Job summary

The North Stoke CAMHS Team are looking to recruit to a part-time Band 7 Clinical Psychologist on a fixed term basis until 6 March 2028.

The successful candidate will:

Be accountable for own professional practice in the delivery of specialist psychological care to children, young people and families experiencing complex mental health concerns and distress or learning disabilities which may include challenging behaviours.

Be compassionate in meeting the needs of children, young people, their carers and families.

Provide advice, guidance and clinical supervision to less experienced colleagues within the designated psychology service and to other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Undertake formal research as an integral part of the job.

Be pro-active in continual service improvement within own area.

Promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health or learning disabilities.

Main duties of the job

Provides specialist psychological assessment of clients with complex conditions based on the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of data from a variety of sources.

Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of client harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, reporting all such concerns and taking all reasonable steps to protect the client.

Responsible for identifying and reporting concerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk.

Undertakes risk assessment and risk management for individual clients and provides specialist advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and risk management.

Formulates plans for specialist psychological therapy and/or management of clients' mental health conditions based upon an appropriate conceptual framework and evidence-based practice. Negotiates the implementation of such plans with clients and/or their carers.

Implements a range of specialist psychological therapies.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Analyses complex client information, derived from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with the client, family members and others involved in the clients care.

Adjusts and refines psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.

Evaluates and makes decisions about treatment options, taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group.

Responsible for maintaining appropriate boundaries with service users.

The post holder may be required to undertake duties not specified in the job description, but which are commensurate with the role and/or band as required by service need.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical / counselling psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
• HCPC registration as a practitioner psychologist.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, inpatient settings. Some experience of working with clients with severe and enduring mental health problems.
• Experience of working with children, young people and families and carers.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health
• Doctoral level knowledge of Evidence-based practice relevant to the role

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

This post is for an 8b SLaM AVATAR therapy Training Lead for a new Wellcome funded study, AVATAR-RWE (Real World Evidence).The successful candidate will work as part of an NHS implementation study of AVATAR therapy, a blended digital intervention for distressing voices in psychosis. Having tested efficacy in rigorous randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and with replication emerging from independent research groups, our focus is on national and international implementation of AVATAR therapy. In March 2024 AVATAR therapy received a NICE-Early Value Assessment recommendation for deployment in the NHS for the purpose of real-world evidence generation.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

The post holder will:

Lead on training and supervision of therapists in SLaM.

Supervise the Assistant Psychologist, to support data collection to a high standard, in line with study protocols.

Oversee reporting and transfer of research data to project leads, in line with research governance approvals.

Support the optimisation of AVATAR therapy software and training resources

Support the KCL-based Researchers in development of study materials.

The post holder may be asked to contribute to training and supervision beyond SLaM (i.e. other trusts/ clinical settings) to support the wider roll-out of AVATAR therapy

The post holder will support Dr Tom Ward and Dr Clem Edwards in the delivery of these aims. The job purpose will focus on leadership in the training and supervision of AVATAR therapy delivered within SLaM alongside the real-world data collection.

The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.

About us

About South London and Maudsley:

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£75,328 to £86,114 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Inner)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

30 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-CLI-8313291

Job locations

PICuP (Psychological Interventions Clinic for outpatients with Psychosis)/ Psychology (KCL)

Henry Wellcome Building, PO77 IOPPN, De crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is for an 8b SLaM AVATAR therapy Training Lead for a new Wellcome funded study, AVATAR-RWE (Real World Evidence). The successful candidate will work as part of an NHS implementation study of AVATAR therapy, a blended digital intervention for distressing voices in psychosis. Please see attached Job description for further information

Job description Job responsibilities This post is for an 8b SLaM AVATAR therapy Training Lead for a new Wellcome funded study, AVATAR-RWE (Real World Evidence). The successful candidate will work as part of an NHS implementation study of AVATAR therapy, a blended digital intervention for distressing voices in psychosis. Please see attached Job description for further information

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDoctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or equivalent, and HCPC registered. (A)

Desirable

• oPost-qualification Postgraduate Diploma in CBT for psychosis/Severe Mental Illness (SMI) or equivalent specialist experience. (A)

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience of working in adult mental health services with people with psychosis.

Desirable

• Training, supervision, or delivery of digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems.
• Training and experience in AVATAR therapy delivery and supervision

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge, experience and interest in AVATAR or relevant relational therapies for psychosis (A/I)
• Knowledge and skills in CBT for psychosis. (A/I)
• Knowledge and skills in supervision and training of other mental health professionals. (A/I)

Desirable

• Knowledge and skills in digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems. (A/I)
• Training and supervision of psychological practitioners to deliver psychological interventions for psychosis (A/I)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oDoctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or equivalent, and HCPC registered. (A) Desirable oPost-qualification Postgraduate Diploma in CBT for psychosis/Severe Mental Illness (SMI) or equivalent specialist experience. (A) Experience Essential Post qualification experience of working in adult mental health services with people with psychosis. Desirable Training, supervision, or delivery of digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems. Training and experience in AVATAR therapy delivery and supervision Knowledge Essential Knowledge, experience and interest in AVATAR or relevant relational therapies for psychosis (A/I) Knowledge and skills in CBT for psychosis. (A/I) Knowledge and skills in supervision and training of other mental health professionals. (A/I) Desirable Knowledge and skills in digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems. (A/I) Training and supervision of psychological practitioners to deliver psychological interventions for psychosis (A/I)

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

PICuP (Psychological Interventions Clinic for outpatients with Psychosis)/ Psychology (KCL)

Henry Wellcome Building, PO77 IOPPN, De crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

PICuP (Psychological Interventions Clinic for outpatients with Psychosis)/ Psychology (KCL)

Henry Wellcome Building, PO77 IOPPN, De crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The North Stoke CAMHS Team are looking to recruit to a full-time Band 6 Occupational Therapist, fixed term for 12 months.

It is an exciting time at Stoke CAMHS, we continue to strive to be more accessible to children and families and we are looking at reflecting this in the opening hours of the service, the service is moving towards an 8am to 8pm service, Monday to Friday. Therefore, the working hours will be rota based and may include 12-hour shifts. This working pattern not only provides better opportunities for children and their families but also enables practitioners to have a better work-life balance.

The successful candidate will:

• Be responsible for the assessment and provision of Occupational Therapy interventions to young people with mental health needs and/or neurodevelopmental difficulties.
• Develop positive liaison and information links with all professionals working within the specialist area of child and adolescent mental health.
• Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy services within a designated area / team holding responsibility for a defined caseload and projects.

Main duties of the job

To undertake assessment and therapeutic interventions applying specialist knowledge and skills relevant to young persons and parent/carer's individual needs, utilising MOHO model of practice as evidence-based framework for OT assessment and intervention.

To liaise with schools and contribute to EHCP in relation to identifying and meeting a young person's needs so that they are able to engage and achieve in an educational setting.

To lead and plan management of treatment of young people in your clinical area taking into account their emotional, cognitive, physical, psychological, sensory and social needs. Using a person centred and collaborative approach with the young person and their parents/carers. Evaluate treatment and modify as appropriate.

To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental health illness has on a young person's functioning, and provide appropriate intervention, training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the young person's physical and social environment, working with the young person, schools and parents/carers.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To establish robust communication networks with clients, carers, members of the multi-disciplinary team, OT colleagues and other professionals and agencies.

To promote awareness of OT within the work environment, by assisting in training, giving talks to appropriate staff groups.

To promote awareness of the OT role for young people with mental health needs within the service and with other services and agencies.

To participate in any current public relations exercises.

To provide support and advice to other colleagues as required regarding OT and mental health issues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• State registration with HCPC

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate an awareness of the skills and knowledge of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Relevant experience in the post applied for.

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work with staff from other agencies, social services and independent sector.
• Understanding of outcome measures relevant to area of expertise.

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

Our Trust is on an incredible journey of innovation and we'd like you to be part of it. To excel you will be an enthusiastic, caring and compassionate individual who is looking to work within a Trust that is ambitious to perform well and has been told by the Care Quality Commission that it is the fastest improving mental health Trust in the country. We are looking to recruit Trainee Education mental health practitioners. This is a training position and the post holder will be undertaking the training at the University of Derby alongside working in the Mental Health Support Team.

The role is specific and involves offering Low Intensity interventions based on Cognitive Behavioural Techniques for Children and Young People. All applicants will need to meet the criteria laid out by the University of Derby to access the training course - either post graduate or graduate, these details are on the job description and person specification.

The training year will be worked across the full year, on completion of the course contracts move to a B5 permanent term time only contract.

Main duties of the job

Our vision is 'To be Outstanding in all we do and how we do it.' Our teams pride themselves on compassion, team work and resilience. The Trust supports you by offering a flexible shift system and compressed hours to support working families and our staff parking is free on all our main sites.

You can expect Continuing Professional Development (CPD) which is tailored to meet your professional development; individual CPD advice is available from our Practice Education Team.

You will receive supervision in line with the Trust values and the training course.

The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering, under supervision, high-quality; outcome-informed, focused, evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing, mild to moderate anxiety, low mood and behavioural difficulties.

The Mental Health Support Teams are currently based in two sites across the locality. These are Stoke, the Staffordshire Moorlands and North Staffordshire.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a developing service with high expectations for improving the outcomes for children and families in Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an employee and representative of the Trust, you are required to demonstrate and uphold the Trusts Values. These are:

Proud to CARE:

Compassionate

Caring with compassion, its about how we listen, what we say, what we do.

Approachable

Friendly, welcoming, sharing ideas and being open

Responsible

Taking personal and collective responsibility, being accountable for our actions

Excellent

Striving for the best, for high-quality safe care and continually improving

This is an exciting time in the Transformation of Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services, and as one of the founding areas for this service, this role is a perfect opportunity to help shape the services we provide in Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire in our MHST schools.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to study as a self-motivated learner who can formulate their own progress towards learning objectives and negotiate pathways to achievement with supervisory teams

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the educational system in England

Qualifications

Essential

• For access to PG EMHP course o Ability to study at degree level. o Proven record of previous academic attainment of second class bachelors degree or equivalent overseas qualification. o Good solid basic literacy and numeracy qualifications at a minimum of level 2 For access to Graduate EMHP course: o Minimum academic credit at level 4 and 5 or equivalent and significant related experience in a workplace setting. o Level 3 will also be considered in a relevant subject and with significant related experience (subject to university approval) Maths and English GCSE minimum grade 4 (or grade C) or equivalent

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).

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a dynamic Band 6 Physiotherapist to become part of our integrated Medical HSEP (Health Services for Elderly People) therapy team.

As a team of therapy support workers, occupational therapists, dieticians, speech and language therapists and physiotherapists, we are dedicated to providing and improving our excellent quality of care for older patients and those living with frailty and dementia.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate should be an enthusiastic and passionate therapist, who is keen to develop their specialist clinical knowledge and management skills. They should be forward thinking with excellent organisational and clinical skills within the fast-paced in-patient setting, to facilitate safe discharges and provide excellent quality of care. There are many opportunities to lead on and participate in Quality Improvement Projects and assist in setting new directions for our service. Good communication skills and the motivation to encourage and facilitate best practice is required. You will be joining a well-established and supportive integrated Therapy team and work closely with, and be supported by, the Clinical Lead and an Advanced Frailty Practitioner.

It is a requirement for this post to participate in the 7-day working roster and bank holiday cover.

The Therapy Department holds a high profile within the Trust and is committed to staff and service development. We offer a large range of in-service and external training to suit individual's learning objectives and the needs of the service.

Specialist support and supervision will be provided to increase your skills in managing patients living with frailty for example, advanced communication skills including What Matters to You and Advanced Care Planning, Delirium recognition and management and nutrition.

About us

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

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role

and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration
• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Membership of specialist interest group
• Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a broad acute rotational post, including frailty, respiratory and acute medicine
• Experience with complex discharge planning

Desirable

• Experience of working at band 6 level

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Able to work under pressure.
• Able to document information accurately
• Able to demonstrate sound reasoning skills
• Effective Communication Skills
• Ability to participate in weekend, bank-holiday rota
• Evidence of teaching and supervision skills
• Problem solving skills
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Evidence of student or supporting a therapy support worker
• Involvement in audit, research and understanding of quality issues
• Presentation skills

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of current physiotherapy practice in relevant area
• Awareness of Evidence Based practice
• Understanding of legal responsibilities of the profession such as confidentiality, consent and documentation
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio.

