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Band 3 Special School Complex Care Assistant (Enteral Feeds)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 day(s) ago
Band 3 Special School Complex Care Assistant (Enteral Feeds)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 day(s) ago
Band 3 Special School Complex Care Assistant (Enteral Feeds)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 day(s) ago
Band 3 Special School Complex Care Assistant (Enteral Feeds)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 day(s) ago
Band 7 Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you an innovative Occupational Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
3 day(s) ago
Band 7 Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you an innovative Occupational Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
3 day(s) ago
Band 5 Intermediate Care Pharmacy technician
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
3 day(s) ago
Band 5 Intermediate Care Pharmacy technician
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
3 day(s) ago
Band 8a Lead Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
6 day(s) ago
Band 8a Lead Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
6 day(s) ago
Bank Administration Levels 2, 3 and 4 (Monday to Friday only)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 14 - 15 per hour
Radiographer
Job summary Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bank NEEDS YOU!
7 day(s) ago
Bank Administration Levels 2, 3 and 4 (Monday to Friday only)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 14 - 15 per hour
Radiographer
Job summary Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bank NEEDS YOU!
7 day(s) ago
Band 8d Divisional Lead-Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 94,356 - 108,814 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Consultant Clinical Health Psychologist or a Neuropsychologist to take on the role of Health Psycholog...
7 day(s) ago
Band 8d Divisional Lead-Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 94,356 - 108,814 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Consultant Clinical Health Psychologist or a Neuropsychologist to take on the role of Health Psycholog...
7 day(s) ago
Band 2 Admin Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
8 day(s) ago
Band 2 Admin Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
8 day(s) ago
Band 6 Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary **This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 6 Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary **This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist within Rehabilitation Services
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary **This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist within Rehabilitation Services
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary **This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 3 Neurological Therapy Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 3 Neurological Therapy Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 8a Senior Practitioner Psychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 8a Senior Practitioner Psychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
10 day(s) ago
Band 6 Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
16 day(s) ago
Band 6 Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
16 day(s) ago
Bank Administration Levels 2, 3 and 4 (Monday to Friday only)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 14 - 15 per hour
Radiographer
Job summary Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bank NEEDS YOU!
1 month(s) ago
Bank Administration Levels 2, 3 and 4 (Monday to Friday only)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 14 - 15 per hour
Radiographer
Job summary Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bank NEEDS YOU!
1 month(s) ago
Band 8a Clinical Psychologist Preceptorship
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Band 8A Post or Band 7-8A Preceptorship Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist Community Learning Disabilities Team Learning Disabilities Div...
1 month(s) ago
Band 8a Clinical Psychologist Preceptorship
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Band 8A Post or Band 7-8A Preceptorship Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist Community Learning Disabilities Team Learning Disabilities Div...
1 month(s) ago
Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Counsellor
Job summary Are you an innovative Speech and Language Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
1 month(s) ago
Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Counsellor
Job summary Are you an innovative Speech and Language Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
1 month(s) ago
Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 7 Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you an innovative Occupational Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
1 month(s) ago
Band 7 Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you an innovative Occupational Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
1 month(s) ago
Band 5 Assistant Psychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary *** This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 5 Assistant Psychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary *** This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 7-8a Practitioner Psychologist - Preceptorship
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 7-8a Practitioner Psychologist - Preceptorship
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist- Stroke
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist- Stroke
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Counsellor
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
1 month(s) ago
Band 2 Housekeeper
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary *** This advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
21 day(s) ago
Band 2 Housekeeper
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary *** This advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
21 day(s) ago
Band 3 IMT Administrator - Spark Green
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
21 day(s) ago
Band 3 IMT Administrator - Spark Green
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
21 day(s) ago
Band 8a Advanced Clinical Practitioner Single Point of Access
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Radiographer
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
21 day(s) ago
Band 8a Advanced Clinical Practitioner Single Point of Access
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Radiographer
Job summary ***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
21 day(s) ago
Band 3 Special School Complex Care Assistant (Enteral Feeds)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2440235
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
You will work as part of the Special School Nursing Service in providing health care support to children/young people who require enteral feeds during their school day. (Enteral feeding refers to intake of food via gastrointestinal tract through a tube directly into the stomach or small intestine for children who are unable to have all their diet and fluids by mouth).
To work as part of a team supporting the Special School Nursing Service to deliver a high standard of care to children/young people.To contribute to safe and effective growth measurement of children/young people within special school nursing service in line with Healthy Child Programme.
To work as part of a multi-agency team within a special school and otherestablishments under the direction of the Team Leader, reporting relevantinformation to special school nurse
To undertake administrative duties to enable the service to function effectively.
Main duties of the job
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
We have a vacancy within our city-wide Special School Nursing Service for Band 3 Complex Care Assistant to support pupils' enteral feeding needs within Birmingham Special Schools.
The Post is for 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday, term time, with a 30-minute unpaid break.
If you have experience of working with Children, especially Children with complex learning and health needs, we would like to hear from you.
Full competency-based training will be given to successful applicants.
An Enhanced DBS will be required for this posts
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process.
Details
Date posted
21 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
Part-time, Term time hours
Reference number
820-8280164-CF
Job locations
City-Wide
Birmingham
B18 7EE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europes leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry.
We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Promoting Workforce Equality
In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under-represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to do this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under-representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under-represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
Job description Job responsibilities We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europes leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Promoting Workforce Equality In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under-represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to do this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under-representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under-represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ training
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or above in Care with experience / knowledge of working with children with complex needs.
- Evidence of continued learning and development.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with members of the public.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with children and young people.
- Previous clerical experience.
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate willingness to undertake a range of duties and to learn new tasks including clinical procedures where relevant.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of carrying out work within another agency's environment.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Disability.
- Awareness of Safeguarding issues.
- Ability to recognise the importance communication within the Multi-diciplinary team.
- Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and consequences of breaking confidentiality.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to team working and interagency working.
- Flexible approach to working with good interpersonal skills
- Able to relate to children and young people.
Other job requirements
Essential
- Willing and able to undertake training appropriate to the role.
- Computer literate.
- Ability to travel to work and other locations as required.
Desirable
- Able to organise own work.
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
Person Specification Qualifications/ training Essential NVQ Level 2 or above in Care with experience / knowledge of working with children with complex needs. Evidence of continued learning and development. Experience Essential Previous experience of dealing with members of the public. Desirable Previous experience of working with children and young people. Previous clerical experience. Skills/knowledge Essential Demonstrate willingness to undertake a range of duties and to learn new tasks including clinical procedures where relevant. Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of carrying out work within another agency's environment. Demonstrate an understanding of Disability. Awareness of Safeguarding issues. Ability to recognise the importance communication within the Multi-diciplinary team. Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and consequences of breaking confidentiality. Personal qualities Essential Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to team working and interagency working. Flexible approach to working with good interpersonal skills Able to relate to children and young people. Other job requirements Essential Willing and able to undertake training appropriate to the role. Computer literate. Ability to travel to work and other locations as required. Desirable Able to organise own work. Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
City-Wide
Birmingham
B18 7EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
City-Wide
Birmingham
B18 7EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 3 Special School Complex Care Assistant (Enteral Feeds)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2440226
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
You will work as part of the Special School Nursing Service in providing health care support to children/young people who require enteral feeds during their school day. (Enteral feeding refers to intake of food via gastrointestinal tract through a tube directly into the stomach or small intestine for children who are unable to have all their diet and fluids by mouth).
To work as part of a team supporting the Special School Nursing Service to deliver a high standard of care to children/young people.To contribute to safe and effective growth measurement of children/young people within special school nursing service in line with Healthy Child Programme.
To work as part of a multi-agency team within a special school and otherestablishments under the direction of the Team Leader, reporting relevantinformation to special school nurse
To undertake administrative duties to enable the service to function effectively.
Main duties of the job
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
We have a vacancy within our city-wide Special School Nursing Service for Band 3 Complex Care Assistant to support pupils' enteral feeding needs within Birmingham Special Schools.
The Post is for 18 hours per week, Monday - Friday, term time contract, fixed term for 12 months.
If you have experience of working with Children, especially Children with complex learning and health needs, we would like to hear from you.
Full competency-based training will be given to successful applicants.
An Enhanced DBS will be required for this posts
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process.
Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Term time hours
Reference number
820-8280093-CF
Job locations
City-Wide
Birmingham
B18 7EE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europes leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry.
We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Promoting Workforce Equality
In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under-represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to do this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under-representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under-represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
Job description Job responsibilities We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europes leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Promoting Workforce Equality In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under-represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to do this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under-representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under-represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ training
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or above in Care with experience / knowledge of working with children with complex needs.
- Evidence of continued learning and development.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with members of the public.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with children and young people.
- Previous clerical experience.
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate willingness to undertake a range of duties and to learn new tasks including clinical procedures where relevant.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of carrying out work within another agency's environment.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Disability.
- Awareness of Safeguarding issues.
- Ability to recognise the importance communication within the Multi-diciplinary team.
- Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and consequences of breaking confidentiality.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to team working and interagency working.
- Flexible approach to working with good interpersonal skills
- Able to relate to children and young people.
Other job requirements
Essential
- Willing and able to undertake training appropriate to the role.
- Computer literate.
- Ability to travel to work and other locations as required.
Desirable
- Able to organise own work.
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
Person Specification Qualifications/ training Essential NVQ Level 2 or above in Care with experience / knowledge of working with children with complex needs. Evidence of continued learning and development. Experience Essential Previous experience of dealing with members of the public. Desirable Previous experience of working with children and young people. Previous clerical experience. Skills/knowledge Essential Demonstrate willingness to undertake a range of duties and to learn new tasks including clinical procedures where relevant. Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of carrying out work within another agency's environment. Demonstrate an understanding of Disability. Awareness of Safeguarding issues. Ability to recognise the importance communication within the Multi-diciplinary team. Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and consequences of breaking confidentiality. Personal qualities Essential Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to team working and interagency working. Flexible approach to working with good interpersonal skills Able to relate to children and young people. Other job requirements Essential Willing and able to undertake training appropriate to the role. Computer literate. Ability to travel to work and other locations as required. Desirable Able to organise own work. Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
City-Wide
Birmingham
B18 7EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
City-Wide
Birmingham
B18 7EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 7 Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2435375
Job summary
Are you an innovative Occupational Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
- Experienced in neurodevelopmental conditions and looking for a new challenge?
- Are you passionate about working with children?
- Do you want the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive Multidisciplinary Team?
- Do you want to work in a vibrant city with a range of multicultural communities and be part of an inclusive Trust which is keen to reduce health inequalities?
If you are looking for an exciting role, we want to meet you!
Come and join us to work within a fast developing, dynamic and pioneering Neurodevelopmental (ND) Team across the city of Birmingham, working alongside a range of professionals, including from children's therapy, clinical psychology and medical colleagues, education and local authority partners.
We are looking for highly motivated and committed therapists with established skills in holistic, client-centred practice, for a number of posts at Band 7. The successful candidates will be offering, evaluating and developing, assessment and support of children with neurodivergent conditions within a multi-disciplinary team. You will offer clinical leadership and support to more junior team members and students. You will already be trained to use a range of standardised autism assessments, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team. You will carry out audits of clinical practice and support the development of the service.
Main duties of the job
You will have strong clinical skills and a passion for working with children with SEND, with a specific interest and expertise in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism. You will have proven experience of successfully working with a range of children and young people, their families and others. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be willing to work in a full range of locations across the city of Birmingham, as well as undertaking some assessments virtually.To make effective use of our mobile working technology and IT systems, you will also have good IT skills.
We offer a friendly and supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on Clinical Supervision and CPD to support your development. We have robust supervision arrangements through our team of Senior Therapists and AHP Leads.The Neurodevelopmental Team works as part of Inclusion Services within the Children and Families Division of Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We work across the whole City, within a range of settings, thus requiring successful applicants to demonstrate a high level of flexibility.
We value our staff and advocate career progression internally. We encourage our staff to contribute to service development, and we welcome and value new ideas and experience.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
19 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8191993-CF-A
Job locations
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical/ Professional Duties and Responsibilities: Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment. The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management. Working closely with the Neurodevelopmental Services and AHP Lead and Operational Manager to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation. Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate. Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service. Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities. Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area. Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required. Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health Professions Council Standards of Proficiency Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service. To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives. To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical/ Professional Duties and Responsibilities: Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment. The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management. Working closely with the Neurodevelopmental Services and AHP Lead and Operational Manager to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation. Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate. Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service. Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities. Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area. Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required. Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health Professions Council Standards of Proficiency Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service. To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives. To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree level qualification, relevant to service area
- HCPC Licence to practice
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
- Relevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation
- Relevant training in clinical leadership
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Desirable
- Masters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service
- Extensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings
- Extensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays
- Significant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
- Relevant experience of using leadership skills for service development
- Significant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
- Extensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard
- Significant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Competent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree level qualification, relevant to service area
- HCPC Licence to practice
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
- Relevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation
- Relevant training in clinical leadership
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Desirable
- Masters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service
- Extensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings
- Extensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays
- Significant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
- Relevant experience of using leadership skills for service development
- Significant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
- Extensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard
- Significant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Competent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
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Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
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Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
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Band 5 Intermediate Care Pharmacy technician
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2435288
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
Are you a proactive, self-motivated pharmacy technician who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care? BCHC is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic GPhC-registered Pharmacy Technician to join our Intermediate Care Pharmacy Team.
The post holder will have the opportunity to support the development and delivery of the team's medicines optimisation programme, helping to provide the highest quality of care for our patients. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support the management of medicines during transfers of care from other providers and contribute to systems that promote safer prescribing and the safe and secure handling of medicines. A thorough understanding of medicines management and medicines reconciliation following transfers between care settings is essential. You must be able to resolve identified issues and communicate effectively with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will primarily work across the Intermediate Care Units, alongside the clinical pharmacists. Our units are located across Birmingham, so the ability to travel between sites is essential.
Duties will include Level 2 medicines reconciliation, assessment of patients' own medicines, self-medication assessments and discharge counselling. The post holder will also practise as an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT), both in the dispensary and on the units, checking rewritten medication charts to confirm that they have been transcribed correctly.
Participating in audit and training of pharmacy and nursing staff, along with development of training documentation and Standard operating procedures.
About us
Be Part of Our Team....
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust delivers high-quality community and specialist healthcare services across Birmingham and the surrounding areas. Our Pharmacy Service plays a vital role in supporting safe, effective and patient-centred medicines use across a variety of settings, including community hospitals, intermediate care services and patients' homes.
We are committed to developing our workforce and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and collaboration. You will work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams and have access to a range of learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
As an inclusive employer, BCHC values diversity, promotes equality of opportunity and is dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of all staff. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to contribute to delivering excellent patient care.
