Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the full job description for the role for further details.It is essential that the successful candidate has obstetric experience.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post Grad Certificate or Diploma in medical ultrasound
• Under graduate degree in Radiography, Nursing or Midwifery
• CASE accredited qualification in Obstetric ultrasound
• CASE accredited qualification in General Medical ultrasound
• HCPC or NMC registration

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of supervisory and mentoring skills
• NHS experience
• Previous foetal anomaly, hips and abdominal scanning.
• Nuchal scanning
• Doppler experience and testicular scanning
• Post qualification experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see the attached Job Description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued.

All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team [email protected] to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• RSA III Word Processing, NVQ Level 4 in Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Desirable

• ILM Level 3 or equivalent leadership qualification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a demanding workload.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to supervise and support staff.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Accurate minute taking and report writing skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Experience

Essential

• Significant administrative and secretarial experience.
• Experience of supervising or managing staff.
• Experience of working within a busy office environment.
• Experience of arranging meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Experience of producing reports, statistics and management information.
• Experience of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Experience of dealing with members of the public and a range of stakeholders.
• Experience of working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of administrative and office management processes.
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office applications and electronic systems.
• Knowledge of diary management and meeting coordination.
• Understanding of Information Governance, confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Knowledge of staff supervision and workload management.
• Understanding of health and safety responsibilities within the workplace.

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS services and healthcare environments
• Awareness of mental health services and terminology

Values Based

Desirable

• 1.Tell us about a time when you spotted something small going wrong and did something to stop it becoming a bigger issue
• 2.Tell us about a time when you realised a colleague or someone you know needed a bit of support and you offered to help.
• 3.Tell us about a time when you showed someone kindness or understanding.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clifton House

Bluebeck Drive, Shipton Road, Rawcliffe

York

YO30 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We would welcome applications from clinicians returning to practice. We can provide supervision and CPD opportunities to support you in re-registering as a Speech and Language Therapist. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this. The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist (RCSLT) website also provides further information

Here are just some of the reasons you should join us

• We offer a friendly and supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on CPD through access to specialist clinical support, team away days, sharing good practice and effective team working.
• We offer a preceptorship program and have supported many NQPs to complete their competencies and develop in their roles.
• We value our staff and advocate career progression internally. We encourage our therapists to contribute to service development, and welcome and value new ideas and experiences.
• We have a vibrant Diversity Network and inclusion is high on our agenda and reflected in our approach. We strongly encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply; we want to make sure our staffing is reflective of our communities so please come and chat to us.
• We offer flexible working opportunities including part-time, full-time, and hybrid working.
• We have great access to IT with laptops and mobile phones provided

We provide a Multi-professional preceptorship programme that is aligned to the National Preceptorship Framework for Nursing and have been awarded the Interim quality mark from NHS England. Our programme is provided to all Newly Qualified; Nurses, Nursing Associates, Internationally Educated Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Return to Practice Practitioners. In addition to the programme we also offer all preceptees the opportunity of enrolling and completing the level 7 (Masters) 15 credit validated module Preceptorship for Healthcare (AP7026).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of degree level qualification or equivalent

Desirable

• Valid UK driving licence plus the use of own transport for business purposes

Relevant professional body membership

Essential

• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Licence to practice evidenced by registration with HCPC

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a community clinic or mainstream school setting at Undergraduate or Postgraduate level
• Knowledge of evidence-based approaches working with children with speech, language and communication needs

Desirable

• Experience of providing universal and targeted interventions within the community

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rikenel Health Centre

Montpellier

Gloucester

GL1 1LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Learning Disability Nurse with current NMC Registration
• 2-3 year' post registration Experience

Desirable

• Teaching/Mentorship post registration qualification
• Specialist practitioner: Learning Disability Nurse

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of contemporary health learning disability policy
• Knowledge and skills in the assessment / management of risk
• Demonstrates reflective practice
• Demonstrates continuing professional development
• Knowledge of legal frameworks applicable to the learning-disabled population

Skills

Essential

• Ability to support people who have a learning disability and/or Autism on an individual and group basis.
• Working with individuals who challenge.

Desirable

• Experience of working in community setting
• Experience of managing others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

East Barn

Pathfinders Drive

Lancaster

LA1 4JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To support the provision of an effective and efficient delivery of a 24-hour Main Reception alongside an Outpatient service across the organisation, ensuring that a high quality of customer care and service provision is delivered to all service users.
• Takes responsibility for the timely completion of all outpatient admin services.
• Ensure that hospital visitors and general public are directed correctly thus helping to provide support for patient care.
• Provide an efficient and sensitive reception service to all users applying a high level of customer care skills.
• Make and receive telephone calls to respond to public enquiries
• Ensure that all areas are kept clean and tidy at all times.

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in appropriate subject or equivalent qualification / experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Understanding of confidentiality issues

Desirable

• Previous reception/clerical experience
• Previous customer care experience
• Previous NHS experience
• Awareness of Health and Safety within your environment
• Telephone experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good literacy and numeracy skills which will be assessed as part of the recruitment process
• Ability to communicate with members of the public, all staff and health care providers
• Good organisational Skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• IT skills in windows-based applications which will be assessed as part of the recruitment process

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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

317 Trustwide

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with clinical duties including preparing and sterilising instruments, operating the dental computing system, and processing radiographs.
• Manage patient appointments, dental records and ensure proper documentation of dental prosthetic appliances.
• Adhere to infection control procedures and follow Health and Safety policies.
• Assist in the central sterilisation area as required.
• Ensure compliance with GDC (General Dental Council) standards and current legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Requirements:
• Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• Valid indemnity insurance with a recognized dental defence organization.
• Clinical currency: a minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week over the last 15 months.
• Completion of relevant CPD courses (e.g., medical emergencies, safeguarding, radiography).
• Current certification in emergency and resuscitation procedures.
• Health clearance for Exposure Prone Procedures (tuberculosis, Hepatitis, HIV).
• Certification in Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3.
• Desirable Qualifications:
• Previous Ministry of Defence (MOD) experience.
• Dental Nurse qualification.

