Job summary

Are you a pharmacist in primary care looking to develop your career?

Looking to have direct impact and decision making on patient care?

Then join West Kent Primary Care and become a vital member of our Tunbridge Wells Primary Care Network team as a Senior Clinical Pharmacist.The Senior Clinical Pharmacist will work as part of the Primary Care Network multidisciplinary team in a patient-facing role, using expert medicines knowledge to assess, treat and support patients across the PCN. The post holder will provide senior clinical pharmacy leadership, support delivery of the NetworkContract DES and ARRS role requirements, and contribute to safe and effective person-centred medicines optimisation, quality improvement and improved outcomes for patients.

Tunbridge Wells PCN comprises of 8 practices covering 85,500 patients. Our pharmacists are given base practices to work from. Our PCN team as a collective are proactive and innovative with services being delivered by not only our large clinical pharmacy team but also by first contact paramedics, first contact physiotherapists, Mental Health Navigators, Care Co-ordinators, a dedicated pharmacy team for our local care homes and more.

Interviews planned for 19th November 2026

Main duties of the job

The Senior PCN Pharmacist will support in the leadership of the clinical pharmacy team to improve the quality and safety of care offered to patients of the PCN. They will work alongside the PCN Head of Operations and Senior colleagues to co-ordinate the activity of the PCN Pharmacy Team, as well as maintaining their own clinical pharmacy role within the team. The Senior PCN Pharmacist will have line management responsibilities of clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. The post holder must be enrolled in, or have qualified from, an approved 18-month training pathway or equivalent that enables safe and effective practice and prescribing in primary care. The role will contribute towards evening and weekend enhanced access clinics.

We reserve the right to close the advert before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

About us

West Kent Primary Care will act as employer for this role. We are a collaborative and ambitious GP Federation working with GP practices across Sevenoaks, Weald, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Malling, and Maidstone to improve General Practice provision in the area. West Kent Primary Care are a supportive and friendly organisation whose aim is to provide high quality, seamless health care that enables people to lead healthier lives, whilst feeling supported and cared for.

What we can offer:

• Favourable terms and conditions
• NHS Annual Leave entitlement
• NEST and NHS Pension
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Leave
• Paid sick leave
• Training, support, and development in your career
• Flexible working arrangements
• Recognition via Employee of the Month scheme
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• A comprehensive induction into the company followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role

*Due to the geographical location, it would be beneficial to have a full driving license as travel will be required to practices across the PCN area.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£57,528 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0008-WKF295-A

Job locations

Hospice In The Weald

Maidstone Road

Pembury

Tunbridge Wells

Kent

TN2 4TA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing.
• Perform face-to-face medication reviews of patients with polypharmacy, especially for those with frailty and/or with multiple co-morbidities and prescribe alternative medications.
• Undertake face-to-face reviews of patients with specific long-term conditions that fall within their competency (such as asthma reviews).
• Carry out Improved Access and Extended Hours sessions, including some weekend work.
• Provide leadership on quality improvement and clinical audit, as well as managing aspects of medicines safety and antibiotic stewardship.
• Contribute to practice financial stability through optimisation of medicines related targets in QOF delivery.

Job description Job responsibilities Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing. Perform face-to-face medication reviews of patients with polypharmacy, especially for those with frailty and/or with multiple co-morbidities and prescribe alternative medications. Undertake face-to-face reviews of patients with specific long-term conditions that fall within their competency (such as asthma reviews). Carry out Improved Access and Extended Hours sessions, including some weekend work. Provide leadership on quality improvement and clinical audit, as well as managing aspects of medicines safety and antibiotic stewardship. Contribute to practice financial stability through optimisation of medicines related targets in QOF delivery.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• University Degree in Pharmacy Sciences
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Completed CPPE Clinical Pharmacy Programme for Primary Care

Desirable

• Registered Prescriber

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience as a community or primary care based pharmacist
• Knowledge of structured medication reviews and producing recommendations for prescribing and monitoring
• Knowledge of medicines management at point of hospital discharge including patients living in care homes
• Experience of managing long-term conditions in a clinical setting

Desirable

• Experience in providing clinical advice and expertise on medicines to colleagues and patients
• Experience of leading and managing teams

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Able to use Microsoft Office applications with above average capability with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Skills for communicating complex information, requiring developed interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at a range of levels including Board members, patients, and colleagues.
• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
• Ability to collect and analyse patient data to effectively diagnose and treat problems
• Skills for supporting project management and planning workload
• Basic knowledge of project principles
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise.
• Works well as an autonomous/independent practitioner and within a team
• Advanced keyboard skills, use of a range of software
• Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload with minimal supervision working to tight and often changing timescales

Desirable

• Knowledge of structured medication reviews and producing recommendations for prescribing and monitoring.
• Knowledge of medicines management at point of hospital discharge including patients living in care homes
• Knowledge and Understanding of the NHS Long Term (10 year) plan
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise
• Skills for manipulating information.
• Car Driver

Person Specification Qualifications Essential University Degree in Pharmacy Sciences Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council Completed CPPE Clinical Pharmacy Programme for Primary Care Desirable Registered Prescriber Experience Essential Previous experience as a community or primary care based pharmacist Knowledge of structured medication reviews and producing recommendations for prescribing and monitoring Knowledge of medicines management at point of hospital discharge including patients living in care homes Experience of managing long-term conditions in a clinical setting Desirable Experience in providing clinical advice and expertise on medicines to colleagues and patients Experience of leading and managing teams Knowledge and skills Essential Able to use Microsoft Office applications with above average capability with Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Skills for communicating complex information, requiring developed interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills Ability to communicate effectively at a range of levels including Board members, patients, and colleagues. Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Ability to collect and analyse patient data to effectively diagnose and treat problems Skills for supporting project management and planning workload Basic knowledge of project principles Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise. Works well as an autonomous/independent practitioner and within a team Advanced keyboard skills, use of a range of software Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload with minimal supervision working to tight and often changing timescales Desirable Knowledge of structured medication reviews and producing recommendations for prescribing and monitoring. Knowledge of medicines management at point of hospital discharge including patients living in care homes Knowledge and Understanding of the NHS Long Term (10 year) plan Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise Skills for manipulating information. Car Driver

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

West Kent Primary Care

Address

Hospice In The Weald

Maidstone Road

Pembury

Tunbridge Wells

Kent

TN2 4TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West Kent Primary Care

Address

Hospice In The Weald

Maidstone Road

Pembury

Tunbridge Wells

Kent

TN2 4TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service are looking for a band 6 therapist to join our large, diverse, and supportive team on the school-aged pathway. We serve the South-East London Borough of Lewisham, as part of the Community Health Service for Children, Young People and Families (CCYP) rated at 'Outstanding' in our last CQC inspection. In this post you will work across our special schools and mainstream core and traded pathways providing universal, targeted and specialist support to your own caseload of schools. With 2 days per week at Watergate Special School for children with severe learning disabilities (primary) and 3 days per week in the mainstream core/traded pathway.

Main duties of the job

We offer a comprehensive and structured induction to all of our new starters followed by regular, high quality clinical supervision. You will also be allocated a 'buddy' to support your transition into the team.

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About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

This is an ideal opportunity for those who are passionate about working with preschool aged children with a range of speech, language and communication needs, in a clinic setting. Our caseload is primarily children under the age of 5, with opportunities to work with older children and young people who stammer or require support with their speech sounds.

You will work alongside Speech & Language Therapists and SLT Assistants, providing support to children and their families. You will deliver individual and group therapy, offer initial assessment and support the team with our daily drop-in clinic offer. We also work closely with Lewisham education settings, delivering training and support, and nursery visits for specific children.

There is opportunity to work more widely in the community with local Family Hubs and Early Years settings, delivering support and training focusing on promoting good communication development in the Early Years.

Main duties of the job

• To deliver Speech and Language Therapy services to CYP seen by the Clinic Team
• To work with clinic link colleagues and clinic leads in the development of clinical pathways and service development projects
• To take responsibility for managing a clinic caseload, including triaging new referrals, managing queries, prioritisation, supporting staff and escalating to clinic leads where required
• To deliver a preventative service in settings across Lewisham
• To support negotiation with all stakeholders, including service users, around service implementation

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

At LCW, we're looking for an exceptional Medicines Management Lead to take ownership of medicines management across our diverse portfolio of services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, ensuring medicines are used safely, effectively, and in line with best practice to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.

As our subject matter expert for medicines management, you'll work alongside doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and operational leaders, providing specialist advice and guidance on all aspects of medicines use. You'll lead the development of robust medicines governance frameworks, oversee procurement and supply arrangements, and ensure medicines are stored, distributed, and utilised safely and efficiently across the organisation.

This is far more than a governance role. You'll have the chance to shape strategy, influence clinical practice, and help build a culture of excellence in medicines management. You'll lead audits and quality improvement initiatives, drive compliance with national and Integrated Care Board guidance, develop policies and procedures, and take responsibility for obtaining and maintaining LCW's Controlled Drugs Licence.

This role is part time, working 22.5 hours a week across 3 days.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be an experienced pharmacist who will support and deliver the medicines management function at LCW. The role will provide specialist medicines management advice to medical and allied health professional team members regarding the use of medicines and will play a key part in ensuring that medicines are used optimally within LCW services, so that our patients obtain the best possible outcomes.

The Medicines Management Lead will lead on medicines management to ensure that medicines are procured, distributed and stored effectively to support service delivery. The role will include assisting in authoring key policies and documents related to the safe utilisation of medicines within LCW. The postholder will be responsible for the audit and quality review of prescribing and medicine utilisation at LCW in line with national and ICB guidance. They will need to apply to hold the Controlled Drug Licence for LCW.

The postholder will have a key role in training other Health Care professionals and support staff and developing the medicines management function across all services within LCW.

About us

London Central & West Unscheduled Care Collaborative is a not-for-profit SocialEnterprise, now in its 29th year of providing high-quality services across a range ofprimary and urgent care contracts 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to 5 millionpatients in North West, North Central and North East London. We pride ourselves ondelivering safe, effective, responsive, caring, and well led patient centred clinicalservices as recognised by our Good CQC rating in all areas of our organisation.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£62,000 to £67,000 a year (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0441-26-0049

Job locations

St. Charles Hospital

Exmoor Street

London

W10 6DZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

General

Provide specialist pharmaceutical advice to medical, ACP and nursing staff on the use of medicines.

Ensure effective medicines optimisation in all settings.

Be the controlled drug licence holder and ensure compliance with Home office requirement for all LCW sites.

Support the effective procurement, distribution and storage of medicines.

Advise on stock control.

Advise on specific situations such as Flu Management and outbreaks of other diseases.

Monitoring compliance with Controlled Drug Procedures.

Assist in authoring key policies and documents related to medicines, including

Patient Group Directions.

Train other Healthcare professionals, support staff in understanding the importance of medicines management.

Conduct regular team meetings and where asked by the Deputy Medical Director to chair the Medicines Management meetings.

Conduct supportive 1-2-1s with operational and clinical team leads.

Audit prescribing and medicine utilisation and provide feedback to clinicians working closely with the audit and performance lead.

