Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Part-time Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Wealstun, a category C Prison located in near Wetherby, Yorkshire.

HMP Wealstun is a male prison that focuses on training and education. The pharmacy has it's own dispensary and consists of a full team of around 15 staff both permanent and bank.

Hours

32 hours a week, working 4 days. Weekend and bank holiday working included on a rota basis. At present it is 1 weekend a month (both days) however these can be worked together or spread across the month.

Salary

This position is part time, youll receive an annual salary up to £35,548.16 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.

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Early Years Speech and Language Therapy Operational Lead to join Children and Young People's Integrated Therapies. This role will provide day-to-day operational leadership for the West Early Years SLT service, supporting delivery for pre-school children with speech, language and communication needs.

You will work closely with the CYPIT leadership team, operational colleagues, clinicians, early years partners and local authority colleagues to plan, coordinate, monitor and develop services. The post includes line management responsibility for defined staff, contribution to performance and quality reporting, and opportunities to shape service improvement.

This is a varied role requiring strong clinical knowledge, confident communication skills and the ability to support safe, effective and responsive service delivery.

We are looking for someone who can combine clinical expertise with operational oversight, partnership working and a commitment to continuous improvement across children's therapy services.

Our core working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00, with flexibility where service needs allow. The role will involve travel across Trust and community settings, with opportunities for some home working. This is a part-time role with a minimum commitment of 3 days (22.5 hours) per week. Additional working hours may be considered.

Main duties of the job

• Provide day-to-day operational management of the CYPIT West Early Years SLT service, coordinating clinical delivery for pre-school children with speech, language and communication needs.

• Line manage defined staff, supporting recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, absence management and performance in line with Trust policies.

• Work with the CYPIT leadership team, clinicians and operational partners to plan, deliver, monitor and evaluate services, ensuring performance targets and quality standards are met.

• Use service data, outcome measures, audit, feedback and incident learning to inform service planning, clinical effectiveness and risk management.

• Build effective relationships with early years, education, health, social care and local authority partners, including support for SEND processes and tribunal-related work where required.

• Maintain an appropriate clinical role, where needed, and provide advice and support to staff on complex clinical and service delivery issues.

• Deputise for CYPIT Early Years, Early Help EAS or school age leads as required.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

1.1. To lead the effective and safe daily running of the SACT Distribution Unit (SDU) to ensure a safe service provision and to maintain and develop the highest standards of patient-focused care and according to the needs of the Trust.1.2. To be responsible for the management of procurement, storage, dispensing and distribution of Batch and Patient Specific (PS) products to all areas of the Royal Marsden.1.3. Monitor relevant key performance indicators accurately through audit and report on a weekly/monthly basis e.g. workload turnaround times, error monitoring, workload figures, wastage report and capacity.1.4. Be responsible for staff allocation in response to changing workload and service delivery requirements. Ensuring that relevant rota for SDU is developed and adhered to e.g. day-to-day tasks, evening and weekend shifts are covered if applicable.1.5. To work closely with Aseptic Operations Manager, Pharmacy Stores Manager, General Stores Manager, Pharmacy Systems Manager and the Chief Technicians, Aseptic Services.1.6. Lead communication with outsourced suppliers, proactively addressing and resolving issues, monitoring service delivery, and ensuring agreed standards and requirements are maintained.

Main duties of the job

2.1 Be responsible for leading and managing staff across both RMH sites in the co-ordination and the daily running of the SDU in procurement, storage, dispensing and distribution of batch and patient specific products to all areas of the Royal Marsden.2.2 Ensure appropriate levels of staff are always available to meet daily operational commitments by maximising skill mix, in line with agreed frameworks for leave.2.3 Manage and prioritise own workload, using initiative and working proactively to balance individual responsibilities with the operational needs and priorities of the service.2.4 To work closely with the Aseptic Team across both sites to ensure patients receive the highest standard of service deliverance.2.5 Attend and actively participate in all relevant meetings associated with the role, contributing to discussions and actions as required.2.6 Identify and deal with problems on a day-to-day basis and escalate any operational issues within an appropriate time frame to resolve workflow issues promptly.2.7 Participate in auditing the service to ensure best practice is being followed.2.7 Actively display team performance metrics and communicate any changes in service delivery to the immediate and wider hospital teams.2.8 To oversee that Batch/PS doses are dispensed and delivered to the correct day unit/ward in good time ahead of patient's chair time

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year pro rata per annum including outer London HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

282-SB1926

Job locations

The Royal Marsden - Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Manage batch stock levels, including the regular review and maintenance of PAR levels, and proactively identify and implement solutions to line changes and supply issues relating to Batch and PS products.2.11 Liaise with relevant stakeholders in adding of new lines to EPIC following the required authorisation requirements.2.12 Be responsible for expiry and stock check reviews for batch lines to actively minimise wastage.2.13 Undertake weekly monitoring and maintenance of high-cost stock lines to minimise avoidable wastage and attend the monthly Pharmacy Waste Meeting to review waste trends, identify issues and support appropriate actions.2.14 Ensure minimum stock levels are maintained for all batch lines by regularly reviewing outstanding orders, proactively liaising with and chasing suppliers, and communicating with Aseptic Services regarding any out-of-stock or supply issues.2.15 Together with the procurement / stores team, co-ordinate and manage the processing and payment of invoices in a timely manner and ensure RMH accounts are kept in good standing in liaison with the Pharmacy Systems Manager and Finance Accounts Payable team.2.16 Undertake supply review meetings with the main suppliers.2.17 Take responsibility for the accurate and timely filing, retention and archiving of all relevant documentation in accordance with Trust requirements and procedures.2.15 Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are regularly reviewed and monitored and comply with external standards e.g., Good Dispensing Practice guidance from the GPhC and audit them regularly to ensure they are being followed, to maintain high standards and ensure staff are made aware of any changes.2.16 Handle and investigate errors and complaints appropriately ensuring they are reported and referred appropriately to senior management.2.17 Undertake duties and responsibilities in all activities of the SDU according to Standard Operating Procedures and participate in the checking process as an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician.2.18 To monitor equipment within the SDU and report any problems promptly and assist in their correction.2.19 To ensure the appropriate storage and accurate expiry records of Batch and PS doses are kept up to date and archived for future reference.2.20 To be responsible for the collection of KPIs, workload figures and other management information.2.21 To assist in all aspects of internal and external audit of the SDU, including audits of current practice, and development of service improvement strategies.2.22 To assist in the investigation of Trust Incidents (DATIX) of outsourced products.2.23 To ensure good communication between SDU and other members of pharmacy and the healthcare teams.2.24 Identify areas within the SDU to increase operational efficiency and/or cost-saving initiatives

Management / Leadership and Education & Training Responsibility2.25 All posts with responsibility for managing staff are expected to lead, motivate, develop and reward staff and are required to comply with the Trusts policies and Managers Code of Conduct in the following areas:

2.25.1 Be responsible for the effective recruitment and selection of new staff in line with the Trust's Recruitment Code and Recruitment & Selection Processes and Standards.

2.25.2 Ensure staff are appraised annually and have regular 1:1s with clear objectives which link to department, care group or corporate objectives and a personal development plan.

2.25.3 Ensure performance issues are dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner and follow the Trusts Disciplinary or Capability Procedures where formal action is necessary

2.26 Responsible for sickness absence monitoring including HR meetings, Occupational Health referrals and completion of return-to-work interviews.2.27 To act as a role model for other technicians and staff.2.28 Oversee the training and accreditation in processes of Technicians and ATOs working within the SDU and identify training and development needs of staff in line with departmental and Trust objectives.2.29 Organise induction programmes in advance for new starters and trainees to ensure training is completed within a set time frame.2.30 Take responsibility for ensuring all staff leave is accurately recorded and maintained on HealthRoster in a timely manner, in accordance with Trust procedures.2.31 Maintain and update training records for all staff trained within the SDU.2.32 Be responsible for ensuring statutory and mandatory training compliance.2.33 Be an Educational and/or Practice Supervisor for training programmes e.g. Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) and Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians (when appropriate) on call pharmacists2.34 To ensure all personal have knowledge and training of ICH-GCP guidelines, UK and EU legislation is kept up-to-date and ensure all staff adhere to these guidelines and legislations.2.35 Assist in the provision of 1:1 technical training for all pharmacy technicians and assistants, identifying any staff training needs and liaising with the Pharmacy Education and Training Team.2.36 Liaise with technical staff and other section managers about relevant staff development projects.2.37 Assist in the facilitation of CPD for staff.2.38 Develop professional knowledge and competence by attending in-house as well as external training programmes as appropriate and identified as part of your appraisal/PDP.

