Job summary

Working Full time: 37.5 hours per week

Are you a passionate and skilled sonographer seeking a fresh challenge? We invite you to become a valued member of our dynamic and supportive ultrasound team, known for its warmth, dedication, and commitment to clinical excellence. Whether you are newly qualified or bring a wealth of experience, you will find a welcoming environment where your growth and development are genuinely prioritised.

Why Join Us?

Supportive induction and mentorship tailored to your career stage, ensuring you feel confident from day one.

Continuous professional development, with structured opportunities to advance your clinical and leadership skills. We currently have sonographers carrying out advance practice roles in MSK injection, Neck FNA's and CEUS.

Active involvement in teaching and mentoring as a clinical placement site for the University of Cumbria's Direct Access MSc Ultrasound programme.

A collaborative culture where your expertise and ideas are valued and encouraged.

Main duties of the job

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and recent graduates. You must hold a recognised ultrasound qualification (PgDip, or Direct-Entry Masters) and be eligible to work in the United Kingdom (HCPC/NMC or equivalent registration required).

The post holder will be supported in their work by a Radiology Support Worker; and the ideal candidate should be skilled in general, gynae, small parts ultrasound and obstetric scanning within FASP guidelines. Experience in MSK ultrasound would also be an advantage

Main Duties

Independently carry out high quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations, following established protocols to deliver the best possible care for our patients.

Clearly and compassionately communicate scan findings to clinicians, patients, and other stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.

Exercise critical thinking and sound judgement to accurately interpret images, confidently distinguishing between normal and abnormal findings.

Be responsible for the justification of Ultrasound request, undertake and organise workload.

Share your knowledge by supervising, educating, and training multidisciplinary staff and students in all aspects of ultrasound.

If you are ready to take the next step in your sonography career in a team that values your contribution and supports your ambitions, we would love to hear from you.

About us

The Trust's services are provided from three locations:

o The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds.o Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility.o Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population.

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire.

The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

210-2026-712

Job locations

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies whcih is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Job description Job responsibilities See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies whcih is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa. The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, Pg Dip, Pg Certificate or equivalent (masters level)

Experience

Essential

• Possess high level, specialist anatomical and clinical knowledge over a wide range of ultrasound procedures.
• Be adaptable, fully competent and safe in the operation of a variety of technical equipment specific to ultrasound
• Remain flexible at all times to an altered workload and act to prioritise accordingly using sound clinical judgement.

Desirable

• Desire for self-development and motivation to embrace change and learn new techniques outside the current scope of practice.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide guidance, support and mentorship to less experienced ultrasound practitioners and clinical staff.

Person Specification Qualification Essential Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, Pg Dip, Pg Certificate or equivalent (masters level) Experience Essential Possess high level, specialist anatomical and clinical knowledge over a wide range of ultrasound procedures. Be adaptable, fully competent and safe in the operation of a variety of technical equipment specific to ultrasound Remain flexible at all times to an altered workload and act to prioritise accordingly using sound clinical judgement. Desirable Desire for self-development and motivation to embrace change and learn new techniques outside the current scope of practice. Demonstrate the ability to provide guidance, support and mentorship to less experienced ultrasound practitioners and clinical staff.

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Working Full time-37.5 hours per week

An Assistant Technician vacancy has arisen for an individual to become part of the HSDU Team. The successful individual will become proficient, through training, in providing Quality Sterilised goods and services to both Internal and External Customers.

Main duties of the job

The successful individual will become proficient, through training, in providing Quality Sterilised goods and services to both Internal and External Customers.

• To prepare goods and services for customers utilising all areas in department
• To assist with distribution of sterile and clean supplies to theatre, wards and other departments
• To undertake operation of equipment e.g. Washer disinfectors and sterilisers
• Be receptive to training and development
• To assist with stores handling and stock control
• Give support to senior departmental staff
• To contribute to an effective, motivated and competent workforce and comply with high quality standards
• To comply with current systems for recording, collation, monitoring and feedback of appropriate information
• To monitor and control Production within HSDU, ensuring that all priority requests and contractual turnaround times are adhered to.
• To ensure that both the Trust & Departmental Values and Behaviours are adhered to at all times by all members of staff within the HSDU Department.
• Previous experience of working within a Sterile Services Department is desirable but not essential as full training will be given

About us

The Trust's services are provided from three locations: o The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds. o Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility. o Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population. The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery

Job summary

We are looking for Exercise Professional to join the Physical Therapies Team based at Langdon Hospital, Devon. This dynamic and rewarding role working in Secure services under the leadership of the Specialist Physiotherapist and the Lead Exercise Professional involves supporting, developing and delivering the provision of physical activity interventions. The post holder will use their skills and knowledge to deliverprogrammes of exercise, physical activity and rehabilitation to optimise the mental andphysicalhealth of service users. They will be responsible for managing their own caseload within the Physical Therapies Team, coordinating, supporting and planning physical activities both on site and in the community. They will also take a lead in teaching and promoting healthy lifestyle strategies to service users and staff, supporting service users to make informed healthy lifestyle choices.

Working as part of Devon Partnership NHS Trust, you will make a difference to peoples lives from the moment you start. We expect all our staff to embrace this way of working, recognising the value of everyone involved in service design and delivery.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be working in a team with a Specialist Physiotherapist, a Lead Physical Health Practitioner (Lead Exercise Professional) and Exercise Professionals as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.

You will be working with service users who, as a consequence of their mental health needs, often have had contact with the legal system and require a safe and secure environment that enables them to receive a wide range of treatments, therapies and care to assist in their recovery.

The Physical Therapies team us evidence-based interventions to coproduce supportive sessions for mental and physical wellbeing as well as long term condition management. We aim to optimise service user health outcomes by using person centred care in our daily interactions. Having an innovative, flexible and curious approach to supporting service users with complex comorbidities. We will support you to learn the skills you need to thrive in this unique work environment and ask that you are motivated, flexible and eager to learn.

The successful candidate will require excellent communication and interpersonal skills with both staff and service users. In a Secure setting there may be challenging situations and interactions, where the candidate will need to be able to demonstrate these communication skills.

We advise booking a visit to the Langdon Secure Services site to gain a better understanding of the role and what the service provides.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job summary

At University Hospitals Tees we have high ambitions and, as a Group, we are committed to delivering more together for the populations we serve. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Aseptic Services Unit as a Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant (Aseptic Services), supporting the safe and accurate preparation of specialised injectable medicines used in patient care.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary aseptic team, you will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, patient-focused aseptic service. The role involves the preparation and in-process checking of chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products within a cleanroom environment, in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

This post is primarily based at the University Hospital of North Tees within North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. As part of the University Hospitals Tees (UHT) group, which includes both North Tees & Hartlepool and South Tees sites, the post holder may be required to work at other UHT locations in the future to support service needs and ensure continuity of the aseptic service.

Main duties of the job

Aseptic preparation and in-process checking of chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition and other sterile products within a controlled cleanroom environment.

Perform routine and scheduled cleaning of all areas of the aseptic production unit, including equipment, isolators and cleanroom surfaces, in accordance with GMP and departmental SOPs.

Assemble, disinfect and transfer ingredients, consumables and equipment through the aseptic unit following defined cleanroom procedures.

Maintain compliance with GMP through accurate documentation, critical self-assessment and adherence to environmental and sterility standards.

Participate in microbiological and environmental monitoring activities to support sterility assurance.

Prepare worksheets, labels and routine documentation using Ascribe and other unit systems.

