Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• MSc Audiological Science or equivalent level of knowledge
• Post-MSc professional (specialist) training qualification or equivalent (appropriate for HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist)
• HCPC registration as Clinical Scientist (Audiology) or AHCS registration as Audiologist
• Evidence of CPD and post registration activity through portfolio
• Extended scope skills in Aural Care

Desirable

• Membership of appropriate special interest groups
• Competency to request MRI scans

Experience

Essential

• Extended experience working as a Clinical Specialist Audiologist
• Health and Safety risk awareness
• Understanding of professional ethics/code of conduct and their application in practice
• Knowledge of clinical governance
• Delivering clinical education in area of speciality and to wider audience
• Proven multidisciplinary working
• Audit
• Extensive specialist clinical experience and knowledge in relationship to specialism
• Evidence of recent study in relevant clinical area
• Advanced clinical reasoning skills
• Critical Appraisal Skills
• Evidence of participation in research activity/research skills

Desirable

• Leadership skills
• Presentation skills
• Working in Primary Care
• Isolated working
• Evidence of teaching within post

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Perform wide range of Audiological procedures at advanced level
• Presentation skills and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to process and share highly complex information in a confidential manner
• Conduct professional affairs in a confident, assertive manner, using negotiating / influencing skills whilst maintaining excellent working relationships with all stakeholders
• Actively involved in research and contribution to evidence-based practice
• Excellent computer literacy skills
• Excellent team working skills
• Self-motivated
• Flexible, adaptive and creative
• Use own initiative
• Deal with distressed clients, relatives and staff
• Organise complex information
• Use reflection to enhance practice
• Undertake Manual Handling tasks in line with Health Board policies
• Sustain moderate to high level of physical effort throughout the working day
• Cope with a busy working environment, with periods of interruption throughout the working day
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn

Other

Essential

• Able to work hours flexibly
• Clear vision of role/commitment to speciality and department
• Able to meet the travelling requirements of the post

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Brecon Hospital

Cerrigcochion Road

Brecon

LD3 7NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Client Care

• To provide protocol-based psychological group and individual interventions within inpatient settings under the close supervision of a Practitioner Psychologist.
• To assist the Trauma-Informed Approaches Team in developing clinical, therapeutic and training materials that support trauma-informed care.
• To organise, schedule and co-facilitate training sessions for ward staff, service users and partner agencies.
• To arrange, coordinate and co-facilitate staff support interventions, reflective practice sessions, team formulation meetings and other trauma-informed initiatives designed to improve staff wellbeing and service delivery.

• To contribute to the effective operation of the Trauma-Informed Approaches Inpatient Project Team.
• To work within and promote a psychologically informed and trauma-informed framework across inpatient services.
• To support the delivery of accessible, inclusive and culturally responsive services for diverse local communities.
• To contribute to the development and implementation of trauma-informed care strategies across adult acute inpatient wards throughout the Trust.
• To support project planning, administration, coordination and delivery of trauma-informed care initiatives.

• To implement Trust policies and procedures within own area of responsibility.
• To participate in service user and carer engagement activities that support the planning, development and delivery of trauma-informed inpatient services.
• To contribute to service improvement initiatives that enhance patient experience and the quality of care provided across inpatient settings.

• To take responsibility for the safe and appropriate use of Trust equipment and physical resources.
• To monitor resource requirements and request supplies when necessary to support service delivery.
• To ensure the safe storage and management of equipment, materials and resources used within the service.
• To inform supervising staff when resources require replenishment and assist in maintaining adequate stock levels.

• To support the induction, learning and development of Assistant Psychologists and other staff as appropriate.
• To assist in sharing research findings, service evaluation outcomes and examples of good practice through presentations, reports and publications.
• To organise, schedule and co-facilitate training sessions for Trust staff and partner organisations to support the implementation of trauma-informed care and service improvement initiatives.

• To ensure that all information generated through own work is recorded and stored in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards and local procedures.
• Under supervision, to maintain accurate clinical records, reports and electronic documentation in line with professional and organisational requirements.
• To maintain databases, accurately record data and assist in the production of reports and service information.

• To support the design, implementation and evaluation of audit, research and service development projects that promote trauma-informed care across inpatient services.
• To undertake data collection, analysis and reporting using appropriate IT and statistical software.
• To conduct literature reviews and evidence searches to support the development of evidence-based trauma-informed practice.
• To assist with surveys, consultation exercises and feedback activities involving staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders, helping to inform service development and improvement.
• To identify and share examples of effective trauma-informed practice from other organisations to support innovation within the Trust.

• To receive regular clinical and professional supervision in accordance with professional and Trust requirements.
• To broaden knowledge and experience of psychology practice within NHS services.
• To maintain and develop the competencies required to undertake the duties of the role effectively.
• To participate in training, learning and continuing professional development opportunities agreed with the supervising psychologist and manager.

• To travel across Trust sites and other locations as required.
• To maintain awareness of risks associated with inpatient environments and follow Trust policies regarding the management of challenging behaviour and other clinical risks.
• To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations and support colleagues and service users when required.
• To work flexibly in line with service needs, including participation in evening clinics or Saturday working where agreed within the overall job plan.

