Job summary

Senior Practitioner Psychologist (8A) - SWIFT CAT

We welcome a Clinical Psychologist to our integrated multi-agency service, a partnership between East Sussex County Council (ESCC) - Children's Services and Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SPFT) CAMHS. As a valued member of the collaborative SWIFT Children's Assessment and Treatment (SWIFT CAT) team you will contribute to work that can have a profound and lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children and their families.

Your role will be a key part of the development of the service for children under 11 years who are on the Edge of Care, subject to Child Protection Plans and at risk of family breakdown. You will support social workers in formulating child and family presentations and where deemed necessary provide clinical assessment. This may include working alongside multidisciplinary colleagues in the Neurodevelopmental Pathway co-ordinated by SWIFT CAT.

There may also be the opportunity to provide some tailored interventions to children and families.

Main duties of the job

Alongside wider Specialist Children Services colleagues, you will:

• Provide crucial support and guidance through consultation with parents, caregivers and professionals.
• Conduct specialist clinical assessments for Under 11's with complex emotional, behavioural, neurodevelopmental and safeguarding needs
• Support our social work colleagues in care planning and risk management, ensuring that these foster children's well-being.
• For a small cohort of children, deliver evidence-based interventions to address identified needs where these can not be met by another service and are within the remit of the SWIFT CAT team.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to enhance outcomes for children subject to Child Protection Plans and Pre-Care Proceedings.
• Liaise with key agencies, including Education, to ensure integrated care.
• Contribute to the development of evidence-based practice and improvement initiatives within the service.

An informal discussion is strongly encouraged.

About us

SWIFT Specialist Family Services (SWIFT) is an established, integrated service which provides comprehensive assessments and interventions when parents' challenges (e.g., substance misuse, mental health, domestic abuse) impact their parenting.

This role is part of SWIFT CAT, our multidisciplinary child assessment and treatment team. You'll work alongside skilled colleagues to offer specialist mental health services to children living in complex, high-risk family situations. Our core business includes assessing children's mental health, including attention to risk management and care planning, and working with families as well as the wider systems that support them.

We are committed to providing a high-quality, integrated service that complements the work done by ESCC Children's Services. As part of our team, you will have access to opportunities for ongoing professional development, research involvement, and participation in service improvement initiatives.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-CS-21967-A

Job locations

Swift Specialist Family Services

102 Holly Place

Eastbourne

BN22 0UT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details of 8A Clinical Psychologist.

Essential requirements for this post are:

Experience of working with children and families.

HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist.

o Applications are welcomed from Clinical Psychologists.

Experience in risk assessment and management.

Desirable requirements include:

Post-qualification Band 8a experience (or equivalent).

Experience of working with child protection concerns and needs.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, social care setting.

Access to own transport for travel across East Sussex.

o SWIFT have office bases in Eastbourne and Hastings.

Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of hybrid working (home/office), can be discussed and agreed upon.

Hours:

This post is advertised as a full time post. Part-time hours can be considered but would require commitment of a minimum 30hrs per week.

At Sussex Partnership we are committed to providing opportunities for flexible working. If you would like to work differently or different hours to as advertised, please get in touch to discuss this in more detail.

Additional Information:

If you havent thought about living and working in East Sussex before then you should consider the following:

Journey from the coast to the countryside in minutes

Enjoy a lifestyle where there are renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the famous South Downs Way in the South Downs National Park!

Embrace taking time to discover all the miles of scenic coastline

Easy access to airports - Gatwick and Heathrow are both within 90 minutes of the county, providing links to Europe and beyond

London is also within easy reach via local and national bus routes and national mainline stations

• See the attached 'Partnership Perks' document for details about the SPFT benefits package.

Apply:

• Please apply using the link in this advert.

Further Information:

An informal discussion is strongly encouraged prior to application.

For further information or discussion please contact Becky Lloyd-Stubbs at [email protected] (Clinical Lead Nurse Specialist) and/or[email protected] (Consultant Clinical Psychologist).

Job description Job responsibilities Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details of 8A Clinical Psychologist. Essential requirements for this post are: Experience of working with children and families. HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist. o Applications are welcomed from Clinical Psychologists. Experience in risk assessment and management. Desirable requirements include: Post-qualification Band 8a experience (or equivalent). Experience of working with child protection concerns and needs. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, social care setting. Access to own transport for travel across East Sussex. o SWIFT have office bases in Eastbourne and Hastings. Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of hybrid working (home/office), can be discussed and agreed upon. Hours: This post is advertised as a full time post. Part-time hours can be considered but would require commitment of a minimum 30hrs per week. At Sussex Partnership we are committed to providing opportunities for flexible working. If you would like to work differently or different hours to as advertised, please get in touch to discuss this in more detail. Additional Information: If you havent thought about living and working in East Sussex before then you should consider the following: Journey from the coast to the countryside in minutes Enjoy a lifestyle where there are renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the famous South Downs Way in the South Downs National Park! Embrace taking time to discover all the miles of scenic coastline Easy access to airports - Gatwick and Heathrow are both within 90 minutes of the county, providing links to Europe and beyond London is also within easy reach via local and national bus routes and national mainline stations See the attached 'Partnership Perks' document for details about the SPFT benefits package. Apply: Please apply using the link in this advert. Further Information: An informal discussion is strongly encouraged prior to application. For further information or discussion please contact Becky Lloyd-Stubbs at [email protected] (Clinical Lead Nurse Specialist) and/or[email protected] (Consultant Clinical Psychologist).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology as approved by the HCPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Experience in highly specialist psychological assessment and treatment across outpatient, community, primary care, and inpatient settings
• Post-qualification experience as a practitioner psychologist with approximately 50 hours of clinical supervision
• Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, design and complex data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of applied psychology
• Experience working with diverse client groups across the lifespan, addressing a wide range of clinical severities, and maintaining a high degree of professionalism in challenging situations
• Skilled in teaching, training and/or supervision
• Experience of applying psychology in different cultural contexts and working within a multicultural framework.
• Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care.
• Experience or demonstrable knowledge of working with the particular client group served by the team/service.
• Knowledge of relevant national and local guidance, legislation, and mental health frameworks
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).
• High-level proficiency in at least two specialised psychological therapies and neuropsychology, with continued practice or training post-qualification.
• Formal training in supervision of other psychologists
• Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology as approved by the HCPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience in highly specialist psychological assessment and treatment across outpatient, community, primary care, and inpatient settings Post-qualification experience as a practitioner psychologist with approximately 50 hours of clinical supervision Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, design and complex data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of applied psychology Experience working with diverse client groups across the lifespan, addressing a wide range of clinical severities, and maintaining a high degree of professionalism in challenging situations Skilled in teaching, training and/or supervision Experience of applying psychology in different cultural contexts and working within a multicultural framework. Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care. Experience or demonstrable knowledge of working with the particular client group served by the team/service. Knowledge of relevant national and local guidance, legislation, and mental health frameworks Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc). High-level proficiency in at least two specialised psychological therapies and neuropsychology, with continued practice or training post-qualification. Formal training in supervision of other psychologists Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Swift Specialist Family Services

102 Holly Place

Eastbourne

BN22 0UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Swift Specialist Family Services

102 Holly Place

Eastbourne

BN22 0UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an excellent opportunity for experienced Duty, Risk and Mental Health Practitioners to join us in a new role in an established Talking Therapies service.