Support stock management, including monitoring levels, rotating stock and assisting with ordering to maintain operational continuity.

Identify, record and escalate non-conformities to senior colleagues to minimise disruption to production.

Contribute to internal meetings, team discussions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintain competency through mandatory training and aseptic-specific accreditation packages.

Demonstrate aseptic techniques and unit processes to trainees and new staff when appropriate.

About us

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organizations.

Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.

We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behavior change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

345-CSU7-8151053

Job locations

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton

TS198PE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Aseptic Production

Aseptically prepare and check medicines using fine judgement within a cleanroom environment.Aseptically prepare and check medicines using fine judgement within a cleanroom environment.(JD)

Perform cleaning of all areas of the production unit, ensuring compliance with GMP and departmental procedures.

Assemble, disinfect and transfer ingredients and disposables appropriately through the aseptic unit.

Maintain high levels of manual dexterity for manipulation of pharmaceutical products.

Quality, Governance and GMP Compliance

Identify, record and report nonconformities to minimise disruption to unit activities.Actively participate in the identification and recording of nonconformities and advising senior colleagues of issues(JD)

Analyse documented GMP observations and escalate deviations to senior staff.

Participate in internal and external audits of the aseptic service.

Ensure adherence to Trust and departmental policies, including infection control, health and safety, safeguarding and confidentiality.

Documentation and Administration

Prepare worksheets, labels and documentation using Ascribe and other systems.

Assist with routine and complex documentation within the aseptic unit.

Support the recording and analysis of data, both manually and electronically.

Stock and Resource Management

Maintain stock levels of medicines and consumables in line with operational requirements.

Evaluate stock levels and support ordering processes to ensure continuity of service.

Training, Competency and Development

Complete all aseptic competencybased training packages and maintain validity.

Undertake mandatory training and updates in line with Trust policy.

Demonstrate aseptic activities to students, trainees and new staff when appropriate.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Work in a cleanroom environment for prolonged periods, including sitting, standing and cleaning floors, walls and ceilings.

Lift and handle pharmaceutical containers and equipment as required.

Gown appropriately and enter cleanrooms via stepover benches in accordance with local procedures.

Education and Training

Undertake mandatory training, updates and competencybased aseptic training packages.

Maintain competence within validity periods.

Demonstrate aseptic activities to students, trainees and new staff.

Hold, or be willing to work towards, a Science Manufacturing Process Operative (SMPO) apprenticeship / NVQ Level 2 an essential requirement for this post.

Job description Job responsibilities Aseptic Production Aseptically prepare and check medicines using fine judgement within a cleanroom environment.Aseptically prepare and check medicines using fine judgement within a cleanroom environment.(JD) Perform cleaning of all areas of the production unit, ensuring compliance with GMP and departmental procedures. Assemble, disinfect and transfer ingredients and disposables appropriately through the aseptic unit. Maintain high levels of manual dexterity for manipulation of pharmaceutical products. Quality, Governance and GMP Compliance Identify, record and report nonconformities to minimise disruption to unit activities.Actively participate in the identification and recording of nonconformities and advising senior colleagues of issues(JD) Analyse documented GMP observations and escalate deviations to senior staff. Participate in internal and external audits of the aseptic service. Ensure adherence to Trust and departmental policies, including infection control, health and safety, safeguarding and confidentiality. Documentation and Administration Prepare worksheets, labels and documentation using Ascribe and other systems. Assist with routine and complex documentation within the aseptic unit. Support the recording and analysis of data, both manually and electronically. Stock and Resource Management Maintain stock levels of medicines and consumables in line with operational requirements. Evaluate stock levels and support ordering processes to ensure continuity of service. Training, Competency and Development Complete all aseptic competencybased training packages and maintain validity. Undertake mandatory training and updates in line with Trust policy. Demonstrate aseptic activities to students, trainees and new staff when appropriate. Physical and Environmental Requirements Work in a cleanroom environment for prolonged periods, including sitting, standing and cleaning floors, walls and ceilings. Lift and handle pharmaceutical containers and equipment as required. Gown appropriately and enter cleanrooms via stepover benches in accordance with local procedures. Education and Training Undertake mandatory training, updates and competencybased aseptic training packages. Maintain competence within validity periods. Demonstrate aseptic activities to students, trainees and new staff. Hold, or be willing to work towards, a Science Manufacturing Process Operative (SMPO) apprenticeship / NVQ Level 2 an essential requirement for this post.

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Essential

• oDemonstrates knowledge of current legislations and oregulations, e.g. COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act
• oUnderstanding of stock control systems.
• oUnderstanding of the importance of adherence to SOPs and legislation

Desirable

• oDemonstrates practical knowledge of oQuality systems
• oKnowledge of Safe and Secure oHandling of Medicines requirements
• oDemonstrates a good understanding of GMP

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• oGCSE Maths/ English and Science grade C or above or 4 (or equivalent)
• oScience Manufacturing Process Operative Level 2 or equivalent

Desirable

• oPrevious training in aseptic services.
• oPre and In Process checking within Aseptic Services (PIPC) accreditation.

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• oExperience of working in a team
• oExperience of working in a busy environment
• oExperience in Stock control
• oExperience working in pharmaceutical or healthcare environment

Desirable

• oPharmacy experience in either a ohospital or community setting
• oRelevant experience of working in technical services or an Industry GMP related environment

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• oExcellent communication skills.
• oGood numeracy skills.
• oAbility to work accurately and maintain levels of concentration when checking detailed documents/analysing data.
• oIT literate and able to use microsoft office
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oAbility to problem solve
• oAbility to motivate self and others
• oLone and team working skills
• oDexterity for Aseptic manipulation
• oAbility to undertake manual tasks eg: mopping floors, walls, ceilings and to clean within an isolator, lift and handle pharmaceutical items
• oThere is a requirement/combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
• oThe post holder must have the ability to work in a cleanroom environment

Desirable

• oAble to perform pharmaceutical calculations.
• oAccurate and logical approach to work.
• oFlexible to changing situations.
• oExperience of working within a oclean room setting

Person Specification KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Essential oDemonstrates knowledge of current legislations and oregulations, e.g. COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act oUnderstanding of stock control systems. oUnderstanding of the importance of adherence to SOPs and legislation Desirable oDemonstrates practical knowledge of oQuality systems oKnowledge of Safe and Secure oHandling of Medicines requirements oDemonstrates a good understanding of GMP QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential oGCSE Maths/ English and Science grade C or above or 4 (or equivalent) oScience Manufacturing Process Operative Level 2 or equivalent Desirable oPrevious training in aseptic services. oPre and In Process checking within Aseptic Services (PIPC) accreditation. EXPERIENCE Essential oExperience of working in a team oExperience of working in a busy environment oExperience in Stock control oExperience working in pharmaceutical or healthcare environment Desirable oPharmacy experience in either a ohospital or community setting oRelevant experience of working in technical services or an Industry GMP related environment PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential oExcellent communication skills. oGood numeracy skills. oAbility to work accurately and maintain levels of concentration when checking detailed documents/analysing data. oIT literate and able to use microsoft office oAbility to work under pressure oAbility to problem solve oAbility to motivate self and others oLone and team working skills oDexterity for Aseptic manipulation oAbility to undertake manual tasks eg: mopping floors, walls, ceilings and to clean within an isolator, lift and handle pharmaceutical items oThere is a requirement/combination of sitting, standing, and walking. oThe post holder must have the ability to work in a cleanroom environment Desirable oAble to perform pharmaceutical calculations. oAccurate and logical approach to work. oFlexible to changing situations. oExperience of working within a oclean room setting

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton

TS198PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton

TS198PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist with a passion for antimicrobial stewardship to play a key role in improving patient outcomes, reducing antimicrobial resistance, and supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care across our organisation. Working closely with microbiology, infection prevention and control, pharmacy, medical and nursing colleagues, you will contribute to the development and delivery of innovative antimicrobial strategies and services that make a real difference to patients.