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

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN4 4SY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assist Trust management in the provision of effective / efficient Portering Service using all equipment / resources available to the department.
• To provide essential Fire, Rescue Team response to Helipad as required.

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• The post holder should be able to communicate well, have good writing skills and be able to work alone or as part of a team

Knowledge

Desirable

• Use of electrical equipment including driving of tugs and use of hand-barrows
• Knowledge of Trust sites an advantage
• Knowledge of Portering procedures / systems of operation

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in customer service
• Portering / Security experience
• Previous firefighting experience
• Experience in portering tasks including Post sorting

Qualifications

Desirable

• NVQ 2 or similar qualifications (educated to Secondary Modern/Comprehensive School level)
• Full UK 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached JD / Person Spec for more information on the LAS Doctor (ST4-6) based at the Early Intervention Service

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification AND MRCPsych examination; OR a specialist qualification in psychiatry from an EU country that complies with the requirements of EU directive 2005/36/EC

Eligibility

Essential

• Eligibility for full registration with the GMC and a current license to practice at the time of appointment.
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Appropriate knowledge base and capacity to apply sound clinical judgement.
• Capacity to prioritize clinical need.
• Ability in basic skills of history taking examination (mental & physical) & synthesis of findings.
• Basic psychotherapeutic skills

Academic / Research Skills

Essential

• Understanding of the principles of audit, research & clinical risk management
• Evidence of active participation in audit

Commitment To Specialty

Essential

• Interest and realistic insight into psychiatry and mental health
• Self-awareness, capacity for reflective learning and commitment to personal and professional development
• Capacity to organize learning and assessment in a way that prepares for lifelong learning

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Springwell Centre, Barnet

Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, , Barnet

Enfield

EN5 3DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To abide by Trust policies and procedures
• To assist the registered nurses (or other healthcare practitioners) in providing high quality patient care
• To undertake a range of delegated clinical duties
• Maintain patients privacy and dignity at all times and provide care in a compassionate and sensitive manner
• Be an effective part of the multi-disciplinary team contributing to the departmental objectives
• Continue to develop and maintain competencies to maintain high quality safe care
• Post holder will be expected to contribute to housekeeping and other ward / department duties as required, e.g. general tidiness, re-determined stock levels are met and clinical equipment is clean, working and stored correctly
• Assist with admin & clerical duties as required

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent level qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 3-1 (or D-G or Level 1 Functional/Key Skills)

Desirable

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 9-4 (or A*-C or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Understanding of confidentiality
• Experience of caring in a health care setting

Desirable

• An understanding of working in the NHS

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Ability to work effectively under direct supervision, as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers
• Ability to meet basic care needs of patients, washing, dressing and assistance with feeding etc

Desirable

• Venepuncture skills
• Competent in physical skills e.g. recording ECGs, recording blood glucose etc

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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We require you to bring your qualification certificates, photographic identification and provide a portfolio of evidence of your skills and experience on the day of your interview. Your portfolio should include certificates for training carried out in your place of work, documentation of your skills and competencies which have been signed by your manager or supervisor. An overview or reflection of your experience working in a healthcare setting. Please ensure you meet the essential requirements in the job description and ensure you refer to this in your application.

Essential Requirements

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 3-1 (or D-G or Level 1 Functional/Key Skills) please ensure you document this in your application in the qualification section, you will need to bring your certificates on the interview day.

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent direct care experience in a recognised healthcare environment, please ensure you document your qualifications and your experience in your application, you will need to bring your certificates on the interview day and evidence your experience through your portfolio.

Please note you will need to provide your qualifications/portfolio of evidence of your skills and experience on the day of your interview.

• Experience of caring in a health care setting
• Ability to meet basic care needs of patients, washing, dressing and assistance with feeding etc.
• Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers.
• Ability to work effectively under direct supervision, as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Understanding of confidentiality.
• Alignment to trust values and core behaviours.
• Must be flexible to meet the needs of the service and be able to work a full variety of shifts including days and nights.
• Basic IT skills

All successful candidates will be given support before working in the clinical area, by taking part in our mandatory Healthcare Academy programme, if you are new to the Trust.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a face to face interview on Tuesday 13 October 2026 at Regent Point, Gosforth.

You will be required to provide photographic identification on the day of interview.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent level qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 3-1 (or D-G or Level 1 Functional/Key Skills)

Desirable

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 9-4 (or A*-C or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Understanding of confidentiality
• Experience of caring in a health care setting

Desirable

• An understanding of working in the NHS

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Ability to work effectively under direct supervision, as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers
• Ability to meet basic care needs of patients, washing, dressing and assistance with feeding etc

Desirable

• Venepuncture skills
• Competent in physical skills e.g. recording ECGs, recording blood glucose etc

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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

317 Trustwide

NE7 7DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with clinical duties including preparing and sterilising instruments, operating the dental computing system, and processing radiographs.
• Manage patient appointments, dental records and ensure proper documentation of dental prosthetic appliances.
• Adhere to infection control procedures and follow Health and Safety policies.
• Assist in the central sterilisation area as required.
• Ensure compliance with GDC (General Dental Council) standards and current legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Requirements:
• Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• Valid indemnity insurance with a recognized dental defence organization.
• Clinical currency: a minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week over the last 15 months.
• Completion of relevant CPD courses (e.g., medical emergencies, safeguarding, radiography).
• Current certification in emergency and resuscitation procedures.
• Health clearance for Exposure Prone Procedures (tuberculosis, Hepatitis, HIV).
• Certification in Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3.
• Desirable Qualifications:
• Previous Ministry of Defence (MOD) experience.
• Dental Nurse qualification.