Working as part of a regional team, you will play a key role in supporting several Talking Therapies services, providing expert clinical risk and safeguarding guidance to practitioners, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality care.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Work within the regional Duty Team supporting several Talking Therapies services.
• Provide clinical advice and support regarding risk and safeguarding to CBT Therapists, Counsellors, DIT and IPT Therapists, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs), and administrative staff.
• Ensure robust risk management and safeguarding processes are maintained across services.
• Undertake significant client contact via telephone, often supporting individuals who may be distressed.
• Screen referrals and assess service suitability, ensuring clients receive timely access to appropriate care.
• Facilitate referrals into secondary mental health services where required.
• Liaise with GPs, Secondary Care services, and other external agencies.
• Support interface discussions between Talking Therapies Services and Secondary Care Mental Health Services.

About us

Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. To find out more about Vita Health Group and the services we provide, please click here: https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/

Job summary

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

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

So, if you are interested in starting a Career in Care, please apply today!

Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role.

Main duties of the job

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

Examples of what you may do as part of your role

• Washing and dressing patients Serving meals and feeding patients Helping patients to move around Making beds Talking to patients and their families Monitoring patient conditio

Skills and personal attributes needed

• Caring and kind Cheerful and friendly Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting Able to follow direct instructions Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative Have good listening and communication skills Be well organised

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

About us

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

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

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per Annum Pro Rata for Part Time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

390-NR-DOM-SO-9766

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Southend on Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description.

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

Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role

Job description Job responsibilities For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description. ** We look forward to hearing from you and wish you good luck ** Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• oGood literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling and grammatical errors throughout application
• oExperience of working with the public
• oMust be keen to learn new skills and flexible in the workplace

Desirable

• oPrevious experience of working in a healthcare setting
• oHealthcare Certificate
• oGood IT skills
• oWorking within a team and experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities

presentation and compassion

Essential

• Must be able to care for all matter of patients and remain professional

Person Specification Experience Essential oGood literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling and grammatical errors throughout application oExperience of working with the public oMust be keen to learn new skills and flexible in the workplace Desirable oPrevious experience of working in a healthcare setting oHealthcare Certificate oGood IT skills oWorking within a team and experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities presentation and compassion Essential Must be able to care for all matter of patients and remain professional

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Southend on Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Southend on Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician to join our expanding and friendly pharmacy team on a 2-year fixed term training post, starting in February 2027. Learn while you earn!

This an apprenticeship training post where you will be working towards the skills and competencies required to become a registered Pharmacy Technician whilst being a core member of the team. You will complete a Level 4 Certificate in the Principles and Practices for Pharmacy Technicians as your underpinning knowledge course. Learning is through a hybrid-delivered course run by the University of East Anglia.

You will be working towards all elements outlined in the job description below throughout your 2-year training programme. You will be expected to travel across the Trust and will also undertake part of your learning at one of our training partner organisations. The Pharmacy Team supports safe and effective medicines use for patients across the Trust in a variety of settings which include community hospitals, patient homes and clinics.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist or pharmacy technician, your daily activities will include:

o To accurately dispense and accuracy check clinically screened prescriptions for patients in accordance with the KCHFT or partner organisation training sites Standard Operating Procedure. o To develop skills around reconciling patients' medicines and checking patients own drugs as part of the Medicines Optimisation process.o Support person-centred care by involving patients and carers in decisions relating to medicines and medicines optimisation activities appropriate to your level of training.o One day per week to complete the required underpinning knowledge learning for the apprenticeship which enables completion of all related competencies and evidence collection required. o To participate fully in the development of own learning and proactively seek learning opportunities, meeting deadlines as agreed.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is currently undertaking a significant programme of transformation to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters.As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

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

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

846-8271225-TS

Job locations

Trinity House, Upper Pemberton

Ashford, Trust sites Kent-wide

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C / 4 and above, including English language, maths and at least one science subject.

Desirable

• A level 2 pharmacy course and / or some pharmacy experience

Experience

Essential

• Customer service experience or working with people

Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate initiatives

Knowledge

Essential

• Some knowledge of KCHFT, its mission and values.

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS priorities, medicines optimisation and patient safety principles.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team.

Skills

Essential

• Able to manage time, prioritise and organise work in order to meet deadlines.

Skills

Essential

• You will need have good IT skills as well as sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C / 4 and above, including English language, maths and at least one science subject. Desirable A level 2 pharmacy course and / or some pharmacy experience Experience Essential Customer service experience or working with people Desirable Ability to demonstrate initiatives Knowledge Essential Some knowledge of KCHFT, its mission and values. Desirable Awareness of NHS priorities, medicines optimisation and patient safety principles. Skills Essential Ability to work as part of a team. Skills Essential Able to manage time, prioritise and organise work in order to meet deadlines. Skills Essential You will need have good IT skills as well as sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing.

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity House, Upper Pemberton

Ashford, Trust sites Kent-wide

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity House, Upper Pemberton

Ashford, Trust sites Kent-wide

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Healthcare Assistant to join our professional team at Westview Hospital, Tenterden.

We're a close team but we're never exclusive, if you can bring a professional approach and fresh ideas we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Could you use your skills and experience to support the NHS to deliver great patient care? Great patient care needs great people to support clinical teams. That's where you come in.

We're always looking for enthusiastic, responsive, and adaptable people to join our outstanding trust. This role is an important one as you'll be using your knowledge, experience and expertise to support to our hard-working frontline NHS teams.

We put patients first and we expect all of our colleagues to do the same, so although NHS experience isn't a requirement for this role you'll need to share our passion for delivering excellent patient care and keep that passion at the forefront of your professional activity at all times.

The challenges come thick and fast in this role but you'll know that your input is contributing to the excellent experience our patients and service users have every day.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is currently undertaking a significant programme of transformation to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

846-8351160-TS

Job locations

Westview Hospital

Tenterden

TN30 6TX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community differencehere.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community differencehere. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience;
• Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths);
• Recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment.

Desirable

• You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases;
• You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks;
• You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker.

Desirable

• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS

Working environment

Essential

• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible.

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience; Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths); Recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment. Desirable You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting Knowledge and skills Essential You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases; You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks; You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker. Desirable Having an awareness of developments within the NHS Working environment Essential A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westview Hospital

Tenterden

TN30 6TX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westview Hospital

Tenterden

TN30 6TX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a compassionate and organised individual with excellent communication skills? Join Botesdale Health Centre as a care navigator and become a vital part of our dedicated team, ensuring our patients receive the right care, at the right time. This position is offered on a part-time basis for 17 hours per week, working the following days:

Wednesday 8:30 to 18:00 (1 hr lunch break)

Friday 8:30 to 18:00 (1 hr lunch break)

At Botesdale Health Centre, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality medical care in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. As a care navigator, you will be at the forefront of our patient services, working across various touchpoints to guide and support our patients through their healthcare journey.

