Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) to join our established and experienced multidisciplinary team.

This is a part-time position working 27 hours per week across Monday to Wednesday.

You will work closely with GPs and the wider Primary Care Network team, supporting patients to access the right care at the right time while promoting self-management and reducing unnecessary referrals.

As a First Contact Physiotherapist, you will work on-site in GP practices as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team. You will assess, diagnose, and manage MSK patients at the first point of contact with full autonomy and clinical support.

You will be embedded in your practice(s), working closely with GPs, receptionists, nurses, and other MDT colleagues to deliver integrated, personalised patient care.

You will have the opportunity to use or develop advanced skills, including injection therapy and independent prescribing, supported by protected CPD time and structured supervision.

Are you ready to transform MSK care at the frontline of Primary Care?

Do you want to:

• Work for the only MSK organisation in the UK certified as a Great Place to Work?
• Receive 12.5+ days per year of protected CPD and supervision time?
• Have funded training opportunities, including injection therapy and independent prescribing?
• Be part of a fast-growing, award-winning clinical organisation that puts people first?

Main duties of the job

Clinical Practice

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases
• Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals
• Develop tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery
• Utilize full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified)
• Maintain daily utilisation records and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)

Collaboration & Development

• Work within a GP-based MDT, fostering strong relationships with practice staff
• Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal guidance
• Support clinical audits and service improvement initiatives
• Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways

Leadership & Learning

• Participate in supervision and peer reflection sessions
• Continue development aligned with the HEE Roadmap to Practice
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate

About us

Who are we......

Promni Health is a fully managed clinical service provider delivering integrated, multidisciplinary services across primary care, community and neighbourhood NHS settings throughout England.

Our Vision

To be the UKs leading clinical service partner to the NHS by improving access to care, strengthening services and enabling clinical teams to thrive across primary care, community and neighbourhood health systems.

We partner with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), Primary Care Networks (PCNs), GP federations and practices to reduce system pressure, improve access to care and strengthen local services through accountable, high-quality clinical delivery.

Our Mission

Our mission is to design, deliver and manage safe, effective clinical services that improve patient access, strengthen NHS capacity and support sustainable care across primary care, community and neighbourhood settings.

Certified Great Place to Work Read what our team says here: https://www.greatplacetowork.co.uk/certified-company/1574534

Meet our leadership team here: https://promnihealth.co.uk/senior-management-team/

Why join Promni:https://promnihealth.co.uk/why-join-promni/

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£42,000 to £56,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

E0149-26-0230

Job locations

The Charlbury Medical Centre

Enstone Road

Charlbury

CHIPPING NORTON

Oxfordshire

OX7 3PQ

United Kingdom

The Broadshires Health Centre

Broadshires Way

CARTERTON

Oxfordshire

OX18 1JA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What You Will Do

Clinical Practice

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases.
• Request investigations such as imaging and blood tests, and make appropriate referrals.
• Create tailored selfmanagement plans that support behavioural change and longterm recovery.
• Use your full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (where qualified).
• Record utilisation data daily and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs).

Collaboration & Development

• Work as part of a GPbased MDT and build strong, positive relationships with practice staff.
• Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal clinical guidance.
• Support clinical audits and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
• Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways.

Leadership & Learning

• Participate in supervision and peerreflection sessions.
• Continue progressing against the HEE Roadmap to Practice.
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate.

What Were Looking For

Essential

• HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
• Minimum 5 years postgraduate clinical experience.
• Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience.
• Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework.
• Active CPD portfolio aligned to the four pillars of advanced practice.

Desirable

• MSc Level 7 modules.
• Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (NHS or private sector).
• Experience working in GP practices.
• Experience using EMIS or SystmOne.
• Qualified in injection therapy and/or Independent Prescribing.

Key Skills

• Confident, friendly, and collaborative, with the ability to integrate smoothly into GP practice teams.
• Able to build strong working relationships with GPs, reception teams, nurses, and MDT colleagues.
• Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills.
• Calm, resilient, and proactive in a fastpaced and evolving healthcare environment.
• Comfortable using digital tools and modern clinical systems.
• Committed to high standards of ethical, professional, and patientcentred care.

What We Offer

• 12.5+ days protected CPD time annually.
• Fully funded training in Injection Therapy and Independent Prescribing.
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 33 with service).
• Enhanced sick pay scheme.
• Corporate private healthcare cash plan via Medicash.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Cycle2Work and TechScheme salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible workplace pension.
• Referafriend bonus scheme.
• A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Primary Care Physio welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. If you require assistance due to a disability or longterm health condition, please contact [email protected].

This supports:

• Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty)
• NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive)
• CQC WellLed domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)

Job description Job responsibilities What You Will DoClinical PracticeIndependently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases. Request investigations such as imaging and blood tests, and make appropriate referrals. Create tailored selfmanagement plans that support behavioural change and longterm recovery. Use your full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (where qualified). Record utilisation data daily and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs). Collaboration & DevelopmentWork as part of a GPbased MDT and build strong, positive relationships with practice staff. Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal clinical guidance. Support clinical audits and contribute to service improvement initiatives. Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways. Leadership & LearningParticipate in supervision and peerreflection sessions. Continue progressing against the HEE Roadmap to Practice. Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate. What Were Looking ForEssentialHCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist. Minimum 5 years postgraduate clinical experience. Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience. Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework. Active CPD portfolio aligned to the four pillars of advanced practice. DesirableMSc Level 7 modules. Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (NHS or private sector). Experience working in GP practices. Experience using EMIS or SystmOne. Qualified in injection therapy and/or Independent Prescribing. Key SkillsConfident, friendly, and collaborative, with the ability to integrate smoothly into GP practice teams. Able to build strong working relationships with GPs, reception teams, nurses, and MDT colleagues. Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills. Calm, resilient, and proactive in a fastpaced and evolving healthcare environment. Comfortable using digital tools and modern clinical systems. Committed to high standards of ethical, professional, and patientcentred care. What We Offer12.5+ days protected CPD time annually. Fully funded training in Injection Therapy and Independent Prescribing. 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 33 with service). Enhanced sick pay scheme. Corporate private healthcare cash plan via Medicash. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme. Cycle2Work and TechScheme salary sacrifice options. Flexible workplace pension. Referafriend bonus scheme. A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture. Equality, Diversity and InclusionPrimary Care Physio welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. If you require assistance due to a disability or longterm health condition, please contact [email protected].This supports: Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty) NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive) CQC WellLed domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist
• - A degree in Physiotherapy

Desirable

• - Completion of some level 7 MSc learning (HEE Roadmap Stage 1 & 2)
• - Qualified independent prescriber
• - Qualified injection therapist

Experience

Essential

• - Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience
• - Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience
• - Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
• - Active CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practice
• - Where possible, reasonable adjustments will be considered to enable applicants to meet the requirements of the role.

Desirable

• - Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS)
• - Experience working in GP practices
• - Experience using EMIS or SystmOne

Person Specification Qualifications Essential - HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist - A degree in Physiotherapy Desirable - Completion of some level 7 MSc learning (HEE Roadmap Stage 1 & 2) - Qualified independent prescriber - Qualified injection therapist Experience Essential - Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience - Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience - Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework - Active CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practice - Where possible, reasonable adjustments will be considered to enable applicants to meet the requirements of the role. Desirable - Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS) - Experience working in GP practices - Experience using EMIS or SystmOne

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Promni Health

Address

The Charlbury Medical Centre

Enstone Road

Charlbury

CHIPPING NORTON

Oxfordshire

OX7 3PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Promni Health

Address

The Charlbury Medical Centre

Enstone Road

Charlbury

CHIPPING NORTON

Oxfordshire

OX7 3PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Do you want to make a difference to people's lives?

We are looking for individuals with or without experience to work in healthcare, to join the NHS family helping people from your local community. Healthcare Assistant opportunities are available here in Theatres.

No experience? No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know. To us, it is more important that you are a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the skills that make a great Healthcare Support Worker.

Right from the time you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.

The Healthcare Support Worker role can also lead to a range of career opportunities. With the right support, those who want to can undertake the necessary training to become our future nurses, nursing associates and midwives.

Main duties of the job

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

Examples of what you may do as part of your role

. Making beds

.Talking to patients and their families

. Monitoring patient condition

. Skills and personal attributes needed

. Caring and kind

. Able to follow direct instructions

.Have good listening and communication skills

About us

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

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

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-NR-TAC-BR-7970

Job locations

Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM17ET

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge or personal care and related procedures
• Experience of being in a demanding environment with changing priorities

Desirable

• Experience working in a healthcare setting

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience Knowledge and Experience Essential Knowledge or personal care and related procedures Experience of being in a demanding environment with changing priorities Desirable Experience working in a healthcare 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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM17ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM17ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are recruiting for a FTC Payroll Officer for Maternity Cover who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.

You must be able to demonstrate attention to detail and be confident using Word, Excel and Outlook.

You must be able to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines, working as part of a team to ensure payroll meets both statutory and NHS terms and conditions.

Experience of Oracle or ESR is highly desirable. We would consider this as a trainee role on a Band 3.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us.

Main duties of the job

Contribute to the provision of a comprehensive payroll service to employees of NHS organisations whose payroll is run by the Trust.

