Job description

Job responsibilities

You will:

• Assist qualified nurses in the safe transfer of patients, ensuring every move is handled with care and professionalism
• Work 162.5 per month on a rota basis including day and night shifts, and will attend in a full company uniform as required.
• Deliver compassionate care, maintaining dignity and comfort at all times even in challenging situations
• Provide crisis intervention for patients experiencing mental health difficulties, offering reassurance and practical support
• Drive ambulances when required, ensuring safe, smooth and timely journeys
• Complete accurate handovers and essential paperwork, capturing risk histories and current presentations to ensure continuity of care
• Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies, using your training and judgement to act in the patient's best interests * Follow safeguarding policies for both children and adults, always keeping safety and wellbeing as the priority
• Take part in mandatory training, meetings and reviews so your skills and knowledge stay up to date
• Check vehicles and equipment before each journey, reporting any issues promptly so we can deliver safe and reliable service
• Build positive relationships with patients, colleagues and partner agencies, promoting equality, diversity and respect in every interaction

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Mandatory:
• * Experience in a healthcare support or compliance focused role
• ** We will be holding a recruitment event on 24 September 2026. If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend at an allocated time slot, which will be confirmed with you in advance. **

Desirable

• Qualified to NVQ level 2
• Qualified to Care Certificate

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to provide quality care
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Experience

Essential

• Mandatory:
• * Enhanced DBS clearance for both adults and children
• * Full UK driving licence covering both manual and automatic vehicles with 6 or fewer points
• * Right to work in the UK
• ** We will be holding a recruitment event on 24 September 2026. If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend at an allocated time slot, which will be confirmed with you in advance. **

Desirable

• Experience of Mental health ward based or community based
• Experience with under 18

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

Prometheus Safe and Secure

Address

Unit 110

Fort Dunlop

Birmingham

B24 9FD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities for establishing and maintaining communication and relationship both internally and externally.

Establish and maintain effective communication and foster good working relationships with all multidisciplinary teams, both internal and external.

Provide and receive complex and / or sensitive information from patients and staff. For example, breaking bad news to patients, giving complex information about procedures and their outcomes, dealing with performance issues, holding staff meetings. Able to support and talk to distressed patients, visitors, and staff members.

Responsible for cascading information to ward staff and chairing staff meetings from which minutes are provided.

Make use of electronic internal / external mail and Internet systems as appropriate and necessary.

Deal effectively with comments, complaints, or incidents that affect staff and users of the ward in accordance with complaints, risk management, or human resources procedures.

Bring to the attention of the Senior Sister/Charge any factors which may adversely affect patient care or service provision.

Report all serious incidents to the appropriate Manager / Director within 24 hours; these include Never Events, serious falls, and grade 3 or 4 pressure ulcers.

Please review the full job description attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience at Band 5 within the speciality or related field.
• Ward / Departmental management experience at Band 5 or above.
• Ward / Department based teaching.
• Managing clinical risk and incidents at Ward / Department level.

Desirable

• Clinical audit activity.
• Risk assessment.
• Staff appraisals and PDP formation.
• Sickness absence / performance management.
• Complaints handling.
• Using Essence of Care standards.

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN with current registration.
• Evidence of Continuing. Professional Development
• Evidence of management experience / training.
• Post registration qualification or experience in the specialty.
• NMC recognised teaching and assessing qualification.

Desirable

• First level degree.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Evidence of being up to date with current NHS / professional issues.
• Experience and knowledge within the speciality or related field.
• Clinical credible.
• Evidence of teaching and development skills.
• Evidence of managing Change Organisation skills, Leadership skills and ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Awareness of health and safety issues and management of them.
• Able to prioritise.
• Fully aware of principles of infection control.
• Able to produce written reports and articulate concerns regarding patient care / safety issues.
• Fully aware of the principles of clinical governance and the application of clinical governance.
• Computer literate as appropriate to the post.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• NMC Code.
• Knowledge of person centred care.
• Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights.
• To ensure actions contribute to quality.
• Knowledge of the ageing process and related mental and physical health problems.
• Knowledge of clinical governance and a commitment to clinical supervision.
• Knowledge of the individuals responsibility towards health and safety.

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

REDDITCH

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.worcsacute.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

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse.
• Family Planning Certificate/ FSRH Diploma.
• STIF course/equivalent or prepared undertake.
• Venepuncture.
• Mentorship or equivalent. Non-medical prescriber or be prepared to undertake

Desirable

• Teaching/Assessing Module or equivalent.
• CSW smear takers course or be prepared to undertake.
• Implant training or working towards.

Experience

Essential

• Specialist working knowledge and relevant practical experience in Integrated Sexual & Reproductive Health [ISRH].
• Relevant experience in relevant clinical area i.e. contraception, sexual & reproductive health.
• Ability to produce written and verbal reports pertinent to the post, i.e. individual patient departmental documentation.

Desirable

• Experience of audit/ recording in relation to patient quality data.
• Evidence of showing development of leadership skills required for sphere of responsibility, i.e. organisational, interpersonal operational skills.
• Evidence of multi-disciplinary working.

Abilities

Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Has the ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding to others.
• Able to work autonomously including managing own workload and delegating where appropriate.
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate good time management.

Desirable

• Welsh Language Speaking & Listening Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)

Values

Essential

• Enthusiastic/ Motivated / good time keeping
• Ability to work under pressure
• Reliable and flexible to meet service needs

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area in a timely manner.
• Able to work hours flexibly.
• Amenable to Service Changes.

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Bridgend Health and Wellbeing Centre

Angel Road

Bridgend

CF31 4AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

HMP Fosse Way opened in May 2023. Its state of the art design and facilities offer a secure environment to provide skills and qualifications to the men, enabling them to secure meaningful employment on release with the aim of reducing reoffending rates

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £29,723 per annum

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Person Specification

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Experience

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Additional Criteria

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

1 Tigers Road

Glen Parva

Wigston

LE18 4WS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Bullingdon - a Category B male remand and resettlement prison near Bicester.