Ensure internal and external reports requiring medicine management input are completed by required deadlines.

Conduct Annual Safe Storage and Handling of Medicines (Duthie) Audits.

Register Non-Medical prescribers with the NHSBSA.

Attend internal and where asked, external, assurance meetings to discuss and present matters relating to LCW medicines management.

Support the creation of items for newsletters and bulletins relating to medicines management.

Delivering a quality service

Support and enable LCW to deliver evidence-based care according to recognised evidence such as NICE and other national guidelines.

Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, and formal evaluation

Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities such as clinical audit, peer review and quality assessment tools including risk management and incident reporting.

Support the development and delivery of the audit programme at LCW taking a lead in the delivering medicines management audits, sharing the learning and embedding any actions required.

Support and/or lead any complaint responses relating to medicines management issues.

In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate.

Evaluate patients response to health care provision and the effectiveness of care.

Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation.

Lead and/or participate in the investigation of incidents or serious incidents using a structured framework (e.g. PSIIRF) to manage, review and identify learning from patient complaints, clinical incidents and near-miss events.

Assess the impact of policy implementation on care delivery.

Monitor and develop the medicines management performance in accordance with local policies.

Leadership personal and people development

Be a professional advocate for the medicines management within the organisation.

Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in continual professional development and acting as a positive role mode.

Support staff development to maximise potential.

Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice.

Encourage others to make realistic self-assessment of their application of knowledge and skills, challenging any complacency or actions that are not in the interest of the public and/or users of services.

Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work.

Enlist support and influence stakeholders and decision-makers to bring about new developments in the provision of services.

Take a lead role in planning and implementing changes relating to medicines management.

Contribute to the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards.

Maintain effective communication with those responsible for the overall commissioning and procurement process.

Team Working

Lead by example and instil leadership qualities regarding medicines management.

Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time.

Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working.

Delegate clearly and appropriately.

Prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team.

Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery.

Discuss, highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care.

Manage and lead on the delivery of specifically identified services or projects as agreed with the organisational management team.

Agree plans and outcomes by which to measure success.

Management of Risk

Manage and assess risk within medicines management, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients.

Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.

Ensure appropriate supervision of safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. Oversee the monitoring, stock control and documentation of controlled drug usage according to legal requirements where appropriate.

Ensure mandatory and statutory training requirements for clinicians in the organisation is understood and enabled.

Apply infection-control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines for safe handling of medicines mase.

Advocate for policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all.

Interpret national strategies and policies into local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice.

Managing Information

Use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in planning, implementation, and monitoring of care, presenting and communicating information.

Understand responsibility of self and others in relation to the Freedom of Information Act.

Learning and Development

Disseminate learning and information gained to other team members to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (e.g. courses and conferences).

Assess own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate.

Provide an educational role to colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning

Job description Job responsibilities General Provide specialist pharmaceutical advice to medical, ACP and nursing staff on the use of medicines. Ensure effective medicines optimisation in all settings. Be the controlled drug licence holder and ensure compliance with Home office requirement for all LCW sites. Support the effective procurement, distribution and storage of medicines. Advise on stock control. Advise on specific situations such as Flu Management and outbreaks of other diseases. Monitoring compliance with Controlled Drug Procedures. Assist in authoring key policies and documents related to medicines, includingPatient Group Directions. Train other Healthcare professionals, support staff in understanding the importance of medicines management. Conduct regular team meetings and where asked by the Deputy Medical Director to chair the Medicines Management meetings. Conduct supportive 1-2-1s with operational and clinical team leads. Audit prescribing and medicine utilisation and provide feedback to clinicians working closely with the audit and performance lead. Ensure internal and external reports requiring medicine management input are completed by required deadlines. Conduct Annual Safe Storage and Handling of Medicines (Duthie) Audits. Register Non-Medical prescribers with the NHSBSA. Attend internal and where asked, external, assurance meetings to discuss and present matters relating to LCW medicines management. Support the creation of items for newsletters and bulletins relating to medicines management.Delivering a quality service Support and enable LCW to deliver evidence-based care according to recognised evidence such as NICE and other national guidelines. Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, and formal evaluation Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities such as clinical audit, peer review and quality assessment tools including risk management and incident reporting. Support the development and delivery of the audit programme at LCW taking a lead in the delivering medicines management audits, sharing the learning and embedding any actions required. Support and/or lead any complaint responses relating to medicines management issues. In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate. Evaluate patients response to health care provision and the effectiveness of care. Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation. Lead and/or participate in the investigation of incidents or serious incidents using a structured framework (e.g. PSIIRF) to manage, review and identify learning from patient complaints, clinical incidents and near-miss events. Assess the impact of policy implementation on care delivery. Monitor and develop the medicines management performance in accordance with local policies.Leadership personal and people development Be a professional advocate for the medicines management within the organisation. Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in continual professional development and acting as a positive role mode. Support staff development to maximise potential. Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice. Encourage others to make realistic self-assessment of their application of knowledge and skills, challenging any complacency or actions that are not in the interest of the public and/or users of services. Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work. Enlist support and influence stakeholders and decision-makers to bring about new developments in the provision of services. Take a lead role in planning and implementing changes relating to medicines management. Contribute to the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards. Maintain effective communication with those responsible for the overall commissioning and procurement process.Team Working Lead by example and instil leadership qualities regarding medicines management. Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time. Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working. Delegate clearly and appropriately. Prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team. Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery. Discuss, highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care. Manage and lead on the delivery of specifically identified services or projects as agreed with the organisational management team. Agree plans and outcomes by which to measure success.Management of Risk Manage and assess risk within medicines management, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients. Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines. Ensure appropriate supervision of safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. Oversee the monitoring, stock control and documentation of controlled drug usage according to legal requirements where appropriate. Ensure mandatory and statutory training requirements for clinicians in the organisation is understood and enabled. Apply infection-control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines for safe handling of medicines mase. Advocate for policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all. Interpret national strategies and policies into local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice.Managing Information Use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in planning, implementation, and monitoring of care, presenting and communicating information. Understand responsibility of self and others in relation to the Freedom of Information Act.Learning and Development Disseminate learning and information gained to other team members to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (e.g. courses and conferences). Assess own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate. Provide an educational role to colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Providing specialist pharmaceutical advice to medical, ACP and nursing staff on the use of medicines.
• Train other Healthcare professionals, support staff in understanding the importance of medicines management.
• Monitoring work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Qualifications

Essential

• Maintain competence in Pharmacy Practice in line with GPhC regulations and remain on the GPhC register.
• Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the GPhC.

Person Specification Experience Essential Providing specialist pharmaceutical advice to medical, ACP and nursing staff on the use of medicines. Train other Healthcare professionals, support staff in understanding the importance of medicines management. Monitoring work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Qualifications Essential Maintain competence in Pharmacy Practice in line with GPhC regulations and remain on the GPhC register. Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the GPhC.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

LCW UCC

Address

St. Charles Hospital

Exmoor Street

London

W10 6DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

LCW UCC

Address

St. Charles Hospital

Exmoor Street

London

W10 6DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, evidence based & dynamic SLT to join 29 SLTs over 2 hospitals.BHRUT has a well-established stroke pathway including Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit (HASU), Acute Stroke Unit (ASU), inpatient rehab & Early Supported Discharge (ESD). Queen's Hospital also provides the regional neurosurgical service for Essex, which means a varied neuroscience caseload. You will join our current Band 7 rotations between Acute Stroke care (HASU/ASU), rehab (inpatient & ESD) & Neurosciences (including neurology & neurosurgery, neuro ITU & awake craniotomy).The Stroke & Neurosciences MDT provide holistic, patient centred care with opportunities for innovation & service development. These teams often pilot new technologies, projects & programs focused on providing the best service possible.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Stroke/Neurosciences with extensive experience managing dysphagia & communication disorders associated with these caseloads in an acute/rehabilitation setting. They should be competent in VFSS. ITU & tracheostomy experience is beneficial. In-house training for trache & FEES can be provided. Applicants can be considered for the option of a development post from a 6 to 7.

For any enquires please contact our Clinical Lead SLT via email [email protected]

Main duties of the job

As a highly specialist, autonomous practitioner you will be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your work including management of patients in your care and supporting colleagues to do likewise.

To undertake a full and comprehensive assessment of a range of complex patients using highly advanced clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques. This may include use of FEES and VFSS, and interpretation of their findings in conjunction with Consultant Radiologist, ENT, and other professionals as required.

To develop and maintain highly specialist skills in managing patients in the critical care environment, including those with tracheostomy, and on ventilators. This includes advanced assessment skills for investigation of the upper aerodigestive tract including diagnosis of swallowing and communication disorders. This also includes supporting communication.

About us

We're an organisation that is getting better and better and our improvements are driven by a determination to deliver care we're proud of and our patients are happy with.

They are benefitting from a new electronic patient record (we were the last acute trust in London to introduce one) and our maternity services have been rated good by the Care Quality Commission.

We operate from two main sites - KGH in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We have two busy emergency departments with more than 346,000 people visiting them last year. We're campaigning to secure the £35m we need to transform the A&E at Queen's and get rid of corridor care.

We're proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre, Radiotherapy Centre and Hyper Acute Stroke Unit. We're also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance.

We run a Women's Health Hub in Ilford; an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch; and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and at St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub. These CDCs are open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The majority of our 8,400 staff - who come from 146 different countries - live in the three diverse London boroughs we serve and are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. Many can work flexibly and more than 400 of them are on our Ofsted accredited apprenticeship programmes. We're proud to be a London Living Wage employer.

Job summary

37.5 hours per week.

Harford Ward is offering an exciting job opportunity for the role of Senior HealthCare Assistant. The Healthcare Assistant post is an integral part of the Multi Disciplinary Team on the Ward that provides both physical, social and psychological care to the patients that are admitted to Harford Ward. We are looking for the right person with an aspiration to provide compassionate care and support to people admitted to the Unit who are acutely mentally unwell and in crisis. This post is a rewarding role with career development opportunities for the successful individual.

The Glenbourne Unit is an acute mental health inpatient service provided by Livewell Southwest. The Unit consist of one female 19 bedded acute ward which is Bridford Ward and a male 19 bedded acute ward which is Harford Ward. We are currently rated outstanding by the CQC with the ward providing a wide range of support and treatment available to those experiencing deteriorating mental health; to support and enable their recovery. The Unit is an integral element of our Acute Care Pathway with links with the citywide Home Treatment Team and Community Mental Health Services.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Nursing Assistant is to assist the trained nurse in delivering physical, social and psychological care to the patient / client with mental health problems / illness, admitted to the Unit.

The post holder will be required to work both within Glenbourne and with clients in the community. This will involve contact with relatives, carers and other agencies. They will carry out interventions as part of the care plans and record information using our electronic patients notes.

The post holder will be directed to undertake tasks once adequate instruction has been given by the trained nurse and both parties are confident that the task can be fulfilled competently. However, the trained nurse is required to carry the responsibility for decision making and direction.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.

Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline.

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

Job Share(s) Considered

About us

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Job summary

Redwell Medical Centre are looking for an experienced phlebotomist to join our treatment area team for 25 hours per week.