Details
Date posted
19 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
820-8321748-COR
Job locations
Perry Trees Centre
Dovedale Road
Birmingham
B23 5BX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Intermediate Care Unit pharmacists will provide day-to-day guidance and support to the Intermediate Care Unit pharmacy technician. The post holder is expected to undertake the following duties both when an Intermediate Care Unit pharmacist is present and when working in their absence.
Perform level 2 medicines reconciliation as per Trust policy.
Complete accuracy checks on rewritten charts to ensure that the new charts are written correctly. Check patient notes to see if changes to patients medication are as intended. Discuss any potential problems with the ICU Pharmacist.
Obtain medication histories e.g. telephoning GPs when appropriate
Undertake patient counselling for self medication, discharge counselling and inhaler counselling at the request of the ICU pharmacist or Nursing team within the unit
To assess patients to see if they require a compliance aid, this may be in response to requests from doctors, nurses or pharmacists
Ensure medications are ordered by the unit prescribers for individual patients in a timely fashion to ensure continuous supply of medicines to prevent missed doses, liaising with the supplying pharmacies and prescribers
Ensure that medication is not being over ordered and waste medication is kept to a minimum
To check patients own medicines for suitability of reuse and highlight any shortfalls or queries with the patients prescribed / not prescribed medications to the unit pharmacist / unit prescriber or make the nursing team aware.
Ensure homely remedies and emergency drugs are ordered as per ordering schedule
Review and/or aid preparation of the discharge letter, adding any additional information in relation to medication where necessary, in the absence of the pharmacist.
Using own initiative to help ICU staff to ensure that medication is being ordered, stored administered and disposed of in compliance with guidelines and legal requirements.
Report any medication errors on the trust wide Datix system or when requested help investigate causes of errors.
Destroy Patients own medication, including Controlled drugs, on the unit when no longer required.
Act on CAS or Safety alerts as directed by Trust governance and action them in the absence of the ICU pharmacist
Perform audits as directed by Medicines Management
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Intermediate Care Unit pharmacists will provide day-to-day guidance and support to the Intermediate Care Unit pharmacy technician. The post holder is expected to undertake the following duties both when an Intermediate Care Unit pharmacist is present and when working in their absence.
Perform level 2 medicines reconciliation as per Trust policy.
Complete accuracy checks on rewritten charts to ensure that the new charts are written correctly. Check patient notes to see if changes to patients medication are as intended. Discuss any potential problems with the ICU Pharmacist.
Obtain medication histories e.g. telephoning GPs when appropriate
Undertake patient counselling for self medication, discharge counselling and inhaler counselling at the request of the ICU pharmacist or Nursing team within the unit
To assess patients to see if they require a compliance aid, this may be in response to requests from doctors, nurses or pharmacists
Ensure medications are ordered by the unit prescribers for individual patients in a timely fashion to ensure continuous supply of medicines to prevent missed doses, liaising with the supplying pharmacies and prescribers
Ensure that medication is not being over ordered and waste medication is kept to a minimum
To check patients own medicines for suitability of reuse and highlight any shortfalls or queries with the patients prescribed / not prescribed medications to the unit pharmacist / unit prescriber or make the nursing team aware.
Ensure homely remedies and emergency drugs are ordered as per ordering schedule
Review and/or aid preparation of the discharge letter, adding any additional information in relation to medication where necessary, in the absence of the pharmacist.
Using own initiative to help ICU staff to ensure that medication is being ordered, stored administered and disposed of in compliance with guidelines and legal requirements.
Report any medication errors on the trust wide Datix system or when requested help investigate causes of errors.
Destroy Patients own medication, including Controlled drugs, on the unit when no longer required.
Act on CAS or Safety alerts as directed by Trust governance and action them in the absence of the ICU pharmacist
Perform audits as directed by Medicines Management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council and maintain CPD portfolio for revalidation
- To have successfully completed the Accredited Checking Technician course
- BTEC National Certificate or NVQ level III in Pharmaceutical Sciences or other recognised equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in medicines reconciliation
- Relevant experience in ACT checking
Desirable
- Relevant experience in self medication training.
- Ability to prioritise work
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council and maintain CPD portfolio for revalidation
- To have successfully completed the Accredited Checking Technician course
- BTEC National Certificate or NVQ level III in Pharmaceutical Sciences or other recognised equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in medicines reconciliation
- Relevant experience in ACT checking
Desirable
- Relevant experience in self medication training.
- Ability to prioritise work
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Perry Trees Centre
Dovedale Road
Birmingham
B23 5BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
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Dovedale Road
Birmingham
B23 5BX
United Kingdom
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Band 8a Lead Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 6 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431647
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speech and Language Therapist with significant experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) as well as in leadership of SLT to join and lead the SLT team within Access to Communication and Technology (ACT).
The post-holder will work within the diverse caseload relating to Electronic Assistive Technology (EAT) with children and adults with communication and language difficulties who need AAC
ACT is a specialist electronic assistive technology service, which is based at the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6JA. We are a service made up of clinicians (Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapists, Health Care Scientists and assistants), technicians, stock and admin staff providing specialist assessment, set up, provision and maintenance of electronic assistive technology to meet the needs of children and adults who require Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Environmental Control (EC).
We are a friendly, enthusiastic, experienced and supportive team who work collaboratively as part of a national network of similar services, all funded by NHS England.
The post holder will need to work independently and travel widely within the West Midlands region and therefore being a car driver is essential.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Leadership across the West Midlands in the specialist area of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), in accordance with NHS England Service Specification D01/S/b
Clinical expert in the specialist area of Augmentative and Alternative Communication with responsibility for a significantly complex caseload of predominantly children but also adults all of who are non-verbal or illiterate.
To deliver an effective, evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy service within ACT. This will include day to day supervision, setting objectives and priorities, monitoring/reviewing performance, absence management, recruitment and conducting appraisals.
Identify, lead and or participate in service improvement initiatives and projects within ACT, the trust and nationally for AAC. This may include specific projects for individual patients, research, audit, as well as procedure development.
Provides expert / second opinions to the Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals within ACT, across the West Midlands Region and at a national level.
To be an active part of the ACT leadership team and deputise for the ACT service lead when necessary.
- To support the appropriate use of the ACT budget as part of the leadership team. To utilise resources only as required to prevent waste with average device costs around £3000 to £6000.
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BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8316229-ASR
Job locations
West Midlands Rehab Centre
West Midlands Rehab Centre 91 Oak Tree Lane
Birmingham
B296JA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the job description and main responsibilities, please see the attached documents.
Clinical
1. A lead clinician in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and provides second opinions, specialist advice and support in specialist area to own and other professional services throughout the Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust and the West Midlands Region.
2. Uses specialist knowledge underpinned by current theory and evidence-based practice such as speech, language and communication development and impairment, and child development in order to optimise communication to carry out specialist AAC multi-disciplinary assessments and support of clients in Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust and the West Midlands (a large multi-cultural and multi-lingual population). These are often 2 hour appointments that require sustained concentration.
3. Carry out physical handling procedures for positioning of the limbs and head of a client, to contribute to assessment for access to AAC
4. Manages own caseload of clients with disabilities of a complex nature, requiring tertiary referral, liaison with client, family, carers and professional teams including training and support.
5. Leads in client-centred goal setting and review, with full involvement of the local team (carers, family and professionals).
6. Structures clear intervention plans in highly complex cases, based on best practice, and is able to adapt to individual client needs and priorities.
7. Supports experienced SLTs to problem solve though critical analysis and evaluation for the planning, assessment and management of complex cases where the intervention pathway is not obvious or is open to interpretation.
8. Manages highly complex appointment recognising breakdown or conflict when it occurs and generating solutions, using excellent negotiation skills when liaising with clients, their families and local teams as an expert clinician in AAC.
9. Provide expert advice and consultancy to clients, relatives, carers and other professionals on how to manage issues arising from a clients communicative disabilities in relation to AAC needs.
10. Records and maintains up-to-date clinical case records including activity data in line with professional standards and Trust policies.
11. Measure outcomes of AAC intervention (techniques, low-tech tools and technology) for clients on own caseload.
12. Writes reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, which may be used in a legal context, eg. expert witness statements, tribunal reports.
13. Recommends appropriate AAC, which is often electronic assistive technology from a range of high cost devices and accessories. This is purchased from the departmental budget.
14. Sets up the prescribed equipment and ensures this is safe to use and clients team are trained in its use.
15. Offers intervention in the environment most appropriate to client needs, eg. home, school, college, day services.
16. Management of the telephone referral and advice line, triaging referrals and supporting local teams to enable AAC and Environmental Control needs across the West Midlands.
17. Have a working knowledge of Environmental Control including computer access to be able to triage and support referrals taking for these areas on the referral and helpline.
Professional
1. Complies with standards of professional conduct as laid down by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
2. Works within the professional standards of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapy.
3. Identifies and accesses appropriate Continuous Professional Development at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements and practices reflective learning.
Development
1. Engages with the Adult and Specialist Rehabilitation, Trust, Divisional and ACT clinical strategy to ensure that regional and national initiatives and priorities are taken into account.
2. Initiates and leads the development of new ways of working, including service redesign, working in partnership with other leads, the appropriate Trust corporate teams, commissioners, patients and others.
3. Uses expert knowledge to inform service development in specialist area and related areas of clinical need.
4. Integrates knowledge base to anticipate, contribute and respond to future developments in practice and technology.
5. Participates in, and assists to develop and maintain a high level academic and leading edge ethos within the department.
6. Formulates ACT Standard Operating Procedures and contributes to Trust, regional and national policy/care pathway developments in specialist area.
7. Leads in interagency and multi-disciplinary projects regarding service objectives in specialist area.
8. Represents ACT on National Working parties in relation to AAC.
9. Leads, promotes and takes an active part in AAC related research projects and clinical developments relevant to the work of the department
10. Initiates, undertakes, and participates in departments research/audit and clinical governance relevant to specialist area.
11. Analyses, presents and disseminates locally and regionally any findings of research relevant to the specialist area
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the job description and main responsibilities, please see the attached documents.
Clinical
1. A lead clinician in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and provides second opinions, specialist advice and support in specialist area to own and other professional services throughout the Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust and the West Midlands Region.
2. Uses specialist knowledge underpinned by current theory and evidence-based practice such as speech, language and communication development and impairment, and child development in order to optimise communication to carry out specialist AAC multi-disciplinary assessments and support of clients in Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust and the West Midlands (a large multi-cultural and multi-lingual population). These are often 2 hour appointments that require sustained concentration.
3. Carry out physical handling procedures for positioning of the limbs and head of a client, to contribute to assessment for access to AAC
4. Manages own caseload of clients with disabilities of a complex nature, requiring tertiary referral, liaison with client, family, carers and professional teams including training and support.
5. Leads in client-centred goal setting and review, with full involvement of the local team (carers, family and professionals).
6. Structures clear intervention plans in highly complex cases, based on best practice, and is able to adapt to individual client needs and priorities.
7. Supports experienced SLTs to problem solve though critical analysis and evaluation for the planning, assessment and management of complex cases where the intervention pathway is not obvious or is open to interpretation.
8. Manages highly complex appointment recognising breakdown or conflict when it occurs and generating solutions, using excellent negotiation skills when liaising with clients, their families and local teams as an expert clinician in AAC.
9. Provide expert advice and consultancy to clients, relatives, carers and other professionals on how to manage issues arising from a clients communicative disabilities in relation to AAC needs.
10. Records and maintains up-to-date clinical case records including activity data in line with professional standards and Trust policies.
11. Measure outcomes of AAC intervention (techniques, low-tech tools and technology) for clients on own caseload.
12. Writes reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, which may be used in a legal context, eg. expert witness statements, tribunal reports.
13. Recommends appropriate AAC, which is often electronic assistive technology from a range of high cost devices and accessories. This is purchased from the departmental budget.
14. Sets up the prescribed equipment and ensures this is safe to use and clients team are trained in its use.
15. Offers intervention in the environment most appropriate to client needs, eg. home, school, college, day services.
16. Management of the telephone referral and advice line, triaging referrals and supporting local teams to enable AAC and Environmental Control needs across the West Midlands.
17. Have a working knowledge of Environmental Control including computer access to be able to triage and support referrals taking for these areas on the referral and helpline.
Professional
1. Complies with standards of professional conduct as laid down by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
2. Works within the professional standards of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapy.
3. Identifies and accesses appropriate Continuous Professional Development at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements and practices reflective learning.
Development
1. Engages with the Adult and Specialist Rehabilitation, Trust, Divisional and ACT clinical strategy to ensure that regional and national initiatives and priorities are taken into account.
2. Initiates and leads the development of new ways of working, including service redesign, working in partnership with other leads, the appropriate Trust corporate teams, commissioners, patients and others.
3. Uses expert knowledge to inform service development in specialist area and related areas of clinical need.
4. Integrates knowledge base to anticipate, contribute and respond to future developments in practice and technology.
5. Participates in, and assists to develop and maintain a high level academic and leading edge ethos within the department.
6. Formulates ACT Standard Operating Procedures and contributes to Trust, regional and national policy/care pathway developments in specialist area.
7. Leads in interagency and multi-disciplinary projects regarding service objectives in specialist area.
8. Represents ACT on National Working parties in relation to AAC.
9. Leads, promotes and takes an active part in AAC related research projects and clinical developments relevant to the work of the department
10. Initiates, undertakes, and participates in departments research/audit and clinical governance relevant to specialist area.
11. Analyses, presents and disseminates locally and regionally any findings of research relevant to the specialist area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- Health and Care Professional Council Registration
- Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy Registration
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialised area
Desirable
- Masters Degree in relevant clinical area or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive postgraduate SLT experience
- Significant experience in the SLT management of people who use low and high tech AAC systems, Makaton signing or equivalent.
- Experience of managing or supervising a small team of SLT's on a day to day basis.
- Significant experience of managing a complex and diverse caseload independently, having given advice to others.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in AAC
other
Essential
- Ability to independently travel across the region, therefore car driver with full license
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- Health and Care Professional Council Registration
- Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy Registration
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialised area
Desirable
- Masters Degree in relevant clinical area or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive postgraduate SLT experience
- Significant experience in the SLT management of people who use low and high tech AAC systems, Makaton signing or equivalent.
- Experience of managing or supervising a small team of SLT's on a day to day basis.
- Significant experience of managing a complex and diverse caseload independently, having given advice to others.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in AAC
other
Essential
- Ability to independently travel across the region, therefore car driver with full license
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
West Midlands Rehab Centre
West Midlands Rehab Centre 91 Oak Tree Lane
Birmingham
B296JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
West Midlands Rehab Centre
West Midlands Rehab Centre 91 Oak Tree Lane
Birmingham
B296JA
United Kingdom
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Bank Administration Levels 2, 3 and 4 (Monday to Friday only)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429747
Job summary
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bank NEEDS YOU!