Main duties of the job

Patient Engagement: Serve as the first point of contact for patients, dealing with enquiries both on the phone and at the reception desk, providing a high-quality and responsive customer care service.

Referral Management: Process all referrals sent from GPs, efficiently utilising the NHS e-Referral Service (e-RS). This includes submitting urgent referrals, such as two-week-wait (2WW) referrals, recording e-RS references in clinical records, and tracking their progress to ensure timely patient care.

Triage Hub Operations: Play a crucial role within our Triage Hub, reviewing online consultation submissions, assessing urgency (categorising as emergency, urgent, routine, self-care/advice, or signpost), and identifying any red-flag keywords or safeguarding indicators.

Patient Communication & Coordination: Contact patients to explain triage outcomes and confirm care plans. Coordinate with the team in the triage hub to book appointments based on urgency, modality, & clinician, ensuring patient agreement and providing clear next steps and safety-netting advice.

Information Governance & Confidentiality: Adhere strictly to patient confidentiality at all times, only accessing patient data necessary for your role using your own login, & never discussing patient information in public areas. Report any suspected unauthorised access or confidentiality breaches immediately.

Safety & Escalation: Identify potentially serious problems & escalate concerns to the appropriate clinician without delay.

About us

At Botesdale Health Centre, you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team dedicated to making a real difference in our community. We offer a rewarding role where your skills will be highly valued, contributing directly to positive patient outcomes.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds in line with the Equality Act 2010.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including DBS clearance.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for aSenior Psychologist to join our Integrated Mental Health Team, which forms part of the wider Health Care Team to work across HMP Onley and HMP Rye Hill.

HMP Onley isa category Cmen's Prison located in Rugby, with a population of 980 males.

HMP Rye Hill is a category B men's training prisonwith a capacity for 1058 inmates.

The applicant will be part of the Integrated Mental Health Team and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service, they will also supervise 2 Assistant Psychologists and an Art Therapist.

Hours

Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 16:00

This is a full time role working 37.5 hours a week.

Salary

You'll receive an annual salary of £69,000per annum - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

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

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will:

• Offer leadership, consultancy, assessment and interventions, working under the guidance and support of the overseeing Cluster Psychologist.
• Support the Cluster Lead Psychologist in training initiatives, developing clinical materials, group intervention packages, and in service evaluation and general service development.
• Be skilled in applying diverse psychological theories and modalities, in order to provide trauma informed one-to-one intervention, formulation and/or consultation for complex cases.
• Oversee and clinically supervise two Assistant Psychologists in their delivery of low-medium intensity work (both group and individual approaches).
• Work across with patients located on the main site of the prison and those who are located in the Complex Care Unit.
• Complete clinical assessments and interventions with patients, as well as consultation and support for the staff in the Complex Care Unit.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

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

About us

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• We treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• We act with integrity
• We embrace diversity
• We strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Requirements

• Qualified clinical, counselling or forensic psychologist and registered with the HCPC as a practitioner psychologist;
• Postgraduate qualification/training in at least one specific mode of psychological therapy relevant to people with severe and long standing mental health difficulties eg: CBT, Systemic /family therapy, Mindfulness based therapies, CAT, DBT, Mentalisation, Schema Therapy.
• Experience in complex, high risk or forensic environments.
• Experience in working collaboratively and ability to contribute to ongoing development, adaptation, and delivery of psychologically and trauma informed practice.
• Working knowledge of clinical governance, including relevant approaches and tools.

Job summary

We are looking for a qualified Clinical Associate Psychologist to join the East CAMHS Team

Applicants will need to be self-motivated,ideally have prior experience of working in an acute mental health services and have completed the MSc course in Clinical Associate Psychology to be considered for this post.

BPS registration is requiredfollowing appointment.We understand that the BPS requires CAPs to be in current employment and receiving supervision before they can register. The successful applicant will therefore register with the BPS once they have commenced employment and supervision is in place.

Main duties of the job

You will be an integral part of the inpatient therapy team, as well as a key member of the wider MDT, supporting clinical staff and providing interventions on the ward. We are looking for someone with clinical experience who is already working as a Clinical Associate Psychologist, preferably within children's mental health services, although this is not essential. The successful candidate will be required todraw upon the developing evidence base to support assessment, formulation, intervention, and evaluation processes at Sowenna.

This will include contributing to individual and group patient work, providing staff support with reflection and de-briefing processes, and coordinating the routine outcome measures currently used to measure effectiveness. There will also be the opportunity to contribute to services audits and research developments, all under the supervision of a qualified psychologist.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

Job summary

Our Pharmacists play a key role in delivering highquality healthcare within a friendly, local GP surgery. They oversee all aspects of patients medication management, including handling repeat prescriptions, conducting medication reviews, monitoring drug therapies, and ensuring safe and effective prescribing. The role combines clinical expertise with patientfacing responsibilities and offers autonomy while working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

• Manage all aspects of patients medication needs, including repeat prescriptions, medication reviews, and drug monitoring.
• Provide safe, accurate, and timely prescribing and medication management.
• Maintain a personal patient list and deliver highquality clinical care.
• Collaborate closely with the clinical team to support integrated patient care.
• Work efficiently with the Pharmacist Dispenser to streamline repeat prescribing workflows.
• Contribute to shared learning within the wider pharmacist team and support continuous service improvement.
• Demonstrate strong communication, clinical judgement, and organisational skills to balance speed and accuracy in a busy primary care environment.
• Uphold professional standards, including maintaining valid GPhC registration and applying robust clinical knowledge in daily practice.

About us

Penrose Health is on a mission to deliver outstanding healthcare to every patient we serve.

We care for 75,000+ people across 9 sites in South East London, supported by a team of 200+ clinicians and staff. Our model is built on permanent, diverse teams, strong governance, and a clear focus on continuity, quality, and access.

We work closely with NHS partners to deliver a full range of services from routine checks to complex, long-term care backed by robust systems and a culture of continuous improvement.

We're proud to hold a CQC "Good" rating and consistently receive strong feedback from patients.

Learn more atpenrosehealth.co.uk.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£45,000 to £52,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

603501

Job locations

Deptford Surgery

502-504 New Cross Rd

London

London

SE14 6TJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

If youre a Pharmacist who loves making a real difference to patients lives, someone who enjoys working closely with people, building longterm relationships, and using your clinical skills to genuinely improve health outcomes - then you might be exactly who were looking for.

At Penrose Health, were proud to create an environment where excellent clinical care is matched with a genuinely supportive culture. Youll be joining a practice full of good people, good humour, and a team spirit that makes each day both rewarding and enjoyable. Were committed to giving our Pharmacists real autonomy, trust, and the space to grow - whether thats developing confidence in primary care, refining existing clinical skills, or expanding into new areas of practice. Here, your ideas are welcomed, your expertise is valued, and your contribution makes a meaningful impact from day one.