General2.39 Participate in late/early shifts and Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday rotas as required to meet service provisions and requirements for 7-day working. The Pharmacy is in a transitional period and moving over to a 7-day service, therefore staff are required to participate in a 7-day service which includes the requirement to work weekends, late shifts and bank holidays2.40 Be familiar with procedures and activities of other internal departments within the pharmacy and their potential interactions with the SDU activities.2.41 Strive to identify any areas for Quality improvement and actively engage in the departments wider quality improvement agenda.2.42 Observe and comply with the Trust's policies and procedures for Health and Safety ensuring the environment in which you and your staff work is safe, clean and tidy.2.43 Comply with standard infection control precautions to prevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community.2.44 Observe and continually promote equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust's policies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.2.45 Ensure the benefits to patients are maximised through careful, economical and appropriate use of NHS resources including equipment, property, money, time, etc.2.46 As requested, undertake any other duties consistent with the nature of the post, which may vary from time to time.

Job description Job responsibilities Manage batch stock levels, including the regular review and maintenance of PAR levels, and proactively identify and implement solutions to line changes and supply issues relating to Batch and PS products.2.11 Liaise with relevant stakeholders in adding of new lines to EPIC following the required authorisation requirements.2.12 Be responsible for expiry and stock check reviews for batch lines to actively minimise wastage.2.13 Undertake weekly monitoring and maintenance of high-cost stock lines to minimise avoidable wastage and attend the monthly Pharmacy Waste Meeting to review waste trends, identify issues and support appropriate actions.2.14 Ensure minimum stock levels are maintained for all batch lines by regularly reviewing outstanding orders, proactively liaising with and chasing suppliers, and communicating with Aseptic Services regarding any out-of-stock or supply issues.2.15 Together with the procurement / stores team, co-ordinate and manage the processing and payment of invoices in a timely manner and ensure RMH accounts are kept in good standing in liaison with the Pharmacy Systems Manager and Finance Accounts Payable team.2.16 Undertake supply review meetings with the main suppliers.2.17 Take responsibility for the accurate and timely filing, retention and archiving of all relevant documentation in accordance with Trust requirements and procedures.2.15 Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are regularly reviewed and monitored and comply with external standards e.g., Good Dispensing Practice guidance from the GPhC and audit them regularly to ensure they are being followed, to maintain high standards and ensure staff are made aware of any changes.2.16 Handle and investigate errors and complaints appropriately ensuring they are reported and referred appropriately to senior management.2.17 Undertake duties and responsibilities in all activities of the SDU according to Standard Operating Procedures and participate in the checking process as an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician.2.18 To monitor equipment within the SDU and report any problems promptly and assist in their correction.2.19 To ensure the appropriate storage and accurate expiry records of Batch and PS doses are kept up to date and archived for future reference.2.20 To be responsible for the collection of KPIs, workload figures and other management information.2.21 To assist in all aspects of internal and external audit of the SDU, including audits of current practice, and development of service improvement strategies.2.22 To assist in the investigation of Trust Incidents (DATIX) of outsourced products.2.23 To ensure good communication between SDU and other members of pharmacy and the healthcare teams.2.24 Identify areas within the SDU to increase operational efficiency and/or cost-saving initiatives Management / Leadership and Education & Training Responsibility2.25 All posts with responsibility for managing staff are expected to lead, motivate, develop and reward staff and are required to comply with the Trusts policies and Managers Code of Conduct in the following areas: 2.25.1 Be responsible for the effective recruitment and selection of new staff in line with the Trust's Recruitment Code and Recruitment & Selection Processes and Standards. 2.25.2 Ensure staff are appraised annually and have regular 1:1s with clear objectives which link to department, care group or corporate objectives and a personal development plan. 2.25.3 Ensure performance issues are dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner and follow the Trusts Disciplinary or Capability Procedures where formal action is necessary 2.26 Responsible for sickness absence monitoring including HR meetings, Occupational Health referrals and completion of return-to-work interviews.2.27 To act as a role model for other technicians and staff.2.28 Oversee the training and accreditation in processes of Technicians and ATOs working within the SDU and identify training and development needs of staff in line with departmental and Trust objectives.2.29 Organise induction programmes in advance for new starters and trainees to ensure training is completed within a set time frame.2.30 Take responsibility for ensuring all staff leave is accurately recorded and maintained on HealthRoster in a timely manner, in accordance with Trust procedures.2.31 Maintain and update training records for all staff trained within the SDU.2.32 Be responsible for ensuring statutory and mandatory training compliance.2.33 Be an Educational and/or Practice Supervisor for training programmes e.g. Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) and Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians (when appropriate) on call pharmacists2.34 To ensure all personal have knowledge and training of ICH-GCP guidelines, UK and EU legislation is kept up-to-date and ensure all staff adhere to these guidelines and legislations.2.35 Assist in the provision of 1:1 technical training for all pharmacy technicians and assistants, identifying any staff training needs and liaising with the Pharmacy Education and Training Team.2.36 Liaise with technical staff and other section managers about relevant staff development projects.2.37 Assist in the facilitation of CPD for staff.2.38 Develop professional knowledge and competence by attending in-house as well as external training programmes as appropriate and identified as part of your appraisal/PDP. General2.39 Participate in late/early shifts and Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday rotas as required to meet service provisions and requirements for 7-day working. The Pharmacy is in a transitional period and moving over to a 7-day service, therefore staff are required to participate in a 7-day service which includes the requirement to work weekends, late shifts and bank holidays2.40 Be familiar with procedures and activities of other internal departments within the pharmacy and their potential interactions with the SDU activities.2.41 Strive to identify any areas for Quality improvement and actively engage in the departments wider quality improvement agenda.2.42 Observe and comply with the Trust's policies and procedures for Health and Safety ensuring the environment in which you and your staff work is safe, clean and tidy.2.43 Comply with standard infection control precautions to prevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community.2.44 Observe and continually promote equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust's policies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.2.45 Ensure the benefits to patients are maximised through careful, economical and appropriate use of NHS resources including equipment, property, money, time, etc.2.46 As requested, undertake any other duties consistent with the nature of the post, which may vary from time to time.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ/QCF level 3/BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
• Registered Technician with GPhC
• Regional Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician

Desirable

• Practice supervisor/Educational supervisor certificate / Train the Trainer or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience post qualification as a pharmacy technician
• Experience of supervising others and providing feedback for development
• Education & training of staff
• Experience or organising a service on a day-to-day basis
• Experience of holding regular team meetings
• Experience of giving feedback and communicating outcomes to the wider team

Desirable

• Staff management experience as a senior technician
• Working knowledge/experience of writing and reviewing SOPs
• Experience of implementing change
• Experience of recruitment
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Good Clinical Practice
• Knowledge of chemotherapy and safe handling requirements of cytotoxic drugs.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential NVQ/QCF level 3/BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent Registered Technician with GPhC Regional Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician Desirable Practice supervisor/Educational supervisor certificate / Train the Trainer or equivalent Experience Essential Significant experience post qualification as a pharmacy technician Experience of supervising others and providing feedback for development Education & training of staff Experience or organising a service on a day-to-day basis Experience of holding regular team meetings Experience of giving feedback and communicating outcomes to the wider team Desirable Staff management experience as a senior technician Working knowledge/experience of writing and reviewing SOPs Experience of implementing change Experience of recruitment Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Good Clinical Practice Knowledge of chemotherapy and safe handling requirements of cytotoxic drugs.

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

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden - Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden - Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you a Speech and Language Therapist who enjoys working with adults in the community? Do you enjoy working in a supportive team environment? Are you looking for a permanent Band 5 position? Then this job could be for you! We are able to offer you: A friendly and supportive team environment Regular supervision and appraisals Regular Team and Service Meetings Opportunity to develop your personal and clinical skills through a range of learning experiences and team projects Access to clinical leads for advice/support Brentwood and the surrounding area provide a lovely mix of town and country lifestyle. The great transport links and fast trains services mean both London and the Essex coastline are accessible within 20-30minutes You may have lots of questions about the role, therefore we actively encourage you to reach out and discuss any questions/concerns, so that you can apply in confidence. Please contact Ann-Marie Haylock, Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist - [email protected]

Main duties of the job

Our Adult Community Service provides assessment, therapy and management for a wide range of aetiologies including but not limited to Stroke, Parkinsons disease, Huntingtons disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, and respiratory conditions. The post holder is required to demonstrate basic assessment, management and therapy for both communication and dysphagia impairments. They will be aided to construct comprehensive therapy programmes to be completed by the therapist, SLTA or as a patient self-management programme. The post holder will work with a diverse range of professional colleagues from health, social and voluntary sectors to provide care and joined up services. This will require excellent organisational and communication skills and a proactive approach As a team we value and recognise the clinical and professional skill developmental leap that occurs in your first year as a qualified therapist. To enable this, you will be provided with a clinical supervisor and receive weekly supervision across your first months. You will be supported to work through the NQP comps and build up to a full clinical caseload. You will also participate in team meetings and CPD and our annual appraisal process. There are opportunities for internal and external CPD, and we encourage the team to participate in audit, research and quality improvement work.