As part of our ambitious and well-established team, you will have opportunities to influence clinical practice, support service development, lead quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to education, audit and research activities. We are committed to supporting professional growth and offer a supportive environment where independent prescribing, advanced clinical practice and leadership skills can flourish.

The role involves working across our hospital sites and engaging with multidisciplinary teams throughout the Trust to drive excellence in antimicrobial stewardship.

You will join a highly regarded, friendly and supportive pharmacy service that prioritises staff wellbeing, professional development and innovation, enabling colleagues to reach their full potential and deliver outstanding patient care.

We would be delighted to hear from you if you would like to discuss this opportunity further.

Main duties of the job

As a key member of the Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) Team, you will work closely with consultants, microbiologists, infection prevention and control teams, nurses and pharmacists to deliver the Trust's values of safe, compassionate and joined-up care, supporting our mission of right first time, every time.

You will provide expert advice on the safe, effective and evidence-based use of antimicrobials across the Trust, helping to optimise patient outcomes and reduce antimicrobial resistance. Working across acute and community services, you will support clinical decision-making, antimicrobial stewardship ward rounds, guideline development, audit, education and quality improvement initiatives.

A central component of the role will be active participation in specialist multidisciplinary teams, including the Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) MDT, HIV MDT and Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) MDT, where you will provide advanced pharmaceutical input into the management of complex infection cases.

You will contribute to the delivery of the Trust's antimicrobial stewardship strategy through governance, service development, sustainability initiatives and performance monitoring. The post holder will support the development of pharmacy staff, deliver education and training to healthcare professionals and work collaboratively with clinical teams to embed best practice.

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, and you will be expected to work autonomously, demonstrate initiative and influence change, while also being an enthusiastic team player committed to continuous improvement and high-quality patient care.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.

For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

Please note that we may close any vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Job summary

Working with and reporting to the Finance Manager - Mental Health the Finance Assistant - Mental Health to focus on business partnering, in the provision of expert advice to Executive Directors, budget managers and programme leads. The role will support robust financial planning, management and reporting working very closely with contracting and procurement teams and a range of internal and external stakeholders.

This is a 6 month fixed-term contract to support the Finance team.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will operate with a matrix of portfolio responsibilities and will spend their time predominantly on the following areas: 1. Assist in the development of annual financial plans; aligned to ICB medium-term plans.2. Provide additional leadership for the ICB's in-year financial management, ensuring delivery of annual financial plans and statutory duties; inc. budgeting, efficiency, performance and risk3. Assist in the production of high-quality, integrated monthly finance reports; focussing on assured delivery and risk management.4. Working with the Finance Senior Manager - Mental Health in the provision of expert advice and financial inputs to contract development, management and performance reporting5. Adjust allocations and spending plans to remain within control totals.6. Support joint commissioning and pooled budgets with local authorities (e.g. Better Care Fund).7. Provide high-quality financial advice together with the Finance Manager - Mental Health, to the CFO, Executive Directors, and programme leads on in-year budgetary issues and cost pressures.8. Support in the development and delivery of efficiency and cost-improvement programmes 9. Ensure compliance with relevant NHS England requirements relating to in-year financial monitoring10. Support in the development of new financial frameworks for emerging models such as neighbourhoods, alliances and collaboratives.

About us

We also work with NHS trusts and organisations which deliver healthcare services through developing Provider Collaboratives to improve healthcare pathways, so local people experience better care and outcomes.

To achieve this, we need a team of people who can think beyond organisational boundaries, strong collaborators, can navigate complexity, challenge constructively, and keep communities at the centre of decisions.

We want everyone to feel welcome at work and are passionate about creating an inclusive, compassionate workplace culture where every colleague feels seen, heard, and valued.

We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative working environment that delivers better experience and outcomes for our population.

We want our organisation to be a place where diversity is actively celebrated, where safe spaces exist for all identities, and where all voices help shape our direction. We place a high importance on the NHS values - they guide what we do every day, set out how we work, and how we treat each other.

Job summary

Are you a highly motivated registered Endoscopy Practitioner with the drive, ambition and commitment to deliver the highest standards of patient care? Sulis Hospital, a leading healthcare provider in Somerset, has an amazing opportunity for you to join our JAG accredited endoscopy team as our Endoscopy and Decontamination Lead and work in partnership with our Clinical Lead, Medical Director and CDC operational lead.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate individual to provide strong visible leadership to deliver the highest standards of professional care to patients and to make a positive contribution towards the teams pursuit of excellence. You will be a strong role model, leading and coordinating the endoscopy service and decontamination. We are part of the Community Diagnostic Centre for the region and are growing our wide-ranging endoscopy service. We undertake diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy investigations such as Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, Polypectomy, Cystoscopy and TOE, and starting a new initiative Colon Capsules. You will be responsible and accountable for the daily management of the endo and decontamination suite, managing a wide range of complex and conflicting priorities, including staff management. You will ensure the JAG accreditation standards are met, British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) guidance, and the National and Local decontamination guidance is followed.

About us

An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences. We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.

Job summary

This role provides an exciting opportunity for a newly or recently qualified HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist to progress their career through a structured and supported preceptorship scheme. Change Grow Lives Preceptorship Process provides the opportunity for this role to demonstrate competence and confidence across a wide range of domains as you become more established in your career, with a defined pathway through to a Highly Specialist Practitioner Psychologist post. This is covered under a separate job description, but successful completion of the internal preceptorship process will result in you moving to that higher grade within your existing service. Change Grow Live will enable you to further develop your skills and provide ongoing opportunities for professional development.

We would welcome applications from trainee Practitioner Psychologists due to complete training in 2025, as well as more experienced Practitioner Psychologists.

It is anticipated that the preceptorship process is achievable within 18 months 3 years, dependent on the experience of the successful candidate.

Location covering a service/s Blackpool

• Based from a local delivery hub Blackpool
• Contracted Hours 37.5 hours
• Category Clinical/Managerial
• Type of contract Permanent - with opportunity to progress upon formally assessed completion of an approximate two-year preceptorship programme

Main duties of the job

• Provide focused support to deliver against the role primary functions as listed above these will lead all delivery and activity and should be considered the primary role specific responsibilities ahead of all others noted.
• As part of the local service team, provide clinical leadership; supporting your own services development to deliver psychology, psychosocial therapy and talking therapies, and linkage to relevant local pathways for support.
• Work as a professional registered within professional guidelines.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision within the sphere of your professional expertise.
• Provide evidence-based and evidence-informed interventions with due regard to issues of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Actively promote integrated health/care professional working internally and externally.
• Facilitate the development of a positive and supportive team culture.
• Deliver regular monthly reflective practice, team formulations and other psychologically informed approaches for clinical and non-clinical teams.
• Take an active interest in working parties and groups within the wider service to develop and improve on service delivery, protocols and guidelines.
• Support delivery and understanding of an effective, trauma-informed psychology provision within your service, supporting MDT understanding of evidence based/evidence-informed provision.
• Lead the more junior psychological professionals within your service

About us

Believe in people

At Change Grow Live, above all else we believe in people. It's the one thing that acts as a foundation for all our work.