Youll play a key role in delivering highquality patient care by managing all aspects of medication, including repeat prescriptions, medication reviews, and drug monitoring. Working closely within a multidisciplinary clinical team, youll combine strong clinical judgement with patientfacing care to ensure safe, effective, and timely prescribing. This role offers autonomy, a manageable patient list, and the opportunity to contribute to service development within a collaborative primary care environment.

Job description Job responsibilities If youre a Pharmacist who loves making a real difference to patients lives, someone who enjoys working closely with people, building longterm relationships, and using your clinical skills to genuinely improve health outcomes - then you might be exactly who were looking for.At Penrose Health, were proud to create an environment where excellent clinical care is matched with a genuinely supportive culture. Youll be joining a practice full of good people, good humour, and a team spirit that makes each day both rewarding and enjoyable. Were committed to giving our Pharmacists real autonomy, trust, and the space to grow - whether thats developing confidence in primary care, refining existing clinical skills, or expanding into new areas of practice. Here, your ideas are welcomed, your expertise is valued, and your contribution makes a meaningful impact from day one.Youll play a key role in delivering highquality patient care by managing all aspects of medication, including repeat prescriptions, medication reviews, and drug monitoring. Working closely within a multidisciplinary clinical team, youll combine strong clinical judgement with patientfacing care to ensure safe, effective, and timely prescribing. This role offers autonomy, a manageable patient list, and the opportunity to contribute to service development within a collaborative primary care environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacist with valid GPhC registration.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in General Practice.
• Independent Prescriber qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong clinical knowledge of medicines, prescribing principles, and therapeutic monitoring.
• Understanding of primary care workflows (repeat prescribing, medication reviews, drug monitoring). Knowledge of patient safety, clinical governance, and prescribing best practice.

Desirable

• Familiarity with GP practice systems and processes.
• Knowledge of longterm condition management within primary care.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills with patients and colleagues
• Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a busy environment.
• Strong organisational and timemanagement skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider clinical team
• Clinically confident and able to apply pharmacological knowledge to patient care.

Desirable

• -Skilled in using clinical IT systems (EMIS)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacist with valid GPhC registration. Desirable Previous experience working in General Practice. Independent Prescriber qualification Knowledge Essential Strong clinical knowledge of medicines, prescribing principles, and therapeutic monitoring. Understanding of primary care workflows (repeat prescribing, medication reviews, drug monitoring). Knowledge of patient safety, clinical governance, and prescribing best practice. Desirable Familiarity with GP practice systems and processes. Knowledge of longterm condition management within primary care. Skills Essential Excellent communication skills with patients and colleagues Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a busy environment. Strong organisational and timemanagement skills. Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider clinical team Clinically confident and able to apply pharmacological knowledge to patient care. Desirable -Skilled in using clinical IT systems (EMIS)

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

Penrose Health

Address

Deptford Surgery

502-504 New Cross Rd

London

London

SE14 6TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Penrose Health

Address

Deptford Surgery

502-504 New Cross Rd

London

London

SE14 6TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Band 6 Experienced Occupational Therapist - Paediatrics

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a fixed-term/secondment opportunity until September 2027 (to cover a secondment).**

This static post provides an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and highly valued therapy team within Paediatrics, based at Dingley Child Development Centre, University of Reading Campus.

The post holder will autonomously manage a complex caseload of inpatient and outpatient children aged 0-18 with a range of physical, developmental and complex neurological conditions and diagnoses. This will involve specialist assessment and management of the caseload and the providing clinical assessment and treatment.

We are a friendly, very supportive and proactive multidisciplinary team with fantastic links with our community and system partners.

For further information please see the attached job description and person specification.

We attract Occupational Therapists from all over the country and internationally. If you'd like to see more about what we do, please go to our Twitter @rbhtherapyteam.

Main duties of the job

To autonomously manage a complex caseload of inpatient and outpatient children aged 0-16 with a range of therapeutic needs. This will involve specialist assessment and management of the caseload and the therapist will provide clinical assessment and treatment.

To be an Occupational Therapist clinical specialising in the management of Paediatrics at the Dingley Child Development Centre and other Trust locations as required.

To work as a member of the MDT supporting the Occupational Therapy team for the Child Development Centre in conjunction with the Band 7 Occupational Therapist and Dingley Therapy Team Lead.

To use specialist occupational therapy knowledge and clinical reasoning skills to provide support and advice to the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team and other healthcare staff, and to manage own caseload of patients with complex conditions as an autonomous practitioner.

To support the delivery of a high quality, effective and efficient paediatric Occupational Therapy service.

To support the Therapy Management team in planning and policy development for the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team.

To deputise for the Paediatric Band 7 Occupational Therapist as required.

About us

We are one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country - serving a population of more than 500,000 people - and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire.

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

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

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

Our innovative Therapies Practice Education Team are an integral part of our staff's experience in their roles. Please follow this link to see more of what we do!https://youtu.be/dFeVzr_UqCw

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year (plus 5% Fringe) per annum (pro-rata if part-time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

11 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

193-8298237NCG-2

Job locations

Dingley Child Development Centre

Erlegh House, Earley Gate, Whiteknights Road, University of Reading Campus

Reading

RG6 6BZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge/Skills & Experience

Essential

• Post graduate specialist experience as demonstrated by ongoing CPD , evidence-based project work, post graduate teaching
• Understanding of a broad range of paediatric conditions
• Post-graduate training in the management of conditions
• Experience of teaching and presenting to other staff
• Experience of supervising and developing other staff and students

Desirable

• BSc OT
• Specialist knowledge in related area
• Research or audit experience
• Training and Presentation skills

Other

Essential

• Car driver with UK driving licence, able to drive pool car for home visits

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or other recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registered

Person Specification Knowledge/Skills & Experience Essential Post graduate specialist experience as demonstrated by ongoing CPD , evidence-based project work, post graduate teaching Understanding of a broad range of paediatric conditions Post-graduate training in the management of conditions Experience of teaching and presenting to other staff Experience of supervising and developing other staff and students Desirable BSc OT Specialist knowledge in related area Research or audit experience Training and Presentation skills Other Essential Car driver with UK driving licence, able to drive pool car for home visits Education & Qualifications Essential Degree or other recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registered

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dingley Child Development Centre

Erlegh House, Earley Gate, Whiteknights Road, University of Reading Campus

Reading

RG6 6BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dingley Child Development Centre

Erlegh House, Earley Gate, Whiteknights Road, University of Reading Campus

Reading

RG6 6BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for applications for an exciting full time Band 7 Dietitian role within our Dietetics service; we are seeking a Dietitian with expertise in complex nutrition support to manage a Dietetic caseload in critical care, spinal injuries and intestinal failure, to work alongside other members of the Nutrition Team. The post holder will also have responsibility for a weekly spinal injuries Dietetic clinic at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, along with identified service develop and quality improvement projects.