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 summary

We are pleased to announce, that due to new investment, we are offering an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our team within NELFT. We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and motivated individual to join our friendly department on a fixed-term basis until 31/03/2027. The post will focus on post-stroke rehabilitation within a community setting to residents of Barking and Dagenham. The post sits within a wider Community Rehabilitation Service (CRS) made of MDT professionals including physiotherapists and occupational therapists. This is a full-time position, but we would consider applications for part-time

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have a great opportunity to gain new skills and experience, and work in an exciting and dynamic team. They will be working with adults experiencing a range of acquired disorders of communication and/or swallowing. They will work closely with other MDT staff to ensure holistic patient care. The ideal candidate must be able to work independently as well as part of a team and have good time management and prioritisation skills. Adult Speech and Language Therapy are a respected and integrated part of the multidisciplinary team, with a positive record of developing innovative and patient centred services. The service runs weekly community videofluoroscopy and FEES clinics, and a monthly joint voice/swallowing clinic with ENT. The team pioneered a student supported Intensive Comprehensive Aphasia Programme and won a national Advancing Healthcare Award for their development of community laryngectomy care. The team is supporting clinical research projects, including the HARP aphasia study, and collaborating with local system partners to improve communication accessibility of services. CPD is actively supported through regular clinical supervision with senior speech and language therapists, appraisals and excellent training opportunities. To find out more about what we have been doing, why not follow us @NELFTAdultSLT ?

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.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

5 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

PAHC-3HL-002291

Job locations

Porters Avenue Health Centre

Dagenham

Essex

RM8 2EQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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 Essex.

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 – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, Goodmayes) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time).

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.

Job description Job responsibilities 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 Essex. 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 – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, Goodmayes) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time). 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant required qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the JD attached.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant required qualification. Experience Essential Please refer to the JD attached.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Porters Avenue Health Centre

Dagenham

Essex

RM8 2EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Porters Avenue Health Centre

Dagenham

Essex

RM8 2EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Occupational Health Advisor & WorkWell Team Lead

Location:Princes Risborough Head Office & and travel to business locations in Buckinghamshire where needed

Hours:37.5 hours per week covering 5 days

Salary: £57,528 per annum dependent on experience

Employment Type: Fixed Term until March 2029

Make a Difference to Health, Wellbeing and Employment Across Our Communities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Health professional to combine expert clinical practice with operational leadership, helping people with health conditions and disabilities remain in work, return to employment, or access sustainable employment opportunities.

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Health Advisor & WorkWell Team Lead will provide advanced occupational health expertise, clinical leadership, and operational management to support individuals with health conditions, disabilities, and complex barriers to remain in work, return to employment, or access sustainable employment opportunities.

The post holder will lead the delivery of the WorkWell service across the Integrated Care System (ICS), ensuring the provision of high-quality, person-centred interventions that improve health, wellbeing, and employment outcomes. They will oversee referral triage, case management, workforce performance, and service development while providing specialist occupational health advice to employers, employees, healthcare professionals, and partner organisations.

Working autonomously within professional scope of practice, the post holder will exercise expert clinical judgement in complex situations, ensuring services are delivered in accordance with occupational health standards, NHS governance requirements, employment legislation, safeguarding responsibilities, and WorkWell programme objectives.

About us

FedBucks is a not-for-profit GP federation of 45 GP practices covering a population of over 550,000 patients across Buckinghamshire. We began in 2016 and now employ around 300 members of staff at our head office site, and across our planned and unplanned care services.

As a GP Federation and Social Enterprise, we are proud to represent our member practices and to champion primary care by working with local general practice and system partners in the provision of community-based healthcare services. We are dedicated to providing safe and compassionate care to our patients across our range of planned and unplanned healthcare services in Buckinghamshire and believe in continuous commitment to quality service delivery and positive patient outcomes.

Patients are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves in our purpose when enabling excellent patient care and supporting general practice.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced background check (e.g., DBS) prior to appointment, and regular safeguarding training will be provided and required.

• Free parking

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£57,528 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0093-26-0063

Job locations

Fedbucks Ltd

Unit D1

Regent Park, Summerleys Road

PRINCES RISBOROUGH

Buckinghamshire

HP27 9LE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Occupational Health Practice

• Undertake comprehensive occupational health assessments using information gathered from self-reports, GP records, specialist reports, medical documentation, and workplace information.
• Conduct fitness-for-work and work capability assessments for individuals with physical health conditions, mental health concerns, musculoskeletal disorders, long-term conditions, disabilities, and neurodiverse needs.
• Assess the impact of health conditions on attendance, workplace performance, productivity, and safety.
• Develop evidence-based recommendations to support sustainable employment, workplace retention, rehabilitation, and return-to-work outcomes.
• Advise on reasonable adjustments, workplace modifications, phased return programmes, redeployment opportunities, and vocational rehabilitation interventions.
• Manage highly complex occupational health cases involving long-term sickness absence, disability, workplace conflict, psychosocial barriers, and multiple co-morbidities.
• Determine the need for specialist intervention, referral, escalation, or multidisciplinary support.
• Produce professional reports and recommendations that are clinically robust, evidence based, and defensible.
• Contribute to the development of occupational health policies, procedures, and clinical pathways.
• Promote preventative approaches that improve workforce wellbeing, reduce sickness absence, and prevent work loss.

Fit Note Provision and Work Capability Assessment

• Undertake detailed assessments of functional capacity and work capability.
• Provide clinical recommendations regarding fitness for work, workplace adjustments, rehabilitation requirements, and return-to-work planning.
• Where professionally authorised and operating within current legislation and organisational governance arrangements, issue and sign fit notes and associated documentation.
• Advise individuals, employers, managers, and HR teams regarding implementation of fit note recommendations.
• Monitor progress against return-to-work goals and adapt interventions as required.
• Ensure work capability assessments are evidence-based, proportionate, and fully documented.
• Support reduction of unnecessary sickness absence through proactive case management and early intervention.
• Maintain accurate records of all assessments and recommendations.

Referral Triage and Case Management Leadership

• Lead the clinical triage process for all referrals received within the WorkWell service.
• Assess referral urgency, complexity, risk, and suitability for intervention.
• Identify safeguarding concerns, mental health risks, workplace risks, and barriers to engagement.
• Prioritise and allocate referrals to the most appropriate member of the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide expert consultation and case supervision for complex or high-risk cases.
• Ensure seamless coordination between health, employment, welfare, and community services.
• Monitor referral volumes, waiting times, service demand, and case progression.
• Develop and maintain triage protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Escalate risks and capacity concerns through appropriate governance arrangements.
• Leadership of the WorkWell Service
• Provide visible clinical and operational leadership across the multidisciplinary WorkWell team.
• Translate strategic objectives into effective operational delivery plans.
• Ensure achievement of service objectives, key performance indicators, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
• Lead multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, governance sessions, and service improvement initiatives.
• Monitor service performance, outcomes, productivity, quality indicators, and resource utilisation.
• Support service redesign, transformation, and innovation programmes.
• Promote a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Lead implementation of new service pathways, interventions, and workforce initiatives.
• Produce detailed reports and performance information for commissioners, governance groups, and senior leaders.

Employer Engagement and Workplace Health Leadership

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with employers across public, private, and voluntary sector organisations.
• Act as the lead Occupational Health Advisor for employer engagement within the WorkWell programme.
• Provide expert advice on attendance management, disability inclusion, occupational health case management, and workforce wellbeing.
• Support organisations to develop healthier workplaces through preventative and early intervention approaches.
• Advise employers on compliance with employment legislation and best practice relating to workplace health and disability management.
• Facilitate collaborative discussions between employers and employees to achieve positive workplace outcomes.
• Develop and deliver training programmes, workshops, presentations, and awareness sessions.
• Promote evidence-based approaches to supporting staff with health conditions and disabilities.
• Build employer confidence in managing long-term health conditions and workplace adjustments.

Partnership and System Working

• Develop collaborative relationships with NHS organisations, Integrated Care Boards, Primary Care Networks, local authorities, DWP, Jobcentre Plus, VCSE organisations, and employers.
• Represent the WorkWell service at strategic meetings, partnership boards, steering groups, and stakeholder forums.
• Support development of integrated health, work, and wellbeing pathways.
• Improve coordination between healthcare services, employment support programmes, and community resources.
• Identify gaps in provision and contribute to development of innovative system-wide solutions.
• Support wider population health management and economic inactivity reduction initiatives.
• Contribute to regional and national health and employment priorities.
• Leadership and People Management
• Provide direct line management, supervision, and professional leadership to designated staff.
• Lead recruitment, induction, appraisal, probation, and performance management processes.
• Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, clinical supervision, and professional development opportunities.
• Monitor compliance with professional registration, mandatory training, and continuing professional development requirements.
• Promote a psychologically safe, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Lead workforce planning, workload allocation, and resource management activities.
• Address employee relations matters in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Support succession planning and talent development within the team.

