Job description

Job responsibilities

***For a full list of roles and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification***

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within the cardio-respiratory department

Desirable

• Experience working with people of all ages
• Experience using Sentinel
• Experience using Mac Lab

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Healthcare Science (Cardiology)
• ILS certificate

Desirable

• SCST professional qualification

Skills, knowledge and competencies

Essential

• Competent in recording and interpreting the following: ECG's, 24hr Ambulatory ECG, 24hr Ambulatory BP, ETT
• Principles and patient confidentiality
• Knowledge of manula handling guidelines
• Awareness of Health & Safety requirements
• Good IT skills and confidence using clinical software

Desirable

• Competent at working in a Cardiac Catheter Laboratory with knowledge of invasive monitoring techniques
• Exposure to brady pacing and implantable loop recorders

Role requirements

Essential

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Takes responsibility for producing accurate, high-quality work
• Reliable, punctual, professional and, well-presented

Emotional effort

Essential

• Able to support and encourage patients who may be anxious, distressed, or struggling to complete tests

Working conditions

Essential

• Flexible approach to duties in order to meet the challenges and changes within the NHS
• Able to work across all clinical venues, including Warrington Hospital, Halton Hospital and Community Health Hubs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)

Address

Warrington and Halton Hospitals

Lovely Lane

Warrington

WA5 1QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide comprehensive administrative service to the Radiology Department.
• Scan patient referrals into the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Check that all patient information is correct via three-point check.
• Staff the department reception area, meeting patients, accepting referrals and checking details for accuracy.
• Update Radiographers/Radiologists/Sonographers of any changes to their appointment lists and pass relevant information given by the patient at reception.
• Use the computerised Patient Administration System, when necessary, to confirm patient/referrers details, as well as patients admission status.
• Assist secretarial staff in sending printed reports to referring clinician.
• Pull and send copies of reports/images requested by other hospitals, following departmental procedure.
• Assist appointment clerks with scheduling of appointments and sending letters.
• Request patients hospital medical notes, if required.
• Attend departmental admin meetings and contribute to the improvement of the Radiology service. Ensure personal awareness and knowledge of departmental and Trust wide issues.
• Receive telephone queries from patients and referrers and action them, as per agreed guidelines.
• Any other ad hoc duties in line with post and grades responsibilities, as directed by the Office Manager or Deputy.
• Participate in relevant training events as required.
• Undergo an annual appraisal within the department, which will enable post holder to develop an appropriate training and development plan of both personal and professional needs.
• Ensure that all mandatory training taken and updated as required and in line with Health and Safety policies.
• Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships within the department.

For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working with computerised systems

Desirable

• Experience of working with the public

Qualification(s) and Professional Training

Desirable

• GCSE numeracy and literacy qualifications or equivalent
• ECDL
• NVQ Level 2 Customer Service

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Keyboard skills

Desirable

• IT skills to NVQ2 or equivalent/Advanced keyboard skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Communicates calmly, clearly and effectively in all situations
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to prioritise own workload

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

Address

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.geh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership and act as a professional role model within the MDT.
• Work autonomously, ensuring accountability for personal and delegated clinical tasks.
• Develop and implement service strategies and clinical standard operating procedures.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external networks.
• Represent the team at Trust-wide and strategic meetings.
• Oversee the planning and prioritisation of patient care within the inpatient setting.
• Ensure high standards of clinical practice, developing and evaluating guidelines and procedures.
• Provide specialist clinical interventions and manage a complex caseload.
• Use outcome measures to assess treatment effectiveness.
• Actively contribute to the education and supervision of staff and students.
• Lead service development initiatives, including audits and research projects.
• Manage HR functions such as recruitment, appraisals, and absence management within the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy Degree
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Clinical Educator / Student Educator qualification
• NHS Leadership Training
• Educated to Masters level

Experience

Essential

• Significant relevant B6 experience
• Leadership experience
• Experience of multidisciplinary working
• Experience of audit