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Additional Criteria

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Patrick Haugh Rd

Bicester

Oxfordshire

OX25 1PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant (Bank) to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Lewes a category B/C Prison located in Sussex.

Hours

Monday -Thursday 7:30 - 17:30 (30 minutes break)

Friday 7:30- 17:00 (30 minutes break)

BH and weekend 8:00 - 17:00 (30 minutes break)

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

1 Brighton Rd

Lewes

East Sussex

BN7 1EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Winchester a category B Prison located in Winchester

Hours

Up to £29,723 per annum (Full time equivalent)

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Romsey Rd

Winchester

Hampshire

SO22 5DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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

Essential Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent L2 in English, Math and IT
• NVQ/QCF L3 Qualification or equivalent demonstrable skills to academic level
• Advanced keyboard skills to support Transcribing and minute taking or equivalent ECDL, RSA 11
• Awareness of policies and procedures dealing with confidential data, both personal and organisational

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of using hospital administration systems, for example, Welsh clinical portal, Signal or similar

Essential Experience

Essential

• Experience of accurate data entry and using databases/spreadsheets to produce routine reports
• Experience of working in an administrative role handling confidential/sensitive information

Essential Aptitude and abilities

Essential

• Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
• Good organisation, prioritisation and time management skills ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
• Proven ability in the use of software tools utilised in information management, e.g. Microsoft Office suite, for the production of reports
• Ability to work within a team and take direction from senior team member
• Ability to problem solve and fact find
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to manage their own workload effectively

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Morriston Hospital

Heol Maes Eglwys

Swansea

SA6 6NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for aRegistered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Youll be working42hours a weekatCygnet Newham House. This is our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI).

The hospital provides a safe and secure place to aid recovery alongside offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntingtons Disease, a placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.

The hospital is a modern, purpose-built facility, designed specifically to provide a clinically-led evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge as a result of their ABI.

Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment to engage the women in our care and offer them the opportunity to maximise their independence.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Your day-to-day

• Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
• Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
• Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
• Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives & other healthcare professionals
• Administer medicines within 46healthcare procedure & Healthcare Commission guidelines

Why Cygnet? Well offer you£21.43 per/hour (£46,803.12 per annum)

• NHS & employee discount scheme
• 50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
• Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
• Free parking
• Bespoke career pathways
• Plus much more

You

An experienced RMN/RNLD with a current Pin Number, youll have

Essential:

• The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
• A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
• A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
• Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence

Desirable:

• The ability to deputise in a clinical lead role
• An interest in leadership, research & assessment

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Middlesbrough

TS8 9DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Us

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

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

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

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

About the role and teamThe Safeguarding Adults Team operates across Oxfordshire and is responsible for triaging all safeguarding concerns received by Adult Social Care. The team also has responsibility for undertaking safeguarding enquiries where the concerns relate to care providers, ensuring that risks are appropriately assessed and addressed in line with statutory safeguarding duties.

We are looking for candidates with a genuine passion for working with people.You will use a strength-based approach to create opportunities and build resilience so that people live their lives as independently as possible. We work with a wide range of individuals and the ability to adapt and adjust your approach will be a key skill.

You will receive supervision, support and training opportunities to ensure you have the skills required. We actively encourage opportunities to enhance your skills so opportunities for job swaps, rotation or secondments are available and we will create and review a personal development plan with you.You should have the ability to travel to and access a variety of premises across Oxfordshire. The teams work across the County and staff are expected to work agilely utilising offices bases and working from home.

Would you like to know more?For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Aaron Hedderly ([email protected])

About you

You are

• Driven to do things differently to find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person.
• Willing to take responsibility, you are a self-leader with the ambition to lead your community in different areas of adult social care.
• Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds.
• Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do, and with your strong communication skills you work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome.
• Always learning, with an excellent working knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance, you have natural entrepreneurial qualities.
• Passionate about following the professional standards of RCOT and HCPC.

Our Rewards and Benefits

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

Learn more here: Our benefits | Jobs (oxfordshire.gov.uk)

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Aaron Hedderly, Team Manager:[email protected]

Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If this is applicable to you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel.Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and InclusionAt Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview SchemesAs a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.Our commitment to: SafeguardingOxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.Our commitment to: Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Abingdon CSS or Samuelson House

OX14 3GD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The day to day duties will include:

• Service delivery
  • To receive, sort, unpack, label and process specimens in the laboratory.
  • To assist in the provision and organisation of safe, timely, high quality and economical CL2 and CL3 microbiological, serological, and molecular laboratory duties, guided by standard operating procedures (SOPs) within GBRU
  • To undertake DNA-based detection and typing for a range of pathogens with assays and techniques such as real-time polymerase chain reaction and whole genome sequencing (WGS)
  • To analyse and validate clinical and reference-based results, support the senior scientists in dealing with laboratory queries and maintain professional registration.
  • Assist in providing a flexible laboratory response to emergency public health needs including investigation of incidents, of deliberate release of pathogenic organisms and to general investigations of illness as appropriate.
  • Assist with evaluation and implementation of new techniques / methods to the unit that enhance effectiveness of the laboratory work.
  • Writing and updating SOPs and controlled documentation.
  • To provide technical support to GBRU Reference Services as appropriate including adjusting day-to-day work priorities to meet changing demands or emergency requirements.
  • Writing and updating SOPs and controlled documentation.
  • Assist senior staff in the management of supporting staff across GBRU and deputise for the HEO when required.