Work with other Payroll Officers and Team Leaders to ensure that staff are paid accurately and on time and to ensure a consistent approach to working practice.

Prepare and complete pay and deduction data entries ensuring correct authorisation by managers prior to processing ensuring these are made in line with the relevant legislation and Trust policies.

Validate and check data input made by Human Resource department / Workforce and advise accordingly. This includes starters / leavers / change of circumstances.

Once validated set up new starter bank account, tax code, National insurance rate, and pension details/rate.

Maintain accurate records of sick/maternity leave/ parental leave / adoption leave calculating reduced pay and sending written notice to Mangers HR and employees when these apply.

Undertaking a range of manual calculations (PAYE, Ni, SMP, SSP etc)

About us

At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now.

We run the following hospitals:

• The Lister Hospital, Stevenage
• New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City
• Hertford County, Hertford
• Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood

We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda.

We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

Essential

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths & English at Grades 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent qualifications. OR GCSE in Maths and English and experience of working in a UK Payroll or Pensions department.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 / CIPP / IPPM Qualification

Previous Experience

Desirable

• Sound knowledge of pay procedures and UK statutory legislation and experience of working in a payroll department.
• Experience of working in a large fast paced Payroll/Pensions environment.
• Experience of working in a shared Service environment

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative and have excellent organisational skills
• Impeccable attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work closely and effectively with staff at all levels within or outside the organisation.
• Excellent customer service skills

Desirable

• Manual Payroll Calculations in UK Tax, NI, Pensions and other statutory deductions.
• Intermediate skill level in Excel and Word including VLOOKUPs, Pivots, Mail Merges and Macros.

Knowledge

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS conditions of Pay, NHS Travel and Expenses Regulations, NHS Pension Regulations, Calculation of PAYE and NHS working practices.
• Be up to date with current statutory PAYE legislation.
• Experience of Oracle ESR system.
• Working knowledge in an NHS or local government payroll department.

Other requirements

Essential

• Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion Role model our Trust values every day
• Role model our Trust values every day

Desirable

• Maybe required to travel across sites.

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Physiotherapist (Band 6) to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at Bulford RRU in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

This is a locum role (37 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay rate:

£31.11 per hour

Main duties of the job

• To provide independent highly skilled physiotherapeutic assessment, treatment and efficient and effective management of an MSK caseload under supervision (Band 7 Clinical Specialist or Medical Officer (MO)).
• To manage patients referred by Consultants, General Practitioners and other Healthcare Professionals with diverse presentations and complex and acute/chronic physical conditions and sports injuries.
• To work closely with other members of the Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) to ensure the highest standards of care.
• To use clinical reasoning skills to provide an accurate clinical diagnosis.
• To formulate, develop and deliver a specialised individualised treatment programme based upon evidence-based practice, manual assessment and appropriate clinical reasoning
• To communicate effectively with patients to ensure informed consent for assessment and treatment, good understanding of their conditions and maximise their rehabilitation potential accepting that patients may have barriers to communication e.g. English as their second language.
• To communicate effectively with all other rehabilitation and unit personnel and with external medical personnel from other agencies/units.
• To advise the Medical Officer and/or other rehab clinicians with regard to specialist physiotherapy recommendations.

About us

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:

Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model

A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability

Free uniforms provided (if required)

A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.

Free mandatory training

Weekly payments

Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.

Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted regarding their application.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£31.11 an hour

Contract

Locum

Duration

2 weeks

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

Q0004-42655-2

Job locations

Bulford Healthcare Facility

Kandy Road

Bulford, Salisbury

Wiltshire

SP4 9AA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide independent highly skilled physiotherapeutic assessment, treatment and efficient and effective management of an MSK caseload under supervision (Band 7 Clinical Specialist or Medical Officer (MO)).
• To manage patients referred by Consultants, General Practitioners and other Healthcare Professionals with diverse presentations and complex and acute/chronic physical conditions and sports injuries.
• To work closely with other members of the Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) to ensure the highest standards of care.
• To use clinical reasoning skills to provide an accurate clinical diagnosis.
• To formulate, develop and deliver a specialised individualised treatment programme based upon evidence-based practice, manual assessment and appropriate clinical reasoning
• To communicate effectively with patients to ensure informed consent for assessment and treatment, good understanding of their conditions and maximise their rehabilitation potential accepting that patients may have barriers to communication e.g. English as their second language.
• To communicate effectively with all other rehabilitation and unit personnel and with external medical personnel from other agencies/units.
• To advise the Medical Officer and/or other rehab clinicians with regard to specialist physiotherapy recommendations.
• To provide clinical reports to supply clinical prognoses and comprehensive discharge planning for other medical professionals and, where appropriate the military Chain of Command (CoC).
• To support any relevant audit and research activity.
• To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, patient appliances and aids, attaining competence prior to use and including the identification and reporting of work service requirements and repair needs within the department.
• To ensure the care, maintenance and proper use of materials, equipment and stationary and the accurate administration of any allocated inventories.
• To maintain high standards of recording, filing and storage of patient and statistical information are achieved and maintained in accordance with local policy and professional standards.

Job description Job responsibilities To provide independent highly skilled physiotherapeutic assessment, treatment and efficient and effective management of an MSK caseload under supervision (Band 7 Clinical Specialist or Medical Officer (MO)). To manage patients referred by Consultants, General Practitioners and other Healthcare Professionals with diverse presentations and complex and acute/chronic physical conditions and sports injuries. To work closely with other members of the Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) to ensure the highest standards of care. To use clinical reasoning skills to provide an accurate clinical diagnosis. To formulate, develop and deliver a specialised individualised treatment programme based upon evidence-based practice, manual assessment and appropriate clinical reasoning To communicate effectively with patients to ensure informed consent for assessment and treatment, good understanding of their conditions and maximise their rehabilitation potential accepting that patients may have barriers to communication e.g. English as their second language. To communicate effectively with all other rehabilitation and unit personnel and with external medical personnel from other agencies/units. To advise the Medical Officer and/or other rehab clinicians with regard to specialist physiotherapy recommendations. To provide clinical reports to supply clinical prognoses and comprehensive discharge planning for other medical professionals and, where appropriate the military Chain of Command (CoC). To support any relevant audit and research activity. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, patient appliances and aids, attaining competence prior to use and including the identification and reporting of work service requirements and repair needs within the department. To ensure the care, maintenance and proper use of materials, equipment and stationary and the accurate administration of any allocated inventories. To maintain high standards of recording, filing and storage of patient and statistical information are achieved and maintained in accordance with local policy and professional standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be HCPC Registered.
• Must be a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (MCSP).
• Must have a Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• Must have experience working at post-graduate diploma level in the assessment and treatment of muscular-skeletal disorders, sports injuries, orthopaedic conditions, mobilisation and manipulation.
• Must have a minimum of two years post graduate clinical experience in MSK disorders. This shall be evidenced within the CV.
• Must have previously held a position as a Specialist Physiotherapist Band 6 or equivalent.
• Must have evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must be HCPC Registered. Must be a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (MCSP). Must have a Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy. Must have experience working at post-graduate diploma level in the assessment and treatment of muscular-skeletal disorders, sports injuries, orthopaedic conditions, mobilisation and manipulation. Must have a minimum of two years post graduate clinical experience in MSK disorders. This shall be evidenced within the CV. Must have previously held a position as a Specialist Physiotherapist Band 6 or equivalent. Must have evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

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

Address

Bulford Healthcare Facility

Kandy Road

Bulford, Salisbury

Wiltshire

SP4 9AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

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

Address

Bulford Healthcare Facility

Kandy Road

Bulford, Salisbury

Wiltshire

SP4 9AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen to come and join our dynamic Neighbourhood Mental Health teams as a Occupational Therapy Assistant.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant within the team, you will work closely with an Occupational Therapist to deliver occupational therapy interventions within the new Neighbourhood model. The will include supporting the delivery of both individual and group interventions offering a clear care pathway, these interventions include:

• Occupation Matters Programme - a 20 week group which utilises Lifestyle Redesign principles.
• Recovery through Occupation - a 6 week group which uses the Re-Motivation process to improve an individual's motivation and social skills.
• New Horizons - our occupational therapy led discharge pathway to support a smooth transition from secondary services
• Memory Matters
• Individual 1:1 based on OT assessment and recommendations

The occupational therapy leadership team is committed to offering extensive, co-ordinated CPD programmes including a robust supervision structure, care group meetings, Trust wide and core competence training and an annual conference.

Subject to reasonable adjustments in respect of any disability, candidates must possess a valid driving licence and be able to drive and have the unrestricted use of a car or motorcycle for work at all times including community based work.

Main duties of the job

Suitable for someone whois passionate & committed to providing excellent, high-quality care to the people who access our service and their carers/families & who shares the following values:

• A commitment to viewing behaviour in mental health as meaningful & understandable.
• Reframing problems or challenges as creative opportunities or possibilities to experiment with innovative ideas.
• A desire to enable people with mental health conditions to live healthy lives, which will include access to valued roles, fostering meaningful relationships and having opportunities to maintain skills & showcase strengths.
• Being prepared to act as a person-centred role model to inspire staff teams to offer compassionate & dignified care to people with mental health conditions.
• A strong commitment to a 'learning culture' where reflection, training & supervision are used to develop self-awareness, improve clinical outcomes & develop team functioning.
• A belief in learning from 'experts by experience': valuing the perspectives offered by the person with a mental health condition, family, & carers.
• Valuing tact, integrity & diplomacy when providing sensitive feedback or handling emotionally charged situations.