Please refer to the attached job description for detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A First-class or Upper-second-class Bachelors degree with Honours in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society

Desirable

• Any other qualification demonstrating skills or knowledge in applied psychology

Experience

Essential

• Sufficient post-graduate experience of psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs in at least one client group to be able to work clinically with close direct supervision.
• Experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities.
• Post-graduate experience of conducting research projects or audits

Desirable

• Specific experience of inpatient services and / or trauma-informed care

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Graduate level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis
• Good theoretical knowledge of the problems experienced by and needs of at least one client group and of methods of assessment and treatment
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex, information to clients, families and colleagues
• Skills in providing supporting teaching and training provided by psychologists or others to other professional groups
• Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data

Desirable

• Ability to speak locally relevant languages

Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, participating in effective team functioning and holding team roles
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information to people who may have impediments to understanding
• Ability to manage occasional emotionally stressful situations such as working with victims of abuse or trauma, or with people who engage in severe self-harming or aggressive behaviour

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Maudsley Hospital

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role:

As a Physiotherapist within the Offender Health setting, you will provide advanced assessment and treatment to patients with complex and chronic conditions. You will work as an autonomous practitioner, determining clinical diagnoses and treatment plans, while ensuring high standards of care and maintaining clinical records.

Your Day to Day:

• Manage a clinical caseload, including offender health and potential private/staff patients.
• Develop and expand business opportunities within the service.
• Work within contract-specific KPIs and report statistics to Senior Management.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, policies, and clinical governance.
• Liaise regularly with Senior Management and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Manage the delivery of physiotherapy services across multiple locations, if required.
• Maintain and report on clinical incidents, complaints, and compliments.
• Participate in monthly feedback and meetings with Senior Management.

Qualifications, Experience & Training:

• Essential:
  • HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
  • A minimum of two years experience as a Physiotherapist with exposure to rotational roles in respiratory, MSK, and Neuro.
  • Experience in independent working and lone working.
  • Energetic and proactive, with the ability to work flexibly within a prison clinical setting.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong time management and organisational skills.
  • Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Desirable:
  • Postgraduate qualification such as MSc.
  • Experience working in a secure setting.
  • Postgraduate qualification in Microsoft Office.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist. A minimum of two years experience as a Physiotherapist with exposure to rotational roles in respiratory, MSK, and Neuro.
• Postgraduate qualification such as MSc.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in independent working and lone working. Energetic and proactive, with the ability to work flexibly within a prison clinical setting. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Strong time management and organisational skills. Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Experience working in a secure setting. Postgraduate qualification in Microsoft Office.

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

Partnering Health Ltd

Address

H M Prison

The Verne

Portland

Dorset

DT5 1EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)/Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) has been assessed as competent in practice using their advanced clinical knowledge and skills. They work autonomously and part of a team to provide decisions in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients.

ANPs/ACPs in primary care can develop close, long-term relationships with their patients and work in partnership with them to achieve optimum health. They are autonomous in making decisions based on assessment, diagnosis and interpretation of test results. They can independently prescribe appropriate medication, evaluate or refer to other specialists if necessary.

ANPs/ACPs are registered nurses with advanced education and clinical training including non- medical prescribing. They must meet the NMC requirements for advanced practice, which includes the 4 pillars clinical practice, leadership, education and research.

Key Responsibilities:

The following are the core responsibilities of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

• Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
• Provide high-quality and advanced care for patients of all ages with a range of conditions, including acute and chronic illnesses. They perform physical exams, take medical histories, and order diagnostic tests. They also develop and implement care plans, prescribe medications, and manage ongoing care via face to face, video or telephone consultations.
• Make clinical decisions based on diagnostic results and adjust treatment plans as needed. They must demonstrate safe clinical decision-making and expert care. And work within own scope of practice.
• Work with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide patient-centered care. Provide clinical triage of patients to appropriate services and healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and their families about healthy lifestyle choices, disease prevention and self-management techniques.
• Stay up to date with the latest evidence and standards of care through ongoing education and research.
• Mentor less experienced nurses and staff.
• Support the Practices future development and share the Practices values.
• Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions, providing subject matter expert advice
• Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health
• Provide wound care where appropriate
• Provide specialist clinics such as contraception where appropriate
• Undertake the collection of pathological specimens
• Request pathology services as necessary
• Process and interpret pathology and other test results as required
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
• Ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively
• Be responsible for the implementation of an effective immunisation programme
• Chaperone patients where necessary
• Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
• Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
• Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
• Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance
• Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required
• Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with local and regional guidance
• Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.)
• Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
• Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters in accordance with local and national policies
• Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriatelyProvide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Secondary Key Responsibilities:

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner may be requested to:

• Act as the audit lead, effectively utilising the audit cycle
• Act as the IPC lead for the practice, ensuring compliance, undertaking audit as necessary
• Monitor and ensure the safe storage, rotation and disposal of medicaments
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
• Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation
• Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate
• Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)
• Develop practice administrative and clinical protocols in line with the needs of the patient and current legislation

Note: The responsibilities of this role will normally include all duties described in this job description and any additional or different duties, which the employer may require from time to time.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of practice within the four pillars
• Job plan that demonstrates advanced nursing practice and has equity with peers working at this level
• Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
• Travel medicine
• Understand the importance of evidence-based practice
• Broad knowledge of clinical governance
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of an ANP
• Clinical knowledge and skills including:
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• New patient medicals
• Chaperone procedure
• Requesting and processing pathology tests
• Advising patients accordingly
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Asthma
• Spirometry
• CHD
• Immunisations (routine and childhood)
• Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)

Desirable

• Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Awareness of issues within the wider health arena

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Masters degree required for qualification post December 2020 refer to RCN Credentialing for Advanced Level of Nursing Practice or Post graduate diploma or degree for Advanced Practice Qualification up to December 2020
• Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber on the NMC register
• Meets NMC revalidation requirements in accordance with the NMC Revalidation booklet
• Meets the standards for registered ANP working at advanced level
• Minor illness qualification

Desirable

• Qualified triage nurse
• Teaching qualification
• ALS and PALS

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GPs
• Polite and confident, flexible and cooperative
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations as well as ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations

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

Norfolk Primary Care C.I.C.