Hours

Mon 9.00-2.00

Tues 8.30-1.30

Wed 9.00-2.00

Thurs 8.30 - 1.30

Fri 9.00-2.00

You may be expected to be available for additional overtime shifts to cover annual leave or occasionally cover for sickness.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for performing venepuncture for both adults and children, as requested by the clinical team, hospitals or any other service, to the entitled patient population. You will also be expected to support the wider nursing and clinical team on an as required basis. You will ensure all samples collected will be labelled and stored appropriately, ready for sample collections throughout the day.Full details, including any other responsibility, are included in the Job Description attached.

About us

Our Practice consists of 4 Partners (3 GPs and 1 Advanced Pharmacist Practitioner), 4 Salaried GPs, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 2 Practices Nurses, 1 Nurse Associate and a HCA.We have a friendly administration team of approx 14 staff led by the Operations Manager, Business Manager, Office Manager and Admin Support Manager. We also work closely with the PCN (Primary Care Network) and use the services of a Pharmacist, Mental Health Worker, Paramedic Home Visiting Service, Physiotherapists and Social Prescribers.

We are an EMIS web practice with approximately 12,500 registered patients living in the Wellingborough area and surrounding villages.

Job summary

Help shape the future of our pharmacy supply service!

Join us at an exciting point in the strategic development of our pharmacy supply and distribution services. As Chief Pharmacy Technician - Stores, you will combine operational leadership with service improvement, workforce development and the effective use of pharmacy systems and automation. You will help shape new ways of working, ensuring our medicines supply service is safe, efficient, responsive and ready for the future.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Pharmacy Technician who is ready to step into a senior leadership role and help shape the development and delivery of a new centralised stores and over-labelling unit ensuring safe, efficient and responsive medicines supply and distribution service across our sites.

The post will combine operational leadership with service improvement, workforce development and the effective use of pharmacy systems and automation.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver an effective, efficient, high-quality medicines distribution service meeting all professional and regulatory standards across Imperial College Healthcare sites.
• Ensure a flexible service responsive to customer needs.
• Support the Principal Technician and Principal Pharmacist, PatientServices, in delivering the service.
• Provide daily technical leadership and professional guidance to all stores staff.
• Champion learning and quality improvement in pharmacy.
• Help audit the service against set standards and review service provision.
• Ensure safe medicines storage and cost-effective stockholding and supply from stores.
• Help maintain the quality and accuracy of system information.
• Act as systems manager for CMM, automation inc. stock robot, automated drug cabinets and temperature monitoring systems.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year pa inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-WCCS-2757

Job locations

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy technician with the GPhC
• Quality Improvement qualification or equivalent experience in change management
• Accredited Checking Technician

Desirable

• Management qualification e.g. Edward Jenner course or equivalent experience
• NVQ Assessor (or equivalent qualification)

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience at Band 6 in a relevant hospital setting
• Extensive experience within dispensary services
• Experience of line managing someone to include performance management, PDP setting and appraisal
• Experience in using data to evaluate a service
• Experience in looking after pharmacy computer systems

Desirable

• Knowledge of budget management
• Experience in delivering Clinical Trials dispensing service
• Experience with aseptic manufacturing services

Knowledge/ skills/ abilities

Essential

• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Knowledge of quality, standard setting, benchmarking and audit
• Analytical ability for problem solving
• Ability to identify and manage risks

Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacy technician with the GPhC Quality Improvement qualification or equivalent experience in change management Accredited Checking Technician Desirable Management qualification e.g. Edward Jenner course or equivalent experience NVQ Assessor (or equivalent qualification) Experience Essential Significant experience at Band 6 in a relevant hospital setting Extensive experience within dispensary services Experience of line managing someone to include performance management, PDP setting and appraisal Experience in using data to evaluate a service Experience in looking after pharmacy computer systems Desirable Knowledge of budget management Experience in delivering Clinical Trials dispensing service Experience with aseptic manufacturing services Knowledge/ skills/ abilities Essential Ability to work effectively under pressure Knowledge of quality, standard setting, benchmarking and audit Analytical ability for problem solving Ability to identify and manage risks

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will act as a Lead Practitioner for the Lithotripsy Service within the Urology Investigations Unit and will be primarily responsible for performing and providing specialist expertise and guidance on Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) procedures to treat kidney stones, utilising either x-ray or ultrasound guidance.

The post holder will also be responsible for managing the lithotripsy unit for the provision of a high-quality, efficient and patient-centred service, coordinating with key stakeholders across multi-disciplinary teams and the Urology department to manage patient pathways and deliver continuous improvement

The post-holder will undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice for imaging and urology (including NICE, BAUS, RCR, SoR and BMUS) and ionising radiation safety legislation (including IR(ME)R and IRR17).

They will maintain a high professional and technical standard of ultrasound and fluoroscopy imaging, including reviewing images, consenting and performing lithotripsy treatment for those patients diagnosed with stone disease and be responsible for managing and upholding a safe and effective lithotripsy service.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• To work collaboratively with other operational and clinical senior managers within the Urology team and beyond, to develop, support and deliver operational and strategic objectives.
• To work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, liaising with those involved to ensure the appropriate imaging, ESWL treatment, reporting and management of the patient is provided when and where necessary.
• Provide regular feedback to the Lead Lithotripsy Urology Consultant Lead and support clinical audits for this service. To provide leadership, supervision and specialist advice and expertise across the multi-disciplinary team.
• To ensure all aspects of clinical governance relating to their practice are delivered and monitored including being responsible for assurances of clinical competence, shared learning and leading regular peer review audits, ensuring effective plans are in place for any training needs identified.
• To actively develop the service in conjunction with national and local NHS guidelines and directives and ensure that staff promote patient advocacy and communicate effectively with other health care professionals.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-AHP-B8A-8388763

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide clinical reports for the range of imaging examinations within their scope of practice, suggesting a diagnosis or differential diagnosis, advising on follow-up and taking appropriate action when this is required urgently, offering consultancy regarding radiographic diagnosis when approached by clinicians / practitioners that require advice.
• To provide leadership for the Lithotripsy service and maintain the highest level of expertise and competency within the specialty. Includes coordinating stone MDT and correspondent ESWL reviews and triaging referrals both from within the organisation and externally referred.
• Perform the range of diagnostic radiography procedures as required for the Lithotripsy service, managing patient priority as appropriate. Support service diagnostics expansion.
• To contribute to future departmental development including service and business planning and equipment procurement.
• Set and maintain a high professional and technical standard of work and ensure all staff in the lithotripsy service maintain similar standards.
• Lead peer and self-audit amongst the Lithotripsy team and maintain accurate records and encourage reflective process.
• Conduct research and lead audits to support and develop the Lithotripsy service.
• To monitor and control finance and is accountable for expenditure in own areas of responsibility. To manage a timely efficient and cost-effective service within allocated resources. Act as budget holder responsible for stock control and purchase of consumables and necessary equipment for the service within budgetary limits.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Job description Job responsibilities To provide clinical reports for the range of imaging examinations within their scope of practice, suggesting a diagnosis or differential diagnosis, advising on follow-up and taking appropriate action when this is required urgently, offering consultancy regarding radiographic diagnosis when approached by clinicians / practitioners that require advice. To provide leadership for the Lithotripsy service and maintain the highest level of expertise and competency within the specialty. Includes coordinating stone MDT and correspondent ESWL reviews and triaging referrals both from within the organisation and externally referred. Perform the range of diagnostic radiography procedures as required for the Lithotripsy service, managing patient priority as appropriate. Support service diagnostics expansion. To contribute to future departmental development including service and business planning and equipment procurement. Set and maintain a high professional and technical standard of work and ensure all staff in the lithotripsy service maintain similar standards. Lead peer and self-audit amongst the Lithotripsy team and maintain accurate records and encourage reflective process. Conduct research and lead audits to support and develop the Lithotripsy service. To monitor and control finance and is accountable for expenditure in own areas of responsibility. To manage a timely efficient and cost-effective service within allocated resources. Act as budget holder responsible for stock control and purchase of consumables and necessary equipment for the service within budgetary limits. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oBSc Hons or equivalent in diagnostic radiography. oHCPC Registered. oPostgraduate qualification in relevant field and Master's qualification in relevant field or equivalent significant experience

Desirable

• oExperience in management or supervision in the health service. oRadiation Protection Supervisor certification oPostgraduate CASE accredited qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• oExtensive and wide-ranging NHS experience in diagnostic radiography across a range of modalities. oExtensive post registration experience with shockwave lithotripsy and relevant clinical pathways oEvidence of team leadership or supervisory role in current position with involvement in HR and recruitment processes. oExperience as a member and facilitator of multidisciplinary teams. oExperience of developing and implementing audit and surveys for evaluation purposes.? oTraining / mentoring experience.? oExperience of co-ordinating staff and processes to optimise service provision. oExperience of urological imaging oPractical experience in teaching patients and staff.

Desirable

• oExperience in diagnostic ultrasound practice. oAbility to contribute to ultrasound service delivery within scope of practice. oWillingness to undertake ultrasound training to support future service requirements oExperience in post graduate teaching, provision of formal lectures. oParticipation in an NHS leadership programme oQuality improvement knowledge and experience.?Previous involvement at senior level of workforce and process re-design. oMentorship / coaching qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge and understanding of Lithotripsy procedures and associated clinical pathways. oKnowledge of current policies and legislation affecting service delivery. oEvidence of relevant continuing professional development. oExperience of service user involvement.? oExtensive knowledge of multi-vendor Imaging equipment.? oA good understanding of and adherence to clinical governance and risk management. oKnowledge of Windows, and Office computer software PowerPoint, Excel.