Clinical Governance, Quality and Risk Management

• Maintain professional registration and practice in accordance with the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements, data protection legislation, and information governance standards.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records.
• Lead investigations into incidents, complaints, and clinical concerns.
• Undertake audit, quality assurance, service evaluation, and outcome measurement activities.
• Implement learning from incidents and governance processes.
• Contribute to policy development and review.
• Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Ensure compliance with NHS governance frameworks and occupational health standards.

Essential Certifications

• Current NMC Registration.
• Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Occupational Health) Qualification (SCPHN OH) or Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or MSc in Occupational Health.
• Occupational Health Case Management Training.
• Clinical Risk Assessment Training.

Essential Experience

• Significant post-registration Occupational Health experience.
• Extensive experience managing complex occupational health caseloads independently.
• Experience undertaking fitness-for-work and work capability assessments.
• Experience managing long-term sickness absence and vocational rehabilitation cases.
• Experience delivering occupational health services within NHS, public sector, or large organisational environments.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The chance to make a real difference to patient care within the local community
• Access to a diverse and rewarding role across a range of healthcare services

Benefits

• Generous NHS Pension Scheme benefit from one of the UK's most valuable pension schemes, with an employer contribution of 23.7%, helping you build long-term financial security.
• 25 to 30 days annual leave, depending on length of service.
• Plus Bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme

Job description Job responsibilities Key ResponsibilitiesAdvanced Occupational Health Practice Undertake comprehensive occupational health assessments using information gathered from self-reports, GP records, specialist reports, medical documentation, and workplace information. Conduct fitness-for-work and work capability assessments for individuals with physical health conditions, mental health concerns, musculoskeletal disorders, long-term conditions, disabilities, and neurodiverse needs. Assess the impact of health conditions on attendance, workplace performance, productivity, and safety. Develop evidence-based recommendations to support sustainable employment, workplace retention, rehabilitation, and return-to-work outcomes. Advise on reasonable adjustments, workplace modifications, phased return programmes, redeployment opportunities, and vocational rehabilitation interventions. Manage highly complex occupational health cases involving long-term sickness absence, disability, workplace conflict, psychosocial barriers, and multiple co-morbidities. Determine the need for specialist intervention, referral, escalation, or multidisciplinary support. Produce professional reports and recommendations that are clinically robust, evidence based, and defensible. Contribute to the development of occupational health policies, procedures, and clinical pathways. Promote preventative approaches that improve workforce wellbeing, reduce sickness absence, and prevent work loss.Fit Note Provision and Work Capability Assessment Undertake detailed assessments of functional capacity and work capability. Provide clinical recommendations regarding fitness for work, workplace adjustments, rehabilitation requirements, and return-to-work planning. Where professionally authorised and operating within current legislation and organisational governance arrangements, issue and sign fit notes and associated documentation. Advise individuals, employers, managers, and HR teams regarding implementation of fit note recommendations. Monitor progress against return-to-work goals and adapt interventions as required. Ensure work capability assessments are evidence-based, proportionate, and fully documented. Support reduction of unnecessary sickness absence through proactive case management and early intervention. Maintain accurate records of all assessments and recommendations.Referral Triage and Case Management Leadership Lead the clinical triage process for all referrals received within the WorkWell service. Assess referral urgency, complexity, risk, and suitability for intervention. Identify safeguarding concerns, mental health risks, workplace risks, and barriers to engagement. Prioritise and allocate referrals to the most appropriate member of the multidisciplinary team. Provide expert consultation and case supervision for complex or high-risk cases. Ensure seamless coordination between health, employment, welfare, and community services. Monitor referral volumes, waiting times, service demand, and case progression. Develop and maintain triage protocols and standard operating procedures. Escalate risks and capacity concerns through appropriate governance arrangements. Leadership of the WorkWell Service Provide visible clinical and operational leadership across the multidisciplinary WorkWell team. Translate strategic objectives into effective operational delivery plans. Ensure achievement of service objectives, key performance indicators, quality standards, and contractual requirements. Lead multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, governance sessions, and service improvement initiatives. Monitor service performance, outcomes, productivity, quality indicators, and resource utilisation. Support service redesign, transformation, and innovation programmes. Promote a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, equality, diversity, and inclusion. Lead implementation of new service pathways, interventions, and workforce initiatives. Produce detailed reports and performance information for commissioners, governance groups, and senior leaders.Employer Engagement and Workplace Health Leadership Develop and maintain effective relationships with employers across public, private, and voluntary sector organisations. Act as the lead Occupational Health Advisor for employer engagement within the WorkWell programme. Provide expert advice on attendance management, disability inclusion, occupational health case management, and workforce wellbeing. Support organisations to develop healthier workplaces through preventative and early intervention approaches. Advise employers on compliance with employment legislation and best practice relating to workplace health and disability management. Facilitate collaborative discussions between employers and employees to achieve positive workplace outcomes. Develop and deliver training programmes, workshops, presentations, and awareness sessions. Promote evidence-based approaches to supporting staff with health conditions and disabilities. Build employer confidence in managing long-term health conditions and workplace adjustments.Partnership and System Working Develop collaborative relationships with NHS organisations, Integrated Care Boards, Primary Care Networks, local authorities, DWP, Jobcentre Plus, VCSE organisations, and employers. Represent the WorkWell service at strategic meetings, partnership boards, steering groups, and stakeholder forums. Support development of integrated health, work, and wellbeing pathways. Improve coordination between healthcare services, employment support programmes, and community resources. Identify gaps in provision and contribute to development of innovative system-wide solutions. Support wider population health management and economic inactivity reduction initiatives. Contribute to regional and national health and employment priorities. Leadership and People Management Provide direct line management, supervision, and professional leadership to designated staff. Lead recruitment, induction, appraisal, probation, and performance management processes. Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, clinical supervision, and professional development opportunities. Monitor compliance with professional registration, mandatory training, and continuing professional development requirements. Promote a psychologically safe, inclusive, and supportive working environment. Lead workforce planning, workload allocation, and resource management activities. Address employee relations matters in line with organisational policies and procedures. Support succession planning and talent development within the team.Clinical Governance, Quality and Risk Management Maintain professional registration and practice in accordance with the relevant professional code of conduct. Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements, data protection legislation, and information governance standards. Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records. Lead investigations into incidents, complaints, and clinical concerns. Undertake audit, quality assurance, service evaluation, and outcome measurement activities. Implement learning from incidents and governance processes. Contribute to policy development and review. Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice. Ensure compliance with NHS governance frameworks and occupational health standards.Essential Certifications Current NMC Registration. Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Occupational Health) Qualification (SCPHN OH) or Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or MSc in Occupational Health. Occupational Health Case Management Training. Clinical Risk Assessment Training.Essential Experience Significant post-registration Occupational Health experience. Extensive experience managing complex occupational health caseloads independently. Experience undertaking fitness-for-work and work capability assessments. Experience managing long-term sickness absence and vocational rehabilitation cases. Experience delivering occupational health services within NHS, public sector, or large organisational environments.What We Offer A supportive and friendly working environment Opportunities for training and professional development The chance to make a real difference to patient care within the local community Access to a diverse and rewarding role across a range of healthcare servicesBenefits Generous NHS Pension Scheme benefit from one of the UK's most valuable pension schemes, with an employer contribution of 23.7%, helping you build long-term financial security. 25 to 30 days annual leave, depending on length of service. Plus Bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration Occupational Health experience.
• Extensive experience managing complex occupational health caseloads independently.
• Experience undertaking fitness-for-work and work capability assessments.
• Experience managing long-term sickness absence and vocational rehabilitation cases.
• Experience providing advice to employers, HR professionals, managers, and senior leaders.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing staff performance.
• Experience managing operational performance and quality standards.
• Experience delivering occupational health services within NHS, public sector, or large organisational environments.
• Experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working.
• Experience supporting service redesign, transformation, and continuous improvement programmes.

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Occupational Health) Qualification SCPHN OH or Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or MSc in Occupational Health.
• Evidence of substantial post-registration occupational health experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to occupational health, vocational rehabilitation, and workforce wellbeing.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification. Experience Essential Significant post-registration Occupational Health experience. Extensive experience managing complex occupational health caseloads independently. Experience undertaking fitness-for-work and work capability assessments. Experience managing long-term sickness absence and vocational rehabilitation cases. Experience providing advice to employers, HR professionals, managers, and senior leaders. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing staff performance. Experience managing operational performance and quality standards. Experience delivering occupational health services within NHS, public sector, or large organisational environments. Experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working. Experience supporting service redesign, transformation, and continuous improvement programmes. Skills and knowledge Essential Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Occupational Health) Qualification SCPHN OH or Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or MSc in Occupational Health. Evidence of substantial post-registration occupational health experience. Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to occupational health, vocational rehabilitation, and workforce wellbeing.