Please refer the job description for full details

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job description for more information about the main job role responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Mental Health or psychology undergrad or similar/NVQ3; experience delivering care in mental health

Desirable

• Experience working/delivering AHP interventions alongside AHP
• Experience facilitating groups

Driving

Essential

• Driver's license for UK and access to car/motorbike

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for assisting the Lead Dosimetrist in the provision of the radiotherapy treatment planning service under the scientific supervision of the Principal Physicist - Head of Treatment Planning and in conjunction with Pre-Treatment Therapy Radiographers.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide support in all areas of treatment planning.

RapidArc is utilised for all suitable clinical sites, as is routine daily online IGRT (including thorax 4DCT and DIBH breast). Our department has been paperless from the beginning. As well as providing top-class service to our patients, we are actively involved in research and development projects and national clinical trials. We are commissioned to deliver SABR for lung and oligometastatic disease.

About us

We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering flexible working hours on a shift pattern tofit around your family life. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.

Benefits to you:

o 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);

o NHS Pension Scheme;

o Flexible working opportunities;

o Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;

o Career development and training;

o Wellbeing support and activities;

o In-house physiotherapy Service;

o On-site canteens with subsidised meals;

o Subsidised staff parking (currently free);

o Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The production of highly complex computer based external beam radiotherapy treatment plans for individual patients within clinical and waiting time constraints.

Supervision of junior dosimetry staff and radiographers working in the treatment planning area.

Liaison with clinicians, physicists, therapy radiographers and technical staff to ensure a seamless production and transfer of treatment planning data.

Provision of highly complex clinical technical advice to Oncology clinicians and radiographers for complex, multifactorial problems which directlyimpact upon patients treatments.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Clinical Technologist or Therapy Radiographer with VRCT or HCPC registration
• BSc Degree in Radiography, Radiotherapy Physics, or equivalent level of knowledge

Desirable

• MSc Degree in Radiography, Radiotherapy Physics, or equivalent level of knowledge
• Experience of publishing or presenting scientific work

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the use of specialist software for the planning of very complex, patient-critical radiotherapy
• Experience of advanced radiotherapy techniques such as IMRT, VMAT, and IGRT

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of the physics of ionising radiation with specific application to radiotherapy treatment planning
• Extensive knowledge of the techniques employed to produce and check radiotherapy treatment plans
• Knowledge and understanding of IR(ME)R 2017

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).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive, dynamic and inspiring Band 5 Physiotherapist to join the YDH Physiotherapy Team

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

*Provide evidence-based physiotherapy in the clinical areas as part of a 7-day service

*Provide clinical support, guidance and supervision for students, apprentices and Rehabilitation Assistants working within the Team

*Play an active role in the development of students and Rehabilitation Assistants, alongside senior clinical staff

*Provide advice regarding the rehabilitation management of patients to families, carers and the other members of the MDT

*Have a broad understanding of Physiotherapy specialities and of wider departmental and/or professional issues

*Partake in weekend working, respiratory on-call duties and other clinical extended hours services as rotations require

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-BL-6110

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached full job description.Maintains good communication, liaison and working arrangements with other Trust teams, Trusts and external agenciesTo use communication tools (verbal and non verbal) to gain valid informed consent with patients where there will often be barriers to effective communication e.g. loss of hearing, altered perception, expressive and receptive dysphasia, pain, fear. To have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment e.g. those with cognitive or speech difficulties.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached full job description.Maintains good communication, liaison and working arrangements with other Trust teams, Trusts and external agenciesTo use communication tools (verbal and non verbal) to gain valid informed consent with patients where there will often be barriers to effective communication e.g. loss of hearing, altered perception, expressive and receptive dysphasia, pain, fear. To have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment e.g. those with cognitive or speech difficulties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy
• *HCPC registration
• *Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including evidence of recent postgraduate learning

Desirable

• Member of CSP

Experience

Essential

• *Broad range of experience as a student or post registration experience.

Desirable

• *Acute NHS experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please refer to attached Job Description

Desirable

• Please refer to attached Job Description

Person Specification Qualifications Essential *Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy *HCPC registration *Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including evidence of recent postgraduate learning Desirable Member of CSP Experience Essential *Broad range of experience as a student or post registration experience. Desirable *Acute NHS experience Additional Criteria Essential Please refer to attached Job Description Desirable Please refer to attached Job Description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our service as a Rotational Band 6 Physiotherapist, delivering a high-quality, patient-centred Physiotherapy service across a range of acute and community clinical areas.

The post holder will rotate across services, which may include Emergency Care, Frailty, Cardiology, Community, Critical Care / Surgery, Elderly, Medicine, Respiratory, Stroke and Orthopaedics, gaining broad experience in the assessment and management of patients with a wide range of conditions.

As part of the rotational role, you will be expected to demonstrate effective clinical reasoning, work autonomously within your scope of practice and contribute to service delivery across the pathway. There is an expectation to support ongoing service development through reflective practice, audit, clinical supervision and quality improvement.

The post provides excellent opportunities to further develop clinical, teaching, leadership and supervision skills. You will work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the support and supervision of junior staff as appropriate during rotations.

This role includes elements of community working; therefore, the post holder will be required to hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car for work purposes. The post holder will be required to participate in a 7-day service rota, including shifts between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00, with regular weekend and bank holiday commitments.

Main duties of the job

1. To act as an experienced autonomous practitioner, providing specialised physiotherapy assessment and treatment programmed to patients within the speciality.
2. To independently manage a caseload, using evidence based /patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
3. To deliver care in both acute and community settings.

About us

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programmebalancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To work primarily with the specialist physiotherapy team and across acute and community physiotherapy services as required. This may involve loan working
2. Responsible to the band 7 physiotherapist in the team.
3. To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to deliver a holistic patient-centred approach to care.
4. To regularly liaise with MDT members including those from heath, social services and voluntary agencies to ensure an integrated and comprehensive service is provided.
5. To ensure that patients are identified for prompt discharge and handover to community services.
6. To provide leadership for more junior staff, as agreed with senior staff.
7. To support the band 7 physiotherapist in planning, coordinating, and delivering the service provided to patients and to assist in the development, planning and progression of service provision.
8. To deputise for the band 7 physiotherapist in their absence as required.
9. To supervise other registered and unregistered staff within the team
10. To supervise physiotherapy students on clinical placements.
11. To participate in CPD and develop skills and knowledge through participation in the in service training scheme.
12. Maintaining Records as an autonomous practitioner.
13. To be an active participant in the twilight and 7 day working rota (as required).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Hold a degree or equivalent diploma in Physiotherapy
• Be registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the management of acutely unwell patients within the specilaity
• Have post registration NHS experience across a range of clinical specialties such as neurology, respiratory, critical care, acute medicine, surgery, orthopaedics and MSK outpatients.
• Experience of organising and prioritising a complex patient caseload in a busy acute hospital and community based settings.

Desirable

• Experienced clinical educator
• Membership/involvement in relevant special interest group/network

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Access to a car for work purposes
• Expert manual therapeutic skills and handling techniques
• Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice, developing specialist knowledge of conditions and patient types within the specialty.

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).

Job summary

The post holder will work as a member of the Neighbourhood Team in Older Persons' Mental Health providing a high quality, comprehensive mental health service for older people in South Somerset with severe and enduring mental health difficulties.

The post holder will be personally responsible and professionally accountable for a caseload within the community working with individuals and their significant others who have multiple and complex needs. Acting as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide assessment, psycho-social, evidence-based interventions using a collaborative recovery approach and will be skilled at positive risk management

Main duties of the job

The Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) for older people work with adults aged 65 and over who are experiencing moderate or severe mental illness. The CMHT's assess, treat, monitor, and support patients and their families predominately in their own homes and, where necessary, can refer to other teams such as the Intensive Dementia Support Service (IDSS) or Home Treatment Team. They can also arrange admissions to hospital when necessary. The CMHT's also provide an 'in-reach service', providing specialist support and assessments for patients' admitted to Community Hospitals.The CMHT'S consist of Community Psychiatric Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Support, Time & Recovery Workers, Assistant Practitioners, Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, and administration support. The CMHT's are also part of a bigger team known as the Integrated Team which bring together CMHT's, District Nursing Teams and Integrated Rehabilitation Teams.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Acting as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will provide assessment, psychosocial, evidence-based interventions using a collaborative, recovery approach and will be skilled at positive risk management. The post holder will contribute to the clinical leadership of the team, providing supervision for other team members, as agreed with the Team Manager, and participate in team and service development and evaluation.

The post holder will provide a high standard of care and treatment for patients and work with other members of the team and other agencies to best meet the patients' health and social needs.