Desirable

• Evidence of attendance at relevant postgraduate courses
• Knowledge of current NHS and local issues
• Understanding of clinical governance and its implication for services, including experience of quality issues and audit

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to meet the trust values

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 seeking a motivated and compassionate Social Worker to join our specialist team, delivering high-quality social work services within community, mental health or hospital setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals on their recovery journey, promoting independence, social inclusion, and positive outcomes.

In this role, you will undertake person-led assessments, risk assessments, and support planning, ensuring services are delivered in line with legislation, policy, and professional standards. You will carry out statutory social care responsibilities, assess needs, and coordinate tailored social care packages and therapeutic interventions for individuals.

You will also play a key role in supporting conditionally discharged patients, acting as a Social Supervisor by providing effective monitoring, risk management, and reporting to the Secretary of State. There may also be opportunities to deputise for the Advanced Forensic Social Worker as required.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social worker who is passionate about recovery-focused practice and committed to delivering person-led care within a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Main duties of the job

Provide direct clinical care, ensuring systems monitor and support practice and performance.

Promote high standards of knowledge and understanding in Forensic Social Work.

Act autonomously and in conjunction with the wider MDT.

Provide support and supervision to colleagues in the Forensic Division.

Provide clinical advice and leadership appropriate to professional background.

Work with service users and carers to facilitate collaborative engagement in individual care pathways and service development.

Ensure patient safety, risk reduction/mitigation and competent practice in self and others.

Use clinical reasoning and decision-making to support person-centred care plans.

Exercise professional judgement to manage risk appropriately, particularly during complex and unpredictable events, working within the team to ensure safety of individuals, families and carers.

Act as advocate and role model, delivering care responsive to changing requirements.

Support service training programmes and stakeholder training events.

Provide clinical support to community consultancy, including discharge preparation, positively influencing practice to enhance quality of patient-centred care.

Participate in debriefs following incidents and support learning from incidents.

About us

We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website

We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.

We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support you'll need to get you started.

We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.

We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and wellbeing support.

From city to countryside, market towns to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.

Find out more and search live jobs.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information with regards to this vacancy please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Qualifications, Education and Training

Essential

• Degree and current professional registration held with Social Work England
• Post registration/graduate diploma or equivalent experience in related work area, to demonstrate specialist level of practice
• Demonstrable experience of mentoring
• Full understanding of relevant policy, legislation, drivers and their application to the service area, e.g. Safeguarding, Mental Health Act, Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Social Inclusion, Liberty Protection, Safeguards and other relevant legislation
• Full understanding/application of relevant practice/standards/audit within identified service area
• Standard IT skills

Desirable

• Accredited Practice Educator
• Best Interest Assessor
• Approved Mental Health Professional or willing to undertake AMHP training
• Evidence of CPD or experiential learning at an advanced level e.g postgraduate/masters level
• Leadership training/qualification/experience
• Evidence of project work that has impacted on practice and demonstrates a higher level of communication/planning/change that impacts within own area of work/responsibility

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the service area at specialist level
• Evidence of development of specialist practice skills and able to demonstrate the impact of this on practice change/development
• Evidence of promoting/supporting active service user/carer involvement/participation
• Act as a Care Programme Approach (CPA) coordinator
• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with vulnerable people

Desirable

• Development of specialist/advanced level of professional/practice skills and able to demonstrate the impact of this on practice change/development
• Leadership/management experience which has led to positive impact and created change within the service delivery/practice
• Professional networking locally

Skills, Competencies and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Effective inter-personal skills and experience in supervising and mentoring
• Good time management skills
• Ability to demonstrate ethical values and attitudes within a culture of equality and diversity
• Ability to commute between the various sites
• Able to demonstrate practical skills related to daily living
• Frequent exposure to emotional or distressing circumstances

Desirable

• Ability to lead and motivate staff to embrace change
• Working knowledge of Trust policies and procedures in order to effectively lead others

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 have a rare vacancy arise, that provides the successful applicant the opportunity to join our diverse and supportive team at the Older Adult Inpatient Team.

You will work closely with the MDT team in the Thurrock area and in collaboration with the senior leadership expertise across the Care of Older Adults wards. You will have a clinical lead responsibility across the SE.

This post is suitable for a new or developing band 7 as well as those with experience looking for a change.

We are looking for an innovative and an enthusiastic team player to maximise the potential of the service and direct the team in its ongoing development. We are keen for a leader who is passionate about service development and innovation.

It is an exciting time to join us at EPUT as we are implementing an Acute Therapeutic model across all our inpatient areas with lots of opportunities to showcase the expertise of Occupational Therapy.

Applicants should be committed to delivering a high quality service based on your knowledge of evidence based practice and clinical governance.

The successful applicant will be supervised by AHP Lead to ensure they are supported in their role and professional development. Peer support is encouraged and there are numerous CPD and Developmental Forums.

Main duties of the job

You will provide expert support and guidance to the Occupational Therapy provision and contribute to future service developments. You will undertake highly specialist clinical work and provide Occupational Therapy advice to other disciplines, providing training, supervision and support as required. You will carry out professional leadership responsibilities as delegated by the AHP lead, and you may be asked to undertake research and other tasks that contribute to the implementation of the Trust Strategy for Allied Health Professions.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To utilise specialist assessments when presented with complex cases.

2. To make decisions on the level of treatment intervention required, utilising occupational therapy theory and outcome measures as appropriate.

3. To undertake specialist treatment planning using expert clinical reasoning, communicating and negotiating treatment plans with clients and carers.

4. To communicate agreed treatment/care plans to multi-disciplinary team colleagues and partnership agencies at formal and informal meetings.

5. To work in collaboration with others to modify aspects of the environment in order to empower clients and facilitate optimal functional performance.

6. To liaise with Social Services and Housing Organisations concerning provision of equipment and home adaptations.

7. To manage a complex caseload and provide specialist Occupational Therapy advice on adaptive equipment and telecare.

8. To apply a variety of specialist treatment modalities to meet the needs of clients in individual or group format, utilising clinical reasoning processes to determine the most appropriate setting for intervention.

9. To make clinically informed decisions in order to delegate aspects of client care to assistants, junior staff, students, carers and statutory or non-statutory bodies.

10. To regularly review clients progress in order to evaluate and interpret the effectiveness of treatment plans, and amend treatment or discharge clients accordingly.

11. To undertake research and audit to develop and initiate interventions that are evidence based and reflect a sound integration of theoretical knowledge in order to meet client need.

12. To keep up to date clinical records in line with professional standards and local record keeping policies.

13. To provide written and verbal reports as required at any stage in the treatment process in line with Occupational Therapy Clinical Governance Standards.

Indirect Clinical Duties:

1. To plan and co-ordinate the work of Occupational Therapy staff.

2. To participate constructively in multi-disciplinary team working, attending MDT meetings and clinical case discussions and providing specialist professional advice and recommendations.

3. To initiate and lead on projects to meet identified service needs.

4. To lead or participate in research where appropriate and contribute to the development of service policies.

5.. To identify any aspects of the service which can be improved and implement appropriate change in conjunction with the Head Occupational Therapist.

6. To participate and lead where appropriate in local service development and engagement events.

7.. To contribute to the strategic development of specialist dementia provision as directed by the Head Occupational therapist.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Post graduate or specialist relevant training

Desirable

• Knowledge of Falls

Experience

Essential

• Leadership
• Older Adults Mental Health
• Years Experience Min 5 years

Desirable

• Physical Health Experience
• Inpatient experience
• Management

Knowledge

Essential

• Recognised working knowledge of an OT model
• Management/Leadership experience
• Valid UK driving license
• Access to car

Desirable

• Working in Older Adults Mental Health
• Working in Older Adult Mental Health Inpatients

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

FM Assistant (Cleaning) Saffron Walden Community Hospital Band 2 - £12.92 per hour (£25,272 per annum pro rata) Various Hours and Rota's available - Monday to Sunday - To be discussed at interview

To participate in the provision of the in-house FM services to a specified area within the Trust, which may include in-patient areas and retail outlets: The FM services comprises of the cleaning, catering, portering, bed making and laundering services, however some of these services are unit specific. Therefore sections of this job description may not be relevant to all staff and will be identified where appropriate but are not exhaustive.

You must be aware of the important part you play in maintaining the environment to an excellent standard.

You must also be aware that your work will involve working alongside patients and occasionally interacting with them as you carry out your duties outlined below.

Main duties of the job

You will be working as part of the Facilities Team and are expected to have a flexible approach to your duties.

You will be working as a valued member of the Estates & Facilities Management Team.

Please note you must have right to work in the UK to apply for this position.

Due to current Home Office Guidelines, we are unable to sponsor this job role.

The Estates & Facilities Department is responsible for delivering high quality and cost effective services across Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking to appoint a number of enthusiastic and highly motivated

Annual leave entitlement is 27 days plus bank holidays rising to 33 days after 10 years service (pro-rata to hours worked).

About us

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work

Important Notice: Recently the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021 (the Regulations) which amended on 22 July 2021 and come into force on 11 November 2021 that anyone directly employed to work in a Care Home or who are required as part of their role to be deployed to a CQC registered care home are required to have had both their COVID vaccinations, unless they are exempt. This is therefore a requirement of this role and will form part of our pre-employment checks

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum pro rota

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

364-B-536

Job locations

Saffron Walden Community Hospital

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

CB11 3HY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDomestic Service including Rapid Response (CAT)To ensure that the ward(s) / areas you are assigned to are cleaned in accordance with the

Work Schedule for those ward(s) / areas.This will include vacuuming floors; sweeping, scrubbing and mopping floors; high and low dusting; wiping over and polishing (where applicable) both vertical and horizontal surfaces, mirrors, chairs*, bed frames*, bins, sani-bins; cleaning toilets, sinks, baths and showers; cleaning cookers, regeneration ovens, fridges, holding fridges, microwaves and others items in the kitchens; defrosting fridges on a regular basis; restocking consumables such as toilet tissue, handtowels, soap; descaling taps; and bins and replacing bin liners.(* Providing they have not been soiled with body fluids)To work with your supervisor and other interested parties when the work schedule for the area you are assigned to is reviewed. This is to ensure that the Work Schedule for that area is manageable and appropriate.To ensure that you inform your supervisor if there are any problems for example, with floor coverings, surfaces etc which will have a detrimental effect on your ability to clean those areas properly.To ensure that whilst you carry out your duties you only use the correct colour coded mops, cloths, buckets etc that have assigned to those areas and that these items are properly cleaned and stored or disposed of at the ends of your shift. You are doing this to prevent cross infection in the area you are working in.To ensure that all the cleaning materials and disposables you use (ie floor cleaner, handtowels) are used economically. It will be your responsibility to report to your supervisor if you find the quality of the products you are using deteriorates in any way, or if substitute products are delivered to your ward. You must ensure that only chemicals provided by the Trust area used and that these are used appropriately and in the way you were trained to use them.To use any machinery /equipment (ie vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, regeneration ovens) in such a way that you will not either endanger yourself or any other person in the area in which you are working. This will include: reporting any faults or broken equipment to your supervisor as soon as possible keeping equipment clean and/or cleaning items after you have used them changing vacuum cleaner bags on a regular basis only using equipment for the task it is intended for remembering to use safety signs and circuit breakers when appropriate.To be responsible for ensuring that all the equipment and cleaning materials you use are stored securely and safely in the area in which you are working. You must report to your supervisor if you find that the security of these items is threatened in any way, or if you find your storeroom unlocked when you commence your shift.To ensure that general or domestic waste, recyclables and clinical waste are disposed of in the correct manner and to bring to your supervisors attention any incidences where waste is not being segregated, stored or disposed of correctly. Food ServicesTo assist (where applicable) with the regeneration process of cook chill meals by taking and recording the temperature of the cook chill food prior to placing it into the regeneration oven and commencing the cook cycle. To prepare soup, gravy and custard for the patient meal service. (Note you will be responsible for the whole regeneration process, which will include ensuring temperatures are recorded at the end of the regeneration cycle and for plating food in order that it can be served to patients by clinical staff at Thurrock, Rochford and all sites in the North of the Trust.)To ensure the oven gloves and cloths are used and laundered on a regular basis.To be responsible (if applicable) for serving and clearing away the meals served to patients on the ward / area you are working in.To be responsible for the cleaning of crockery and cutlery that is used for the serving of patients meals.