Desirable

• Clinical experience in different settings e.g. acute/community
• Community experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Highly developed professional knowledge base, supported by educational development and different work environments.
• Knowledge of current political drivers in relation to health and social care issues
• Highly developed knowledge of general management practice, including organisational performance management, finance, human resources and equality and diversity.
• Understanding & involvement of Clinical Governance and risk assessment

Desirable

• Hospital discharge policies and processes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heathlands Intermediate Care Bracknell

12, Cross Fell, Bracknell

Bracknell

RG12 7RX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached documents for further details about the job post or contact the Nexus Clinical Lead for any questions.

Person Specification

Administrative Experience

Essential

• NVQ3/QCF in administration or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and ability to cope with behaviour which may be challenging at times.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting or Prison.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

HMP Eastwood Park

Falfield

Wotton-Under-Edge

GL12 8DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

• Confidence in dealing with the public by telephone and in person
• Experience of using Microsoft office packages
• Previous experience in a busy reception
• Education to a high standard
• Relate to public empathy/understanding
• NVQ level 1 in customer services/or equivalent

Desirable

• Experience of working within a Primary Care NHS setting

Receptionist/Telephonist

Essential

• General understanding of the way the NHS functions
• Communication skills, concise accurate, grammatically correct

Desirable

• Previous experience using EMIS and other NHS systems

Receptionist/Telephonist

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative

Desirable

• Previous experience in Customer services

Language Skills

Essential

• The ability to speak Welsh

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

West End Medical Centre

Conway Road

Colwyn Bay

LL29 7LS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people

Desirable

• Experience of working in health visiting

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths Grades A-C or equivalent Level II qualification.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge

Desirable

• Community experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

Community Cardiff and Vale

Woodland House, Maes y Coed Road

Flying Start Cardiff

CF14 4HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The Senior Technical Officer will join the Global Health Security team within UKHSA's Global Health Protection Directorate. The team strengthens UK health security by ensuring UKHSA's global-facing work is coherent, evidence-led and supports UK readiness and decision-making. As a strategic and technical function, it supports coordination, prioritisation and delivery across UKHSA's global health security activities.
• The post holder will support planning, coordination and monitoring across the Global Health Security programme, maintaining delivery plans, tracking milestones, managing actions, risks and dependencies, and communicating progress to stakeholders. The role requires a structured approach to programme and project management.
• A core aspect of the role is developing effective relationships across UKHSA, wider government and external partners. The successful candidate will work with senior stakeholders, supporting collaborative delivery and shared objectives across organisational boundaries.
• The role combines coordination with direct technical contribution. The post holder will lead or support high-priority technical work with subject matter experts, developing and quality assuring evidence-based briefings, summaries, reports and papers supporting decision-making and UKHSA's global health security objectives.
• The successful candidate will support governance and senior meetings, including convening meetings, coordinating contributions, preparing papers and records, and tracking actions to completion. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex information clearly to senior audiences.
• The post holder will engage with international stakeholders, including multilateral organisations and priority bilateral partners, supporting coherent UKHSA engagement, capturing insights and translating these into practical actions supporting UK priorities. They will work with global strategy and partnership teams to align activity with UKHSA's global and domestic objectives.
• The role includes supporting consistent approaches to delivery, monitoring and reporting, maintaining templates, trackers and tools for programme management, information sharing and organisational learning. The post holder will support continuous improvement, strengthening ways of working and applying lessons learned.
• This fast-paced role requires managing competing priorities, responding to emerging issues and changing deadlines while maintaining quality and professionalism. The post holder may support time-limited projects or surge activities across the Directorate and wider agency. Success will be demonstrated through high-quality outputs, strong stakeholder relationships and improvements in how UKHSA plans, delivers, monitors and learns from its global-facing work. Occasional national and international travel may be required.

