and reporting first, second and third trimester obstetric ultrasound examinations in accordance with national guidelines (FASP).
• oDQASS and FMF accreditation.
• oKnowledge of clinical governance, audit and quality assurance processes.

Desirable

• oKnowledge and understanding of the Quality Standard in Imaging (QSI) process.
• oExperience supporting service development or quality improvement initiatives.
• oExperience supervising, mentoring or training staff and students.

Skills and abilities

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills.
• oStrong organisational and leadership skills.
• oAbility to implement and promote evidence-based practice
• oProficient in the use of a range of clinical and administrative IT systems.
• oExcellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• oAbility to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• oProfessional and trustworthy.
• oExcellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• oAbility to communicate complex or sensitive information with empathy and professionalism.
• oAbility to support and motivate colleagues within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• oAwareness of current developments, emerging technologies and national initiatives within ultrasound practice.
• oExperience contributing to training, teaching or presentations.

Personal qualities

Essential

• oActs as an effective role model, consistently demonstrating WSFT values and behaviours.
• oHigh level of self-awareness, recognising personal strengths, limitations and development needs.
• oCommitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• oFlexible approach to working hours and duties.
• oPositive attitude towards change and continuous improvement.
• oAbility to work collaboratively and build effective working relationships.
• oWillingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service requirements.
• oAbility to travel between hospital and community sites as required.
• For CDC-based roles, ability to work shifts covering service hours between 08:00 and 20:00.

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Qualified Healthcare Professional registered with a recognised regulatory body (e.g. HCPC, NMC, GMC or equivalent). Recognised CASE accredited postgraduate (Level 7) qualification in Medical or Clinical Ultrasound. Evidence of a comprehensive and up-to date CPD portfolio demonstrating ongoing professional development in ultrasound practice and leadership activities. Desirable Additional qualifications or training in a specialist area of ultrasound practice (e.g. general, vascular or MSK ultrasound). Experience and knowledge Essential oDemonstrable experience as an autonomous ultrasound practitioner. oDemonstrable leadership experience within an ultrasound service. oUnderstanding of current challenges and developments within obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound services in the NHS. oExperience working within a busy hospital environment delivering a broad range of complex ultrasound examinations. oSignificant experience in obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound practice. oCompetent in performing and reporting first, second and third trimester obstetric ultrasound examinations in accordance with national guidelines (FASP). oDQASS and FMF accreditation. oKnowledge of clinical governance, audit and quality assurance processes. Desirable oKnowledge and understanding of the Quality Standard in Imaging (QSI) process. oExperience supporting service development or quality improvement initiatives. oExperience supervising, mentoring or training staff and students. Skills and abilities Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills. oStrong organisational and leadership skills. oAbility to implement and promote evidence-based practice oProficient in the use of a range of clinical and administrative IT systems. oExcellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. oAbility to work calmly and effectively under pressure. oProfessional and trustworthy. oExcellent time management and prioritisation skills. oAbility to communicate complex or sensitive information with empathy and professionalism. oAbility to support and motivate colleagues within a multidisciplinary team. Desirable oAwareness of current developments, emerging technologies and national initiatives within ultrasound practice. oExperience contributing to training, teaching or presentations. Personal qualities Essential oActs as an effective role model, consistently demonstrating WSFT values and behaviours. oHigh level of self-awareness, recognising personal strengths, limitations and development needs. oCommitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. oFlexible approach to working hours and duties. oPositive attitude towards change and continuous improvement. oAbility to work collaboratively and build effective working relationships. oWillingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service requirements. oAbility to travel between hospital and community sites as required. For CDC-based roles, ability to work shifts covering service hours between 08:00 and 20:00.

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

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital / Community Diagnostic Centre

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds / Newmarket

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital / Community Diagnostic Centre

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds / Newmarket

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Youll be responsible for supporting patients with complex needs, including those with complex mental health conditions ensuring their transport is safe, secure, and tailored to their specific requirements.

What you'll need

• A compassionate, patient-centred approach
• Experience working with mental health service users is desirable
• All training is provided, but experience in a secure transport setting is desirable

Main duties of the job

Youll be responsible for supporting patients with complex needs, including those with complex mental health conditions ensuring their transport is safe, secure, and tailored to their specific requirements.

What you'll need

• A compassionate, patient-centred approach
• Experience working with mental health service users is desirable
• All training is provided, but experience in a secure transport setting is desirable

About us

Who We Are

Nerams Ltd is a trusted provider of health and social care transport services acrossthe UK. We support patients and communities through a range of specialist non-emergency and emergency transport operations. From frontline ambulance care topatient transport, our teams play a vital role in keeping people safe, comfortable, anddignified during their care journeys.

Everything we do is guided by our vision Aspiring to be better today and evenbetter tomorrow in everything we do and our five core values:

• CareWe put compassion at the heart of our service.
• TeamworkWe support each other to achieve shared success.
• QualityWe go above and beyond to maintain high standards.
• RespectWe treat every individual with dignity and understanding.
• HonestyWe are open, transparent, and accountable.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,773.38 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0514-26-0008

Job locations

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Nerams

Unit 5

194 Commerce Park, Stephenson Road

WASHINGTON

Tyne And Wear

NE37 3HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Nerams Ltd

Nerams Ltd are an independent ambulance service working in partnership with the NHS, local authorities, heavy industry and many other diverse clients

Regulated by the Care Quality Commission and held to the same high standard as NHS Ambulance Trusts, we strive to offer the highest standard of patient care.

Our core values of care, teamwork, quality, respect and honesty are at the heart of everything we do. Are you ready to start your career and development with us?

The Role of an Specialist Transport Assistant

The role and training you will undertake as a Specialist Transport Assistant is varied and exciting. Initial training will consist of in the classroom covering patient care, clinical practice, mental health, restraint training and other key aspects of the role. You will be:

• Responsible for the care and safe transportation of mental health patients.
• Ensuring timely transportation to and from appointments at hospitals, treatment centres, day units or other places of care.
• At all times the post holder must ensure patient safety and reduction in harm to patients, self, colleagues and others by assessing risks and adopting safe working practices.

You must:

• Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards
• Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed
• Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).
• Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Working with the public or public involvement
• To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.
• To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude
• To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations
• To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.
• A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.

When completing Mental Health transportation you will work alongside other Specialist Transport staff, as well as the police, mental health services and other healthcare professionals to transport mental health patients. This may be for assessment or treatment at another location from where they are in the community, hospital or prison.

This role will utilise all the new skills you have learnt in the classroom. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and be willing to put patient care at the forefront of what they do. We will look for people that demonstrate our core values of care, respect, honesty, quality and teamwork.

Job description Job responsibilities Nerams LtdNerams Ltd are an independent ambulance service working in partnership with the NHS, local authorities, heavy industry and many other diverse clientsRegulated by the Care Quality Commission and held to the same high standard as NHS Ambulance Trusts, we strive to offer the highest standard of patient care.Our core values of care, teamwork, quality, respect and honesty are at the heart of everything we do. Are you ready to start your career and development with us?The Role of an Specialist Transport AssistantThe role and training you will undertake as a Specialist Transport Assistant is varied and exciting. Initial training will consist of in the classroom covering patient care, clinical practice, mental health, restraint training and other key aspects of the role. You will be:Responsible for the care and safe transportation of mental health patients.Ensuring timely transportation to and from appointments at hospitals, treatment centres, day units or other places of care.At all times the post holder must ensure patient safety and reduction in harm to patients, self, colleagues and others by assessing risks and adopting safe working practices.You must:Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standardsGood attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directedFull manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.Working with the public or public involvementTo be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitudeTo be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situationsTo be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.When completing Mental Health transportation you will work alongside other Specialist Transport staff, as well as the police, mental health services and other healthcare professionals to transport mental health patients. This may be for assessment or treatment at another location from where they are in the community, hospital or prison.This role will utilise all the new skills you have learnt in the classroom. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and be willing to put patient care at the forefront of what they do. We will look for people that demonstrate our core values of care, respect, honesty, quality and teamwork.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards
• Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed
• Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).
• Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Working with the public or public involvement
• To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.
• To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude
• To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations
• To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.
• A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.

Desirable

• Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards
• Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed
• Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).
• Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Working with the public or public involvement
• To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.
• To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude
• To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations
• To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.
• A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.

Experience

Essential

• Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards
• Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed
• Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).
• Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Working with the public or public involvement
• To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.
• To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude
• To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations
• To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.
• A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.

Desirable

• Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards
• Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed
• Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).
• Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Working with the public or public involvement
• To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.
• To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude
• To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations
• To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.
• A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.

Qualifications

Essential

• Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards
• Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed
• Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).
• Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Working with the public or public involvement
• To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.
• To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude
• To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations
• To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.
• A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.
• PMVA training
• RNR training

Desirable

• Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards
• Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed
• Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points).
• Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Working with the public or public involvement
• To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful.
• To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude
• To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations
• To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing.
• A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.

Person Specification Experience Essential Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points). Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills. Working with the public or public involvement To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful. To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing. A minimum entry age of 21yrs old. Desirable Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points). Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills. Working with the public or public involvement To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful. To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing. A minimum entry age of 21yrs old. Experience Essential Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points). Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills. Working with the public or public involvement To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful. To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing. A minimum entry age of 21yrs old. Desirable Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points). Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills. Working with the public or public involvement To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful. To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing. A minimum entry age of 21yrs old. Qualifications Essential Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points). Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills. Working with the public or public involvement To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful. To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing. A minimum entry age of 21yrs old. PMVA training RNR training Desirable Meet Nerams` requirements for fitness and health standards, including the DVLA group 2 driving standards Good attendance record in terms of number and length of absences. High standards of personal hygiene. Wear uniform as supplied and directed Full manual car driving licence (A minimum of 1 years driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points). Expectation of dealing with people, demonstrating sound customer care skills. Working with the public or public involvement To be flexible and adaptable, trustworthy, approachable and tactful. To be diplomatic, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and a mature attitude To be able to handle traumatic, emotional and distressing situations To be able to deal with various patient conditions, some of which that can be distressing. A minimum entry age of 21yrs old.

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

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Research, Development & Innovation Finance Team at UHBFT are looking for an ambitious, highly motivated, professional individual who thrives on a challenge. The ability to work in a team, meet deadlines and have good communication skills is paramount for this role. Experience of MS Office packages and working with computerised ledger systems is also required for this role.

UHB (University Hospitals Birmingham) NHS Foundation Trust runs Good Hope, Heartlands, Solihull and the world renowned Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. Our 22,000 employees deliver care to more than 2 million patients every year. Our values are to be Kind, Connected and Bold.