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of budgetary constraints and financial management

Skills

Essential

• oWell-developed clinical skills, ability to work with clinical accuracy and attention to detail. oPhysical skills to enable accurate manipulation of clinical radiography systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images and reports. oAbility to operate lithotripter machine to accurately provide treatment. oProven analytical and process skills. oExcellent leadership and team building ability.? oExcellent communication and people skills with the ability to empathise, engage, motivate and influence at all levels.? oAbility to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information daily in a compassionate and empathetic manner. oExcellent problem-solving skills.? oExcellent organisational abilities. Ability to work under pressure and deliver deadlines. ? oExperience of windows-based computer systems. oAbility to identify areas for change and prioritise as appropriate to meet deadlines.? oExcellent understanding of customer focussed practice, customer needs and expectations. oAbility to deal with conflict, able to confidently reassure both patients and staff.? oTime management skills.? oCore Management Skills.? oRecruitment and selection training.? oAppraisal Training.? oAbility to present to large groups

Desirable

• oExperience in facilitation oProven ability in negotiation skills oGood organisational and oral presentation skills. oExperience in writing business cases and departmental policies and procedures oAbility to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oBSc Hons or equivalent in diagnostic radiography. oHCPC Registered. oPostgraduate qualification in relevant field and Master's qualification in relevant field or equivalent significant experience Desirable oExperience in management or supervision in the health service. oRadiation Protection Supervisor certification oPostgraduate CASE accredited qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent Experience Essential oExtensive and wide-ranging NHS experience in diagnostic radiography across a range of modalities. oExtensive post registration experience with shockwave lithotripsy and relevant clinical pathways oEvidence of team leadership or supervisory role in current position with involvement in HR and recruitment processes. oExperience as a member and facilitator of multidisciplinary teams. oExperience of developing and implementing audit and surveys for evaluation purposes.? oTraining / mentoring experience.? oExperience of co-ordinating staff and processes to optimise service provision. oExperience of urological imaging oPractical experience in teaching patients and staff. Desirable oExperience in diagnostic ultrasound practice. oAbility to contribute to ultrasound service delivery within scope of practice. oWillingness to undertake ultrasound training to support future service requirements oExperience in post graduate teaching, provision of formal lectures. oParticipation in an NHS leadership programme oQuality improvement knowledge and experience.?Previous involvement at senior level of workforce and process re-design. oMentorship / coaching qualification Knowledge Essential oKnowledge and understanding of Lithotripsy procedures and associated clinical pathways. oKnowledge of current policies and legislation affecting service delivery. oEvidence of relevant continuing professional development. oExperience of service user involvement.? oExtensive knowledge of multi-vendor Imaging equipment.? oA good understanding of and adherence to clinical governance and risk management. oKnowledge of Windows, and Office computer software PowerPoint, Excel. Desirable oUnderstanding of budgetary constraints and financial management Skills Essential oWell-developed clinical skills, ability to work with clinical accuracy and attention to detail. oPhysical skills to enable accurate manipulation of clinical radiography systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images and reports. oAbility to operate lithotripter machine to accurately provide treatment. oProven analytical and process skills. oExcellent leadership and team building ability.? oExcellent communication and people skills with the ability to empathise, engage, motivate and influence at all levels.? oAbility to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information daily in a compassionate and empathetic manner. oExcellent problem-solving skills.? oExcellent organisational abilities. Ability to work under pressure and deliver deadlines. ? oExperience of windows-based computer systems. oAbility to identify areas for change and prioritise as appropriate to meet deadlines.? oExcellent understanding of customer focussed practice, customer needs and expectations. oAbility to deal with conflict, able to confidently reassure both patients and staff.? oTime management skills.? oCore Management Skills.? oRecruitment and selection training.? oAppraisal Training.? oAbility to present to large groups Desirable oExperience in facilitation oProven ability in negotiation skills oGood organisational and oral presentation skills. oExperience in writing business cases and departmental policies and procedures oAbility to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners. Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an opportunity to join our friendly and forward-thinking radiotherapy physics team atNorth Middlesex Hospitalin North London as aBand 7 Radiotherapy Physicist. This post is ideally suited to candidates who have recently completed the STP and achieved HCPC registration, or those nearing completion and looking to develop strong clinical and technical skills within a supportive team. Our radiotherapy service is equipped with Varian TrueBeam and Halcyon linacs, with Varian Eclipse used for all treatment planning. We have recently commissioned a TrueBeam equipped with HyperSight and AlignRT for SGRT. We also have an XStrahl treatment unit for superficial radiotherapy. The department provides a comprehensive physics service across treatment planning, machine QA, and molecular radiotherapy. You will be able to rotate through each section and contribute to service improvement and innovation alongside routine clinical work. Ongoing developments include knowledge-based planning, QA automation with RadMachine, planning with RapidArcDynamic, and lots more besides. The team includes 10 clinical scientists (including this post), 6 dosimetrists, and 6 engineering and technical staff, creating a collaborative and well-supported working environment. Flexible working is supported across the Trust, with a hybrid model combining on-site and remote working.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate in the general Radiotherapy Physics service provision to the North Middlesex Hospital site. The post holder may be required to specialise in one or more sections within the Radiotherapy Physics service.

The physicist's role is to ensure the safe delivery of the Radiotherapy Physics service assisting the Head of the service as well as the designated Medical Physics Experts in their various areas of responsibility.

The post holder will be responsible to the Deputy Head of Radiotherapy Physics and to the Principal Physicists when working in their specific areas.

The post holder will also be expected to work closely with Radiotherapy Radiographers, Clinical Oncologists and Specialist Radiotherapy Registrars.

About us

North Mid is part of North Central London integrated care system - consisting of the NHS and Local authority organisations in Camden, Islington, Barnet, Enfield and Haringey. As with other ICS's, we are working increasingly closely with partners and indeed many of our financial and performance objectives are measured at this system level. Whilst all organisations remain as standalone, statutory bodies we have an ICS infrastructure for making shared decisions and agreeing shared approaches.

We are proud of our staff and want to ensure their training allows them to provide excellent clinical care. We are also a training unit for medical students from UCL and St George's University Grenada, and for nursing and midwifery students from Middlesex and City Universities.

Take a tour of our hospital here

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum including HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-NMUH-7617724-C

Job locations

North Middlesex University Hospital

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1.1. Clinical Scientific

1.1. Produce routine and complex treatment plans for external beam radiotherapy. Use computerised planning systems to design and customise treatment plans. Take responsibility for the accurate production of individualised treatment plans and associated dosimetry calculations.

1.2. Advise clinical staff on the effects of various treatment plan options on patient dose distributions. Discuss and agree approaches with clinical staff to create optimum treatment plans and advise on aspects of the treatment and patient set-up, as required.

1.3. Check and approve routine and complex treatment plans, dose calculations and templates produced by other members of staff.

2.2. General

2.1. Provide support to Physics computing in Radiotherapy. Write software to the requirements of the department and adapt existing software packages as required. Monitor and resolve problems on computing systems in Radiotherapy and Radiotherapy Physics.

2.2. Participate in acceptance testing and commissioning of new equipment as appropriate.

Please see the Job Description and the Persons Specification for further details about the job role.

Job description Job responsibilities 1.1. Clinical Scientific 1.1. Produce routine and complex treatment plans for external beam radiotherapy. Use computerised planning systems to design and customise treatment plans. Take responsibility for the accurate production of individualised treatment plans and associated dosimetry calculations. 1.2. Advise clinical staff on the effects of various treatment plan options on patient dose distributions. Discuss and agree approaches with clinical staff to create optimum treatment plans and advise on aspects of the treatment and patient set-up, as required. 1.3. Check and approve routine and complex treatment plans, dose calculations and templates produced by other members of staff. 2.2. General 2.1. Provide support to Physics computing in Radiotherapy. Write software to the requirements of the department and adapt existing software packages as required. Monitor and resolve problems on computing systems in Radiotherapy and Radiotherapy Physics. 2.2. Participate in acceptance testing and commissioning of new equipment as appropriate. Please see the Job Description and the Persons Specification for further details about the job role.

Person Specification

Education and Professional Qualifications

Essential

• (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a physical science or equivalent.
• Relevant Masters degree or equivalent
• IPEM training exit certificate or equivalent experience
• Registration as Clinical Scientist with HCPC or achievement within 12 months f appointment

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the clinical environment with patients and clinical staff
• Good knowledge of radiotherapy physics, radiotherapy techniques and clinical applications
• Knowledge of appropriate legislation
• Knowledge of relevant anatomy, physiology and pathology

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to communicate technical material to colleagues and other professionals
• Able to deal with complex and unpredictable situations
• Ability to organise own workload
• Exhibits independent approach to problem solving
• Exhibits a keen interest in research and development

Personal qualities and attributes

Essential

• Ability to work as one of a team
• Personal presentation acceptable to clinical staff and patients.
• Ability to show a sympathetic and caring attitude to patients of diverse cultures

Person Specification Education and Professional Qualifications Essential (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a physical science or equivalent. Relevant Masters degree or equivalent IPEM training exit certificate or equivalent experience Registration as Clinical Scientist with HCPC or achievement within 12 months f appointment Experience Essential Experience in the clinical environment with patients and clinical staff Good knowledge of radiotherapy physics, radiotherapy techniques and clinical applications Knowledge of appropriate legislation Knowledge of relevant anatomy, physiology and pathology Skills and aptitudes Essential Ability to communicate technical material to colleagues and other professionals Able to deal with complex and unpredictable situations Ability to organise own workload Exhibits independent approach to problem solving Exhibits a keen interest in research and development Personal qualities and attributes Essential Ability to work as one of a team Personal presentation acceptable to clinical staff and patients. Ability to show a sympathetic and caring attitude to patients of diverse cultures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex University Hospital

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex University Hospital

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and motivated HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographer to join our Ultrasound Workforce Development Programme.

This progressive post offers a structured development pathway into Sonography. The successful candidate will initially be employed as a Band 6 Diagnostic Radiographer and will be required to work within the General X-Ray service at Rugby St Cross Hospital for a minimum of at least 12 monthsbefore commencing formal ultrasound training.

Applicants must hold current HCPC registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer with a minimum of 2 years post graduate experience at the point of application.

Candidates who do not hold HCPC registration will not be eligible for this position.

Following successful completion of the initial minimum 12 month period in X-Ray, the postholder will be supported to undertake postgraduate ultrasound education and progress through a structured training programme towards autonomous Sonographer practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a radiographer seeking a long term career in ultrasound within a supportive department committed to workforce development, education and high-quality patient care.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Work within the General X-Ray Service at Rugby St Cross Hospital for a minimum of 12 months, providing a high-quality diagnostic imaging service.
• Perform a range of general radiographic examinations, ensuring safe and effective patient care.
• Support service delivery across the wider Imaging Department, including theatre and emergency imaging where appropriate.
• Develop the clinical knowledge, skills and experience required to progress onto the Trust's Ultrasound training pathway.
• Maintain HCPC registration and engage in continuous professional development.
• Participate in departmental rotas, including out-of-hours and on-call duties where required.
• Following successful completion of the development period, undertake postgraduate ultrasound training and supervised clinical practice towards qualification as an Advanced Practitioner Sonographer.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-AHP-B6-8380624

Job locations

Univeristy Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

An exciting opportunity for an HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographer to join our Sonographer development pathway.

The successful candidate will work within the General X-Ray Service at Rugby St Cross Hospital for a minimum of 12 months, gaining essential clinical experience before progressing to postgraduate ultrasound training. Once enrolled onto the ultrasound training pathway, the postgraduate course and associated clinical competency programme would typically take a further 18-24 months to complete.

You will deliver high quality patient care, support imaging services, and develop the skills required to become a qualified Sonographer within a structured and supported training programme.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Job description Job responsibilities An exciting opportunity for an HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographer to join our Sonographer development pathway. The successful candidate will work within the General X-Ray Service at Rugby St Cross Hospital for a minimum of 12 months, gaining essential clinical experience before progressing to postgraduate ultrasound training. Once enrolled onto the ultrasound training pathway, the postgraduate course and associated clinical competency programme would typically take a further 18-24 months to complete. You will deliver high quality patient care, support imaging services, and develop the skills required to become a qualified Sonographer within a structured and supported training programme. For further details please see the attached job description. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oBSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography oHCPC Registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer.

Desirable

• oEvidence of postgraduate study. Teaching, mentorship or assessor qualification.