- Do you want to support the NHS in these unprecedented times?
- Are you passionate about care and looking for flexible working with weekly pay and NHS pension scheme membership?
- Do you want the opportunity to work in a large, diverse organisation that promotes values of being Caring, Open, Respectful, Responsible and Inclusive?
- If this appeals to you then apply now!
We are currently recruiting experienced Administrative and Clerical Bank Workers who are available to work Full Time hours on our Trust Bank,
Administrative Teams work from Monday to Friday and cover normal office hours
At the moment, there are no Evening and Weekend work shifts available
If you are an experienced Administrator, Personal Assistant, Secretary or HR Personnel, this could be the perfect opportunity for you
Temporary Staffing is an ideal way of beginning a career in the NHS !!
Main duties of the job
- The roles are based at various sites including Birmingham Dental Hospital, West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, Moseley Hall Hospital and West Heath Hospital, as well as our Trust HQ at Priestley Wharf in Birmingham
- Your application will be shortlisted as soon as possible.
- We will advise you if you have been successful and are to be invited to an interview
If you have the relevant qualifications, skills and experience and want to support us in providingBest Care: Healthy Communities, take a look at the variety of roles available within BCHC Trust Bank.
About us
BCHC provide high quality community and specialist services within Birmingham and the West Midlands. We deliver over 100 clinical services, out in people's homes and in over 200 healthcare settings for adults, children, people with learning disabilities, those with rehabilitation needs and also dental services. One of our key objectives is to be 'a great place to work'enabling everyone within the organisation to be the best that they can be.
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process.
- Also ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully; particularly that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£14.05 to £15.13 an hour per hour (inc. WTD pay) + enhancement
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-1002166A3-BANK-NOV
Job locations
Various
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recruitment DBS Update
With effect from 6 January 2026, all new employees who require a DBS as part of their role and current employees who require a new DBS or different level of DBS, will be recharged for the cost. Costs will only be recovered where individuals are not already paying this directly through the annual DBS Update Service.
For substantive employees, the Trust will continue to pay for the DBS as part of pre-employment checks where necessary and these costs will be recovered in three equal monthly instalments from the monthly salary.
Deductions for bank workers will be made weekly upon completion of mandatory training when payment is made and before any shifts can be worked.
For further information on the role, please see the attached assignment briefs Visit our websitehttps://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ for further details about our Trust
Job description Job responsibilities Recruitment DBS Update With effect from 6 January 2026, all new employees who require a DBS as part of their role and current employees who require a new DBS or different level of DBS, will be recharged for the cost. Costs will only be recovered where individuals are not already paying this directly through the annual DBS Update Service. For substantive employees, the Trust will continue to pay for the DBS as part of pre-employment checks where necessary and these costs will be recovered in three equal monthly instalments from the monthly salary. Deductions for bank workers will be made weekly upon completion of mandatory training when payment is made and before any shifts can be worked. For further information on the role, please see the attached assignment briefs Visit our websitehttps://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ for further details about our Trust
Person Specification
QualificationTrainingEducation
Essential
- QualificationTrainingEducation
Experience
Essential
- Experience
Other
Essential
- Standard of Application Form
Person Specification QualificationTrainingEducation Essential QualificationTrainingEducation Experience Essential Experience Other Essential Standard of Application Form
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Various
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Various
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Band 8d Divisional Lead-Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428746
Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Consultant Clinical Health Psychologist or a Neuropsychologist to take on the role of Health Psychology Lead within our Adults' Specialist Rehabilitation (ASR) division and our Adults Community Division (ACS).
This is an exciting senior leadership post at the heart of BCHC's Future Operating Model, offering the opportunity to shape person-centred, psychologically informed clinical health and rehabilitation across a diverse range of specialist services.
Your role will be to work collaboratively with senior Divisional leads to ensure we deliver a high quality, safe and effective service for Adults. You will work strategically and collaboratively with our neighbouring partners in acute, primary care and tertiary services to deliver a seamless and effective pathway of services for Adults
Main duties of the job
About the Role
You will provide strategic and professional leadership for psychology across ASR, covering:
Neurological rehabilitation (Level 1b inpatients)
Stroke inpatient and outpatient services
Acquired Brain Injury pathways
Specialist neurological clinics
MSK/pain services
Adult amputee services
Weight-management services
Other clinical health long term conditions
You will lead a skilled and supportive psychology workforce, work closely with divisional senior leadership, and contribute to service transformation, staff wellbeing, and high-quality psychological governance.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8d
Salary
£94,356 to £108,814 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Job share
Reference number
820-8354249-ASR
Job locations
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- About You We are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Clinical Neuropsychologist and or a clinical health psychologist with strong leadership skills, a passion for person-centred clinical health/ rehabilitation, and a commitment to innovation and service development. You will have
- A Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, HCPC registration, preferably specialist clinical health and or neuropsychology training, with eligibility for the neuropsychology register and significant post-qualification experience. (applications will be considered from candidates approaching completion of, or at the final stage of, their QiCN clinical portfolioplease clearly outline your current stage within your application). Advanced expertise in complex clinical health or neuropsychological assessment and intervention, alongside strong skills in communication, research, consultation, and supervision. Proven leadership, resilience, and a track record of service development, clinical governance, and supporting teams in high-pressure environments. The post if open to being negotiated as a fulltime and or part time basis. Why Birmingham & BCHC? Birmingham is a vibrant, diverse, and family-friendly city with excellent culture, green spaces, schools, and leisure opportunities. BCHC offers a supportive, values-driven environment with a strong focus on professional development and integrated community care. For full details, please refer to the job description. Management and Leadership Responsibilities
- Have an understanding of the national perspective and future strategy for the NHS and related areas of health to ensure that staff in your team/s are fully aware of the implications and can contribute effectively to service improvement.
- Develop and empower all members of your team/s to perform to high standards and innovate.
- Ensure supportive staff management arrangements are in place and carry out personal development reviews for direct reports. Ensure all staff in your team have annual PDRs resulting in specific objectives and effective personal development plans in line with the Knowledge and Skills Outline Framework.
- Responsible for leading in training and development of identified staff.
Job description Job responsibilities About You We are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Clinical Neuropsychologist and or a clinical health psychologist with strong leadership skills, a passion for person-centred clinical health/ rehabilitation, and a commitment to innovation and service development. You will have A Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, HCPC registration, preferably specialist clinical health and or neuropsychology training, with eligibility for the neuropsychology register and significant post-qualification experience. (applications will be considered from candidates approaching completion of, or at the final stage of, their QiCN clinical portfolioplease clearly outline your current stage within your application). Advanced expertise in complex clinical health or neuropsychological assessment and intervention, alongside strong skills in communication, research, consultation, and supervision. Proven leadership, resilience, and a track record of service development, clinical governance, and supporting teams in high-pressure environments. The post if open to being negotiated as a fulltime and or part time basis. Why Birmingham & BCHC? Birmingham is a vibrant, diverse, and family-friendly city with excellent culture, green spaces, schools, and leisure opportunities. BCHC offers a supportive, values-driven environment with a strong focus on professional development and integrated community care. For full details, please refer to the job description. Management and Leadership Responsibilities Have an understanding of the national perspective and future strategy for the NHS and related areas of health to ensure that staff in your team/s are fully aware of the implications and can contribute effectively to service improvement. Develop and empower all members of your team/s to perform to high standards and innovate. Ensure supportive staff management arrangements are in place and carry out personal development reviews for direct reports. Ensure all staff in your team have annual PDRs resulting in specific objectives and effective personal development plans in line with the Knowledge and Skills Outline Framework. Responsible for leading in training and development of identified staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- o A Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, HCPC registration, preferably specialist clinical health and or neuropsychology training, with eligibility for the neuropsychology register and significant post-qualification experience. (applications will be considered from candidates approaching completion of, or at the final stage of, their QiCN clinical portfolio--please clearly outline your current stage within your application).
- o Advanced expertise in complex clinical health or neuropsychological assessment and intervention, alongside strong skills in communication, research, consultation, and supervision.
- Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of neuropsychological practice.
Experience
Essential
- Assessed extensive experience of working as a registered clinical neuropsychologist, including extensive post qualification experience
- Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, acrs a range of care settings ( outpatient, community, primary care, in-patient and residential care) including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
- Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' neuropsychological care and treatment, within the context of a multi-disciplinary care plan and team.
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Doctoral level knowledge of clinical neuropsychology including highly developed knowledge of lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, and two or more distinct psychological therapies.Doctoral level knowledge of clinical psychology including highly developed knowledge of lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, and two or more distinct psychological therapies.
- Skills in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- A high level ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional persons within and outside the NHS.
- Skills in providing consultation
- Skills in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, highly technical, and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups.
- Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical neuropsychology.
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client groups,
- Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS.
- Formal training in supervision of other neuropsychologists.
- Highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialising behaved neuropsychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups
- Highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialised neuropsychological therapies and assessment methodologies.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiasm for a broad range of neuropsychological phenomena, an interest in models of service delivery, and an ability to articulate the value added by clinical neuropsychology services.
- Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to 'hold' the stress of others.
- A commitment to the evaluation of services, enthusiasm for both multi professional and uni-professional audit, and a wish to continue to develop expertise in the service area.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to identify provide and promote appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and severely challenging behaviours.
- Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour.
- Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings.
- Ability to articulate and interpret clearly the role of the profession of clinical neuropsychology based upon a good understanding of the framework of government and national professional policy.
- Ability to travel regularly across the Trust as required
- Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic or professional journals and/or books
Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential o A Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, HCPC registration, preferably specialist clinical health and or neuropsychology training, with eligibility for the neuropsychology register and significant post-qualification experience. (applications will be considered from candidates approaching completion of, or at the final stage of, their QiCN clinical portfolio--please clearly outline your current stage within your application). o Advanced expertise in complex clinical health or neuropsychological assessment and intervention, alongside strong skills in communication, research, consultation, and supervision. Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of neuropsychological practice. Experience Essential Assessed extensive experience of working as a registered clinical neuropsychologist, including extensive post qualification experience Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, acrs a range of care settings ( outpatient, community, primary care, in-patient and residential care) including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse. Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' neuropsychological care and treatment, within the context of a multi-disciplinary care plan and team. Skills/Knowledge Essential Doctoral level knowledge of clinical neuropsychology including highly developed knowledge of lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, and two or more distinct psychological therapies.Doctoral level knowledge of clinical psychology including highly developed knowledge of lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, and two or more distinct psychological therapies. Skills in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. A high level ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional persons within and outside the NHS. Skills in providing consultation Skills in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, highly technical, and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS. Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups. Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical neuropsychology. Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client groups, Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS. Formal training in supervision of other neuropsychologists. Highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialising behaved neuropsychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups Highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialised neuropsychological therapies and assessment methodologies. Personal Qualities Essential Enthusiasm for a broad range of neuropsychological phenomena, an interest in models of service delivery, and an ability to articulate the value added by clinical neuropsychology services. Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to 'hold' the stress of others. A commitment to the evaluation of services, enthusiasm for both multi professional and uni-professional audit, and a wish to continue to develop expertise in the service area. Ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills. Other Requirements Essential Ability to identify provide and promote appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and severely challenging behaviours. Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour. Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings. Ability to articulate and interpret clearly the role of the profession of clinical neuropsychology based upon a good understanding of the framework of government and national professional policy. Ability to travel regularly across the Trust as required Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic or professional journals and/or books
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
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Band 2 Admin Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 8 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425723
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
The post holder will provide a comprehensive administrative support to the departments within the Rehabilitation Services.
To work as part of a team and to carry out administrative duties on a day to day basis. This may include covering essential and appropriate operational duties in the absence of colleagues.
Main duties of the job
This is an opportunity to join the Stores Team at the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre. The role is varied and fast-paced, providing essential operational support to the Prosthetics and Orthotics Service through the effective management of stock, equipment orders, and deliveries.
Key responsibilities include:
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Receive, move, store and distribute Prosthetic and Orthotic materials, components and equipment throughout the department.
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Responding to telephone enquiries and queries received by the service, ensuring messages are communicated accurately and in a timely manner.
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Raising, processing, and completing equipment and stock orders.
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Maintain stock areas, ensuring materials and equipment are safely stored and readily accessible, including carrying out reqular stock takes
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Checking goods received against purchase orders to ensure accuracy and escalating any discrepancies or issues to the Team Lead.
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Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the Stores function to help maintain safe and effective patient care services.
- Load and unload deliveries and move stock between stores and clincal /workshop areas.
The successful candidate will be organised, reliable, and able to work effectively within a busy team environment while maintaining attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
About us
Be part of our team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8258063-ASR
Job locations
West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre
91 Oak Tree Lane
Birmingham
B29 6JA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see full job description
This role is NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see full job description
This role is NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RSA 2 or equivalent in typing or word processing
- GCSE level or equivalent in Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using Microsoft packages
- Experience of working in a stores, warehouse or similar environment
- Experience of working as part of a team and communicating effectively
- Experience of working in a busy environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential
Desirable
- Experience using a computerised stock management system
- Knowledge of prosthetic / orthotic equipment
- Experience of dealing with suppliers and deliveries
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Knowledge of RIO
Personal qualities
Essential
- Reliable and conscientious approach to work
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to assist the wider need of the department
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RSA 2 or equivalent in typing or word processing
- GCSE level or equivalent in Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using Microsoft packages
- Experience of working in a stores, warehouse or similar environment
- Experience of working as part of a team and communicating effectively
- Experience of working in a busy environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential
Desirable
- Experience using a computerised stock management system
- Knowledge of prosthetic / orthotic equipment
- Experience of dealing with suppliers and deliveries
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Knowledge of RIO
Personal qualities
Essential
- Reliable and conscientious approach to work
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to assist the wider need of the department
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre
91 Oak Tree Lane
Birmingham
B29 6JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre
91 Oak Tree Lane
Birmingham
B29 6JA
United Kingdom
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Band 6 Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2419076
Job summary
**This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested**
NB. All interviews will be face to face due to the recruitment process
We are delighted to be able to offer a committed and experienced clinician the opportunity to join our children's community service. This is a community post, across the large city of Birmingham, with a caseload of children and young people with neurological and developmental conditions. We would like to recruit an individual who has a keen interest in working with children and families within the community and as part of a multi agency team.
The work will primarily involve a combination of clinic based assessments delivering intervention in the form of prescribed Packages of Care.
NB * There may also be an opportunity to be part of the developing traded model within the BCHC+ OT service, SEND OT Team and the developing Experts at Hand Model.
Main duties of the job
To provide Occupational Therapy intervention at a specialist, targeted and universal level, functioning as an integral member of multi-professional team to support in the holistic assessment, diagnosis and intervention of children and young people according to agreed pathways.