If you use our services: we understand what you're going through. We won't judge. We believe you can make positive changes in your life.

If you work or volunteer for us: we believe in your potential. We believe you can do brilliant, life-changing work.

Our mission and vision

Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

The vision we're working towards is to develop, deliver and share a whole person approach that changes society.

We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work.

The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.

Job summary

We have a new opportunity for a motivated and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic Respiratory, Surgery & Critical Care Therapy Team at Barnet Hospital - part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. The post is fixed term, (up to September 2027), full time (37.5 hours per week), but flexible working may be considered.

This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic band 5 or 6 Occupational Therapist with experience of working in the acute setting with patients with complex needs. Full induction; access to training; joint working and ongoing support will be provided from the friendly and dedicated therapists within the team and wider department. This includes team lead and clinical specialist OTs and the inpatient therapy lead who is also an OT.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting and challenging post, providing Occupational Therapy intervention for patients in both ward and intensive care areas, with respiratory, cardiac, medical, surgical and critical care conditions. This includes ventilated patients and those with tracheostomy or laryngectomy.

You will have the opportunity to take on team leadership responsibilities, including supervising band 5 therapists, support workers and OT students. Excellent communication skills; the ability to work well in a team; an interest in the training and supervision of staff, and a positive and flexible approach is essential.

You will be joining an established Therapy team of Physiotherapists, Dietitians, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Therapy Support Workers supported by a Clinical Lead Therapist. You will be encouraged to take an active role in current projects, including service development, training and audit.

You will be working in a rewarding and challenging clinical environment. The therapies department at Barnet Hospital is committed to ensuring staff feel supported with career progression through supervision; appraisal; in-house / external training and leadership development. The department operates a 7 day service, and you will be expected to work one weekend in four on a rota basis.

We are a very friendly and welcoming service where staff wellbeing is a high priority. As part of this we continue to work towards achieving a fully inclusive department.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

PLEASE NOTE THIS POST IS NOT AGENDA FOR CHANGE AND IS SUBJECT TO SOUTH TEES HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LTD TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacy Counter Assistant to join a dedicated team working in the Outpatient Pharmacy at James Cook University Hospital. The post holder will be a key member of the outpatient's pharmacy team, making major contributions to the daily workflow to ensure outstanding quality services for customers and service users.

Under the leadership of the pharmacy manager, the successful candidate will deliver outstanding services, ensuring that these are provided in accordance with the relevant professional, ethical, legal and locally agreed policies, procedures and standards.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will use excellent customer service skills to greet customers, hospital staff and service users both at the reception counter and via the telephone. They will accurately receive prescriptions into the pharmacy, and correctly receive payment for prescriptions and other items using the till.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO WORK THE REQUIRED HOURS ON A FLEXIBLE SHIFT PATTERN COVERING THE PHARMACY OPENING HOURS.

About us

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.

Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.

We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Lancaster Farms.

HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

Hours

Monday to Friday - 7.30 to 17.30 and up to two weekends per month.

Salary

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

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Complete general dispensary duties and stock management
• Be working as an active member of the Pharmaceutical team to ensure delivery of the pharmaceutical service
• Provide a timely and efficient service to the prison wings
• Receive prescriptions and stick returns from wing based clinical areas
• Collect orders from suppliers from the Main Gate and arrange collection of return
• Participate in dispensing of prescriptions.

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated we act with integrity we embrace diversity we strive to do things better together. We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills/equivalent or working towards
• Medicines handing experience desirable not essential
• Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent
• A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
• Excellent communication skills
• Good IT skills and IT literacy
• Ability to work within a busy environment
• Ability to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Job summary

The successful candidate is an Independent Prescribing Clinical Pharmacist who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and key to delivering high quality patient care, medicine optimisation, pharmacy queries and support to pharmacy teams.

The PCN Network team already has excellent links with the PCN practices, local hospital, community pharmacies and care homes in the area, so you would be truly part of a larger team working for better patient care.

Main duties of the job

Patient facing Long-term condition clinics - Review the ongoing need for each medicine, a review of monitoring needs and an opportunity to support patients with their medicines.

Patient facing Clinical Medication Review - Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations.

Work with care home staff to improve safety of medicines ordering and administration.

Management of common/minor/self-limiting ailments

Medicines support - Provide patient facing clinics for those with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines in the practice.

Medicine information to practice staff and patients.

Unplanned hospital admissions - Review the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions

Management of medicines at discharge from hospital.

Repeat prescribing

Risk Stratification

Service development

Information management

Medicines quality improvement - Undertake clinical audits of prescribing in areas directed.

Medicines safety - Implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.

Implementation of local and national guidelines and formulary recommendations.

As part of their employment, the post holder will ideally have completed the CPPE pathway and must be an Independent Prescriber, equipping the prescribing clinical pharmacist to be able to practice and prescribe safely and effectively in a primary care setting.

About us

Lichfield and Burntwood GP Network Ltd was formed in 2018 and has evolved into two distinct but closely linked Primary Care Networks. The practices work closely together enabling greater provision of proactive, personalised, coordinated and more integrated health and social care for our communities. They are meeting the ambitions in the NHS Long Term Plan. We cover a patient population of over 78,000 and have a team of over 26 wte people working across and in the PCN practices. A Pharmacy team meeting takes place each month about pharmacy issues and developments along with a quarterly staff meeting.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A3231-26-0001

Job locations

Langton Grange Medical Centre

Eastern Avenue

LICHFIELD

Staffordshire

WS13 7FA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient facing Long-term condition clinics

See (where appropriate) patients with single or multiple medical problems where medicine optimisation is required (e.g. COPD, asthma). Review the ongoing need for each medicine, a review of monitoring needs and an opportunity to support patients with their medicines taking ensuring they get the best use of their medicines (i.e. medicines optimisation). Make appropriate recommendations to Senior Pharmacists or GPs for medicine improvement.

Patient facing Clinical Medication Review

Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for senior clinical pharmacist, nurses and/or GP on prescribing and monitoring.

Patient facing care home medication

Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for the senior clinical pharmacist, nurses or GPs on prescribing and monitoring. Work with care home staff to improve safety of medicines ordering and administration.

Patient facing domiciliary clinical

Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for the senior clinical pharmacists, nurses and GPs on prescribing and monitoring. Attend and refer patients to multidisciplinary case conferences.

Management of common/minor/self-limiting ailments

Managing caseload for patients with common/minor/self limiting ailments while working within a scope of practice and limits of competence. Signposting to community pharmacy and referring to GPs or other healthcare professionals where appropriate

Patient facing medicines support

Provide patient facing clinics for those with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines in the practice

Telephone medicines support

Provide a telephone help line for patients with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines.

Medicine information to practice staff and patients

Answers relevant medicine-related enquiries from GPs, other practice staff, other healthcare teams (e.g. community pharmacy) and patients with queries about medicines. Suggesting and recommending solutions. Providing follow up for patients to monitor the effect of any changes

Unplanned hospital admissions

Review the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions and readmissions through audit and individual patient reviews. Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups.

Management of medicines at dischargefrom hospital

To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals, intermediate care and into care homes, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g. those with medicine compliance aids or those in care homes).

Signposting

Ensure that patients are referred to the appropriate healthcare professional for the appropriate level of care within an appropriate period of time e.g. pathology results, common/minor ailments, acute conditions, long term condition reviews etc.