Laundry Service

(This section is relevant to specific areas i.e. Mountnessing Court and Fountains Court, Landermere Centre, Henneage Ward and Kingswood Centre).To ensure that all items of patients clothing, duvet covers, duvets and curtains requiring laundering are washed, dried and finished in the correct and most appropriate way for those items.To ensure that any garment, once it has been washed and dried that has not reached the required standard is either re-processed or ironed so that it is returned to its owner in an acceptable condition. To ensure patients personal items are labeled.To ensure that dirty and soiled items are kept separate from clean items to minimize the risk of cross infection.To ensure that all items, once they have been through the complete laundering process are placed in the agreed area.To ensure you keep the Laundry clean and tidy. This will include completing the cleaning checklist to evidence that all tasks have been completed to a satisfactory standard.To ensure that you and your colleagues work together to keep the machinery (i.e. washingmachines and tumble driers) in the laundry clean and that faulty machinery is reported to the Supervisor so that it may be dealt with as soon as possible.

PorteringTo carry out various routine tasks that include the delivery of pharmacy boxes and medical records (where appropriate) clean linen, bread, milk, general stores and goods received, meal trolleys and the collection of dirty linen, waste etc. Where appropriate to obtain a signature from an appropriate member of staff for these items. These duties include the Compassionate Empowering Open watering of plants in public areas and assisting with keeping public areas tidy over weekends and Bank Holidays.To sort, deliver and collect mail (where applicable) as instructed.Frank post for collection by royal mail (West Essex)To carry out ad-hoc tasks as and when required for example transporting patients (accompanied by nursing staff Basildon MHU only), medical gasses, specimen and bloods, furniture removal, setting up meeting rooms.Ensure medical gas supplies are maintained and monitored for in patient wards at St Margarets and Saffron Walden Community Hospitals.To decant and deliver liquid nitrogen to the relevant department OPD (West Essex), reporting defects and cryogenic liquid levels for replenishment.To safely operate the electro-hydraulic waste compactor (with appropriate training).Attend Community site buildings using Trust vehicle for ad-hoc work including collections and deliveriesTo assist with the unloading and loading of vehicles are required.To ensure the site, including the car park is kept clear of litter and rubbish and external waste bins are emptied and kept clean.To assist when required with vehicular access to site i.e. fire brigade in an emergency andmvisitors requiring assistance.To attend fire calls as per the Trusts procedure and where required provide assistance to the fire brigade to ender the site and guide them to the designated fire panel and key box.To undertake gritting and snow clearance around the site in times of severe weather.To keep waste compound and storage areas and all equipment used for the service cleanand tidy.

Job description Job responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDomestic Service including Rapid Response (CAT)To ensure that the ward(s) / areas you are assigned to are cleaned in accordance with the Work Schedule for those ward(s) / areas.This will include vacuuming floors; sweeping, scrubbing and mopping floors; high and low dusting; wiping over and polishing (where applicable) both vertical and horizontal surfaces, mirrors, chairs*, bed frames*, bins, sani-bins; cleaning toilets, sinks, baths and showers; cleaning cookers, regeneration ovens, fridges, holding fridges, microwaves and others items in the kitchens; defrosting fridges on a regular basis; restocking consumables such as toilet tissue, handtowels, soap; descaling taps; and bins and replacing bin liners.(* Providing they have not been soiled with body fluids)To work with your supervisor and other interested parties when the work schedule for the area you are assigned to is reviewed. This is to ensure that the Work Schedule for that area is manageable and appropriate.To ensure that you inform your supervisor if there are any problems for example, with floor coverings, surfaces etc which will have a detrimental effect on your ability to clean those areas properly.To ensure that whilst you carry out your duties you only use the correct colour coded mops, cloths, buckets etc that have assigned to those areas and that these items are properly cleaned and stored or disposed of at the ends of your shift. You are doing this to prevent cross infection in the area you are working in.To ensure that all the cleaning materials and disposables you use (ie floor cleaner, handtowels) are used economically. It will be your responsibility to report to your supervisor if you find the quality of the products you are using deteriorates in any way, or if substitute products are delivered to your ward. You must ensure that only chemicals provided by the Trust area used and that these are used appropriately and in the way you were trained to use them.To use any machinery /equipment (ie vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, regeneration ovens) in such a way that you will not either endanger yourself or any other person in the area in which you are working. This will include: reporting any faults or broken equipment to your supervisor as soon as possible keeping equipment clean and/or cleaning items after you have used them changing vacuum cleaner bags on a regular basis only using equipment for the task it is intended for remembering to use safety signs and circuit breakers when appropriate.To be responsible for ensuring that all the equipment and cleaning materials you use are stored securely and safely in the area in which you are working. You must report to your supervisor if you find that the security of these items is threatened in any way, or if you find your storeroom unlocked when you commence your shift.To ensure that general or domestic waste, recyclables and clinical waste are disposed of in the correct manner and to bring to your supervisors attention any incidences where waste is not being segregated, stored or disposed of correctly. Food ServicesTo assist (where applicable) with the regeneration process of cook chill meals by taking and recording the temperature of the cook chill food prior to placing it into the regeneration oven and commencing the cook cycle. To prepare soup, gravy and custard for the patient meal service. (Note you will be responsible for the whole regeneration process, which will include ensuring temperatures are recorded at the end of the regeneration cycle and for plating food in order that it can be served to patients by clinical staff at Thurrock, Rochford and all sites in the North of the Trust.)To ensure the oven gloves and cloths are used and laundered on a regular basis.To be responsible (if applicable) for serving and clearing away the meals served to patients on the ward / area you are working in.To be responsible for the cleaning of crockery and cutlery that is used for the serving of patients meals. Laundry Service (This section is relevant to specific areas i.e. Mountnessing Court and Fountains Court, Landermere Centre, Henneage Ward and Kingswood Centre).To ensure that all items of patients clothing, duvet covers, duvets and curtains requiring laundering are washed, dried and finished in the correct and most appropriate way for those items.To ensure that any garment, once it has been washed and dried that has not reached the required standard is either re-processed or ironed so that it is returned to its owner in an acceptable condition. To ensure patients personal items are labeled.To ensure that dirty and soiled items are kept separate from clean items to minimize the risk of cross infection.To ensure that all items, once they have been through the complete laundering process are placed in the agreed area.To ensure you keep the Laundry clean and tidy. This will include completing the cleaning checklist to evidence that all tasks have been completed to a satisfactory standard.To ensure that you and your colleagues work together to keep the machinery (i.e. washingmachines and tumble driers) in the laundry clean and that faulty machinery is reported to the Supervisor so that it may be dealt with as soon as possible. PorteringTo carry out various routine tasks that include the delivery of pharmacy boxes and medical records (where appropriate) clean linen, bread, milk, general stores and goods received, meal trolleys and the collection of dirty linen, waste etc. Where appropriate to obtain a signature from an appropriate member of staff for these items. These duties include the Compassionate Empowering Open watering of plants in public areas and assisting with keeping public areas tidy over weekends and Bank Holidays.To sort, deliver and collect mail (where applicable) as instructed.Frank post for collection by royal mail (West Essex)To carry out ad-hoc tasks as and when required for example transporting patients (accompanied by nursing staff Basildon MHU only), medical gasses, specimen and bloods, furniture removal, setting up meeting rooms.Ensure medical gas supplies are maintained and monitored for in patient wards at St Margarets and Saffron Walden Community Hospitals.To decant and deliver liquid nitrogen to the relevant department OPD (West Essex), reporting defects and cryogenic liquid levels for replenishment.To safely operate the electro-hydraulic waste compactor (with appropriate training).Attend Community site buildings using Trust vehicle for ad-hoc work including collections and deliveriesTo assist with the unloading and loading of vehicles are required.To ensure the site, including the car park is kept clear of litter and rubbish and external waste bins are emptied and kept clean.To assist when required with vehicular access to site i.e. fire brigade in an emergency andmvisitors requiring assistance.To attend fire calls as per the Trusts procedure and where required provide assistance to the fire brigade to ender the site and guide them to the designated fire panel and key box.To undertake gritting and snow clearance around the site in times of severe weather.To keep waste compound and storage areas and all equipment used for the service cleanand tidy.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• understanding of cleanliness and good hygeine practices

Skills/experience

Essential

• Similar previous experience

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential understanding of cleanliness and good hygeine practices Skills/experience Essential Similar previous experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Saffron Walden Community Hospital

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

CB11 3HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Saffron Walden Community Hospital

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

CB11 3HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Job overview Are you a qualified Speech and Language Therapist looking for your next career opportunity? Due to additional investment in our Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service, we are delighted to be recruiting to a number of new Band 6 posts across our service in the London Borough of Redbridge. These new positions provide exciting opportunities for therapists to develop specialist skills while helping us expand and enhance the support we offer to children, young people and their families. We are recruiting Speech and Language Therapists to work within the following specialist pathways: Mainstream Schools and Speech Sound Disorders Mainstream Schools and Selective Mutism Early Years Complex Needs and Preschool Social Communication Team These posts are available as Band 6 positions, and we will also consider applications for a Band 5-6 Development Post. Applicants for the Band 5-6 Development pathway must have successfully completed their RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner (Band 5) Competencies and be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and clinical experience required to progress towards Band 6 practice through a supported development programme. At NELFT, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, so please let us know if there is a working pattern that would help you balance your professional and personal commitments. Redbridge is a great place to live and work - a thriving community with an abundance of a

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job Speech and Language Therapists are core to the efficient service delivery that we provide to our patients. As a Speech and Language Therapist in our Childrens Speech and Language Therapy Team, you will deliver care to service users in the community, clinics and education settings. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The main responsibilities of the post: To provide a comprehensive Speech and Language Therapy Service to clients referred with social communication needs and speech and language disorders in a range of settings such as schools, early years settings, community clinics and the child development centre to include assessment, diagnoses and treatment. To be responsible for organising and prioritising own workload in the day-to-day allocation of work. To deputise when required in the team managers absence and delegate appropriately to junior colleagues. To contribute to multidisciplinary support for clients with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties. To provide feedback and advice to parents/carers, family members, and members of the multidisciplinary team regarding communication needs and strategies to facilitate development. To develop and deliver training and support packages. To regularly attend supervision and commit to the supervision process as a means for developing reflective and clinical decision-making skills.

About us

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

Are you a qualified Speech and Language Therapist looking for your next career opportunity?

Due to additional investment in our Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service, we are delighted to be recruiting to a number of new Band 6 posts across our service in the London Borough of Redbridge. These new positions provide exciting opportunities for therapists to develop specialist skills while helping us expand and enhance the support we offer to children, young people and their families.

We are recruiting Speech and Language Therapists to work within the following specialist pathways:

Mainstream Schools and Speech Sound Disorders

Mainstream Schools and Selective Mutism

Early Years

Complex Needs and Preschool Social Communication Team

These posts are available as Band 6 positions, and we will also consider applications for a Band 5-6 Development Post. Applicants for the Band 5-6 Development pathway must have successfully completed their RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner (Band 5) Competencies and be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and clinical experience required to progress towards Band 6 practice through a supported development programme.

At NELFT, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, so please let us know if there is a working pattern that would help you balance your professional and personal commitments.

Redbridge is a great place to live and work - a thriving community with an abundance of amenities and good transport links. You can find out more about the area and the services that we provide to local residents on our careers website – www.careers.nelft.nhs.uk.

You will be joining a friendly, supportive and highly experienced team, delivering services to children and young people with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs across community clinics, early years settings, preschools and schools. The role includes assessment, intervention, consultation and training for parents, carers and education staff. There are excellent opportunities for continuing professional development and specialisation, including Autism, AAC, speech sound disorders and complex communication needs.

These roles would suit:

Experienced Band 5 Speech and Language Therapists who have completed their RCSLT NQP (Band 5 SLT) competencies and are looking to progress through a supported Band 5-6 development pathway.

Established Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists seeking a new challenge, specialist pathway or leadership opportunities within a growing service.

Main duties of the job

Speech and Language Therapists are core to the efficient service delivery that we provide to our patients.

As a Speech and Language Therapist in our Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Team, you will deliver care to service users in the community, clinics and education settings.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The main responsibilities of the post:

To provide a comprehensive Speech and Language Therapy Service to clients referred with social communication needs and speech and language disorders in a range of settings such as schools, early years settings, community clinics and the child development centre to include assessment, diagnoses and treatment.