Essential Criteria:

• Educated to a minimum of Bachelors degree level or equivalent experience within a health science subject (human health, animal health or environmental health), international development or another relevant field.
• Demonstrable experience of developing and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals, including with senior colleagues and partners
• Significant project or programme management experience, including planning, tracking delivery to milestones and managing actions, risks and dependencies.
• Experience, appreciation and understanding of the public health, wider health or public sector and awareness and interest in international and global health issues
• Ability to work effectively within a team, respecting others and learning from their contributions, with a strong commitment to equality, equity and inclusive ways of working (including cultural sensitivity and self-awareness).
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills (oral and written), including drafting clear briefings and written product, and quality-assuring contributions from others for senior audiences.
• High level of IT literacy in MS Office software packages

Desirable Criteria:

• Understanding of UK government departments and intergovernmental organisations involved in global health activities
• Demonstrable global health or international health project delivery experience including working with government departments and international partners at all levels
• Demonstrable experience supporting senior governance processes, including commissioning inputs, drafting high-quality papers/records for senior decision makers, and tracking actions through to completion.
• Experience working in a matrix environment, coordinating delivery across multiple teams without direct line management authority.

Selection Process Details

This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications,knowledgeand experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

Competency Based

You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 7 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a:

• Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
• 750word supporting statement.

This should outline how you consider your skills, experienceand knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV.

HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than750words. We will not consider any words over750words.

Longlisting:In the event ofa large number ofapplications,we will longlist into 3 piles of:

1. Meets all essential criteria

1. Meets some essential criteria

1. Meets no essential criteria

If used, the pile(s) Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting.

Shortlisting:

In the event ofa large number ofapplications we will conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of:

• Significant project or programme management experience, including planning, tracking delivery to milestones and managing actions, risks and dependencies.
• Demonstrable experience of developing and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals, including with senior colleagues and partners.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills (oral and written), including drafting clear briefings and written product, and quality-assuring contributions from others for senior audiences

Desirable criteria may be usedin the event ofa large number ofapplications/largeamountof successful candidates.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: Interview

Competency Based

You will be invited to a singleremoteinterview

Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview.

There will be a Technical Presentation.

You will be asked to deliver a presentation lasting no more than 5 minutes on the following topic: An emerging international health threat has been identified which may have implications for UK health security. In 5 minutes, explain how UKHSA should assess and respond to this issue, including how global intelligence should be translated into UK readiness and decision-making.

Interview dates to be confirmed.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Location

This role is being offered as hybrid working based at our core HQ in London (10 South Colonnade). We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, averaged over a month) working at our office. Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport links and benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Basic Personnel Security Standard.

Eligibility Criteria

This vacancy is open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service as well as internal applicants.

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Please be aware that the salary is based on the office location.

Senior Executive Officer (SEO)

£46,310- £52,113 (Inner London)

Person Specification

Application Form and Supporting Statement

Essential

• Application Form and Supporting Statement

Technical Presentation

Essential

• Technical Presentation

Behaviours

Essential

• Managing a Quality Service(Lead behaviour)
• Delivering at Pace
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together
• Seeing the Bigger Picture

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Core HQ

London (10 South Colonnade)

E14 4PU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support to the Clinical Endoscopist Team.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to the needs and concerns of patients, providing a friendly, efficient and courteous service to patients, relatives and visitors, and offering advice and information where appropriate.
• Provide an efficient and accurate typing service, ensuring clinic letters are processed and completed in a timely manner.
• Accurately maintain and update staff personal records and relevant hospital systems.
• Handle personal and confidential patient information with sensitivity, discretion and in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Assist with the administration and maintenance of the HR Case Management System (Caseworker).
• Provide administrative support to colleagues across the Endoscopy Department during periods of planned annual leave and sickness absence, helping to maintain continuity of service.
• Undertake photocopying, filing and other general administrative duties to support the Booking and Administration Team and contribute to the efficient running of the department.
• Receive, process and distribute incoming correspondence, including electronic mail, accurately and promptly, ensuring information is passed to the appropriate teams or individuals.
• Coordinate and book patients for endoscopy procedures, ensuring all relevant information is accurately recorded and appointments are arranged in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and linked professionals across the Endoscopy Department and wider organisation.
• Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be regarded as falling within the nature, responsibilities and grade of the post, subject to appropriate training being provided. Where possible, any significant permanent changes to the duties of the post will be mutually agreed and incorporated into the job description.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