• Health and SafetyIn collaboration with the GBRU Safety Officer and complying with UKHSA safety policies and procedures to:
  • Ensure that health, safety and welfare is an afforded priority over other issues and to demonstrate a commitment to health, safety and welfare regarding self, all staff and visitors in the unit
  • Assist in maintaining a safe working environment within the unit ensuring risk assessments and COSHH are carried out as and when required and safety policy is adhered to
  • Report all accidents and incidents or near misses, dangerous situations or shortcomings in health and safety training instructions and assist in taking remedial action
  • Participate in the internal and external safety audits as required and implement any arising corrective actions
  • Your attention is drawn to the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974 which requires you to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work; and co-operate with the UKHSA on any matters of health and safety.

• Information Technology
  • Entry of results into LIMS system and liaison with senior staff in sending laboratory reports.
  • Answering telephone queries.
• Quality
  • Maintain a high standard of work and contribute to developing the service of the laboratory so that service delivery is safe effective and economical and follows best practice according to ISO15189 and 17025 standards.
• Staff Management and Training
  • Train and supervise other staff, visitors and students.Support Services & Equipment
  • Oversee the service and maintenance of equipment
  • Ensure performance checks on equipment are performed and to take appropriate corrective action if equipment fails to meet specification.
• Strategy, Policy and Service Development
  • Contribute to GBRU strategic policies and encourage innovations and develop practices that enhance the effectiveness of the sections work

This is not an exhaustive list.

Essential criteria

• BSc in Microbiology or relevant biological science or equivalent level of qualification and experience
• Experience and knowledge of working in a microbiology laboratory at containment level 2
• Good experience and knowledge of multiple laboratory techniques including phenotypic and molecular methods
• Good understanding of quality assurance principles and procedures
• Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Use of micropipettes, sub-culturing organisms - good manual dexterity - work by paying attention to detail
• Able to work without supervision - ability to prioritise work in a timely manner - good organisational skills

Desirable criteria

• HCPC registration
• Experience and knowledge of working in a microbiology laboratory at containment level 3
• Experience of writing SOPs
• Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend an appropriate course of action to address the issues
• Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis

Selection process

This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your behaviours and experience.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe listed7essentialcriteria,and this will be in the form of:

• an application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
• a 1000wordsupporting statement.

This should outline how you consider your skills,experienceandknowledgeprovide 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 than1000words. We will not consider any words over1000words.

Longlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

• Meets all essential criteria
• Meets some essential criteria
• Meets no essential criteria

Only those meeting all essential criteria will be taken through to shortlisting.Shortlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on:

• BSc in Microbiology or relevant biological science or equivalent level of qualification and experience
• Experience and knowledge of working in a microbiology laboratory at containment level 2

Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications / large amount of successful candidates.

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

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: Interview

You will be invited to a face to face interview in Colindale, London.

Behaviours and experience will be tested at interview.

The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be:

• Working together (Lead behaviour)
• Making effective decisions
• Managing a quality service

Interviews will be held week commencing 12th October 2026. Please note, these dates are subject to change.

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 lab based in Colindale, London. Please note that hybrid working is not available with this role.

Eligibility criteria

Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants).

Security clearance level requirement

Part 1

Successful candidates must pass a basic Disclosure and Barring Security (DBS) check before they can be appointed.

Part 2

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorism Check clearance.

For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out, individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years to obtain Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting at this higher level and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder / Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

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.

Person Specification

Application form and supporting statement

Essential

• Application form and supporting statement

Behaviours

Essential

• Working together
• Making effective decisions
• Managing a quality service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Colindale, London

NW9 5EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

NHS experience and training in safety, health and catering or cleaning tasks.

Experience of working in a similar role (cleaning or catering).

Experience of working in the NHS.

Knowledge of the National Standards of Cleanliness and NHS Colour Coding.

Experience of dealing with people.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Able to function as a member of a team and support the management objectives of the department and Trust.
• Able to deal with requests from service users, managers and staff in a friendly and helpful way.
• Flexible.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Able to carry out manual tasks

Desirable

• Able to maintain accurate records

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience and training in safety, health and catering or cleaning tasks.
• Experience of working in a similar role (cleaning or catering).
• Experience of working in the NHS.
• Experience of dealing with people.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the National Standards of Cleanliness and NHS Colour Coding.
• Experience of working in a multi-skilled environment

Qualifications

Essential

• CIEH Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene, or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maghull Health Park

Maghull

L31 1HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information, please refer to the detailed Job Description & Person Specification:

Financial Monitoring and Control Along with the management accountant, to manage and oversee the provision of financial management information, analysis and advice. To ensure the budgets for the Divisions/Directorates reflect the plans agreed by Management Executive and the Trust Board. To provide financial support to the Directors in respect of the monthly performance reviews.

Finance Department To ensure the appropriate arrangements for financial control and the safeguarding of Trust Assets are in place within the Division. To ensure best practice with regard to local working practices is shared and implement department wide policy improvements. To ensure non-finance staff receive adequate training to fulfil their duties as budget holders.

Business Planning and Budgeting To assist the Director in the preparation a 35-year financial plan. To help identify and quantify cost pressures and service developments and where necessary, to assess the impact of changes in the delivery of clinical services. To ensure that, where appropriate, ward and departmental budgets reflect agreed workforce plans, commissioned NHS activity and planned Private Patient activity

Systems Development To contribute to the further development of budgeting systems and the application of appropriate budgeting and management accounting techniques. To contribute to improving the effectiveness of the accounting systems, working closely with the Financial Reporting team.

Personal and Managerial To help develop and maintain professional standards within the Finance Department and to actively seek and encourage feedback from users of financial services to enable continuous improvement plans to be implemented. To recruit, manage, motivate and train the junior staff who provide financial advice to budget holders and managers.