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

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN5 9NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be a communicative team player, with experience in wound care and management of the diabetic foot. You will have opportunity to develop Musculoskeletal podiatry knowledge and put this into practice frequently. You will also be involved in minor surgery clinics.

You will be able to manage a caseload, and although predominantly clinical care will be needed, you will be able to organise visits to those who are unable to attend community clinics. You will be confident in treatment, and be aware of criteria for service. You will know your scope of practice, when to ask for help, and how to escalate concerns to MDFT.

You will be able to liaise with nursing staff to arrange visits, and form treatment plans for internal and external departments to follow.

You will support the service and colleagues in clinic, and when seeing patients at home.

Please see attached JD for further information

Person Specification

Professional Registration

Essential

• Registration with HCPC

Training

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing CPD

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience of treating a high-risk caseload including a wound care caseload and a willingness to undertake post graduate training and education in specialist area's of podiatry e.g diabetes
• Post graduate experience of full patient assessment (medical history, vascular, neuropathic etc) and formulating diagnosis & treatment plans.
• Post graduate experience in: - Minor surgical procedures. - Biomechanics including diagnosis, fabrication, prescription and evaluation of orthoses and formulating treatment plans, muscle balancing programmes

Desirable

• Local analgesia injection including calculating maximum safe doses and detecting contraindications to use.
• Post graduate experience of treating a high risk caseload including people with diabetic and ischaemic foot ulceration
• Involvement in Health Education
• Evidence of working within Specialist area's of Podiatry e.g. Podiatric Surgery, Diabetes, R.A etc.
• Training in clinical coaching

Skills

Essential

• Ability to diagnose, construct, document, implement and evaluate care plans using a holistic approach
• To demonstrate good organisational skills in managing own caseload with a proportion of high risk patients.
• Good verbal and written Communication skills in order to deal with people of all age groups in clinical situations and also other health care professionals
• Demonstrate ability to use specialist diagnostic & therapeutic equipment e.g., doppler ultrasound, neurosthesiometer, gait analysis systems
• Hand eye co-ordination, dexterity, manipulation, keyboard activity
• Full UK's Driver's Licence & Access to a car for work purposes.

Desirable

• MSK Knowledge
• Wound Care knowledge
• Evidence of contributing to audit and research /evaluation.

Qualifications

Essential

• Podiatry Diploma/ Degree
• Commitment to continuous development of clinical skills and professional knowledge.
• Awareness of current changes within the NHS.

Desirable

• Diabetic Foot Module
• Local Analgesia Administration Certificate
• IRMER certificate
• POMs certificate
• Evidence of CPD portfolio demonstrating knowledge base

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Beckenham Beacon

379 Croydon Road

Beckenham

BR3 3QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To consistently meet best value for money by the effective sourcing of goods and services.
• To promote contract compliance across all the stakeholders within the Trust.
• To ensure all procurement activities operate in full accordance with legal (UK legislation), environment and sustainability requirements.
• Assist Category manager in development and implementation of category strategy to support Group wide procurement strategy
• Assist in the Group working approach for specified category area, contributing to streamlined processes and documentation across the Group
• Attendance and contribution as required to relevant divisional meetings, supporting CIP programmes and the pro-active management of contract expiry dates
• Attendance where appropriate at Management Board meetings.
• Deputise for Category Manager at meetings as required
• To lead on sourcing of specific category area for University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and specific sourcing programmes for defined projects Trust wide taking the lead on the allocated sourcing category, categories or services and contributing significantly to the delivery of allocated procurement projects within key markets. Sourcing programmes may entail end to end tender process and subsequent contract management.
• Lead on ensuring compliant contracts are in place with relevant KPIs within category area
• Preparation and presentation of Procurement Strategy, Procurement process plans and contributing and/or authorisation of contract award papers to the appropriate senior management, including the Executive Team.
• To lead in the delivery of cost and efficiency savings across a large project range across relevant category, by analysing current spend information and undertaking market analysis to develop procurement strategies. To ensure that Divisional proposals for non-pay savings are robust and reported appropriately.
• Utilise the Trusts business Intelligence tool (Qlikview) to produce reports on contract coverage, track spend activity and generate savings opportunities
• To significantly contribute to the Trusts non-pay saving target
• The engagement of Clinicians, Managers and Stakeholders in the end to end process for product selection and supply of services, including demand challenge, transition and implementation planning and development of strategy, tender evaluation, award criteria, and on-going contract management.
• Undertaking rigorous and widespread benchmarking activity to support on-going negotiation and market intelligence for designated Categories.