• Educated to basic GCSE or equivalent/relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Keyboard/typing skills
• Experience of Microsoft Office
• Manage own workload

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Previous admin experience
• Experience of following procedures/protocols

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Fixed term end date 23/07/2027.

Job overview

To support patients during ultrasound examinations, and to assist the other imaging

assistants with preparing patients and carrying out these examinations. To act as a mentor and role model to junior RDAs; being a point of contact for advice and guidance. To be proactive in your work assisting radiology staff with the view that the patient’s needs come first. To book patients for ultrasound examinations into the relevant ultrasound room diaries as required and to provide training into how to do this for junior RDAs. This is a rotational role through obstetric and non-obstetric ultrasound.

• Post will close early if max numbers reached.

Main duties of the job

• To provide an effective Radiology service to PAH Trust, within departmental protocols
• To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, peers, clinicians, and other staff throughout the organisation
• To maintain the principles of patient confidentiality at all times
• To work as part of a team
• To work with minimal supervision
• To support radiology staff and supervise junior RDAs
• To plan and prioritise own workload
• To work flexibly to cover evening and weekend sessions within contracted hours
• To be pro-active in own self-development
• To use computerised and manual methods to update patient records for each examination
• To attend all mandatory training
• To report incidents and/or potential accidents within the department, in line with Trust policy
• To care for patients within the Radiology department in terms of their immediate physical and emotional requirements
• To develop an astute understanding of patient preparation requirements prior and during examinations
• Ensure all rooms are cleaned and stocked 7-days a week.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To check stock levels as part of the departmental weekly stock checks, document this and report low stock levels to the relevant senior manager
• To communicate with a broad range of patients prior to examination. This may include patients whose first language is not English or those who have difficulty understanding due to their medical condition
• To be able to deal with many, often conflicting, demands on attention at the same time, while remaining focused on current task
• To understand and comply with legislative obligation, including Data Protection Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, local radiation rules, departmental and Trust policies
• To carry out other duties as requested by any member of the senior management team
• To undergo an annual performance appraisal and review, whereby future objectives are identified and actioned
• To always present a professional front while on duty and be an ambassador for the profession and the department
• Coordinate the arrival and departure of patients to and from the relevant departments
• To assist in the manual handling of patients moving to and from the scanning rooms, in line with trust manual handling policies
• To train and mentor junior staff.
• To be able to prepare the ultrasound room and equipment for all various types of ultrasound scans, ensuring all equipment is cleaned appropriately between each patient.
• To act as a chaperone for patients as required.
• To organise inpatient scans according to staff skill mix/availability
• To aid in the personal care of patients
• To aid Sonographers and Radiologists in Ultrasound guided injection lists
• To liaise with patient transport
• To support staff in emergency situations
• Empathetic support required when assisting patients with unexpected scan findings, particularly in the obstetric department. Approaching the sonographer or line manager is encouraged if any emotional support is needed after distressing situations

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in acute care or equivalent experience
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

• The Care Certificate
• The Higher Development Award

Experience

Essential

• Experience with difficult and challenging situations
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Experience working in ultrasound
• Experience with mentoring and training
• Experience with mentoring and training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

This role is a full-time role that involves chaperoning patients within the Breast Unit. The role also involves supporting clinicians undertaking breast biopsies and procedures so would suit someone who has had experience as breast clinical assistant. However we are happy to train the right individual. The key attributes for the role are compassion, excellent communication and team working.