Other To take responsibility for corporate financial issues and Trust wide projects as required. To act as finance representative on Trust wide committees and working parties as required. Any other duties, commensurate with the grade and nature of this post.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Have completed a CCAB recognised accountancy qualification or in exceptional circumstances demonstrating significant progress towards the completion of such a qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial relevant experience

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate sound analytical skills with the ability to deal effectively with large quantities of complex data, both financial and non-financial.
• Able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of NHS finance and key performance targets for the Trust.
• Knowledge of and competence in the use of spreadsheets
• Understanding of the function of the spreadsheet and ability to develop models is essential. Advanced spreadsheet skills to macro level will cover this.
• Ability to use word packages to produce letters and reports
• Understand and be able to apply the concepts and techniques for budgeting, financial planning, costing, pricing and financial reporting
• Understand and be able to explain or investigate income and expenditure accounts, balance sheet and cash flow statements

Desirable

• Able to make effective contributions to the decision-making process within the Division/Directorate and more widely for the Trust.
• Able to provide budget holders and other Senior Managers with management reports and analysis in a manner which aids effective control and decision making.
• Able to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust and to approach issues with a broad and commercial view.

Personal and Managerial

Essential

• Able to plan and co-ordinate the work of their team and of other departments inside and outside of Finance to meet deadlines.
• Experience of negotiating and agreeing deadlines and standards and quality of work with other departments
• Able to work on a number of projects simultaneously to meet agreed deadlines, concentrating and focusing on a range of issues in particular during the monthly reporting and business planning cycle whilst coordinating the workload of others.
• Previous staff management experience and/or able to demonstrate an understanding of good personnel practice and its application.
• Excellent verbal and written and communication and presentation skills
• Able to establish credibility and liaise effectively with senior managerial and clinical staff.
• Confident and assertive, but diplomatic

Desirable

• Able to adapt readily and respond constructively to change and to work effectively in a variety of situations with groups or individuals.
• Able to receive, to understand and to convey information and ideas effectively, both orally and in writing, to a range of different audiences
• Able to persuade others at all levels, including Executive Directors and clinicians, of a particular course of action or viewpoint, whilst respecting their point of view.
• Contributes to effective teamworking within the Finance department and other senior teams in the Trust
• Regularly reviews policies and procedures and recommends and/or implements improvements to them.
• Contributes to the development of quality management systems.
• Acts as representative of the department in external meetings.
• Promotes the Finance Department within the organisation.
• Able to operate independently
• Able to manage and motivate junior members of staff

Other Requirements

Essential

• Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role

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 Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

Chelsea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About UsOxfordshire Employment An Award-Winning Organisation Making a Difference!Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in your career?Oxfordshire Employment, an award-winning organisation, is expanding thanks to new government funding initiatives. We are proud to have received a "good" score in the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF), reflecting our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

At Oxfordshire Employment, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and or long-term health barriers to find and maintain meaningful employment. Our expansion allows us to extend our reach and support even more people in achieving their career goals.

Why Join Us?Award-Winning Excellence:Be part of a team recognised for breaking down barriers to employment and making a real difference in people's lives.

High SEQF Score:Our good rating under the SEQF highlights our dedication to providing high-quality supported employment services.

Growth and Opportunities:With new government funding, we are expanding our services, creating more opportunities for both our customers and our team.

Inclusive and Supportive Environment:Work in a dynamic and inclusive environment where your skills and contributions are valued.

Professional Development:Benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your career.About the RoleAs an Employment Advisor, you will hold a caseload of customers seeking employment. Your role involves seeking potential employment opportunities for customers by working closely with the individual, employers, prime contractors, and statutory bodies. From initial in person meetings, you will review applicants' abilities, needs, and wishes regarding employment and respond accordingly, linking customers to employment, training, and development opportunities.

You will provide advice on achieving employment to customers, their circle of support, and other organisations, and signpost individuals to other sources of advice where appropriate. Identifying specific needs and risks, you will create and maintain risk assessments with the individual to ensure safety in the workplace. Where required, you will train and support customers in getting to a placement and provide on-the-job support.

Your responsibilities also include creating and maintaining records and processes in line with organisational and contract requirements, using both online databases and hard copy record systems. You will deliver job-related outcomes in line with individual and team performance targets and provide guidance to Employment Support Workers in the delivery of their duties.About youWe are seeking passionate and dedicated candidates who are eager to make a positive impact. Whether you have experience working with people with disabilities or possess valuable transferable skills, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to support individuals in overcoming barriers and achieving their employment goals

Are you passionate about supporting people, enjoy being in the company of others, and can communicate confidently and effectively at all levels? If so, this may be the perfect role for you!While the EA role is quite specialised, personality is key. If you have the ambition to succeed, the drive to see things through, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our customers.

As an Employment Advisor, you will build strong professional relationships with a diverse range of customers stakeholders, employers, colleagues and educational institutions. This is a highly customer-facing role, requiring regular face-to-face meetings with customers, employers and partner organisations across Oxfordshire on a daily and weekly basis. Successful candidates must be able to travel throughout the county to deliver support and attend meetings in various locations. While there is flexibility to undertake administrative tasks from home or an office base, the primary focus of the role is the delivery of in-person employment support. We are looking for someone dynamic, with a can-do attitude, who is eager to make a positive impact.Customers, we want to hear from you. Experience working with people with disabilities and or long-term health conditions in employment is ideal, but we also value transferable skills that could make you a great fit for this role.

If you are ready to be part of an organisation that values excellence, inclusivity, and making a difference, apply now to join Oxfordshire Employment

Rewards and Benefits

• Culture of flexible working
• Technology to support agile working where role permits.
• 30 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays. Option to buy additional holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employers contribution of up to 19.9%
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.

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

Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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

Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview Schemes

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

Our commitment to:Safeguarding

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

Our commitment to:Flexible Working

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

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Oxfordshire

OX2 0BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory Lakeside View

Salary £55,000

Full-time role of 37.5 hours per week

Priory Lakeside View has an opportunity for a Director of Clinical Services who is registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, to join our team.