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

FedBucks Ltd

Address

Fedbucks Ltd

Unit D1

Regent Park, Summerleys Road

PRINCES RISBOROUGH

Buckinghamshire

HP27 9LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

FedBucks Ltd

Address

Fedbucks Ltd

Unit D1

Regent Park, Summerleys Road

PRINCES RISBOROUGH

Buckinghamshire

HP27 9LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Pharmacist to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team at Brookside Group Practice. We are looking for 17 hours per week.

The Practice Pharmacist will be responsible for support to the practice with medication reviews, queries and the delivery of the repeat prescription service. Also, part of the group that implements effective medicine management within the practice, identifying areas for improvement, and initiating and managing change.

Main duties of the job

To provide a medication review and query services to patients via the telephone or face to face clinics as appropriate in the practice.

Ensure data is recorded so that patient care is enhanced (eg coding, reminders) and so that it can be retrieved in a meaningful way to help manage patient care and help with data analysis.

It will be necessary to attend and contribute to various practice meetings as requested.

About us

The Practice serves approximately 31,000 patients from our 4 surgeries in Earley, Lower Earley, Winnersh and Wilderness Road.

Due to our size, we value communication and teamwork. We operate a strongly relational team structure and endeavour to listen well, encourage ownership and involvement and enable staff to grow in their individual development. We, therefore, spend a lot of time investing in team meetings and communication across the organisation. We are a member of Berkshire West Clinical Commissioning Group.

We recently won the HSJ (Health Services Journal) Digital Award for our innovative work we've done to refine our triage processes and model of care.

Other key aspects of the Practice include:

Use of Anima to aid triage/consultation

Strong IT and systems including Emis Web, Accu-Rx, DXS, ANIMA Documents

Longstanding Training Practice with GP Registrars, Physician Assistants trainees and others

Opportunities for clinical leadership and development

Specialist gynaecological, dermatology and physio services on site

Our own Primary Care Network, serving 31,000 patients

High Achieving QOF and highly successful PCN

Job summary

Unfortunately this role does not attract sponsorship under current government legislation, therefore if you require a certificate of sponsorship to support a visa application, we will be unable to proceed with your application.

Please note that previous unsuccessful candidates need not apply

We are looking to recruit a Facilities Assistant (Domestic) to work at Fairfield General Hospital

Hours of work - 14.30 - 20.00 = 5 hours per day = 25 hours per week - Monday - Friday

The postholder will be a member of the Trust's Facilities team and will provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust (PCFT). The Facilities Assistant (Domestic) will work across the Trust's in-patient and/or community settings as assigned, which may include working on wards, clinics or admin areas.

Main duties of the job

The Facilities Assistant (Domestic) is responsible for general cleaning duties at PCFT. Cleaning duties will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary and administration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule, policy, procedures and standards The Facilities Assistant (Domestic) must:

• Carry out tasks in line with Trust policy, national cleaning standards and local instruction.
• Ensure that infection control, COSHH and health and safety procedures are always followed, including:
• Follow the cleaning schedules that have been provided for each area to ensure the areas achieve the required levels of cleanliness at all times.
• Report any incidents or near misses as per Trust policy.
• Ensure that cleaning equipment and machinery is stored correctly and left in a clean condition and to report any defects to the supervisor.
• Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines
• To undertake any other reasonable duty, which is appropriate to the band, when requested by Senior Staff.
• To be familiar with and comply with all Trust policies & procedures
• Attend mandatory training and other training as required. Mandatory training includes fire safety training, moving and handling training and infection control training. This may include training online using a mobile phone or computer.
• Work as part of the team to ensure cleaning tasks are completed in all areas.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required by the supervisors.

About us

The postholder will be joining the facilities team which is within the Capital Investment and Estates Services department at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust.

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Job summary

Unfortunately this role does not attract sponsorship under current government legislation, therefore if you require a certificate of sponsorship to support a visa application, we will be unable to proceed with your application.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREVIOUS UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

We are looking to recruit a full time 22.5 hours Facilities Assistant (Domestic) to work at Birch Hill Hospital, Rochdale.

The post holder will be a member of the Trust's Facilities team and will provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust (PCFT). The Facilities Assistant (Domestic Relief) will work across the Trust's in-patient and/or community settings as assigned, which may include working on wards, clinics or admin areas.

Main duties of the job

The Facilities Assistant is responsible for general cleaning duties at PCFT. Cleaning duties will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary and administration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule, policy, procedures and standards The Facilities Assistant (Domestic Relief) must:

• Carry out tasks in line with Trust policy, national cleaning standards and local instruction.
• Ensure that infection control, COSHH and health and safety procedures are always followed, including:
• Follow the cleaning schedules that have been provided for each area to ensure the areas achieve the required levels of cleanliness at all times.
• Report any incidents or near misses as per Trust policy.
• Ensure that cleaning equipment and machinery is stored correctly and left in a clean condition and to report any defects to the supervisor.
• Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines
• To undertake any other reasonable duty, which is appropriate to the band, when requested by Senior Staff.
• To be familiar with and comply with all Trust policies & procedures
• Attend mandatory training and other training as required. Mandatory training includes fire safety training, moving and handling training and infection control training. This may include training online using a mobile phone or computer.
• Work as part of the team to ensure cleaning tasks are completed in all areas.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required by the supervisors.

About us

The postholder will be joining the facilities team which is within the Capital Investment and Estates Services department at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust.

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated part time Community Healthcare Assistant to join our community nursing team based in Brundall, Acle Rackheath and Hoveton,

Working in the picturesque North Norfolk area our patch covers a wide area delivering care to patients from Brundall, Blofield, Acle, Wroxham & Hoveton, Rackheath, Ludham & Stalham GP surgeries.

This is a rare and ideal opportunity for career progression and experience within a community setting. The job requires someone to deliver high standards of health care to patients within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community and in clinics, by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating packages of care.

Main duties of the job

A typical day involves:

• Undertaking basic observations including blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose monitoring, pulse and respiration rates.
• Supporting administration of insulin for diabetic patients.
• Undertaking basic wound care, including dressing changes and simple wound assessment.
• Provision of basic pressure relieving equipment and pressure ulcer risk assessment and advice.
• Venepuncture
• Simple catheter care
• Ability to organise your day, adopt flexibility to different patient needs and that of the service.

The ability to work as part of the team and to have a flexible approach to work is essential. There is clear competency and training programme in place to support you to obtain the skills required for this role. The service operates between 8.00am - 6.00pm, seven days a week, and you will be required to work shifts between these times .

About us

Achieving 'Outstanding' from CQC is a testament to the forward progressive nature of the Trust and our commitment to delivering high quality care in sometimes challenging environments.

The service offers a commitment to ongoing personal development and offers a supportive, friendly network of colleagues.

North Norfolk offers beautiful countryside, beaches and many towns and buildings of historic interest, as well as being within close proximity to the city of Norwich which offers many cultural and leisure amenities.

If this post excites you, and you are looking to improve your quality of life working in rural Norfolk as part of this developing role and workforce we look forward to your application.

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

839-8358104-GP

Job locations

NN4 Community Nursing team

Magna Medical Centre, 1 Magna Way

Norwich

NR13 5SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

An ambition for NCH&C is to create a culture that embraces flexibility in working within a 24/7 service wherever possible, and providing the tools to support this. Therefore if you are interested in a role though would need a flexible working pattern please don't let that put you off applying - we are really wanting to support all applicants and meet their needs taking into consider their work life balance.

Please see attached job description for full list of responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities An ambition for NCH&C is to create a culture that embraces flexibility in working within a 24/7 service wherever possible, and providing the tools to support this. Therefore if you are interested in a role though would need a flexible working pattern please don't let that put you off applying - we are really wanting to support all applicants and meet their needs taking into consider their work life balance. Please see attached job description for full list of responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge or experience
• Good general education

Desirable

• oNVQ3
• oExperience of working within a care setting

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated and able to provide high standards of care
• Tact and diplomacy showing empathy and sensitivity with ability to use own initiative
• Good observational and reporting skills with ability to manage stressful situations
• A team Player who can work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs with good basic IT/standard keyboard skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environments
• Ability to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Able to drive and have access to a vehicle to use for work purposes

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge or experience Good general education Desirable oNVQ3 oExperience of working within a care setting Knowledge, Skills and Ability Essential Good communication skills Good interpersonal skills Highly motivated and able to provide high standards of care Tact and diplomacy showing empathy and sensitivity with ability to use own initiative Good observational and reporting skills with ability to manage stressful situations A team Player who can work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs with good basic IT/standard keyboard skills Personal Qualities Essential Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environments Ability to manoeuvre patients using handling aids Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg Able to drive and have access to a vehicle to use for work purposes

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

NN4 Community Nursing team

Magna Medical Centre, 1 Magna Way

Norwich

NR13 5SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

NN4 Community Nursing team

Magna Medical Centre, 1 Magna Way

Norwich

NR13 5SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Unfortunately this role does not attract sponsorship under current government legislation, therefore if you require a certificate of sponsorship to support a visa application, we will be unable to proceed with your application.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREVIOUS UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

We are looking to recruit a full time 25 hours Facilities Assistants (Domestic) to work at Stansfield Place , Rochdale.