Repeat prescribing

Produce and implement a practice repeat prescribing policy. Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review. Ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required.

Risk stratification

Identification of cohorts of patients at high risk of harm from medicines through pre-prepared practice computer searches. This might include risks that are patient related, medicine related, or both.

Service development

Contribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and implementation of new services that have medicinal components (e.g. advice on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets).

Information management

Analyse, interpret and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision making.

Medicines quality improvement

Undertake clinical audits of prescribing in areas directed by the GPs, feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the practice team.

Medicines safety

Implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.

Implementation of local and national guidelines and formulary recommendations

Monitor practice prescribing against the local health economies RAG list and make recommendations to GPs for medicines that should be prescribed by hospital doctors (red drugs) or subject to shared care (amber drugs). Assist practices in seeing and maintaining a practice formulary that is hosted on the practices computer system. Auditing practices compliance against NICE technology assessment guidance. Provide newsletters or bulletins on important prescribing messages.

Education and Training

Provide education and training to primary healthcare team on therapeutics and medicines optimisation.

Care Quality Commission

Work with the general practice team to ensure the practice is compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved.

Public health

To support public health campaigns. To provide specialist knowledge on all public health programmes available to the general public.

Job description Job responsibilities Patient facing Long-term condition clinicsSee (where appropriate) patients with single or multiple medical problems where medicine optimisation is required (e.g. COPD, asthma). Review the ongoing need for each medicine, a review of monitoring needs and an opportunity to support patients with their medicines taking ensuring they get the best use of their medicines (i.e. medicines optimisation). Make appropriate recommendations to Senior Pharmacists or GPs for medicine improvement.Patient facing Clinical Medication ReviewUndertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for senior clinical pharmacist, nurses and/or GP on prescribing and monitoring.Patient facing care home medicationUndertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for the senior clinical pharmacist, nurses or GPs on prescribing and monitoring. Work with care home staff to improve safety of medicines ordering and administration.Patient facing domiciliary clinicalUndertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for the senior clinical pharmacists, nurses and GPs on prescribing and monitoring. Attend and refer patients to multidisciplinary case conferences.Management of common/minor/self-limiting ailmentsManaging caseload for patients with common/minor/self limiting ailments while working within a scope of practice and limits of competence. Signposting to community pharmacy and referring to GPs or other healthcare professionals where appropriatePatient facing medicines supportProvide patient facing clinics for those with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines in the practiceTelephone medicines supportProvide a telephone help line for patients with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines.Medicine information to practice staff and patientsAnswers relevant medicine-related enquiries from GPs, other practice staff, other healthcare teams (e.g. community pharmacy) and patients with queries about medicines. Suggesting and recommending solutions. Providing follow up for patients to monitor the effect of any changesUnplanned hospital admissionsReview the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions and readmissions through audit and individual patient reviews. Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups.Management of medicines at dischargefrom hospitalTo reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals, intermediate care and into care homes, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g. those with medicine compliance aids or those in care homes).SignpostingEnsure that patients are referred to the appropriate healthcare professional for the appropriate level of care within an appropriate period of time e.g. pathology results, common/minor ailments, acute conditions, long term condition reviews etc.Repeat prescribingProduce and implement a practice repeat prescribing policy. Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review. Ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required.Risk stratificationIdentification of cohorts of patients at high risk of harm from medicines through pre-prepared practice computer searches. This might include risks that are patient related, medicine related, or both.Service developmentContribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and implementation of new services that have medicinal components (e.g. advice on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets).Information managementAnalyse, interpret and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision making.Medicines quality improvementUndertake clinical audits of prescribing in areas directed by the GPs, feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the practice team.Medicines safetyImplement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.Implementation of local and national guidelines and formulary recommendationsMonitor practice prescribing against the local health economies RAG list and make recommendations to GPs for medicines that should be prescribed by hospital doctors (red drugs) or subject to shared care (amber drugs). Assist practices in seeing and maintaining a practice formulary that is hosted on the practices computer system. Auditing practices compliance against NICE technology assessment guidance. Provide newsletters or bulletins on important prescribing messages.Education and TrainingProvide education and training to primary healthcare team on therapeutics and medicines optimisation.Care Quality CommissionWork with the general practice team to ensure the practice is compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved.Public healthTo support public health campaigns. To provide specialist knowledge on all public health programmes available to the general public.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Holds a GPhC Independent Prescribing qualification

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience.
• The prescribing clinical pharmacist:
• - has qualified from an approved 18-month CPPE training pathway that equips them to:
• a.Be able to practice and prescribe safely and effectively in a primary care setting
• b.Be able to assist Practices to deliver the key responsibilities outlined in the annual Network Contracted Enhanced Service Specification
• - Has a minor ailments certification
• - Has a medicines management qualification

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of one year working as a clinical pharmacist within a General Practice setting
• - An appreciation of the nature of and experience of working in PCNs and general practice.
• - An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing
• - Experience and an awareness of common acute and chronic conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice
• - Working knowledge of GP IT systems including EMIS, Docman
• Experience of working with operational teams, cross organisations and a range of professionals

Desirable

• - Experience of working in GP practices or acute settings preferably 2 years.
• - In-depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practices
• Excellent communication skills at all levels in varying communication formats.
• Understanding of the pharmacy role in governance and is able to implement this appropriately within the workplace.
• An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing.
• Progress and develops clear plans to achieve results within priorities set by others.
• Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions.
• Working across multiple organisations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to work under pressure and be flexible
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
• Excellent organisation skills
• Proactive approach

Desirable

• Competent in producing reports, letters, and general correspondence in an agreed format to a high standard.
• In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence based healthcare.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Holds a GPhC Independent Prescribing qualification Desirable Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience. The prescribing clinical pharmacist: - has qualified from an approved 18-month CPPE training pathway that equips them to: a.Be able to practice and prescribe safely and effectively in a primary care setting b.Be able to assist Practices to deliver the key responsibilities outlined in the annual Network Contracted Enhanced Service Specification - Has a minor ailments certification - Has a medicines management qualification Experience Essential A minimum of one year working as a clinical pharmacist within a General Practice setting - An appreciation of the nature of and experience of working in PCNs and general practice. - An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing - Experience and an awareness of common acute and chronic conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice - Working knowledge of GP IT systems including EMIS, Docman Experience of working with operational teams, cross organisations and a range of professionals Desirable - Experience of working in GP practices or acute settings preferably 2 years. - In-depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare Knowledge and Skills Essential An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practices Excellent communication skills at all levels in varying communication formats. Understanding of the pharmacy role in governance and is able to implement this appropriately within the workplace. An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing. Progress and develops clear plans to achieve results within priorities set by others. Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions. Working across multiple organisations. Ability to work independently and in a team Ability to work under pressure and be flexible Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills Excellent organisation skills Proactive approach Desirable Competent in producing reports, letters, and general correspondence in an agreed format to a high standard. In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence based healthcare.

UK Registration

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Employer details

Employer name

Lichfield and Burntwood GP Network Ltd.

Address

Langton Grange Medical Centre

Eastern Avenue

LICHFIELD

Staffordshire

WS13 7FA

United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

Lichfield and Burntwood GP Network Ltd.

Address

Langton Grange Medical Centre

Eastern Avenue

LICHFIELD

Staffordshire

WS13 7FA

United Kingdom

Job summary

Band 2 Phlebotomist

This is a part-time post for 20 hours per week.