The role will provide a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is looking for further development in their finance careers. Full training and on-going support will be provided.

The post is based at Regent Court, George Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 1NU and you will be required to travel across sites.

If your ambitions and values reflect those of the Trust and you want to join our team and be a crucial part of our future success please complete the application form via NHS jobs.

Please note, this role does not support VISA sponsorship.

For further information or an informal discussion regarding the above post please contact Randeep Tatter at [email protected]

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will support the production of monthly management information making use of the Trust

financial systems. The post-holder will post accounting journals to correctly reflect the financial position

of differing parts of the Trust organisation.

The post-holder will support the delivery of a completed set of draft accounts for review each month.

Following review, they will be responsible for any corrections/adjustments required.

The ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a concise, confident and accurate manner giving due

regard to confidentiality. The post entails regular communications with a variety of people including group

managers, senior nurses and also external customers and suppliers.

About us

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

Job summary

We have an excellent opportunity for experienced Health Care Assistants to join our team within the Mental Health Service for Older people (MHSOP). The role of the Health Care Assistant will be to work as part of the nursing team and support people through their recovery with both their physical health and their mental health needs. Based on the Leicester General Hospital site, the Evington Centre has 2 mental health wards: Gwendolen Ward (Male Patients) and Coleman Ward (Female Patients). Both wards are a 19 bedded unit, caring for patients mainly over the age of 65, living with Dementia. The ward also cares for patients who have enduring mental health illnesses such as Anxiety, Depression, Schizophrenia, Bi-Polar or Parkinson's. The ideal candidate will have experience of working within a healthcare setting, excellent communication skills and passionate about providing great care to patients. The health and wellbeing of our team members is very important to us and we offer a robust induction period, as well as regular supervision and support. You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.

Main duties of the job

*Important information about these roles* Please note that the Healthcare Assistants work a rota system of Long Days (12 hr shifts) Day and Night covering a 7-day working week. We can offer Part time and Full time posts, however the minimum you will be required to work is 23 hours per week. These are also permanent roles not bank roles and candidates will require their own right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer sponsorship. About the role: We ask that you demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to problem solve and negotiate. We believe all our staff can develop leadership qualities and if you can demonstrate yours, there will be opportunities to nurture and develop them. The role offers variety, creativity and a collaborative way of delivering the highest standards of care. To do this we are looking for individuals who, like us, believe our values of Trust, Respect, Integrity and Compassion are at the heart of patient care. We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.

About us

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible. About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Job summary

We have an exciting vacancy for a Band 4 Assistant Psychologist to join our Adult Autism Service. You will be joining a dedicated team and will provide care for autistic people. You will be supported by an experienced MDT which include Clinical Psychologists, social workers, Occupational therapists, speech and language therapist, mental health nurses and learning disability nurses.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Assistant Psychologist is to support and enhance the professional psychological care of autistic clients by providing post-diagnostic support. The post holder will work directly with autistic people to help them explore and understand their diagnosis, delivering both one-to-one and group sessions that support self-awareness, identity development and access to appropriate strategies and resources. Under supervision and with access to relevant CPD opportunities the Assistant Psychologists will also undertake direct work with clients individually and in group settings. The Assistant Psychologists will work closely with qualified Clinical Psychology colleagues on research and audit projects and will be expected to be active members of the MDT.

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.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Advanced Practitioner at WAHNHST. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Advanced Practitioner radiographer, who is currently independently performing and reporting fluoroscopy and interventional advanced practice in any of the following areas: PICC line insertion, barium swallows, HSGs or nephrostomy exchanges.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of both clinical and leadership experience with an excellent knowledge of fluoroscopy and interventional procedures. Experience in leading teams and coordinating services is also required for this post as they will be expected to support and work in conjunction with both the Fluoroscopy and IR Lead radiographers. Job plan will based on experience and any training requirements.

Candidates must hold or be willing to work towards a relevant postgraduate certification.

Main duties of the job

The individual will play a key role in the smooth running of both the IR and Fluoroscopy services. They will be required to, as appropriate, support staff through change and contribute to a holistic approach to care ensuring that patients at the heart of all we do. You will be part of a dynamic team who work together to support each other to achieve the very best for our patients. In addition to your advanced practice there will be some requirement to support the clinical rota in IR/fluoroscopy.

You will be joining our team to provide a high quality, responsive IR service countywide with requirement to participate in the IR o/c service.

About us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.

The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester

Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.

We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.

Being open and honest

Ensuring people feel cared for

Showing respect to everyone

We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.

DBS Checks and Costs

Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.

Job summary

The post-holder will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team in Imaging, liaising with those involved to ensure the appropriate imaging, reporting and management of the patient is provided when and where necessary. They will maintain a high professional and technical standard of ultrasound imaging. The Sonographer will undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice, adhering to Ultrasound Guidelines such as those published by BMUS, RCOG, RCR and NICE. The post-holder will work as a practitioner in the delivery of all ultrasound imaging, reporting and management of the patient within the department protocols. The post- holder will liaise with key Lead Nurses, Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in the directorate of Women and Children's. In the absence of a Site Lead Sonographer, the post-holder will oversee the day-to-day workload to ensure staff and resources are allocated to the area and managed effectively. They will promote patient advocacy and communicate effectively with other health care professionals together with outside agencies regarding patient care and progress.

Main duties of the job

1. To professionally and legally take responsibility to ensure a high standard of clinical care and patient welfare for all patients whilst in the Department and under your management, supporting more junior staff to do likewise.

2. To interpret, analyse and report clinical and non-clinical facts to form an accurate and justified procedure in a wide range of complex conditions. To recommend the best course of imaging intervention and procedure and provide optimum quality images for accurate diagnosis.

3. To carry out comprehensive assessments demonstrating skills while working independently on a wide range of patients / clients of varied ages, levels of ability, communication barriers, ethnic backgrounds and social status.

4. To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients in working area, and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.

5. To assess capacity, gain valid informed consent and have the ability to work within the legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment (including intimate examinations such as Transvaginal and Testes scanning).

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-8205284WXH-A

Job locations

Whipps Cross Hospital

Whipps cross road

Leytonstone

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post Graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound.
• Current and up to date state registration through a regulatory body (HCPC; NMC or GMC) or RCT.

Desirable

• oTo hold a BSc Hons degree or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography.

Knowledge / Experience

Essential

• An up to date knowledge of current and emerging ultrasound techniques and relevant topics / professional issues.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to carry out and report on a full range of ultrasound examinations in Gynaecology, General Abdominal and Small Parts.

Skills

Essential

• High level inter-personal and communications skills
• Able to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
• Ability to deal with conflict and stressful situations.
• Ability to deal with patients in an empathic and considerate fashion
• Ability to work under pressure.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post Graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound. Current and up to date state registration through a regulatory body (HCPC; NMC or GMC) or RCT. Desirable oTo hold a BSc Hons degree or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography. Knowledge / Experience Essential An up to date knowledge of current and emerging ultrasound techniques and relevant topics / professional issues. Able to demonstrate the ability to carry out and report on a full range of ultrasound examinations in Gynaecology, General Abdominal and Small Parts. Skills Essential High level inter-personal and communications skills Able to work collaboratively with other disciplines. Ability to deal with conflict and stressful situations. Ability to deal with patients in an empathic and considerate fashion Ability to work under pressure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross Hospital

Whipps cross road

Leytonstone

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross Hospital

Whipps cross road

Leytonstone

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Our team has a broad range and mix of experienced, newly qualified colleagues and apprentices who bring a broad range of experiences and skills to the team. Everyone has a valuable and important contribution to make to the team and the services we provide, and we encourage colleagues to support each others personal and professional development. We will support you to continue developing into the best version of your professional self. Were transforming the way we help our frontline social workers support our communities to get the best outcomes possible for each and every person we work with in a timely way. We do this through strengthened supervision, ongoing professional training and manageable caseloads, so that you can bring your best self to the people you work with to ensure they have the support they need. You will be working alongside Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Coordinators (unqualified colleagues) within the locality. There will be lots of opportunities for inter team and interagency working with health colleagues and other locally based organisations. The ability to travel to and access a variety of premises including peoples home and have access to a car is essential, as this role will require travelling throughout Vale Locality, Oxfordshire. Empower people in the community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence. Utilise a strength-based approach to promote peoples wellbeing to help them achieve their desired outcomes. Support people and carers to ensure their voice is heard through advocacy where necessary. We reserve the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date advertised if a sufficient number are received.

Main duties of the job

You are . Motivated to do it differently to find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person. Willing to take responsibility, you are someone who has the passion to promote peoples strengths to gain the best outcomes for people. Kind with an understanding of and respect for individuals qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds. Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do with a commitment to human rights and social justice, and with your strong communication skills you will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome. Always learning, to continuously develop your skills and knowledge in theory and case law. Passionate about following the professional standards of SWE with a commitment to continue your professional development. We want you to be inspired by our values and to have the satisfaction, from your work, of putting these into practice.

About us

Do you want to help us radically change the way we deliver social care? Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. Were seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of daring to do it differently, as we continue to strive to do better. In Adult Services, this means we're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshires residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strengths-based approach. Working with local NHS services, care providers and community and voluntary groups, we make the most of what each of our strengths are, pulling in the same direction, and united by one shared vision. This means we keep the people we support at the heart of all that we do. And that works. By listening to people and building on the positives in their lives, we can work collaboratively to help them live the lives they want with the right support around them. It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we cant do it alone our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If were doing a good job, we dont stand still were ambitious and were always striving to do better; its in our DNA.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£39,481 to £42,123 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP40F09DE8

Job locations

Vale

OX14 3GD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Us

Do you want to help us radically change the way we deliver social care? Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. Were seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of daring to do it differently, as we continue to strive to do better.

In Adult Services, this means we're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshires residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strengths-based approach. Working with local NHS services, care providers and community and voluntary groups, we make the most of what each of our strengths are, pulling in the same direction, and united by one shared vision.

This means we keep the people we support at the heart of all that we do. And that works. By listening to people and building on the positives in their lives, we can work collaboratively to help them live the lives they want with the right support around them.

It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we cant do it alone our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If were doing a good job, we dont stand still were ambitious and were always striving to do better; its in our DNA.

About the Role

Our team has a broad range and mix of experienced, newly qualified colleagues and apprentices who bring a broad range of experiences and skills to the team. Everyone has a valuable and important contribution to make to the team and the services we provide, and we encourage colleagues to support each others personal and professional development. We willsupport you to continue developing into the best version of your professional self. Were transforming the way we help our frontline social workers support our communities to get the best outcomes possible for each and every person we work with in a timely way. We do this through strengthened supervision, ongoing professional training and manageable caseloads, so that you can bring your best self to the people you work with to ensure they have the support they need.