Priory Lakeside View, Willenhall, West Midlands is a specialist inpatient service supporting adults with acute mental health needs within a safe, therapeutic environment. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes serving Noose Lane and Wolverhampton railway station approximately 34 miles from the service

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council
• A recognised post-registration qualification together with full membership/accreditation of a relevant professional institution and evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Experience of working within an Acute 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.

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

Priory Healthcare

Address

Priory Lakeside View

1 Ivydene Way, Off Noose Lane

Willenhall

West Midlands

WV13 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs in English & Maths grade C/4 or functional skills equivalent
• NVQ 3 or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal South Hants Hospital

Graham Road

Southampton

Hampshire

SO14 0YG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate

effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, relatives and external stakeholders.

Ability to present complex clinical, governance and performance information in a clear

and meaningful way to a range of audiences.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across

departments and professional groups.

Confident in leading meetings, delivering presentations, facilitating training sessions

and chairing governance discussions.

Skilled in managing difficult conversations, providing constructive feedback and

supporting conflict resolution in a professional manner.

Demonstrates emotional intelligence, empathy and professionalism when dealing with

staff wellbeing, patient concerns and service issues.

Ability to influence and negotiate effectively to achieve service improvements and

organisational objectives.

Promotes a culture of civility, inclusion, psychological safety and collaborative working.

Able to motivate, coach and develop staff to achieve high standards of performance

and patient care.

Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates professionalism when handling sensitive

information.

Highly organised with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work effectively

under pressure.

Demonstrates resilience, adaptability and sound judgement within a complex and

rapidly changing clinical environment

Ability to communicate governance, patient safety, educational and equipment-related requirements in a way that supports engagement and compliance . Establishes credibility and trust through visible leadership, integrity and consistent professional behaviour. Effective networking and partnership-working skills, enabling collaboration across the Trust and with external organisations. Professional Knowledge and Expertise Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with current professional registration. Extensive experience of clinical leadership and management within a clinical setting. Comprehensive knowledge of governance, clinical risk management and patient safety processes. Detailed understanding of incident reporting, investigation, and the implementation of learning from incidents. Sound knowledge of national clinical standards, regulatory requirements and healthcare legislation. Experience of leading quality improvement programmes, clinical audit and service development projects. In-depth knowledge of medical device management, equipment safety, maintenance requirements and asset management processes. Experience of developing business cases and managing equipment replacement programmes and capital bids. Knowledge of infection prevention and control, health and safety legislation, and safe systems of work. Experience of developing, implementing and reviewing policies, standard operating procedures and clinical guidelines. Understanding of workforce planning, establishment management, performance management and staff wellbeing initiatives. Experience of managing change and supporting service transformation within a complex healthcare environment. Knowledge of educational principles, competency-based assessment and workforce development strategies. Experience of delivering training, competency assessments, mentorship and clinical education programmes. Ability to analyse and interpret quality, safety and performance data to support decision-making and service improvements. Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to maintaining specialist knowledge. Leadership, management, teaching or quality improvement qualification, or equivalent experience. Competence in the use of electronic patient records, incident reporting systems, audit databases and Microsoft Office applications.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Analyse complex clinical, operational and governance information to identify risks, trends and opportunities for improvement within theatre services. Investigate incidents, complaints, equipment failures and near misses, determining root causes and implementing appropriate corrective and preventative actions. Use professional judgement to escalate patient safety concerns and operational risks in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Interpret audit findings, quality metrics and performance data to identify areas requiring intervention and service improvement. Assess the impact of equipment failures, defects or shortages on service delivery and implement appropriate contingency plans to maintain patient safety and operational continuity. Evaluate and prioritise competing operational demands, balancing patient needs, staffing levels, theatre utilisation and organisational priorities. Lead complex investigations and contribute to formal reports, action plans and recommendations arising from incidents, complaints and governance reviews. Analyse workforce, training and competency data to identify gaps and develop solutions to mitigate risks and improve performance. Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and clinical teams on governance, education, risk management and equipment-related issues. Support decision-making relating to procurement, replacement and standardisation of theatre equipment, considering clinical need, risk, compliance and financial implications. Assess compliance with national standards, legislation and Trust policies, identifying where remedial action is required. Make autonomous decisions within agreed professional and organisational boundaries, seeking senior support where necessary for highly complex or contentious issues. Anticipate emerging risks and develop proactive solutions to prevent adverse impacts on patient safety, quality of care and service delivery. Contribute to business planning and service development by evaluating evidence, benchmarking information and best practice guidance. Facilitate multidisciplinary discussions to resolve complex clinical, operational and organisational challenges, ensuring decisions are evidence-based and patient-centred. Respond effectively to unexpected situations, service pressures and operational disruptions, using sound judgement to maintain safe and effective patient care. Practical and technical skills Plan, coordinate and monitor governance, education and equipment work programmes across theatre services to ensure delivery of departmental and organisational objectives. Develop and maintain annual governance, audit, training and equipment replacement plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory and Trust requirements.