Person Specification

Training and Education

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
• MCIPS qualified, or equivalent, or have relevant experience in senior procurement role - as a minimum, must be working towards to CIPS qualification
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in relation to Procurement activity
• Robust knowledge of Contract Law, PA23, PSR and purchasing procedures.
• Can run competitive tender (including mini competitions), and Find a Tender procurements, with support from senior team members, compliantly from start to finish - with demonstrable examples of a variety of these that have been carried out
• Computer literate with detailed knowledge of standard computer packages e.g Microsoft Office, Internet browsing and ordering systems.
• Ability to plan and deliver a number of concurrent complex and time-critical projects, prioritizing work to achieve deadlines.
• Experience in capital build/construction procurements
• Proven track record in leading strategic sourcing and/or project management in procurement related activity.
• Demonstrable ability to assist in running meetings at a senior level, with particular reference to procurement projects and the processes within this
• Excellent verbal and written skills (including report writing)
• Significant experience in a similar procurement role

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS and an understanding of current issues
• Sound understanding and experience in the application of computerised purchasing systems and the concept of e-commerce.
• Able to facilitate cross working and understanding of Group Strategy areas e.g. sustainability

Skills

Essential

• Excellent numerate, analytical and reasoning skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems in an innovative way
• Ability to understand and influence complex purchase to pay networks.
• Ability to retrieve and interpret complex data as a basis for determining strategies and policies and how these should be applied to determine required procurement routes
• Ability to contribute to and influence the direction and strategy of the procurement function.
• Ability to lead team and others in a programme of change.
• Ability to formulate, implement and review strategies, policies, work plans and performance measures.
• Ability to prioritize workload of self and team members
• Excellent project management skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver a number of concurrent complex and time-critical projects, prioritizing work to achieve deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with good presentation skills to board level.
• Ability to lead, persuade and influence colleagues and service users including clinicians, senior managers and directors.
• Standard keyboard skills

Key Competencies/ Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• Able to translate vision into reality.
• Ability to operate in a multi-disciplinary environment and to develop effective internal and external relationships at all levels including director level.
• Able to communicate complex operational, and management issues to Director level.
• Personal credibility, with the ability to quickly gain the confidence of others.
• Enthusiastic and able to assist in change and implement new ideas/concepts
• Ability to travel between the Kettering and Northampton Hospital sites and other sites across the Group (where postholders are required to travel as part of their 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.

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with clinical duties including preparing and sterilising instruments, operating the dental computing system, and processing radiographs.
• Manage patient appointments, dental records and ensure proper documentation of dental prosthetic appliances.
• Adhere to infection control procedures and follow Health and Safety policies.
• Assist in the central sterilisation area as required.
• Ensure compliance with GDC (General Dental Council) standards and current legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Requirements:
• Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• Valid indemnity insurance with a recognized dental defence organization.
• Clinical currency: a minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week over the last 15 months.
• Completion of relevant CPD courses (e.g., medical emergencies, safeguarding, radiography).
• Current certification in emergency and resuscitation procedures.
• Health clearance for Exposure Prone Procedures (tuberculosis, Hepatitis, HIV).
• Certification in Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3.
• Desirable Qualifications:
• Previous Ministry of Defence (MOD) experience.
• Dental Nurse qualification.

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

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Winchester

Hampshire

SO21 2RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Leadership

Provide expert clinical and professional advice and support to the multi-disciplinary team within theTrust and as appropriate within Primary care and other partner agencies.Provide clinical and professional leadership to support and inspire colleagues with regard to improving patient/client services in Tissue Viability and to support strategic planning of Tissue Viability service and the development of professional practice.

Monitor and record prevalence and incidence of patient pressure ulcersProactively lead the reduction of all types of skin damage (Category 4, 3, 2 & Unstageable pressure ulcers), Deep Tissue Injuries and Moisture-Associated Skin DamageProvide visible leadership and clinical expertise on the wards and departments 60% of the timeProactively develop innovative ways to promote skincare and reduce skin damage (recognising the need to utilise external opportunities to enhance knowledge & care)Educate and support staff to manage complex wounds

Contribute to Clinical Governance and Clinical Effectiveness agendas relating to Tissue Viability by setting, implementing and evaluating best practice guidelines in Tissue Viability, which improve patients care. These agendas may cross-organisational and professional boundaries.To contribute to the development of and actively participate in development of local strategic vision.Provide line management for Band 6 TVN Nurses/Continence Nurses and provide regular 1:1 meetings, appraisals and career development/coaching.Patient and Client Care DevelopmentsProvide and support an expert level of care to patients presenting with, or at risk of, compromised Tissue Viability. To include the assessment of patients, initiation of treatment, assessment of care delivered and the interpretation of investigations relating to wound care management.Ensure that referrals to the Tissue Viability Team are managed and prioritised within the service and where appropriate exercise referral rights to other specialties.Work in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team and involve users of the service to gain their input to service development to ensure continuous improvement in patient care.

Advise and support on service developments/improvements that will be of benefit to patients, whilst assisting the Trust to meet objectives.Support the multi-disciplinary team in delivering patient care ensuring sound clinical and ethical decision-making in relation to Tissue Viability.Ensure that appropriate, consistent and realistic information is provided to patients and relatives.Actively participate in the delivery of clinical care for patients with compromised Tissue Viability, maintain clinical credibility and professional expertise.Assess, monitor and report clinical risks associated with Tissue Viability. Challenge own and others practice. Support the development and delivery of action plans to eliminate associated risks, evaluate outcomes of the same.At all times adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC), Code of Professional Conduct and local Trust policies, protocols and guidelines. Be actively involved in clinical supervision and peer review.Maintain clinical and professional credibility through personal and professional development as identified by the post holders annual appraisal.Education and Training and ResearchSupport on the development of integration of education, research and practice development Trustwide. Develop effective links with other individuals and teams and to support these initiatives.Share professional knowledge and expertise through formal and informal teaching using flexible methods of delivery.Support in the identification of an respond to any appropriate education needs within the Trust, enabling practitioners to develop clinically based competencies, thus ensuring that they are effective in providing quality service provision.Promote a reflective, enquiring approach to clinical practice and support the use of clinical supervision to enhance the quality of patient care.Maintain an extensive knowledge of Tissue Viability care by continuing self development, including regular review of performance and a high level of critical self-awareness.Develop and provide face to face, on-line and workbooks to provide and enhance education and specialist knowledge on tissue viability, including wound care.