You will be working alongside Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Coordinators (unqualified colleagues) within the locality. There will be lots of opportunities for inter team and interagency working with health colleagues and other locally based organisations. The ability to travel to and access a variety of premises including peoples home and have access to a car is essential, as this role will require travelling throughout Vale Locality, Oxfordshire.

• Empower people in the community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence.
• Utilise a strength-based approach to promote peoples wellbeing to help them achieve their desired outcomes.
• Support people and carers to ensure their voice is heard through advocacy where necessary.

We reserve the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date advertised if a sufficient number are received.

About you

You are .

Motivated to do it differently to find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person.

Willing to take responsibility, you are someone who has the passion to promote peoples strengths to gain the best outcomes for people.

Kind with an understanding of and respect for individuals qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds.

Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do with a commitment to human rights and social justice, and with your strong communication skills you will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome.

Always learning, to continuously develop your skills and knowledge in theory and case law.

Passionate about following the professional standards of SWE with a commitment to continue your professional development.

We want you to be inspired by our values and to have the satisfaction, from your work, of putting these into practice.

Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If thisis applicableto you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel.

Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

OurRewards and Benefits

• Up to 33 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to buy additional days
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employers contribution of up to 19.9%
• Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with council policy)
• Regular monthly formal and informal support and supervision
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Extensive Continuous Professional Development opportunities, career progression scheme including the opportunity to train as a Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Adult Mental Health Practitioner.
• Learn more here: Our benefits | Jobs (oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Are you a passionate qualified Social Worker returning into Adult Social Care?Are you keen to resume practicing, but need some support to re-register with Social Work England? If so, we would also like to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact please contact Halley White Locality Manager telephone number 07889 176008 or [email protected]

Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to: Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to: Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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Job description Job responsibilities About UsDo you want to help us radically change the way we deliver social care? Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. Were seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of daring to do it differently, as we continue to strive to do better.In Adult Services, this means we're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshires residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strengths-based approach. Working with local NHS services, care providers and community and voluntary groups, we make the most of what each of our strengths are, pulling in the same direction, and united by one shared vision.This means we keep the people we support at the heart of all that we do. And that works. By listening to people and building on the positives in their lives, we can work collaboratively to help them live the lives they want with the right support around them.It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we cant do it alone our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If were doing a good job, we dont stand still were ambitious and were always striving to do better; its in our DNA. About the RoleOur team has a broad range and mix of experienced, newly qualified colleagues and apprentices who bring a broad range of experiences and skills to the team. Everyone has a valuable and important contribution to make to the team and the services we provide, and we encourage colleagues to support each others personal and professional development. We willsupport you to continue developing into the best version of your professional self. Were transforming the way we help our frontline social workers support our communities to get the best outcomes possible for each and every person we work with in a timely way. We do this through strengthened supervision, ongoing professional training and manageable caseloads, so that you can bring your best self to the people you work with to ensure they have the support they need.You will be working alongside Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Coordinators (unqualified colleagues) within the locality. There will be lots of opportunities for inter team and interagency working with health colleagues and other locally based organisations. The ability to travel to and access a variety of premises including peoples home and have access to a car is essential, as this role will require travelling throughout Vale Locality, Oxfordshire. Empower people in the community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence. Utilise a strength-based approach to promote peoples wellbeing to help them achieve their desired outcomes. Support people and carers to ensure their voice is heard through advocacy where necessary. We reserve the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date advertised if a sufficient number are received.About youYou are . Motivated to do it differently to find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person. Willing to take responsibility, you are someone who has the passion to promote peoples strengths to gain the best outcomes for people. Kind with an understanding of and respect for individuals qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds. Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do with a commitment to human rights and social justice, and with your strong communication skills you will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome. Always learning, to continuously develop your skills and knowledge in theory and case law. Passionate about following the professional standards of SWE with a commitment to continue your professional development.We want you to be inspired by our values and to have the satisfaction, from your work, of putting these into practice. Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If thisis applicableto you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel.Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and InclusionAt Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.OurRewards and Benefits Up to 33 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to buy additional days Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employers contribution of up to 19.9% Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with council policy) Regular monthly formal and informal support and supervision Local and national discounts for shopping and travel Extensive Continuous Professional Development opportunities, career progression scheme including the opportunity to train as a Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Adult Mental Health Practitioner. Learn more here: Our benefits | Jobs (oxfordshire.gov.uk)Are you a passionate qualified Social Worker returning into Adult Social Care?Are you keen to resume practicing, but need some support to re-register with Social Work England? If so, we would also like to hear from you.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact please contact Halley White Locality Manager telephone number 07889 176008 or [email protected] Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview SchemesAs a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. 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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Vale

OX14 3GD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Vale

OX14 3GD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist

£34,521 - £41,956 incl HCAS per annum pro rata

Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Exciting Opportunity for a Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist!

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist eager to expand your expertise across diverse rehabilitation settings? Join our dynamic Adult Occupational Therapy Rotational Programme and develop specialist skills while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in rehabilitation services!

Why Join Us?

o Diverse Experience - Rotate every six months across different services, enhancing your clinical expertise and completing key competencies.o Supportive Team - Work within a multi-disciplinary environment, with dedicated guidance and mentorship from senior colleagues.o Career Development - Benefit from our established preceptorship programme, regular supervision, and tiered CPD opportunities to build specialist skills and stay updated on best practices and research initiatives.o Make a Difference - Empower service users to regain independence, improve quality of life, and contribute to service development and quality improvement projects.

This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in patient care whilst taking your Occupational Therapy career to the next level!

Due to the community nature of this role, being a car driver is essential.

Proposed interview week commencing 16thNovember 2026

Main duties of the job

The Rotational Occupational Therapist will work autonomously, providing high quality, evidence based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for Bromley Healthcare patients, including those referred with complex multiple pathologies, social and care needs. The role provides breadth of experience across Bromley Healthcare's North and South Community Health Locality Teams (CHLTs) and Borough Wide Services. The post requires flexibility to respond to changing patient, team and service priorities.

As a vital element of our community healthcare provision, the Rotational Occupational Therapist will work with patients in their own homes or care settings, inpatient bed-based rehabilitation and possibly virtually, as the service continues to develop. The postholder may deliver both individual and group interventions. Rotations will occur every six months although this may vary according to service needs and individual development requirements. Additional rotations may be introduced, as the role and service develops.

The Rotational Occupational Therapist will contribute to audit and evaluation, as well as using their knowledge, research and CPD to contribute to ongoing service development. In addition, the postholder will be a valuable source of advice, guidance and education for patients, students, colleagues and other stakeholders

About us

Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£36,943 to £44,900 a year incl HCAS per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

848-BHC-300-26

Job locations

Central Court

1B Knoll Rise

Orpington

BR6 0JA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Conduct autonomous assessments using the Occupational Therapy Process and develop evidence-based intervention plans.

• Workautonomouslyin community settings, assessing and managing risk.

• Review and adapt treatment plans to ensure effective progress and facilitate safe discharge planning.

• Manage clinical risk, ensuring safe, appropriate and timely interventions.

• Prescribe, deliver, fit, and adjust equipment and minor or major adaptations to enhance independence and safety.

• Complete screening of acute or chronic cognitive impairments under supervision, develop a treatment plan and escalate concerns as appropriate.

• Complete seating assessments under supervision and prescribe appropriate measures.

• Engage and motivate service users, families, and carers in rehabilitation.

• Manage emotionally challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.

• Maintain accurate legal and professional documentation in line with HCPC and Bromley Healthcare standards.

• Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, representing the Occupational Therapy perspective.

• Build strong relationships with health, social care, private, and voluntary sector professionals.

• Communicate effectively with referrers and stakeholders, ensuring clear care coordination and advocating for the patient, to ensure that delivery of care is patient orientated and meets local and national standards.

• Support and supervise rehab assistants and therapy students, delegating appropriately.

• Actively participate in team meetings and service development initiatives.

Job description Job responsibilities 1. Conduct autonomous assessments using the Occupational Therapy Process and develop evidence-based intervention plans. Workautonomouslyin community settings, assessing and managing risk. Review and adapt treatment plans to ensure effective progress and facilitate safe discharge planning. Manage clinical risk, ensuring safe, appropriate and timely interventions. Prescribe, deliver, fit, and adjust equipment and minor or major adaptations to enhance independence and safety. Complete screening of acute or chronic cognitive impairments under supervision, develop a treatment plan and escalate concerns as appropriate. Complete seating assessments under supervision and prescribe appropriate measures. Engage and motivate service users, families, and carers in rehabilitation. Manage emotionally challenging situations with empathy and professionalism. Maintain accurate legal and professional documentation in line with HCPC and Bromley Healthcare standards. Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, representing the Occupational Therapy perspective. Build strong relationships with health, social care, private, and voluntary sector professionals. Communicate effectively with referrers and stakeholders, ensuring clear care coordination and advocating for the patient, to ensure that delivery of care is patient orientated and meets local and national standards. Support and supervise rehab assistants and therapy students, delegating appropriately. Actively participate in team meetings and service development initiatives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Post-Graduate Msc in relevant field.

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Member of RCOT

Information Technology

Essential

• Proficient using Microsoft 365

Desirable

• Knowledge of iRIS5

Training

Essential

• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Practice Educator Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of a broad range of clinical settings, either as a practitioner or as a student on placement
• Experience of working as part of a multi/inter disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS as assistant or Occupational Therapist.
• Experience of managing own caseload
• Experience of working with therapy assistants and/or students
• Experience of prescribing and ordering appropriate equipment

Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant professional guidelines and current research
• Sound understanding of, and ability to comply with, moving and handling guidelines for clients and equipment
• Thorough understanding of clinical governance, risk assessment and safeguarding
• Good time management, prioritisation and organisational skills

Desirable

• Interest in service development

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy Desirable Post-Graduate Msc in relevant field. Registration Essential HCPC registration Desirable Member of RCOT Information Technology Essential Proficient using Microsoft 365 Desirable Knowledge of iRIS5 Training Essential Evidence of CPD Desirable Practice Educator Training Experience Essential Experience of a broad range of clinical settings, either as a practitioner or as a student on placement Experience of working as part of a multi/inter disciplinary team Desirable Experience of working within the NHS as assistant or Occupational Therapist. Experience of managing own caseload Experience of working with therapy assistants and/or students Experience of prescribing and ordering appropriate equipment Skills Essential Knowledge of relevant professional guidelines and current research Sound understanding of, and ability to comply with, moving and handling guidelines for clients and equipment Thorough understanding of clinical governance, risk assessment and safeguarding Good time management, prioritisation and organisational skills Desirable Interest in service development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Central Court

1B Knoll Rise

Orpington

BR6 0JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Central Court

1B Knoll Rise

Orpington

BR6 0JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Finance Assistant - Financial Control will provide a dedicated financial administration service to the Finance department, supporting both accounts receivable and payables functions, ensuring transactions are processed accurately, promptly and in accordance with agreed procedures and the NHS Better Payment Practice Code. The post holder will maintain records within finance systems, apply correct financial coding, undertake routine credit control, support the set-up and maintenance of provider accounts, maintain clear workflow notes and take ownership of routine invoice, claim and provider queries through to resolution. The role requires an organised and efficient approach, good attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with providers, suppliers, internal colleagues, clinical teams and commissioners in a fast-paced finance environment.