The postholder will have line management responsibilities for a Band 6 dietitian and support junior and Student Dietitians.

We are a friendly team and offer great opportunities for learning and support through clinical supervision, peer learning and CPD opportunities including supporting B & C student placements. We are very supportive, valuing our staff, and actively promote staff wellbeing, inclusivity, and equality. Our team also benefits from fantastic secretarial support.

Our unique, integrated acute and community Nutrition and Dietetic Department consists of over 40 members of staff based at 4 locations across the county. Come and join our dynamic, proactive team and we will help you grow in skills, knowledge and expertise as you develop your dietetic career.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be an autonomous practitioner and act as a source of clinical expertise in the area of complex nutrition support for inpatient and outpatient areas.Provide specialised assessment, treatment, and support of patients in critical care, National spinal injuries centre and in intestinal failure requiring dietetic treatment with other members of the Nutrition TeamLead on service development and quality improvement initiatives in this specialist area including input to audit and research projects.To work as a member of the Nutrition & Dietetic Department, developing and leading on dietetic services for complex nutrition support in critical care and NSIC, working across integrated services to achieve improved health outcomes for this patient co-hort.To work autonomously, building excellent communication and handover processes with community services to ensure seamless care for patients moving between acute and community care.To act as a specialist resource for other dietitians working in the service as well as other professionals, sharing local and national developments; liaise closely with the nutrition team and Consultant Nutrition-Team lead, community dietetics team and other therapy services to optimise care and meet devised outcomes.To line manage a Band 6 Dietitian and provide clinical supervision for junior members of the team and dietetic students.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

• Our visionis to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our missionis to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our carevalues are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

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

Reference number

434-CR8263015-A

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Nutrition and Dietetics

Aylesbury

HP21 8BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or masters qualification in Dietetics
• HCPC registration
• Masters or equivalent level of study in post grad subject relevant to the role

Desirable

• advanced communication skills qualification
• member of specialist BDA group relevant to role

skills and experience

Essential

• complex nutrition support assessment and dietetic treatment planning
• knowledge of complex nutritional support / ANS/ complex routes of feeding.
• knowledge of TPN in Dietetic assessment and treatment planning
• HEF discharge planning experience
• Working knowledge of MS Office and IT applications/ Internet for communication and information
• Line managememnt/leadership expereince
• experience of supervising students on placememnt

Desirable

• Experience in spinal injuries, stroke or neuro conditions
• experience of working in Critical care as a dietitian

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or masters qualification in Dietetics HCPC registration Masters or equivalent level of study in post grad subject relevant to the role Desirable advanced communication skills qualification member of specialist BDA group relevant to role skills and experience Essential complex nutrition support assessment and dietetic treatment planning knowledge of complex nutritional support / ANS/ complex routes of feeding. knowledge of TPN in Dietetic assessment and treatment planning HEF discharge planning experience Working knowledge of MS Office and IT applications/ Internet for communication and information Line managememnt/leadership expereince experience of supervising students on placememnt Desirable Experience in spinal injuries, stroke or neuro conditions experience of working in Critical care as a dietitian

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Nutrition and Dietetics

Aylesbury

HP21 8BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Nutrition and Dietetics

Aylesbury

HP21 8BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust Clinical Engineering service is expanding its services to deliver the medical technology required to care for the people of Buckinghamshire, contributing to the Trust's vision to be an outstanding and innovative care provider, creating healthy communities and creating a great place to work. We are a forward-thinking service, driving the adoption of new technologies like integrated infusion systems with Drug Error Reduction (DERS), medical equipment fully integrated into Critical Care information systems, real time location systems to improve equipment management (RTLS) and systems to support the care of our patients in the community through Virtual Hospital. We are meeting the challenges of modernising the health service, changing how patients access services, digitising care and adopting new technologies while achieving the NHS net zero goal.

We are inviting applications for a new Technologist to join the Clinical Engineering Technical team, working on a range of standard and specialist medical equipment such as anaesthetic machines, ventilators, infusion pumps and ultrasound machines.

You will have a scientific or engineering background, be able to demonstrate an ability to think logically and show a desire to work in a well-respected engineering team. We develop our staff with an emphasis on in-depth understanding, clinical application, supporting training and education supporting apprenticeships and technical training.

Main duties of the job

• Contributing to the provision of a sufficient safe and effective fleet of medical equipment for the Trust in order to satisfy the requirements of CQC regulations 12 and 15.
• Delivering Clinical Engineering services in support of the Trust's clinical activity, ensuring that patient and staff safety remains the service's highest priority.
• Carrying out planned maintenance, acceptance testing on new equipment, service & repair on medical equipment and devices in general following agreed procedures or under supervision for more advanced work.
• Communicating with clinical and non-clinical Trust staff at a variety of levels, including whilst working in a clinical settings such as the ITU and theatres.
• Communicating with suppliers, their engineers and representatives regarding technical equipment-related information.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we're a great place to work! BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job summary

Surgical First Assistant

Full time (including evenings and weekends) - 37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Surgical First Assistant to join the Trauma and Orthopaedic Team at Mersey & West Lancashire NHS Teaching Hospitals.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate skills in communication, co-ordination of care and an ability to work flexibly within a multi-disciplinary team. Providing excellent patient experience is critical for all our patients and you will play a key role in ensuring that experience is optimised through accessible and effective communication with compassion and empathy.

Self-motivation is essential along with a passion, drive, adaptability and resilience to cope with change within the Trust and wider NHS.

This role will include evening and potentially weekend working as well as assisting on theatre lists across all MWL Hospital sites depending on service need.

An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for the post.

Please note the JD and PS are sbuject to AfC review

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assist in all aspects of Trauma and Orthopaedics and provide specialist perioperative expertise in the Surgical First Assistantrole, facilitating evidence based patient centred care for patients undergoing surgery.

You will assist with the co-ordination and smooth running of the Trauma and Orthopaedic operating sessions by liaising with theatre and otherpersonnel as appropriate to maintain safe levels of patient care throughout the surgical procedure.

This role will include evening and potentially weekend working as well as assisting on theatre lists across all MWL Hospital sites depending on service need.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme

Job summary

We are seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Respiratory Physiotherapy Team.

You will work under supervision/direction as part of the physiotherapy team supporting the early recovery of post-operative surgical patients. This role will suit someone with previous therapy/healthcare assistant experience who has a desire to facilitate patient recovery.

This role will be based on acute ward areas and patient will frequently have drips, drains and wounds so this role is not for the squeamish!

These interviews will be taking place in person.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

• Work with supervision to undertake a variety of clinical tasks to support the delivery of Physiotherapy to patients.
• Be working under direction to undertake a variety of non-clinical administrative tasks to support the Physiotherapy service.
• Undertake a limited supported teaching and supervisory role.

Support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Dedication, Integrity and Excellence.

You will receive training to support you in undertaking this role working with and learning from staff who are experts in their field along with junior staff, other support workers and students. You will receive supervision and annual appraisal and take an active role within your own personal development using our competency framework.