To contribute towards ensuring children and young people with additional needs gain access to a broad, balanced and relevant education, whilst also having their exceptional needs met in an inclusive way.
Provide a source of clinical expertise/advice and guidance for families, carers, educational settings and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
To maintain, develop and promote excellence in clinical practice, with reference to current research and evidence-based practice, contributing to safe effective practice, alongside the service clinical leads.
To develop and maintain effective working relationships with parents / carers and other stakeholders, using negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
See Job Description for more details
About us
Why Join Birmingham Community Healthcare?
We are incredibly proud of our dedicated, innovative, and committed staff who deliver an extensive universal and targeted occupational therapy offer across Birmingham.
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND and are excited by the opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognised programme of work, Birmingham is the place for you.
Be a Part of Our Team:
The OT service work as part of Inclusion Services within the Children and Families Division of Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We work across the whole City, within a range of community and educational settings, thus requiring successful applicants to demonstrate a high level of flexibility
We value our staff and advocate career progression internally. We encourage our staff to contribute to service development, and we welcome and value new ideas and experiences.
We offer a supportive working environment with access to specialist clinical support, and an emphasis on sharing good practice through effective team working.
Important: please ensure you check Trac account regularly for communications.
Details
Date posted
12 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8242315-CF
Job locations
Soho Health Centre
247 Soho Road
Birmingham
B219RY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description for more detailed information and responsibilities:
- Carrying out Occupational Therapy at a universal, targeted and specialist level. This includes assessments, developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment, to meet the needs of the clients, schools, families and their environments, in accordance with agreed pathways and in line with the tired model of service delivery.
- Work as part of multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams, including educational colleagues, providing Occupational Therapy intervention/support for children and young people.
- To provide care plans to meet goals and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions using appropriate outcome measures and make any necessary modifications
- Use specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making. Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach
- Enable and empower staff, parents/caregivers to identify childrens needs and provide strategies to help at the earliest opportunity.
- Provide training and bespoke clinical support to children and young people, early years/ school staff and parents/caregivers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description for more detailed information and responsibilities:
- Carrying out Occupational Therapy at a universal, targeted and specialist level. This includes assessments, developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment, to meet the needs of the clients, schools, families and their environments, in accordance with agreed pathways and in line with the tired model of service delivery.
- Work as part of multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams, including educational colleagues, providing Occupational Therapy intervention/support for children and young people.
- To provide care plans to meet goals and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions using appropriate outcome measures and make any necessary modifications
- Use specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making. Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach
- Enable and empower staff, parents/caregivers to identify childrens needs and provide strategies to help at the earliest opportunity.
- Provide training and bespoke clinical support to children and young people, early years/ school staff and parents/caregivers.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Degree level qualification in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Professional Registration
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
- Relevant training/short courses in specialist area e.g. Sensory-Integration
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Competent in using evidence base to inform clinical decisions and best practice
- Knowledge of the national and political agenda influencing health services
- Knowledge of the needs of a diverse social and ethnic population and the impact on all aspects of service provision
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload and has insight into own coping strategies
- Ability to reflect on clinical practice and initiate appropriate changes
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels within the boundaries of the role and clinical competence
Experience
Essential
- Significant post reg experience as a paediatric OT
- Relevant OT experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention with children
- Relevant experience of working with children within an educational setting, Multi Professional Team
- Relevant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
- Relevant experience of delivering successful effective training to other professionals
- Significant experience of providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
Other
Essential
- Has a full, valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle to use for work
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Degree level qualification in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Professional Registration
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
- Relevant training/short courses in specialist area e.g. Sensory-Integration
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Competent in using evidence base to inform clinical decisions and best practice
- Knowledge of the national and political agenda influencing health services
- Knowledge of the needs of a diverse social and ethnic population and the impact on all aspects of service provision
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload and has insight into own coping strategies
- Ability to reflect on clinical practice and initiate appropriate changes
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels within the boundaries of the role and clinical competence
Experience
Essential
- Significant post reg experience as a paediatric OT
- Relevant OT experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention with children
- Relevant experience of working with children within an educational setting, Multi Professional Team
- Relevant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
- Relevant experience of delivering successful effective training to other professionals
- Significant experience of providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
Other
Essential
- Has a full, valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle to use for work
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Soho Health Centre
247 Soho Road
Birmingham
B219RY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Soho Health Centre
247 Soho Road
Birmingham
B219RY
United Kingdom
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Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist within Rehabilitation Services
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2419074
Job summary
**This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment**
It is essential that you have a recognised Physiotherapy qualification and current HCPC registration to apply for this post.
We are excited to offer the opportunity for a Specialist Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our physiotherapy service within the Adult and Specialist Rehabilitation Division. The post covers 12monthly rotations through the following services:
- Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)
- Specialist Clinics
- Inpatient Neurological Rehabilitation Unit (INRU)
- Stroke Unit
- Birmingham Neurological Rehab Team (BNRT)
- Moor Green - Outpatient Brain Injury Service
Rotations are based at either Moseley Hall Hospital or the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre (Selly Oak).
Join our well-established specialist teams to deliver neuro-rehabilitation to patients with varied and complex presentations in a wide variety of clinical settings. The post offers great opportunities to both utilise and develop your rehabilitation skills.
Applicants will require existing experience in neuro-rehabilitation, a holistic, goal and patient centred approach, excellent communication, organisation and team working skills. Respiratory and supervisory experience is also desirable.
Main duties of the job
Provide physiotherapy input to the rehabilitation services on a rotational basis through participating in uni and multi-disciplinary assessment and coordination of treatment programmes for patients using these services
Assessing patients' physiotherapy needs, planning, carrying out and coordinating an individual treatment plan using sound clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based practice. This will include physiotherapy treatment as required alongside the provision of FES
Providing assessment and analysis of rehabilitation, social and care needs of complex patients as part of the Inter-Disciplinary Team, referring on to outside agencies / professionals in discussion with senior members of staff
On the In-patient Neuro Rehabilitation Unit, Moor Green and Birmingham Neuro Rehabilitation Team, involvement in key working a set number of patients in order to plan and co-ordinate their outpatient programme and act as point of contact for clients, carers and outside agencies
Negotiating with patients and carers to agree realistic goals. Deal sensitively with clients and carers / families coping with difficult diagnoses or with long term / degenerative conditions who may have unrealistic expectations
Supervisory responsibility for Physiotherapy students and Therapy Assistants
Provide informative reports and discharge summaries to GP's, social services, outside agencies and other therapy staff
About us
Be Part of Our Team....
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
For information about the Division please view the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre website at: https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/patients-public/rehabilitation/
Applications should be completed online atwww.jobs.nhs.uk. If unable to access a computer, application packs may be obtained from the Centralised Recruitment Team Office, Human Resources Dept, Moseley Hall Hospital. Tel: Direct Line 0121 466 7430.
Details
Date posted
12 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8305569-ASR
Job locations
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Moseley
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification document for full details of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification document for full details of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Grad Dip Phys / Diploma in Physiotherapy / Physiotherapy Degree
- Health and Care Professions Council registration
- Evidence of relevant neurological Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Active member of clinical interest group
Experience
Essential
- Varied comprehensive rotations at junior grade, undertaken with significant post-registration experience
- Experience in neurology
- Experience of assessing complex disability including clients with brain injury, spinal cord injury, progressive neurological disorders
- Experience of writing reports
- Experience of manually handling patients and/or equipment safely to attain positioning necessary to perform safe and effective clinical assessments and treatments
- Highly developed manual and palpatory skills, physiotherapeutic handling and positioning skills, gait re-education and exercise programme development skills for patients with neurological problems
- Experience of using cognitive, behavioural and communication strategies to ensure optimal treatment outcomes and rehabilitation goals are met
- Knowledge and understanding of the rehabilitation process
- Understanding of community support agencies and other professions, and ability to work and liaise with them
- Computer skills
- Basic working knowledge of orthotics
- Evidence of good organisational skills including prioritisation of workload and time management skills, and ability to work independently
- Ability to demonstrate sound knowledge and application of up to date clinical trends, practices and models used in the treatment of people with neurological conditions, including evidence based ones
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current legislative changes affecting the NHS especially those relevant to physiotherapy
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Clinical Governance, standard setting, the audit process and evidence-based practice (understanding of principles of clinical governance)
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients/carers /colleagues and other agencies
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team
- Ability to generate written communication, which is relevant, concise, accurate and legible.
- Understanding of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) & clinical indications for its use
Desirable
- Supervisory experience
- Basic skills in digital photography and use of associated computer software
- Presentation skills, including use of PowerPoint
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation when working in a variety of situations
- Willing to develop new skills as required by relevant services
- Commitment to interdisciplinary team working
- Ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrates commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and valuing diversity
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to be independently mobile to travel across the Trust locations and for home visits on BNRT rotation
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Grad Dip Phys / Diploma in Physiotherapy / Physiotherapy Degree
- Health and Care Professions Council registration
- Evidence of relevant neurological Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Active member of clinical interest group
Experience
Essential
- Varied comprehensive rotations at junior grade, undertaken with significant post-registration experience
- Experience in neurology
- Experience of assessing complex disability including clients with brain injury, spinal cord injury, progressive neurological disorders
- Experience of writing reports
- Experience of manually handling patients and/or equipment safely to attain positioning necessary to perform safe and effective clinical assessments and treatments
- Highly developed manual and palpatory skills, physiotherapeutic handling and positioning skills, gait re-education and exercise programme development skills for patients with neurological problems
- Experience of using cognitive, behavioural and communication strategies to ensure optimal treatment outcomes and rehabilitation goals are met
- Knowledge and understanding of the rehabilitation process
- Understanding of community support agencies and other professions, and ability to work and liaise with them
- Computer skills
- Basic working knowledge of orthotics
- Evidence of good organisational skills including prioritisation of workload and time management skills, and ability to work independently
- Ability to demonstrate sound knowledge and application of up to date clinical trends, practices and models used in the treatment of people with neurological conditions, including evidence based ones
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current legislative changes affecting the NHS especially those relevant to physiotherapy
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Clinical Governance, standard setting, the audit process and evidence-based practice (understanding of principles of clinical governance)
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients/carers /colleagues and other agencies
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team
- Ability to generate written communication, which is relevant, concise, accurate and legible.
- Understanding of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) & clinical indications for its use
Desirable
- Supervisory experience
- Basic skills in digital photography and use of associated computer software
- Presentation skills, including use of PowerPoint
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation when working in a variety of situations
- Willing to develop new skills as required by relevant services
- Commitment to interdisciplinary team working
- Ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrates commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and valuing diversity
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to be independently mobile to travel across the Trust locations and for home visits on BNRT 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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Moseley
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Moseley
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
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Band 3 Neurological Therapy Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2419073
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Therapy Assistant to join our established multidisciplinary team on the neuro rehabilitation ward working with patients that have had Strokes and other neurological conditions such Traumatic Brain Injury. The role will include supporting inpatients with their rehabilitation at Moseley Hall Hospital.
We are looking for a dynamic, organised, and enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to work closely alongside our Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, to support and deliver progressive rehabilitation programmes, aiding our patients to reach their maximum functional abilities and achieve their goals. The role can be physically demanding but very rewarding.
The successful candidate will require good written and verbal communication skills and be computer literate.
The post holder will be supported to work through Band 3 Therapy Assistant Competencies, with training provided as required.
Please note: The split of time between working with the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy teams may fluctuate depending on the needs of the patients and service.
Main duties of the job
- To assist the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists with the assessment and ongoing therapeutic management of Neuro In-Patients. Conditions may include complex permanent disabilities, multiple pathologies, life-limiting conditions and challenging and unpredictable behaviours.
- To assist the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in delivering the Therapy Service within the unit, the community and with pre- discharge assessments of patients within their own homes.
- Reporting back to the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists on the outcomes of delegated treatments.
- To work as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, supporting registered health practitioners, contributing to the effectiveness of team working in neuro rehabilitation.
- Ability to work flexibly across a 7 day working pattern and to provide support within the neuro rehabilitation beds as and when required.
About us
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process
- lease ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
12 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
10 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
820-8257781-ASR
Job locations
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see the Job Description and Personal Specification document attached.
Job description Job responsibilities For further information about this role please see the Job Description and Personal Specification document attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training
Essential
- BTEC (Occupational Therapy Support Workers) or NVQ Level 3 in an OT/PT Care related
Skills/knowledge Range and level of skills Depth and extent of knowledge
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the basic aims and principles of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy and the Therapy Assistant role
- Computer literate
- Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy skills and completion of associated competencies
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy equipment and able to assess and fit safely in the community
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Health Care Support Worker or Therapy Assistant in Care of the Elderly or Rehabilitation
- Show evidence of self development and rehabilitation skills with the above mentioned
- Demonstrate ability to work as part of the MDT
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oAbility to be flexible, adaptable and able to work on own initiative
- oAble to empathise with and relate to patients, carers and staff
- oEnthusiasm and recognition of the need for self development
Desirable
- oAdvocacy skills
Person Specification Qualifications / training Essential BTEC (Occupational Therapy Support Workers) or NVQ Level 3 in an OT/PT Care related Skills/knowledge Range and level of skills Depth and extent of knowledge Essential Good written and verbal communication skills Desirable Demonstrate a knowledge of the basic aims and principles of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy and the Therapy Assistant role Computer literate Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy skills and completion of associated competencies Knowledge of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy equipment and able to assess and fit safely in the community Experience Essential Experience as a Health Care Support Worker or Therapy Assistant in Care of the Elderly or Rehabilitation Show evidence of self development and rehabilitation skills with the above mentioned Demonstrate ability to work as part of the MDT Personal Qualities Essential oAbility to be flexible, adaptable and able to work on own initiative oAble to empathise with and relate to patients, carers and staff oEnthusiasm and recognition of the need for self development Desirable oAdvocacy 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.
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).
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Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
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Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
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United Kingdom
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Band 8a Senior Practitioner Psychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2419068
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Practitioner Psychologist to join our Neurodevelopmental Pathway (Autism Assessment Service) specialist psychology service. The role will involve assessing children presenting with neurodevelopmental needs across all sectors of care within the Birmingham catchment area.
The post holder will be part of the multidisciplinary team in the Neurodevelopmental Hubs and liaise closely with colleagues in education.
They will also supervise and support the psychological assessments and therapy provided by other psychologists and others who provide psychologically based care and treatment.
They will support a culture of research and utilise research skills for audit, policy and service developments and propose and implement policy changes within the Service and the broader multidisciplinary team. They will also be highly visible and, accessible and a figure to whom staff, patients and their families, can turn to for assistance, advice and support.