Main duties of the job

The role will be varied and will adapt over time as the ICB develops. Reporting to the Finance Officer, the post holder is expected to fulfil the following key functions:

Undertake accounts receivable activities including clearing receipts and unallocated cash, reviewing aged debt and carrying out routine credit control by telephone and email.

Investigate and resolve invoice queries in a professional and efficient manner.

Receive, validate and process manual payments.

Set up and maintain customer and supplier accounts on relevant finance systems.

Maintain clear and accurate notes in the financial ledger to reflect the status of invoices, queries, approvals and follow-up actions.

Support financial processes by ensuring transactions, invoices, claims and supporting records are processed within agreed timetables.

Chase providers and internal teams regularly for outstanding information, or evidence required to resolve invoice queries and support timely payment.

Undertake routine statement reconciliations, promptly investigating discrepancies.

Use spreadsheets, system reports and basic analysis to support invoice validation, payment processing, reconciliation and management information requests.

Support development and continuous improvement of local finance procedures and contribute to maintaining robust audit trails and information governance standards.

About us

Our role as an ICB is to join up health and care services, improve people's health and wellbeing, and make sure everyone has the same access to services and gets the same outcomes from treatment.

We also oversee how money is spent and make sure health services are working well and are of high quality.

Involving our communities is really important to us. We are committed to putting the needs of people living in Lancashire and South Cumbria at the heart of all we do.We are also proud to be part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Health and Care Partnership.

The post holder may have regular contact with a wide range of staff at all levels within the ICB, with senior and other representatives of local stakeholders, as well as with patients and their representatives. Some of the key direct relationships include:

Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB Senior Managers

Clinical Staff

Administrative staff

Managers and staff across Lancashire and South Cumbria, NHS, local authorities and other third sector organisations

Internal and external auditors

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward thinking qualified Occupational Therapist to join the Furness Home Based Treatment Team based in Barrow. The post will be supported under the supervision of a network Occupational Therapy Clinical Specialist. The fully aligned role will involve clinical Occupational Therapy provision working within a multidisciplinary team within the adult acute setting for service users experiencing mental health difficulties requiring home-based treatment.

The successful candidate will provide Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to service users to support recovery within home treatment. The successful candidate will also undertake supervision of junior staff and assist in local developments related to the Occupational Therapy services locally and across the footprint of Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust. This role requires the successful applicant to be based on-site on a full-time basis. In addition, as the role involves regular home visits across the community, the post holder will be required to travel frequently and must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role.

The successful candidate will be supported within Occupational Therapy Best Practice Forums and shadowing opportunities will be provided via Occupational Therapists working within other home-based treatment teams within the trust.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is enthusiastic about working within mental health and possesses good time management skills and a compassionate approach to others. The successful candidate will be an able team worker with excellent communication skills with experience of working successfully within busy environments. If you have these qualities and wish to work with a supportive team who strive to achieve high standards, please apply.

The post holder will have substantial experience, special interest, and expertise in Mental Health Occupational Therapy, the post holder will use their deep understanding of the relationship between occupation and mental health to provide occupational therapy to maintain, restore or create a match beneficial to the individual between the abilities of the person, the demands of her/his occupations in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure and the demands of the environment (adapted from Creek 2003).

The post holder will deliver a range of group and/or individual interventions drawn from relevant frames of reference, demonstrating sophisticated clinical reasoning skills. They will prioritise planning and delivering interventions for people whose mental health problems have a marked impact on their occupational functioning, who demonstrate high occupational risk and who have complex occupational needs.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

351-BAY815-CL-M

Job locations

Furness Home Based Treatment Team

Dane Garth

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.

Person Specification

Education/qualifications

Essential

• oDiploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT)
• oHealth and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration
• oPost Graduate training relevant to mental health work in appropriate speciality

Knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within community mental health settings
• Knowledge of current best practice in community mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation
• Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using expert level clinical reasoning

Experience

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate a significant level of experience within a Occupational Therapy a mental health setting
• Familiarity with audit processes
• Extensive clinical experiences including individual and group work in mental health specialties

Person Specification Education/qualifications Essential oDiploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT) oHealth and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration oPost Graduate training relevant to mental health work in appropriate speciality Knowledge Essential Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within community mental health settings Knowledge of current best practice in community mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using expert level clinical reasoning Experience Essential Ability to demonstrate a significant level of experience within a Occupational Therapy a mental health setting Familiarity with audit processes Extensive clinical experiences including individual and group work in mental health specialties

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Furness Home Based Treatment Team

Dane Garth

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Furness Home Based Treatment Team

Dane Garth

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

THIS A FIXED TERM CONTRACT FOR 2 YEARS DUE TO FUNDING

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Community Therapy Team as a community basedRehabilitation Therapy Assistant within our Therapy Led Reablement service.

As a vital part of our multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to delivering a patient-centred rehabilitation service, working closely with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can actively contribute to patient recovery and rehabilitation in their own homes, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

? Deliver rehabilitation through therapy interventions, which may include support with personal care tasks, cognition, mobility and activities of daily living.? Carry out rehabilitation plans as delegated by occupational therapists and physiotherapists.? Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with service users, families, and the therapy team.? Be flexible to support the team during peak service times.? Participate in the 7-day service rota, including weekends, delivering rehabilitation between 8am and 8pm. Mix of 8am-2pm, 2pm-8pm and 8am-8pm shifts. You will be required to work 1 in 3 weekends.

About You

? Passionate about patient care and rehabilitation.? Excellent communication and teamwork skills.? Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.? Organised with good time management skills.? Experience in a healthcare or therapy setting is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

? A supportive and dynamic team environment.? Opportunities for training and career development.? The chance to make a real difference in patients' lives.

About us

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

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

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit:

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/.

There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job summary

As a Nerams Paramedic, you'll provide high-quality emergency care to patients, acting decisively and compassionately in a fast-paced environment. Youll work closely with Emergency Care Assistants to stabilise patients, deliver pre-hospital interventions, and ensure safe onward journeys. You will act as a mentor to those you work with, including Newly Qualified Paramedics.

What you'll need:

• HCPC registration and 2 years of experience
• Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to pass on that knowledge
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills

Main duties of the job

As a Nerams Paramedic, you'll provide high-quality emergency care to patients, acting decisively and compassionately in a fast-paced environment. Youll work closely with Emergency Care Assistants to stabilise patients, deliver pre-hospital interventions, and ensure safe onward journeys. You will act as a mentor to those you work with, including Newly Qualified Paramedics.

What you'll need:

• HCPC registration and 2 years of experience
• Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to pass on that knowledge
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills

About us

Who We Are

Nerams Ltd is a trusted provider of health and social care transport services acrossthe UK. We support patients and communities through a range of specialist non-emergency and emergency transport operations. From frontline ambulance care topatient transport, our teams play a vital role in keeping people safe, comfortable, anddignified during their care journeys.

Everything we do is guided by our vision Aspiring to be better today and evenbetter tomorrow in everything we do and our five core values:

• CareWe put compassion at the heart of our service.
• TeamworkWe support each other to achieve shared success.
• QualityWe go above and beyond to maintain high standards.
• RespectWe treat every individual with dignity and understanding.
• HonestyWe are open, transparent, and accountable.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£47,450 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0514-26-0009

Job locations

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Nerams

Unit 5

194 Commerce Park, Stephenson Road

WASHINGTON

Tyne And Wear

NE37 3HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Purpose of the Role

The Paramedic will provide safe, effective and professional clinical care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions and injuries. The role involves assessing patients, providing appropriate treatment, making clinical decisions and arranging transportation or onward care where required.

Paramedics may work in a variety of environments, including patients' homes, GP practices, public places, hospitals and other healthcare settings. They may work as part of a two-person ambulance crew or independently using an appropriate response vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments and obtain patient consent where possible.
• Provide appropriate emergency and non-emergency treatment based on the patient's condition.
• Resuscitate and stabilise patients when required.
• Manage airways, severe bleeding and other life-threatening conditions.
• Administer medication, oxygen and intravenous fluids within the individual's scope of practice.
• Use clinical equipment such as defibrillators, ventilators, pulse oximeters and other approved medical equipment.
• Perform appropriate clinical procedures, including cannulation and endotracheal intubation where trained and authorised.
• Monitor patients and recognise changes in their condition.
• Determine whether hospital admission is required and identify the most appropriate destination or onward care.
• Safely treat, refer or discharge patients who do not require hospital admission where clinically appropriate.
• Provide clear clinical handovers and accurate patient records.
• Liaise with doctors, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, ambulance services, police, fire and other emergency services.
• Communicate professionally with patients, relatives, carers, colleagues and members of the public.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Support and supervise student paramedics and new members of staff where required.
• Provide clinical advice to patients and colleagues when appropriate.

Vehicles, Equipment and Operational Duties

• Drive company vehicles for which the employee is appropriately trained and authorised, in accordance with relevant legislation, company procedures and the Highway Code.
• Complete vehicle and equipment checks as required.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and stations in a clean, safe and operational condition.
• Complete all required inspection and maintenance documentation.
• Assist other healthcare professionals with patient care when required.

Professional Development

• Maintain current HCPC registration and practise within the HCPC Standards of Proficiency for Paramedics.
• Maintain an appropriate scope of practice.
• Complete all mandatory and statutory training required by the company.
• Undertake continuing professional development (CPD).
• Participate in training, mentoring and development of colleagues where required.
• Work with management to identify and address individual learning and development needs.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act, Caldicott principles and company policies.
• Handle patient and business information securely and appropriately.
• Comply with relevant Information Governance and Freedom of Information requirements.

Health, Safety and Risk Management

• Follow all company Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe working practices.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses and identified risks promptly through the company's reporting system.
• Participate in risk assessments and actions designed to reduce risk.
• Attend mandatory Health & Safety training.
• Take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of patients, colleagues and members of the public.
• Support a workplace where health and safety is embedded in everyday practice.