The post holder could be a RMN, or an experienced Mental Health OT or Social Worker background. Willing to consider a Band 5 developmental role towards Band 6.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with relevant professional body i.e. NMC/HCPC
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Experience of supervision and appraisal

Desirable

• Experience of mentorship role

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a Band 5 or equivalent Mental Health Professional
• Experience of care co-ordination
• Experience of working with families, careers, and significant others
• Proven leadership skills
• Relevant experience in a community setting
• Experience of Recovery focused practice

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see the attached Job Description for additional Criteria

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).

Job summary

The post holder will work as a member of the Neighbourhood Team in Older Persons' Mental Health providing a high quality, comprehensive mental health service for older people in South Somerset with severe and enduring mental health difficulties.

The post holder will be personally responsible and professionally accountable for a caseload within the community working with individuals and their significant others who have multiple and complex needs. Acting as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide assessment, psycho-social, evidence-based interventions using a collaborative recovery approach and will be skilled at positive risk management

Main duties of the job

The Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) for older people work with adults aged 65 and over who are experiencing moderate or severe mental illness. The CMHT's assess, treat, monitor, and support patients and their families predominately in their own homes and, where necessary, can refer to other teams such as the Intensive Dementia Support Service (IDSS) or Home Treatment Team. They can also arrange admissions to hospital when necessary. The CMHT's also provide an 'in-reach service', providing specialist support and assessments for patients' admitted to Community Hospitals.The CMHT'S consist of Community Psychiatric Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Support, Time & Recovery Workers, Assistant Practitioners, Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, and administration support. The CMHT's are also part of a bigger team known as the Integrated Team which bring together CMHT's, District Nursing Teams and Integrated Rehabilitation Teams.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Acting as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will provide assessment, psychosocial, evidence-based interventions using a collaborative, recovery approach and will be skilled at positive risk management. The post holder will contribute to the clinical leadership of the team, providing supervision for other team members, as agreed with the Team Manager, and participate in team and service development and evaluation.

The post holder will provide a high standard of care and treatment for patients and work with other members of the team and other agencies to best meet the patients' health and social needs.

The post holder could be a RMN, or an experienced Mental Health OT or Social Worker background. Willing to consider a Band 5 developmental role towards Band 6.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with relevant professional body i.e. NMC/HCPC
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Experience of supervision and appraisal

Desirable

• Experience of mentorship role

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a Band 5 or equivalent Mental Health Professional
• Experience of care co-ordination
• Experience of working with families, careers, and significant others
• Proven leadership skills
• Relevant experience in a community setting
• Experience of Recovery focused practice

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see the attached Job Description for additional Criteria

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).

Job summary

Are you a registered Pharmacy Technician with an interest in digital healthcare, medicines safety and service improvement? This is an exciting opportunity to join the Pharmacy Digital Team and develop specialist experience supporting the digital systems used across medicines pathways.

Working with the Principal Pharmacist and Lead Pharmacy Technician for Digital Medicines and EPMA, you will help deliver, maintain and optimise systems including EPMA, digital temperature monitoring, the Pharmacy Tracking System and robotic dispensing. You will provide practical support to users, contribute to testing and implementation, help deliver training and work with Pharmacy, clinical teams, Digital/IT, Estates and external suppliers to resolve issues and improve services.

Applications are welcomed from Band 5 pharmacy technicians and Band 4 pharmacy technicians seeking to develop into a Band 5 role. For those appointed at Band 4, a structured competency pathway will support progression to Band 5 once the required competencies and accreditations have been achieved. The role combines pharmacy practice with digital systems support, governance and service improvement.

Main duties of the job

Support the implementation, maintenance, development and optimisation of digital medicines and pharmacy systems across the Trust.

Act as a superuser for designated systems, providing first-line support, troubleshooting and practical advice to Pharmacy and wider Trust staff.

Contribute to system configuration, testing, implementation, upgrades, enhancements and business-continuity arrangements.

Help identify opportunities to use digital technology to improve medicines safety, patient care, workflow efficiency and pharmacy services.

Investigate and escalate system issues, working collaboratively with clinical teams, Digital/IT, Estates and external suppliers.

Develop and maintain SOPs, guidance, training materials, system records and other digital medicines documentation.

Deliver and support training for Pharmacy and wider Trust staff in the safe and effective use of digital medicines systems.

Contribute to reports, KPIs, audits, incident processes and service-improvement projects.

Monitor and respond to digital temperature-monitoring alerts in line with Trust procedures.

Contribute to the dispensary service, including medicines supply, patient counselling and final accuracy checking once accredited.

Contribute to weekend, evening and bank holiday pharmacy services as required.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

253-1026-8321369

Job locations

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent AND BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy services.
• Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification, or willingness to work towards.

Desirable

• Relevant qualification or training in digital healthcare, systems or service improvement.

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to undertake all duties and responsibilities specified in the job description.
• An understanding of various pharmacy digital systems including EPMA, pharmacy stock control, automated dispensing systems, digital temperature monitoring and prescription tracking systems.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint to create documents, presentation, training materials and databases.

Desirable

• Understanding the principles of digital governance and appropriate system access.

Experience

Essential

• Recent relevant experience working as a registered Pharmacy Technician in a hospital, community or other appropriate pharmacy setting.

Desirable

• Experience of using digital systems and technology within pharmacy or healthcare environment.
• Experience of providing support, advice or troubleshooting to users of digital systems.
• Experience of participating in projects, audits, or service improvements.
• Experience of supporting the implementation, development, configuration and testing of digital systems.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). NVQ Level 3 or equivalent AND BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy services. Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification, or willingness to work towards. Desirable Relevant qualification or training in digital healthcare, systems or service improvement. Knowledge Essential Able to undertake all duties and responsibilities specified in the job description. An understanding of various pharmacy digital systems including EPMA, pharmacy stock control, automated dispensing systems, digital temperature monitoring and prescription tracking systems. Experience in using Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint to create documents, presentation, training materials and databases. Desirable Understanding the principles of digital governance and appropriate system access. Experience Essential Recent relevant experience working as a registered Pharmacy Technician in a hospital, community or other appropriate pharmacy setting. Desirable Experience of using digital systems and technology within pharmacy or healthcare environment. Experience of providing support, advice or troubleshooting to users of digital systems. Experience of participating in projects, audits, or service improvements. Experience of supporting the implementation, development, configuration and testing of digital systems.

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre, located in Gatwick.

Parking on site, working within the Immigration estate, challenging and fast paced environment, good induction and good pathways for career enhancement. Working in a team of 3.

Hours

37.5 hours a week working Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 16:00hrs. No weekends.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £48,200 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

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 Senior Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Supervise pharmacy technicians and support of the development of junior staff
• Oversea the administration and medicines management, working across our primary care and substance misuse wings
• Provide health promotion advice to our men in areas such as giving up smoking, hypertension, healthy living and other minor ailments

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• 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

The 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.

Qualifications required

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre, located in Gatwick.

Parking on site, working within the Immigration estate, challenging and fast paced environment, good induction and good pathways for career enhancement. Working in a team of 3.

Hours

37.5 hours a week working Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 16:00hrs. No weekends.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £48,200 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

To work as part of the Northern Radiography team as a qualified radiographer. To perform a range of radiographic imaging procedures, within the department, on the wards and in theatre.

To work within the boundaries of existing competence, adhering to the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2024 at all times as well as local procedures and protocols relating to radiation procedures, staff and patient safety.

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified radiographer to consolidate their skills and develop in their career.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and patient-focused Diagnostic Radiographer to join our friendly Radiology Team. The successful candidate will be committed to delivering high-quality patient care, maintaining efficient patient flow and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the department, while ensuring a clean, safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.

The post holder will contribute to the holistic care of patients as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering effective, specialised and high-quality care while undertaking a range of clinical duties. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to building and maintaining positive working relationships both within the department and with external teams.

About Our Department

Our fully digital Radiology Department offers a wide range of imaging services and benefits from modern facilities and state-of-the-art technology.

Our facilities include:

• Six recently refurbished X-ray rooms equipped with state-of-the-art GE imaging equipment.
• A community site undergoing transformation into a Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), incorporating two digital radiography (DR) rooms, three ultrasound suites, two DXA scanners and a CT unit.
• Two fluoroscopy/interventional rooms.
• Two CT scanners.
• Dental imaging facilities.
• Three image intensifiers supporting a range of surgical procedures.
• A comprehensive range of ultrasound, mammography and MRI services.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive imaging service committed to providing high-quality diagnostic care and supporting the continued development of radiology services.

Support and Development

We are committed to supporting the professional development of our staff. All new employees will benefit from a comprehensive preceptorship programme, supported and mentored by our departmental Clinical Practice Facilitator.

This programme will help you develop your clinical skills, build confidence and integrate successfully into the team.

Ability to participate in 24 hour working patterns is essential as the department operates a full out of hours shift system.

If you are passionate about patient care, enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team and are keen to develop your skills in a modern, dynamic radiology environment, we would love to hear from you.

Working Pattern: : 37.5 hours per week. Permanent Contract. To be worked seven days a week and being able to participate in the out of hours rota is essential

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Jude Roome, Superintendent Radiographer on 01271 311678 - [email protected]

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for assisting the Lead Dosimetrist in the provision of the radiotherapy treatment planning service under the scientific supervision of the Principal Physicist - Head of Treatment Planning and in conjunction with Pre-Treatment Therapy Radiographers.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide support in all areas of treatment planning.