Experience

Essential

• oSubstantial post registration Diagnostic Radiography experience. oExperience working within a busy acute NHS imaging department. oExperience undertaking a range of general radiographic examinations. oExperience in Theatre Imaging. oExperience participating in an on-call and/or out-of-hours service. oExperience supporting students or junior staff.

Desirable

• oPrevious exposure to Ultrasound services. oExperience within specialist imaging areas such as CT, MRI, DEXA or Interventional Imaging.

Knowledge

Essential

• oUnderstanding of professional and clinical governance requirements. oKnowledge of IR(ME)R and radiation protection legislation. oUnderstanding of patient-centred care principles. oDemonstrable commitment to pursuing a career in Ultrasound

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of the postgraduate Ultrasound training pathway. oAwareness of current developments in Ultrasound practice.

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. oAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. oAbility to prioritise workload and work under pressure. oGood organisational and time management skills. oAbility to supervise and support others. oIT skills appropriate to clinical practice and postgraduate study.

Desirable

• oExperience contributing to service improvement initiatives. oPresentation or teaching skills.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oBSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography oHCPC Registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer. Desirable oEvidence of postgraduate study. Teaching, mentorship or assessor qualification. Experience Essential oSubstantial post registration Diagnostic Radiography experience. oExperience working within a busy acute NHS imaging department. oExperience undertaking a range of general radiographic examinations. oExperience in Theatre Imaging. oExperience participating in an on-call and/or out-of-hours service. oExperience supporting students or junior staff. Desirable oPrevious exposure to Ultrasound services. oExperience within specialist imaging areas such as CT, MRI, DEXA or Interventional Imaging. Knowledge Essential oUnderstanding of professional and clinical governance requirements. oKnowledge of IR(ME)R and radiation protection legislation. oUnderstanding of patient-centred care principles. oDemonstrable commitment to pursuing a career in Ultrasound Desirable oUnderstanding of the postgraduate Ultrasound training pathway. oAwareness of current developments in Ultrasound practice. Skills Essential oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. oAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. oAbility to prioritise workload and work under pressure. oGood organisational and time management skills. oAbility to supervise and support others. oIT skills appropriate to clinical practice and postgraduate study. Desirable oExperience contributing to service improvement initiatives. oPresentation or teaching skills. Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

Univeristy Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

Univeristy Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistantto join our dedicated and dynamic Theatre team at Southend Hospital, part of Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work alongside Registered Nurses and Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care within a busy theatre environment. You will play a vital role in supporting patients throughout their surgical journey while contributing to the smooth and efficient running of theatre services.

This role offers the opportunity to gain experience across a range of surgical specialties, develop specialist theatre knowledge and skills, and be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent patient outcomes. We are passionate about staff development and will support you in building your clinical knowledge and competencies in line with the Trust's career pathways and development opportunities.

If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to providing outstanding patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your healthcare career with our Theatre team at Southend Hospital.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake all tasks requested by the Registered Nurses and ODP's in theatres.
• Assist the theatre team in the preparation of the operating theatre.
• Help assist in the safe positioning of patients in theatre, pre-peri and post-operatively.
• Provide the theatre team with consumables and equipment, as required.
• Ensure the theatre is clean and tidy.
• Ensure adequate stock of scrub room consumables. eg: Surgical Gowns, Gloves etc.
• Remove dirty trays, linen bags and clinical waste bags after each case and ensure the theatre is ready for the next case.
• Clean theatres before and after each theatre session.
• To circulate during procedures, setting up for the list as required and taking part in instrument and final swab checks.
• Undertake equipment safety checks and trouble shoot as required.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

390-NR-TAC-SO-7963

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff on Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.

Job description Job responsibilities For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Literate and numerate to secondary school standard.
• Completion of Care Certificate

Desirable

• NVQ in healthcare

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a Health care environment
• Significant experience at band 2 level and achieved all competencies.

Desirable

• Previous Theatre or hospital experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Literate and numerate to secondary school standard. Completion of Care Certificate Desirable NVQ in healthcare Experience Essential Experience of working in a Health care environment Significant experience at band 2 level and achieved all competencies. Desirable Previous Theatre or hospital experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff on Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff on Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a clinical or counselling psychologist with significant CAMHS eating disorder (including ARFID) experience? This fixed term (maternity cover) post offers the opportunity to develop in a senior psychology role, with a focus on our severe ARFID pathway.

The service is the multidisciplinary North Central London (Royal Free) community CAMHS Eating Disorders team, and we provide community treatment for young people with eating disorders including ARFID. We have a lively and supportive psychology team, and as a senior member you would provide supervision and line management to junior colleagues.

Our service began providing care for young people with severe ARFID presentations two years ago. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development and leadership of this pathway.

Clinical work would be split between ARFID and other eating disorder presentations.

We are a large and friendly MDT based in Hampstead in North London. There is plenty of opportunity for CPD and training, and to be involved in research. Visits and enquiries are welcome.

Main duties of the job

Providing evidence-based treatments (FTAN, FTBN, CBTE, CBT-AR, AFT) for child and adolescent eating disorders as part of the multidisciplinary team, and in conjunction with partner agencies.

Providing psychological therapy focussed on common psychological maintaining factors for eating disorders, such as anxiety, mood problems, perfectionism, poor self-esteem, and emotion regulation difficulties.

Providing consultation and supervision to the team.

Contributing to ARFID service development and leadership.

About us

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger organisation provides an opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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Job summary

We are looking at recruiting a healthcare assistants who are passionate about gaining knowledge and practice around orthopaedic surgery and care. Notley ward is a fast pace 28 trauma orthopaedic unit whom take from Accident and Emergency admissions as well as elective patients. We liaise with ortho surgeons and other health care professionals in order to deliver the best care. Notley ward is a team of diverse and professional people who work to the higher standards of care whilst maintaining a personal and friendly approach. All members of our team are compassionate and friendly individuals all with their own experiences.

Working on Notley you will gain skills and training on how to care for patients who are awaiting and have had surgery which require post operative care and reablement. You will also gain experience on end of life and palliative care and knowledge about both ortho and medical care. Training is provided for those who have little or no experience with the guidance and support of the Notley team. For those who want to further their skills there are opportunities to develop professionally by becoming one of Notley's link nurses in nutrition, tissue viability, sepsis or falls.

Main duties of the job

As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families.

Examples of what you may do as part of your role

Washing and dressing patients

Serving meals and feeding patients

Helping patients to move around

Making beds

Talking to patients and their families

Monitoring patient condition

Skills and personal attributes needed

Caring and kind

Cheerful and friendly

Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting

Able to follow direct instructions

Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative

Have good listening and communication skills

Be well organised

Full time and part time positions are available, and we are open to discuss flexible working arrangements. This opportunity is available for candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

About us

The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a 'one workforce' cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education, and experience of Healthcare Assistants.

Successful candidates to this role will be able to access the additional support provided by the HCA Academy following their induction with MSEFT. This includes development opportunities, pastoral support, staff rewards and access to HCA exclusive resources such as HCA App.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team in the London Borough of Haringey, working for Whittington Health NHS Trust. The post is a part time (22.5 hrs/week) based at Tynemouth Road Health Centre in Tottenham and in the special schools within the borough. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing care to babies, children and young people with a range of needs including those who are enterally fed, autistic young people and babies and children with feeding difficulties. The trust offers excellent opportunities to develop personal and professional skills through well supported training and development initiatives.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide direct clinical care to babies and children in the community with a range of conditions and disabilities. We deliver services in the community from our base in Tynemouth Road and our special schools from ages 0-19. The caseload consists of children who are enterally fed as well as autistic young people with restricted eating and babies and younger children with complex needs.

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trust believes that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job summary

We are looking at recruiting a healthcare assistants who are passionate about gaining knowledge and practice around orthopaedic surgery and care. Notley ward is a fast pace 28 trauma orthopaedic unit whom take from Accident and Emergency admissions as well as elective patients. We liaise with ortho surgeons and other health care professionals in order to deliver the best care. Notley ward is a team of diverse and professional people who work to the higher standards of care whilst maintaining a personal and friendly approach. All members of our team are compassionate and friendly individuals all with their own experiences.

Working on Notley you will gain skills and training on how to care for patients who are awaiting and have had surgery which require post operative care and reablement. You will also gain experience on end of life and palliative care and knowledge about both ortho and medical care. Training is provided for those who have little or no experience with the guidance and support of the Notley team. For those who want to further their skills there are opportunities to develop professionally by becoming one of Notley's link nurses in nutrition, tissue viability, sepsis or falls.

Main duties of the job

As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families.

Examples of what you may do as part of your role

Washing and dressing patients

Serving meals and feeding patients

Helping patients to move around

Making beds

Talking to patients and their families

Monitoring patient condition

Skills and personal attributes needed

Caring and kind

Cheerful and friendly

Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting

Able to follow direct instructions

Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative

Have good listening and communication skills

Be well organised

Full time and part time positions are available, and we are open to discuss flexible working arrangements. This opportunity is available for candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

About us

The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a 'one workforce' cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education, and experience of Healthcare Assistants.

Successful candidates to this role will be able to access the additional support provided by the HCA Academy following their induction with MSEFT. This includes development opportunities, pastoral support, staff rewards and access to HCA exclusive resources such as HCA App.

Job summary

Rotational Occupational Therapist, Band 6

The vacancy is for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a mixed rotation at Whittington Health. Previous experience of working in the acute setting is desirable and prior experience/a working knowledge of the UK healthcare system.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication, be organised and ready to face the challenge of working in a fast paced environment.

This role is fixed term until 31st March 2027 with potential of extension

The rotations available are:

Whittington Health NHS Trust

1. Orthopaedics

2. Long length of stay rehabilitation ward

3. Care of Older People

4. Respiratory

5. START Team - Admission Avoidance/ Early Discharge Service

6. Islington Locality rehab team

7. Hand Therapy

North London Foundation Trust

8. Older adult's Dementia specialist ward - Garnett ward at the Highgate East Mental Health Centre

Camden & North West London NHS Foundation Trust

8. Camden Rapid Access Services - Urgent Community Response, Discharge to Assess and Hospital @ Home

9. St Pancras Rehabilitation Unit (SPRU) - Neuro-pathology rehabilitation

10. SPRU - Musculoskeletal / Multi-pathology rehabilitation

11. SPRU - Pathway 1, Early Supported Discharge Pathway

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

Undertake Occupational Therapy assessment of patients with often complex physical, psychological and social presentations. With advanced clinical reasoning skills provide a treatment plan and deliver appropriate interventions .

Be responsible for managing own caseload and in some cases work without direct supervision.

Supervise Band 5 rotational staff, students and support staff and provide therapy related information advice to other health care professionals in the specific clinical area.

Undertake activities which contribute to own continuing professional development which may include, audit, evidence based learning and quality improvement projects to further own and teams clinical practice.

On occasion, lead on the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to development of service protocols.

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trust believes that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job summary

Would you enjoy working with a small team of psychological professionals in a general hospital environment. We offer psychological assessment and intervention to people who have experienced a wide range of physical health conditions and are struggling with the physical, emotional and practical consequences of their diagnosis and treatment. We work with multidisciplinary colleagues directly with pain management provision or indirectly through supervision groups.