Working pattern - Monday to Friday between the hours of 07.00 to 17.00.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Band 2 to Band 3 developmental role - the post holder will be required to complete relevant training/competencies to progress to Band 3.

An exciting opportunity as Phlebotomist has arisen to join our Pathology Department.

The post holder will be able to:

• Perform venepuncture under supervision of the senior phlebotomy team and managers as designated; after achieving competence post holder will be expected to work alone when and where required.
• Follow the general policies and protocols of the department and, in association with the clinical scientific and technical staff, assist in maintaining the highest professional standards.

Main duties of the job

Post holder will be required to:

• Collect samples from inpatients, patients attending outpatient clinics.Is required to liaise with clinicians, other healthcare professionals including laboratory staff. Post holder will be required to perform a range of venepuncture techniques in a variety of clinical settings.
• Be aware of the clinical conditions and precautions that are necessary for sample quality to be maintained during the venepuncture procedure, and develops an awareness of requirements for site selection, correct use of tourniquet and selection of blood sample bottles.
• Ensure that blood sample bottles are accurately labelled in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure that clinical samples are correctly packaged for transportation to the laboratory in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Pathology Department.
• Seek guidance from experienced Phlebotomists as necessary.
• Be aware of, and works to relevant departmental policies and Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring that personal performance complies with ISO (International standards organisation).
• You will also be required to perform reception and telephone duties and refer more complex enquiries to a senior member of staff.

About us

Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford, and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work, and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent,reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job summary

We are the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and were here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UKs biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is leading the creation of a world where there are no barriers for people with sight loss. One of our key priorities is to ask people to see sight loss differently, reversing inaccurate perceptions and changing public behaviours so everyone expects equal participation from people with sight loss and the creation of a fully accessible society.

RNIB is pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our Eye Care Support Service in Dorset. This is a rewarding role providing the right individual the opportunity to make a difference every day working with people affected by sight loss.

You will provide critical emotional support, information and guidance face to face within a hospital setting, remotely via digital platforms and in community locations, as required. Each day you will support people affected by sight loss to identify their needs, access information and make informed choices which enable and empower them to maintain their independence.

Admin tasks are a large part of this role, you will create and input accurate patient records into a variety of databases and use Microsoft 365 each day.

Main duties of the job

You will have proven experience of delivering information and advice services working directly with the people you are supporting as well as maintaining professional relationships. Key to this role will be your excellent communication and relationship building skills with patients, clinicians and a wide range of cross sector partners.

You will have the ability to work in different hospital locations as required.

You should be confident to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems. Impeccable record keeping skills are also key to this role.

As an RNIB ECLO, you will also complete the RNIB & City University Eye Clinic Support Studies qualification: essential for the role, access to Clinical Supervision, peer support and the opportunity to support RNIBs priority of no diagnosis without support.

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 27 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11 percent and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

About us

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, candidates are required to submit their CV and a Supporting Statement which responds to the following:

Question 1- What interests you about being an ECLO and what skills and qualities do you feel you would bring to the role?

Question 2 -Using examples, tell us about your experience in delivering advice or information services.

Question 3 -Using examples, demonstrate how you have worked with people using person-centred care approach.

Question 4 -Using examples, tell us how you have worked with colleagues across health, social care or community services demonstrating your understanding of each professionals role.

Question 5 - Using examples and highlighting your communication styles and skills, tells us about your experience of influencing or motivating other professionals, resulting in positive outcomes for customers.

Question 6 - Using examples please demonstrate your IT Literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and your understanding of the importance of Information Governance in handling customer records.

Job summary

We are seeking an Assistant Procurement Contract Manager to join our friendly and supportive Procurement Team at South Western Ambulance Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of goods and services, supporting procurement projects, contract management activities, and value-for-money initiatives that directly contribute to frontline patient care.

Working with stakeholders across the Trust, you will support the delivery of compliant procurement processes, manage contract information, lead on supplier and contract administration, and help ensure the Trust achieves the best possible outcomes from its non-pay expenditure. You will also assist with contract renewals, tendering exercises, supplier performance management, and maintaining the Trust's contract register.

This role would suit someone with experience in procurement, contract management, commercial administration, or supply chain management who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced environment. We offer opportunities for professional development, including support towards CIPS qualifications, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to contribute to projects that make a real difference across the South West.

The Procurement Team currently works on a hybrid basis, with team members working from home and attending Trust Headquarters in Exeter once a fortnight on a Wednesday.

INTERVIEWS WILL TAKE PLACE IN PERSON IN EXETER

Main duties of the job

• Supporting and leading procurement activities from initial quotation and tender stages through to contract award and implementation.
• Managing a portfolio of contracts and suppliers, ensuring effective contract performance, value for money, and delivery of agreed outcomes.
• Providing procurement advice and guidance to stakeholders across the Trust on the procurement of goods and services.
• Maintaining and developing the Trust's contract register, procurement records, and supplier information.
• Supporting supplier performance reviews, contract monitoring, and ongoing relationship management activities.
• Developing tender documentation, evaluation materials, contract award reports, and other procurement documentation.
• Analysing spend and contract data to identify opportunities for efficiencies, savings, and service improvements.
• Supporting the management of procurement projects and contract renewal programmes to ensure deadlines are met.
• Building effective working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, NHS organisations, and collaborative procurement partners.
• Contributing to the delivery of the Trust's financial, sustainability, and governance objectives through compliant procurement practices.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of procurement processes, systems, and ways of working across the Trust.

About us

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Procurement Team that directly supports frontline patient care. No two days are the same, and you will work on a diverse range of projects while helping to shape the future of procurement across one of the largest ambulance services in England.

Working for SWAST is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England.

Our Procurement Team plays a vital role in ensuring our clinicians and operational colleagues have the products, services and equipment they need to deliver outstanding patient care.

Based in Exeter, the role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to join a supportive, ambitious team committed to innovation, collaboration and excellence.

Job summary

Are you looking to develop your career in a fast paced, exciting and supportive working environment?

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

The role will provide a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are looking for further development in their finance careers. Full training and on-going support will be provided. The post-holder will assist the Deputy Head of Finance and Finance Business Partners (FBP) in providing professional advice and support in all aspects of financial management and business planning.

The post holder will be part of a team directly involved in the maintenance of the general ledger and budgetary control system and ensuring compliance with all finance policies and procedures [including the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions (SFI's)].

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

Main duties of the job

Experience within an NHS financial management environment is desirable. The ability to work in a team, meet deadlines and have good communication skills is paramount for this role. Experience of MS Office packages and working with computerised ledger systems is also required for this role.

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

About us

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

Job summary

Sulis Hospital Bath, renowned for its comprehensive Inpatient, Daycase, and Outpatient services catering to both private and NHS patients, is actively seeking a skilled and dedicated pharmacy technician to join our dynamic team. Our pharmacy department is an integral part of the hospital, providing essential support through both ward and dispensary-based services.

Main duties of the job

We're excited to offer a unique opportunity for a full-time pharmacy technician to collaborate closely with our clinical pharmacist and trainee pharmacy technician. This role presents a chance for the right candidate to not only contribute significantly to the hospital's pharmacy services but also to evolve and thrive within our growing institution. If you're a Pharmacy professional eager to be part of an innovative, youthful, and vibrant organization, this role promises an engaging journey. Your role will be part of a cohesive team consisting of a Lead Pharmacist, a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist, and an experienced Pharmacy Technician. Together, you'll oversee the entirety of Medicines Management, covering prescribing, dispensing, risk management, governance, ordering, and supply. Moreover, you'll actively engage in training, continuous improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and ensure that service performance consistently meets the highest standards.