RapidArc is utilised for all suitable clinical sites, as is routine daily online IGRT (including thorax 4DCT and DIBH breast). Our department has been paperless from the beginning. As well as providing top-class service to our patients, we are actively involved in research and development projects and national clinical trials. We are commissioned to deliver SABR for lung and oligometastatic disease.

About us

We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering flexible working hours on a shift pattern tofit around your family life. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.

Benefits to you:

o 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);

o NHS Pension Scheme;

o Flexible working opportunities;

o Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;

o Career development and training;

o Wellbeing support and activities;

o In-house physiotherapy Service;

o On-site canteens with subsidised meals;

o Subsidised staff parking (currently free);

o Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The production of highly complex computer based external beam radiotherapy treatment plans for individual patients within clinical and waiting time constraints.

Supervision of junior dosimetry staff and radiographers working in the treatment planning area.

Liaison with clinicians, physicists, therapy radiographers and technical staff to ensure a seamless production and transfer of treatment planning data.

Provision of highly complex clinical technical advice to Oncology clinicians and radiographers for complex, multifactorial problems which directlyimpact upon patients treatments.

See Job Description for Full Details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Clinical Technologist or Therapy Radiographer with VRCT or HCPC registration
• BSc Degree in Radiography, Radiotherapy Physics, or equivalent level of knowledge

Desirable

• MSc Degree in Radiography, Radiotherapy Physics, or equivalent level of knowledge
• Experience of publishing or presenting scientific work

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the use of specialist software for the planning of very complex, patient-critical radiotherapy
• Experience of advanced radiotherapy techniques such as IMRT, VMAT, and IGRT

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of the physics of ionising radiation with specific application to radiotherapy treatment planning
• Extensive knowledge of the techniques employed to produce and check radiotherapy treatment plans
• Knowledge and understanding of IR(ME)R 2017

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).

Job summary

We are looking to appoint health care support assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated team on Crewkerne inpatient ward. The unit is an 8 bedded inpatient ward, focusing on the rehabilitation of patients who have been discharged from the acute hospital. Our goals as staff are to provide patient centred care and work alongside the rehabilitation team to support these patients discharging to appropriate settings. A a health care Assistant, you will work alongside a large multidisciplinary team and play a key role in the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve their shared goals. Individuals should eb able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service group develops.

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 to £25,272 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-BL-5921

Job locations

Crewkerne Community Hospital

Middle Path

Crewkerne

Somerset

TA18 8BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see job description

Desirable

• Please see job description

Experience

Essential

• Please see job description

Desirable

• Please see job description

Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Crewkerne Community Hospital

Middle Path

Crewkerne

Somerset

TA18 8BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Crewkerne Community Hospital

Middle Path

Crewkerne

Somerset

TA18 8BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified Dietitian looking to work within a friendly, supportive team in Somerset? Or do you have some clinical dietetic experience and are now looking for a permanent position?

Would you enjoy working in a community setting, within community hospitals, care homes and GP clinics with strong links to both the community dietetic team and also the acute dietetic teams across Somerset?

We have an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified Dietitian to work with the Community Dietetic Service in Somerset.

Main duties of the job

What are we looking for?

Ideally, you'll have varied student or post-graduate experience, covering a range of specialties. This may include specific experience in working with patients following stroke. Communication skills and MDT working experience are essential. Training and support will be available.

You need to be registered as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council and ideally have had some NHS experience.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for further information about the role and the personal requirements and specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered dietitian

Experience

Essential

• Varied student or post registration experience

Desirable

• NHS acute hospital experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Evidence of communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

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).

Job summary

The Neighbourhood Communications and Engagement Lead will provide specialist communications and engagement leadership for the Trust's Integrated Neighbourhood Programme. Working across the Trust and with partners across South East London, the postholder will lead communications and engagement activity that builds awareness, understanding and support for neighbourhood working.

The role will provide expert advice to programme and senior leaders, develop and deliver communications plans and campaigns, and lead meaningful engagement and co-production with staff, patients, communities and partner organisations. The postholder will build strong relationships across organisational boundaries and ensure insight and feedback help shape the development and delivery of neighbourhood-based models of care.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will lead the development, delivery and evaluation of communications and engagement activity for the Integrated Neighbourhood Programme, working across the Trust and with partners across South East London.

Key responsibilities will include developing and managing complex communications and engagement plans and campaigns; producing and commissioning high-quality content across a range of channels; providing specialist advice to programme and senior leaders; and leading engagement and co-production with staff, patients, communities and partner organisations.

The role will build and maintain relationships across primary care, local authorities, South East London ICB, VCSE organisations and other neighbourhood partners, using insight and feedback to inform programme activity and communications approaches. The postholder will also monitor and evaluate the impact of communications and engagement activity, identify and manage communications risks and opportunities, and provide specialist briefings, guidance and training to colleagues and stakeholders.

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

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

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Neighbourhood Communications and Engagement Lead will lead the communications and engagement workstream for the Trusts Integrated Neighbourhood Programme, working closely with programme colleagues and partners across the wider South East London health and care system.

The postholder will:

Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of complex communications and engagement plans and campaigns, ensuring activity supports programme milestones and responds to changing priorities, emerging issues and stakeholder needs. Provide highly specialist communications and engagement advice to programme leads, senior leaders and stakeholders, using professional judgement to recommend appropriate approaches to complex, sensitive or potentially contentious issues. Develop and maintain effective relationships across the Trust, primary care, local authorities, South East London ICB, VCSE organisations and other neighbourhood partners, using influencing, persuasion and negotiation to build consensus and support collaborative working. Lead meaningful engagement and co-production with staff, patients, local communities and partner organisations, ensuring feedback and insight are captured, analysed and used to inform programme development and delivery. Lead the development and delivery of high-quality, accessible communications across a range of channels, including campaigns, briefings, presentations, publications, digital content, video, website and intranet content and social media. Prepare and present communications and engagement briefings, analysis and recommendations to senior leaders, programme boards, working groups and partner organisations. Develop and maintain communications and engagement plans, stakeholder maps, performance measures and reporting mechanisms, using qualitative and quantitative information to evaluate impact and inform future activity. Identify and manage communications and engagement risks, issues and opportunities, advising programme leaders and escalating matters requiring wider organisational or executive decision-making where appropriate. Develop and deliver specialist communications and engagement training, guidance and briefings to programme colleagues and stakeholders, helping to build capability and support effective practice.

The postholder will work autonomously within broad Trust policies and professional standards, determining and prioritising communications and engagement activity within their area of responsibility while working collaboratively with colleagues across the Content, Creative and Engagement Division and partner organisations.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge of communications and engagement, including communications strategy, stakeholder engagement, consultation and co-production, campaign planning, organisational change and partnership working, acquired through relevant postgraduate study and/or substantial specialist training and experience to Master's level equivalent.
• Relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification/experience in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related discipline.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in communications, engagement or a related specialist field.

Desirable

• CIPR, CIM or other relevant professional qualification or accreditation.
• Postgraduate qualification in communications, engagement, public relations, marketing or a related discipline
• Specialist training in stakeholder engagement, co-production, facilitation, behavioural change or change management.

Experience

Essential

• Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of complex communications and engagement strategies, plans and campaigns within a large or complex organisation.
• Leading communications and engagement activity supporting significant transformation, service or organisational change.
• Providing specialist communications and engagement advice to senior leaders, including on complex, sensitive or contentious issues.
• Developing and delivering communications and engagement training, briefings and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders to build capability and support effective practice.
• Building relationships and delivering activity across complex organisational boundaries, using influencing, persuasion and negotiation to work effectively with stakeholders with differing perspectives and priorities.
• Producing, commissioning and quality-assuring complex communications content and creative materials across a range of channels and audiences, including obtaining and assessing quotations, selecting suppliers and working within agreed spend limits.
• Designing and delivering meaningful stakeholder and community engagement, consultation and/or co-production activity.
• Analysing complex information, stakeholder insight and performance data to assess options, evaluate impact and make specialist recommendations
• Working autonomously, managing complex projects and competing priorities with limited supervision.

Desirable

• NHS or health and care communications and engagement.
• Integrated Care Systems, neighbourhood or place-based working
• Health inequalities and/or population health
• Working with VCSE organisations.

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge of communications and engagement principles, approaches and best practice, including communications strategy, stakeholder engagement, consultation and co-production, campaign planning and organisational change
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate highly complex, sensitive or potentially contentious information clearly and appropriately to a wide range of professional, organisational and community audiences.
• Highly developed influencing, persuasive and negotiating skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships, reconcile differing perspectives and secure agreement across complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong analytical and judgement skills, with the ability to interpret complex and sometimes conflicting information, assess options and make specialist communications and engagement recommendations.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to plan and coordinate complex activity, manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing or urgent requirements.
• Strong digital skills, including the ability to use relevant communications, engagement and reporting systems and to produce complex documents, reports, presentations and digital content.
• Knowledge and understanding of accessibility, inclusive communications and approaches to engaging diverse communities.
• Strong political awareness and understanding of the wider environment in which health and care organisations operate, with the ability to exercise professional judgement and work autonomously within broad organisational policies and professional standards.