Management ResponsibilitiesContribute to the review of annual Tissue Viability objectives in collaboration with other TVN staff and professional groups.Promote effective communication to all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure swift dissemination of Tissue Viability information and advice.Manage and support the development of the Tissue Viability service.Provide feedback to ward/departmental managers for performance management and annual appraisal purposes.Version January 2025To assess the current treatments and make recommendations for the provision of appropriate resources to improve clinical outcomes whilst monitoring cost effectiveness in care provision.Monitor the contracts and use of specialist Tissue Viability equipment to ensure clinical objectives are met.Take appropriate measures to ensure the health and safety of patients, visitors and staff, reporting incidences, accidents and hazards to appropriate managers.Ensure accurate documentation is maintained for any advice and information given within the Trust and to outside agencies.Represent the Trust locally and nationally through appropriate agreed Tissue Viability organisations and groups.

Support the Tissue Viability team in the production of a quarterly and annual report for the service and disseminate accordingly.Develop and maintain audit schedule for SSKIN skin damage training compliance, audit compliance.Develop and maintain processes within the service that monitor and record pressure damage RCA, SI, Coroners reports and other data/information and reports are maintained and prepared in a timely manner.Travel between the Kettering and Northampton Hospital sites and other sites where requiredCommunicationBe an active member of relevant forums within the Trust and its partner organisations.Effectively communicate with all levels of staff within the Trust and externallyService DevelopmentIn conjunction with the other members of the Tissue Viability team the post holder will develop and assist in the implementation of appropriate policies, protocols, and guidelines and care pathways to ensure safe, equitable and consistent practice.Participate in service reviews. Supporting a programmed data collection and audit to determine the efficacy of the service.Demonstrate leadership in the implementation of national recommendations and other guidelines e.g. NICE, National Service Frameworks, as they relate to Tissue Viability across the Trust.Demonstrate innovation in reducing skin damage for patients and staff.Co-ordinate and engage with bed management programs, mattress audits and purchasing of equipment that relates to patient skin careResearch and EvaluationRaise awareness of current research on Tissue Viability practices, disseminate via teaching,advice and assist in its implementation throughout the Trust.

Working in partnership with the Tissue Viability team in the Trusts monitoring of pressure ulcer prevalence and incidence monitoring. Contribute to annual reports and action plans and disseminate accordingly.

Actively participate in a Trust wide audit of patient seating condition, annual foam mattress review and equipment resources, and in conjunction with the Tissue Viability team manage replacement programs as necessary in conjunction with the Trusts medical equipment manager. Guide other staff groups to audit their equipment, which may impact on pressure ulcer prevention or management.

In accordance with standards set nationally, by statutory bodies, be responsible for setting, monitoring and improving multi-disciplinary standards of Tissue Viability.Work Trust wide to apply quality assurance programs and ensure that facilities/resources are utilised in a cost effective and optimum manner.Participate in research initiatives in Tissue Viability, in order to contribute to the growing evidence base in relation to the specialty.Develop audit and outcome measures relevant to the role, carry out audits, and report results to relevant individuals. Develop and implement action plans to deal with any problems identified.To demonstrate leadership in the development of the Chief Nursing Officer for England, 10 key roles for nurses with Tissue Viability services.

Person Specification

Education, Traning and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered general Nurse qualified at degree level, with acute nursing experience
• Mentorship course or equivalent, or knowledge and experience of teaching techniques and of learners' needs
• Management/Leadership programme
• Post registration qualification, education or experience, in Tissue Viability to master level or equivalent.

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience, directly in the field of Tissue Viability.
• Evidence of leadership in clinical practice and operational level within nursing and multi-professional groups.
• Experience of successfully developing, implementing, and reflecting on programmes of education and training in Tissue Viability, for all levels of staff, academic and vocational in nature
• Effective presentation skills at local and national level

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Government strategies related to the NHS England and the relevance of the same to Tissue Viability
• Corporate wide responsibility for service delivery

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates expert/highly developed clinical skills and specialist knowledge within Tissue Viability
• Problem solving, critical appraisal and independent decision-making skills. Including involvement of bench marking.
• IT skills including the use of PowerPoint and Excel packages
• Able to communicate complex information, concepts, and initiatives to all levels of staff.
• Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner

Desirable

• Evidence of developing clinical pathways, guidelines, and policies.
• Knowledge of change management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional

The post holder will:

Be required to undertake risk assessments and act upon them appropriately.

Contribute to ensuring the therapy service is adequately covered on a day to day basis.

Contribute to the supervision of workload within the therapy team

Actively triage referrals being made to the therapy service, placing and managing waiting lists and signposting to other services

Actively contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and other meetings where appropriate or delegating and supporting other team members to attend

To attend any service development meetings, deputising for Clinical Lead OT/ B7 Physio if required

Support all team members within the integrated team, respecting them, their roles and contributions.

Attend, lead and develop in-house training and profession specific support groups, as required to develop current role.

Maintain own continual professional development.

Will be able to make own travel arrangements to patients homes, clinics, base and meetings etc, as required.

Be responsible for safe use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Remain accountable for own professional actions, as determined by the professional bodies.

May be required to demonstrate own duties to students, new starters and other staff.

Provide mentorship for students undertaking pre/post registration courses.