About us

An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences. We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.

Job summary

We are looking for a confident Assistant Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Youll be working full time, 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at our Scotland Social Care Services: Thistle House, Ellen Mhor, Rannaich House, Trinity House and Trinity Lodge.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£29,642 to £29,642 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP3D1B2F22

Job locations

Dunblane

FK15 0DR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at our Scotland Social Care Services: Thistle House, Ellen Mhor, Rannaich House, Trinity House and Trinity Lodge.This role will be working full time, 40 hours per week (across Monday to Friday).Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Qualified Psychologist with; Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written) Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes Administration, audit, research and service developmentWere looking for someone who is Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role Passionate about learning and working as part of an interdisciplinary team Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)Why Cygnet? Well offer youSalary -£29642.55 per year Company pension scheme A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Oppor tunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision and peer supportPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

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

Click the button to apply

Job description Job responsibilities Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at our Scotland Social Care Services: Thistle House, Ellen Mhor, Rannaich House, Trinity House and Trinity Lodge.This role will be working full time, 40 hours per week (across Monday to Friday).Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Qualified Psychologist with; Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written) Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes Administration, audit, research and service developmentWere looking for someone who is Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role Passionate about learning and working as part of an interdisciplinary team Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)Why Cygnet? Well offer youSalary -£29642.55 per year Company pension scheme A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Oppor tunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision and peer supportPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply

Person Specification

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Dunblane

FK15 0DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Dunblane

FK15 0DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Band 6 Lead Technician - Education and Training (Pharmacy Aseptic Services)

Are you passionate about developing people and shaping the future of aseptic pharmacy services?

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated individual to join our Pharmacy Education and Training Team.

In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of education and training for our aseptic services workforce, helping colleagues build the skills, confidence and competencies needed to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

You will develop structured training programmes, support competency assessments, mentor colleagues and help create clear career development pathways.

Working closely with our Aseptic Services and Quality Assurance teams, you will play a key role in strengthening training, quality and continuous improvement.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone who brings good aseptic technical knowledge, a passion for education and the ability to engage, motivate and develop others.

You will have experience working in hospital aseptic services or a comparable pharmaceutical aseptic environment, with an understanding of GMP, quality assurance and competency assessment.

Most importantly, you will be approachable, organised and enthusiastic about supporting others to succeed.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. You will join a supportive Pharmacy Education and Training Team, with the opportunity to influence how we develop our aseptic workforce and contribute to the future of pharmacy services at Royal Berkshire.

If you enjoy developing people, improving services and making a difference to patient care, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact Priyanka Dahele, Pharmacy Education and Training Lead, or Cheryl Wynn-Mackenzie, Accountable Pharmacist for Aseptic Services. Appointments can be arranged through Mel - [email protected].

About us

Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Details

Date posted

15 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

193-8358205NCG

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Lead Technician- Education and Training, Pharmacy Aseptic Services to join our Pharmacy Aseptic Services team at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing our aseptic workforce, supporting staff to build their skills and competencies, and contributing to the safe and effective delivery of aseptic services.

Working closely with the Accountable Pharmacist, Lead Aseptic Services Technician, Lead Quality Assurance Pharmacy Technician and wider aseptic team, the postholder will:

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of education and training programmes for staff working within Aseptic Services.
• Deliver structured induction, practical training and competency assessments for new starters, existing staff, trainees and rotational colleagues.
• Maintain accurate training records, competency matrices and accreditation records, ensuring reassessments and reaccreditation are completed within agreed timescales.
• Support the development and review of training materials, competency frameworks, standard operating procedures and learning resources.
• Provide coaching, supervision and constructive feedback to colleagues, helping them develop confidence and competence in aseptic practice.
• Work with operational and quality assurance colleagues to identify training needs, address competency gaps and support continuous improvement.
• Contribute to compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), the Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS) and relevant national standards.

The role offers an opportunity to make a real difference to staff development and patient safety while supporting the ongoing improvement of our aseptic services.

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

Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Lead Technician- Education and Training, Pharmacy Aseptic Services to join our Pharmacy Aseptic Services team at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing our aseptic workforce, supporting staff to build their skills and competencies, and contributing to the safe and effective delivery of aseptic services. Working closely with the Accountable Pharmacist, Lead Aseptic Services Technician, Lead Quality Assurance Pharmacy Technician and wider aseptic team, the postholder will: Support the planning, coordination and delivery of education and training programmes for staff working within Aseptic Services. Deliver structured induction, practical training and competency assessments for new starters, existing staff, trainees and rotational colleagues. Maintain accurate training records, competency matrices and accreditation records, ensuring reassessments and reaccreditation are completed within agreed timescales. Support the development and review of training materials, competency frameworks, standard operating procedures and learning resources. Provide coaching, supervision and constructive feedback to colleagues, helping them develop confidence and competence in aseptic practice. Work with operational and quality assurance colleagues to identify training needs, address competency gaps and support continuous improvement. Contribute to compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), the Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS) and relevant national standards. The role offers an opportunity to make a real difference to staff development and patient safety while supporting the ongoing improvement of our aseptic services. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Pharmacy or Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT)
• Relevant professional registration (e.g. GPhC, RCP, RSB, RSC)
• Recognised assessor, educational supervisor or teaching qualification, or willingness to undertake relevant training

Desirable

• Completion of recognised leadership programmes (e.g. NHS Leadership Academy programmes such as Edward Jenner or a Level 3 qualification in Management and Leadership, or equivalent) (A/I)

Experience

Essential

• Experience coordinating structured induction, training programmes or accreditation processes
• Experience coordinating structured induction, training programmes or accreditation processes
• Experience of delivering practical training or competency assessments
• Experience of training, supervising or supporting the development of pharmacy staff
• Relevant post-registration hospital pharmacy experience, including aseptic service

Desirable

• Experience as an educational supervisor or assessor for PIPC, SMPO, SMT or equivalent aseptic training programmes

Skills, knowledge & abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of GMP, aseptic preparation, SOPs and quality standard
• Ability to maintain accurate training records, competency matrices and assessment documentation
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements associated with aseptic preparation and hazardous medicines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with staff at different levels

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 3 qualification in Pharmacy or Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) Relevant professional registration (e.g. GPhC, RCP, RSB, RSC) Recognised assessor, educational supervisor or teaching qualification, or willingness to undertake relevant training Desirable Completion of recognised leadership programmes (e.g. NHS Leadership Academy programmes such as Edward Jenner or a Level 3 qualification in Management and Leadership, or equivalent) (A/I) Experience Essential Experience coordinating structured induction, training programmes or accreditation processes Experience coordinating structured induction, training programmes or accreditation processes Experience of delivering practical training or competency assessments Experience of training, supervising or supporting the development of pharmacy staff Relevant post-registration hospital pharmacy experience, including aseptic service Desirable Experience as an educational supervisor or assessor for PIPC, SMPO, SMT or equivalent aseptic training programmes Skills, knowledge & abilities Essential Knowledge of GMP, aseptic preparation, SOPs and quality standard Ability to maintain accurate training records, competency matrices and assessment documentation Knowledge of health and safety requirements associated with aseptic preparation and hazardous medicines Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with staff at different levels

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 Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant (Senior HCA) to join a friendly, welcoming GP Surgery in central Norwich.

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, be a strong team player, and support colleagues to ensure the highest possible standard of care for our registered patients.