To be responsible for organising and prioritising own workload in the day-to-day allocation of work.

To deputise when required in the team managers absence and delegate appropriately to junior colleagues.

To contribute to multidisciplinary support for clients with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties.

To provide feedback and advice to parents/carers, family members, and members of the multidisciplinary team regarding communication needs and strategies to facilitate development.

To develop and deliver training and support packages.

To regularly attend supervision and commit to the supervision process as a means for developing reflective and clinical decision-making skills.

Starting with NELFT

NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital.

Probationary Period

This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).

High-Cost Area Supplement

This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,870 and a maximum payment of £6,137) pro rata for part time staff.

Certificates of Sponsorship

Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.

Use of AI

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.

The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, as well as staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech
• and Language Therapy
• Degree Qualification or
• equivalent.
• Please refer to the Job Description for further details about the role and its responsibilities.

Desirable

• Member of Royal
• College of Speech
• and Language
• Therapists
• Please refer to the Job Description for further details about the role and its responsibilities.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working
• in education settings
• and community clinics
• with children who have
• speech, language,
• communication and/or
• feeding difficulties.
• Please refer to the Job Description for further details about the role and its responsibilities.

Desirable

• Experience with
• Augmentative and
• Alternative
• Communication (AAC)
• approaches low and
• high tech.
• Please refer to the Job Description for further details about the role and its responsibilities.

Job summary

Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (Speech Sound Disorders, Voice and Cleft Palate Lead) Are you passionate about delivering high-quality specialist care and driving innovation in Speech and Language Therapy? Due to new investment funding, we are excited to offer a new opportunity for a highly motivated Speech and Language Therapist to lead and develop our Speech Sound Disorders, Voice and Cleft pathway. Working as part of the team, you will provide a service for children and young people presenting with a range of speech, voice and cleft disorders within education settings and community clinics.

Main duties of the job

Who can apply? This role offers flexibility to support SLT clinicians at different stages of their career: Band 7: An established specialist looking for a fresh challenge and opportunities to innovate and lead. Band 6: A therapist ready to develop specialist expertise and progress their career. Band 5: An exceptional clinician with relevant skills and experience may be considered for appointment to a Band 5-6 development post, with a supported competency framework and development pathway. This creates an exciting opportunity for ambitious therapists who are passionate about developing expertise in speech sound disorders, voice and cleft while helping to shape the future of the service

About us

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

As the successful candidate, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead the strategic development of Speech Sound Disorders, Voice and Cleft services.
• Shape clinical pathways and influence service delivery across a growing and evolving service.
• Deliver highly specialist assessment and intervention, supporting children with complex communication needs to reach their full potential.
• Share your expertise through supervision, mentoring and training of colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with specialist local and tertiary teams, including Cleft and ENT multidisciplinary services.
• Contribute to quality improvement, innovation and service transformation initiatives.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust.

Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.

The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.

Our Values 2025 - 2030

Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:

• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.

These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.

Starting with NELFT

NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital.

Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period.

High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Goodmayes, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest.) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941 p.a. pro rata for part time).

Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.

Use of AI

We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidate’s own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications.

Applications should be written in your own words and accurately represent your knowledge, skills and experience.

We reserve the right to reject an application where we reasonably believe AI has been used to generate or materially contribute to its content.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.

We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications.

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Name: Anya Clarke

Job title: Clinical Lead Children's Speech and Language Therapy

Contact Number: 07590 616 393

Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• AHP Registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing specialist assessment and intervention, supporting children with complex communication needs

Job summary

**Fixed-term opportunity for a senior Pharmacist with an interest/background in Oncology & Aseptic Services.**

Following the 'Cancer and Aseptics' element of the Job Description, you will join a committed, professional team in the delivery of excellent clinical pharmacy service. You will experience Oncology, Haematology, Clinical Trials and PN and work with high cost drugs and quality risk management systems.

The Cancer and Aseptics team support two busy treatment suites and external hospitals through our licensed aseptic unit. As a specialist pharmacist you will be directly involved in the clinical verification of chemotherapy prescriptions, the final check and release of products made under license and section 10 exemption. You will be involved in service development tasks such as training and change implementation in our expanding service. You will help provide a clinical ward service on a rota basis.

As an organisation, we recognise that our staff are our most valuable resource and we acknowledge the importance and benefits of a healthy workplace and workforce. With a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Team, we are able to offer a range of wellbeing support initiatives including a dedicated health and wellbeing information pack, which signposts staff to a vast amount of resources across the region.

Applicants must be a registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high level of specialist pharmacy services to one or more of the specialist service areas listed below, working closely with other pharmacists, medical/ nursing staff and senior technicians /ward technicians.

Our aim is that some of these posts will be rotational (year-long rotations) and include the below specialities:

• Acute Medical Admission
• Cancer & Aseptics Team
• Family Health
• Frailty Assessment unit/Frailty
• Medicine (Respiratory, Diabetes, Stroke, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Rheumatology)
• Surgery (Elective Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Short Stay Surgery and Day Surgery and ITU), Palliative care

All rotation are ward based, clinic based or based in the cancer team as the dispensary only requires minimum pharmacist input.

Posts that are non-rotational will be speciality based as per the advertised role therefore general aspects and appropriate specialty aspects will apply

To provide a high level of clinical pharmacy care to patients on allocated wards, to support the medical, nursing and other healthcare staff providing clinical care in the specialty areas, and to assist in the clinical and cost-effective use of drugs.

To assist the lead or Principal pharmacist in the management and delivery of their specialist pharmacy service and/or to manage the delivery of an element of service in a specialist area of practice.

To contribute to the strategic development and business plan of pharmacy services for the specialist area.

About us

Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.

We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.

As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:

https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2

We appreciate you completing the survey.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

203-SS1218-A

Job locations

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

All Roles:

To provide a high level, responsive, and developing clinical pharmacy service to individual patients on allocated wards, and assist junior pharmacists in such roles, and ward based Medicines Management technicians in their duties.

To be actively involved in efficient discharge planning on the allocated wards by reviewing and transcribing patients discharge treatment (as appropriate) facilitating timely dispensing of discharge medication and, where necessary, liaising and communicating with relevant healthcare practitioners in intermediate or primary care to ensure safe transfer and continuity of care.

If agreed, to undertake prescribing as a Pharmacist independent Prescriber, in the clinical area for which Prescriber accreditation was gained, and in a wider sense within the limits of competency.

To lead the efficient organisation and smooth running of a dispensary, including assuring that the environment is ready and safe for the days work

To monitor service delivery

From Main Dispensary provide cover and support to the Outpatients dispensary operated by SWFT Clinical Services Ltd. on demand

To train and support staff to maintain formulary control, and adherence to prescribing and dispensing policies, and to collect prescription charges

To assist the Lead and Senior Technician in policies, procedures and the framework for dispensing, and the planning and development of the service, including automation, and stock control

To liaise with patients and answer their questions and concerns about their therapy, and to provide tailored counselling around complex regimes

To advise and support ward and clinic staff, not least regarding controlled stationery, service hours, late prescribing, e-prescribing, and use of the tracker to monitor prescription progress

To undertake clinical checks of the treatment regimens in care pathways, and raise and resolve anomalies with prescribers,

To contribute to dispensing

To ensure that staff log errors and near misses and that the team and the individual learn from these

To pick up issues arising during weekend service hours and address these on the next full working day

To contribute to the Emergency Duty Commitment of pharmacists providing an out-of-hours emergency Pharmacy service. To undertake routine duties within the dispensary as required, supervising the work of junior pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and (senior) ATOs.

To contribute to the late night, weekend, Bank Holiday and Statutory Day working rota.

If requested, to be an authorised signatory for drug purchase orders and for drug invoice payments.

To demonstrate and maintain a commitment to continuing professional development and encourage other members of the team to do likewise.

In the specialist pharmacy service of Surgical Specialties, Medical Specialties, Medical Admissions, Frailty, Family Health, Neurology and neuro-rehabilitation, and Elective Care:

To provide a specialist level of clinical pharmacy services to the patients on the allocated wards, and assist the medical and nursing teams on the wards with pharmaceutical and therapeutic advice,

To liaise with patients and answer their questions and concerns about their therapy,

To attend multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss therapy regimens,

To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist

To advise the Principal Pharmacist and Lead Pharmacists on development needs and opportunities for this service area

To supervise and mentor more junior staff in the provision of services to these areas

To develop or contribute to a training programme for clinical pharmacists allocated to the specialty areas and to administer any competency assessment process that is in place to ensure the appropriate standards are achieved.

To assist with Foundation student pharmacist training within the Trust for our own Foundation student pharmacists and community Foundation student pharmacists allocated to Warwick Hospital.

To provide clinical pharmacy training for undergraduate pharmacy students, vacation students, Foundation Student pharmacists (hospital and community-based) and hospital clinical pharmacists.

To contribute as required to the induction and in-service training of nursing, midwifery and medical staff as appropriate

To assist and supervise as necessary, wardbased Medicines Management technicians in the clinical aspects of their work,

To maintain an awareness of current developments in pharmacy practice pertinent to the specialist pharmacy area.

To coordinate the out of hours on call service, providing reports, evaluating responses to calls, sharing lessons learned, and ensuring consistency and a good standard of service.

To lead on opportunities to improve the efficiency or cost of drugs use (QIPP).

To act as Pharmacys representative to the Audit and Operational Governance Group AOGG for a Division when required

When required, to advise/ comment on clinical treatment guidelines for use in the specialty area that have been produced locally or by national bodies e.g. NICE, NSFs, National Prescribing Centre guidelines etc.

To contribute to and/ or undertake audit projects in the specialty areas particularly those concerned with the clinical and cost effective use of drugs, compliance with safer prescribing and drug administration policies, procedures and guidelines, and implementation of pharmacy service developments. To provide reports and present the audit findings within the Trust.

To be involved in the work of clinical drug trials including, where necessary, initial clinical discussions with the investigator / sponsor, review of the trial protocol, initiation/ implementation, supply of study material to patients, record keeping, problem solving and liaison with the study investigators and co-ordinators when necessary.

To undertake duties as a clinical pharmacist to other wards in the Trust when necessary, including occasional work at other pharmacies from which a pharmacy service is provided. In the specialist pharmacy service of Clinical Haematology and Oncology, with Aseptics and Clinical Trials:

To assist the Principal Pharmacist in their role of providing highly specialist clinical pharmacy advice to consultant clinicians, clinical nurse specialists, ward and clinic staff,

To liaise with patients and answer their questions and concerns about their therapy,

To attend multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss therapy regimens,

To advise dispensary staff (SWFT CS and inpatient dispensary) in the dispensing of chemotherapy and adjuvants,

To contribute with the Cancer Unit lead, to the development of the chemotherapy management system Mosaiq (software)

To contribute to the preparation of cancer treatment regimens

To check the treatment regimens in care pathways and resolve any anomalies,

To be responsible for the clinical and final checks of products prepared in the Aseptics Unit,

To provide clinical and final checks of bought-in specials,

To ensure that staff are trained in risk management processes relating to the therapy area (this will include cancer and non-cancer intrathecal administration for non-rotational posts) ,

To attend clinical meetings, when required, of the relevant clinical Network.

To assist the Principal Pharmacist Cancer and Aseptic Services in ensuring all chemotherapy prescribed has appropriate funding and Patient Access Schemes are followed,

To assist with the training of junior pharmacists, Foundation Student Pharmacists , technicians and student technicians in this area of specialised practice

To act as Pharmacys link to the Nutrition Team, advise and support on Clinical Nutrition, assist dietitians in converting patients nutrition needs into a formulation (where other forms of feeding are inappropriate) for parenteral nutrition when require

To support the Lead pharmacists in the implementation and running of clinical trials as directed

To support the clinical ward service, as outlined above, as per the teams rota commitments Other Duties

Any other duties considered appropriate to the post and grade by the line manager.

To adhere to and perpetuate Trust Policies and Procedures, e.g. Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety etc. Special Requirements of the Postholder

The post holder will have Warwick Hospital as their main base but will be required to work at and/or visit other hospitals in the Trusts we serve.

Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities All Roles: To provide a high level, responsive, and developing clinical pharmacy service to individual patients on allocated wards, and assist junior pharmacists in such roles, and ward based Medicines Management technicians in their duties. To be actively involved in efficient discharge planning on the allocated wards by reviewing and transcribing patients discharge treatment (as appropriate) facilitating timely dispensing of discharge medication and, where necessary, liaising and communicating with relevant healthcare practitioners in intermediate or primary care to ensure safe transfer and continuity of care. If agreed, to undertake prescribing as a Pharmacist independent Prescriber, in the clinical area for which Prescriber accreditation was gained, and in a wider sense within the limits of competency. To lead the efficient organisation and smooth running of a dispensary, including assuring that the environment is ready and safe for the days work To monitor service delivery From Main Dispensary provide cover and support to the Outpatients dispensary operated by SWFT Clinical Services Ltd. on demand To train and support staff to maintain formulary control, and adherence to prescribing and dispensing policies, and to collect prescription charges To assist the Lead and Senior Technician in policies, procedures and the framework for dispensing, and the planning and development of the service, including automation, and stock control To liaise with patients and answer their questions and concerns about their therapy, and to provide tailored counselling around complex regimes To advise and support ward and clinic staff, not least regarding controlled stationery, service hours, late prescribing, e-prescribing, and use of the tracker to monitor prescription progress To undertake clinical checks of the treatment regimens in care pathways, and raise and resolve anomalies with prescribers, To contribute to dispensing To ensure that staff log errors and near misses and that the team and the individual learn from these To pick up issues arising during weekend service hours and address these on the next full working day To contribute to the Emergency Duty Commitment of pharmacists providing an out-of-hours emergency Pharmacy service. To undertake routine duties within the dispensary as required, supervising the work of junior pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and (senior) ATOs. To contribute to the late night, weekend, Bank Holiday and Statutory Day working rota. If requested, to be an authorised signatory for drug purchase orders and for drug invoice payments. To demonstrate and maintain a commitment to continuing professional development and encourage other members of the team to do likewise. In the specialist pharmacy service of Surgical Specialties, Medical Specialties, Medical Admissions, Frailty, Family Health, Neurology and neuro-rehabilitation, and Elective Care: To provide a specialist level of clinical pharmacy services to the patients on the allocated wards, and assist the medical and nursing teams on the wards with pharmaceutical and therapeutic advice, To liaise with patients and answer their questions and concerns about their therapy, To attend multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss therapy regimens, To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist To advise the Principal Pharmacist and Lead Pharmacists on development needs and opportunities for this service area To supervise and mentor more junior staff in the provision of services to these areas To develop or contribute to a training programme for clinical pharmacists allocated to the specialty areas and to administer any competency assessment process that is in place to ensure the appropriate standards are achieved. To assist with Foundation student pharmacist training within the Trust for our own Foundation student pharmacists and community Foundation student pharmacists allocated to Warwick Hospital. To provide clinical pharmacy training for undergraduate pharmacy students, vacation students, Foundation Student pharmacists (hospital and community-based) and hospital clinical pharmacists. To contribute as required to the induction and in-service training of nursing, midwifery and medical staff as appropriate To assist and supervise as necessary, wardbased Medicines Management technicians in the clinical aspects of their work, To maintain an awareness of current developments in pharmacy practice pertinent to the specialist pharmacy area. To coordinate the out of hours on call service, providing reports, evaluating responses to calls, sharing lessons learned, and ensuring consistency and a good standard of service. To lead on opportunities to improve the efficiency or cost of drugs use (QIPP). To act as Pharmacys representative to the Audit and Operational Governance Group AOGG for a Division when required When required, to advise/ comment on clinical treatment guidelines for use in the specialty area that have been produced locally or by national bodies e.g. NICE, NSFs, National Prescribing Centre guidelines etc. To contribute to and/ or undertake audit projects in the specialty areas particularly those concerned with the clinical and cost effective use of drugs, compliance with safer prescribing and drug administration policies, procedures and guidelines, and implementation of pharmacy service developments. To provide reports and present the audit findings within the Trust. To be involved in the work of clinical drug trials including, where necessary, initial clinical discussions with the investigator / sponsor, review of the trial protocol, initiation/ implementation, supply of study material to patients, record keeping, problem solving and liaison with the study investigators and co-ordinators when necessary. To undertake duties as a clinical pharmacist to other wards in the Trust when necessary, including occasional work at other pharmacies from which a pharmacy service is provided. In the specialist pharmacy service of Clinical Haematology and Oncology, with Aseptics and Clinical Trials: To assist the Principal Pharmacist in their role of providing highly specialist clinical pharmacy advice to consultant clinicians, clinical nurse specialists, ward and clinic staff, To liaise with patients and answer their questions and concerns about their therapy, To attend multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss therapy regimens, To advise dispensary staff (SWFT CS and inpatient dispensary) in the dispensing of chemotherapy and adjuvants, To contribute with the Cancer Unit lead, to the development of the chemotherapy management system Mosaiq (software) To contribute to the preparation of cancer treatment regimens To check the treatment regimens in care pathways and resolve any anomalies, To be responsible for the clinical and final checks of products prepared in the Aseptics Unit, To provide clinical and final checks of bought-in specials, To ensure that staff are trained in risk management processes relating to the therapy area (this will include cancer and non-cancer intrathecal administration for non-rotational posts) , To attend clinical meetings, when required, of the relevant clinical Network. To assist the Principal Pharmacist Cancer and Aseptic Services in ensuring all chemotherapy prescribed has appropriate funding and Patient Access Schemes are followed, To assist with the training of junior pharmacists, Foundation Student Pharmacists , technicians and student technicians in this area of specialised practice To act as Pharmacys link to the Nutrition Team, advise and support on Clinical Nutrition, assist dietitians in converting patients nutrition needs into a formulation (where other forms of feeding are inappropriate) for parenteral nutrition when require To support the Lead pharmacists in the implementation and running of clinical trials as directed To support the clinical ward service, as outlined above, as per the teams rota commitments Other Duties Any other duties considered appropriate to the post and grade by the line manager. To adhere to and perpetuate Trust Policies and Procedures, e.g. Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety etc. Special Requirements of the Postholder The post holder will have Warwick Hospital as their main base but will be required to work at and/or visit other hospitals in the Trusts we serve.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Master's Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent)
• Professional registration as a Pharmacist in the UK, through practitioner Membership of The General Pharmaceutical Council
• Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy diploma OR postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Certificate completed and working towards postgraduate Clinical Diploma (to be completed within 12 months of appointment) OR at least 12 months of appointment) OR at least 2 years post qualification experience with at least 6 months of those within specialist area
• (if this is an agreed part of the role) Pharmacist independent Prescribing national accreditation and registration

Experience

Essential

• Sufficient hospital pharmacy experience (as a registered pharmacist) to have acquired the competencies needed for the job
• Recent clinical practitioner ward experience in a general hospital setting
• Specialist services relevant to the post (e.g. aseptics)

Desirable

• Undertaken audit work.
• Lectures, talks, training given (Medical/Nursing/Pharmacy staff and patients)
• Experience of managing a clinical pharmacy service to a specialty on a day to day basis (e.g. whilst covering a senior colleague)

Skills

Essential

• Good understanding of recent NHS and pharmacy and medicines management reports and how they relate to pharmacy practice
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of specialist knowledge in the relevant area for the post
• Ability to advise and influence all grades of medical and nursing staff on therapeutic aspects of patient care
• An understanding of the relevance of clinical governance and risk management
• Able to understand clinical research data
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to clearly communicate complex clinical information to all grades of medical, nursing and pharmacy staff.
• Able to sensitively question patients on their drug treatment and to communicate clearly with them
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good presentation skills
• Able to create a rapport with people
• Ability to prioritise own work and assist others to do so
• Able to use initiative and work without supervision
• Ability to manage pharmacy staff allocated to the specialty
• Able to give credible representation of the Pharmacy at a senior medical and management levels
• Ability to work in teams - pharmacy teams and multidisciplinary teams.
• Sound judgement on clinical, pharmaceutical and ethical issues
• Able to advise other pharmacists of all grades in the post holder's expert area of knowledge
• Assertiveness skills- able to respond to challenge at senior medical or nursing levels
• Able to deal with concerned/anxious patients or relatives particularly in relation to their drug treatment
• Able to meet deadlines
• High standards of work presentation

Personal Qualitites

Essential

• Professional appearance
• A positive "can do", enthusiastic approach to work
• Self-motivating and able to motivate a pharmacy team
• Wants to "make a difference". Can enthuse about the potential of the post

Other

Essential

• Prepared to contribute to routine, clinical pharmacy and dispensary duties
• Accurate clinical, dispensing and checking abilities
• Able to undertake weekend, Bank Holiday and Statutory Day working and Emergency Duty Commitment on a rota
• Ability to use VDUs
• Able to demonstrate a satisfactory level of continuing professional development
• Satisfactory computer keyboard skills
• Use of motorised transport and insured for business use (or willingness to stay on site at own expense whilst on call).
• Competent in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook
• Competent in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Master's Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent) Professional registration as a Pharmacist in the UK, through practitioner Membership of The General Pharmaceutical Council Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy diploma OR postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Certificate completed and working towards postgraduate Clinical Diploma (to be completed within 12 months of appointment) OR at least 12 months of appointment) OR at least 2 years post qualification experience with at least 6 months of those within specialist area (if this is an agreed part of the role) Pharmacist independent Prescribing national accreditation and registration Experience Essential Sufficient hospital pharmacy experience (as a registered pharmacist) to have acquired the competencies needed for the job Recent clinical practitioner ward experience in a general hospital setting Specialist services relevant to the post (e.g. aseptics) Desirable Undertaken audit work. Lectures, talks, training given (Medical/Nursing/Pharmacy staff and patients) Experience of managing a clinical pharmacy service to a specialty on a day to day basis (e.g. whilst covering a senior colleague) Skills Essential Good understanding of recent NHS and pharmacy and medicines management reports and how they relate to pharmacy practice Ability to demonstrate a high level of specialist knowledge in the relevant area for the post Ability to advise and influence all grades of medical and nursing staff on therapeutic aspects of patient care An understanding of the relevance of clinical governance and risk management Able to understand clinical research data Good verbal and written communication skills Able to clearly communicate complex clinical information to all grades of medical, nursing and pharmacy staff. Able to sensitively question patients on their drug treatment and to communicate clearly with them Good interpersonal skills Good presentation skills Able to create a rapport with people Ability to prioritise own work and assist others to do so Able to use initiative and work without supervision Ability to manage pharmacy staff allocated to the specialty Able to give credible representation of the Pharmacy at a senior medical and management levels Ability to work in teams - pharmacy teams and multidisciplinary teams. Sound judgement on clinical, pharmaceutical and ethical issues Able to advise other pharmacists of all grades in the post holder's expert area of knowledge Assertiveness skills- able to respond to challenge at senior medical or nursing levels Able to deal with concerned/anxious patients or relatives particularly in relation to their drug treatment Able to meet deadlines High standards of work presentation Personal Qualitites Essential Professional appearance A positive "can do", enthusiastic approach to work Self-motivating and able to motivate a pharmacy team Wants to "make a difference". Can enthuse about the potential of the post Other Essential Prepared to contribute to routine, clinical pharmacy and dispensary duties Accurate clinical, dispensing and checking abilities Able to undertake weekend, Bank Holiday and Statutory Day working and Emergency Duty Commitment on a rota Ability to use VDUs Able to demonstrate a satisfactory level of continuing professional development Satisfactory computer keyboard skills Use of motorised transport and insured for business use (or willingness to stay on site at own expense whilst on call). Competent in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook Competent in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you passionate about working with adults with mental health issues?

Then we want to hear from you!

We are looking to fill a part time post at a Local Mental Health Team covering the the Broxtowe and Hucknall area of Nottinghamshire to cover maternity leave. Our core business hours are 09:00-17:00.

Main duties of the job

Occupational Therapist with excellent communication skills to join our existing dynamic multidisciplinary Local Mental Health Team.

The post-holder will conduct specific assessments, formulation and interventions, working collaboratively with patients, their carers/families and partnership organisations to develop creative, goal oriented, time limited occupational therapy plans.

In return, we offer you a supporting network of colleagues, opportunities for career development, access to high quality supervision, and an employer who is supportive of your own physical and mental wellbeing.

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

186-687-26-GH-B

Job locations

Broxtowe and Hucknall LMHT

38 Wollaton Road, Beeston

Nottingham

NG9 2NR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is both rewarding and a vital role towards the assessment and delivery of treatment to our patients in the Broxtowe and Hucknall area.