Address

Millwood Surgery

Mill Lane

Bradwell

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 8HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached document entitled "Candidate Job Pack"

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or Equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
• Current HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Leadership Qualification
• Post graduate Clinical Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in Interventional Radiology in the NHS.
• Experience in leading a team
• Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience in an extended role e.g. Staff side engagement.
• Experience in the design and installation of an Interventional Radiology suite

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge of IRMER and IRR
• Mentorship and training experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of legislation relating to management of a team
• Experience in risk management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE pass (A-C) in English, Mathematics and a Science subject
• Demonstrated understanding of the principle of GMP and QA in a manufacturing environment

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a hospital environment
• Previous experience of working in a laboratory

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrated good manual dexterity to undertake fine and accurate manipulative work
• Demonstrated ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time
• Demonstrated computer skills including email, word processing
• Understands the importance of hygiene standards in the preparation of medicines

Desirable

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to sit or stand in a restricted position at a work station such as a bench, laminar flow cabinet, isolator for periods of working time
• Ability to work in areas requiring specialist clothing to be worn such as a cleanroom

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing leadership for Pre-Assessment and Day Unit services across the Trust.

Lead the transformation and optimisation of perioperative pathways to improve patient experience, efficiency and clinical outcomes.

Drive the development of innovative models of care that support elective recovery and national best practice standards.

Ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective care through robust governance, quality improvement and risk management processes.

Lead workforce planning, staff development and succession planning to build resilient, skilled and engaged teams.

Work collaboratively with surgical, anaesthetic, operational and corporate colleagues to improve patient flow and maximise theatre utilisation.

Support the implementation of digital solutions and service redesign initiatives to enhance patient pathways.

Monitor performance against key quality, safety, activity and financial targets.

Act as a role model for compassionate leadership and foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Person Specification

Qaulification and Training

Essential

• Registered Healthcare Professional with relevant Professional body 1st Level Nurse/ NMC with significant experience in Nursing.
• Registered Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with significant experience in theatre leadership.
• Master's Degree or willingness to complete or relevant experience
• Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice (examples -:non-medical prescribing; mentorship , coaching , clinical expertise, leadership or management)

Desirable

• Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
• PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education

Experience

Essential

• Clinical expertise relevant to the post
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
• Leadership of clinical governance and patient safety
• Achievement of high quality patient care through evidence based practice
• Management of finances within a budget, including delivery of cost improvements
• Management/Clinical Leadership experience
• Experience of successfully leading and implementing change
• Experience in analysing complex problems and implementing workable solutions
• Ability to think and plan strategically, operationally and creatively and to prioritise work programs in the face of competing demands

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
• Highly developed written and verbal skills
• Ability to be intellectually flexible and to look beyond existing structures, ways of working, boundaries and organisations to produce more effective and innovative service delivery and partnerships
• A strong sense of personal and team accountability coupled with a clear understanding of the boundaries around delegated authority

Desirable

• Ability To work om service development projects

Personal Qualities and Skills

Essential

• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
• High level of work organisation, self- motivation, drive for performance and improvement
• Flexibility in approach and attitude Strong sense of commitment to openness, honesty and integrity
• Able to work with staff at all levels across the Trust
• Self-confident, assertive and pro-active
• Attentive to detail and able to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure
• Ability to manage and lead change
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
• Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills
• Highly developed facilitation skills account Trust policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your Day to Day:

• Manage a clinical caseload, including offender health and potential private/staff patients.
• Develop and expand business opportunities within the service.
• Work within contract-specific KPIs and report statistics to Senior Management.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, policies, and clinical governance.
• Liaise regularly with Senior Management and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Manage the delivery of physiotherapy services across multiple locations, if required.
• Maintain and report on clinical incidents, complaints, and compliments.
• Participate in monthly feedback and meetings with Senior Management.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Energetic and proactive, with the ability to work flexibly within a prison clinical setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
• A minimum of two years experience as a Physiotherapist with exposure to rotational roles in respiratory, MSK, and Neuro.
• Experience in independent working and lone working.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification such as MSc.
• Experience working in a secure setting.
• Postgraduate qualification in Microsoft Office.

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

Partnering Health Ltd

Address

H M Young Offender Institution

Grove Road

Portland

Dorset

DT5 1DL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.

To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex orthopaedic, physical and psychological conditions; to provide a provisional diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.

To take responsibility for own caseload being responsible for a defined area of the service, participate in caseload management with other team members, with the support of a Band 7 physiotherapist.

With the team, to participate in evidence-based audit / research activity to further the team's clinical practice..

To make recommendations to the lead Band 7/8 for any changes to practice by the team.

To supervise Therapy Assistants, Junior Physiotherapists and Physiotherapy students in the clinical setting.

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work,

including the management of patients in your care.

To undertake a comprehensive, and holistic, assessment of patients including

those with complex presentations / multi-pathologies.

To use manual and other assessment techniques and clinical reasoning skills to

provide an accurate diagnosis of patients' conditions and identify their problems.

To assess patients' understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed

consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who

lack the capacity to consent to treatment.

To use clinical assessment and reasoning skills combined with a specialist

knowledge and clinical experience of patho-physiology, evidence-based practice

and treatment strategies to provide an effective treatment plan and goals in

collaboration with the patient.