Safeguarding

• Safeguard children and vulnerable adults encountered during the course of your duties.
• Follow all relevant safeguarding policies, procedures and guidance.
• Report safeguarding concerns appropriately.

Infection Prevention and Control

• Follow current Infection Prevention and Control guidance and company procedures.
• Comply with Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
• Complete mandatory IPC training.
• Take appropriate measures to prevent healthcare-associated infections.

Quality and Governance

• Ensure work is completed to the required professional and company standards.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, protocols and relevant legislation.
• Report incidents and concerns through the appropriate reporting systems.
• Support the company in providing safe, effective and high-quality patient care.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professionalism and accountability.

Working Relationships

The post holder must maintain professional, respectful and effective relationships with:

• Patients and their relatives/carers.
• Nerams Ltd colleagues.
• Hospital and healthcare teams.
• NHS Ambulance Trust operational and control staff.
• Other emergency services and healthcare professionals.

Effective communication, teamwork and appropriate information sharing are essential.

Equality and Diversity

• Treat all patients, visitors and colleagues fairly and respectfully.
• Comply with company equality and diversity policies.
• Ensure patient care is delivered in a way that recognises individual needs.

Person Specification

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Strong clinical decision-making, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Caring, compassionate and reassuring approach.
• Professionalism, integrity and honesty.
• Resilience when dealing with challenging situations.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally and appropriately.
• Good literacy, numeracy and basic IT skills.
• Ability to undertake manual handling of patients and equipment.
• Good general fitness appropriate to the requirements of the role.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including rota hours, weekends, nights and bank holidays where required.
• High standards of personal hygiene and professional appearance.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Current HCPC registration as a Paramedic.
• Recognised Diploma or BSc in Paramedicine.
• Completion of the required NQP period.
• Appropriate emergency/blue-light driving qualification, such as CERAD or equivalent.
• Appropriate driving entitlement in accordance with company requirements.
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Ability to successfully complete all required clinical and driving training.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and maintain ongoing CPD.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, ideally gained through experience working with patients, customers or members of the public.

Desirable Qualifications

• C1 driving entitlement.
• Level 4 Coaching and Mentoring qualification.
• BSc in Paramedicine.
• Additional clinical or professional qualifications, such as Mental Health, Advanced Practice, Advanced Assessment, Prescribing, Counselling or other relevant areas of practice.

Special Conditions

This job description outlines the main duties of the role and is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties may be amended from time to time to reflect the needs of the organisation and service.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced DBS check and meet any relevant occupational health requirements.

All employees are expected to comply with Nerams Ltd policies, procedures, legislation and professional standards and to contribute to a safe, respectful and high-quality service.

Job description Job responsibilities Main Purpose of the RoleThe Paramedic will provide safe, effective and professional clinical care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions and injuries. The role involves assessing patients, providing appropriate treatment, making clinical decisions and arranging transportation or onward care where required.Paramedics may work in a variety of environments, including patients' homes, GP practices, public places, hospitals and other healthcare settings. They may work as part of a two-person ambulance crew or independently using an appropriate response vehicle.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake comprehensive clinical assessments and obtain patient consent where possible.Provide appropriate emergency and non-emergency treatment based on the patient's condition.Resuscitate and stabilise patients when required.Manage airways, severe bleeding and other life-threatening conditions.Administer medication, oxygen and intravenous fluids within the individual's scope of practice.Use clinical equipment such as defibrillators, ventilators, pulse oximeters and other approved medical equipment.Perform appropriate clinical procedures, including cannulation and endotracheal intubation where trained and authorised.Monitor patients and recognise changes in their condition.Determine whether hospital admission is required and identify the most appropriate destination or onward care.Safely treat, refer or discharge patients who do not require hospital admission where clinically appropriate.Provide clear clinical handovers and accurate patient records.Liaise with doctors, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, ambulance services, police, fire and other emergency services.Communicate professionally with patients, relatives, carers, colleagues and members of the public.Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.Support and supervise student paramedics and new members of staff where required.Provide clinical advice to patients and colleagues when appropriate.Vehicles, Equipment and Operational DutiesDrive company vehicles for which the employee is appropriately trained and authorised, in accordance with relevant legislation, company procedures and the Highway Code.Complete vehicle and equipment checks as required.Maintain vehicles, equipment and stations in a clean, safe and operational condition.Complete all required inspection and maintenance documentation.Assist other healthcare professionals with patient care when required.Professional DevelopmentMaintain current HCPC registration and practise within the HCPC Standards of Proficiency for Paramedics.Maintain an appropriate scope of practice.Complete all mandatory and statutory training required by the company.Undertake continuing professional development (CPD).Participate in training, mentoring and development of colleagues where required.Work with management to identify and address individual learning and development needs.Confidentiality and Information GovernanceMaintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act, Caldicott principles and company policies.Handle patient and business information securely and appropriately.Comply with relevant Information Governance and Freedom of Information requirements.Health, Safety and Risk ManagementFollow all company Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe working practices.Report accidents, incidents, near misses and identified risks promptly through the company's reporting system.Participate in risk assessments and actions designed to reduce risk.Attend mandatory Health & Safety training.Take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of patients, colleagues and members of the public.Support a workplace where health and safety is embedded in everyday practice.SafeguardingSafeguard children and vulnerable adults encountered during the course of your duties.Follow all relevant safeguarding policies, procedures and guidance.Report safeguarding concerns appropriately.Infection Prevention and ControlFollow current Infection Prevention and Control guidance and company procedures.Comply with Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.Complete mandatory IPC training.Take appropriate measures to prevent healthcare-associated infections.Quality and GovernanceEnsure work is completed to the required professional and company standards.Comply with all company policies, procedures, protocols and relevant legislation.Report incidents and concerns through the appropriate reporting systems.Support the company in providing safe, effective and high-quality patient care.Maintain appropriate standards of professionalism and accountability.Working RelationshipsThe post holder must maintain professional, respectful and effective relationships with:Patients and their relatives/carers.Nerams Ltd colleagues.Hospital and healthcare teams.NHS Ambulance Trust operational and control staff.Other emergency services and healthcare professionals.Effective communication, teamwork and appropriate information sharing are essential.Equality and DiversityTreat all patients, visitors and colleagues fairly and respectfully.Comply with company equality and diversity policies.Ensure patient care is delivered in a way that recognises individual needs.Person SpecificationThe successful candidate should demonstrate:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.Strong clinical decision-making, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.Caring, compassionate and reassuring approach.Professionalism, integrity and honesty.Resilience when dealing with challenging situations.Good organisational skills and attention to detail.Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally and appropriately.Good literacy, numeracy and basic IT skills.Ability to undertake manual handling of patients and equipment.Good general fitness appropriate to the requirements of the role.Willingness to work flexibly, including rota hours, weekends, nights and bank holidays where required.High standards of personal hygiene and professional appearance.Essential Qualifications and ExperienceCurrent HCPC registration as a Paramedic.Recognised Diploma or BSc in Paramedicine.Completion of the required NQP period.Appropriate emergency/blue-light driving qualification, such as CERAD or equivalent.Appropriate driving entitlement in accordance with company requirements.Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance.Ability to successfully complete all required clinical and driving training.Willingness to undertake mandatory training and maintain ongoing CPD.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, ideally gained through experience working with patients, customers or members of the public.Desirable QualificationsC1 driving entitlement.Level 4 Coaching and Mentoring qualification.BSc in Paramedicine.Additional clinical or professional qualifications, such as Mental Health, Advanced Practice, Advanced Assessment, Prescribing, Counselling or other relevant areas of practice.Special ConditionsThis job description outlines the main duties of the role and is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties may be amended from time to time to reflect the needs of the organisation and service.Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced DBS check and meet any relevant occupational health requirements.All employees are expected to comply with Nerams Ltd policies, procedures, legislation and professional standards and to contribute to a safe, respectful and high-quality service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Paramedic
• Diploma or BSc in Paramedicine
• Completed NQP (Newly Qualified Paramedic) period
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Willingness to complete mandatory training and maintain CPD.

Desirable

• Level 3 CERAD course / IHCD D1/D2 blue-light driving qualification
• Appropriate driving entitlement
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Level 4 Coaching & Mentoring
• BSc in Paramedicine
• Additional qualifications such as Mental Health, Advanced Practice, Advanced Assessment, Prescribing or Counselling.

Experience

Essential

• Experience dealing with patients, customers or members of the public.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills gained through this experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience/ability to carry out manual handling, including patients and equipment.
• Ability to use basic IT systems, such as Word and email.
• Experience is also beneficial in working with hospital teams and other healthcare professionals.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registered Paramedic Diploma or BSc in Paramedicine Completed NQP (Newly Qualified Paramedic) period Enhanced DBS clearance Willingness to complete mandatory training and maintain CPD. Desirable Level 3 CERAD course / IHCD D1/D2 blue-light driving qualification Appropriate driving entitlement Enhanced DBS on the Update Service Level 4 Coaching & Mentoring BSc in Paramedicine Additional qualifications such as Mental Health, Advanced Practice, Advanced Assessment, Prescribing or Counselling. Experience Essential Experience dealing with patients, customers or members of the public. Good communication and interpersonal skills gained through this experience. Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience/ability to carry out manual handling, including patients and equipment. Ability to use basic IT systems, such as Word and email. Experience is also beneficial in working with hospital teams and other healthcare professionals.

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

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As an ACA, youll provide non-emergency patient transport, helping people attend hospital appointments, access treatment, or return home safely. Youll ensure every journey is dignified, comfortable, and delivered with genuine care.

What you'll need:

• Full UK driving licence (less than 6 points and over 21 for insurancepurposes)
• A caring, professional attitude with great interpersonal skills
• All training is provided for this role, however, relevant experience is desirable

Main duties of the job

As an ACA, youll provide non-emergency patient transport, helping people attend hospital appointments, access treatment, or return home safely. Youll ensure every journey is dignified, comfortable, and delivered with genuine care.

What you'll need

• Full UK driving licence (less than 6 points and over 21 for insurancepurposes)
• A caring, professional attitude with great interpersonal skills
• All training is provided for this role, however, relevant experience is desirable

About us

Who We Are

Nerams Ltd is a trusted provider of health and social care transport services acrossthe UK. We support patients and communities through a range of specialist non-emergency and emergency transport operations. From frontline ambulance care topatient transport, our teams play a vital role in keeping people safe, comfortable, anddignified during their care journeys.