Mentor existing staff and provide training in specialist area as appropriate.

Provide advice/training to other staff and supervise and support band 5 and 4 staff, and students where appropriate, and contribute to the induction process for new staff/students.

Actively promote leadership skills within the therapy team.

Be accountable for work delegated to others. Support B4 CAP in their roles as autonomous practitioners

Organisational

The post holder will:

Undertake mandatory training as required.

Participate in a Personal Development Review process.

Undertake Personal Development Plans for more relevant staff members.

Take part in clinical supervision as per Trust Policy.

Follow Trust policies, and local procedures, and use discretion in interpreting them according to the setting and circumstances.

Comment on draft policies.

Ensure absence reporting is undertaken as determined by Team Leader and Trust Policy.

Contribute to clinical audit as required.

Complete the staff survey as required.

Complete risk assessments and incident forms as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Hons in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
• Current HCPC registration
• Clinical educators course

Other

Essential

• Must hold full and valid and driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments.
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Manoeuvre patients using handling aids

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience
• Evidence of working at relevant level
• Knowledge of additional specialist areas through inhouse training & short courses
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)

Desirable

• Evidence of previous community based role

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to manage stressful situations
• A team player
• Concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records
• Positive attitude towards flexibility to meet the needs of the role
• Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skill
• High levels of observational and reporting skills

Desirable

• Previous experience of undertaking clinical audits
• Familiar with use of System One record keeping
• Demonstrates participation and leadership in service development

Personal Attributes / Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)

Essential

• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
• Positive attitude towards flexibility to meet the needs of the role
• Ability to manage and provide support and leadership to others during stressful situations
• A team player and leader
• Professional appearance and professional manner
• Be reliable and consistent

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Regular participation in supervision and continual professional development

Desirable

• Previous experience of supervising other members of staff

Communication

Essential

• Good observational and reporting skill
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English
• Ability to communicate with other members of the MDT both verbally and non verbally
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients who may have highly complex needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Downham Market Health Centre

Paradise Road

Downham Market

PE38 9JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide administrative support in the Assessment and Coordination Team (ACT) supporting the community team, our inpatient unit and other clinical departments as and when necessary.

Make and receive calls, provide appropriate information to the caller and referring to the appropriate person or department as required.

Communicate information to internal and external health and social care professionals and to patients / carers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Registering all referrals on the electronic patient record system accurately and in a timely manner.

Giving appropriate advice to referrers regarding the referral process.

Dealing with written correspondence in a timely manner and issuing letters as required.

Answering the telephone promptly and dealing with distressed or worried callers in a sensitive and professional manner.

Liaising with internal and external health and social care professionals as required.

Ensuring the safe and secure storage of all confidential data in line with current legislation.

Promoting the Hospice charitable status at all times.

COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal:

Head of Community Services

Modern Matron, Inpatient Team

Lead Nurses

Team Leaders

All Clinical Staff

Office Manager

External:

Patients and Carers

All External Health and Social Care Agencies across the Voluntary and Statutory

Sectors

External Suppliers

General Statements

Be familiar with and adhere to all Hospice (and relevant Trust) policies and procedures.

The post holder will work within their professional code of conduct, e.g. NMC, GMC, CIPD, AHP codes.

The post holder may be required to work in and from any Hospice or associated Company premises.

This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended from time to time in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. It will then be reviewed in association with the jobholder(s)

Confidentiality/Data Protection/General Data Protection Regulations

The post holder is expected to maintain the complete confidentiality of all material and information to which he/she has access and process and in particular the confidentiality of all personal data stored, in line with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulations 2018 (and preceding Data Protection Acts) and professional bodies.

Any requests for clinical information disclosure must be approved by Caldicott Guardian.

The post holder must, if required to do so, process records or information in a fair and lawful way. They must hold and use data only for the specified, registered purpose for which it was obtained and disclose data only to authorised persons.

Corporate Governance

The post holder must, at all times, act honestly and openly and comply with relevant corporate governance requirements, employment legislation, standards of business conduct, codes of openness and accountability.

Equal Opportunities/Diversity

The post holder must comply with and promote Equal Opportunities and Diversity and accordingly must avoid any behaviour which discriminates against colleagues, potential employees, patients or clients on the grounds of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, political opinion, gender reassignment or trade union membership.

Health and Safety

Under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974), it is the responsibility of the post holder at every level to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts at work. This includes co-operating with the organisation and Taking personal responsibility for safety as outlined in the Hospice

Health & Safety Policy and the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and fire regulations.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed and changed by discussion with post holder to meet the needs of the service.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate with professionals , patients and carers in a dignified and clear manner
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Ability to prioritise own workload, solve problems and take proactive actions to address issues
• Computer literacy, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, experience of using databases and inputting and extracting data.
• Self-awareness and the ability to ask for support from senior staff if required
• Ability to work flexibly over 7 days including weekends and bank holidays and have an adaptable approach to the changing needs of the service
• An understanding of confidentiality and GDPR
• An understanding of the nature of the work of the Hospice and the sensitivities of working with people at the end of their lives

Desirable

• Experience using Systmone (electronic patient record system)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative role in a clinical environment or similar setting.
• Experience of databases and extracting data
• Experience of interacting with patients, carers and providing a high level of customer service

Desirable

• Experience in call centre or similar environment
• Experience of records management

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education,
• GCSEs or equivalent
• Ability to learn and be confident with complex in-house database systems

Employer details

Employer name

Community Hospice

Address

Community Hospice

185 Bostall Hill

Abbey Wood

SE2 0GB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Interviews have been provisionally scheduled to take place on Tuesday 27th October, however this is subject to interview panel availability