To evaluate patients' progress, re-assess and alter treatment programmes as

required.

To formulate accurate prognoses and liaise with the multi-disciplinary team

regarding discharge planning, where necessary, to ensure safe, timely and effective discharge from hospital and following a community-based episode of care.

To be responsible for the safe and competent use of electrotherapy, manual

handling and respiratory equipment, as well as the use of other aids and appliances by patients in your working area, ensuring that any Band 5 Physiotherapists and assistant staff attain competency prior to use.

To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication skills to communicate

effectively with patients during assessment and treatment. To communicate

appropriately at all times with all individuals in a respectful manner.

To use active listening and optimum communication skills to discuss patients

concerns, worries and prognoses with them and their families, for example patients who have progressive, degenerative or terminal illnesses and those with newly acquired disabilities.

To work within Trust, departmental and CSP guidelines, ensuring a good working knowledge of national and local standards.

When working in the community and domiciliary settings, to work as a lone

practitioner with telephone support from a senior physiotherapist if required.

To maintain an accurate and evaluative record keeping system in accordance with the Trust and departmental policies, and which can be used for audit and legal purposes.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• HCPC Registration
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary
• Relevant post-registration experience
• Ability to organise and manage own caseload.
• Problem solving approach

Experience

Essential

• Broad NHS experience as a qualified therapist
• Experience of working in the MDT
• Experience of liaising with other agencies
• Experience of supervising / teaching other staff
• Knowledge of quality issues, clinical governance and outcome measures.
• Orthopaedic experience - acute or community
• Ability to keep clear, precise records, which meet legal requirements, and in the English language, including ability to write short reports / letters.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Driving licence
• Flexible and adaptable including on-call and weekend working as required
• Able to work as a team member
• Ability to cope with stress and sudden changes in workload

Desirable

• Owns car for work purpose

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Honor Oak Health Centre

Turnham Road

Brockley

SE4 2LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist with general wellbeing; creating a supportive and re- enabling environment promoting maximum independence. The scope of the role will focus on supporting admission avoidance, early supported discharge and promotion of independence and assisting in the effective management of patients with long term conditions and Palliative patients symptom control.

If candidates who are appointed do not hold the Care Certificate, an opportunity to complete will be available

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of caring for patients.
• Experience of working with the multidisciplinary team.
• Worked at a band 2 Health Care Assistant level or equivalent

Desirable

• Experience of support and supervision of junior staff
• Experience of supporting Quality Improvement /audits / research and development activities

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Caring/supportive attitude
• Able to work in a team.
• Able to carry out routine duties, adapt and reprioritise according to patients needs as necessary
• Able to work on own initiative in delivery of patient care,.
• Able to build effective relationships with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.
• Basic computer skills with ability / willingness to develop further IT skills
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care.
• Able to demonstrate a caring, friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate demeanour.
• Professional outlook and positive attitude.
• Able to challenge unacceptable behaviour and escalate issues/ concerns both timely and appropriately

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness and understanding of importance of confidentiality
• Knowledge of Infection Control & Safeguarding processes

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Completed the National Care Certificate, or must complete it within 3 months.
• Working towards or prepared to work towards obtaining an Apprenticeship in Clinical Healthcare.
• Functional skills minimum Level 2 Maths and English or GCSE equivalent or working towards

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

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stockport District Nurses

Woodley health centre

Stockport

SK61ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16

Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility

Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role isunfortunately not eligible for visa sponsorshipunder the UK Health and Care Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting theminimumrequiredskill levelset by UK Visas and Immigration.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have theright to work in the UK

Person Specification

Knowledge and qualifications

Essential

• Mathematics GSCE or equivalent experience
• English GSCE or equivalent experience
• Literate Numerate

Desirable

• To have an understanding of confidentiality
• Understanding of how illness affects individuals and their families/carers

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work without direct supervision and to organise time effectively
• Ability to work independently following verbal and written instruction
• IT skills
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Able to be adaptable and be flexible Personal integrity (reliable, honest and conscientious)Team player
• Demonstrates evidence of good time management Demonstrates good organisational skills
• Evidence of ability to use initiative but aware of own limitations
• Ability to travel independently and efficiently across multiple community sites to meet the operational requirements of the role

Desirable

• Experience of working effectively as part of a team, valuing contributions from team members

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

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingsgate House

Wellington road North

Stockport

SK41LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills,experienceand knowledgerequired. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full personspecification, butoutlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility

Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role isunfortunatelynot eligible for visa sponsorshipunder the UK skilled Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting theminimum salary threshold of £25,000 per annumand/or the requiredskill levelset by UK Visas and Immigration.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have theright to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of G.C.S.E's or equivalent including English Language and Mathematics
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Ability to deal with general public including those with communication/language barriers
• Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate ability to communicate with patient's wide range of personalities including those with impaired communication abilities
• Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade all patients including those with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses
• Demonstrate good organisational skills
• Able to handle sensitive/confidential issues

Desirable

• Previous experience in caring for patients in a hospital or care setting

desirable

Desirable

• Able to clearly document

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

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stamford Unit

Darnton Road

Ashton-under-Lyne

OL6 9RW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Flexible working conversations are welcomed.

Key Responsibilities

To act as an Authorised Pharmacist providing supervision of the Aseptic Unit

To lead on education and training for pharmacists in the Cancer Services team

To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist, Cancer Services in times of absence

To fulfil the role of highly specialist pharmacy practitioner for patients requiring SACT, developing and evaluating pharmaceutical care for patients across the Trust.