Everything we do is guided by our vision Aspiring to be better today and evenbetter tomorrow in everything we do and our five core values:

• CareWe put compassion at the heart of our service.
• TeamworkWe support each other to achieve shared success.
• QualityWe go above and beyond to maintain high standards.
• RespectWe treat every individual with dignity and understanding.
• HonestyWe are open, transparent, and accountable.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,784.50 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0514-26-0010

Job locations

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Nerams

Unit 5

194 Commerce Park, Stephenson Road

WASHINGTON

Tyne And Wear

NE37 3HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Purpose of the Job

• Safely care for and transport non-emergency PTS patients and support event medical resilience.
• Ensure timely transportation to hospitals, treatment centres, day units and other care settings.
• Maintain patient safety by assessing risks and following safe working practices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake PTS duties including wheelchair clamping, patient assessment, manual handling, oxygen therapy, BLS/AED, airway and circulatory management, and medical/trauma emergencies within competence.
• Comply with patient care, safety protocols, policies and procedures.
• Complete practical assessments, skills development and mandatory training as required.
• Work as part of a double crew or independently where required.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, safe and serviceable condition; complete daily checks and report defects.
• Provide a patient-focused, professional and supportive service, maintaining dignity, comfort and confidence.
• Safely transport patients and escorts between homes, hospitals, treatment centres and care facilities.
• Drive vehicles in accordance with road traffic law and conditions, prioritising the safety of passengers and other road users.
• Maintain a smooth and comfortable journey appropriate to the patient's condition.
• Maintain communication with local control using approved systems.
• Complete patient journey records and statistical information accurately and on time.
• Use technology effectively to meet contractual KPIs and performance targets.
• Provide appropriate assistance at incidents encountered during journeys and support colleagues where required.
• Secure patients' homes when unattended and safeguard valuables and personal belongings.
• Maintain, secure and restock Nerams equipment.
• Maintain a smart, professional appearance and comply with the business code of conduct.
• Report accidents, incidents and near misses promptly and accurately.
• Assess risks and, where appropriate, patient condition to ensure booked transport remains suitable.
• Provide professional and compassionate care while respecting patient dignity, cultural and religious beliefs.
• Maintain duty of care to patients, carers, relatives and escorts.
• Communicate relevant patient information to hospitals, healthcare, social care and other appropriate staff.
• Maintain flexibility to work weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Maintain competence in manual and mechanical handling equipment, including tail lifts, child/baby seats and wheelchair systems.
• Maintain geographical knowledge of the service area, including hospitals and treatment centres.

Confidentiality

• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidance.
• Maintain awareness of Freedom of Information requirements.

Health & Safety and Risk Management

• Follow health and safety policies, safe working procedures and incident reporting processes.
• Report accidents, incidents, risks and near misses promptly.
• Use risk assessments to identify and control hazards.
• Attend mandatory and role-specific training.
• Comply with relevant health and safety legislation.
• Protect the health and safety of patients, colleagues, visitors and others.

Safeguarding

• Safeguard children and vulnerable adults encountered during duties.
• Follow relevant safeguarding guidance, policies and procedures.

Policies, Quality and IPC

• Comply with Nerams policies, procedures, protocols and current legislation.
• Ensure work meets required quality and performance standards.
• Follow Infection Prevention and Control guidance and relevant hand hygiene and PPE policies.
• Complete mandatory IPC training and follow measures to reduce healthcare-associated infections.

Working Relationships

• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with patients, carers, colleagues, members of the public and healthcare professionals.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, hospital teams and operational/control staff.

Governance and Security

• Support safe and responsible services for staff, patients and the communities served.
• Comply with health, safety and information governance requirements.
• Report incidents through the Nerams reporting system.
• Maintain appropriate security within the work area.

Training and Development

• Be multi-skilled and support call centre operations when required.
• Participate in mentoring new staff where required.
• Identify development needs through appraisal and maintain CPD.
• Complete all mandatory training.

Equality and Diversity

• Treat staff, patients and visitors fairly and respectfully.
• Comply with equality policies and meet individual patient needs.

Special Conditions

• Duties may change according to service requirements.
• Enhanced DBS clearance is required.

Person SpecificationEssential Knowledge & Experience

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills gained through dealing with customers or the public.
• Stable education/employment record.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to safely undertake manual handling of patients and equipment.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully.
• Basic IT skills, including Word and email.
• Ability to successfully complete PTS Ambulance Person training and clinical/driver assessment.
• Willingness to undertake required training.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Self-disciplined and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• High standards of personal hygiene and professional presentation.
• Flexible to work rota hours, additional hours, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Able to pass the required occupational health assessment.
• Satisfactory DBS clearance.
• Full driving licence including at least a provisional C1 licence; maximum 3 penalty points for new entrants or 6 for existing employees.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Level 1 qualification such as NVQ1, BTEC Introductory Diploma or equivalent knowledge.
• Two GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or above, including Maths and English.
• Evidence of CPD and development of new skills/knowledge within the previous two years.

Desirable

• Knowledge of ambulance operational procedures.
• Knowledge of health and safety.
• Background in healthcare or customer service.
• At least 12 months' direct healthcare experience supported by theoretical and practical on-the-job training.

Job description Job responsibilities Main Purpose of the JobSafely care for and transport non-emergency PTS patients and support event medical resilience.Ensure timely transportation to hospitals, treatment centres, day units and other care settings.Maintain patient safety by assessing risks and following safe working practices.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesUndertake PTS duties including wheelchair clamping, patient assessment, manual handling, oxygen therapy, BLS/AED, airway and circulatory management, and medical/trauma emergencies within competence.Comply with patient care, safety protocols, policies and procedures.Complete practical assessments, skills development and mandatory training as required.Work as part of a double crew or independently where required.Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, safe and serviceable condition; complete daily checks and report defects.Provide a patient-focused, professional and supportive service, maintaining dignity, comfort and confidence.Safely transport patients and escorts between homes, hospitals, treatment centres and care facilities.Drive vehicles in accordance with road traffic law and conditions, prioritising the safety of passengers and other road users.Maintain a smooth and comfortable journey appropriate to the patient's condition.Maintain communication with local control using approved systems.Complete patient journey records and statistical information accurately and on time.Use technology effectively to meet contractual KPIs and performance targets.Provide appropriate assistance at incidents encountered during journeys and support colleagues where required.Secure patients' homes when unattended and safeguard valuables and personal belongings.Maintain, secure and restock Nerams equipment.Maintain a smart, professional appearance and comply with the business code of conduct.Report accidents, incidents and near misses promptly and accurately.Assess risks and, where appropriate, patient condition to ensure booked transport remains suitable.Provide professional and compassionate care while respecting patient dignity, cultural and religious beliefs.Maintain duty of care to patients, carers, relatives and escorts.Communicate relevant patient information to hospitals, healthcare, social care and other appropriate staff.Maintain flexibility to work weekends and Bank Holidays.Maintain competence in manual and mechanical handling equipment, including tail lifts, child/baby seats and wheelchair systems.Maintain geographical knowledge of the service area, including hospitals and treatment centres.ConfidentialityMaintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidance.Maintain awareness of Freedom of Information requirements.Health & Safety and Risk ManagementFollow health and safety policies, safe working procedures and incident reporting processes.Report accidents, incidents, risks and near misses promptly.Use risk assessments to identify and control hazards.Attend mandatory and role-specific training.Comply with relevant health and safety legislation.Protect the health and safety of patients, colleagues, visitors and others.SafeguardingSafeguard children and vulnerable adults encountered during duties.Follow relevant safeguarding guidance, policies and procedures.Policies, Quality and IPCComply with Nerams policies, procedures, protocols and current legislation.Ensure work meets required quality and performance standards.Follow Infection Prevention and Control guidance and relevant hand hygiene and PPE policies.Complete mandatory IPC training and follow measures to reduce healthcare-associated infections.Working RelationshipsMaintain professional and respectful relationships with patients, carers, colleagues, members of the public and healthcare professionals.Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, hospital teams and operational/control staff.Governance and SecuritySupport safe and responsible services for staff, patients and the communities served.Comply with health, safety and information governance requirements.Report incidents through the Nerams reporting system.Maintain appropriate security within the work area.Training and DevelopmentBe multi-skilled and support call centre operations when required.Participate in mentoring new staff where required.Identify development needs through appraisal and maintain CPD.Complete all mandatory training.Equality and DiversityTreat staff, patients and visitors fairly and respectfully.Comply with equality policies and meet individual patient needs.Special ConditionsDuties may change according to service requirements.Enhanced DBS clearance is required.Person SpecificationEssential Knowledge & ExperienceEffective communication and interpersonal skills gained through dealing with customers or the public.Stable education/employment record.Essential Skills and AbilitiesGood communication, literacy and numeracy skills.Ability to safely undertake manual handling of patients and equipment.Ability to manage sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully.Basic IT skills, including Word and email.Ability to successfully complete PTS Ambulance Person training and clinical/driver assessment.Willingness to undertake required training.Essential Personal AttributesSelf-disciplined and able to work independently and as part of a team.High standards of personal hygiene and professional presentation.Flexible to work rota hours, additional hours, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays.Able to pass the required occupational health assessment.Satisfactory DBS clearance.Full driving licence including at least a provisional C1 licence; maximum 3 penalty points for new entrants or 6 for existing employees.Essential Qualifications and ExperienceLevel 1 qualification such as NVQ1, BTEC Introductory Diploma or equivalent knowledge.Two GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or above, including Maths and English.Evidence of CPD and development of new skills/knowledge within the previous two years.DesirableKnowledge of ambulance operational procedures.Knowledge of health and safety.Background in healthcare or customer service.At least 12 months' direct healthcare experience supported by theoretical and practical on-the-job training.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Experience dealing with customers or members of the public.
• Experience demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to undertake manual handling, including handling patients and equipment.
• Experience handling sensitive situations professionally and tactfully.
• Experience or ability to complete the required PTS Ambulance Person clinical and driver training.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• L3 EFAW
• UK Driving Licence
• Enhanced DBS on the update service

Person Specification Experience Desirable Experience dealing with customers or members of the public. Experience demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to undertake manual handling, including handling patients and equipment. Experience handling sensitive situations professionally and tactfully. Experience or ability to complete the required PTS Ambulance Person clinical and driver training. Qualifications Essential GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths Desirable L3 EFAW UK Driving Licence Enhanced DBS on the update service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

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Main duties of the job

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About us

We have a wide range of great benefits if you join us as a colleague at Cambridgeshire County Council. To find out more please see below.

Job summary

Emergency Care Assistant (ECA)

Our ECAs support paramedics in providing urgent care during emergency callouts. Youll assist with patient assessments, administer treatments, and operate ambulance vehicles with care and precision.