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Post holders will be included in the in-patient weekend roster (currently Integrated Medicine) to fulfil the 7 day working commitments required for this post. A roster is in place for weekend and bank holiday shifts.

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Job summary

Are you a Registered Occupational Therapist looking for a new challenge?

We have an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join an award-winning, sector-leading team that is improving the health and housing outcomes of people experiencing multiple exclusion homelessness and disadvantages.

The Oxfordshire Health and Homelessness Inclusion Team (OHHIT) is an integrated partnership operating across housing, health, care and third sector systems.Formed in 2021 as part of the Department for Health and Social Care's Shared outcomes initiative, our team was one of 17 sites nationally looking to test innovative ways to work across systems, with the core aims of:

Supporting planned, safe discharges from hospital for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness - avoiding discharges to street.Increase access to mainstream services in the community - avoid unnecessary (re)admissions to hospital and reduce inequalities.Prevent rough sleeping and homelessness.

Main duties of the job

• Carrying out holistic occupational therapy assessments and interventions with individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness across Oxfordshire (predominantly Oxford city). This may include short or long term work, and a range of physical and mental health needs
• Working as part of an MDT to enable people to overcome barriers to accessing mainstream health and social care services, where appropriate.
• As part of the wider clinical team, ensure that the care and support needs of individuals within Step Service accommodation are assessed - in line with principles of Discharge to Assess (D2A)
• Contributing to ongoing development of the occupational therapy service within OHHI, and wider service delivery and process.
• Providing guidance or consultation to staff across health, social care, and third sector services to support understanding of occupational needs and therapeutic approaches.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-OA8356556

Job locations

Rectory Centre

27-29 Rectory Road

Cowley, Oxford

OX4 1BU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Job description Job responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration: Occupational Therapist

Desirable

• Post graduate training relating to client group

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post qualification experience

Desirable

• Experience of working with the homeless community.

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in community mental health in line with professional requirements
• Demonstrate an understanding of clinical risk assessment and management

Desirable

• Have a developed understanding of Clinical Governance

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current professional registration: Occupational Therapist Desirable Post graduate training relating to client group Experience Essential Demonstrable post qualification experience Desirable Experience of working with the homeless community. Knowledge Essential Specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in community mental health in line with professional requirements Demonstrate an understanding of clinical risk assessment and management Desirable Have a developed understanding of Clinical Governance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Rectory Centre

27-29 Rectory Road

Cowley, Oxford

OX4 1BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Rectory Centre

27-29 Rectory Road

Cowley, Oxford

OX4 1BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Do you have experience working as an Inpatient or Community Social Worker?

Do you want to transform the lives of people with mental health conditions?

We welcome applicants who are newly qualified and who are interested in a Band 5 development post.

We are a friendly and dynamic integrated mental health team in the beautiful City of Oxford and we are looking for strengths based social workers, who are committed to promoting the social perspective of mental health. Based in Headington, Shabs and Hilda will actively promote for you to be a relational based social worker and enhance your social work leadership skills to enable you to flourish and develop in your role.

We invest in higher level post qualifying professional development and our monthly social work forum is where our energetic collective meet to share ideas and talk about the messy stuff.

Newly qualified? Don't worry! We will give you the opportunity to develop a strong foundation in social work values and ethics (and all the complicated legal bits in between!). Our ASYE programme is excellent and you will have a protected case load for the duration of the supported year of practice.

Main duties of the job

You will play a crucial role in improving mental health outcomes for our service users. You will bring a distinctive social and rights based perspective to the work that you do and promote this within the multi-disciplinary team and beyond. You will liaise with other agencies to ensure that the needs and rights of people with lived experience of mental health are at the front and centre of services and interventions.

You will use your advanced relationship skills to work with people to make positive and self-directed change and support them to work towards recovery as defined by them. You will provide advocacy support and understand the important role of carers, working in partnership to support them especially at time of crisis.

Providing statutory social care assessments under the Care Act and s.117 after-care Mental Health Act is a key feature of the role and you will provide a strengths based, rights focused assessment to identify and meet need, ensuring timely review of packages of support.

Working with complexity and risk is a key feature of the role and you will use your safeguarding adults knowledge to identify abuse and neglect and work with the person and other agencies to seek ways in which to protect and safeguard the person. At times, you will need to use legislative frameworks such as the Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act to support people who are unable to make decisions for themselves, balancing and protecting the rights of people and others.

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Job summary

Are you looking for an exciting chance to support young people in education?

The Bucks Children and Young People's Mental Healthservice are looking for people to join their team as a Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner(EMHP).

In line with the government's priority to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, the new Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) role is an exciting opportunity to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors in England. Successful candidates would join an established MHST service as we expand.

This is a training position which will involve studying at the University of Southampton undertaking training to come a qualified EMHP.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work under supervision and with support, to develop knowledge and practice skills.

• Delivering evidence-based intervention for children and young people in education setting with mild to moderate mental health problems.
• Helping children and young people within these settings who present with more severe problems to rapidly access more specialist services.
• Supporting and facilitating staff in education settings to identify and where appropriate manage issues related to mental health and wellbeing.
• Working with and within education environments to afford better access to specialist mental health services.
• To evidence development of those skills with associated knowledge acquisition to record and evidence progression towards an academic award and demonstrable practical ability

Successful candidates will be employed on a full-time basis by Oxford Health and based within schools in Buckinghamshire . There will be a requirement to travel to the University of Southampton for teaching purposes.

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-BM8354031

Job locations

Schools based within Buckinghamshire

Amersham and Aylesbury

HP6 5AY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) are part of an exciting new project funded by NHS England, Health Education England, with the aim of improving the mental health and wellbeing of children, young people and families, and schools in the community. This opportunity allows you to join an innovative new service during an exciting time whilst working alongside an enthusiastic, compassionate and inspiring team!

The role offers an exciting opportunity to continue to innovate and deliver high quality evidence-based care and whole system interventions, with great ongoing CPD opportunities.

All applicants must demonstrate in their application the ability to work at degree level or have an equivalent level of relevant experience. Experience of working with children and young people and an understanding of the educational system in England is highly desirable. The training programme for this post starts in January 2027, is 12 months in duration and will consist of academic and supervised practice learning across mental health services and educational settings. During training, the post-holder will work under supervision to enable them to gain the level of competence required to deliver high-quality, evidence-based early interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems.

Successful candidates will be offered a full-time educational programme specifically for the role in partnership with Southampton University. This post will be funded at NHS Agenda for Change (AfC) Band 4 level, gaining credits towards either a graduate or postgraduate level qualification (depending on level of previous academic study), on successful completion of training, candidates will be offered a permanent EMHP position with a starting salary projected to be based on the NHS AfC Band 5 scale.