Act as a role model for specialist clinical pharmacists, junior medical staff, students and others in the pharmaceutical management of cancer patients, demonstrating advanced skills in drug utilisation review and evaluation.

Deliver outpatient clinics alongside the clinical teams to review and prescribe SACT for CDDFT cancer patients.

Provide highly specialist advice to clinicians on drug treatments for individual patients

Review prescriptions, communicating highly complex drug and therapeutic information to senior clinicians, managers and other professionals in order to influence treatment options and ensure compliance with treatment protocols and avoid errors and side effects. Able to communicate clearly the rationale for advice where this is challenged.

Provide information and highly specialised advice to patients and their carers to support the use of SACT and other medication as required.

Provide advice on pharmaceutical and medicines management aspects to the Cancer Management Team.

Support the review and update of pharmacy and SACT policies, in consultation with relevant colleagues, by interpreting and adapting professional guidance and National Strategy Statements for use within the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent. Relevant post graduate clinical qualification (to at least diploma level). Evidence of CPD and education. Qualified Pharmacist Independent Prescriber or working towards the qualification.

Desirable

• Post graduate Masters qualification in a relevant subject. Post graduate management qualification. Formal qualification in Technical Services

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel independently to the required sites for the delivery of outpatient clinics.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Formal training in Aseptic Services
• Good understanding of current pharmacy / NHS issues Demonstrable chemotherapy expertise and specialist knowledge. Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to the clinical situation Good oral and written communication skills Good presentation skills.
• Able to build good relationships with colleagues and influence the practice and behaviours of others in a positive way. Demonstrable prioritisation, organisational, decision- making, time-management and interpersonal skills. Self-motivation and ability to motivate others.
• Team player
• Desire to develop clinical skills
• Reliable work record

Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate an area of expertise within a field of pharmacy practice Evidence of active contribution to relevant specialist interest groups Record of research and/or audit and/or scholarly publications

Experience

Essential

• Sufficient experience to be able to provide highly developed near-patient clinical pharmacy services.
• Able to work as an autonomous practitioner in all areas of pharmacy practice.
• Experience of developing good multidisciplinary working relationships. Experience of providing directorate pharmacist services e.g. drug cost reports, drug usage reviews, specialist drug information etc. Experience in audit and service development

Desirable

• Experience of managing a team.
• Experience of providing basic HR support. Practice Research experience. Contribution to publications / conference presentations

Statutory Registration

Essential

• Registered as a Practising Pharmacist with the GPhC

Desirable

• Membership of RPS

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Achieving for Children Paediatric Occupational Therapy Service is part of the Integrated Team for Children with Disabilities Service based at the Moor Lane Centre in Chessington. The team provides a service to the Kingston community including early years and children and young people from 0-18. We are launching a new mainstream school universal offer and provide specialist and targeted intervention to special schools and specialist resource provisions to support children and young people who have significant functional difficulties. Team members autonomously manage a mixed caseload with a range of neurological and developmental disabilities. We work closely with MDT colleagues from health, social care and education.

Achieving for Children is going through an exciting period of growth and we plan to rapidly increase Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) referrals to the service and become the service of choice in the area of SEND.

The post holder will manage and lead service delivery in an area of the service. They will provide clinical support, supervision and management support to other therapists and occupational therapy assistants. Planning the service within the specific area of work and taking the lead on providing strategic direction for this specific area are key responsibilities of the role. They will contribute to business development plans as appropriate. The postholder will be responsible for the continuous improvement of the speciality ensuring team knowledge base is current and evidence based. The post holder will carry a complex caseload of children and young people with a wide range of disabilities and will regularly report progress for clinical governance and audit purposes.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable extensive post qualifying clinical experience working in paediatrics.
• Solid knowledge of current evidence based practice in paediatric OT and application in assessment, treatment approaches and evaluating outcomes.
• Significant experience of undertaking complex assessment and treatment with a wide variety of children and young people presenting with significant and complex needs
• Experience of providing clinical supervision and acting as a role model for junior staff.
• Experience of training school staff

Desirable

• Working knowledge of clinical governance and audit including its implementation
• Working knowledge of legislation and its implication for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to children and young people
• Experience of addressing specific equality or diversity issues within your practice with colleagues/service users and taking action to solve them.
• Highly effective communication skills with children, young people and families, teaching and other health professionals, ensuring effective management of the childs complex needs towards agreed goals. This requires skills in persuasion, motivation, gaining consent and trust and being able to explain complex issues in plain language.
• Effective use of negotiation and influencing skills with service users and colleagues who may challenge professional opinions, decisions or obstruct delivery of intervention.

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/BSc/Graduate Diploma/MSc in Occupational Therapy
• Active HCPC registration and documented evidence of CPD (maintained portfolio)
• Additional short specialist courses relevant to paediatrics

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable extensive post qualifying clinical experience working in paediatrics, in particular working with a cohort of with PMLD and complex disability.
• Solid Knowledge of current best practice in paediatric OT and evidence of its application in assessment planning, implementing and evaluating treatment
• Significant experience of undertaking complex assessment and treatment with a wide variety of children and young people presenting with significant and complex needs
• Experience of providing clinical supervision
• Experience of training school staff and acting as a role model for junior staff
• Working knowledge of clinical governance and audit including its implementation
• Working knowledge of legislation and its implication for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to children and young people
• Experience of addressing specific equality or diversity issues within your practice with colleagues/service users and taking action to solve them.
• Highly effective communication skills with children, young people and families, teaching and other health professionals, ensuring participation of all involved in effective management of the childs complex physical, cognitive, perceptual and /or behavioral development needs. This requires skills in persuasion, motivation, gaining consent and trust and being able to explain complex issues in plain language.
• Effective use of negotiation and influencing skills with service users and colleagues who may challenge professional opinions, decisions or obstruct delivery of intervention