Experience of working in Primary Care, together with a knowledge of the SystmOne clinical system is desirable.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities,

• Phlebotomy
• Blood pressure monitoring
• ECGs
• Health checks and NHS Health Checks
• Wound care and dressings
• Assisting with chronic disease reviews
• Health promotion including weight, height and lifestyle advice
• Diabetic pre assessments and foot checks
• Administering B12, flu and other vaccinations
• Urine checks

Additional Responsibilities,

• LD and ADHD checks
• Dementia reviews
• Supporting minor surgery clinics

About us

West Pottergate Medical Practice is a small, welcoming practice committed to delivering the highest quality health care to our patients. We pride ourselves on beinginclusive, engaging, and patient-focused, which is reflected in our patient satisfaction.

Job summary

Would you like to work in a progressive, forward thinking Imaging Department?

With career progression opportunities for all grades, the chance to work with new equipment across all modalities and the opportunity to increase your earnings... North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust (NWAFT) are looking to hire a Band 6 Radiographer.

At NWAFT we foster a learning environment, support Radiographers to identify their development needs, give them opportunities to move between specialties and find their niche.

Main duties of the job

Produce high quality diagnostic images and provide high quality patient care to the service users adhering to national guidelines and taking into account relevant legislation including, but not limited to, the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R) 2017 and The Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 (IRR17).

The post holder will participate in all areas of the clinical rota to include dental, theatre, accident and emergency, orthopaedics, endoscopy, mobile procedures, paediatrics, fluoroscopy and CT, working independently and unsupervised. The ability to prioritise the workload is essential. Provide leadership, motivation and training for junior staff.

About us

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 3 HCSW to join our team in Angelton Clinic, Bridgend. We are an older adult mentla health admissions unit providing person centred care and assessment for individuals experiencing mental health disorders such as dementia, psychosis and depression.

The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with the qualified staff to ensure that a high standard of care is maintained across the unit, and be expected to demonstrate a genuine interest in this field of nursing, displaying excellent people skills such as communication. They will be expected to work as part of a team, ensuring the delivery of high quality person centred patient care.Staff working within this environment are afforded the opportunity to experience diverse mental illnesses.

Main duties of the job

Successful candidates will be expected to hold an NVQ level 3 or equivalent or equivalent competency assessed training.

The post holder will deliver specific components of the patients care plan as delegated by the registered nurse and will regularly be required to work without direct supervision.

Provide support to patients on an individual and on a group basis within the inpatient service.

Organise and facilitate therapeutic activities such as group work along with registered staff or as directed by registered staff.

Maintain accurate and timely records of all contact with patients/ carers/relatives and other clinical contacts.

Ensure effective communication with all members of the Multi Disciplinary Team, advocates, and

Ensure all incidents which may compromise Health and Safety are reported in an appropriate and timely manner.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve

• We treat everyone with respect

• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job summary

We are offering an exciting opportunity for band 5 Therapeutic Radiographers to join our team in a forward thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Service.

Velindre Cancer Service consists of two radiotherapy departments, one in Cardiff and one in Abergavenny.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Therapeutic Radiographer wishing to expand their knowledge and experience at a purpose built Cancer Centre , providing world class cancer care to the people of South East Wales.

Interviews will be undertaken face to face only

Base will be Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff or Velindre at Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit, Abergavenny - to be requested at interview.

This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

PLEASE NOTE Applicants will need to get permission from their line manager before submitting their interest, a release form to be included with your application form can be downloaded here. (This form is for the staff member and line manager to complete and return to you)

Main duties of the job

To work in all areas of the radiotherapy department i.e. on treatment units (linear accelerators, Orthovoltage, and Flexitron), and in the pre-treatment area, carrying out accurate and consistent pretreatment and treatment techniques.To help organise the work load in the various functions of the department.To be part of a large multi-disciplinary team and to be involved in the total care of patients undergoing radiotherapy.To take part in the training and supervision of students.To work flexibly according to the demands of the service including weekends and across more thanone site.

To participate in CHART and on-call working as required.

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

About us

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027--an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other--ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

120-AHP173-1026

Job locations

Velindre Cancer Service

Velindre Road, Whitchurch / Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit

Cardiff/ Abergavenny

CF14 2TL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Organisational skills
• IT skills
• Organised
• Adaptable to change
• Shows initiative/ drive
• Self-motivated
• Team worker
• Reliable and punctual
• Flexible approach to work and needs of the service
• Interpersonal skill

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
• Supervisory skills - radiographers and students
• Mentoring skills

Qualifications / Knowledge

Essential

• B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T)
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
• Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
• Full knowledge of radiation regulations

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses at Masters level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy (inc as a student) involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT scanners
• Sound practical and technical ability

Desirable

• Experience of working with Varian and/or Elekta equipment
• Quality assurance
• Clinical audit
• Student assessment

Person Specification Skills and Attributes Essential Excellent communication skills Organisational skills IT skills Organised Adaptable to change Shows initiative/ drive Self-motivated Team worker Reliable and punctual Flexible approach to work and needs of the service Interpersonal skill Desirable Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1 Supervisory skills - radiographers and students Mentoring skills Qualifications / Knowledge Essential B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T) Registration with Health Care Professions Council Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy. Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues Full knowledge of radiation regulations Desirable Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses at Masters level or equivalent Experience Essential Knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy (inc as a student) involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT scanners Sound practical and technical ability Desirable Experience of working with Varian and/or Elekta equipment Quality assurance Clinical audit Student assessment

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

Velindre Cancer Centre

Address

Velindre Cancer Service

Velindre Road, Whitchurch / Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit

Cardiff/ Abergavenny

CF14 2TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Velindre Cancer Centre

Address

Velindre Cancer Service

Velindre Road, Whitchurch / Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit

Cardiff/ Abergavenny

CF14 2TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As a Senior Carer at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, youll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

Main duties of the job

For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. Youll be a real influence on the rest of the care team. And, whether youre showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a residents family on the phone, youll do so with a sense of kindness above anything else.

About us

At HC-One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, it is our mission to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, as we strive to be the first-choice care provider for Families, our Colleagues and Commissioners in each of the communities that we serve.

Job summary

To work as a member of the Children's Community Nursing Team at SBUHB delivering care in a community based setting that can include the homes of children & young people, educational settings or other community based environments where children & young people may be at any given time. There may also be occasions where care may need to be delivered in hospital settings.

To provide delegated nursing care to an identified group of children and young people with complex health care needs.

Upon completion of a robust training and competency process, the post holder will deliver care in accordance with agreed plans of care, respond to changes in need, evaluate care and report any changes or concerns to The Community Children's Nursing Team.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced Health Care Support Worker to join the Community Children's Nursing Team.

The applicant will become competent and confident in a wide range of clinical skills.

Main duties of the job

There is a requirement for a flexible approach to work and the ability to travel, in a timely manner, across of the whole SBUHB Children's community team to deliver care where required.

The primary working pattern for this role is night shift working, with duty times being between 22.00pm and 7:00am (exact times may vary slightly between these ranges) with rotation to day care packages of varying times as per roster requirements .The applicant will hold Level 3 NVQ/QSF Health or Child Care qualification or possess skills, knowledge and experience to equivalent level, and be prepared to commit to begin this qualification within 3 months of commencing in the role.

Please note that your application will be scored during the shortlisting process. Please take the time to read the Job Description and Person Specification, to ensure your application demonstrates your knowledge and skills that are essential for this role.

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.