Main duties of the job

• To plan and organise the daily workload within a specialised area in consultation with Radiologists and Radiographers. • Liaising with doctors requesting urgent examinations and communicating this information to Radiologists in a timely and accurate way. • Collecting patients from the Breast Unit Waiting Room • Preparing the patients for examination – asking them to undress and assisting them with this if necessary, explaining the procedures, answering questions. This requires detailed knowledge of the procedures being undertaken. • Caring for patients within the Breast Unit in terms of their immediate physical and emotional requirements. • Entering data onto the Breast Unit Information System (CRIS). • Updating CRIS with post-examination details. • Safe disposal of clinical waste, including safe disposal of sharps. • Safe handling of body fluids – this requires awareness and compliance with infection control methods and protocols for cleaning blood, urine etc.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Prepare the examination room at the beginning of each list, ensuring linen is clean and the room is tidy and fit for purpose. Ensure all documentation is present and correct prior to the list beginning. Use CRIS and Patient Administration System (PAS) to construct the daily work list. Ensure examination rooms are fully stocked of consumable items and replenish as necessary. Report / order when supplies of consumables are low. Ensure examination room is kept tidy between patients, changing paper on examination tables. Ensure a sufficient supply of examination gowns is available for patients to change into. Working closely with the appointments team to ensure all sessions are used optimally. Keep patients informed before, during and after examination, including how and where to get the results from the examination.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE C or Level 2 for Maths and English

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of healthcare environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

St Margaret's Hospital

Epping

Essex

CM16 6TN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

The Band 6 Children's Hospital at Home (HaH) Nurse will provide high-quality, child-centred nursing care to children and young people within their own homes and community settings as an alternative to hospital admission or to facilitate early supported discharge.

The post holder will work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for children with acute and chronic health conditions. They will act as a clinical leader, supporting junior staff and students, promoting evidence-based practice, and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care.

The role requires excellent clinical assessment skills, sound decision-making abilities, and the capacity to work independently while maintaining strong links with acute paediatric services, primary care, and community partners.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver specialist nursing care to children and young people in their homes, schools, and community settings.
• Undertake holistic assessments, formulate care plans, and evaluate outcomes in partnership with children, young people, and families.
• Provide acute assessment and monitoring of children referred to the Hospital at Home service.
• Safely administer medications, including intravenous therapies where appropriately trained.
• Support the management of acute childhood illnesses in accordance with agreed pathways and clinical guidelines.
• Identify signs of clinical deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Facilitate early supported discharge from inpatient wards and the Children's Emergency Department.
• Support admission avoidance initiatives through enhanced community-based care.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.

• Participate in safeguarding children processes and contribute to child protection assessments where required.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Deliver specialist nursing care to children and young people in their homes, schools, and community settings.
• Undertake holistic assessments, formulate care plans, and evaluate outcomes in partnership with children, young people, and families.
• Provide acute assessment and monitoring of children referred to the Hospital at Home service.
• Safely administer medications, including intravenous therapies where appropriately trained.
• Support the management of acute childhood illnesses in accordance with agreed pathways and clinical guidelines.
• Identify signs of clinical deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Facilitate early supported discharge from inpatient wards and the Children's Emergency Department.
• Support admission avoidance initiatives through enhanced community-based care.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.

• Participate in safeguarding children processes and contribute to child protection assessments where required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Childrens Nurse
• Mentorship/Practice Supervisor qualification or willingness to undertake
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have access to a car

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience within acute paediatric nursing
• Experience of caring for children with acute and long-term conditions
• Experience of multidisciplinary working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will:-