Coordinate clinical audits, accreditation activities, quality improvement projects and action plans, ensuring deadlines are achieved and outcomes are embedded into practice. Organise and facilitate governance, patient safety, education and equipment meetings, ensuring actions are monitored and completed. Lead the planning and coordination of staff training, competency assessments, induction programmes and mandatory training schedules. Work collaboratively with Theatre Managers, Matrons, Practice Development Teams and multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure workforce development plans meet service requirements. Coordinate the management of medical devices and equipment, including procurement, maintenance schedules, replacement programmes and asset register compliance. Plan equipment replacement and capital investment programmes, balancing clinical priorities, risk assessments and available financial resources. Support operational planning for theatre services, ensuring governance, education and equipment requirements are incorporated into service delivery plans. Prioritise and manage multiple competing demands, adapting plans in response to changing clinical priorities, incidents, staffing pressures and service developments. Contribute to business planning, service redesign and strategic development initiatives within theatres and perioperative services. Develop project plans and implementation schedules for service improvement initiatives, ensuring engagement from key stakeholders. Coordinate responses to external inspections, accreditation visits, audits and regulatory reviews, ensuring evidence and action plans are prepared and delivered. Monitor progress against departmental objectives, key performance indicators and quality metrics, taking action where improvements are required. Ensure effective communication and coordination across clinical and non-clinical teams to support safe, efficient and effective theatre services. Anticipate future workforce, educational and equipment requirements and develop plans to support service sustainability and growth. Maintain professional clinical competence and provide direct clinical support within the theatre environment as required to ensure safe and effective patient care. Act as a visible clinical leader and role model, promoting high standards of perioperative practice and patient-centred care. Support the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based care throughout the patient's perioperative journey. Monitor standards of patient care through audit, governance processes, incident reviews and patient feedback, ensuring learning is implemented to improve outcomes. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive high-quality, coordinated and seamless care. Contribute to the investigation and management of patient safety incidents, complaints and concerns, ensuring that appropriate actions are taken to improve care and reduce risk.

Person Specification

skills and experience

Essential

• Thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within speciality area

Desirable

• Undertaken nursing research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Paul O'Gorman Building

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Degree in a finance or business discipline, or equivalent experience.
• - GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths, grades A-C.
• - Evidence of further professional development gained through extensive on-the-job experience and specialist NHSI training courses, or equivalent postgraduate-level learning.

Experience

Essential

• - In-depth knowledge of regulations, guidance and legislation relating to overseas patients.
• - Staff management or supervisory experience.
• - Experience applying regulations, legislation and guidance to real-life situations and determining the correct course of action.
• - Complex problem-solving experience.
• - Experience dealing with members of the public in contentious situations.
• - Extensive debt collection experience.
• - IT literate, with in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

Desirable

• - Experience using hospital administration systems.
• - Experience working within an overseas or private patient team.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• - Well-developed leadership and coaching skills.
• - Ability to manage, motivate and develop a team.
• - Ability to communicate complex information to senior managers and clinicians to initiate change.
• - Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• - Excellent organisation and coordination skills.
• - Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to empathise with vulnerable or distressed patients and families.
• - Highly numerate.
• - Occasional travel between Trust sites is required; own transport is not necessary.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Effectively lead management and stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies for products and services within allocated division, and ensure delivery of established savings targets within the portfolio.

Collaborate with other government agencies and NHS Trusts in identifying and establishing joint procurement initiatives that will deliver enhanced value for money.

Please refer to the attach job description

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent qualification in a commercial based subject
• Registered full membership of the chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent experience or working towards the qualification
• Project management (Prince 2 Practitioner).
• Knowledge of Public procurement processes and regulations
• Knowledge of contract law
• Knowledge of purchase to pay systems and other e-procurement tools.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing Professional development
• Knowledge of the Carter Report in to efficiencies within the NHS

Experience

Essential

• Worked within a procurement environment
• Developed procurements that comply with EU Procurement law
• Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment
• Managing complex procurement projects including business case, options appraisal, tender documentation, tender evaluation and contract award processes
• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures
• Experience of managing risks and reporting
• Supplier Relationship Management, including supplier performance, continuous improvement and management of supplier expectations
• Customer Relationship Management, support to internal clients and delivery of agreed outcomes
• Experience of consistently delivering savings and benefits targets
• Demonstrable Market Analysis to support project decisions business case and options
• Understanding of confidentiality and Data Protection Act
• Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders
• Spend analysis and development of workstreams with identified priorities
• Experience of using e-procurement tools including e-tendering, e-sourcing and reverse auctions
• Experience of creating and managing e-catalogues to facilitate corporate discipline within procurement activity
• Experience of interacting with senior executives, providing advice and guidance on procurement issues

Skills

Essential

• People management skills, able to resolve issues in a positive and productive manner
• Excellent negotiation skills, ability to deliver commercial advantage for the Trust, and resolve contractual disputes in an advantageous manner
• Excellent Commercial awareness, able to spot opportunities and ensure these are exploited to the benefit of the Trust
• Excellent IT skills able to use Microsoft office products to a good standard
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to engage at all levels within the Trust
• Ability to use some informed persuasion to influence others
• Ability to identify risks, anticipate issues, create some solutions to projects and service delivery
• Excellent time management skills able to identify priorities and ability to delegate effectively
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Excellent knowledge of contract law and ability to influence contract documentation to minimize risk for the Trust
• Knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations and experience of managing procurement projects within closely defined processes
• Interpreting national policy for implementation
• Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills

Personal and people development

Essential

• Positive and enthusiastic approach
• Inclusive Team focused supportive approach
• Desire to learn, seeks continuous improvement

Desirable

• Leads by example and inspires others to achieve

Communication

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication Skills , able to engage at all levels within the Trust
• Ability to use visual communication tools such as Microsoft Office Applications

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

Supplies Dept (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

Carry out required vehicle and equipment checks.

Be prepared to work flexibly to ensure patients are moved in a timely, safe and dignified manner

Work within Contract Specific Quality Standards and ensure a high level of customer care (These standards vary from contract to contract and will be available at your base)

Ensure effective communication with the Control Centre, by telephone or electronic means

Transfer patients using equipment and skills specific to individual needs

Provide effective care to patients, appropriate to their requirements using available equipment.

Transport patients safely and considerately this will include pre-planned and ad-hoc journeys.

Ensure patients have a safe, smooth journey, complying with all relevant traffic legislation and driving with consideration for other road users.

Maintain full and accurate records and reports, including Patient Transport Records, Accident Reports, and Incident Reports etc. These may be both paper and electronic.

Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept in states of cleanliness and readiness.

Undertake required training to maintain acceptable standards and quality of care.

Maintain a current valid driving licence.

Adhere to corporate Instructions and Policies, Operational Instructions, Clinical Protocols, Quality Procedures and other verbal or written instructions.

Perform other tasks in keeping with the post as required by supervisory staff and managers.

The above are the core duties and responsibilities. There may be other duties that are required for individual contracts. These will be explained at interview

Person Specification

Base Location

Desirable

• Please state in words the location(s) you wish to be considered for (Wolverhampton, Gravelly or Sandwell)

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of Education minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above to include English or be willing to undertake a level 2 qualification whilst in post within the first 12 months of the role
• Must be willing to undertake any training as required by the Trust.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a public service or customer care environment.
• Experience of driving a variety of vehicles
• Lifting & Handling (manual handling) experience

Visa Status

Essential

• Must be able to work in the UK without the need for a Visa or Sponsorship

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills both verbally & in writing
• Full UK manual driving licence showing no more than 3 penalty points

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

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sandwell PTS

Kelvin Way

West Bromwich

B70 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wmas.nhs.uk/careers-staff-room/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Senior Staff Nurse Band 6

Responsible To: Integrated Nursing Service Lead

Accountable To: Director of Clinical Services

Pay Scale: Agenda for Change

Unsocial hours payment payable dependant on shift pattern

Hours of work: Full time / part time considered. Flexible working.

Internal rotation between day and night shifts (11.5 hour shifts).

Job summary

To work as part of the Integrated Care Team providing symptom management, palliative and end-of-life care, as well as planned and emergency short breaks at the hospice, home and support BCYP in hospitals. The postholder will take on a lead role to support work required to ensure high standards of care are delivered and maintained. The post holder will be required to work a variety of shifts as the hospice provides care services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical

1. To support the team with the implementation of high-quality services including delivering direct care to babies, children, young people and their families, embedding effective and supportive leadership.

1. To co-ordinate the shift/ caseload work, ensuring safe, effective and responsive delivery of individualised care.

1. To provide high quality nursing care for children and young people who have palliative care needs in the hospice and community as required as part of a child led integrated service.

1. To contribute to the care plans and assessments required to ensure the child/young person receives safe and effective care.

1. To be fully conversant with and contribute to all clinical guidelines, policies and procedures of Haven House.

1. To communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to service users, care staff and other members of the team.

1. To work with the education team and further support junior colleagues with accountability for health care support workers.

1. To ensure that safeguarding is embedded in practice and concerns are escalated at the earliest opportunity to the safeguarding lead.

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1. To effectively use the electronic patient record system to ensure accurate and timely data is entered.

1. To demonstrate a professional approach to work and act in accordance the NMC code.

1. To be available to partake in line management of junior staff working towards effective development, wellbeing and progression for each team member.

1. To be part of the senior nurse on call team; rotating to covering on call duties for both planned, unplanned and end of life care.

1. To contribute to the evaluation the service as required ensuring that children, young people and familys views are represented.

2. To work closely in collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams, such as allied health professionals or external stakeholders like schools and social care teams.

3. To be aware of allocated resources and ensure effective time management in own role.

4. To promote good relationships and good working practice across teams.

Clinical Governance

1. To participate in audit, service user feedback collection and research as required.

2. Responsibility in monitoring and maintaining compliance with CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards.

3. To report all clinical and non-clinical incidents and accidents and engage in incident reviews as a learning opportunity in order to improve service.

4. To constructively identify issues with care strategy, policies and procedures in the interests of the organisation and users of the service.

Educational

1. To identify own learning needs and ensure professional development is maintained.

1. To engage in Haven House performance and appraisal system.

1. To contribute to overall staff and service development by updating the evidence base for the team re clinical practice.

1. Education and training of parents/carers to meet the health care needs of their child.

1. Education and training of junior staff and students as required.

Other duties

1. To promote and live the Haven House values of Compassionate, Professional, Respectful and Safe.

2. To work with colleagues across the hospice as part of the Haven House One Team approach fostering collaboration across all care disciplines, ensuring integrated, child-centered care.

3. To conduct yourself in line with the Haven House cultures and behaviours at all times, acting as an ambassador for the hospice.

4. To actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to support achieving an Outstanding rating

5. To offer flexible support for the work of the organisation, with a flexible approach to new duties and responsibilities as needed to support our vision, mission and values.

This job description is not a definitive or exhaustive list of responsibilities but identifies the key responsibilities and tasks of the post holder. The specific objectives of the post holder will be subject to review as part of the individual performance process.

Haven House is committed to Equal Opportunities in Employment and therefore it is our aim to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on grounds of gender, disability, religion, race, colour, sexual orientation, and nationality, ethnic or national origins or is placed at a disadvantage by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Haven House is responsible under the existing equality and diversity legislation to ensure equality issues are promoted and you are expected to work with Haven House to fulfil these obligations, policies and codes of good practice.

Employees must take reasonable care and be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and to ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.