Main duties of the job
1. To provide specialist psychological assessment of children based upon theappropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological datafrom a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychologicalassessment, self-reported measures, rating scales, direct and indirectstructured observations and semi-structured interviews with children, familymembers and others involved in the child's care.2. To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/ormanagement of a child's psychological problems. This is to be based upon anappropriate conceptual framework of the client's problems, and employingmethods of proven efficiency, across the full range of care settings.3. To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions forchildren, carers, families and groups within and across teams. This wouldinvolve adjusting and refining psychological formulations and drawing upondifferent explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisionalhypotheses.4. To use highly developed specialist knowledge of a range of work proceduresand practices including that of SEND processes and education agenda.
See attached Job Description for details of main duties.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
Birmingham is a vibrant, rich, ethnically diverse city, with a large population of young people. Join Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) where more than 5000 members of staff work across Birmingham and the West Midlands to deliver a wide range of community and specialist healthcare services. BCHC delivers over a hundred clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. This includes services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
Our range of healthcare service provision within the C&F Division also offers opportunities to develop clinical leadership skills and be involved with clinical projects and pathway development. The Psychology Service offers support and close links with other psychologists through facilitated reflective practice groups, CPD events and team meetings. There are good links with the local DClinPsy training courses and the MSCi pathway at Birmingham and Coventry Universities.
Details
Date posted
12 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8210629-CF-A
Job locations
citywide
5 Mill Pool Way
BIRMINGHAM
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To provide specialist psychological assessment of children based upon theappropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological datafrom a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychologicalassessment, self-reported measures, rating scales, direct and indirectstructured observations and semi-structured interviews with children, familymembers and others involved in the childs care.2. To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/ormanagement of a childs psychological problems. This is to be based upon anappropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems, and employingmethods of proven efficiency, across the full range of care settings.3. To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions forchildren, carers, families and groups within and across teams. This wouldinvolve adjusting and refining psychological formulations and drawing upondifferent explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisionalhypotheses.4. To use highly developed specialist knowledge of a range of work proceduresand practices including that of SEND processes and education agenda.
See attached Job description and person specification attached.
Job description Job responsibilities 1. To provide specialist psychological assessment of children based upon theappropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological datafrom a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychologicalassessment, self-reported measures, rating scales, direct and indirectstructured observations and semi-structured interviews with children, familymembers and others involved in the childs care.2. To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/ormanagement of a childs psychological problems. This is to be based upon anappropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems, and employingmethods of proven efficiency, across the full range of care settings.3. To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions forchildren, carers, families and groups within and across teams. This wouldinvolve adjusting and refining psychological formulations and drawing upondifferent explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisionalhypotheses.4. To use highly developed specialist knowledge of a range of work proceduresand practices including that of SEND processes and education agenda. See attached Job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oPost graduate Doctoral level training in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
- oHCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
Desirable
- oPost-doctoral qualification, training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
- oTraining in the supervision of doctoral level trainee psychologists
- oTraining and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology
Skills
Essential
- oHighly specialist skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, including psychometrics such as ADOS-2 and, or, ADI-R, intervention and management including specialist clinical interviewing, behavioural observation, complex psychometric testing and specialist neuropsychological testing
- oKnowledge of the presentation, assessment of and intervention with people with complex neurodevelopmental and mental health difficulties
- oWell developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to children, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
- oSkills and experience in providing consultation to other professional and non professional groups, across agencies
- oDoctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology
- oKnowledge of typical and atypical child development including neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD/ASD
- oKnowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. dual diagnoses, children with additional learning disabilities or difficulties etc)
- oKnowledge of legislation in relation to children
Experience
Essential
- oExperience of specialist psychological assessment and individual and group-based treatment of children, including children with neurodevelopmental differences
- oExperience of maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
- oExperience of liaison work with other professionals and agencies
Desirable
- oExperience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity
- oExperience of teaching, training and supervision
- oExperience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts
- oRelevant R&D or clinical audit work post-qualification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oSelf-motivated
- oPositive, energetic, enthusiastic in outlook and able to set a good example
- oAbility to manage under pressure; work to tight deadlines, evidencing excellent time management
- oAble to work independently or as part of a team.
Desirable
- oEvidence of strong leadership skills, the ability to negotiate, persuade and influence at a senior level with a supportive style whilst also able to take difficult decisions and act assertively
- oKeen to develop services in line with service, educational and research priorities with the service
Person Specification Qualifications Essential oPost graduate Doctoral level training in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology. oHCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist Desirable oPost-doctoral qualification, training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice oTraining in the supervision of doctoral level trainee psychologists oTraining and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology Skills Essential oHighly specialist skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, including psychometrics such as ADOS-2 and, or, ADI-R, intervention and management including specialist clinical interviewing, behavioural observation, complex psychometric testing and specialist neuropsychological testing oKnowledge of the presentation, assessment of and intervention with people with complex neurodevelopmental and mental health difficulties oWell developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to children, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS oSkills and experience in providing consultation to other professional and non professional groups, across agencies oDoctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology oKnowledge of typical and atypical child development including neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD/ASD oKnowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. dual diagnoses, children with additional learning disabilities or difficulties etc) oKnowledge of legislation in relation to children Experience Essential oExperience of specialist psychological assessment and individual and group-based treatment of children, including children with neurodevelopmental differences oExperience of maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse oExperience of liaison work with other professionals and agencies Desirable oExperience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity oExperience of teaching, training and supervision oExperience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts oRelevant R&D or clinical audit work post-qualification Personal Qualities Essential oSelf-motivated oPositive, energetic, enthusiastic in outlook and able to set a good example oAbility to manage under pressure; work to tight deadlines, evidencing excellent time management oAble to work independently or as part of a team. Desirable oEvidence of strong leadership skills, the ability to negotiate, persuade and influence at a senior level with a supportive style whilst also able to take difficult decisions and act assertively oKeen to develop services in line with service, educational and research priorities with the service
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
citywide
5 Mill Pool Way
BIRMINGHAM
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
citywide
5 Mill Pool Way
BIRMINGHAM
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
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Band 6 Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 16 day(s) ago
Reference: 2385942
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
Looking for a new opportunity to develop your skills in rehabilitation?
Want to live in the youngest city in Europe? Truly cosmopolitan with a diverse population of over 1.1 million, Birmingham has the largest open space in Europe and fantastic network links to the rest of the UK.
Look no further, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Early Intervention Community Team within Birmingham Community Health Care NHS Foundation Trust, the largest community trust in the country.
Part of a wider Early Intervention programme, which has delivered in the last 12 months: 77000 fewer acute bed days used, 19000 fewer non-acute bed days and people spend 11.5 fewer days in the system. Overall having an impact of £25.8million saved for Birmingham to reinvest in Health and Social Care developments.
Main duties of the job
Six health and social care organisations joined forces in the region to deliver this truly integrated service. Alongside BCHC, other partners include Birmingham City Council, University Hospitals Birmingham, Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust, Birmingham and Solihull CCG and Sandwell and West Birmingham CCG
You will be joining a community team in the midst of one of the largest Health and Social Care transformations in the country, with exciting changes and developments, preventing avoidable hospital admissions, premature admission to long-term residential care and facilitating early hospital discharge, plus the added bonus of Birmingham being a fantastic place to work and live.
A real opportunity to work within the self-motivated and aspirational MDT daily, we are currently looking for someone to dynamically lead and promote a culture of home first rehabilitation, so the people of Birmingham are treated in the right place at the right time, evidenced by clinical and performance outcomes. Working multi-professionally, completing assessments and interventions, whilst ensuring the delivery of high quality intervention to patients within their own homes and other community settings.
About us
IMPORTANT
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- Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address
Be Part of Our Team...
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
06 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
820-8242685-COM-A
Job locations
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
A person who is an excellent communicator with a flexible approach, and has existing, or an eagerness to establish, links with Health and Social care partners and a passion for 'trusted assessor' principles, will be at an advantage when working in this team. You will have opportunities to support junior staff and students, as well as drive and lead in service development projects and quality patient care.
he post holder will act as a practitioner for Occupational Therapy within the Adults Community Services Division.
The post holder will ensure access to urgent and routine Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention provide and monitor treatment programmes at home and ensure safe discharge or referral on to alternative services as appropriate. They will work in partnership with patients, carers and other health and social care agencies to promote independence and develop individual plans of care relevant to person needs
A person who is an excellent communicator with a flexible approach, and has existing, or an eagerness to establish, links with Health and Social care partners and a passion for 'trusted assessor' principles, will be at an advantage when working in this team. You will have opportunities to support junior staff and students, as well as drive and lead in service development projects and quality patient care.
We run an excellent Inspire leadership training programme for all staff with line management responsibility, alongside other opportunities to develop your career.
HCPC/NMC registrations are a requirement for registered staff roles.
The post holder will be expected to work shifts as required over 7 days per week in line with service delivery
Informal enquiries speak to:
Jazz - 0121 303 8920
Email: [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
A person who is an excellent communicator with a flexible approach, and has existing, or an eagerness to establish, links with Health and Social care partners and a passion for 'trusted assessor' principles, will be at an advantage when working in this team. You will have opportunities to support junior staff and students, as well as drive and lead in service development projects and quality patient care.
he post holder will act as a practitioner for Occupational Therapy within the Adults Community Services Division.
The post holder will ensure access to urgent and routine Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention provide and monitor treatment programmes at home and ensure safe discharge or referral on to alternative services as appropriate. They will work in partnership with patients, carers and other health and social care agencies to promote independence and develop individual plans of care relevant to person needs
A person who is an excellent communicator with a flexible approach, and has existing, or an eagerness to establish, links with Health and Social care partners and a passion for 'trusted assessor' principles, will be at an advantage when working in this team. You will have opportunities to support junior staff and students, as well as drive and lead in service development projects and quality patient care.
We run an excellent Inspire leadership training programme for all staff with line management responsibility, alongside other opportunities to develop your career.
HCPC/NMC registrations are a requirement for registered staff roles.
The post holder will be expected to work shifts as required over 7 days per week in line with service delivery
Informal enquiries speak to:
Jazz - 0121 303 8920
Email: [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
- Current Health and Care Professions Council registration.
- Extensive evidence of relevant post registration training and CPD.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a Multi -Disciplinary team
- Relevant rehabilitation experience for a variety of patients in a community setting
- Experience of working with other agencies.
- Proven Supervisory skills.
- Ability to plan and delegate daily workload
- Ability to demonstrate and share knowledge and application of up to date evidence based clinical trends and practices within the field of occupational therapy
Desirable
- Clinical Supervisors / Fieldwork education
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of appropriate assessment and treatment approaches for the patient group.
- Demonstrates a problem solving approach
- IT skills in Microsoft, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
- Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge and application of clinical effectiveness and evidence based practice
- Understanding and application of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy code of Professional Conduct
- Knowledge and application of Health and Safety issues and their relevance in the Community.
- Ability to administer and interpret standardise assessments/outcome measures.
- Ability to act as mentor/supervisor to junior staff and students on placement.
- Awareness of legislation related to Safeguarding Vulnerable adults.
- Knowledge and awareness of current government and initiative drivers.
- Ability to safely handle patients and equipment and to work in a range of positions
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
- Current Health and Care Professions Council registration.
- Extensive evidence of relevant post registration training and CPD.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a Multi -Disciplinary team
- Relevant rehabilitation experience for a variety of patients in a community setting
- Experience of working with other agencies.
- Proven Supervisory skills.
- Ability to plan and delegate daily workload
- Ability to demonstrate and share knowledge and application of up to date evidence based clinical trends and practices within the field of occupational therapy
Desirable
- Clinical Supervisors / Fieldwork education
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of appropriate assessment and treatment approaches for the patient group.
- Demonstrates a problem solving approach
- IT skills in Microsoft, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
- Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge and application of clinical effectiveness and evidence based practice
- Understanding and application of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy code of Professional Conduct
- Knowledge and application of Health and Safety issues and their relevance in the Community.
- Ability to administer and interpret standardise assessments/outcome measures.
- Ability to act as mentor/supervisor to junior staff and students on placement.
- Awareness of legislation related to Safeguarding Vulnerable adults.
- Knowledge and awareness of current government and initiative drivers.
- Ability to safely handle patients and equipment and to work in a range of positions
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
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Bank Administration Levels 2, 3 and 4 (Monday to Friday only)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2342247
Job summary
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bank NEEDS YOU!
- Do you want to support the NHS in these unprecedented times?
- Are you passionate about care and looking for flexible working with weekly pay and NHS pension scheme membership?
- Do you want the opportunity to work in a large, diverse organisation that promotes values of being Caring, Open, Respectful, Responsible and Inclusive?
- If this appeals to you then apply now!
We are currently recruiting experienced Administrative and Clerical Bank Workers who are available to work Full Time hours on our Trust Bank,
Administrative Teams work from Monday to Friday and cover normal office hours
At the moment, there are no Evening and Weekend work shifts available
If you are an experienced Administrator, Personal Assistant, Secretary or HR Personnel, this could be the perfect opportunity for you
Temporary Staffing is an ideal way of beginning a career in the NHS !!
Main duties of the job
- The roles are based at various sites including Birmingham Dental Hospital, West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, Moseley Hall Hospital and West Heath Hospital, as well as our Trust HQ at Priestley Wharf in Birmingham
- Your application will be shortlisted as soon as possible.
- We will advise you if you have been successful and are to be invited to an interview
If you have the relevant qualifications, skills and experience and want to support us in providingBest Care: Healthy Communities, take a look at the variety of roles available within BCHC Trust Bank.
About us
BCHC provide high quality community and specialist services within Birmingham and the West Midlands. We deliver over 100 clinical services, out in people's homes and in over 200 healthcare settings for adults, children, people with learning disabilities, those with rehabilitation needs and also dental services. One of our key objectives is to be 'a great place to work'enabling everyone within the organisation to be the best that they can be.
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process.
- Also ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully; particularly that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£14.05 to £15.13 an hour per hour (inc. WTD pay) + enhancement
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-1002166A3-BANK-OCT
Job locations
Various
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recruitment DBS Update
With effect from 6 January 2026, all new employees who require a DBS as part of their role and current employees who require a new DBS or different level of DBS, will be recharged for the cost. Costs will only be recovered where individuals are not already paying this directly through the annual DBS Update Service.
For substantive employees, the Trust will continue to pay for the DBS as part of pre-employment checks where necessary and these costs will be recovered in three equal monthly instalments from the monthly salary.
Deductions for bank workers will be made weekly upon completion of mandatory training when payment is made and before any shifts can be worked.