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

Achieving For Children

Address

The Moor Lane Centre

Moor Lane

Chessington

Surrey

KT9 2AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept those who need sponsorship to work in this role due to government guideline's

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE grade C or equivalent in key skills level 2 or functional skills level 2 numeracy and literacy
• NVQ/QCF in Health or Health and Social Care Level 2
• Care Certificate

Desirable

• Basic Life Support training (or willingness to undertake).
• Experience working within an Emergency Department, Urgent Treatment Centre or Acute Medical Unit.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of how to respect individuality and diversity of patients, their carers and your colleagues
• Able to prioritise workload and remain calm in a busy, fast-paced clinical environment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of infection prevention and control principles.

Acute Caring Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an acute hospital setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Odstock Road

Salisbury

SP2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

**Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.**

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE General Education or equivalent in 5 subjects including Maths and English to a grade C or equivalent.
• Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Diploma NVQ Care level 3 or equivalent qualification or experience.

Desirable

• All new Healthcare Support Workers across the NHS are required to complete the Care Certificate programme.
• Willingness to undertake further training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with older people
• Experience of care giving
• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Experience with Microsoft office, diary management using outlook or equivalent software.

Desirable

• Experience of working in the community setting
• Experience using electronic clinical records.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build effective relationships and work as part of a multiprofessional team.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Proactive and innovative with a basic understanding of community health care services
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively and manage competing demands.
• Self-management skills-managing time and workload
• Able to follow instructions and work independently without direct supervision
• Ability to assess a situation, identifying any risk or potential problem and act appropriately
• Demonstrate an understanding of what is meant by equal opportunities and able to apply knowledge to their practice
• IT skills
• Be willing to drive across West Hertfordshire, potentially in adverse weather conditions.
• The applicant would need to be able to use a map and SAT NAV to navigate to patient's homes.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Appropriate level of physical fitness to perform the job (as outlined in the job description) with or without adaptations

Desirable

• The application of the Data protection act and the principles patient confidentiality (information governance)
• Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of safeguarding in practice.
• Knowledge of the System One data entry system

Key Attributes

Essential

• Able to provide evidence of where you have demonstrated the Trust's
• Values and Behaviours
• Able to demonstrate excellence in Customer Service
• Able to meet the required IT Skills for the post
• As this is a community-based role, with travel between patient homes, there is a requirement to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Potters Bar Community Hospital

Barnet Road

Potters Bar

EN6 2RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To hold a senior position in the daily operation of the eating disorder service and to support the team in screening referrals, carrying out assessments, developing treatment plans and maintaining a clinical caseload.

2. To manage all referrals accessing the service through our self-referrals portal (both FREED and non-FREED cases), and to continuously review the implementation of the FREED-informed service model and care package, advising the Clinical Lead for Eating Disorders (Adults) on its progress, and identifying any areas for improvement or opportunities for further service development

3. To produce accurate and timely documentation, conduct and manage the maintenance of accurate and timely documentation / records on all service users in line with your Professional Code of Conduct and Trust policy

4. Lead in the continuing development of a high quality service and contribute to local emergency plan, team risk assessment etc. that is underpinned by evidence based practice, care pathways / packages and NICE and DH Guidance

5. Work closely with and assist the Service Lead with development and implementation of operational / clinical policies contributing to the formulation and review of appropriate policies

6. Responsible for the coordination and management of the FREED and Community project in providing a safe, effective and therapeutic clinical service, ensuring the delivery of high quality community mental health care packages.

7. To hold a clinical caseload and to offer evidence based therapies in line with NICE guidelines.

8. To provide clinical supervision and line management for other members of staff such as psychologists, therapists, clinical associates in psychology and peer support workers.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and able to demonstrate eligibility for BPS CPsychol (Chartered Psychologist) Or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) or BPS statement of Equivalence and able to demonstrate eligibility for BPS CPsychol (Chartered Psychologist) Or Accredited training as a CBT Therapist, and Core mental health profession, or a demonstrable working knowledge of NHS values, clinical structures in secondary mental health care, referral pathways, how services are funded and the roles of NHS professionals
• Registration: Full registration with one of: 1. HCPC (Psychologists and Arts Therapists) 2. BABCP 3. UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

Desirable

• Further training or qualifications in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice relevant to the post, eg supervision, therapeutic models used in eating disorder etc

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience of specialist assessment, formulation and treatment of clients experiencing eating disorders.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of care settings, including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the treat of physical abuse.
• Experience in working in multidisciplinary settings and representing a psychological perspective in teams and services.

Desirable

• Experience of the application of psychological interventions in different cultural contexts.
• Experience in contributing to service development, redesign and improvements in secondary mental health services.
• Experience working in the NHS.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• To be able to deliver highly specialist therapy using two or more relevant models, from amongst the following, in order of preference: 1.CBT-E 2.MANTRA, SSCM or FPT 3.Other models used on complex eating disorders, eg CFT, DBT, CAT, Schema, IPT
• Able to draw upon a theoretical knowledge base in the analysis of highly complex facts and situations, requiring sustained and intense concentration, to arrive at appropriate formulation and compare and select from a range of treatment options.
• An in depth knowledge and skills in applying clinical risk assessment and management in own and others' clinical caseload, including eating disorder related risk.
• Able to communicate at a high level verbally and in writing highly complex, technical and sensitive information to clients, families, carers, and a range of professionals and lay people within and outside the NHS.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate forming effective collaborative networks within the trust and with external agencies in the interests of client care.