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

The ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust is essential for this role. This role does not meet the minimum requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under UKVI regulations. To be considered, you must already hold the valid right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

Job description Job responsibilities The Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) are part of an exciting new project funded by NHS England, Health Education England, with the aim of improving the mental health and wellbeing of children, young people and families, and schools in the community. This opportunity allows you to join an innovative new service during an exciting time whilst working alongside an enthusiastic, compassionate and inspiring team! The role offers an exciting opportunity to continue to innovate and deliver high quality evidence-based care and whole system interventions, with great ongoing CPD opportunities. All applicants must demonstrate in their application the ability to work at degree level or have an equivalent level of relevant experience. Experience of working with children and young people and an understanding of the educational system in England is highly desirable. The training programme for this post starts in January 2027, is 12 months in duration and will consist of academic and supervised practice learning across mental health services and educational settings. During training, the post-holder will work under supervision to enable them to gain the level of competence required to deliver high-quality, evidence-based early interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems. Successful candidates will be offered a full-time educational programme specifically for the role in partnership with Southampton University. This post will be funded at NHS Agenda for Change (AfC) Band 4 level, gaining credits towards either a graduate or postgraduate level qualification (depending on level of previous academic study), on successful completion of training, candidates will be offered a permanent EMHP position with a starting salary projected to be based on the NHS AfC Band 5 scale. We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values. The ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust is essential for this role. This role does not meet the minimum requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under UKVI regulations. To be considered, you must already hold the valid right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Ability to study at degree level

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with children and young people

Skills

Essential

• Ability to study as a self-motivated learner
• Team player
• Excellent Time Management and Organisational Skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Ability to study at degree level Experience Desirable Previous experience of working with children and young people Skills Essential Ability to study as a self-motivated learner Team player Excellent Time Management and Organisational Skills

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Schools based within Buckinghamshire

Amersham and Aylesbury

HP6 5AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Schools based within Buckinghamshire

Amersham and Aylesbury

HP6 5AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a qualified and registered Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist seeking a new and exciting challenge?

The Crisis Response and Home Treatment Team in Buckinghamshire Mental Health Services is a key part of the Urgent Care Pathway meeting the demands of the Ten-Year Plan to provide Crisis Response and Home Treatment Services to the county of Buckinghamshire.

Clinicians employed into the team are part of an exciting and developing service aimed at supporting our most vulnerable patients and their families in the least restrictive setting possible, by providing a variety of highly intensive interventions at home.

Main duties of the job

A Crisis can manifest with a range of needs and whether you have a background in mental health nursing, social care or occupational therapy we want you to use your skills as part of a team to develop individualised care packages for our service users and their families.

We deliver home treatment interventions, as well as an online acute treatment programme and clinics at Saffron House, with support from psychiatrists, psychologist and the other clinicians. Training in brief interventions is encouraged and fully supported, as well as any other training related to Crisis Intervention and Home treatment.

Service Users access a crisis response in a variety of ways, ranging from referrals from their GP and attendance at an emergency department, to when they need care in the community and are seen by the police. The aim of the Urgent Care Pathway is to bring together all those access points under one team, including:

• Psychiatric Liaison
• Overnight Response Team
• Assessment Teams

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Job summary

Orchard House Surgery based in Newmarket, has an opportunity for an enthusiastic dispensing assistant to join our team, on a part-time basis. We are looking for someone to join us for 16-20 hours per week, worked Thursdays and Fridays, between the hours of 8am and 6pm.

Main duties of the job

• Ensure the safe, accurate and timely supply of prescribed medication to patients
• Provide medicines-related and healthy lifestyle advice to patients
• Assist in the smooth operation of the pharmacy
• Maintain patient medication records
• Oversee stock management
• Answer queries from patients

About us

We are a 6-partner PMS practice in Newmarket with approx. 11,400 patients and employ 3 further salaried doctors. The practice is one of three based that provides a high level of care to our patients in Newmarket and surrounding villages.

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to earn whilst you learn, undertaking a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship whilst gaining hands-on experience within both a busy GP practice and a community pharmacy setting.

Working under the supervision of experienced pharmacy professionals, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to support the safe and effective use of medicines, contribute to patient care, and play an important role in the delivery of pharmacy services. You will gain experience in medicines management, prescription processing, stock control, patient communication, and the use of pharmacy and clinical systems.

This unique placement offers exposure to both primary care and community pharmacy, providing a broad understanding of the pharmacy profession and helping to build a strong foundation for a successful career as a registered Pharmacy Technician.

The successful candidate will be supported throughout their apprenticeship by dedicated workplace supervisors and an approved training provider, enabling them to achieve a nationally recognised qualification whilst making a valuable contribution to patient care.

This role would suit someone who is organised, reliable, enthusiastic about healthcare, and committed to developing their skills in a patient-focused environment.

Main duties of the job

About us

Beauchief Medical Practice is a well-established NHS GP practice committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred healthcare to our local community. We pride ourselves on delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care through a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including GPs, ANPs, PAs, nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and administrative staff.

Job summary

The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to profound LD, ASD and ADHD as well as physical disabilities) including specialist therapeutic interventions, neurodevelopmental assessments with post-diagnostic support, MDT and group interventions, duty and initial assessments and brief, focused interventions for autism. Systemic and relational models form the basis for much of our work, alongside behavioural techniques and a variety of specialist, evidence based approaches. Referrals are diverse, reflecting our local community which we are proud to serve.

Main duties of the job

This is a highly specialist Psychologist post within CAMHS Disability, Community CAMHS. The post will provide senior clinical and pathway leadership across two key areas of the service: leading the Getting Help (Tier 2) intervention and group pathways across Community CAMHS, and supporting the strategic and clinical leadership of the SCAC autism assessment pathway for children and young people aged 5-18.

The post holder will work across Community CAMHS to strengthen timely, evidence-based Getting Help interventions, develop and coordinate group-based offers, and support consistent clinical pathways. Alongside this, the post holder will contribute senior clinical leadership to SCAC, supporting the quality, flow and development of the 5-18 autism assessment pathway.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job summary

The Buckinghamshire Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and dynamic therapist to join our acute SLT team. You will be joining a friendly SLT team working across Buckinghamshire, delivering high quality care.

This post offers the opportunity to work with acute SLT and MDT colleagues, providing swallowing and communication assessments and advice for patients admitted to Stoke Mandeville Hospital. The post holder is integral to the SLT provision in our admission areas and will work collaboratively with the REACT team to assess patients and enhance patient flow. The post holder will additionally support the ongoing care or patients throughout their inpatient admission. The post holder will be involved in the provision of instrumental assessment via FEES and VF.