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge whilst working within the Community?

We are looking for someone to act as a source of expertise on the assessment and management of patients presenting with a wide range of pathologies to physiotherapists, studentphysiotherapists, skilled non-registered staff, other healthcare professionals, GPs, Consultants, patients and their carers.

Able to provide a high standard of physiotherapy service within Torbay. Which will involve community rehabilitation, crisis response and Intermediate care cover. You will be required to work between these area's dependant on needs of the service, this will take part in the Baywide Intermediate Care weekend rota and late duty rota within the zone. This may also include from time to time, covering other localities within the Trust.

Please feel free to contact us if you require any further information.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver high quality care to the housebound patients of Torbay and work as part of multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with primary care and secondary care.
• Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, including professional and legal accountability and managing clinical risk for all aspects of own work. Some aspects of work will involve delivery of the care as part of a multidisciplinary team. In most cases to be the sole health professional with responsibility for that patient's episode of care
• Undertake advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse or complex physical, psychological, cognitive and behavioural conditions in order to provide an accurate diagnosis and prognosis
• Formulate and deliver individualised physiotherapy treatment programmes, including manual therapy techniques, therapeutic handling, patient education, electrotherapy, provision of exercise (individual/group), and other alternative options. This includes the appropriate selection of referrals for inclusion in a range of treatment programmes, one to one sessions using advanced treatment options, advanced communication, questioning and reasoning skills

About us

Torquay Health and Well-Being Team are a large but supportive team who enjoys mentoring team members and students and is passionate about delivering quality care to the housebound patients. We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality. We are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues. The team is flexible and promotes a health work/home life balance.

Why work with us

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Details

Date posted

13 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, Part-time

Reference number

388-8245677-FC&I-B

Job locations

Kings Ash House

Kings Ash Road

Paignton

TQ3 3XZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Diploma/degree in physiotherapyState registration currentHCPC certificate

Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal,neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly

Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings

Carry out assessments and treatments of people with severe physical, cognitive, behavioural and sensory impairment and poor mobility with frequent intense physical effort daily e.g. handling of heavy body parts. This may include several short periods of static postures kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending and stretching daily.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties.

Job description Job responsibilities Diploma/degree in physiotherapyState registration currentHCPC certificate Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal,neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings Carry out assessments and treatments of people with severe physical, cognitive, behavioural and sensory impairment and poor mobility with frequent intense physical effort daily e.g. handling of heavy body parts. This may include several short periods of static postures kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending and stretching daily. Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Diploma/degree in physiotherapy State registration - current HCPC certificate
• Experience within the NHS including experience as a junior in a broad rotational post covering a range of experience in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field

Desirable

• Post graduate training/experience in rehabilitation and elderly care

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly
• Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers
• Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
• Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings

Desirable

• Experience of primary care rehabilitation
• Knowledge of the safeguarding adults process

Specific Skills

Essential

• An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit
• Competent IT skills

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and adult social care

Requirements due to work environment/conditions

Essential

• Ability to maintain judgement under pressure
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Presentation skills
• Ability to contribute to weekend/evening working rosters
• Ability to work alone assessing and managing risk. Clinical workload involves daily/weekly/monthly domiciliary visits with telephone support from the physiotherapy lead if required, and lone working during the out of hours service
• Ability to be mobile in the South Devon area to complete community visits and attend meetings

Person Specification Qualifications and training Essential Diploma/degree in physiotherapy State registration - current HCPC certificate Experience within the NHS including experience as a junior in a broad rotational post covering a range of experience in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field Desirable Post graduate training/experience in rehabilitation and elderly care Knowledge and experience Essential Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings Desirable Experience of primary care rehabilitation Knowledge of the safeguarding adults process Specific Skills Essential An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit Competent IT skills Desirable Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and adult social care Requirements due to work environment/conditions Essential Ability to maintain judgement under pressure Ability to organise and prioritise workload Presentation skills Ability to contribute to weekend/evening working rosters Ability to work alone assessing and managing risk. Clinical workload involves daily/weekly/monthly domiciliary visits with telephone support from the physiotherapy lead if required, and lone working during the out of hours service Ability to be mobile in the South Devon area to complete community visits and attend meetings

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Ash House

Kings Ash Road

Paignton

TQ3 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Ash House

Kings Ash Road

Paignton

TQ3 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Ready to take your career somewhere extraordinary -- where stunning coastlines, wild moors, a supportive and forward-thinking team culture meet?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our friendly and supportive Intermediate Care and Community Therapy Team based in Newton Abbot working 33.5 hours per week.

Newton Abbot is a vibrant market town, perfectly located with easy access to Dartmoor National Park, the stunning South Devon coastline, and the cities of Exeter and Plymouth. With great transport links, a lively community atmosphere, and an enviable outdoor lifestyle, it's the perfect place to develop your career and enjoy your time outside work.

You will work as part of an established multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality occupational therapy services across community and intermediate care settings. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to patients' lives while benefiting from strong clinical support and development opportunities.

"This is my dream job. Great team, great location and great patients." - Current Team Member

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centred occupational therapy across a range of community settings. You'll work autonomously and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, which includes nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, social workers, dietitians, and more.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Delivering high-quality, patient-centred occupational therapy to support rehabilitation and independence at home.
• Managing your own caseload across a wide range of conditions and levels of complexity.
• Working closely with GPs, Consultants, Nurses, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, and other professionals.
• Preventing avoidable hospital admissions and facilitate timely, safe discharges.
• Participating in our supportive weekend and evening rota (no overnight on-call commitment).
• Engaging in internal rotation opportunities, including Urgent Community Response work, to diversify your clinical skills.

About us

Please do spend some time learning more about us via the following link. Care to join us?

• Our Occupational Therapy team is committed to supporting your professional and personal growth.
• Regular supervision, career development support, and CPD opportunities.
• Opportunities to supervise and mentor students, apprentices, and junior staff.
• A positive, flexible, and supportive team culture.
• True work-life balance with Dartmoor, the coast, and vibrant city life all within easy reach.
• Integrated working across health, social care, and voluntary sectors, delivering holistic, person-centred care.
• You'll be joining a team that is passionate about service development and research.

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with broad clinical experience, including MSK, neurology, respiratory and elderly care.
• Confident working independently and managing clinical risk, including lone working in the community.
• Committed to high standards of patient care and passionate about working in a dynamic community setting.
• An excellent communicator and team player, able to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team.
• An energetic, focused, high performer with initiative, who can remain calm under pressure and who enjoys a challenge

Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.

Ability to travel efficiently around the South Devon locality is important in order to carry out your duties (e.g. Full driving licence and vehicle).

Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
• CPD portfolio and evidence of recent post-graduate learning relevant to area of clinical practice
• Experience within the NHS including experience working in a variety of roles, for example orthopaedics, elderly care and musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience in the NHS working in a community setting

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Proven post-graduate experience
• Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations.
• Pressure care knowledge and prescription of suitable equipment
• Wheelchair Accreditation
• Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and social care
• Understanding of National Service Frameworks for Older People, specifically aspects referring to Stroke, Falls and Intermediate Care
• Student Placement Educators Course
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work on own initiative and without direct supervision and make autonomous decisions
• Evidence of ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of specialised disability equipment
• Therapeutic and manual handling skills
• Detailed understanding of roles of multidisciplinary team members/health and social care agencies
• Understanding of clinical governance issues
• IT skills

Desirable

• Clinical leadership skills
• Recruitment and selection training
• Appraisals and supervision training
• Experience of clinical audit

Specific skills

Essential

• Moving and handling protocols and procedures to include provision of hoists and specialist slings
• Knowledge of vulnerable adults' protocols and procedures
• Risk assessment and management of falls
• Chronic disease conditions
• Orthopaedics
• Neurological conditions
• Elderly care / rehabilitation to include multi-pathology and dementia
• Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students

Desirable

• Experience of using standardised assessments, including specialist cognitive assessments
• Experience of initiating change in the workplace
• Crisis intervention/acute medicine
• Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning skills and proven ability to carry out fast track assessments
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Mental Health conditions
• Community rehabilitation
• Experience of the promotion of inter-agency working
• Experience of seating and postural management

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Ready to take your career somewhere extraordinary -- where stunning coastlines, wild moors, a supportive and forward-thinking team culture meet?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our friendly and supportive Intermediate Care and Community Therapy Team based in Newton Abbot working 37.5 hours per week.

Newton Abbot is a vibrant market town, perfectly located with easy access to Dartmoor National Park, the stunning South Devon coastline, and the cities of Exeter and Plymouth. With great transport links, a lively community atmosphere, and an enviable outdoor lifestyle, it's the perfect place to develop your career and enjoy your time outside work.

You will work as part of an established multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality occupational therapy services across community and intermediate care settings. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to patients' lives while benefiting from strong clinical support and development opportunities.