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Mentor Qualification
• Dual Qualification Adult / Paediatric / Learning Difficulties
• Leadership Qualification
• Diploma/Degree

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous Healthcare experience
• Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning

Desirable

• Previous Healthcare experience within the maxillofacial/oral surgery/orthodontic sphere
• Previous experience/knowledge of working with children/ individuals with learning disabilities
• Evidence of post-registration qualification/education to diploma/degree level
• Previous experience or understanding of surgical/theatre/pre op nursing
• Has a working knowledge of an outpatients department
• Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
• Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
• Has had experience in a theatre/minor surgery setting
• Previous experience/knowledge of working in / with paediatric patients
• Have a good underpinning knowledge of acute/chronic patient/surgical wound care

Skills

Essential

• The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status
• Has a very approachable character, able to build quick rapport with patients in a limited time
• To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage
• Able to allocate and delegate workload responsibly and monitor the work of others; clinical supervision of junior staff
• The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
• The ability to make changes to own practice and offer suggestions for improving services
• Demonstrates personal duty of care in relation to the safe use of equipment and other resources
• Ability to treat all employee and other hospital information confidentially
• Recognition of factors in maintaining own and others health, safety and security

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
• Supportive of equality and values diversity
• Maintains the quality in own work and encourages others to do the same
• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
• The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality nursing/midwifery service
• Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh isdesirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject Or Equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
• Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting for example the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentiality for example General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a relevant heath or social care environment, providing direct patient care

Desirable

• Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
• Experience of working within the NHS

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this vacancy. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that is required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• To be able to read and understand to the required standard.

Desirable

• Basic education to include Maths and English
• Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Understanding the importance of confidentiality

Desirable

• Experience of working in a hospital environment
• Previous experience in a similar environment

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Desirable

• Basic Knowledge of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations
• Basic IT skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Flexible and reliable attitude to working arrangements
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Desirable

• Able to undertake the physical aspects of the post

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

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

DSFS Ltd - Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Chesterfield Road

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To participate in OPEL site meetings using standard operating procedures to give accurate information on operational pressures and to manage and take appropriate action, finding solutions to issues
• Liaise with the Clinical Commander at the other hospital site and external to the trust regarding bed resources, and coordinate the transfer of patients to and from tertiary centres in accordance with trust policies, protocols and agreed SLAs.
• Liaise with the Matrons, General Managers and Clinicians regarding problems relating to their service and with the health care teams, patients and carers to ensure the patient journey is a good experience.
• To attend cardiac arrest calls and assist as required by the arrest team. To have the expert knowledge and skills required to fulfil this role.
• Attend mandatory study days, in-service training and meetings as required.
• To have an overview of the Trust wide position and make appropriate clinical decisions to ensure safety of all patients is achieved and met
• To work closely with the ward teams to ensure hospital wards bed state is live and accurate.
• To liaise with and escalate to divisional mangers of the day to maintain an accurate site position
• To participate in audit and quality projects to improve patient safety and experience.
• To investigate and resolve complaints and concerns and escalate to divisional teams where appropriate.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• Current registration with NMC
• Relevant degree or working towards equivalent
• Evidence of professional development

Desirable

• Must be willing to work towards further development

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Experience in a clinical leadership/team leader role
• Experience of coordinating a ward/clinical area
• Experience of liaising with patients/carers
• Previous experience of Site Management
• Can demonstrate ability to work towards meeting key performance indicators
• Sufficiently competent in order to demonstrate expert clinical knowledge
• Some understanding of the complexity of the NHS and the national picture and how this impacts on Site Management
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of the NHS equality and diversity agenda
• ALS accredited

Desirable

• Experience in caring for patients in high risk categories and those requiring high dependency care
• Knowledge of wider healthcare issues

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Must be able to communicate effectively with a multi professional team and clients
• Good leadership skills and able to influence sustained change
• Self-awareness
• Able to work under pressure and be resilient to meet performance targets
• Proactive, takes own initiative
• Can conduct own projects successfully and follow through with actions
• Willing to undertake ownership and accountability
• Team player and willingness to share responsibility
• Flexible, responsive approach to work
• Committed to patient centred decision making
• Able to deal very sensitively and non-confrontationally with colleagues, patients and relatives
• Confident to work assertively with multi-disciplinary team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary

Acre Street

Huddersfield

HD3 3EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities:

• To be responsible for organising and prioritising own and others’ workload in the day-to-day allocation of work.
• To deputise when required in the team manager’s absence and delegate appropriately to other medical staff.
• To have organisational knowledge relating to Trust protocols and procedures and adhere to them.
• To be responsible for providing accurate records of information required by the Trust for audit purposes.
• To ensure effective risk management at team level by accident/incident reporting, assessing, and controlling risk and ensuring residual risks are added to the Trust’s risk register.