For further information on the role, please see the attached assignment briefs Visit our websitehttps://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ for further details about our Trust
Job description Job responsibilities Recruitment DBS Update With effect from 6 January 2026, all new employees who require a DBS as part of their role and current employees who require a new DBS or different level of DBS, will be recharged for the cost. Costs will only be recovered where individuals are not already paying this directly through the annual DBS Update Service. For substantive employees, the Trust will continue to pay for the DBS as part of pre-employment checks where necessary and these costs will be recovered in three equal monthly instalments from the monthly salary. Deductions for bank workers will be made weekly upon completion of mandatory training when payment is made and before any shifts can be worked. For further information on the role, please see the attached assignment briefs Visit our websitehttps://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ for further details about our Trust
Person Specification
QualificationTrainingEducation
Essential
- QualificationTrainingEducation
Experience
Essential
- Experience
Other
Essential
- Standard of Application Form
Person Specification QualificationTrainingEducation Essential QualificationTrainingEducation Experience Essential Experience Other Essential Standard of Application Form
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Various
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Various
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 8a Clinical Psychologist Preceptorship
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2339585
Job summary
Band 8A Post or Band 7-8A Preceptorship
Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist
Community Learning Disabilities Team
Learning Disabilities Division
0.8 WTE
We would welcome applications from Band 8a Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologists. The post is also open to trainee psychologists who will qualify in Autumn 2026 or band 7 psychologists who are seeking a new specialty.
We are looking for creative, innovative and enthusiastic Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologists to deliver clinical services within our Community Learning Disabilities Team in the Learning Disabilities Division.
You will deliver specialist psychological assessments and therapy, for individuals, groups and families as well as consultation to professionals. We pride ourselves on our compassionate and inclusive ways of working, which seek to reduce the risk of inpatient admission and associated trauma. We aim to improve the quality of life of clients , whilst emphasising the value of relationships and attachments with significant others.
Main duties of the job
Here is some feedback from trainees who have been on placement in the community team:
"the clients, close knit MDT and supportive supervisors make the community LD service a great place to work"
"lots of opportunities for getting involved with other aspects of the service, for example with staff wellbeing or the Service User Group"
"variety of interests within the psychology team which means you get to experience different models and perspectives. For example, there are opportunities to work systemically or from a trauma informed perspective"
We are currently working as a city-wide team and you will be expected to travel throughout Birmingham, with occasional out of area visits. You will be based at Riverside Lodge, our Learning Disabilities MDT base in Small Heath, with the aim ofpredominantly working with clients in the East of Birmingham. There may beopportunities for remote working within your working week, in balance with the needs of the MDT and our clients.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process
- Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8165906-LD-A
Job locations
Riverside Lodge
160 Hob Moor Road, Small Heath
Birmingham
B24 8BE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be joining an established group of friendly, committed, and supportive Psychologists, banded from 8C to 7, as well as Honorary Assistant Psychologists and trainees. We have psychology colleagues in the Intensive Support Team and Community Forensic Team. We utilise an exceptionally broad range of psychological models depending upon client need, including behavioural (primarily PBS), adapted CBT, systemic, narrative, ACT, CAT, attachment, CFT and EMDR. Working within our team would give you exposure to these models and additional training is actively encouraged using our Learning Beyond Registration scheme. We have developed a thriving family therapy/ staff consultation service and have links with local and national LD services.
Our psychologists work closely with colleagues within our leadership team and MDT to strive for care that is trauma informed, compassionate and formulation based. We facilitate rolling group interventions, including Emotion Regulation and Tree of Life groups. We support a small number of clients who are living with complex physical health conditions, pain and co-morbidity, in order to improve their quality of life and reduce health inequalities. As Birmingham is a diverse and multi-cultural community, we are mindful of the additional challenges that clients from marginalised communities may encounter when accessing our services. Our team is actively engaged in research; we are keen to facilitate opportunities for supervising doctoral research as well as smaller scale quality improvement projects.
Our service offers opportunities to develop clinical leadership skills, be involved with clinical projects and pathway development. The Psychology Service offers connection to and support from other psychologists through facilitated reflective practice groups, CPD events, forums and Special Interest Groups. There are strong links with the DClinPsy training course and the MSCi pathway at Birmingham University, as well as Coventry. There are opportunities for service user involvement work through our Service User Group. This challenges us to reflect upon and adapt our working practices and improve our clinical environment.
Key points to note
The relevant Band 8a Job Description and Person Specification is attached to this document .
For a discussion about the above post, you are very welcome to contact one of our senior Community LD psychologists: Dr Lisa Morris Consultant Clinical Psychologist at [email protected] or leave a message for Lisa on 0121 466 3900.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Dr Lisa Morris
Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 0121 466 3900
Additional contact information
Name: Ivy Winters
Job title: Service Manager
Email address: [email protected]
Job description Job responsibilities You will be joining an established group of friendly, committed, and supportive Psychologists, banded from 8C to 7, as well as Honorary Assistant Psychologists and trainees. We have psychology colleagues in the Intensive Support Team and Community Forensic Team. We utilise an exceptionally broad range of psychological models depending upon client need, including behavioural (primarily PBS), adapted CBT, systemic, narrative, ACT, CAT, attachment, CFT and EMDR. Working within our team would give you exposure to these models and additional training is actively encouraged using our Learning Beyond Registration scheme. We have developed a thriving family therapy/ staff consultation service and have links with local and national LD services. Our psychologists work closely with colleagues within our leadership team and MDT to strive for care that is trauma informed, compassionate and formulation based. We facilitate rolling group interventions, including Emotion Regulation and Tree of Life groups. We support a small number of clients who are living with complex physical health conditions, pain and co-morbidity, in order to improve their quality of life and reduce health inequalities. As Birmingham is a diverse and multi-cultural community, we are mindful of the additional challenges that clients from marginalised communities may encounter when accessing our services. Our team is actively engaged in research; we are keen to facilitate opportunities for supervising doctoral research as well as smaller scale quality improvement projects. Our service offers opportunities to develop clinical leadership skills, be involved with clinical projects and pathway development. The Psychology Service offers connection to and support from other psychologists through facilitated reflective practice groups, CPD events, forums and Special Interest Groups. There are strong links with the DClinPsy training course and the MSCi pathway at Birmingham University, as well as Coventry. There are opportunities for service user involvement work through our Service User Group. This challenges us to reflect upon and adapt our working practices and improve our clinical environment. Key points to note The relevant Band 8a Job Description and Person Specification is attached to this document . For a discussion about the above post, you are very welcome to contact one of our senior Community LD psychologists: Dr Lisa Morris Consultant Clinical Psychologist at [email protected] or leave a message for Lisa on 0121 466 3900. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Lisa Morris Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 0121 466 3900 Additional contact information Name: Ivy Winters Job title: Service Manager Email address: [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post graduate Doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
- HCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
Desirable
- Post-doctoral qualification, training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice.
- Training in the supervision of doctoral level trainee psychologists.
- Training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology
Experience
Essential
- experience of specialist psychological assessments /treatment
- experience of working with a wide variety of client groups
skills/knowledge
Essential
- skills in use of complex psychological assessments
- communication skills
- consultation skills
personal qualities
Essential
- self motivated
- positive ,energetic,enthusiastic
- ability to manage under pressure /tight deadlines /time management
other job requirements
Essential
- ability to teach/train others
- ability to work within a multicultural framework
- travel independently
- ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post graduate Doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology. HCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist Desirable Post-doctoral qualification, training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice. Training in the supervision of doctoral level trainee psychologists. Training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology Experience Essential experience of specialist psychological assessments /treatment experience of working with a wide variety of client groups skills/knowledge Essential skills in use of complex psychological assessments communication skills consultation skills personal qualities Essential self motivated positive ,energetic,enthusiastic ability to manage under pressure /tight deadlines /time management other job requirements Essential ability to teach/train others ability to work within a multicultural framework travel independently ability to identify and employ mechanisms 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.
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Riverside Lodge
160 Hob Moor Road, Small Heath
Birmingham
B24 8BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Riverside Lodge
160 Hob Moor Road, Small Heath
Birmingham
B24 8BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2333541
Job summary
Are you an innovative Speech and Language Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS? Or interested in Neurodevelopmental Conditions and looking for a new challenge?
- Are you passionate about working with children?
- Do you enjoy the prospect of working in a specialised environment?
- Do you want the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive Multidisciplinary Team?
- Do you want to work in a vibrant city with a range of multicultural communities and be part of an inclusive Trust which is keen to reduce health inequalities?
If you are looking for an exciting role, we want to meet you!
Come and join us to work within a fast developing, dynamic and pioneering Neurodevelopmental (ND) Team across the city of Birmingham, working alongside a range of professionals, including children's therapy, clinical psychology and medical colleagues, education and local authority partners.We are looking for highly motivated and committed therapist with skills in holistic, client-centred practice, for a post at Band 7.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will be offering, evaluating and developing, assessment and support of children with social communication difficulties and profound and multiple difficulties in a multi-disciplinary team. You will offer support to more junior team members and students. You will be trained to use a wide range of standardised assessments as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
You will have strong clinical and caseload management skills and a passion for working with children with SEND, with a specific interest in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism. You will have proven experience of successfully working with a range of clients, their families, and others in order for the child to achieve meaningful outcomes. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be willing to work in a full range of locations across the city of Birmingham, including child development centres, education settings and family homes, as well as undertaking some assessments virtually.To make effective use of our mobile working technology and IT systems, you will also have good IT skills.We offer a friendly and supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on Clinical Supervision and CPD to support your development. We have robust supervision arrangements through our team of Senior Therapists and AHP Leads.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8191732-CF
Job locations
Citywide
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area
- Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate
- Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge
- Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach
- Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care
- Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy
- Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment.
- The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use
- To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria
- Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members
- Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences
- Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management.
- Working closely with the Service Leads and Operational Managers to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation.
- Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate.
- Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service.
- Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area
- As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes
- As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area
- Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates
- Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level
- Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities.
- Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area.
- Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities
- Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required.
- Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency
- Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands
- Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care
- Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service.
- To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives.
- To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations.
- Administrative Duties and Responsibilities:
- Writing reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context
- Completing timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines including inputting activity into the IT system
- Using IT skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively managing mobile devices to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication
- To participate in quality assurance, clinical audit and outcome measure studies conducted by the department
Job description Job responsibilities Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment. The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management. Working closely with the Service Leads and Operational Managers to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation. Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate. Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service. Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities. Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area. Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required. Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service. To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives. To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations. Administrative Duties and Responsibilities: Writing reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context Completing timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines including inputting activity into the IT system Using IT skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively managing mobile devices to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication To participate in quality assurance, clinical audit and outcome measure studies conducted by the department
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oFirst degree level qualification, relevant to service area
- oHCPC Licence to practice
- oFull Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
- oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
- oRelevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation, neurodiversity
- oRelevant training in clinical leadership
Desirable
- oMasters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service
- oExtensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings
- oExtensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays
- oSignificant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
- oRelevant experience of using leadership skills for service development
- oSignificant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
- oExtensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard
- oSignificant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- oKnowledge of the national and political agenda influencing health services and specific service area
- oCompetent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area
Person Specification Qualifications Essential oFirst degree level qualification, relevant to service area oHCPC Licence to practice oFull Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area oRelevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation, neurodiversity oRelevant training in clinical leadership Desirable oMasters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area Experience Essential oExtensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service oExtensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings oExtensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays oSignificant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes oRelevant experience of using leadership skills for service development oSignificant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals oExtensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard oSignificant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism Skills/Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of the national and political agenda influencing health services and specific service area oCompetent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2325462
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
Are you an innovative Speech and Language Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS? Or interested in Neurodevelopmental Conditions and looking for a new challenge?
- Are you passionate about working with children?
- Do you enjoy the prospect of working in a specialised environment?
- Do you want the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive Multidisciplinary Team?
- Do you want to work in a vibrant city with a range of multicultural communities and be part of an inclusive Trust which is keen to reduce health inequalities?
If you are looking for an exciting role, we want to meet you!
Come and join us to work within a fast developing, dynamic and pioneering Neurodevelopmental (ND) Team across the city of Birmingham, working alongside a range of professionals, including children's therapy, clinical psychology and medical colleagues, education and local authority partners.
We are looking for highly motivated and committed therapists with skills in holistic, client-centred practice, for a post at Band 6.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will be offering, evaluating and developing, assessment and support of children with social communication difficulties and profound and multiple difficulties in a multi-disciplinary team. You will offer support to more junior team members and students. You will be trained to use a wide range of standardised assessments as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
You will have strong clinical and caseload management skills and a passion for working with children with SEND, with a specific interest in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism. You will have proven experience of successfully working with a range of clients, their families and others in order for the child to achieve meaningful outcomes. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be willing to work in a full range of locations across the city of Birmingham, including child development centres, education settings and family homes, as well as undertaking some assessments virtually.
About us
IMPORTANT
Please ensure you check your Trac account regularlyas this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection processPlease ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including BUSINESS EMAIL ADDRESS, telephone contact details and postal address for the most current THREEyears
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry.
We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8191888-CF
Job locations
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To identify and plan appropriate SLT intervention including assessment and delivering therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with SLT service agreed packages of care and pathways
- To provide appropriate treatment and evaluate outcomes with a full range of clients including complex clients.
- To use highly developed communication skills to explain complex information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members.
- To assess, diagnose and treat children with a range of communication and/or eating and drinking difficulties, making appropriate clinical decisions independently with support for highly complex clients.
- To make differential diagnosis of specialist and diverse cases with access to supervision for highly complex cases.
- To record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and Trust, professional and departmental policies.
- To complete timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines. The post holder will also be required to input activity into the IT system.
- To share specialist knowledge with colleagues at a local level including offering additional specialist experience and providing observation sessions for others.
- To access Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapists for support such as second opinions for highly complex cases as necessary.
- To contribute to evaluating and updating packages of care and pathways used within the SLT Service.
- To Identify and access appropriate Continuous Professional Development at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements and to practice reflective learning.
- To use keyboard skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively manage mobile device to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication.
- To manage infection control risks including those from bodily fluids.
- To write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context.
- To undertake reviews of evidence to underpin current practice.
- Undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.