We can offer training and development from within our team and this post could be considered as a band 6/band 7 development opportunity for the right person. In this situation the post holder would be supported to complete competencies related to acute care, to progress from a band 6 to a band 7.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will independently manage and take responsibility for their own caseload and will:

• Assess patients presenting in the A&E department or front-door service with acute communication and swallowing difficulties and interpret results from diagnostic tests, medical history, and multidisciplinary team (MDT) input to inform treatment plans.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, prioritizing cases based on acuity and severity of needs.
• Identify, assess, and diagnose swallowing and communication impairments and implement management programmes, or therapy, where appropriate.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care and effective management of speech and swallowing needs
• Use highly specialist clinical skills to manage an acute caseload of eating, drinking, swallowing and communication difficulties.
• Provide expert guidance and information to colleagues, patients and carers.
• To provide instrumental assessment, including Videofluoroscopy and FEES, as indicated in patient care.
• Support patients with communication impairments to engage with care planning and advanced care planning
• Demonstrate leadership and support the development of SLT and HCP colleagues.
• Independently take students on placement.
• Take responsibility for implementing service wide developments as appropriate and contribute to the operational delivery of acute services at Stoke Mandeville Hospital

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

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

Reference number

434-CR8296001-A

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Croft Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
• Health Professions Council Licence to Practice
• Completion of accredited post graduate qualification in dysphagia or equivalent, demonstrating completion of competencies

Desirable

• Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Membership of relevant Clinical Excellence Network
• Competencies achieved in Videoflurosocopy assessment and FEES assessment of swallowing

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Significant clinical experience in Speech and Language Therapy, typically at least 2-3 years at Band 6 or equivalent level
• Experience in assessment and management of complex communication and dysphagia in acute settings and in optimising patient flow
• Experience in clinical decision making and managing complex caseloads in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Proven ability to supervise and support junior staff, assistants, and students.
• Experience of the application of quality measures pertaining to SLT

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Well established knowledge of specialist SLT assessment and therapy tools relevant to these client groups including VFS and FEES.
• Knowledge of the roles of other professionals involved in the relevant areas of patient care
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications and use of the Internet for communication and information

Desirable

• Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and quality measures

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• e.g. Ability to work internal rotation

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent Health Professions Council Licence to Practice Completion of accredited post graduate qualification in dysphagia or equivalent, demonstrating completion of competencies Desirable Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Membership of relevant Clinical Excellence Network Competencies achieved in Videoflurosocopy assessment and FEES assessment of swallowing EXPERIENCE Essential Significant clinical experience in Speech and Language Therapy, typically at least 2-3 years at Band 6 or equivalent level Experience in assessment and management of complex communication and dysphagia in acute settings and in optimising patient flow Experience in clinical decision making and managing complex caseloads in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Proven ability to supervise and support junior staff, assistants, and students. Experience of the application of quality measures pertaining to SLT SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Well established knowledge of specialist SLT assessment and therapy tools relevant to these client groups including VFS and FEES. Knowledge of the roles of other professionals involved in the relevant areas of patient care Working knowledge of MS Office applications and use of the Internet for communication and information Desirable Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and quality measures SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential e.g. Ability to work internal rotation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Croft Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Croft Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated Accessto Health Records Officerto join our Medical Records team. You will play a key role in processing Subject Access Requests (SARs), ensuring patients and authorised representatives receive timely, lawful access to their health information. The role includes retrieving and preparing records, managing sensitive enquiries, and maintaining accurate documentation in line with GDPR and national legislation.

You will also provide supportive Registration Authority (RA) duties, including assisting with Smartcard registration and access updates to help maintain secure digital access across the Trust. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills within Information Governance and contribute to a vital statutory service.

Main duties of the job

• Receive, assess and process requests for access to patient records, ensuring valid consent and compliance with GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Access to Health Records Act 1990.

• Locate, retrieve, prepare and collate patient records from both paper and digital systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality at all times.

• Maintain up-to-date records of all requests, monitor progress and support timely completion within statutory deadlines.

• Communicate professionally with patients, solicitors, staff and external organisations, handling sensitive enquiries with tact and discretion.

• Provide basic guidance to staff on data protection and access to records requirements.

• Support the Registration Authority (RA) function by assisting with Smartcard registration tasks such as identity checks, issuing and updating Smartcards under supervision.

• Escalate complex cases, concerns or potential issues to the Access & Registration Lead.

• Travel to other Trust sites to retrieve records when required.

About us

Why colleagues think we are "a great place to work!"

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.

We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.

We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. Please contact [email protected] (our Armed Forces Covenant Lead) if you would like guidance or assistance with your application.

We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Job summary

Band 6 - Specialist Occupational Therapist

Seddon Suite Specialist Rehabilitation Unit - St Helens Hospital

Full time 37.5 hrs pw (part time considered)

Are you a confident Occupational Therapist who would like to explore a more rewarding clinical challenge in a highly specialist rehabilitation service? Are you ready to further develop your clinical and leadership skills?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our team at Seddon Suite Specialist Rehabilitation Unit, St Helens Hospital.

Seddon Rehab Unit offers a dedicated seven-day rehabilitation service as part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Rehabilitation Network, providing specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for adults following traumatic injury or serious illness. Rehabilitation is active and is provided at a level of intensity and duration that can be tolerated by the patient to enable the achievement of optimum functional potential. Our team work closely with patients and families to achieve the best possible level of independence and quality of life. In addition to the inpatients service, the unit also offers out-patient therapy services.

The JD & PS are currently under AfC review and are subject to change.

Please note- it is the applicant's responsibility to seek authorisation from their current manager to be released for the secondment before a formal application is made

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit an exceptional Occupational Therapist to this specialist post. The successful applicant will be part of a motivated, forward thinking, close interdisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Dietitians, Rehabilitation Assistants, Clinical Psychologists, a Rehabilitation Coordinator, Social Worker and Rehabilitation Nurses. The medical team is led by a Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine.

You will be joining an established OT team and will have access to support and supervision from a Clinical Lead (Band 7) Occupational Therapist. We have an excellent staff supervision system enabling our staff to develop both the service and themselves. The appropriate candidate will also demonstrate a strong commitment to training rotational therapists, rehabilitation assistants and undergraduate staff.

Continuous evidence-based practice and service development is fundamental to the team, and you will be passionate in identifying, leading and driving forward new projects.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time, enthusiastic band 3Phlebotomist to join our CQC rated 'Outstanding' Trust.

Based at West Berkshire Community Hospital, you will be working with a team of Phlebotomists. The department is expanding its opening hours and will be open between Monday to Friday between 08:00-18:00 hrs and on alternative Saturday mornings between 08:00-13:00 hrs. We are a busy, dynamic department and would like to hear from suitable qualified people.

You will have had recent phlebotomy experience (minimum 6 months) and are expected to complete our local competency assessments.

This post is for 2 positions:

22.5 hours per week, working various different shift times.

and

33.5hours per on a 2 weekly working pattern,

Week one:

Monday- 0800-1800, Wednesday- 0800-1800, Friday- 0800-1800 and Saturday - 0800-1300.

Week two:

Monday- 0800-1800, Tuesday- 0800- 1300, Wednesday- 0800-1800 and Friday - 0800-1800

Please note: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current UK immigration rules. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Main duties of the job

• Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample.
• Ensure safe collection of blood samples according to agreed procedures.
• Ensure appropriate and accurate labelling and dispatch specimens to laboratories.
• To answer the telephone and deal with calls politely and efficiently.

About us

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

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

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

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

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