The post holder will be a member of the Trust's Facilities team and will provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust (PCFT). The Facilities Assistant (Domestic Relief) will work across the Trust's in-patient and/or community settings as assigned, which may include working on wards, clinics or admin areas.

Main duties of the job

The Facilities Assistant (Domestic Relief) is responsible for general cleaning duties at PCFT. Cleaning duties will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary and administration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule, policy, procedures and standards The Facilities Assistant (Domestic Relief) must:

• Carry out tasks in line with Trust policy, national cleaning standards and local instruction.
• Ensure that infection control, COSHH and health and safety procedures are always followed, including:
• Follow the cleaning schedules that have been provided for each area to ensure the areas achieve the required levels of cleanliness at all times.
• Report any incidents or near misses as per Trust policy.
• Ensure that cleaning equipment and machinery is stored correctly and left in a clean condition and to report any defects to the supervisor.
• Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines
• To undertake any other reasonable duty, which is appropriate to the band, when requested by Senior Staff.
• To be familiar with and comply with all Trust policies & procedures
• Attend mandatory training and other training as required. Mandatory training includes fire safety training, moving and handling training and infection control training. This may include training online using a mobile phone or computer.
• Work as part of the team to ensure cleaning tasks are completed in all areas.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required by the supervisors.

About us

The postholder will be joining the facilities team which is within the Capital Investment and Estates Services department at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust.

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Job summary

The Dental Postgraduate Department and Dental Workforce Dean are responsible for the delivery of continuing professional development education programmes for all qualified dentists and Dental Care Professionals (nurses, hygienists and technicians) in the South West to support continued registration with the GDC; and for the commissioning, delivery and quality management of postgraduate training programmes for dentists undertaking foundation, core and specialty training programmes.

The role is key to the regional approach to improving dental services for the population of the region through support and delivery of the dental workforce.

Responsibilities currently cover the NHSE South West geography.

Main duties of the job

Local work will focus firmly upon improvement and the quality of patient and learner safety and experience, and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. In fulfilling the remit of Postgraduate Dental Dean, the post holder will be accountable for the range of responsibilities that underpin the planning/delivery of dental education and training aligned with national policies.

The Dental Dean will work as a member of the WTE Regional Senior Clinical Leadership Team providing expert advice on dental matters at regional level.

They will ensure delivery of the dental aspects of the WTE mandate and national dental workforce strategy through local initiatives and programmes and provide leadership and direction with respect to the quality of dental education and training of the healthcare workforce.

About us

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:

• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

If you are successful at interview, we will run an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR). This transfer gathers valuable information from a previous or current NHS employer to support the onboarding process, including; statutory and mandatory competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You will have the opportunity throughout the recruitment process to inform us if you do not consent.

Job summary

Why might this job interest you? As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for contributing to the planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy services within your designated team, including leading specific service development projects.

Main duties of the job

You will be managing service improvements and supporting the ongoing development and maintenance of the Trusts Occupational Therapy Service. You will be responsible for providing leadership through staff supervision, training, appraisal and service development initiatives, as well as supervising and line managing junior staff and supporting occupational therapy students throughout their practice placements.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job summary

We are pleased to be able to offer a band 6 Physiotherapist role working in the West Berkshire area. We are a community team covering from Lambourn to Tilehurst. We are an integrated team including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Therapy assistants, and admin support. The service supports multiple pathways including Community Reablement, Falls and Community Physiotherapy. This is an exciting time to join BHFT, as we develop services to work in an integrated way within the community in West Berkshire and across Berkshire West.

The successful candidate will be required to provide/ willing to develop skills in providing high quality, responsive services working as an integral member of the team. You will also work closely with social services and voluntary organization for adults with a wide range of physical impairments and mental health conditions.

The successful candidate will work autonomously under the guidance of senior clinicians (as required) having a clinical responsibility for a designated caseload.

Main duties of the job

• Support hospital discharge referrals to promote the independence of service users on the caseload and identify any long-term needs.

• Support falls pathway completing environment and clinical assessments to reduce risk of service users from falls within their homes

• Provision of equipment to promote independence and safety.

• Hold a caseload and work autonomously

• Work flexibly to ensure urgent referrals are adequately managed

• Supporting colleagues in the delivery of compassionate, safe and structured care

• Plan and provide treatment in collaboration with others as appropriate

• Provide guidance and appropriate delegation to therapy assistants in the team

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

This Band 4 role supports Private Patient Services by ensuring private and non-NHS patient activity is billed accurately and promptly, helping the Trust recover income that can be reinvested into NHS services. The post focuses on reviewing records, applying tariffs and contractual rules, resolving billing queries, and supporting cash collection, rather than accounting or financial reporting.

Main duties of the job

The role involves producing accurate invoices for private and non-NHS patient activity, aligning the clinical records with the tariffs and contractual rules before invoicing. You will also be involved in investigating discrepancies and helping to resolve billing and payment queries with patients, insurers and internal teams. It also includes maintaining accurate records, supporting credit control and debt recovery where required, and acting as a key contact for billing-related queries while contributing to team knowledge and process support.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

Job summary

If you're looking for a job in the NHS in Norfolk, EEC is an excellent choice.

The North Urgent Community Response Team (UCR) is a service which works 7-days a week offering a range of nursing and therapy services across North Norfolk. These include Admission Avoidance, Discharge to Assess (offering rehabilitation after hospital discharge) and End of Life care. We are looking for an experienced therapy assistant practitioner or therapy assistant who is looking for a new experience in an exciting team. We can support with professional development and personal growth within this community setting.

North UCR is Multi-disciplinary team of Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Community Assistant Practitioners and Healthcare Assistants. We are an adaptable team looking for motivated and caring people to join the service. We are an evolving service providing frontline community care to patients in their own home.

Main duties of the job

• To assist in the delivery of high standards of safe, person centred health care to patients within their own places of residence, by following prescribed care pathways over a 12 hour period.
• You will be fully supported by the wider Urgent Community Response (UCR) Team with all aspects of the planning and delivering of care for this complex group of patients.
• This is a 7 day a week service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery, 8am-8pm, 365 days a year.
• Contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
• Prevent unnecessary admission to hospital and support early discharge form hospital working as part of an MDT.

About us

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Find out more about working for our organisation here:

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Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health & Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

839-8343030-PG

Job locations

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As part of the Urgent Community Response Team, you will be required to:

Contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to support early discharge from hospital. Work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

Clinical

The post holder will:1. Assess patients with straight forward requirements based on predetermined department protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinical areas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Work generically applying competency based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditions under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, following a prescribed treatment pathway.4. Observe patients carrying out daily activities in their own homes as well as giving advice on equipment or methods they may use to make these tasks easier.5. Assist the patient with personal care as appropriate.6. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying a qualified practitioner accordingly.7. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpected changes.8. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.9. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and report findings to a qualified practitioner.10.Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients, and ensure these are documented on SystmOne.11.Ensure that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.12.Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.13.Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and carers, incorporating motivation, encouragement and confidence building to enable patients to engage in their treatment/care/rehabilitation and management plan.14.Liaise with the wider Urgent Community Response (UCR) Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) and communicate with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionals and the voluntary sector as required to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately.15.Participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.16.Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.17.Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.18.Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g. taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers, passive exercises.19.Be responsible for ensuring equipment is prescribed and used safely, following appropriate training, and that it is maintained appropriately.20.Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.21.Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner.22.Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent as appropriate following department policy.23.Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialist equipment and general house keeping tasks.24.Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones, arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25.Be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26.Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills.

Professional

The post holder will:1. Attend and contribute to staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings plus other meetings where appropriate.2. Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in, training sessions, courses and reflective practice as required to develop current job role.3. Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as required.4. Be required to demonstrate own duties to students, new starters and/or less experienced staff; and be involved in induction programmes for new staff / students as required.5. Be aware of limitations of own scope of practice, and when to involve a more senior practitioner, both in daily practice and in emergency situations.6. Acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.7. Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management, and apply to work situation.8. Provide peer support to other practitioners, demonstrating leadership skills as required.9. Identify and explore own contribution to team working, and reflect on own practice.10.Actively contribute to the working of the team and express ideas on improving services for users and the team.