To provide a high-quality Occupational Therapy service collaboratively with the patients in their own homes and local environments. Working with an assistant in the provision of intervention plans. If interested see JD/Spec for more details.

Professional and clinical supervision will be provided by an identified Occupational Therapist.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010

Job description Job responsibilities This post is both rewarding and a vital role towards the assessment and delivery of treatment to our patients in the Broxtowe and Hucknall area. To provide a high-quality Occupational Therapy service collaboratively with the patients in their own homes and local environments. Working with an assistant in the provision of intervention plans. If interested see JD/Spec for more details. Professional and clinical supervision will be provided by an identified Occupational Therapist. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or MSc Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registered
• Specialist knowledge/post registration and experience of working in a mental health setting

Desirable

• Demonstrates continued professional development to maintain registration

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Physical ability to perform a full range of duties

Desirable

• Experience of working in community or acute mental health

Training

Essential

• OT Practice Fieldwork Educator
• oWillingness to undertake clinical practice, education, and training to enhance service delivery

Desirable

• Relevant training to post

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Assessment & OT process skills
• Effective risk management
• Skilled in motivating others
• Team working
• Quality & audit skills

Desirable

• Experience of supervising and leading staff

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• A driving license is required for this post, however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the equality act 2010

Values & Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or MSc Occupational Therapy HCPC registered Specialist knowledge/post registration and experience of working in a mental health setting Desirable Demonstrates continued professional development to maintain registration Physical Requirements Essential Physical ability to perform a full range of duties Desirable Experience of working in community or acute mental health Training Essential OT Practice Fieldwork Educator oWillingness to undertake clinical practice, education, and training to enhance service delivery Desirable Relevant training to post Knowledge/Skills Essential Assessment & OT process skills Effective risk management Skilled in motivating others Team working Quality & audit skills Desirable Experience of supervising and leading staff Contractual Requirements Essential A driving license is required for this post, however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the equality act 2010 Values & Behaviours Essential All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broxtowe and Hucknall LMHT

38 Wollaton Road, Beeston

Nottingham

NG9 2NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broxtowe and Hucknall LMHT

38 Wollaton Road, Beeston

Nottingham

NG9 2NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

12 Month Fixed-Term Contract Band 6 | Full Time | Physiotherapy Department | Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist looking to develop your career within paediatrics?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist to join our friendly and supportive Paediatric Physiotherapy team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers the chance to work with children and young people across a varied caseload, while contributing to the ongoing development of a high-quality, evidence-based paediatric physiotherapy service.

We are looking for a dynamic and compassionate Physiotherapist who is committed to delivering excellent care and achieving the best possible outcomes for children and their families.

Essential Requirementso Degree in Physiotherapy (BSc or equivalent). Current HCPC registrationo Previous NHS experience at Band 5 level. Evidence of developing specialist knowledge and clinical skills relevant to paediatric physiotherapy.o Experience supervising or supporting junior staff, assistants or students. Excellent communication, organisational and team-working skills.o Commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice and professional development.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physiotherapy treatment programmes for children and young people. You will manage a defined caseload, across both Inpatients and Outpatients, working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.

We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients' homes across Guildford and Waverley.

We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.

To learn more about life at Royal Surrey, please watch our short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo

Adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide physiotherapy to relevant patients within Frailty and older adults, in a range of settings including inpatients, outpatients and patient homes.

The post holder will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physiotherapy treatment programmes for children and young people within the paediatric service. They will support the multidisciplinary team in the organisation, delivery and ongoing development of an efficient, high-quality and coordinated physiotherapy service, ensuring that patient needs, service standards and organisational priorities are consistently met. The post holder will manage a defined paediatric clinical caseload under the supervision of the Team Leader and will be accountable for maintaining accurate clinical records and delivering evidence-based practice. In addition, they will provide clinical supervision, support and education to junior physiotherapists, technical instructors, physiotherapy assistants and physiotherapy students to promote high standards of care and professional development. This is a static Band 6 post based within the paediatric physiotherapy service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration
• BSc Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Member of CSP
• Member of Specific interest group
• Post graduate qualifications in MSK Treatments

Knowledge

Essential

• Previous Acute NHS experience at Band 5 level
• Achieved core skills in all core Junior rotations, including speciality area/s
• Evidence to support knowledge base in specialist area

Desirable

• Previous Senior Experience in Specialty Area

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

1 YEAR FIXED TERM MATERNITY COVER

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

We are recruiting for a full time MRI Radiographer who wishes to join #TeamIOWNHS. You should share our passion and drive to ensure that our patients receive quality and compassionate care!

This is a truly exciting time to join our team as we have recently launched our newly developed £10m Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) that will deliver first-class diagnostic care to our community.

The new centre will have the ability to deliver joined up diagnostic care, and with increased capacity this will ensure our patients will have faster access to treatment, earlier diagnosis, and improved outcomes.

By becoming part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in innovative ways and play a central role in how we improve patient pathways, delivering the right test, at the right time, in the right place.

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be directly responsible for the delivery of high quality specialised imaging and to provide professional support to maintain clinical standards for the radiographic team.

To conduct a wide range of MR scans upon a range of patient types, both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi professional team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements.

We are committed to endorsing inclusion, diversity and multiculturalism throughout out services and as such, our procedures and policies ensure that applicants are always treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

Why not come and see for yourself the CARE we give to our patients and staff. Apply to be part of our team today.

About us

The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem of the south coast off England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The Island offers an amazing coast line with beautiful countryside, year round events, festivals and award winning attractions.

Our 2024-2029 'Working Together, Improving Together' strategy sets out our objectives for the next 5 years, setting the framework for our collaboration to deliver our vision of working together to deliver excellence in care for our patients and communities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• State Registered with the HCPC
• BSc or D.C.R.(R) in Radiography
• Postgraduate qualification in specialised imaging (M level)

Knowledge

Essential

• High Technical standards with proven evidence of CPD, clinical expertise in mammography and specialist knowledge of breast diseases
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience in student supervision
• Experience in Emergency Department imaging
• Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
• Post qualification experience

Physical Skills

Essential

• Able to wear radiation protective clothing (5mm equivalence) and monitoring devices
• Be able to operate and move full range of radiographic equipment including over-couch tubes, mobile Image Intensifiers with monitors and mobile x-ray machines (motorised and non-motorised)
• Be able to operate manual handling aids, as provided by the department including patient slide boards, sheets, hoists and trolleys
• Be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management
• Be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management

Abilities

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate good technical knowledge and continue to development it
• Ability to work under extreme emotionally charged conditions
• Able to observe all legal requirements of the work, such as COSHH, the Health and Safety at Work Act, IR (ME) R and subsequent amending legislation.
• Must be able to work to short deadlines and have a flexible approach to workload

Aptitudes

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate good technical knowledge and continue to development it

Communication Skills

Essential

• Evidence of leadership skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good presentation skills
• Effective advocate for patients

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

Working at Severn Hospice you are given the time to care and were looking for compassionate and committed Healthcare Assistants to join our community nursing team.

With your friendly, empathetic and professional approach, you will be delivering person-centred, holistic care, supporting patients with complex and evolving needs, enabling them to remain safely at home where this is their preferred choice.

As a valued member of our skilled and caring team, you will contribute to a range of services including home-based care, coffee mornings and supporting outpatient clinics.

Caring is what we do best - and that includes caring for our staff. You will work in a friendly, fulfilling and supportive environment, with access to clinical supervision, strong peer support and a culture that values compassion, respect and excellence.

We are also committed to your development, offering excellent professional and personal learning opportunities via our on-site Skills Lab and education team.

Whether you are newly qualified and eager to build a strong foundation for your career, or an experienced carer looking for a new and rewarding opportunity, wed love to hear from you.

Please note, this vacancy may close early depending on volume of applications.

Main duties of the job

Make a positive contribution to excellent communications across the whole organisation, ensuring effective communication both internally and externally

Ensure that corporate values of the Hospice are actively promoted and followed at all times

Troubleshoot issues or problems with team members, referring concerns to appropriate level when necessary

To provide basic nursing care and, in addition, interventions deemed appropriate and supported by training.

To be flexible and understanding to the needs of the patient and their family/carers.

To liaise with senior staff after each encounter to update them about the patients condition.

To have an understanding of and be able to work within the philosophy of palliative and terminal care.

To work in close liaison with all professionals, including the community and Primary Health Care Team.

At all times maintain confidentiality concerning patients, relatives/carers, and other staff.

Ensuring the holistic physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, and social needs of patients and their families, carers are met.

Ensuring that clear, precise documentation is carried out at all times about patient care.

Be trained in verification of death

About us

Caring is what we do best - and that includes caring for our staff. You will work in a friendly, fulfilling and supportive environment, with access to clinical supervision, strong peer support and a culture that values compassion, respect and excellence.

Whether you are newly qualified and eager to build a strong foundation for your career, or an experienced carer looking for a new and rewarding opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

*Please note at this time we are unable to offer Sponsorship*

At Severn Hospice we offer

We offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits including:

• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities with our on-site Skills Lab and Education team
• High inpatient staff to patient ratio
• Continuation of NHS pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Health and wellbeing support framework
• Clinical supervision
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Death in service
• Blue Light Card discount scheme
• Use of hospice canteens

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To support the trained members of the nursing team in the implementation of individualised care programmes for patients comfort, safety and dignity at all times (e.g. checking drugs with trained members of staff/working within current risk assessments for individual patients)

1. To perform designated nursing tasks when deemed competent theoretically and practically by a qualified nurse with the Mentor qualification, as part of a planned programme of care (e.g. changing dressings, catheters, observing and documenting, testing urine, care of people using prescribed oxygen).

1. To report to the Ward Sister/ Ward Manager as appropriate for any changes in patients condition or relevant information pertinent to patient care (e.g. dietary requirements).

1. To monitor and record observations (e.g. Temperature, Pulse, Respiration, Blood Sugar and Blood Pressure) on completion of relevant competency training.

1. To second check CD administration if training and competency achieved (within inpatient environment).

1. To record information on care given in patient held records and other documentation to comply with legal and professional requirements.

1. To maintain confidentiality at all times.

1. To comply with all appropriate policies and clinical practices and protocols.

1. To attend such courses/lectures/in-service training as indicated by needs of the service and own personal developments.

1. To give verbal handovers to other members of the team, including volunteers.

1. To escort patients to hospital appointments or transfer to another place or home.

1. Assisting to carry out personal care after death incorporating family members if that is their wish.

GENERAL

1. To have an understanding of the role of other professionals involved in the patients care and provide support to them.

2. To work collaboratively alongside volunteers on a day-to-day basis. To give support, guidance and instruction to the volunteer team member(s) as and when required, incorporating handover at commencement of session.

3. To give practical support to relatives/carers/visitors.

4. At all times to act as ambassador for Severn Hospice to patients, relatives, to colleagues and members of the public.

5. To support the process of audit in an active way. Attending meetings and making a contribution.

6. To comply with Health and Safety policy and fire regulations and to report accidents/incidents/potential risks immediately to a Senior Nurse.

7. To abide by security procedures relating to staff, patients, visitors and their property.

8. Promote and incorporate equality and diversity in all aspects of the teams operations and in the public domain

9. To work flexibly across the organisation including rotation to all shifts (as appropriate) and through all departments as required to support the delivery of nursing care within the Hospice.

The above job description is a summary of the main responsibilities of the postholder, and not an exhaustive list of duties to be undertaken. The duties may be redefined in accordance with the demands of the service. Any redefinition will be subject to discussion between yourself and your manager and be within your level of competence.

Supplementary Information and Requirements

All new Hospice employees are on a 4 month probationary period (excluding bank)

A DBS Disclosure will be requested in the event of an individual being offered the post.

Health and Safety

In accordance with the Hospices Health & Safety Policy all employed persons while at work are required by Section 7 of the Health & Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Appraisal

Employees are required to participate in the Hospices appraisal process as required.