"This is my dream job. Great team, great location and great patients." - Current Team Member

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centred occupational therapy across a range of community settings. You'll work autonomously and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, which includes nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, social workers, dietitians, and more.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Delivering high-quality, patient-centred occupational therapy to support rehabilitation and independence at home.
• Managing your own caseload across a wide range of conditions and levels of complexity.
• Working closely with GPs, Consultants, Nurses, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, and other professionals.
• Preventing avoidable hospital admissions and facilitate timely, safe discharges.
• Participating in our supportive weekend and evening rota (no overnight on-call commitment).
• Engaging in internal rotation opportunities, including Urgent Community Response work, to diversify your clinical skills.

About us

Please do spend some time learning more about us via the following link. Care to join us?

• Our Occupational Therapy team is committed to supporting your professional and personal growth.
• Regular supervision, career development support, and CPD opportunities.
• Opportunities to supervise and mentor students, apprentices, and junior staff.
• A positive, flexible, and supportive team culture.
• True work-life balance with Dartmoor, the coast, and vibrant city life all within easy reach.
• Integrated working across health, social care, and voluntary sectors, delivering holistic, person-centred care.
• You'll be joining a team that is passionate about service development and research.

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with broad clinical experience, including MSK, neurology, respiratory and elderly care.
• Confident working independently and managing clinical risk, including lone working in the community.
• Committed to high standards of patient care and passionate about working in a dynamic community setting.
• An excellent communicator and team player, able to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team.
• An energetic, focused, high performer with initiative, who can remain calm under pressure and who enjoys a challenge

Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.

Ability to travel efficiently around the South Devon locality is important in order to carry out your duties (e.g. Full driving licence and vehicle).

Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
• CPD portfolio and evidence of recent post-graduate learning relevant to area of clinical practice
• Experience within the NHS including experience working in a variety of roles, for example orthopaedics, elderly care and musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience in the NHS working in a community setting

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Proven post-graduate experience
• Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations.
• Pressure care knowledge and prescription of suitable equipment
• Wheelchair Accreditation
• Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and social care
• Understanding of National Service Frameworks for Older People, specifically aspects referring to Stroke, Falls and Intermediate Care
• Student Placement Educators Course
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work on own initiative and without direct supervision and make autonomous decisions
• Evidence of ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of specialised disability equipment
• Therapeutic and manual handling skills
• Detailed understanding of roles of multidisciplinary team members/health and social care agencies
• Understanding of clinical governance issues
• IT skills

Desirable

• Clinical leadership skills
• Recruitment and selection training
• Appraisals and supervision training
• Experience of clinical audit

Specific skills

Essential

• Moving and handling protocols and procedures to include provision of hoists and specialist slings
• Knowledge of vulnerable adults' protocols and procedures
• Risk assessment and management of falls
• Chronic disease conditions
• Orthopaedics
• Neurological conditions
• Elderly care / rehabilitation to include multi-pathology and dementia
• Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students

Desirable

• Experience of using standardised assessments, including specialist cognitive assessments
• Experience of initiating change in the workplace
• Crisis intervention/acute medicine
• Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning skills and proven ability to carry out fast track assessments
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Mental Health conditions
• Community rehabilitation
• Experience of the promotion of inter-agency working
• Experience of seating and postural management

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified or early-career Occupational Therapist looking for a role where you can grow, explore and truly make a difference?

This is more than just your first job , it's a supported development journey.

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapy Programme at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. This structured rotation provides the ideal environment to build confidence, develop a broad range of clinical skills, and discover the career path that's right for you.

We offer a comprehensivePreceptorship Programme, giving you the time, support and guidance to grow into a confident, capable Occupational Therapist within a supportive team environment.

Based in the beautiful Torbay and South Devon area, you'll be working across a diverse patch that includes stunning coastline, rural communities and vibrant towns. Our services span hospital and community settings, giving you the opportunity to work with a wide range of populations and truly understand whole-system care across urban and rural environments.

You will gain experience across a wide range of services including acute hospital care, community teams, intermediate care and specialist areas, working with people at every stage of their recovery journey to support independence, wellbeing and meaningful participation in daily life.

Informal conversations are actively encouraged, please contact get in touch to discuss the role.

Main duties of the job

• To provide high quality, safe Occupational Therapy services in the right place, at the right time to support the people of Torbay and South Devon to live their lives , with meaningful occupation and purpose.
• This will involve working with individuals to assess their needs and develop plans to support them to achieve their aims, whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team. As a member of the rotation you will change your work area every 6 months.
• Under the supervision of a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the specified area providing specialist occupational therapy input aimed at achieving maximum independence for all patients in order to meet their occupational needs in a meaningful and purposeful manner. To work in accordance with the professional code of conduct and standards of practice and operational policy for this service.

About us

Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

We provide an excellent opportunity for you to develop your skills and gain the foundations for your future career! Our rotation of 13 different placements, offers the opportunity to work in a variety of locations in the stunning South Devon area covering coast, countryside and urban working in a variety of practice areas such as acute and community hospitals, social care, paediatrics and intermediate care teams.

Our staff workforce is caring, committed, inclusive and focused on quality. We focus on solutions and people's strengths, and encourage outside the box thinking and embrace innovation and change wherever it can drive improvement.

If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to Team Torbay and South Devon.

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Why work with us

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

388-8293145-FC&I

Job locations

Various sites due to rotation

Lawes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current HPC registration

Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy or Multidisciplinary team

Knowledge of relevant National service frameworks and clinical guidelines

Evidence of ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team

Commitment to monthly supervision and to service wide development working groups as appropriate

Writing/typing reports

Ability to impart information concerning diagnosis and poor prognosis of physical recovery to patients and their carers

Ability to work with patients in settings that could be cramped, cluttered, unsafe, unhygienic and remote

Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

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Job description Job responsibilities Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy Current HPC registration Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy or Multidisciplinary team Knowledge of relevant National service frameworks and clinical guidelines Evidence of ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team Commitment to monthly supervision and to service wide development working groups as appropriate Writing/typing reports Ability to impart information concerning diagnosis and poor prognosis of physical recovery to patients and their carers Ability to work with patients in settings that could be cramped, cluttered, unsafe, unhygienic and remote Full UK driving licence and access to a car Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. #CaretojoinusTSD

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC registration
• Current CPD Portfolio

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy or Multidisciplinary team
• Experience in the core clinical area of OT within an NHS setting to include: Respiratory and cardiac, acute inpatient and care of the elderly, trauma and orthopaedics, community or intermediate care, neurological conditions, social care
• Competent IT skills
• Presentation skills
• Legal Literacy to include Mental Capacity Act and Care Act 2014
• Knowledge of relevant National service frameworks and clinical guidelines
• Pre or post graduate experience of the following: Home assessment visits, functional assessments, initial interviews with patients/service users
• Evidence of good interpersonal skills with a wide range of people- ability to demonstrate a range of communication skills
• Evidence of clinical reasoning skills
• Evidence of good written and verbal skills
• Ability to evidence good problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Ability to work flexibility, including weekends and bank holidays
• Evidence of commitment to the rotational scheme including willingness to work in all geographical areas covered by rotation
• Commitment to monthly supervision and to service wide development working groups as appropriate
• The job involves frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions on a regular (daily basis) e.g. bodily fluids including sputum, vomit, urine, faeces, fleas and lice and occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression or unpleasant home environments e.g. aggressive pets.
• Some rotations involve lone working-ability to assess and manage risk to self and patients
• Ability to be mobile in the South Devon area to complete community visits and attend meetings

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy Current HCPC registration Current CPD Portfolio Knowledge and experience Essential Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy or Multidisciplinary team Experience in the core clinical area of OT within an NHS setting to include: Respiratory and cardiac, acute inpatient and care of the elderly, trauma and orthopaedics, community or intermediate care, neurological conditions, social care Competent IT skills Presentation skills Legal Literacy to include Mental Capacity Act and Care Act 2014 Knowledge of relevant National service frameworks and clinical guidelines Pre or post graduate experience of the following: Home assessment visits, functional assessments, initial interviews with patients/service users Evidence of good interpersonal skills with a wide range of people- ability to demonstrate a range of communication skills Evidence of clinical reasoning skills Evidence of good written and verbal skills Ability to evidence good problem-solving skills Desirable Ability to work flexibility, including weekends and bank holidays Evidence of commitment to the rotational scheme including willingness to work in all geographical areas covered by rotation Commitment to monthly supervision and to service wide development working groups as appropriate The job involves frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions on a regular (daily basis) e.g. bodily fluids including sputum, vomit, urine, faeces, fleas and lice and occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression or unpleasant home environments e.g. aggressive pets. Some rotations involve lone working-ability to assess and manage risk to self and patients Ability to be mobile in the South Devon area to complete community visits and attend meetings

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various sites due to rotation

Lawes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various sites due to rotation

Lawes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.

The role would include assisting in the care and treatment of patients, providing and monitoring care, preventative care and health promotion.

Main duties of the job

The clinical knowledge and skills for the role include:

Essential:

Venepuncture

Desired:

Wound care and dressings

Blood pressure monitoring

ECGs

Spirometry

About us

Burnham Health Centre is a large teaching practice with various healthcare professionals working at the site. Staff, are encouraged to interact with one another in particular for patients best interests.

We have 13 GPs, nursing staff consisting of Senior Nurses, Practice Nurses, GPA, Nursing Associates and a Phlebotomist, Clinical Pharmacists, and various ARRS from the South Bucks PCN, who regularly work at the practice.