Job description Job responsibilities As part of the Urgent Community Response Team, you will be required to: Contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to support early discharge from hospital. Work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users. Clinical The post holder will:1. Assess patients with straight forward requirements based on predetermined department protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinical areas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Work generically applying competency based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditions under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, following a prescribed treatment pathway.4. Observe patients carrying out daily activities in their own homes as well as giving advice on equipment or methods they may use to make these tasks easier.5. Assist the patient with personal care as appropriate.6. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying a qualified practitioner accordingly.7. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpected changes.8. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.9. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and report findings to a qualified practitioner.10.Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients, and ensure these are documented on SystmOne.11.Ensure that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.12.Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.13.Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and carers, incorporating motivation, encouragement and confidence building to enable patients to engage in their treatment/care/rehabilitation and management plan.14.Liaise with the wider Urgent Community Response (UCR) Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) and communicate with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionals and the voluntary sector as required to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately.15.Participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.16.Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.17.Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.18.Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g. taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers, passive exercises.19.Be responsible for ensuring equipment is prescribed and used safely, following appropriate training, and that it is maintained appropriately.20.Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.21.Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner.22.Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent as appropriate following department policy.23.Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialist equipment and general house keeping tasks.24.Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones, arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25.Be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26.Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills. Professional The post holder will:1. Attend and contribute to staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings plus other meetings where appropriate.2. Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in, training sessions, courses and reflective practice as required to develop current job role.3. Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as required.4. Be required to demonstrate own duties to students, new starters and/or less experienced staff; and be involved in induction programmes for new staff / students as required.5. Be aware of limitations of own scope of practice, and when to involve a more senior practitioner, both in daily practice and in emergency situations.6. Acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.7. Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management, and apply to work situation.8. Provide peer support to other practitioners, demonstrating leadership skills as required.9. Identify and explore own contribution to team working, and reflect on own practice.10.Actively contribute to the working of the team and express ideas on improving services for users and the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Essential

• Experience of a higher level of skills and knowledge of practice.
• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• A team player
• Highly motivated
• Able to provide high standard of care
• Tact and diplomacy
• Empathy and sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Good observational skills and reporting skills
• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Leadership skills
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs

Desirable

• Experience of working within a community care setting
• Knowledge of SystmOne

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional appearance
• Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and worked in cramp environments
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Be reliable

Other

Essential

• The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations as necessary. Some roles require additional level of checks as part of the employment process i.e. roles which come into contact with children, vulnerable adults or their families.
• Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as requried.
• This is a 7 day service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery. 8am-8pm

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent knowledge and experience Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience Knowledge, Skills and Ability Essential Experience of a higher level of skills and knowledge of practice. Experience of working in a health or social care setting Good communication skills Good interpersonal skills A team player Highly motivated Able to provide high standard of care Tact and diplomacy Empathy and sensitivity Ability to use own initiative Good observational skills and reporting skills Ability to manage stressful situations Leadership skills Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs Desirable Experience of working within a community care setting Knowledge of SystmOne Personal Qualities Essential Professional appearance Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and worked in cramp environments Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg Manoeuvre patients using handling aids Be reliable Other Essential The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations as necessary. Some roles require additional level of checks as part of the employment process i.e. roles which come into contact with children, vulnerable adults or their families. Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as requried. This is a 7 day service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery. 8am-8pm

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

South Leicestershire Medical Group are looking for an experienced nursing associate to join our team. We are a friendly, supportive, and forward thinking partnership committed to delivering high-quality primary care to our local community. Our team includes GP's, ANP's clinical pharmacists, HCAs and a dedicated patient services, admin and secretary team who work collaboratively to provide outstanding patient care. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate nursing associate to join our multidisciplinary team.

What we can offer?

- Full time/part time hours available

- Competitive salary

- Annual leave increasing with long term service

- NHS pension

- NHS Blue Light Discount

- Salary Sacrifice Scheme (T&C's apply)

- Mental Health first aiders

- Access to NHS employee mental health support

- Guest speakers at Protected Learning Time meetings

- Continued personal and career development opportunities

- Free tea & coffee

- Summer and Christmas social events

- Free on-site parking

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality nursing care, including treatment room services such as wound management, immunisations, cervical screening and health checks. Supporting long-term condition management, asthma, COPD, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases. Provide health promotion, lifestyle advise and disease prevention information. Work autonomously within the clinical team to assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Maintain accurate, up to date clinical records and contribute to practice targets, quality frameworks and patient safety processes.

About us

South Leicestershire Medical Group is a dynamic, progressive, and supportive place to work and are proud of our clinical care and innovation. We currently have a diverse clinical team supported by a progressive administrative structure, caring for a total of 25,000 patients over six sites in the South of Leicestershire, covering Market Harborough, Fleckney and Great Glen.

Why join us?

• Great location easily accessible from Leicester and surrounding areas, with the added benefit of working in a semi-rural community.
• Recognised training practice
• Research, as one of the only few Level 4 NIHR research practices nationally, we're at the forefront of primary care research.
• Well-being, focused culture. We value and actively support staff wellbeing and promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Innovation by nature, we invest in cutting-edge technologies and systems to enable flexible, efficient working including Rapid Health, GP Autopilot, Abtrace and Health-tech1.
• Strong development support, we offer a wide range of opportunities for clinical development, additional training and career progression.

Job summary

Are you passionate about helping young people with mental health problems? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop and share your skills and knowledge in mental health? If you answer yes to these questions, then Wakefield Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is the place for you!

We are looking for an experienced and confident Mental Health Practitioner who is able to work within a busy team. You must have significant and demonstrable experience of working with young people and their families, who can often present with a range of complex mental health needs. You will manage your own caseload, providing a range of high-quality care appropriate to the young persons needs which will include risk assessment and management, consultation and evidence-based interventions.

You must have a comprehensive range of skills and knowledge to deliver clinical aspects of the role in order to be able to provide a range of appropriate clinical interventions and assessment and be competent to do this work as an autonomous practitioner within professional practice guidelines and a structured supervision framework.

Please get in touch with Katie Race (Team Manager) if you would like to know more about the role.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health Practitioner in The Core Team within Wakefield CAMHS, the main duties would be as follows:

- Hold and manage a caseload independently.

- Provide thorough risk assessments and care planning.

- Provide therapeutic intervention through both 1:1 work and group work with young people in the locality.

- Provide urgent assessments when required.

- Work in a trauma-informed way.

- Work with other agencies; schools, social care etc.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a for a highly motivated Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our inpatient acute services in St Helens.

Peasley Cross Hospital includes 2 acute inpatient wards, 1 male and 1 female ward (Iris ward and Taylor ward).

The post holder will be required to undertake holistic multi-factorial evidence-based assessments, in a clinic setting. They will provide the MDT and their patients with Specialist OT knowledge to be be able to identify and reduce falls risks on the ward through the use of equipment, adaptations and education ensuring that the needs and safety of their patients are met.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to effectively manage a caseload of patient's comorbidities as an autonomous practitioner, using evidence based/ patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions of the patient group. The post holder will provide leadership for junior staff when appropriate, through supervision and appraisal.

The post holder take a holistic approach in the assessment and treatment of service users / patients, being responsible for the provision of appropriate, high quality care to a defined caseload which may be of a complex nature, using the appropriate model of care and evidenced based practice.

Work in partnership with other professionals to enable patients / clients to be maintained in an appropriate environment, thus avoiding hospital admission.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) is a busy unit that cares for clinical level 2 patients.

The main duties of the Nursing Assistant on the ward will involve caring for patients ensuring standards of care are met. This includes assisting patients with all activities of daily living , washing and dressing, promoting independence, assisting with meals ensuring adequate oral intake and general ward duties.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.

Main duties of the job

• The Nursing Assistant role will assist the qualified nurse to give a high standard of care to the patients on the ward.
• Ensuring high standards of care are delivered and met on each shift.
• Working closely with the Multi Disciplinary Team and clear and concise documentation.

About us

We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, covering one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country. Leading in innovation and quality - opening a state of the art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. Do you want to work in one of the best performing NHS organisations in England? Work in an organisation that supports its staff and focuses on staff experience as much as it does the experience of its patients? You can live and breathe in an area that has the cleanest air, cost effective living, great nightlife, some of the best schools with a wealth of history available on your doorstep. Sound too good to be true? Well it isn't, this is what you get when you work for Northumbria Healthcare, this is the Northumbria Way! Please read 'applicant guidance notes' before submitting your application.

Job summary

Working across the NPC North Northumberland practices, the post holder will support services at Amble, Broomhill, Widdrington and Rothbury Surgeries, with their primary base being Amble and Broomhill.

The Pharmacy Technician will coordinate Medicines Hub activities, ensuring the delivery and maintenance of high-quality patient care, effective teamwork, and strong collaboration with both clinical and managerial colleagues. The role will support the ongoing development of pharmacy services and contribute to the safe and efficient management of medicines across the practices.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.