Desirable

• Highly developed knowledge of the theory and delivery of highly specialised psychological practice relevant to eating disorders.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mile End Hospital

1st Floor Burdett House,

Mile End, London

E1 4DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Physiotherapist within the Offender Health setting, you will provide advanced assessment and treatment to patients with complex and chronic conditions. You will work as an autonomous practitioner, determining clinical diagnoses and treatment plans, while ensuring high standards of care and maintaining clinical records.

• Manage a clinical caseload, including offender health and potential private/staff patients.
• Develop and expand business opportunities within the service.
• Work within contract-specific KPIs and report statistics to Senior Management.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, policies, and clinical governance.
• Liaise regularly with Senior Management and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Manage the delivery of physiotherapy services across multiple locations, if required.
• Maintain and report on clinical incidents, complaints, and compliments.
• Participate in monthly feedback and meetings with Senior Management.

• Essential:
  • HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
  • A minimum of two years experience as a Physiotherapist with exposure to rotational roles in respiratory, MSK, and Neuro.
  • Experience in independent working and lone working.
  • Energetic and proactive, with the ability to work flexibly within a prison clinical setting.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong time management and organisational skills.
  • Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Desirable:
  • Postgraduate qualification such as MSc.
  • Experience working in a secure setting.
  • Postgraduate qualification in Microsoft Office.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification such as MSc.
• Experience working in a secure setting.
• Postgraduate qualification in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
• A minimum of two years experience as a Physiotherapist with exposure to rotational roles in respiratory, MSK, and Neuro.
• Experience in independent working and lone working.
• Energetic and proactive, with the ability to work flexibly within a prison clinical setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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

Partnering Health Ltd

Address

HMP Wandsworth

Heathfield Road

London

SW18 3HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for further details.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether it's ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.

You will get 31 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.

You will also receive a one-off £1,200 joining bonus - T&C's apply.

Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link in the supporting link section to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified PWP

Experience

Essential

• You need NHS Talking Therapies qualification as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (unless demonstrably exempt through UCL assessment of competence scheme) and Registration as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with either BABCP or BPS.
• As well as being a qualified PWP, you will need outstanding written and telephone communication skills as well as the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• In return, you'll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress in your career with us.
• We have an active wellbeing working group made up staff from within various different roles in the service who work together to organise events, keep people connected and provide information and support helping to make this a really great place to work.
• We also offer the opportunity to manage your wellbeing by working flexibly and, as the service is open 7 days a week there are lots of opportunities to ensure this can work for you as well as our clients. We pay incentivised rates of pay for weekend working and additional hours.

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

Turning Point

Address

Transport House

Wakefield

WF2 7AW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.turning-point.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Physiotherapist within the Offender Health setting, you will provide advanced assessment and treatment to patients with complex and chronic conditions. You will work as an autonomous practitioner, determining clinical diagnoses and treatment plans, while ensuring high standards of care and maintaining clinical records.

• Manage a clinical caseload, including offender health and potential private/staff patients.
• Develop and expand business opportunities within the service.
• Work within contract-specific KPIs and report statistics to Senior Management.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, policies, and clinical governance.
• Liaise regularly with Senior Management and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Manage the delivery of physiotherapy services across multiple locations, if required.
• Maintain and report on clinical incidents, complaints, and compliments.
• Participate in monthly feedback and meetings with Senior Management.

• Essential:
  • HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
  • A minimum of two years experience as a Physiotherapist with exposure to rotational roles in respiratory, MSK, and Neuro.
  • Experience in independent working and lone working.
  • Energetic and proactive, with the ability to work flexibly within a prison clinical setting.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong time management and organisational skills.
  • Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Desirable:
  • Postgraduate qualification such as MSc.
  • Experience working in a secure setting.
  • Postgraduate qualification in Microsoft Office.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification such as MSc.
• Experience working in a secure setting.
• Postgraduate qualification in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
• A minimum of two years experience as a Physiotherapist with exposure to rotational roles in respiratory, MSK, and Neuro.
• Experience in independent working and lone working.
• Energetic and proactive, with the ability to work flexibly within a prison clinical setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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

Partnering Health Ltd

Address

HMP Exeter

New North Road

Exeter

EX4 4EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To manage a caseload of service users with highly complex needs due to stroke,

2. Using specialist Occupational Therapist assessment and intervention skills i.e. Vision, cognition, vocational rehab to include equipment orders and home adaptions.

3. Use specialist clinical skills to provide assessment and treatment programmes in community setting.

4. To supervise band 4 and 5 grades of therapy staff within the community stroke rehabilitation service

5. To act as an autonomous practitioner with advanced practitioner skills. This involves assessing clinical needs, planning, delivering, and evaluating therapeutic rehabilitation programmes to support community living of clients with complex needs and discharging from the service when appropriate.

6. To perform specialist stroke rehabilitation Occupational therapy assessments and interventions to facilitate improvement in upper limb function, cognitive, vision and perceptual skills within recognised frameworks of practice and treatment approaches. This may involve use of recognised standardised assessments e.g. VISA, OCS, R-Bands, Brainwave R and Rivermead perceptual assessment battery.

7. To assess for and fit a wide variety of adaptive equipment to meet clients needs regarding community living and performance of roles. This involves identifying potential risks and using highly developed clinical reasoning skills to identify the appropriate piece of equipment and monitor and evaluate its use

8. To assess for and prescribe minor adaptations to property and identify needs for major adaptations and liaise with Social Services colleagues regarding provision

9. To assess clinical needs and manufacture specialist orthoses to meet clinical needs related to management of muscle tone, joint stability, and pain. This will include monitoring and evaluating use and change in clients health status within a planned review system.