Job description Job responsibilities To identify and plan appropriate SLT intervention including assessment and delivering therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with SLT service agreed packages of care and pathways To provide appropriate treatment and evaluate outcomes with a full range of clients including complex clients. To use highly developed communication skills to explain complex information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members. To assess, diagnose and treat children with a range of communication and/or eating and drinking difficulties, making appropriate clinical decisions independently with support for highly complex clients. To make differential diagnosis of specialist and diverse cases with access to supervision for highly complex cases. To record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and Trust, professional and departmental policies. To complete timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines. The post holder will also be required to input activity into the IT system. To share specialist knowledge with colleagues at a local level including offering additional specialist experience and providing observation sessions for others. To access Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapists for support such as second opinions for highly complex cases as necessary. To contribute to evaluating and updating packages of care and pathways used within the SLT Service. To Identify and access appropriate Continuous Professional Development at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements and to practice reflective learning. To use keyboard skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively manage mobile device to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication. To manage infection control risks including those from bodily fluids. To write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context. To undertake reviews of evidence to underpin current practice. Undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oA First degree level qualification plus post graduate qualification relevant in SLT
- oHCPC Licence to practice
- oFull Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
- oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area, e.g. ASD , dysphagia, fluency, SLI
Desirable
- oPost graduate qualification in paediatric dysphagia
- oTrained in ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
- oTrained in NAS EarlyBird
- oTrained in PECS
Experience
Essential
- oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of diagnostic assessment in any one of the following areas: ASD, dysphagia, fluency or SLI as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- oExperience of working as a qualified therapist in a range of pre-school multi-disciplinary settings
- oSignificant experience of delivering clinical support and supervision to less experienced Speech and Language Therapists and/or SLT assistants
- oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of managing a mixed and complexcaseload across a number of settings including Early years settings and clients' homes
- oDemonstrates high awareness of safeguarding issues and processes
- oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of successful multi-agency working with families and stakeholders in Local Authority and Health settings.
- oSpecialist management of a diverse caseload, as a qualified therapist, having provided support to other professionals.
- oSignificant experience of using augmentative communication e.g. Makaton signing, symbols, communication aids.
- oExperience of delivering successful/effective training to other professionals.
Skills
Essential
- oAble to use evidence base to inform clinical decision-making around complex presentations in specialist clinical area
- oAble to work with a range of families in a culturally and socially diverse area
- oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to explain complex ideas in a simple way. Able to write clear reports and notes to a professional standard.
- oAble to use signing and communication aids where appropriate.
- oIT literate and able to use a range of specialist programmes e.g. Communicate in Print.
Desirable
- oAble to develop specialist programmes of care & explain them to carers and staff.
Other job requirements
Essential
- oIs able to deliver a number of contacts across the working week across a range of settings
- oIs able and willing to move around the city.
- oIs able to carry a variety of equipment between locations safely.
- oIs able to work at various heights and locations according to needs of clients
Person Specification Qualifications Essential oA First degree level qualification plus post graduate qualification relevant in SLT oHCPC Licence to practice oFull Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area, e.g. ASD , dysphagia, fluency, SLI Desirable oPost graduate qualification in paediatric dysphagia oTrained in ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule) oTrained in NAS EarlyBird oTrained in PECS Experience Essential oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of diagnostic assessment in any one of the following areas: ASD, dysphagia, fluency or SLI as part of a multi-disciplinary team oExperience of working as a qualified therapist in a range of pre-school multi-disciplinary settings oSignificant experience of delivering clinical support and supervision to less experienced Speech and Language Therapists and/or SLT assistants oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of managing a mixed and complexcaseload across a number of settings including Early years settings and clients' homes oDemonstrates high awareness of safeguarding issues and processes oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of successful multi-agency working with families and stakeholders in Local Authority and Health settings. oSpecialist management of a diverse caseload, as a qualified therapist, having provided support to other professionals. oSignificant experience of using augmentative communication e.g. Makaton signing, symbols, communication aids. oExperience of delivering successful/effective training to other professionals. Skills Essential oAble to use evidence base to inform clinical decision-making around complex presentations in specialist clinical area oAble to work with a range of families in a culturally and socially diverse area oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to explain complex ideas in a simple way. Able to write clear reports and notes to a professional standard. oAble to use signing and communication aids where appropriate. oIT literate and able to use a range of specialist programmes e.g. Communicate in Print. Desirable oAble to develop specialist programmes of care & explain them to carers and staff. Other job requirements Essential oIs able to deliver a number of contacts across the working week across a range of settings oIs able and willing to move around the city. oIs able to carry a variety of equipment between locations safely. oIs able to work at various heights and locations according to needs of clients
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).
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Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Band 7 Occupational Therapist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2325460
Job summary
Are you an innovative Occupational Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS?
- Experienced in neurodevelopmental conditions and looking for a new challenge?
- Are you passionate about working with children?
- Do you want the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive Multidisciplinary Team?
- Do you want to work in a vibrant city with a range of multicultural communities and be part of an inclusive Trust which is keen to reduce health inequalities?
If you are looking for an exciting role, we want to meet you!
Come and join us to work within a fast developing, dynamic and pioneering Neurodevelopmental (ND) Team across the city of Birmingham, working alongside a range of professionals, including from children's therapy, clinical psychology and medical colleagues, education and local authority partners.
We are looking for highly motivated and committed therapists with established skills in holistic, client-centred practice, for a number of posts at Band 7. The successful candidates will be offering, evaluating and developing, assessment and support of children with neurodivergent conditions within a multi-disciplinary team. You will offer clinical leadership and support to more junior team members and students. You will already be trained to use a range of standardised autism assessments, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team. You will carry out audits of clinical practice and support the development of the service.
Main duties of the job
You will have strong clinical skills and a passion for working with children with SEND, with a specific interest and expertise in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism. You will have proven experience of successfully working with a range of children and young people, their families and others. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be willing to work in a full range of locations across the city of Birmingham, as well as undertaking some assessments virtually.To make effective use of our mobile working technology and IT systems, you will also have good IT skills.
We offer a friendly and supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on Clinical Supervision and CPD to support your development. We have robust supervision arrangements through our team of Senior Therapists and AHP Leads.The Neurodevelopmental Team works as part of Inclusion Services within the Children and Families Division of Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We work across the whole City, within a range of settings, thus requiring successful applicants to demonstrate a high level of flexibility.
We value our staff and advocate career progression internally. We encourage our staff to contribute to service development, and we welcome and value new ideas and experience.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8191993-CF
Job locations
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical/ Professional Duties and Responsibilities: Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment. The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management. Working closely with the Neurodevelopmental Services and AHP Lead and Operational Manager to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation. Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate. Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service. Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities. Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area. Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required. Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health Professions Council Standards of Proficiency Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service. To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives. To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical/ Professional Duties and Responsibilities: Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment. The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management. Working closely with the Neurodevelopmental Services and AHP Lead and Operational Manager to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation. Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate. Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service. Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities. Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area. Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required. Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health Professions Council Standards of Proficiency Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service. To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives. To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree level qualification, relevant to service area
- HCPC Licence to practice
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
- Relevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation
- Relevant training in clinical leadership
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Desirable
- Masters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service
- Extensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings
- Extensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays
- Significant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
- Relevant experience of using leadership skills for service development
- Significant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
- Extensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard
- Significant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Competent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree level qualification, relevant to service area
- HCPC Licence to practice
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
- Relevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation
- Relevant training in clinical leadership
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Desirable
- Masters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area
- Full Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service
- Extensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings
- Extensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays
- Significant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
- Relevant experience of using leadership skills for service development
- Significant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
- Extensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard
- Significant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Competent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
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Band 5 Assistant Psychologist
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2325458
Job summary
*** This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. ***
We have an exciting opportunity for a Assistant Psychologists to join our children and families division neurodevelopmental pathway. We are looking for creative and enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to support the delivery of clinical services. We are a specialist multi-disciplinary team and if you are passionate about supporting the development of services and to support the delivery of high quality input to neurodiverse people then we would love to hear from you.
Providing clinical services citywide, you will work with the qualified psychologists and multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of specialist psychological neurodevelopmental assessments for individuals, groups and families. We pride ourselves on our compassionate and inclusive ways of working with a strong agenda around equality and diversity at work and have a focus on staff wellbeing, both for ourselves as a psychology team, but also for our colleagues, clients and staff teams that we work with.
We are a friendly, city-wide team and you would be expected to travel throughout Birmingham.
Main duties of the job
Our psychology department is well established and we are looking for committed and passionate psychologists who will work with us to develop and grow psychology department within the Children and Families Division in the same vein. You will be joining an established wider group of friendly, committed and supportive Psychologists. The post holder will also be part of the professional network of Applied Psychologists working across Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, within our Learning Disabilities, Neuro Rehabilitation, Pain Management and Weight Management services.
Our psychologists work closely with colleagues within MDT to strive for care that is trauma informed, compassionate and formulation based. Birmingham is a diverse and multi-cultural community, we are mindful of the additional challenges that clients from marginalised communities may encounter when accessing our services. Our team is actively engaged in research projects and have strong links with Aston University and we are keen to facilitate opportunities for quality improvement projects.
The Psychology Service offers support and close links with other psychologists through facilitated reflective practice groups, CPD events and team meetings. There are good links with the local DClinPsy training courses and the MSCi pathway at Birmingham and Coventry Universities.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for better care and healthier communities, we want to hear from you.
There may be some opportunities to work from home within your working week, in line with the needs of the team.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8192115-CF
Job locations
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake evidence based psychological assessments of children, including psychometric assessment, self-report measures, rating scales, direct structured observations and semi-structured interviews with children, family members and others involved in the childs support.
- To assist in the formulation and development of childrens and families recommended support plans involving the psychological support and/or management of a childs difficulties, under the supervision of a qualified psychologist.
- To assist in the coordination and running of pre and post assessment groups.
- To work with other staff to assess children and review their histories, setting information and current presentation in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.
- To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and support to the benefit of all children and families in the service, across all settings where support takes place.
- To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.
- To communicate complex and sensitive information, including condition related information to children, families and staff within wider systems, as appropriate.
- To record personally generated clinical observations and collect clinical data.
- To work with clients with complex and emotive problems and be able to reflect on and contain own emotions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake evidence based psychological assessments of children, including psychometric assessment, self-report measures, rating scales, direct structured observations and semi-structured interviews with children, family members and others involved in the childs support.
- To assist in the formulation and development of childrens and families recommended support plans involving the psychological support and/or management of a childs difficulties, under the supervision of a qualified psychologist.
- To assist in the coordination and running of pre and post assessment groups.
- To work with other staff to assess children and review their histories, setting information and current presentation in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.
- To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and support to the benefit of all children and families in the service, across all settings where support takes place.
- To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.
- To communicate complex and sensitive information, including condition related information to children, families and staff within wider systems, as appropriate.
- To record personally generated clinical observations and collect clinical data.
- To work with clients with complex and emotive problems and be able to reflect on and contain own emotions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An undergraduate degree in psychology.
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively
- Ability to reach scheduled appointments across the city in a timely fashion.
- Ability to travel independently Trustwide
Desirable
- Ability to undertake planned out of hours clinical activities relevant to the provision of psychological care pathways
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of postgraduate work with children with mental health and physical health care needs.
- Relevant experience pertaining to an Assistant Psychologist/Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner.
- Experience of working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions.
Skills
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of children and families with neurodiverse presentations and mental health problems or other care needs.
- Understanding and experience of working in a multicultural context.
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a support context.
- Experience using IT for databases or data-analysis
Desirable
- High standard of report writing.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated.
- Positive, energetic, enthusiastic in outlook and able to set a good example
- Ability to manage under pressure; work to tight deadlines, evidencing excellent time management
- Able to work independently or as part of a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An undergraduate degree in psychology.
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively
- Ability to reach scheduled appointments across the city in a timely fashion.
- Ability to travel independently Trustwide
Desirable
- Ability to undertake planned out of hours clinical activities relevant to the provision of psychological care pathways
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of postgraduate work with children with mental health and physical health care needs.
- Relevant experience pertaining to an Assistant Psychologist/Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner.
- Experience of working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions.
Skills
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of children and families with neurodiverse presentations and mental health problems or other care needs.
- Understanding and experience of working in a multicultural context.
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a support context.
- Experience using IT for databases or data-analysis
Desirable
- High standard of report writing.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated.
- Positive, energetic, enthusiastic in outlook and able to set a good example
- Ability to manage under pressure; work to tight deadlines, evidencing excellent time management
- Able to work independently or as part of a team.
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Citywide
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
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Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
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Band 7-8a Practitioner Psychologist - Preceptorship
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2325456
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
We have exciting opportunities for either newly or recently qualified Band 7 Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologists looking for a post with potential career progression to join our team under a Preceptorship development programme. We would also welcome applications from Band 8a Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologists. Based on relevant experience, these posts can be offered at a Band 8a or band 7 Preceptorship arrangement.
We are looking for creative, innovative and enthusiastic Clinical/Counselling/ Forensic Psychologists to deliver clinical services within our neurodevelopmental pathway, Children and Families Division. We are a specialist multi-disciplinary team and if you are passionate about developing services and delivering high quality input to neurodiverse people then we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Providing clinical services citywide, you will work with the multidisciplinary team to deliver specialist psychological neurodevelopmental assessments for individuals, groups and families as well as consultation to other professionals. You will have opportunities to develop a special interest in other parts of our division for example, within inclusion services, 0-19 provision and palliative care. We pride ourselves on our compassionate and inclusive ways of working with a strong agenda around equality and diversity at work and have a focus on staff wellbeing, both for ourselves as a psychology team, but also for our colleagues, clients and staff teams that we work with.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for better care and healthier communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £64,750 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
820-8192375-CF
Job locations
City Wide Post
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for information on the main duties of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for information on the main duties of the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An undergraduate degree in psychology.
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of children across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings.
- Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment (including psychometrics such as ADOS), intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to children, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups.
- Knowledge of typical and atypical child development including neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD/ASD
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. dual diagnoses, children with additional learning disabilities or difficulties etc).
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to children
Desirable
- Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated.
- Positive, energetic, enthusiastic in outlook and able to set a good example
- Ability to manage under pressure; work to tight deadlines, evidencing excellent time management
- Able to work independently or as part of a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An undergraduate degree in psychology.
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of children across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings.
- Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment (including psychometrics such as ADOS), intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to children, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups.
- Knowledge of typical and atypical child development including neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD/ASD
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. dual diagnoses, children with additional learning disabilities or difficulties etc).
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to children
Desirable
- Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated.
- Positive, energetic, enthusiastic in outlook and able to set a good example
- Ability to manage under pressure; work to tight deadlines, evidencing excellent time management
- Able to work independently or as part of a team.
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
City Wide Post
Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B35 7QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
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Birmingham
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Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist- Stroke
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2325452
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic team leader, with relevant experience, who is keen to use their knowledge and skills in supporting a team of Speech and Language Therapist to deliver rehabiliation to adults with complex communication and swallowing difficulties. As an organisation we pride ourselves on delivering high quality patient centred care. The successful applicant will become an integral part of a dedicated specialist rehab team comprising of speech & language therapists, physiotherapists, clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, nurses, doctors and skilled support staff. You will line manage and provide supervision to a small team of junior speech and language therapists, students and support staff/assistants. Excellent communication skills and flexibility are essential to the role.