Person Specification

Aptitudes & Attributes Required

Essential

• Calm and reassuring manner
• Able to take instruction and document events during shift
• Sensitive
• Emotionally strong
• Good sense of humour

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent
• Willingness to undertake relevant training

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 in health care

Other Requirements

Essential

• DBS disclosure
• Prepared to work flexible hours
• Willingness to undergo further training as required
• Car owner / driver
• Willing to travel within a 25 mile radius

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic nursing skills
• Good listening skill
• IT skills

Desirable

• Examples of extended practice / skill set
• Understanding of palliative care philosophy

Experience

Essential

• Experience in palliative care
• Experience in community care
• Working within or in partnership with multi-professional team

Desirable

• Experience working in more than one type of care settings e.g. hospice, hospital, care home and within a patients home
• Experience in care work which includes care for people at end of life

Job summary

Are you a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking to inspire and support the Children and Young People Mental Health Service redesign project as a Specialist Occupational Therapist? CYPMH Dorset is entering an exciting period of growth and development, supported by new investment and a strong commitment to transforming how children and young people access mental health support.

As the Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will be part of a service that places children, young people and families at the centre of decision-making, working in our Getting Help and Getting More Help teams. With a strong focus on strengths, participation and outcomes that matter in everyday life working within a THRIVE-informed, needs-led model of care. You will bring specialist occupational expertise to assessment, formulation and intervention, supporting young people to engage in meaningful occupations across home, school and community contexts. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team across THRIVE groupings, delivering evidence-based interventions, contributing to service innovation, and supporting the embedding of occupationally focused practice within the wider CAMHS pathway.

The Specialist Occupational Therapist role is a part-time post. This role is a Pan-Dorset service wide role. Any queries, please [email protected]

Main duties of the job

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Managing a complex clinical caseload, contributing to service development and quality improvement, offering clinical supervision and leadership to junior staff and students.

Deliver evidence-based, strengths-focused interventions that promote participation in everyday occupations across home, school and community contexts.

Work collaboratively with children, young people and their families, using shared decision-making to agree goals and outcomes that are meaningful and occupation-focused.

Contribute to multidisciplinary assessment, formulation and care planning, ensuring the occupational perspective is embedded within CAMHS pathways.

Provide clinical supervision, support and guidance to junior OT staff, support workers and students, as appropriate.

Contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of OT-led interventions, groups and resources aligned to the THRIVE framework.

Participate in service transformation, quality improvement and audit activity, supporting the ongoing development of the CAMHS service.

Work in partnership with education, social care and voluntary sector services to promote integrated, holistic support for children and young people.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£19,754 to £22,606 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

152-M018.26B

Job locations

Wareham Hospital

Wareham Hospital, Streche Rd

Wareham

BH20 4QQ

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.

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

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

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Experience of both group and individual work
• Extensive experience as a qualified Occupational Therapist at band 6 level or equivalent
• Experience in applying a range of assessment tools and a comprehensive knowledge of clinical approaches
• Experience of supervising staff and students
• Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems
• CAMHS Experience

Skills

Essential

• Able to communication complex information to service users, carers and colleagues

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of relevant post qualification study - therapeutic interventions (CBT, DBT, ASI),
• Registration with one's relevant OT professional body

Skills

Essential

• Able to communication complex information to service users, carers and colleagues
• Lead others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices including policies and strategies
• Team working

Person Specification Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience of both group and individual work Extensive experience as a qualified Occupational Therapist at band 6 level or equivalent Experience in applying a range of assessment tools and a comprehensive knowledge of clinical approaches Experience of supervising staff and students Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems CAMHS Experience Skills Essential Able to communication complex information to service users, carers and colleagues Qualifications Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy Evidence of relevant post qualification study - therapeutic interventions (CBT, DBT, ASI), Registration with one's relevant OT professional body Skills Essential Able to communication complex information to service users, carers and colleagues Lead others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices including policies and strategies Team working

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wareham Hospital

Wareham Hospital, Streche Rd

Wareham

BH20 4QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wareham Hospital

Wareham Hospital, Streche Rd

Wareham

BH20 4QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care service. You will manage a varied caseload, completing holistic assessments with people who have complex needs and working collaboratively with them, their families, carers and partner professionals to promote independence, safety and wellbeing.

Please apply through out website ;Senior Occupational Therapist - Peterborough City Council Careers

Main duties of the job

• Assess functional needs, risk and eligibility for occupational therapy support.
• Recommend and arrange specialist equipment, moving and handling solutions, and minor or major housing adaptations.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred intervention plans.
• Provide guidance, clinical supervision and support to junior staff and students, while contributing to service improvement.
• Please apply through out website ; Senior Occupational Therapist - Peterborough City Council Careers

About us

Please apply through out website ; Senior Occupational Therapist - Peterborough City Council Careers

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please apply through out website ; Senior Occupational Therapist - Peterborough City Council Careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please apply through out website ; Senior Occupational Therapist - Peterborough City Council Careers

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

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Team at HMP Onley, a category C Prison located in Rugby

HMP Onley is a male prison with a current population of approx 980 men. The establishment is undergoing expansion, with three new house blocks planned to accommodate an additional 150 men As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of a team of eight, to deliver safe, effective and high-quality pharmacy services within the prison setting. You will be primarily based at the pharmacy hatches located across the house blocks. You will hold an ACT qualification, although this is not essential HMP Onley Offers:

• Onsite parking
• Access to gym
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Training and Development opportunities

Hours:

• 37.5 Hours p/w
• Weekdays - 7.30am - 6.30pm
• Weekends and BH - 8am - 6pm
• 4 week rolling rota

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,658 per annum - 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 Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

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 they 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.

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• ACT Qualification - desirable
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

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.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Team at HMP Onley, a category C Prison located in Rugby

HMP Onley is a male prison with a current population of approx 980 men. The establishment is undergoing expansion, with three new house blocks planned to accommodate an additional 150 men As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of a team of eight, to deliver safe, effective and high-quality pharmacy services within the prison setting. You will be primarily based at the pharmacy hatches located across the house blocks. You will hold an ACT qualification, although this is not essential HMP Onley Offers:

• Onsite parking
• Access to gym
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Training and Development opportunities

Hours:

• 37.5 Hours p/w
• Weekdays - 7.30am - 6.30pm
• Weekends and BH - 8am - 6pm
• 4 week rolling rota

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,658 per annum - 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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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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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

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the specialist medicine directorate. We are inviting a self-motivated, organised individual who has excellent customer service skills and is passionate about patient care, to apply for our respiratory administrator role.

The role is demanding so you must be confident, assertive and have the ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure. You will have good listening and communication skills and be able to deal with people both internally and externally in a sensitive and professional manner. The ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to Trust policies is paramount. Supporting the respiratory team and cross cover with other members of the administrative team within respiratory.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the job are as follows.

• Providing efficient and high quality administrative support to the respiratory service.
• Working in close co-operation with staff and other health professionals and support the clinical teams with organising and booking urgent appointments and to ensure that appropriate patients are seen in the appropriate clinic slots and time frame.
• Ensuring that clinical appointments are booked to capacity via managing cancellation lists, taking phone call enquiries, reminding patients of appointments and general patient correspondence.

Please read the full job description

About us

With nearly 9,000 dedicated staff caring for patients around the clock, St George's Hospital is the largest healthcare provider in southwest London.

The main site, St George's Hospital in Tooting - one of the country's principal teaching hospitals - is shared with St George's, University of London, which trains medical students and carries out advanced medical research. St George's Hospital also hosts the St George's, University of London and Kingston University Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences, which is responsible for training a wide range of healthcare professionals from across the region.

As well as acute hospital services, St Georges Hospital provides a wide variety of specialist care and a full range of community services to patients of all ages following integration with Community Services Wandsworth in 2010.

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of 1.3 million across south west London. A large number of services, such as cardiothoracic medicine and surgery, neurosciences and renal transplantation, also cover significant populations from Surrey and Sussex, totalling around 3.5 million people.

The trust also provides care for patients from a larger catchment area in southeast England, for specialties such as complex pelvic trauma. Other services treat patients from all over the country, such as family HIV care and bone marrow transplantation for non-cancer diseases.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to A Level standard
• ECDL

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in Business Administration or Customer Care or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using a full range of IT/patient administration systems
• Experience of patient administration work

Desirable

• Experience of face-to-face customer contact.
• iClip/CERNER trained
• Referral to Treatment Pathways and National Guidance experience

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and customer care skills and dealing with complaints.
• Ability to recognise when to escalate problems/ complaints.
• The ability to prioritise tasks effectively and work without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of delivering new standard operating processes

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS service provision including the pathway of care
• Knowledge of healthcare administrative systems and processes
• Knowledge of databases, spreadsheets e.g. PAS, Excel or similar applications

Job summary

An opportunity awaits for a motivated Physiotherapist to join the adult neuro developmental team, based at Ash Green, Chesterfield and covering the North Derbyshire geographical area.

The service within DHFT is staffed by a dedicated team and we are looking for a like-minded Physiotherapist to join us in delivering physiotherapy to adults with a learning disability.

Our Multidisciplinary Team comprises of community nurses, psychologists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and Psychiatrists.

We work collaboratively to meet the health needs of people with a learning disability living in North Derbyshire.

If you have excellent communication skills and are able to plan and deliver, person centred, evidence based clinical care, we would very much like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

A Specialist Physiotherapist within the team will be required to:

Provide specialist assessment, treatment, advice and education for clients with a learning disability.

Provide assessment and recommendations on 24 hour postural management for individuals with complex physical disabilities.

Work closely with a variety of service providers and agencies throughout the Derbyshire to provide an holistic approach to the treatment of adults with a learning disability.

Educate, train and provide specialist advice to health and social care colleagues, support staff, students, carers and any other personnel/agencies that come into contact with people who have a learning disability.

Participate in the development of effective, responsive, evidence based person-centred services.

Contribute to the overall planning, delivery and evaluation of Physiotherapy services.

About us

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

383-SPE-7534-26

Job locations

Ash Green

Ashgate Road

Chesterfield

S427JE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDegree in Physiotherapy, state registered with HCPC
• oActively engaged with CPD

Desirable

• Student Educator

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• oConfident and clear about the role of Physiotherapy in learning disabilities
• oProven communication skills.
• oAble to prioritise and manage own workload
• oAppropriate specialist skills in physiotherapy assessment and treatment
• oExperience working as a physiotherapist with transferable skills
• oAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• oExperience of clinical audits
• oAquatic therapy assessment and treatment experience
• oExperience/ knowledge of postural management
• oUnderstanding of evidence based practice in learning disability speciality
• oExperience working in a community environment
• oExperience supervising other staff members

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

• oProfessionally accountable for own actions and any clinical work delegated to other staff
• oHave UK driving license and access to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes.
• oDemonstrate trust values.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oDegree in Physiotherapy, state registered with HCPC oActively engaged with CPD Desirable Student Educator Experience and knowledge Essential oConfident and clear about the role of Physiotherapy in learning disabilities oProven communication skills. oAble to prioritise and manage own workload oAppropriate specialist skills in physiotherapy assessment and treatment oExperience working as a physiotherapist with transferable skills oAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Desirable oExperience of clinical audits oAquatic therapy assessment and treatment experience oExperience/ knowledge of postural management oUnderstanding of evidence based practice in learning disability speciality oExperience working in a community environment oExperience supervising other staff members Aptitude and Personal Qualities Essential oProfessionally accountable for own actions and any clinical work delegated to other staff oHave UK driving license and access to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes. oDemonstrate trust values.

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

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ash Green

Ashgate Road

Chesterfield

S427JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ash Green

Ashgate Road

Chesterfield

S427JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The NSFT East Suffolk Mental Health Liaison Service, based in Ipswich Hospital, are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic mental health practitioners, who are looking to expand their skills and knowledge base, within the acute hospital setting.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment providing specialist mental health assessment, risk management, and short-term intervention to patients presenting with a range of mental health needs.

The Mental Health Liaison Service offers a single point of access for referrals from Ipswich Hospital and provides a range of mental health specialities within one multidisciplinary team. Our team operates 24/7 and plays a vital role in supporting the acute hospital, ensuring timely, person-centred care for individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties.

We respond to a diverse range of referrals, covering both liaison psychiatry and emergency assessment functions for all ages.

Main duties of the job

A flexible 'can do' attitude, with a willingness to build links with general hospital colleagues is essential to ensure that a proactive interface is created between mental health and medicine. You will have the relevant post qualification experience, including acute mental health and crisis management and be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the differing needs of people within the general hospital.

Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments of patients referred from A&E, medical/surgical wards.