Due to the excellent working relationship, staff members are able to seek advice and are supported where required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Duties

Support the Practice Nurse with health promotion programmes.

Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, BMI, recording findings accurately.

Support the Practice Nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics.

Act as a chaperone as required.

Undertake venepuncture as required.

Work towards spirometry.

Undertake simple dressing procedures following local recommendations, complying with infection control principles and practice, including remove sutures and clips

Actively participate in achieving QOF and Enhanced Services targets and recall demands

Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation.

Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session.

Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with guidance.

Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the IPC policy.

Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate.

Participate in practice audit as directed by the Clinical Lead/Practice Manager.

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care.

Support and participate in shared learning within the practice.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• - Experience of a range of HCA tasks such as wound care
• - Venepuncture, vaccinations
• - Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• - Experience of working to policies and procedures
• - Experience of working with the general public

Qualifications

Essential

• Healthcare qualification (level 3/4) or equivalent level of experience

Desirable

• Phlebotomy certificate

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• - Able to demonstrate excellent patient care
• - Clinical note accuracy and attention to detail
• - Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills with a wide variety of people
• - Excellent keyboard skills and experience of Microsoft Office
• - Able to use initiative and solve problems
• - Ability to prioritise workload, and work to deadlines.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• - Strong interpersonal & communications skills
• - Ability to work autonomously and initiate/self-direct own workload
• - Ability to evaluate risk and recommendations for resolutions.
• - Demonstrates honesty, integrity and promotes organisational values
• - An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
• - Demonstrates adaptable, flexibility, enthusiasm and commitment.

Other requirements

Essential

• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health Clearance

Desirable

• Flexibility to work outside of core hours

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Care Navigator to join our friendly and supportive GP Surgery in Worcester.

You will have strong communications skills, attention to detail, a can-do attitude and will be able to deal with both patients and surgery staff face to face and over the telephone in a professional manner.

We are looking for a candidate who will provide an excellent service to our patients as well as being a committed Team Player.

The surgery is open from 08:00-18:30 Monday to Friday, and our dedicated Team provide shared cover during this time.

NHS or GP Practice experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.

Please note:

Respectfully, we do not accept applications or enquiries from agencies. The Practice reserves the right to amend the closing date of this vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. Unfortuntately, due to the high volume of applications we are only able to respond to those successful in being invited for interview.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver an efficient and effective reception and administration service to patients, whilst projecting a positive and friendly image and operating within the guidelines of practice policies and protocols. Be the point of contact between patients and clinicians and to help in the smooth running of the Surgery, whilst maintaining a confidential environment at all times.

The job responsibilities detailed within the Job Description form the basis of all non-clinical roles, whether they are patient facing or non-patient facing. All staff should be prepared to undertake a variety of tasks, as required by the business, which may be subject to change from time to time. Each department will have their own priorities on a day to day basis.

About us

We recognise the increasing pressures faced by GPs and practice staff and are constantly striving to ensure that our staff members have a good work-life balance to create an enjoyable and sustainable working environment. In expanding our clinical and support teams, we hope to begin the journey towards lengthening consultation times to support an increasingly complex workload.

Our team currently comprises:

6 Partners, 8 Salaried GPs and a University term time Triage GP

An experienced and strong Nursing Team

Clinical Pharmacist

2 Advanced Nurse Practitioners

Experienced Practice Management, supported Line Managers, Administrative and Reception Staff.

Our branch Surgery in Kempsey compromises of an excellent Team of Dispensers and Reception Staff.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job responsibilities detailed within this Job Description form the basis of all non-clinical roles, whether they are patient facing or non-patient facing. All staff should be prepared to undertake a variety of tasks, as required by the business, which may be subject to change from time to time. Each department will have their own priorities on a day to day basis.

Reception:

• Provide the first point of contact for patients and visitors to the practice in a professional manner.
• Handle requests for appointments in line with practice protocol to ensure the efficient running of the practice appointment system.
• Handle home visit requests in line with practice protocol.
• Handle patient queries and enquiries efficiently, both face to face and on the telephone
• Record and communicate messages for other members of the Practice Team and other agencies accurately and without delay.
• To be the main contact point for non-clinical medication related queries from pharmacies, nursing homes, and other health care professionals, to improve the accuracy of patient medication records.
• To deal with and process requests for repeat prescriptions in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Respond to requests for test results from patients and give results where authorise, whilst strictly adhering to guidelines on patient confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate computerised patient records, register new patients on to clinical system, amend registration details and input clinical data in line with practice protocol.
• Deal with all appropriate tasks and items in generated throughout various computerised platforms such as EMIS WEB, Klinik Online Traiage and NHSMail.
• Maintain manual patient records in line with Practice Protocol.
• To develop own role and skills in Care Navigation using available training and support. To actively listen, signpost people to sources of help, advocacy and support, and to help people play an active role in managing their own health.
• Be responsible for the preparation of premises for surgery, ensuring that all consulting rooms and public areas are tidied before and after each surgery session, stocking up items where necessary, in order to provide welcoming environment for patients, visitors and practice team.
• To maintain a clean environment in the surgery at all times, clearing up any mess which occurs during working hours.
• Register new patients as required and be able to explain practice arrangements. Be aware of arrangements for temporary/emergency/Out of Area and Special Allocation patients.
• Liaise with third party practitioners such as District Nurses and Ambulance Services
• Be aware and advise patients of charges for non-GMS services. Collect and administer payments for private services accordingly.
• To undertake on a fair share basis cover for Extended Access opening and additional clinics such as Flu Clinics which fall outside of core GMS contracted hours, as well as cover for colleagues planned and unplanned leave.
• To undertake all necessary training as required by the business.
• In accordance with instruction, carry out any relative duties which may be requested by the Partners, Clinicians, Practice Nurses or Practice Manager and which may be properly deemed to be part of the role of a Receptionist in general practice.
• Remain calm and prioritise tasks whilst working in a busy environment, frequently dealing with competing demands from both patients and members of the practice and attached team.
• Maintain a professional attitude in all communication with patients and members of the practice team.

All members of the staff have to be flexible and willing and able to do each others jobs. Staff must be able to offer cover for absent colleagues where necessary. All staff should be prepared to carry out any reasonable request made by a partner, doctor or the Practice management. All staff are expected to be punctual and arrive at work in enough time so that they are ready to commence their role by their contracted start time.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people in a customer or client facing service.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a healthcare, NHS or General Practice environment.

Job summary

Healthcare Assistant Wards

Healthcare Assistant | HCA | Wards | 37.5 hours per week | Permanent | Bristol

Spire Bristol Hospital are looking for an HCA to join our fantastic ward team to work a mixture of shifts. Responsible for supporting our Registered Nurses on the Wards, you will be working a mixture of day and night shifts.

Pls note that this role will be working on a rota across the following shift patterns - Working shifts across 24 hours - a mix of 0700-1500/1300-2100/2030-07.30/0700-2100.

Main duties of the job

Duties and responsibilities

Based on our wards you will be responsible for providing a caring support service to our patients. You will be providing basic nursing care in conjunction with our qualified nurses which will include observations, ECGs & Phlebotomy.

About us

Spire Bristol Hospital is the largest private hospital in the South West, offering fast access to a broad range of treatments and services including complex surgery and a Children and Young People's Service. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means we're committed to looking after you and your health.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Who we're looking for

• You will need to have previous hospital experience
• Ideally Phlebotomy trained but training can be provided
• You will have NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care
• Someone who excels in customer service and has a caring demeanour

Benefits

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free on-site parking

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see above

Experience

Essential

• Please see above

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic dietitian to join our friendly and dynamic team at The South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We have rotational posts based across our 3 hospital bases. Our service covers the 2 main hospital sites - the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton and The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, in addition to our community services across the Redcar and Cleveland community locality and the Hambleton & Richmond community locality.

Main duties of the job

The acute rotations include experience within specialities such as stroke, neurology, cardiology, general and respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, older people's medicine and spinal injuries.

The community rotations include nutritional support, diabetes, enteral feeding, gastroenterology and paediatrics in community clinics, community wards and care homes. You will be involved in the delivery of group education sessions to patients and their carers.

The postholder will also be regularly involved in the education of other health care professionals, care home staff and support workers.

You will be given supervision and support from experienced Dietitians to enable you to develop your skills and gain experience in specialist areas. You will undertake a one year preceptorship programme.

We encourage staff to get involved in exploring new ways of working and service developments, with opportunities for CPD along the way.

After a period of 6 months, and following clinical supervisory skills training, you would be fully involved in the training of student Dietitians.

Due to the nature of some of the rotations you will need to be able to travel across the South Tees and Hambleton and Richmondshire localities.

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.

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 description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Knowledge of relevant national guidelines and standards
• To demonstrate analytical skills and judgment

Desirable

• Evidence of audit
• Membership of: British Dietetic Association (BDA)
• Skills in the use of SystmOne or another electronic patient record

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• To hold a Degree in Dietetics or equivalent
• To be registered as a Dietitian and fit to practice by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Access to transport for work purposes to meet the requirements of the role

Desirable

• Behaviour change training

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates experience across a variety of clinical areas

Desirable

• Experience of training/working in NHS environment

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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