What you'll need:

• Full UK driving licence and blue light qualification (CERAD or IHCD)
• Relevant Clinical Qualifications (e.g. DAEUCS or FREC4, etc.)
• The ability to assist and support clinicians in their clinical practice

Main duties of the job

Emergency Care Assistant (ECA)

Our ECAs support paramedics in providing urgent care during emergency callouts. Youll assist with patient assessments, administer treatments, and operate ambulance vehicles with care and precision.

What you'll need:

• Full UK driving licence and blue light qualification (CERAD or IHCD)
• Relevant Clinical Qualifications (e.g. DAEUCS or FREC4, etc.)
• The ability to assist and support clinicians in their clinical practice

About us

Who we are

Nerams Ltd is a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated independent ambulance service with a wealth of operational and educational experience. The directorate of the organisation combines healthcare professionals, operational managers, logistics and systems experts, and educators to provide leadership and systems that maintain a high level of service to all users.

Our core values:

• Care

• Teamwork

• Quality

• Respect

• Honesty

Job summary

Job Overview

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Domiciliary Care Assistant to provide high-quality care and support to individuals in their own homes.

You will support clients with their daily needs, promote independence, and help maintain their health, safety and wellbeing. Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Support clients with mobility and transfers.
• Assist with medication in line with care plans and organisational procedures.
• Prepare meals and support with eating and drinking where required.
• Carry out light household duties, including cleaning and laundry.
• Follow individual care plans and respect clients' preferences and choices.
• Complete accurate care records and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies or changes in a client's condition.
• Promote dignity, independence and choice at all times.

About us

What We Offer

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives while developing your skills and experience within the health and social care sector. Full training and support will be provided to help you succeed in the role.

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Navigator to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting patients and their families in navigating the healthcare system, ensuring they receive the necessary support and resources. This position requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to appoint a Care Navigator to join our busy GP practice, you will be the first point of contact for arranging patient clinics, liaising with clinical and admin staff together with patients, as well as carrying out general office management tasks. You will have a good telephone manner and experience of booking appointments proving strong organisational skills. You will have excellent communication skills, a compassionate and friendly nature who can operate in a busy, demanding environment as you will be working with our clinical and administration teams.

Your regular duties in this role will be dealing with telephone, face to face and electronic enquiries, appointment booking contacting patients to provide information from the clinical team and assisting patients to access our services and those available in the wider community. General office duties, Filing, Coding and referring patients. Training is provided. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised and an effective communicator who can provide a professional and warm welcome to our patients, ensuring every contact is of the highest quality.

About us

Our team at Ince Surgery is dedicated to providing the highest level of care for our patients and their families.

Job summary

Ascend is an evidence-based, psychological service, working in partnership with local voluntary sector services (Staffordshire Women's Aid/Survive), and alongside existing NHS services, including Talking Therapies and secondary mental health services.

The PWP role is to assess and support people accessing the Ascend service, undertaking patient-centred interviews which identifies areas where the person wished to see change and or recovery, and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others. The role will use a range of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments, providing Step 2 interventions in the form of both 1:1 treatment and groups.

The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.

This is a fixed term role ending 30/09/2028

Applications welcome from Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and accredited with professional body BABCP

Main duties of the job

1. Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.
2. Assess and support people accessing the Ascend Service, a service for people aged 16 and above who have experienced sexual assault or abuse.
3. Undertake patient-centred assessments which identifies areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
4. Make decisions on suitability of new referrals with appropriate levels of supervision, adhering to the service's referral protocols, refers unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary.
5. Provide a range of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments. This work may be face to face, telephone, workshops or via other media.
6. Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
7. Provide a minimum of two hours per week step 2 treatment with patients aged 16+ within an adult service. This clinical practice must include both assessment and 1:1 treatment, groups via live interventions
8. Attend MDT meetings relating to referrals of clients in treatment, where appropriate.

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. For 2024/2025, we have launched our "Proud to be Green" engagement campaign which is aligned to the targets set out in our Green Plan. As a Trust, you can be assured that we will commit to supporting you in working towards our net zero ambitions, set out in our Green Plan, through our sustainability programme".

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.

Job summary

Are you anOrthoptistlooking for a challenging complex ocular motilitycaseload?

Do you have a passion forworking not only in the out-patient environment but also within a theatre setting?

Would you liketo work within apurpose builteye unit in one of the largestTrusts in theNorth West?

If the answer isYESto theabovethen we have the perfect job foryou!

We are looking to recruit a Specialist Orthoptist for a period of up to 12 months to cover maternity leave with a focus on a complex ocular motilitycaseload.

Youwillsupport our squint consultants both in the out-patient clinics and squint theatre within this caseload, as well as undertaking variousadditional orthoptic hospital and community clinics and the opportunity to be involved in orthoptic teaching of which the whole team participatein.

This is an amazing opportunity for anOrthoptist withexperience of an adult caseloadto join ourwell-establishedteam to providenot onlyan excellent standard of care to all patientsbut todevelopthemselves withina complex ocular motilityroletoo.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for providing specialised Orthoptic services as an autonomous practitioner within hospitals and community outreach clinics,accepting direct referral of patients of all ages who have a wide spectrum of ocular motility disorders and visual problems. To assess, diagnose, manage and treat patients of all ages referred to the Orthoptist, being responsible for the instigation of follow-up care and/or onward referral to the sub-speciality Orthoptists/Optometrists/Ophthalmologists as appropriate.

To be regularly involved in the assessment, diagnosis and management of complex ocular motility disorders by undertaking the joint Consultant Adult Squint/Botox clinics and working with the Head Orthoptist in supporting the organisation of the squint botox clinic, squint pre and post-op clinics, contributing to squint MDT and undertaking the role of 1st assist for squint surgery.

To be involved in the clinical teaching ofundergraduate Orthoptists,pre-registration Optometrists, medicalstudentsand other healthcare learners/professionals asrequired.

About us

Theorthopticdepartmentisbased at Royal Preston Hospitalwithadditionalcommunity clinicsandourOphthalmology Unit at Chorley District General Hospitalwhichopened inDecember2021.

Our new unit has been designed to not only give the patient and their relatives/carers the best experience but also our team too; with individual 6m Orthoptic rooms fully equipped even with a window for those far distance cover tests wehope wehave thought of everything.

Wearealargedepartment who work closely with our eyecolleaguesstriving to provide excellent care with compassion; if youmanageyourtime well and work well withinadynamicteamthen this is the place for you.

We are always looking for ways to further develop ourselves and theteamplus looking to see what we could do differently and in fact better. This is why we actively encourage and supportCPD, audit and researchand havementorshipin place for this role.

It'shard to fit everything we do in to one advert so if you would like to know about the roleand the teamthen we would genuinely love to hear from you-call my fabulous team on 01772 522417 or email me [email protected] arrange a call

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum. pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share

Reference number

438-PB4876

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assessespatientswithcomplex ocular motility diagnoseswithin the giventimeframesfor testing.

Formulates management plans for these patients in communication with the Squint Consultants and Head Orthoptist.

Undertakes the role of 1st Assist for squint surgery for both adult and paediatric squint surgery.

Assists the surgeon in post-operative adjustable suture technique and Botox clinics requiring accurate measurements to ensure good ocular alignment whilst the patient is under local anaesthetic.

Presents pre-operative squint surgery findings to the squint MDT and collates an MDT summary report, organises relevant post-operative follow-up and/or any additional tests required prior to squint surgery.

• Clearly communicates to the patient, carers and MDT such findings as reduced vision, restricted ocular motility, and other limiting factors such as potential for post-operative diplopia.
• Independently assess, plans, implements and monitors individual orthoptic treatment plans/care pathways for each patient using clinical experience, knowledge and evidence-based practice, selects appropriate assessment techniques relevant to each individual patient based on clinical experience and by using clinical reasoning.

Records clinical findings, management plans and other relevant information within the patients notes and formulate letters to summarise and refer on to other professionals as required.

Communicates to convey complex diagnoses and treatment plans, break bad news and provide support, gain consent and understanding by combating barriers, gain the confidence and cooperation of children and parents or to present and explain complex concepts, ideas and issues to service users who are unfamiliar with them.

• Actively involved in audit, research and quality improvements relating to this aspect of the Orthoptic service.

Undertakes delegated duties from the Head Orthoptist regarding e.g. the developing of resources for this cohort of patients.

Actively involve themselves and support the other Orthoptists involved with this cohort of patients to develop the service.

Actively promote the orthoptic profession and involvement with this cohort of patients through such things as school/college open days and work experience.

Discharges or arranges onward referral as required.

Actively involved in discussions and decisions around treatments with the Orthoptists/Optometrists/Ophthalmologists.

Responsible as an autonomous practitioner for the decision to instil eye drops for refraction tests, diagnostic and treatment purposes, to decide the appropriate strength of drops required and to advise patients/parents of the side effects following departmental PGDs/medicine exemptions.

To liaise with the Head Orthoptist regarding problems arising from any orthoptic treatment.

Demonstrates compassion by recognising and responding to individual needs in a warm, thoughtful, sensitive and helpful way.

Proactively engages with patients, relatives and carers to seek their views, gain agreement and to keep them informed about their treatment and care.

Receives positive feedback from own patients, relatives, team and students.