• Organise the workload of the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development, through an efficient and effective electronic diary system, bring forward system and electronic paper management system.
• Communicate and build close relationships with senior colleagues both internal and external to the organisation.
• Prepare agendas, circulate with supporting papers and take minutes of meetings chaired by the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development.
• Format and produce complex reports and papers.
• Demonstrate a high level of discretion to deal with complex and sensitive information
• Demonstrate a high level of numeracy and literacy skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and speed.
• Demonstrate the ability to work unsupervised, using own initiative.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise own daily workload in line with the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development's workload and commitments.
• On occasion, it may be necessary to work outside normal office hours to fulfil the role.
• To provide an extremely high level and comprehensive administrative service to the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development.
• To deal professionally and effectively with internal and external colleagues.
• To develop, implement and maintain effective and appropriate office management systems in line with the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development's requirements.
• To administer, manager and co-ordinate a demanding workload using own initiative, prioritising and maintaining deadlines and commitments.
• To organise meetings, prepare, finalise and collate all supporting documentation required for meetings chaired by the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development and arrange follow-up actions/meetings, where appropriate.
• To work without direct supervision, using own initiative and, where necessary, initiate letters and emails, both internally and externally, as required without reference to the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development.
• To maintain an effective diary system for the Executive Director of Workforce and Organisational Development and use own initiative in relation to their incoming correspondence.
• To develop and maintain a comprehensive electronic filing system.
• To develop and maintain a comprehensive bring forward system.
• To receive and action incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails.
• To organise travel and hotel arrangements in line with external commitments and co-ordinate monthly expenses.
• To act in a confidential manner at all times, receiving complex and sensitive information.
• To provide administration support to other members of the Corporate Workforce and OD Senior Team.
• To provide administration support to other members of the Executive Team, when required.
• To undertake such other duties that are commensurate with the responsibilities of the post, including out of hours work, either at initial place of work or at any other organisation establishments.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Experience, and Expertise

Essential

• Evidence of practical experience in a PA role
• Substantial experience of Microsoft Office
• Substantial knowledge and experience of the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

HD3 3EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good knowledge of hospital pharmacy
• Good verbal/ written communication skills
• Decision making skills

Desirable

• Organisational ability

Experience

Essential

• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Supervisory experience
• Directorate experience

Desirable

• Haematology pharmacy experience
• Management experience

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC
• MRPharmS
• Diploma or equivalent
• Independent prescriber

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.

Desirable

• Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.

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

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Wharfedale Hospital, Newall Car Road

Otley

LS21 2LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Please refer to the Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

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

Desirable

• Knowledge of Bowel Cancer Screening System (BCSS).

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills

Essential

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

Personal and people development

Essential

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

Communication

Essential

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

Specific requirements

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bowel Screening Programme (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

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

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

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

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

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

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Further Information

Essential

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

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Specific Job Requirement

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills & Abilities

Essential

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

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Venipuncture and cannulation skills
• Physiological observations skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 14 Fairfield General Hospital

Rochdale Old Road

Bury

BL9 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

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

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

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Post-registration course relevant to clinical area

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Further Information

Essential

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

Other Role Requirements

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

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

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

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Post-registration course relevant to clinical area

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Further Information

Essential

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

Other Role Requirements

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• High standard of education - GCSE or above

Knowledge

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Byron Court

Heath Close

Billericay

CM12 9NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dr Imran Ismail and Partners T/A Marston Forest Healthcare

Address

59 Bedford Road

Marston Moretaine

Beds

MK43 0LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional / Clinical Responsibilities

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

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

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

*Providing highly specialist nursing assessments and advice.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Management and Leadership

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

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

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

*Lead / Chair meetings where appropriate.

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

*Undertake Personal Development Reviews for other staff members.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

*Act as a positive role model and leader.

Financial Responsibilities

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

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

Education and professional development

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Operational Delivery

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

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

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

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

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

Service Development

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

*Lead the team in continuous service improvement.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Additional Criteria

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Yare House

Morton Peto Road

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Interview Date: Friday 16th October 2026

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

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

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

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

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

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

*To collaboratively work with patients to develop rehabilitation goals.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

*To take responsibility for appropriate delegation of tasks.

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

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

Professional

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

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

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

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

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

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

Organisational

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

*To deputise for the Band 7 Specialist Occupational Therapist.

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Additional Criteria

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Yare House

Morton Peto Road

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

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

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

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

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

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

Interview Date: 21st September 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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