Haven House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN Child / Adult / LD

Desirable

• ENB 998/Teaching/Mentoring qualification
• Palliative Care /Symptom Management in Life Limiting Illness or similar module

Skills

Essential

• Ability to teach clinical skills to young people/parents/ care staff
• Ability to advocate for young adults and their families
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team
• Ability to communicate well with CYP and multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to prioritise workload and to be flexible to changing demands.
• IT/Computer literate: able to word process and use basic spreadsheets
• LTV competent
• Flexible and adaptable at work in order to meet competing priorities

Desirable

• ITechnical paediatric nursing skills such as care of enteral feeding tubes, tracheostomies, emergency medication for seizures etc.
• IV competent
• Parenteral Nutrition competent

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge of Mental Health Capacity and Deprivation of Liberty Assessments or willingness to learn these
• Understanding of a range of conditions that affect CYP including life limiting, life threatening, and end of life care needs.
• Understanding of infection control procedures
• Understanding of personal health and safety responsibilities
• Good understanding of the meaning of clinical supervision/mentoring
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding for CYP

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years Post Registration Paediatric Nursing in an acute setting or similar experience working with babies, children and young adults who have complex health care needs
• Experience of a broad range of nursing needs and e.g., complex needs care, technology dependent child/young person, oncology conditions, post operative care
• Experience of working in a constantly changing environment
• Experience of working in a community or hospice setting
• Experience of working with young adults/teenagers who have complex health conditions

Desirable

• Experience of working independently as well as part of a team
• Experience of caring for children/young people who require end of life support

Equality

Essential

• An understanding of equality within the workforce and how it can impact on this post.
• Ability to recognise inequality and take action to prevent and address inequalities for CYP and their families who use our services.

Other

Desirable

• Car driver and a clean driving licence

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

Haven House Children’s Hospice

Address

The White House

Woodford Green

Essex

IG8 9LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Health Care Assistant with Prometheus you will work alongside skilled mental health and clinical professionals to deliver outstanding care in challenging and varied situations.

You will support the safe transfer of patients in our services including PSS, PCC and Section 136 pathways as well as in hospital bedwatch, mental health units and other specialist environments.

This is hands on, people first work that requires empathy, resilience and professionalism.

• You will communicate with patients and partner organisations, handle sensitive information and respond quickly when situations change.
• You will ensure every patient is treated with dignity and respect regardless of circumstance.
• Providing high quality, compassionate care during patient transfers and in care settings
• Supporting qualified nurses in the safe transfer of patients
• Driving Prometheus ambulances when required
• Responding effectively to crises and emergencies
• Completing clear and accurate documentation in line with procedures
• Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children in accordance with policy
• Maintaining vehicles and equipment to required standards
• Leading a team during informal patient transfers when needed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Qualified to NVQ level 2
• Qualified Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• A full UK driving licence (auto and manual) with fewer than 6 penalty points
• The legal right to work in the UK
• A valid Enhanced DBS
• Physically able to carry out patient care duties including physical intervention when necessary

Desirable

• Experience of working on mental health wards or community
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive and positive attitude, able to work well in a team
• Well organised with good time management
• Experience in a compliance focused role
• Commitment to safeguarding best practice
• Prometheus is proud to be an inclusive employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences.

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

Prometheus Safe and Secure

Address

Warrington

WA2 0XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to a minimum of 1st degree level
• CASE accredited qualification in medical ultrasound
• DQASS or FMF accreditation in 1st trimester screening

Desirable

• MSc or MA
• Qualified Radiographer
• Registered Midwife

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate ultrasound experience
• Participated in Audit Process

Desirable

• Leadership experience
• Experience in facilitation, teaching, assessing, and coaching

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

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Receptionist. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointment system i.e. make / cancel / rearrange appointments via the clinical system

Processing of new and temporary registrations, patient discharges and all associated patient information as required ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Scan patient medical records, results and letters as required.

Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately.

Signpost and support patients to the correct services as advised and/or as per pre-determined pathways.

Ensure patient information is always up to date and accurate.

Greet patients and visitors arriving at the reception desk, ensuring they have checked in. As appropriate ensure support is required in these tasks.

Observe patients and visitors in the waiting room and alert an appropriate member of staff to any concerns or issues. This includes any wellbeing and security concerns.

Ensure the waiting and reception areas are kept tidy and that information displayed is up to date. Updating noticeboards with regular health promotions.

Ensure effective communications, regularly updating the Team Leader of any issues.

Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies.

Always ensure confidentiality and professionalism with patients, visitors and colleagues.

Assist in maintaining the safety of staff, patients and visitors.

Always maintain a clean, tidy and effective working area, ensuring compliance with the Surgerys clear desk policy at the end of each working day. This includes wiping down workstation to maintain infection, prevention and control standards.

Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by colleagues.

Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient and timely manner.

Support colleagues throughout the surgery with general tasks as requested and appropriate

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Receptionist may be requested to:

Partake in audit as directed.

Provide cross cover during planned and unplanned absences.

Arrange and take minutes at meetings as required and appropriate.

Raise orders for surgery consumables such as toners, hand towels etc. as instructed and required.

Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota.

Support the OM with regular premises checks such as fire alarm testing and water testing as required.

From time to time, individuals may be asked to take on tasks or projects outside their core responsibilities. We see this as an opportunity for individuals to broaden their skills, collaborate with different teams, and contribute to our shared success. These additional duties will always be reasonable, aligned with the individuals role, and designed to support both professional growth and the needs of the business.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the public
• Experience of carrying out administrative duties to a high standard
• Experience of delivering excellent customer service

Desirable

• Experience of working within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, with GCSE Mathematics & English (Min of Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in job related subjects such as Customer Service or Business Administration.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Total Triage or a similar IT system
• Working knowledge of EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
• Advanced proficiency with healthcare IT systems and software

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to reliably comute to work without reliance upon public transport.

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

Sharnbrook Surgery

Address

Templars Way

Sharnbrook

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK44 1PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• NVQ care level 2/3 or willing to work towards
• Skills to manage challenging situations
• Good organisational skills/decision making

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience working in Health or social care setting
• Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• Experience of working in the community
• Previous experience of rehab of elderly/adults

FINANCE/RESOURCES

Essential

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

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Desirable

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

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
• Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
• Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required.
• Demonstrable ability of using tact and diplomacy
• Ability to work autonomously if required
• Willing to work flexibly and proactively with the team, including weekend and bank holiday working
• Good time management skills

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westhaven Hospital

Radipole Lane

Weymouth

DT4 0QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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