Job description Job responsibilities Assessespatientswithcomplex ocular motility diagnoseswithin the giventimeframesfor testing. Formulates management plans for these patients in communication with the Squint Consultants and Head Orthoptist. Undertakes the role of 1st Assist for squint surgery for both adult and paediatric squint surgery. Assists the surgeon in post-operative adjustable suture technique and Botox clinics requiring accurate measurements to ensure good ocular alignment whilst the patient is under local anaesthetic. Presents pre-operative squint surgery findings to the squint MDT and collates an MDT summary report, organises relevant post-operative follow-up and/or any additional tests required prior to squint surgery. Clearly communicates to the patient, carers and MDT such findings as reduced vision, restricted ocular motility, and other limiting factors such as potential for post-operative diplopia. Independently assess, plans, implements and monitors individual orthoptic treatment plans/care pathways for each patient using clinical experience, knowledge and evidence-based practice, selects appropriate assessment techniques relevant to each individual patient based on clinical experience and by using clinical reasoning. Records clinical findings, management plans and other relevant information within the patients notes and formulate letters to summarise and refer on to other professionals as required. Communicates to convey complex diagnoses and treatment plans, break bad news and provide support, gain consent and understanding by combating barriers, gain the confidence and cooperation of children and parents or to present and explain complex concepts, ideas and issues to service users who are unfamiliar with them. Actively involved in audit, research and quality improvements relating to this aspect of the Orthoptic service. Undertakes delegated duties from the Head Orthoptist regarding e.g. the developing of resources for this cohort of patients. Actively involve themselves and support the other Orthoptists involved with this cohort of patients to develop the service. Actively promote the orthoptic profession and involvement with this cohort of patients through such things as school/college open days and work experience. Discharges or arranges onward referral as required. Actively involved in discussions and decisions around treatments with the Orthoptists/Optometrists/Ophthalmologists. Responsible as an autonomous practitioner for the decision to instil eye drops for refraction tests, diagnostic and treatment purposes, to decide the appropriate strength of drops required and to advise patients/parents of the side effects following departmental PGDs/medicine exemptions. To liaise with the Head Orthoptist regarding problems arising from any orthoptic treatment. Demonstrates compassion by recognising and responding to individual needs in a warm, thoughtful, sensitive and helpful way. Proactively engages with patients, relatives and carers to seek their views, gain agreement and to keep them informed about their treatment and care. Receives positive feedback from own patients, relatives, team and students.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Orthoptics or equivalent
• Registration with HCPC
• Evidence of appropriate ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate training and certificates
• Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake 2 day BIOS course

Knowledge

Essential

• Proven knowledge and experience managing specifically an adult ocular motility Orthoptic caseload
• Proven knowledge of the investigation, diagnosis and management of a broad range of specialist and complex Orthoptic patients and be able to explain findings to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels
• Proven knowledge of formulating treatment plans involving complex facts and situations and problem solving techniques and be able to explain these to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels
• Proven ability to work single handed in the hospital and or community clinic
• Proven postgraduate clinical experience - 2 years minimum practice
• Evidence of CPD Knowledge of relevant national policies and procedures relating to role
• 1st Assist for squint surgery competence and associated aseptic techniques
• Experience of teaching orthoptic undergraduates and or other health professionals and students

Desirable

• Experience working as an Orthoptist in the ward environment
• Experience of various Neurological conditions seen by Orthoptists
• Evidence of Audit
• Evidence of Research
• Awareness of Dementia
• Ability to perform and interpret visual fields static and kinetic

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Orthoptics or equivalent Registration with HCPC Evidence of appropriate ongoing professional development Desirable Evidence of postgraduate training and certificates Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake 2 day BIOS course Knowledge Essential Proven knowledge and experience managing specifically an adult ocular motility Orthoptic caseload Proven knowledge of the investigation, diagnosis and management of a broad range of specialist and complex Orthoptic patients and be able to explain findings to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels Proven knowledge of formulating treatment plans involving complex facts and situations and problem solving techniques and be able to explain these to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels Proven ability to work single handed in the hospital and or community clinic Proven postgraduate clinical experience - 2 years minimum practice Evidence of CPD Knowledge of relevant national policies and procedures relating to role 1st Assist for squint surgery competence and associated aseptic techniques Experience of teaching orthoptic undergraduates and or other health professionals and students Desirable Experience working as an Orthoptist in the ward environment Experience of various Neurological conditions seen by Orthoptists Evidence of Audit Evidence of Research Awareness of Dementia Ability to perform and interpret visual fields static and kinetic

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

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Barts Health NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join our growing, friendly and supportive SLT team at Newham University Hospital, working in Acute Medicine and Stroke Services.

The post holder will develop knowledge, skills and experience in the assessment, management and rehabilitation of adult inpatients with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties arising from varied neurological and medical conditions. This includes patients across all acute wards including stroke, Acute Admissions Unit, care of the elderly, respiratory, and surgery.

The successful applicant will receive regular 1:1 supervision, joint clinical sessions, in-house training, peer supervision and other CPD opportunities within one of the UK's largest NHS Trusts.

This post provides a rare and exciting opportunity for a band 5 SLT to become a confident, highly- skilled independent practitioner working with swallowing and communication impairments in the acute setting.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be supported to work through the RCSLT NQP and dysphagia competencies frameworks as required.

They will be responsible for managing a caseload of patients with communication and swallowing impairments across acute inpatient and stroke wards with support.

They will represent SLT at multi-disciplinary team meetings and ward rounds, and participate in delivery of teaching/training to other professionals.

There will be opportunities to attend and participate in videofluoroscopy clinics, and there may be scope for introduction to the critical care setting once basic competencies are achieved.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced phlebotomist to join our team based at our site on the outskirts of Maidstone.

The role will initially cover Tuesday and Friday clinics performing general phlebotomy tasks for our patients. You will be supported by a full nursing team and Health Care Assistants.

We are a four partner practice based in a purpose built building with on site parking. We have another site based in Staplehurst in Kent though this role will not initially have regular sessions at Staplehurst.

Main duties of the job

The main role is to take blood from patients as per instructions from the clinical team.

We use EMIS clinical system and the ICE system for blood tests. All specimens are processed at the laboratories in Maidstone Hospital. Samples are collected from the practice twice daily.

About us

We are a forward thinking, innovative practice based over two sites. We have recently been inspected by CQC and are awaiting the results.

We are a four partner practice based on the outskirts of Maidstone with another site based at Staplehurst. Both sites have on site parking and are in pupose built buildings.

Job summary

We are looking for a Band 6 Clinical Practitioner - Eating Disorders, to join the North Somerset CAMHS Eating Disorder Team.

The team is a rated by its staff as very supportive and offers good development opportunities and has strong historic links to Exeter University.

You will be working in North Somerset, with Bases at The Barn Clevedon and in Weston Super Mare. This post entails travelling to meet the requirements of the role, therefore a driving license and access to a car is essential.

You will be working with CYP with a range of eating difficulties and other comorbidities due to their eating. Our aim is to support young people, alongside their families and carers, to recover.

The North Somerset CAMHS ED team is a busy thriving CAMHS team that is passionate about delivering highly effective and accessible services to the young people and families of North Somerset.

The team is a well established multi disciplinary team offering evidence based interventions. The team are a diverse team and are committed to staff development and staff well being with excellent supervision and CPD opportunities. We offer established specialist clinics such as family therapy, specialist eating disorder clinics alongside staff working autonomously holding their own caseload. We have regular reflective groups and process groups to support with the clinical work.

Main duties of the job

Your role will involve providing triage, assessment, and treatment to support young people and their families/carers who present with a range of eating disorders and co-morbidities.

The team offers a variety of treatment approaches, including group-based interventions, family therapy, and individual treatments.

You will work collaboratively with core CAMHS clinicians, the Eating Disorder Home Treatment Team, and the medical team at The Seashore Centre.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

NOTE: This post is open to newly qualified social workers. In line with AWP Trust policy, all newly qualified social workers (NQSWs) will initially be appointed at Band 5, regardless of the advertised role banding. All NQSWs are expected to successfully complete their ASYE within two years of employment, unless exceptional circumstances require an extension of up to two additional years.

If you are appointed to an advertised Band 6 role, progression will be automatic following confirmation of successful ASYE completion. If you are appointed to a Band 5 post, you will then be eligible to apply for a Band 6 vacancy upon successful ASYE completion.

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

About us

We are the lead provider of healthcare for people with serious mental illness, learning disabilities and autism across Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES), Swindon and Wiltshire, and Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.We aim to provide High Quality, Compassionate Care everywhere, every day. This means our services will be safe, clinically effective and provide a positive all round experience for our patients, families and carers. And we believe passionately in treating everyone with kindness, respect and empathy.Key to this is providing a supportive and safe environment for our 4,000 staff where we all feel welcome and able to do the best we can for those we support. Our staff and teams work incredibly hard delivering services across more than 90 locations, covering 2,200miles, to more than 1.8million people.At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

342-CAMHS080-1026

Job locations

Long Fox Unit

Grange Rd, Uphill

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 4TS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be a member of the Eating Disorder Team and will be able to manage complexity and risk as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The post holder will be part of a duty system and undertake specialist assessments on behalf of the multidisciplinary team, incorporating different models of understanding of the young persons difficulties and reflecting the teams multi-modal approach to Eating Disorder interventions.

The post holder will be part of physical health clinics with the support and consultation of medical staff as required

The post holder will participate in provision of and provide psycho-education and therapy to identified patients, as well as short-term therapy (individual, family, groups) to patients presenting with sub-threshold disorders. He/she will also contribute towards family based treatment for Eating Disorders and other evidence based treatments.

The post holder will contribute to the care of complex cases, attending to risk and arranging network/professional reviews where clinically appropriate. This will include liaison with other appropriate services when required.

To use routine outcome measures (ROMS) to evaluate treatment and gain feedback from Young people and their carers.

Participate in the running of therapeutic groups/workshops.

Please see attached Job Description file for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be a member of the Eating Disorder Team and will be able to manage complexity and risk as part of a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will be part of a duty system and undertake specialist assessments on behalf of the multidisciplinary team, incorporating different models of understanding of the young persons difficulties and reflecting the teams multi-modal approach to Eating Disorder interventions. The post holder will be part of physical health clinics with the support and consultation of medical staff as required The post holder will participate in provision of and provide psycho-education and therapy to identified patients, as well as short-term therapy (individual, family, groups) to patients presenting with sub-threshold disorders. He/she will also contribute towards family based treatment for Eating Disorders and other evidence based treatments. The post holder will contribute to the care of complex cases, attending to risk and arranging network/professional reviews where clinically appropriate. This will include liaison with other appropriate services when required. To use routine outcome measures (ROMS) to evaluate treatment and gain feedback from Young people and their carers. Participate in the running of therapeutic groups/workshops. Please see attached Job Description file for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• RMN qualification or other relevant qualification (e.g., social work, psychology, psychotherapy, or IAPT Postgraduate Diploma in CBT) and Appropriate Registration
• Experience of working with young people with mental health difficulties
• Experience in using assessment skills, particularly in determining the nature and severity of mental illness/mental health issues in children and young people
• Experience of working with Young people with Eating disorders

Desirable

• Experience of working in CAMHS or an equivalent mental health setting with young people
• Trained in FT-AN

Person Specification Essential Essential RMN qualification or other relevant qualification (e.g., social work, psychology, psychotherapy, or IAPT Postgraduate Diploma in CBT) and Appropriate Registration Experience of working with young people with mental health difficulties Experience in using assessment skills, particularly in determining the nature and severity of mental illness/mental health issues in children and young people Experience of working with Young people with Eating disorders Desirable Experience of working in CAMHS or an equivalent mental health setting with young people Trained in FT-AN

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Long Fox Unit

Grange Rd, Uphill

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 4TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Long Fox Unit

Grange Rd, Uphill

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 4TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)