You would be working in a service provided by UHCW under a service level agreement into the George Eliot Hospital (GEH). We provide the general Clinical Health Psychological Service which accepts referrals from most clinical areas within the hospital, a paediatric diabetes post and a stroke rehabilitation post provided under this SLA. You will be part of Psychological Service at UHCW which delivers psychological care within UHCW, outpatients and Coventry community health provision. We are a welcoming team the successful applicant will work collaboratively with psychological colleagues across GEH and UHCW.

A full UK driving license is essential for this post. Please note that an international driving license is not accepted.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• To work as a Clinical/Counselling/Health Psychologist within the Severe Intestinal Failure (SIF) Psychology Team. To provide a psychological approach as part of an interdisciplinary team, which include Allied Health Professionals, Nursing and Medics, providing services to adults referred into the UHCW Severe Intestinal Failure (SIF) Service.
• To be responsible for managing a caseload and working with the wider multidisciplinary team to support the care needs of patients referred into SIF.
• To provide specialist evidenced-based psychological assessment and treatment of complex cases, requiring detailed analysis, formulation and interventions so as to maximise quality of life.
• To provide specialist advice and consultation to a range of multi-agency professionals and non-professional carers, and utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development.
• To work autonomously within the professional guidelines and overall framework of the Trust and team's policies and procedures.
• To follow defined care pathways and other relevant pathways as required.
• To assist in the quality and activity monitoring systems

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

218-AHP-B8A-8385130

Job locations

George Elliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work as an autonomous practitioner to the standards within professional guidelines and relevant clinical standards such as the HCPC Code of Conduct
• Adhere to the Trusts policies and procedures and report any difficulties in their application to line management.
• Participate in the appropriate supervision systems including carrying out clinical supervision of Trainee Clinical Psychologists and professionals from other disciplines as appropriate.
• Be responsible for own practice by seeking advice as required from the Consultant Clinical Psychologist.
• To interpret and apply advanced evidence-based theoretical and clinical information from the highly specialist fields of Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology, Health Psychology, Behavioural Therapy etc. to the highly complex assessment, formulation and management of the patient group.
• To undertake risk assessment and risk management for relevant individual patients and to provide specialist advice for other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management.
• To contribute to the reduction of risk in areas of responsibility.

To provide highly specialist psychological assessments and therapy of people with physical health conditions using highly complex psychological data gained from a wide variety of sources. This will include inpatient and outpatient referrals to the clinical health psychology service at George Eliot Hospital

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Job description Job responsibilities Work as an autonomous practitioner to the standards within professional guidelines and relevant clinical standards such as the HCPC Code of Conduct Adhere to the Trusts policies and procedures and report any difficulties in their application to line management. Participate in the appropriate supervision systems including carrying out clinical supervision of Trainee Clinical Psychologists and professionals from other disciplines as appropriate. Be responsible for own practice by seeking advice as required from the Consultant Clinical Psychologist. To interpret and apply advanced evidence-based theoretical and clinical information from the highly specialist fields of Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology, Health Psychology, Behavioural Therapy etc. to the highly complex assessment, formulation and management of the patient group. To undertake risk assessment and risk management for relevant individual patients and to provide specialist advice for other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management. To contribute to the reduction of risk in areas of responsibility. To provide highly specialist psychological assessments and therapy of people with physical health conditions using highly complex psychological data gained from a wide variety of sources. This will include inpatient and outpatient referrals to the clinical health psychology service at George Eliot Hospital For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDoctorate in Clinical Psychology (or recognised equivalent) oRegistered as a Clinical/ Counselling/Health Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Desirable

• oEvidence of continuing professional development in the area of physical health

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working with a range of clients, presenting with a range of clinical severity and maintenance of professionalism in challenging circumstances. oExperience of applying psychological theory and practice with patients living with acute and chronic health issues and other issues regarding adaptation to physical conditions. oExperience of tailoring psychological assessment and intervention to individual needs. oExperience of team working. oExperience of applying psychology in different cultural contexts.

Desirable

• oExperience of working within an Acute hospital setting oExperience of teaching, training and clinical supervision. oExperience in providing consultancy to colleagues.

Knowledge

Essential

• oDoctoral level knowledge of clinical/counselling/health psychology including highly developed knowledge of lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and two or more distinct psychological therapies. oKnowledge of legislation in relation to the client group oDoctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of Clinical/Counselling/Health Psychology.

Desirable

• oKnowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist assessment methods and therapeutic approaches in relation to physical illness and or disability oDoctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field

Skills

Essential

• oSkills in the use of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. oA high level ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional persons within and outside the NHS.

Desirable

• oSkills in providing consultation to other professional and non professional groups. oAbility to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to other team members and staff exposed to highly distressing situations. oA commitment to the evaluation of services, enthusiasm for both multi-professional and uni professional audit, and a wish to continue to develop expertise in the service area

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oDoctorate in Clinical Psychology (or recognised equivalent) oRegistered as a Clinical/ Counselling/Health Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council. Desirable oEvidence of continuing professional development in the area of physical health Experience Essential oExperience of working with a range of clients, presenting with a range of clinical severity and maintenance of professionalism in challenging circumstances. oExperience of applying psychological theory and practice with patients living with acute and chronic health issues and other issues regarding adaptation to physical conditions. oExperience of tailoring psychological assessment and intervention to individual needs. oExperience of team working. oExperience of applying psychology in different cultural contexts. Desirable oExperience of working within an Acute hospital setting oExperience of teaching, training and clinical supervision. oExperience in providing consultancy to colleagues. Knowledge Essential oDoctoral level knowledge of clinical/counselling/health psychology including highly developed knowledge of lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and two or more distinct psychological therapies. oKnowledge of legislation in relation to the client group oDoctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of Clinical/Counselling/Health Psychology. Desirable oKnowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist assessment methods and therapeutic approaches in relation to physical illness and or disability oDoctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field Skills Essential oSkills in the use of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. oA high level ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional persons within and outside the NHS. Desirable oSkills in providing consultation to other professional and non professional groups. oAbility to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to other team members and staff exposed to highly distressing situations. oA commitment to the evaluation of services, enthusiasm for both multi-professional and uni professional audit, and a wish to continue to develop expertise in the service area Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

George Elliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

George Elliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join our highly specialist Paediatric Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) team and help shape the future of care for children and young people living with PCD.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly motivated Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist to join our internationally recognised Paediatric PCD Service.

Physiotherapy is central to the treatment and long-term management of Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), a rare, lifelong genetic condition affecting approximately 1 in 7,500 people in the UK. Our specialist paediatric service currently supports more than 170 children and young people, delivering expert, family-centred care across a range of settings.

This unique role offers the opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice, leadership, and service development within one of the UK's leading specialist respiratory services. Working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, including Band 7 Paediatric PCD Physiotherapist and Clinical Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in leading, coordinating, and continually developing physiotherapy services for children and young people with PCD.

Main duties of the job

You will provide highly specialist physiotherapy assessment and intervention within outpatient clinics at The Royal Brompton Hospital, support children and young people admitted to Evelina London Children's Hospital, and deliver specialist care within homes, schools, and shared-care clinics. This integrated approach ensures seamless care across both community and acute settings. You will also contribute to the paediatric physiotherapy service at weekends and out of hours on call.

This is a varied and rewarding role offering significant professional autonomy within a supportive and highly skilled multidisciplinary team. You will manage complex clinical presentations, develop meaningful long-term therapeutic relationships with children and families, and contribute to innovative models of care that enable children and young people to lead active, healthy lives.

As a senior member of the team, you will be encouraged to lead service developments, contribute to audit and research activities, support education and training initiatives, and provide mentorship to junior colleagues and students. You will also have the opportunity to be part of a national PCD physiotherapy network. We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer excellent opportunities to further develop your clinical, leadership, quality improvement, and research skills within a nationally and internationally recognised service.

About us

We are looking for someone who:

• Has substantial post-registration experience in respiratory physiotherapy, including paediatric respiratory care.
• Demonstrates excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and leadership skills.
• Is passionate about delivering outstanding, family-centred care for children and young people with PCD.
• Thrives in both autonomous practice and collaborative multidisciplinary working.
• Is motivated to contribute to service development, education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Enjoys working across a variety of clinical environments, including outpatient, inpatient, community, home, and school settings.

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading specialist paediatric PCD services.
• A diverse and rewarding role spanning community, outpatient, and inpatient settings.
• Close collaboration with an expert multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
• Opportunities to influence service innovation, lead quality improvement projects, and contribute to research.
• Excellent support for continuing professional development, leadership development, and career progression.
• The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families.

If you are an experienced respiratory physiotherapist looking for your next challenge and are passionate about delivering exceptional specialist respiratory care, we would love to hear from you.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the pharmacy team at Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals. This role and is based at Royal Brompton Hospital within our established, developed, and well-resourced pharmacy department. We are looking for a committed, highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who will contribute to our ongoing success. You will work as part of a friendly and supportive team of pharmacy assistants, pharmacy technicians and pharmacists.This is a great opportunity for a person to work as the purchasing and distribution manager based at Royal Brompton Hospital. We are looking for either a pharmacy technician, pharmacy assistant or pharmacy administrator, who has experience in purchasing and ready to take on a senior role.This post is based at the Royal Brompton Site, with a commitment to Harefield hospital and need to be able to work flexibly across all GSTT sites.

Main duties of the job

To manage the operational running of the Pharmacy Purchasing Office, ensuring that staff are allocated to respond to workload. To ensure ordering and invoicing of pharmaceuticals, including medical and special gases is undertaken according to Trust procedures and that office systems and equipment are maintained.

To deputise for the Pharmacy Purchasing and Distribution Lead.

To be responsible for ensuring there is an efficient Pharmacy stock and medicines management service on assigned wards and ensuring the ward stock is correctly stored and stock rotated, liaising with pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and ward staff.

To manage the purchasing, supply and stock levels of medical and special gases.

To maintain Pharmacy computer files with current prices and contract details

To investigate purchasing and invoicing queries to a successful conclusion.

To provide support to the Harefield pharmacy distribution team site, ensuring procedures are followed, invoicing is up to date and queries are resolved in a timely way.

To ensure that infection prevention and control (IPC) is an integral part of service delivery.

If a pharmacy technician, support the dispensary as an accredited checking pharmacy technician.

This role is based at Royal Brompton Hospital but need to be able to work flexibly across all GSTT sites.

About us

The Royal Brompton Hospital Pharmacy department is a friendly welcoming team, who support their staff.

We work closely with our counterparts at Harefield Hospital Pharmacy, to ensure our patients get the best possible treatment for their lung and heart conditions.

Our core values are:

• We care
• We respect
• We are inclusive

Job summary

The Safe Haven service offers short-term support to clients. This service focuses on supporting episodes of emotional distress rather than providing ongoing support interventions. The service provides support interventions, including discussing self-management tools and creating Wellness Action Plans. The Second Step Team also offers clients support with managing suicidal ideation, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, low mood, social isolation, and sleep hygiene. We can offer additional support and signposting for issues such as housing, debt, health problems, drugs and alcohol use, substance misuse and unemployment.