10. To organise, facilitate and evaluate, group treatment and health education programmes for specific client groups i.e. upper limb group and cognitive groups.

11. To effectively manage and prioritise a caseload of service users with complex needs acting as an autonomous practitioner with advanced specialist practitioner skills.

12. To provide appropriate written clinical reports within Single Assessment Processes and maintain client case notes to agreed departmental and professional standards.

13. To construct and monitor care plans. This includes supervising the practice of generic workers, Assistant Practitioners or Technical Instructors and care workers within the enablement service.

14. To liaise and work jointly with, appropriate health and social care providers to ensure that all identified issues requiring intervention are addressed within available resources. This may include attendance at multi-professional and multiagency meetings, case reviews and joint visits.

15. To provide technical support and advice to other health and social care providers regarding appropriate interventions to address clients issues.

16. To identify best / evidence-based practice related to appropriate client groups and implement within resources available.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification e.g. BSc in Occupational Therapy
• State registered Occupational Therapist
• Specialist post graduate courses in neurology (Stroke biased) subjects

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates highly developed specialist, advanced practitioner skills gained through post graduate courses and extensive post qualified experience working with adults with stroke.
• Practical experience of supervising qualified and unqualified OT staff.
• Practical experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Extensive experience of working as an autonomous OT practitioner withing a health or social care setting.
• Current experience as an accredited fieldwork educator for Occupational Therapy students.

Key Competencies

Essential

• Demonstrates highly developed comprehensive, specialist knowledge and skills gained via post graduate courses or extensive practical experience in the following areas.
• Comprehensive knowledge of neuropathology and its effects on function and psychological well-being gained from post graduate courses and experience.
• Extensive theoretical knowledge and highly specialist practical skills regarding utilisation of appropriate evidence-based OT Interventions and models of practice to effectively meet the complex needs of this client group.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation, government white papers and clinical guidelines (eg NICE) that influence service provision for this client group.
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues ie, Evidence based practice, Integrated care pathways, Clinical risk assessment, audit and practical experience of their utilisation within clinical practice.
• Client centred assessment of complex clinical needs related to changes in functional ability as a consequence of neurological deficits.
• Cognitive, Vision and perceptual assessment and specialist rehabilitation.
• Construction, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of OT treatment and care plans.
• Knowledge and assessment of specialist equipment and prescriptions of specialist equipment and prescription of environments.
• Assessments for and prescription of environmental adaptations.
• Assessment and providing orthoses.
• To run and support stroke therapy group.
• Demonstrates advanced, Specialist Stroke rehabilitation assessment skills including use of validated standardised assessment tools.
• Demonstrates advanced specialist skills in neurological treatments appropriate to this client group eg. Bobath normal movement.
• Specialist technical skills eg. Manufacture of specialist orthoses, spasticity management.
• Accredited fieldwork educator for OT students.

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrates effective IT skills, including the ability to operate Microsoft word and e - mail Other
• Demonstrates the ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Essential

• Must be willing to work across the 7-day week as the service demands
• Must be willing to work and support any of the teams within Walsall Integrated Stroke Service (Walsall, Cannock & Stafford Community Stroke Teams)
• Demonstrates the ability to travel frequently throughout the borough and surrounding locations during the working day.

Other

Essential

• Highly developed communication skills in order to convey complex concepts to others
• Highly developed decision making and problem solving skills used when interpreting assessments outcomes, considering a range of treatment options and client's eligibility for services.
• Demonstrates ability to work as effective Team Worker within multi agency, multi professional team.
• Ability to operate as autonomous practitioner and act appropriately on own initiative.
• Ability to identify own development needs and willingness to undertake appropriate opportunities for professional development.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Darlaston Health Centre

Pinfold Street

Walsall

WS10 8SY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly practice team. The role involves supporting the clinical team with a range of patient care and routine clinical duties, including phlebotomy, ECGs, health checks, B12 vaccinations and diagnostic testing. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care and work effectively as part of our multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant HCA/clinical experience, ideally within general practice.
• Phlebotomy experience and confidence undertaking clinical observations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, professional and patient-centred approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and IT skills with accurate record keeping.
• Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and infection prevention.
• Willingness to undertake further training and development.

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 Leicester Medical Practice

Address

131 Uppingham Road

Leicester

LE5 4BP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full detailsand requirementsof the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous health and social care experience or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the principles of Data Protection Act
• Health and Safety
• Equality and Diversity

Skills

Essential

• Basic computer skills/ECDL or equivalent
• Able to work without direct supervision
• Able to plan own workload
• Ability to undertake clinical interventions commensurate with NVQ level 3 skills
• Able to work as a team member
• Excellent developed oral and written communication skills
• Able to keep accurate written and electronic contemporaneous records
• Able to work in a confidential and sensitive manner
• Able to travel for work purposes

Values

Essential

• Continuous improvement - committed to making improvements to our services for the benefit of all.
• Accountability - taking ownership to anticipate, develop and deliver high quality care.
• Respect - how we treat others in an inclusive and supportive way.
• Enthusiasm - demonstrate our passion and pride for what we do and how we do it.
• Support - actively supporting others with compassion and courage.

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

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Goodlass Road - Hunts Cross / Litherland Town Hall

Goodlass Road - Hunts Cross / Hatton Hill Road

Liverpool

L24 9HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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