Main duties of the job

The role will contribute to the efficient and effective delivery of medicines to patients e.g. medicines supply, actioning of discharge summary medication changes, liaising with care homes regarding prescription queries and supporting the organisation move towards online prescription services. An understanding of primary care operations and use of SystmOne would be an advantage but is not essential.

About us

Northumbria Primary Care Ltd (NPC) is a pioneering partnership with local GPs and now manages several GP practices with around 130,000 registered patients in Northumberland and North Tyneside.

Appointees will have a nominated base site within NPC as we appreciate continuity and teamwork is vital to effective primary care. As a large multi-site organisation we benefit from offering cross site support and the opportunity to work flexibly across our practices. We also offer evening and weekend working which further enhances flexible working opportunities. Please note that NPC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Make sure to read the 'applicant guidance notes' before submitting your application and make sure you know everything there is to know before applying to join our fantastic organisation.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a friendly, professional Nursing Assistant to work under the supervision of a qualified nurse and assist in the implementation of patient care both direct and non direct.

The position will be based across NPC Ponteland practice. The successful candidate will be providing a high level of patient care to patients of NPC.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to theclosing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.

Main duties of the job

• To work under the supervision of a qualified nurse and assist in the implementation of patient care both direct and non direct.

About us

Northumbria Primary Care Ltd (NPC) is a pioneering partnership with local GP's and now manages several GP practices with around 112,000 registered patients in Northumberland and North Tyneside.

Whilst appointees will have a base practice in NPC, the may be asked to work at other practices across our group. We do however limit this as much as possible as we appreciate continuity is vital at effective primary care.

Make sure to read the 'applicant guidance notes' before submitting your application and make sure you know everything there is to know before applying to join our fantastic organisation.

Job summary

Opportunities have arisen for a well-motivated individual to join our busy team. The successful post holder will be required to undertake a range of duties including clerical and direct care activities under the direct supervision of a registered member of the endoscopy team.

In pursuing these duties the post holder will ensure compliance with the NHS Constitution.

Recruiting motivated, capable and committed staff is the key to us maintaining our high standards of quality, safety and patient experience. As a Trust we:

o provide excellent training and developmento are committed to education and practice developmento encourage and support career development and internal promotiono offer a range of support and benefits for staff in recognition of the high quality service providedo run a successful reward and recognition scheme

Main duties of the job

o Work as a flexible Band 3 Health Care Support Worker in full support of the endoscopy team. Completing the competency endoscopy booklet with a sign off mentor.

o Ensure all documentation is completed accurately, legibly and that confidentiality is maintained at all times.o Perform endoscopy department work in accordance with trust agreed policies and procedures.

o Ensure maintenance of good working relationships, communication and teamwork with all disciplines within the endoscopy department and wards/departments within the hospital.

o Ensure the safe and effective handover of care delivered within the patient's journey to relevant practitioners.

o Adhere to all Trust, Directorate and Departmental policies and procedures.

About us

We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:

• Cycle to Work
• Travel Scheme
• Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
• Onsite Nursery
• Buying and Selling Annual Leave
• Car Leasing
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Health and Wellbeing
• Extensive Reward Scheme
• Counselling Service
• Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
• Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.

Our values:

We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:

• Committed to Quality of Care
• Compassion
• Working together for patients
• Improving Lives
• Everyone Counts
• Respect and Dignity

Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.

This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.

If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation

Job summary

Band 5 Full Time (37.5 hours per week) | Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI) Base | Cross-Bay Working

Are you passionate about tackling health inequalities and helping people live healthier lives?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Treating Tobacco Dependency Lead (Band 5) to lead and develop UHMBT's Stop Smoking Service.

Based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary with cross-bay working, you'll lead a team of practitioners, develop services, support clinical teams and help patients across Morecambe Bay access life-changing tobacco dependency treatment.

If you have strong leadership skills, experience supporting behaviour change, and a drive to improve health outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Help us create a smoke-free future for our patients and communities. Apply today.

Main duties of the job

Lead the Trust's Treating Tobacco Dependency Service, providing operational leadership and support to Stop Smoking Practitioners across UHMBT. Deliver evidence-based smoking cessation interventions, monitor service performance, develop pathways with internal and external partners, support achievement of national and local targets, and drive continuous service improvement to improve patient outcomes and reduce health inequalities.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes ,community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent , improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care , advice and support.

Job summary

Due to the high volume of applications expected for this role, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of candidates have applied.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and compassionate Assistant Psychologist to work within our MHTR Team in West Mercia. As the service operates across the West Mercia geographical footprint, the successful candidate will be expected to travel to a range of bases, including Shrewsbury, Telford, Hereford, Kidderminster, Worcester, and Redditch. While travel across the region will be required, this post will primarily focus on supporting services within the Herefordshire and Worcestershire areas.

If you are seeking a new challenge, and have a keen interest in the criminal justice services, we encourage you to apply and join our supportive and welcoming team!The Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) Team are part of MPFT's Health and Justice Service. The MHTR team provide psychological assessments and interventions to people with mental health difficulties who have come into contact with criminal justice services and whose offences may attract a community or suspended sentence order.The team aims to prevent short term custodial sentences and reduce reoffending by improving access to psychological interventions and addressing underlying mental health problems, thereby improving health and social outcomes for the individual and their family.

Main duties of the job

You will:o Be responsible for supporting a Practitioner Psychologist in the development and evaluation of new service delivery models for people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties.o Undertake protocol based psychological assessments of service users including self-report measures, rating scales and semi-structured interviews.o Assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment of a service user's problems, including simple procedures and techniques related to psychological therapies.o Communicate and liaise with other disciplines involved in the service user's care.o Assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users.o Attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.o Provide advice, guidance and support to service users to enhance awareness of their psychological needs.o Prepare assessment/service evaluation reports.o Undertake literature reviews and audits.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-SB-26-8349444

Job locations

Hereford Probation

Goal Street

Hereford

HR1 2HU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the Job Description, main responsibilities and Person Specification to ensure you have the relevant skills for the post, please see the attached documents.As a member of the team you will be responsible for undertaking assessments, formulating service users needs and delivering psychological interventions, under the supervision of a qualified Practitioner Psychologist.An understanding of the needs of people with a diagnosis of personality disorder, mental illness, and/or learning disabilities is needed in this role, with the ability to communicate sensitive information to the patient, carer and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.We are seeking somebody who will confidently develop and support the involvement of service users and carers in all aspects of the Health and Justice Service, from individual care planning to the design and evaluation of the overall service.We look forward to receiving your application. If you have any questions regarding the role, do not hesitate to contact us in advance of submitting your application.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the Job Description, main responsibilities and Person Specification to ensure you have the relevant skills for the post, please see the attached documents.As a member of the team you will be responsible for undertaking assessments, formulating service users needs and delivering psychological interventions, under the supervision of a qualified Practitioner Psychologist.An understanding of the needs of people with a diagnosis of personality disorder, mental illness, and/or learning disabilities is needed in this role, with the ability to communicate sensitive information to the patient, carer and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.We are seeking somebody who will confidently develop and support the involvement of service users and carers in all aspects of the Health and Justice Service, from individual care planning to the design and evaluation of the overall service.We look forward to receiving your application. If you have any questions regarding the role, do not hesitate to contact us in advance of submitting your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• A First or Upper Second class honours degree in psychology or a lower Second class degree with a post-graduate qualification, e.g. Master's degree.
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.

Desirable

• oFurther post graduate training in relevant areas of professional Psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working within a healthcare setting/s, delivering face-to-face care and support to individuals experiencing mental health problems.
• Experience of using psychological assessments, formulations, risk assessments and care planning
• Demonstrable experience of supporting individuals who may become distressed or display aggressive behaviours, with the ability to utilise de-escalation techniques and respond appropriately to maintain safety and therapeutic engagement.

Desirable

• Has experience of working in a hospital, prison or criminal justice setting.
• Experience of working with individuals who have come into contact with the criminal justice system.
• Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist
• oExperience of MDT working and working in/with the voluntary sector

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential A First or Upper Second class honours degree in psychology or a lower Second class degree with a post-graduate qualification, e.g. Master's degree. Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society. Desirable oFurther post graduate training in relevant areas of professional Psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis Experience Essential Significant experience working within a healthcare setting/s, delivering face-to-face care and support to individuals experiencing mental health problems. Experience of using psychological assessments, formulations, risk assessments and care planning Demonstrable experience of supporting individuals who may become distressed or display aggressive behaviours, with the ability to utilise de-escalation techniques and respond appropriately to maintain safety and therapeutic engagement. Desirable Has experience of working in a hospital, prison or criminal justice setting. Experience of working with individuals who have come into contact with the criminal justice system. Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist oExperience of MDT working and working in/with the voluntary sector

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hereford Probation

Goal Street

Hereford

HR1 2HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hereford Probation

Goal Street

Hereford

HR1 2HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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