Main duties of the job

You will be working alongside your peer Recovery Navigators, providing support to clients via the telephone, virtually, and in person. Youll have experience of working with people with mental health and complex needs, carrying out needs and risk assessments. You will need to take a holistic, recovery- and psychologically informed approach. You will have good organisational skills, be IT proficient and be able to complete client records within specific timeframes. You will have proven skills in managing risk and escalating referrals for clients who may require additional specialist support.

About us

Second Step is a leading mental health charity in the Southwest offering housing, support and hope to thousands of people with mental health and other support needs. We aim to inspire hope and deliver change for everybody and every community we work with.

Job summary

The ability to speak Welsh is Essential for this post.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated person who will provide secretarial support within the Child and Adolescent Service within Children & Young People's Division based at Talarfon, Bangor.

The successful candidate will have a good standard of education, excellent communication skills, be able to work on their own initiative and be efficient and organised with their own workload. The candidate should also have excellent keyboard skills and experience of Microsoft Office Package. The post holder will be expected to undertake a variety of duties within the role.

A good telephone manner essential. The post holder will be required to demonstrate a professional and sensitive manner and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Main duties of the job

The CAMHS Team Secretary will provide an efficient and flexible secretarial service to the CAMHS Multi-Disciplinary team. This will include, typing, electronic/paper diary management and arranging appointments and training.

The post-holder will also be expected to undertake reception duties. By the nature of the duties, the post-holder will be required to maintain strict confidentiality and will be expected to deal with patients, carers, relatives, medical staff and other visitors to the unit, in person and in writing, with courtesy and discretion at all times. The Admin Manager is generally available for reference.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job summary

Radiology Assistant working within the ultrasound departments at University Hospital Coventry, Hospital of St Cross and City of Coventry Health Centre. Providing support to patients and clinical staff.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to discuss the post with Siobhan Connolly , Ultrasound Flow Coordinator, on 02476 967193.

Previous applicants need not apply or will be rejected.

Please be advised that sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

This position is restricted to female applicants only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to a Genuine Occupational Requirement.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, reliable and highly motivated individual to join our dedicated team at our University Hospital Coventry Hospital of St Cross sites, as a Band 2 Assistant.

Shift pattern over a 7-day week (Sun-Sat).

You will be part of a large clinical team, on numerous sites, providing support to a variety of staff groups including Consultants, Nurses and Sonographers within the General Ultrasound Department. Duties involve assisting with patient care before, during and after imaging examinations, coordinating the movement of inpatients with porters, cleaning of scan rooms and stock control.

It is essential the successful candidate enjoys working with people and has a genuine interest in patient care. You must have excellent communication skills, work well as part of a team, but also have the ability to use your initiative and work individually.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-ACS-B2-7342097-EK

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assist patients in preparation for, and whilst undergoing, routine and specialised radiographic examinations. Establish and maintain a good communication channel with patients to support patient confidence.
• To observe and care for patients whilst waiting for examinations and communicate any concerns to trained staff as appropriate.
• To check patient identification and documentation in accordance with departmental protocols and clinical requests.
• Assist Radiologists, sonographers, registrars and Nurses in performing these examinations, attending to patients welfare at all times.
• Support service delivery to co-ordinate workflow and support facilities within specialised areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment ensuring adherence to Trust standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control at all times. Clean and perform routine operational maintenance on equipment as required, participating in the departmental Quality Assurance programme.
• To be familiar with, understand and apply the principles of Radiation Safety, both nationally and locally regulated or protocol led.
• To participate in the 'Out of Hours' rosters, in line with the departmental agreement to support full 7 day service delivery as part of contracted hours.
• To facilitate communication between the department and all service users, patients, relatives, staff and external users, including any adherence to Trust policies, including participation in annual appraisal/review systems.
• Communicate with patients and professional colleagues in situations that may be traumatic due to pressures of work or where the patients condition may be a barrier to comprehension and compliance, e.g. Claustrophobia, learning difficulties or injury traumatised.
• To assist with the practical experience of newly inducted staff.
• Ensure in house stock movement, especially specialist room stocks, and linen handling according to infection control standards.
• To provide support within the ultrasound department across multiple sites to include University Hospital Coventry, Rugby St Cross and the City of Coventry Health Centre.
• To assist in the implementation of all manual and electronic information systems ensuring consistently accurate data collection and recording, in support of standard data collection, performance activity, audit and Capacity and demand analysis.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities To assist patients in preparation for, and whilst undergoing, routine and specialised radiographic examinations. Establish and maintain a good communication channel with patients to support patient confidence. To observe and care for patients whilst waiting for examinations and communicate any concerns to trained staff as appropriate. To check patient identification and documentation in accordance with departmental protocols and clinical requests. Assist Radiologists, sonographers, registrars and Nurses in performing these examinations, attending to patients welfare at all times. Support service delivery to co-ordinate workflow and support facilities within specialised areas. Maintain a clean, safe environment ensuring adherence to Trust standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control at all times. Clean and perform routine operational maintenance on equipment as required, participating in the departmental Quality Assurance programme. To be familiar with, understand and apply the principles of Radiation Safety, both nationally and locally regulated or protocol led. To participate in the 'Out of Hours' rosters, in line with the departmental agreement to support full 7 day service delivery as part of contracted hours. To facilitate communication between the department and all service users, patients, relatives, staff and external users, including any adherence to Trust policies, including participation in annual appraisal/review systems. Communicate with patients and professional colleagues in situations that may be traumatic due to pressures of work or where the patients condition may be a barrier to comprehension and compliance, e.g. Claustrophobia, learning difficulties or injury traumatised. To assist with the practical experience of newly inducted staff. Ensure in house stock movement, especially specialist room stocks, and linen handling according to infection control standards. To provide support within the ultrasound department across multiple sites to include University Hospital Coventry, Rugby St Cross and the City of Coventry Health Centre. To assist in the implementation of all manual and electronic information systems ensuring consistently accurate data collection and recording, in support of standard data collection, performance activity, audit and Capacity and demand analysis. For further details please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualification / Training

Essential

• oNumerate and literate. oNVQ Level 2 in care or working towards oEvidence of significant patient care

Desirable

• oWillingness to undertake NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

• oAbility to manage own environment within recognised limitations

Desirable

• oExperience in patient care

Knowledge

Essential

• oAppreciation of patient pathways, and delivery of care

Desirable

• oAn understanding of current issues relating to the NHS

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• oBasic IT skills oFlexible approach oA good level of fitness for example able to work on your feet all day. oProfessional manner. oGood communication and interpersonal skills. oCaring and enthusiastic oCapable of dealing with stressful and sensitive situations. oAble to use initiative

Desirable

• oEvidence of time management/priority for self-study. oApproachable knows own limitations

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• o Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only o Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Person Specification Qualification / Training Essential oNumerate and literate. oNVQ Level 2 in care or working towards oEvidence of significant patient care Desirable oWillingness to undertake NVQ level 3 Experience Essential oAbility to manage own environment within recognised limitations Desirable oExperience in patient care Knowledge Essential oAppreciation of patient pathways, and delivery of care Desirable oAn understanding of current issues relating to the NHS Skills & Abilities Essential oBasic IT skills oFlexible approach oA good level of fitness for example able to work on your feet all day. oProfessional manner. oGood communication and interpersonal skills. oCaring and enthusiastic oCapable of dealing with stressful and sensitive situations. oAble to use initiative Desirable oEvidence of time management/priority for self-study. oApproachable knows own limitations Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential o Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only o Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an ideal role for a suitably qualified psychologist with a keen interest in extensive opportunities for service development and supporting patients with complex needs. We have close links to the University of Southampton's clinical psychology training course, and there are regular opportunities to have trainee clinical psychologists on placement.

We can be flexible about hours worked, though you will be asked to participate in team meetings at certain times in the week. Remote working will be limited, as this role requires working with patients on the ward and the CRHTT (Crisis Resolution Home Treatment) team.

You will be expected to hold a couple of long-term cases from the community teams, and there is also potential to work closely with the IOW acute psychology team.

Main duties of the job

As a senior clinician, with substantial clinical experience and post-qualification training, the post-holder will provide a high level of expertise across the Acute Care Services. The post-holder will oversee and co-ordinate service development and direct delivery of psychological assessment and interventions in line with the current evidence base and best practice.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Job summary

We welcome applications from organised, adaptable, and friendly individuals, who are keen to help us provide high levels of patient care and have the following attributes.

Excellent communication skills, with a clear and polite manner

Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients always

Experience of working with the public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations

Confidence to work as part of a team and ability to think on your feet

Previous medical or healthcare assistant experience

As an IUTC HCA you will be considered a key person in day-to-day clinical tasks within the IUTC team at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow. Without you, the IUTC would not function efficiently.

You will be expected to work with the shift lead and wider clinical team. You will perform ECGs, urinalysis, dressings, department audits and a range of other tasks.

You will be a helpful point of contract within the department, providing information to all patients in a courteous manner.

You will ensure that timely and accurate information about patients is entered and recorded as appropriate onto clinical systems.

Prioritising workload, you will ensure good customer service is given in often challenging and distressing situations - ensuring that the part you play enables the department to be run smoothly and harmoniously.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a kind and competent Healthcare Assistant who will be able to:

Administration of oxygen (as directed by a clinician)

Blood glucose check

Clinical Observations (BP, temperature, heart rate & oxygen saturation)

D-dimer measurement

ECG

Hand washing audits

Urinalysis

Basic life support

Assist the clinical & administrative teams to deliver & maintain high standards of care & meet the needs of the service users at the IUTC.

Provide service information and support to patients.

Work within IUTC procedural guidelines, policies and pathways.

Ensure the wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults is safeguarded in accordance with policies and procedures

Have a good standard of computer skills

Actively participate in clinical meetings as needed.

Maintain & order clinical supplies & stock control

Keep updated & be responsible for own mandatory training

Complete HCA competency framework.

Be familiar with policies & protocols.

Responsible for a safe, well maintained environment.

To cover reception duties when required.

Help with audits & ensuring that CQC standards are met & maintained.

Assist in ensuring that Health & Safety policies and procedures are followed within the IUTC.

Assist the UTC to achieve both local and national agreed targets

The above duties and responsibilities are intended to represent current priorities and are not meant to be an exhaustive list. The post holder may from time to time be asked to undertake other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade.

About us

Stellar Healthcare is the joint Lead Provider responsible for running the IUTC. As part of the collaboration with Stort Valley Healthcare and are both responsible for employing and providing staff.

The Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre (IUTC) is a GP led service supported by Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) for minor illness. It is based at Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) in Harlow and is delivered in collaboration with local system partners, including Stellar Health Care, Stort Valley Healthcare, EPUT, HCT, HUC PAH and the ICB.

The designated service operates 365 days a year, 08:00 00:00 seven days a week including bank holidays.