Clinical Skills:

• To act as an autonomous, registered practitioner who is legally and professionally accountable for their own unsupervised actions guided by the professional code of conduct and Trust guidelines and protocols.
• The post holder will have full registration with a licence to practice from the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Further professional knowledge will have been gained through accredited courses, workshops, study, and in-house training programmes.
• To be responsible, and accountable, for service delivery to clients/patients.
• To be able to assess and develop care plans to meet the complex needs of patients with a variety of conditions, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary. This will include continuously evaluating and acting on outcomes.
• To be able to initiate referrals to other health professional specialist services and agencies.
• To provide patients and relatives with information and education thus ensuring they have meaningful choices that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life.
• To ensure practice is supported by research, evidence-based practice, literature, and peer review
• Training & Supervision:
• To act as clinical supervisor to junior colleagues (FY/CT/GPVTS/ST), providing effective education, facilitating their development, and promoting high standards of medical care.
• Ensure junior colleagues are actively supported to enable them to achieve their learning needs.
• To ensure own continued professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning in self and others.
• To undertake, and assist in the planning of, own mandatory training and workshops.
• To undertake a regular appraisal, developing a personal development plan that includes clinical competencies reflecting the health needs of the local population, and relates to Trust strategy.
• To support new staff and their integration within the team.
• To support training as part of the role including changes to professional development and implementation of new policies and guidelines

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Medical degree, MB BS
• Completion of Foundation Training or equivalent
• Experience in core psychiatry training posts and or Specialty Doctor or equivalent posts in psychiatry.

Desirable

• MRCPsych / part of MRCPsych
• Section 12 approval
• Postgraduate qualification

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of the biological, psychological, and
• social determinants of mental health disorders and
• evidence-based treatment interventions in general
• adult psychiatry

Desirable

• An understanding of system leadership and evidence
• of how this has been put into practice.
• An awareness of NHS strategic and clinical
• governance priorities.

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

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Part III or 13 of NMC live register
• Full understanding of relevant policy, legislation, drivers and their application to clinical and service area, e.g. Mental Capacity Act, Social Inclusion
• Demonstrable experience of mentoring pre-registration students
• IT skills

Desirable

• Leadership training/qualification/experience
• Evidence of project work that has impacted on practice and demonstrates a higher level of communication/planning/change that impacts within own area of work/responsibility

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area at specialist level of care
• Evidence of development of specialist practice nursing skills and able to demonstrate the impact of this on practice change/development

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working in the specific field where the post is held

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Effective inter-personal skills and experience in supervising and mentoring
• Able to demonstrate effective communication skills

Desirable

• Ability to lead and motivate staff to embrace change

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

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pine View

Beverley Road Willerby

Willerby

HU10 6ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties will include:-

• To provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment at first point of contact by attending to patients according to patients needs either over the telephone, in the Practice or patients homes.

• To support and continue the development of an on the day emergency patient service in the Practice.

• To accurately prioritise patients, including in emergency situations, demonstrating the use of a variety of techniques to elicit the history of an event/illness, including past medical and drug history.

• To evaluate clinical information from examination and history taking, and initiate appropriate treatment and/or referral.

• To undertake and interpret diagnostics and take appropriate action to manage patient care, whilst distinguishing between abnormal and normal findings in order to relate them to a possible diagnosis. To use broad clinical guidelines (NICE etc) relating them to individual cases, providing assistance and feedback to the organisation and others on how these should be interpreted.

• To signpost appropriately to other services in the identified healthcare pathway.

• To refer patients to appropriate care settings, within locally agreed healthcare pathways.

• To discharge or treat, as appropriate and within the scope of practice.

• To maintain accurate and systematic documentation of patient interactions and clinical care provided, including adverse events as per practice policy.

• To advise and support members of the public on healthy lifestyles, health promotion and disease prevention including where possible data collection for QoF during patient contact.

• To provide clinical advice and facilitate learning to other members of the clinical team where appropriate.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Ability to manage and prioritise workload.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Previous experience of non-medical prescribing and using PGDs.
• Experience of the ECP/Advanced Practitioner role within Primary or Secondary Care.
• Current knowledge of government targets and initiatives and N.I.C.E. guidelines and their impact on clinical practice.
• Understanding of the N.M.C/H.P.C Code of Professional Conduct.
• Knowledge of child protection issues.
• Understanding of clinical governance and its significance and impact upon practice.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic IT skills in word processing and e-mail.
• Experience in using I.T based patient documentation systems.
• Sound organisational skills.
• Able to professionally and appropriately challenge differing opinions as a patient advocate.
• Record keeping skills.
• Experience of triage/initial assessment.
• Able to work autonomously, using own clinical judgment to form a diagnosis.
• Skills for managing minor injuries.
• Dispensing skills as per protocols and patient group directives.
• Skills of multi system assessment.
• Knowledge of medical model of documentation.
• Able to give appropriate telephone advice.
• Understanding of health education/promotion.
• Able to give relevant discharge advice.
• Experience of following referral pathways.
• Able to record/ interpret ECG.

Desirable

• Experience as an autonomous practitioner within a minor injury/illness centre or mobile service
• Experience of research projects.
• Leadership skills.

Personal qualities

Essential

• Able to work cooperatively with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Able and willing to develop professionally.
• Able to use own initiative.
• Able to act as a role model.

Desirable

• Able to motivate other team members.
• Able to promote a learning environment.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Practitioner with acute and minor illness management qualification and experience at urgent care/GP surgery settings.

Desirable

• Already working or experience at Primary care/Urgent care setting and confidentally able to deal with acute and minor Illness management.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Beechfield Medical Centre

Address

Beechfield Gardens

Spalding

Lincolnshire

PE11 1UN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Educated to degree level standard
• Teaching certificate

Desirable

• Masters degree or willing to work towards
• Professional Nurse Advocate
• Leadership qualification

Experience/skills

Essential

• Teaching, mentorship, practice assessor experience
• nursing care experience in caring for older people.
• Experience in leading or managing a team of nurses

Desirable

• Leading educational/development programmes at clinical or departmental level
• post graduate clinical nursing course or qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Clear understanding of clinical governance
• Excellent interpersonal and documentation skills

Desirable

• Understanding and practice of restorative clinical supervision

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

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Northwick Park Hospital

Watford Road

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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