• Assess and manage risk of harm to self or others, including suicide and self-neglect
• Provide evidence-based brief interventions, advice, and signposting to appropriate services
• Offer support and education to acute hospital colleagues in managing mental health presentations
• Maintain high-quality clinical documentation
• Support timely discharge planning, including mental health input to complex cases
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to shared clinical decision-making

Please visit out Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs

About us

Benefits included with this role are:-

• NHS pension
• a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
• career progression
• starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
• staff physio service
• NHS discounts and many more.

Please visit out Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be key in the efficient delivery of the liaison service; in improving response and management of referrals; in improving knowledge and understanding of mental health issues within the acute hospital; in helping the team meet their key performance indicators and be proactive in helping explore and develop partnerships and pathways to improve patient prognosis and outcometeam is a 24/7 service. Therefore you will be required to work Long Days, including nights. We will provide a full induction. We have a genuine commitment to training and development with shared opportunities across the two Trusts. We are proud of our culture of honesty, team involvement and ownership to both patient care and job satisfaction.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist OR Social Worker with the relevant professional registration
• Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor training (NMC registrants) or Practice Educator (AHP & Social Worker Registrants)
• Ongoing professional development working towards degree level ( if professional registration is following a diploma level course)

Desirable

• Recognised Leadership/Management training
• Higher degree or post graduate certificate in area of clinical / therapeutic practice

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience
• Able to demonstrate effective risk assessment and risk management experience
• Experience in the delivery of clinical interventions

Desirable

• Experience in supporting service development

Skills

Essential

• Effective analytical and decision-making skills
• Care planning and Risk assessment knowledge and skills

Knowledge

Essential

• The ability to use clinical assessment tools and outcome measures effectively and collaboratively

Desirable

• Knowledge of medication and the monitoring of its effects

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

Mental Health Liaison Practitioner - West Suffolk Hospital

Are you a skilled and experienced practitioner looking to join a passionate and dedicated team?

Our Mental Health Liaison team based at the West Suffolk Hospital (WSH) in Bury St Edmunds has an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Nurse or Social Worker to join their fantastic team on a permanent part time basis.

This role is there to support those attending the WSH with new or ongoing mental health difficulties and illness; to identify their needs, ensuring these are met effectively whilst in hospital and to contribute towards timely/supportive discharge planning.

Our vital service operates 24/7, 365 days of the year which means will be expected to work a shift pattern.

If you are motivated, compassionate, a good team player and keen to make a difference to the lives of both adults and older people experiencing mental health crisis then we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in fast paced and busy environment, forging excellent working relationships with other health professionals within the hospital and beyond.

A flexible 'can do' attitude, with a willingness to build links with acute hospital colleagues is essential to ensure that a proactive interface is created between mental health and acute services.

From working alongside colleagues in the A&E department, to in-reaching to the wards, supporting substance misuse colleagues and liaising with other mental health professionals, you will work across the WSH supporting individuals presenting to the acute hospital with mental health issues.

We're looking for an individual who wants to grow and develop their knowledge and skills by working closely with colleagues, sharing experience and knowledge to continually learn from each other.

Ideally you'll have experience, particularly in areas of acute mental health and risk management and older adults' mental health.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who would like a new challenge with variety where no two days will be the same.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established nursing networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Individual competence and suitability will be explored within interview. It is vital that the successful candidate demonstrates values and behaviours reflective of those of our Trust and this is a focus of the interview process.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Some of the benefits you can expect:

• NHS pension
• a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
• career progression
• starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
• staff physio service
• NHS discounts and many more

Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist OR Social Worker with the relevant professional registration
• Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor training (NMC registrants) or Practice Educator (AHP & Social Worker Registrants)

Desirable

• Recognised Leadership/Management training

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate effecive risk assessment and risk management experience
• Experience supervising others/students including preceptorship programme, student placements etc
• Experience of managing a caseload and the provision of Mental Health Care services to people with mental health care needs

Skills

Essential

• Competent assessment skills
• Conflict resolution and Breakaway training (or requirement to undertake within first 12 weeks)

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

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 Support Worker opportunities are available in General surgery

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 Health Care 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.

Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.

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

• Examples of what you may do as part of your role
  • Washing and dressing patients
  • Serving meals and feeding patients
  • Helping patients to move around
  • Making beds
  • Talking to patients and their families
  • Monitoring patient condition
• Skills and personal attributes needed
  • Caring and kind
  • Cheerful and friendly
  • Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting
  • Able to follow direct instructions
  • Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative
  • Have good listening and communication skills
  • Be well organised

Full time and part time positions are available, and we are open to discuss flexible working arrangements.This opportunity is available for candidates who have the right to work in the UK. Applications from underrepresented groups including LGBT+, Ethnic Minority or disabled people are particularly welcome.

** We look forward to hearing from you and wish you good luck **

About us

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

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we Offer:

• Range of opportunities for flexible working
• Strong team ethos
• NHS salary structure and pension
• 27 days holiday plus days off for bank holidays worked
• Enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Wide range of LGBTI+ initiatives
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on public transport
• Disability Confident Reasonable adjustments

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the NHS

Desirable

• Experience in a Health Care setting

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 2 in care or equivalent qualification.

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).

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced mental health professional to take on a Clinical Team Leader post within our established multi-disciplinary Mental Health Liaison Team (MHLT) based at Ipswich Hospital.

The NSFT East Suffolk Mental Health Liaison Service is an age-inclusive service, responding to referrals for people of all ages within the acute hospital.

This is a key leadership role within a fast-paced environment, providing oversight of specialist mental health assessment, risk management and short-term intervention for individuals presenting with a wide range of mental health needs. The service offers a single point of access for referrals from Ipswich Hospital, operating 24/7 and playing a vital role in supporting the acute hospital to deliver timely, person-centred care.

You will work closely with the existing leadership team to ensure high-quality service delivery, effective operational management, and strong collaborative relationships with acute hospital colleagues.

Main duties of the job

As Clinical Team Leader, you will:

Provide day-to-day operational leadership to the Mental Health Liaison Team, ensuring safe, effective and compassionate care.

Support and guide staff in managing complex mental and physical health presentations within the acute hospital.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across Ipswich Hospital to ensure a proactive and seamless interface between mental health and physical healthcare.

Lead on reviewing team performance, activity data and KPIs, reporting into the wider care group and contributing to service development.

Oversee and support high-quality clinical documentation, safeguarding processes, and adherence to Trust policies.

Provide leadership presence across the service, supporting staff with decision-making, risk management and escalation.

Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and promote shared clinical decision-making.

Support timely discharge planning and ensure mental health input into complex cases.

Offer guidance and education to acute hospital colleagues to enhance understanding and management of mental health presentations.

Participate in recruitment, HR processes, supervision, and staff development.

Promote a positive, flexible, "can-do" culture within the team.

This role requires confidence in managing competing demands, prioritising effectively, and supporting staff in a high-pressure environment.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated, forwardthinking leader who thrives in a stimulating, fastpaced and wellsupported environment. You will play a central role in:

Ensuring efficient delivery of the liaison service across a 24/7 rota.

Improving response times and management of referrals.

Enhancing knowledge and understanding of mental health within the acute hospital.

Supporting the team to meet key performance indicators.

Developing and strengthening partnerships and pathways to improve patient outcomes.

Leading service improvements and contributing to ongoing transformation work.

Supporting staff wellbeing, professional development and reflective practice.

Upholding a culture of honesty, involvement and shared ownership of patient care and job satisfaction.

The service operates 24/7, and leadership presence across the rota is required. A full induction will be provided, and we are committed to ongoing training and development, with shared opportunities across NSFT and ESNEFT.

**Full UK driving licence is required for this post**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing degree or equivalent, Dip SW or Dip OT or equivalent, or HCPC registered

Desirable

• ILM certificate in management or equivalent
• Ongoing professional development working towards degree level
• Higher degree or post graduate certificate in area of clinical / therapeutic practice - Post basic teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate experience at a senior clinical level including staff management/supervision experience.
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Evidence of providing leadership in an acute care environment including service development

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel

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

To support the delivery of Newborn Health Screening in Luton & Bedfordshire. The post holder will work under the direction and supervision of the Senior Newborn Hearing Screener and the Local NHSP Manager. In Maternity, NNU, Outpatient clinics and Children Centres - possibly home visits. The work base will be in Luton and Dunstable Hospital's maternity Wing on Daisy Ward.

To offer screening to all babies to refer those with no clear response to the appropriate Audiological service, ensuring early intervention to support child development.

Post includes training as required, Mandatory Training, External Clinical Assessment, Annual E - Learning and a NVQ level 3 Diploma to be achieved within 2 years of recruitment.

To provide a full service and screen babies prior to discharge it will be necessary for the post holder to work weekends on a rotational basis approximately 1: 3 weekends. Annual leave is pro rata; service cover is a team priority. The team do not work Bank Holidays.

"(Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 20/10/2026)"

Main duties of the job

To ensure the daily calibration, safety, and security of equipment, reporting any problems to the Senior Screener and or NHSP Manager.

To identify which babies, require screening by using the Smart 4 Hearing Database and the Maternity database and by liaising with the ward staff. Basic IT Skills are required.

To organise and prioritise workload with colleagues to cover postnatal wards, Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) Community Clinics and home visits, ensuring as many babies as possible have completed screening prior to discharge from hospital.

Able to report and handover any concerns of mother / baby's wellbeing. Data in put, e - referrals.

To organise and prepare for community clinics in order that babies are screened as early as possible.

To travel to other venues, set up and undertake NHSP screening in outpatient clinics and home visits on occasion.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Please be aware that East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust will never ask applicants to pay fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including job applications, sponsorship arrangements, or employment offers. All recruitment communications and job applications should only be made through our official careers website and published contact details.

If you receive a suspicious job offer or recruitment-related communication, do not make any payments, share personal information, or provide identity documents. We encourage you to report the matter to your local police or relevant law enforcement agency. Any concerns relating to potential recruitment fraud should also be reported to our Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) as soon as possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/newborn-hearing-screening-programme-overview

To ensure the daily calibration, safety, and security of equipment, reporting any problems to the Senior Screener and or NHSP Manager.

To identify which babies, require screening by using the Smart 4 Hearing Database and the Maternity database and by liaising with the ward staff.

To organise and prioritise workload with colleagues to cover postnatal wards, Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) Community Clinics and home visits, ensuring as many babies as possible have completed screening prior to discharge from hospital.

Able to report and handover any concerns of mother / babys wellbeing.

To organise and prepare for community clinics in order that babies are screened as early as possible.

To travel to other venues, set up and undertake NHSP screening in outpatient clinics and home visits on occasion.

1. Monitor and record babies results in red books, Smart 4 Hearing and paediatric record.

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records in accordance with service and organisational policies.

Complete appointment ledgers, referral forms, and distribute guidance and information to parents supporting informed choice.

Use of Translation options.

Use of case notes on Smart 4 Hearing to enable a transparent and quality assured data record.

Build positive relationships with families and carers.

Awareness of safeguarding issues and support of vulnerable families.

Encourage family involvement offering a Family Friendly Service

Gentle handling of all babies.

The post holder will be exposed to babies who vomit, regurgitate mucus and have vernix / body secretions.

'Please see JD and PS for detailed responsibilities'

Person Specification

Education & Experience

Essential

• Holds Level 4 GCSE Maths English
• Holds Level 2+ Diploma or equivalent
• Experience Handling Newborns
• Car driver/ owner
• Committed to training at level 3 Diploma and complete external Clinical assessment

Desirable

• NHS. experience
• Experience in Newborn Hearing or other screening discipline.
• Experience supporting mpothers and newborns.
• Safeguarding experience

Record Keeping

Essential

• Can work within Trust Values
• Work with confidentiality/ handle sensitive data
• Experience in recording data, making appointments
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Able to do self directed study using academic software
• Upload results to database to enure timely recording of screens.
• use of Word, excel System 1, organisational database/ similar.
• maintain contemporaneous records

Physical Skills

Essential

• Has dexterity to use equipment and small consumables.
• Can be on feet most of the day and be able to negotiate tight areas to work in
• Has excellent infection control techniques
• Physically able to move trolleys, cots and equipment.
• Able to work 1:3 or 1:4 weekends a month

Desirable

• Experience working in a ward and or Community Health environment.
• Be comfortable working with mothersand babies which could result in contact with bodily fluids.
• Work as a team member and on their own.
• Demonstrate flexibility to ensure service cover if required.

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).