There is one HCA working on any given shift.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour £16.00 per hour weekdays & £17.00 per hour weekends

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

U0004-26-0003

Job locations

Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre

Princess Alexandra Hospital

Hamstel Road

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: IUTC Health Care Assistant

RESPONSIBLE TO: Operations Manager

PAY: £16.00 per hour weekdays

£17.00 per hour weekends

SHIFTS CURENTLY AVAILABLE: 07:30 - 15:00 or 15.00 - 22.00 Saturday,07.30 15.00 or 15.00 22.00Sunday

Potential to join staff bank for ad hoc shifts (weekdays and weekends), as and when available

BASE:IUTC Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH), Harlow

We are looking for an experienced healthcare assistant to join our busy team at the Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre (IUTC) in Harlow.

We welcome applications from organised, adaptable, and friendly individuals, who are keen to help us provide high levels of customer service and have the following attributes:

Excellent communication skills, with a clear and polite manner

Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients always

Experience of working with the public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations

Confidence to work as part of a team and ability to think on your feet

Previous medical or healthcare assistant experience

Assisting the Urgent Treatment Centre to achieve both local & national agreed targets

As an IUTC HCA you will be considered a key person in day-to-day clinical tasks within the IUTC team at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow.

You will be expected to work with the shift lead and wider clinical team. You will perform ECGs, urinalysis, dressings, department audits and a range of other tasks.

You will be a helpful point of contract within the department, providing appropriate response and onward directions to all patients in a courteous manner.

You will ensure that timely and accurate information about patients is entered and recorded as appropriate onto clinical systems.

Prioritising workload, you will ensure good customer service is given in often challenging and distressing situations - ensuring that the part you play enables the department to be run smoothly and harmoniously.

Main duties of the job

To assist the clinical and administrative teams to deliver and maintain high standards of care and meet the needs of the service users at the IUTC.

Providing service information and supporting anxious and distressed patients

Working within all applicable practice procedural guidelines, policies and pathways relevant to the service.

Promote and use evidence-based practice to support the clinicians to provide clinically effective care.

Ensure that the wellbeing of children/ families and vulnerable adults is safeguarded in accordance with national and local policies and procedures

Have a good standard of computer skills to enable correct data input and management.

Provide health promotion advice on an individual basis and encourage patient self-management of health and well-being.

Work cooperatively as part of a team to achieve the goals and objectives of the health care services and targets of the commissioners and providers.

Provide and maintain health promotion material.

Actively participating in clinical meetings when required.

Develop own practice & knowledge to meet changes and objectives in service

Maintain and order clinical supplies and stock control.

Keep updated and be responsible for maintaining mandatory training.

Complete HCA competency framework.

Working within the team, to participate in the development, implementation, monitoring, updating and evaluation of the service.

Be familiar with policies, protocols and guidance.

Responsible for ensuring the a safe environment

Cover reception duties when required and assist with all administration requirements.

Help with performing departmental audits and ensuring that CQC standards are met and maintained.

To always maintain a high level of customer care.

Ensuring that information is appropriately passed between systems as appropriate to facilitate the patients progress through the service

Assisting in ensuring that Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed within the IUTC setting

Assisting the Urgent Treatment Centre to achieve both local and national agreed targets

The above duties and responsibilities are intended to represent current priorities and are not meant to be an exhaustive list. The post holder may from time to time be asked to undertake other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade.

About Harlow IUTC

The Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre (IUTC) is a GP led service supported by Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) for minor illness. It is based at Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) in Harlow and is delivered in collaboration with local system partners, including Stellar Health Care, Stort Valley Healthcare, EPUT, HCT, HUC PAH and the ICB.

The designated service operates 365 days a year, 08:00 00:00 seven days a week including bank holidays.

There is one HCA working on any given shift.

About Stellar Healthcare

Stellar Healthcare is the joint Lead Provider responsible for running the IUTC. As part of the collaboration with Stort Valley Healthcare and are both responsible for employing and providing staff.

Benefits

Free staff parking

The IUTC HCA job description and the above areas of responsibility are an indication of the role and could be subject to change as the IUTC evolves with time.

Confidentiality:

The post holder may also have access to confidential information relating to patients and their careers, and other healthcare workers. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the IUTC may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to guidelines

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks, ensure there are adequate measures in place to protect staff and patients

Ensuring that health and safety, security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines are adhered to

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills e.g. TeamNet

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards

Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights

Personal/Professional Development:

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by Stort Valley Healthcare as part of this employment, such training to include:

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality, and will:

Provide a high standard of professional conduct and always care, recognising and working within own competence

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources in a manner that maintains and promotes quality

Communication:

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

Communicate effectively with other team members in the IUTC environment

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, utilising and demonstrating sensitive communication styles to ensure patients and their carers re fully informed.

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

Apply IUTC policies, standards and guidance

Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work

Participate in audit where appropriate.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB TITLE: IUTC Health Care AssistantRESPONSIBLE TO: Operations ManagerPAY: £16.00 per hour weekdays£17.00 per hour weekendsSHIFTS CURENTLY AVAILABLE: 07:30 - 15:00 or 15.00 - 22.00 Saturday,07.30 15.00 or 15.00 22.00SundayPotential to join staff bank for ad hoc shifts (weekdays and weekends), as and when availableBASE:IUTC Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH), Harlow We are looking for an experienced healthcare assistant to join our busy team at the Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre (IUTC) in Harlow.We welcome applications from organised, adaptable, and friendly individuals, who are keen to help us provide high levels of customer service and have the following attributes:Excellent communication skills, with a clear and polite mannerAbility to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients alwaysExperience of working with the public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situationsConfidence to work as part of a team and ability to think on your feetPrevious medical or healthcare assistant experience Assisting the Urgent Treatment Centre to achieve both local & national agreed targetsAs an IUTC HCA you will be considered a key person in day-to-day clinical tasks within the IUTC team at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow.You will be expected to work with the shift lead and wider clinical team. You will perform ECGs, urinalysis, dressings, department audits and a range of other tasks.You will be a helpful point of contract within the department, providing appropriate response and onward directions to all patients in a courteous manner. You will ensure that timely and accurate information about patients is entered and recorded as appropriate onto clinical systems.Prioritising workload, you will ensure good customer service is given in often challenging and distressing situations - ensuring that the part you play enables the department to be run smoothly and harmoniously.Main duties of the jobTo assist the clinical and administrative teams to deliver and maintain high standards of care and meet the needs of the service users at the IUTC.Providing service information and supporting anxious and distressed patientsWorking within all applicable practice procedural guidelines, policies and pathways relevant to the service.Promote and use evidence-based practice to support the clinicians to provide clinically effective care.Ensure that the wellbeing of children/ families and vulnerable adults is safeguarded in accordance with national and local policies and proceduresHave a good standard of computer skills to enable correct data input and management.Provide health promotion advice on an individual basis and encourage patient self-management of health and well-being.Work cooperatively as part of a team to achieve the goals and objectives of the health care services and targets of the commissioners and providers.Provide and maintain health promotion material.Actively participating in clinical meetings when required.Develop own practice & knowledge to meet changes and objectives in serviceMaintain and order clinical supplies and stock control.Keep updated and be responsible for maintaining mandatory training.Complete HCA competency framework.Working within the team, to participate in the development, implementation, monitoring, updating and evaluation of the service.Be familiar with policies, protocols and guidance.Responsible for ensuring the a safe environmentCover reception duties when required and assist with all administration requirements.Help with performing departmental audits and ensuring that CQC standards are met and maintained. To always maintain a high level of customer care.Ensuring that information is appropriately passed between systems as appropriate to facilitate the patients progress through the service Assisting in ensuring that Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed within the IUTC setting Assisting the Urgent Treatment Centre to achieve both local and national agreed targets The above duties and responsibilities are intended to represent current priorities and are not meant to be an exhaustive list. The post holder may from time to time be asked to undertake other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade.About Harlow IUTCThe Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre (IUTC) is a GP led service supported by Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) for minor illness. It is based at Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) in Harlow and is delivered in collaboration with local system partners, including Stellar Health Care, Stort Valley Healthcare, EPUT, HCT, HUC PAH and the ICB.The designated service operates 365 days a year, 08:00 00:00 seven days a week including bank holidays.There is one HCA working on any given shift. About Stellar HealthcareStellar Healthcare is the joint Lead Provider responsible for running the IUTC. As part of the collaboration with Stort Valley Healthcare and are both responsible for employing and providing staff. BenefitsFree staff parkingThe IUTC HCA job description and the above areas of responsibility are an indication of the role and could be subject to change as the IUTC evolves with time.Confidentiality: The post holder may also have access to confidential information relating to patients and their careers, and other healthcare workers. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the IUTC may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive dataHealth & Safety:The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks, ensure there are adequate measures in place to protect staff and patients Ensuring that health and safety, security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines are adhered to Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills e.g. TeamNet Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Reporting potential risks identified.Equality and Diversity:The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rightsPersonal/Professional Development:In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by Stort Valley Healthcare as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar workQuality:The post-holder will strive to maintain quality, and will:Provide a high standard of professional conduct and always care, recognising and working within own competenceAlert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources in a manner that maintains and promotes qualityCommunication:The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:Communicate effectively with other team members in the IUTC environmentCommunicate effectively with patients and carers, utilising and demonstrating sensitive communication styles to ensure patients and their carers re fully informed.Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.Contribution to the Implementation of Services:The post-holder will:Apply IUTC policies, standards and guidanceDiscuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own workParticipate in audit where appropriate.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions
• Has a kind, caring and professional approach
• Is flexible and reliable and works well within a team

Desirable

• Holds a full, valid, UK driving license and have access to a car for business use.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent
• Basic IT Skills
• Evidence of willingness to undertake relevant study

Desirable

• NVQ or equivalent qualification in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels with patients and carers, specialist services, GPs and colleagues
• Able to work independently and prioritise own workload
• Experience of working as an HCA in a Secondary or Primary Care environment
• Previous experience with children
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use initiative
• Experience of working in a nonroutine environment, with demonstrable evidence of being able to respond to and deal with unpredictable situations as they arise

Desirable

• Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues
• Language skills e.g. Italian, Urdu, Polish, BSL, etc.
• ED or UTC experience
• Experience using SystmOne
• Experience of working with people with diverse health and social care needs
• Basic Life Support training

Person Specification Other Essential Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions Has a kind, caring and professional approach Is flexible and reliable and works well within a team Desirable Holds a full, valid, UK driving license and have access to a car for business use. Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE or equivalent Basic IT Skills Evidence of willingness to undertake relevant study Desirable NVQ or equivalent qualification in Health and Social Care Experience Essential Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels with patients and carers, specialist services, GPs and colleagues Able to work independently and prioritise own workload Experience of working as an HCA in a Secondary or Primary Care environment Previous experience with children Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to use initiative Experience of working in a nonroutine environment, with demonstrable evidence of being able to respond to and deal with unpredictable situations as they arise Desirable Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues Language skills e.g. Italian, Urdu, Polish, BSL, etc. ED or UTC experience Experience using SystmOne Experience of working with people with diverse health and social care needs Basic Life Support training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Stellar Healthcare LTD

Address

Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre

Princess Alexandra Hospital

Hamstel Road

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stellarhealthcare.net (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Stellar Healthcare LTD

Address

Integrated Urgent Treatment Centre

Princess Alexandra Hospital

Hamstel Road

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stellarhealthcare.net (Opens in a new tab)