This is a fixed term post due to the current post holder taking maternity leave.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will manage a small team of Speech and Language Therapist within a stroke rehabiliation ward and become an integral part of the MDT leadership team.
You must be able to use your skills to independently undertake specialist assessment, and design patient centred rehabilaition programes, for complex communication and swallowing needs for clients within a specialist neurological caseload.
You will be expected to work as an integral part of the stroke rehabilitation MDT to deliver specialist rehabliation programmes including navigating highly complex clinical situations that includes interventions for people with complex eating and drinking problems dealing with issues of mortality, morbidity and ethical dilemmas.
You will use your skills and knowledge to work independently, provide second opinions and support the developement of knowledge and skills of junior colleagues and students.
As part of the leadership role you will be expected to lead on qualitiy improvement initiatives and service development for the service, the trust and the stroke pathway. You will also be expected to deliver training programmes with a specialist content contributing to the development of junior Speech and Language Therapists, Students, AHPs, rehabilitation assistants, rehabilitation nurses and housekeepers.
About us
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8121665-ASR-A
Job locations
Moseley hall hospital
Alcester road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake differential diagnosis of complex cases within a specialist caseload.
- Assess, develop and implement highly specialised programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of clients.
- Structure clear therapy plans based on best practice and adapted to individual client needs and priorities.
- Use highly developed analytical and judgemental skills to negotiate with speech & language therapy colleagues, other professionals and carers with reference to management of complex cases.
- Record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and trust policies
- Write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, which may be used in a legal context.
- Offer specialist clinical support and provide second opinions to other speech and language therapists within and outside of the department.
- Independently manage a caseload that includes people with complex eating and drinking problems, dealing with issues of mortality, morbidity and ethical dilemmas.
- Manage patients with tracheostomy and supervise less experienced speech and language therapists working in this area.
- Manage risks from bodily fluids and infections in the environment.
Lead on audit in specialist clinical area.
Participate or lead on research projects within the neuro-rehabilitation service.
Undertake frequent reviews of evidence to underpin clinical practice.
Use Trust information technology systems.
- Lead on inter-agency and multidisciplinary projects regarding service objectives.
- Lead on specific projects within the neuro-rehabilitation service.
- Advise on service delivery, clinical governance, policy development and audit, including proposing changes and developments.
- Identify need, plan, devise, deliver and evaluate training programmes with a specialist content contributing to the development of rehabilitation assistants, rehabilitation nurses and housekeepers.
- Act as clinical educator for speech and language therapy students.
- Offer additional highly specialist experience within the neuro-rehabilitation service and coordinate observation sessions for other professionals.
- Share highly specialist knowledge at local, regional and national level.
- Participate and lead in the appraisal system for speech and language therapy.
- Identify and engage in professional development activities at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements
Management and Leadership Responsibilities
- Develop and empower all members of your team to perform to high standards and innovate.
- Ensure supportive staff management arrangements are in place and carry out personal development reviews for direct reports. Ensure all staff in your team have annual PDRs resulting in specific objectives and effective personal development plans in line with the Knowledge and Skills Outline Framework.
- Develop staff knowledge and skills to promote equality and diversity and address inequalities both in employment and service delivery. Ensure specific equality objective are included in PDRs.
- Develop a culture that ensures that the standards of Improving Working Lives and Investors in People are achieved and maintained for all staff and that staffs perception about their working lives is measured and improvements made.
- To undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.
- To minimise the Trusts environmental impact wherever possible, including recycling, switching off lights, computers, monitors and equipment when not in use. Helping to reduce paper waste by minimising printing/copying and reducing water usage, reporting faults and heating/cooling concerns promptly and minimising travel. Where the role includes the ordering and use of supplies or equipment the post holder will consider the environmental impact of purchases.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake differential diagnosis of complex cases within a specialist caseload.
- Assess, develop and implement highly specialised programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of clients.
- Structure clear therapy plans based on best practice and adapted to individual client needs and priorities.
- Use highly developed analytical and judgemental skills to negotiate with speech & language therapy colleagues, other professionals and carers with reference to management of complex cases.
- Record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and trust policies
- Write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, which may be used in a legal context.
- Offer specialist clinical support and provide second opinions to other speech and language therapists within and outside of the department.
- Independently manage a caseload that includes people with complex eating and drinking problems, dealing with issues of mortality, morbidity and ethical dilemmas.
- Manage patients with tracheostomy and supervise less experienced speech and language therapists working in this area.
- Manage risks from bodily fluids and infections in the environment.
Lead on audit in specialist clinical area.
Participate or lead on research projects within the neuro-rehabilitation service.
Undertake frequent reviews of evidence to underpin clinical practice.
Use Trust information technology systems.
- Lead on inter-agency and multidisciplinary projects regarding service objectives.
- Lead on specific projects within the neuro-rehabilitation service.
- Advise on service delivery, clinical governance, policy development and audit, including proposing changes and developments.
- Identify need, plan, devise, deliver and evaluate training programmes with a specialist content contributing to the development of rehabilitation assistants, rehabilitation nurses and housekeepers.
- Act as clinical educator for speech and language therapy students.
- Offer additional highly specialist experience within the neuro-rehabilitation service and coordinate observation sessions for other professionals.
- Share highly specialist knowledge at local, regional and national level.
- Participate and lead in the appraisal system for speech and language therapy.
- Identify and engage in professional development activities at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements
Management and Leadership Responsibilities
- Develop and empower all members of your team to perform to high standards and innovate.
- Ensure supportive staff management arrangements are in place and carry out personal development reviews for direct reports. Ensure all staff in your team have annual PDRs resulting in specific objectives and effective personal development plans in line with the Knowledge and Skills Outline Framework.
- Develop staff knowledge and skills to promote equality and diversity and address inequalities both in employment and service delivery. Ensure specific equality objective are included in PDRs.
- Develop a culture that ensures that the standards of Improving Working Lives and Investors in People are achieved and maintained for all staff and that staffs perception about their working lives is measured and improvements made.
- To undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.
- To minimise the Trusts environmental impact wherever possible, including recycling, switching off lights, computers, monitors and equipment when not in use. Helping to reduce paper waste by minimising printing/copying and reducing water usage, reporting faults and heating/cooling concerns promptly and minimising travel. Where the role includes the ordering and use of supplies or equipment the post holder will consider the environmental impact of purchases.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in SLT
- HCPC Licence to Practise
- Registered with Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Dysphagia Post-qualification training / qualification
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities
Desirable
- Completed FEES competencies
- Completed Tracheostomy Competencies
Experience
Essential
- High level of experience in specialised clinical area
- Experience of assessing and treating complex neuro-disability / Stroke
- Experience in giving training to a range of qualified professionals in area of specialism
- Evidence of highly specialised management of a complex / diverse caseload
- Experience of Leadership and management of others
skills and knowledge
Essential
- Experience developing highly specialised programmes of care
- Have highly developed empathy, negotiation and influencing skills and demonstrates clinical leadership within a team.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and overcomes barriers to communication
- Highly skilled in managing complex eating and drinking problems
- Evidence of the ablilty to manage and balance a high level of clinical risk to maximise patient care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in SLT
- HCPC Licence to Practise
- Registered with Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Dysphagia Post-qualification training / qualification
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD activities
Desirable
- Completed FEES competencies
- Completed Tracheostomy Competencies
Experience
Essential
- High level of experience in specialised clinical area
- Experience of assessing and treating complex neuro-disability / Stroke
- Experience in giving training to a range of qualified professionals in area of specialism
- Evidence of highly specialised management of a complex / diverse caseload
- Experience of Leadership and management of others
skills and knowledge
Essential
- Experience developing highly specialised programmes of care
- Have highly developed empathy, negotiation and influencing skills and demonstrates clinical leadership within a team.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and overcomes barriers to communication
- Highly skilled in managing complex eating and drinking problems
- Evidence of the ablilty to manage and balance a high level of clinical risk to maximise patient care
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley hall hospital
Alcester road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
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Address
Moseley hall hospital
Alcester road
Birmingham
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
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Band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2325258
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Learning Disability Community Team within Birmingham Community Health Care NHS Foundation Trust, the largest community trust in the country.
Main duties of the job
You will be implementing a range of interventions specified by the Speech and Language Therapists and deliver training to individuals/families/carers and other professionals and regularly support colleagues. You will Liaise with carers and other agencies in agreement with the Speech and Language Therapists to gather and collate the necessary information and support the therapists in organising the location, hospitality, and materials related to clinical and training duties.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process
- Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8188113-LD
Job locations
Riverside Lodge
160 Hobmoor Road
Small Heath
B10 9JH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties
Clinical responsibilities
Deals with clients with learning disabilities and carers who may have complex needs and/or be under extreme stress.
Using own initiative, carries out clinical work with people who have learning disabilities who have communication and eating and drinking difficulties under the supervision of the SLT (Speech and Language Therapist) on occasions by telephone. Observes clients with eating and drinking problems. Completes a screening checklist and informs the qualified SLT of the outcome. This will only be following training and assessment of competencies.
Undertakes patient assessments as advised by qualified staff.
Implements a range of treatments with clients independently.
Contributes to evaluation and modification of communication environments, advising carers, residential homes, day centres etc. oncommunication timetables, communication passports and signing.
Writes clinical records and letters independently and reports with support.
Negotiates with professional, clients and carers in order to deliver routine clinical work.
Uses keyboard skills and computer knowledge to produce customised assessments, therapy resources and training materials.
Takes initiative for admin/clerical tasks to a maximum of 30% of the working week eg. Answering the telephone, collecting/distributing post, replenishing supplies of standard documentation.
Manages infection risks on equipment.
Works with clients whose behaviour may challenge so as to cause harm to self and others.
Works with clients who may be at risk of potential/actual abuse.
Runs groups, both formal and informal, as well as individual treatment programmes.
Carries out prescribed eating and drinking programmes written by a qualified SLT and can modify these within set parameters.
Manages infection control risks including those from bodily fluids.
Carries out invasive procedures such as intensive interaction and sensory interaction.
Uses highly developed communication skills to explain information from assessment/therapy plans to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members.
Service evaluation/development
Contributes to local audit of own work.
Contributes to the development of policies by proposing changes at local and team level.
Contributes to service wide improvement projects.
Training/support
Assists SLTs to identify training needs in relation to LD caseload.
Organises location, hospitality and materials as agreed with the SLT.
Delivers training e.g. Makaton, communication passport, objects of reference, to other members of the MDT, carers/parents etc.
Supports apprentices, work experience helpers and students acts as a mentor and identifies training needs.
Assists in the induction of newly qualified therapists and provides observational experience for SLT students.
Liaises with SLT on a regular basis and identifies when delegated treatment plans need revising.
Participates in non-managerial clinical supervision.
Participates in and receives peer support from other SLTAs, assistant and practitioners from other professional groups.
Takes responsibility for fulfilling own professional training and development needs in consultation with line manager e.g. participation in clinical excellence networks.
Professional responsibility
Abides by the professional standards of the Royal College of Speech and Language Theraspists.
Research Activities
Contributes to clinical and managerial audits and undertakes audits of own and others work under direction.
Participates in research within the SLT team and across the LD services.
Service Management
Monitors stock for the SLT staff across all SLT bases citywide.
Maintains upkeep of the SLT equipment and completes equipment inventories.
Produces therapy resources under the direction of an SLT e.g. communication timetables/passports/keyrings, formal training packs and activity books.
Provides statistical information on own daily practice for service management purposes.
Provides a service which is culturally, linguistically, gender and disability sensitive to meet the needs of the population of Birmingham.
To undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties
Clinical responsibilities
Deals with clients with learning disabilities and carers who may have complex needs and/or be under extreme stress.
Using own initiative, carries out clinical work with people who have learning disabilities who have communication and eating and drinking difficulties under the supervision of the SLT (Speech and Language Therapist) on occasions by telephone. Observes clients with eating and drinking problems. Completes a screening checklist and informs the qualified SLT of the outcome. This will only be following training and assessment of competencies.
Undertakes patient assessments as advised by qualified staff.
Implements a range of treatments with clients independently.
Contributes to evaluation and modification of communication environments, advising carers, residential homes, day centres etc. oncommunication timetables, communication passports and signing.
Writes clinical records and letters independently and reports with support.
Negotiates with professional, clients and carers in order to deliver routine clinical work.
Uses keyboard skills and computer knowledge to produce customised assessments, therapy resources and training materials.
Takes initiative for admin/clerical tasks to a maximum of 30% of the working week eg. Answering the telephone, collecting/distributing post, replenishing supplies of standard documentation.
Manages infection risks on equipment.
Works with clients whose behaviour may challenge so as to cause harm to self and others.
Works with clients who may be at risk of potential/actual abuse.
Runs groups, both formal and informal, as well as individual treatment programmes.
Carries out prescribed eating and drinking programmes written by a qualified SLT and can modify these within set parameters.
Manages infection control risks including those from bodily fluids.
Carries out invasive procedures such as intensive interaction and sensory interaction.
Uses highly developed communication skills to explain information from assessment/therapy plans to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members.
Service evaluation/development
Contributes to local audit of own work.
Contributes to the development of policies by proposing changes at local and team level.
Contributes to service wide improvement projects.
Training/support
Assists SLTs to identify training needs in relation to LD caseload.
Organises location, hospitality and materials as agreed with the SLT.
Delivers training e.g. Makaton, communication passport, objects of reference, to other members of the MDT, carers/parents etc.
Supports apprentices, work experience helpers and students acts as a mentor and identifies training needs.
Assists in the induction of newly qualified therapists and provides observational experience for SLT students.
Liaises with SLT on a regular basis and identifies when delegated treatment plans need revising.
Participates in non-managerial clinical supervision.
Participates in and receives peer support from other SLTAs, assistant and practitioners from other professional groups.
Takes responsibility for fulfilling own professional training and development needs in consultation with line manager e.g. participation in clinical excellence networks.
Professional responsibility
Abides by the professional standards of the Royal College of Speech and Language Theraspists.
Research Activities
Contributes to clinical and managerial audits and undertakes audits of own and others work under direction.
Participates in research within the SLT team and across the LD services.
Service Management
Monitors stock for the SLT staff across all SLT bases citywide.
Maintains upkeep of the SLT equipment and completes equipment inventories.
Produces therapy resources under the direction of an SLT e.g. communication timetables/passports/keyrings, formal training packs and activity books.
Provides statistical information on own daily practice for service management purposes.
Provides a service which is culturally, linguistically, gender and disability sensitive to meet the needs of the population of Birmingham.
To undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications/training
Essential
- NVQ 3 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities
- Experience of working within a care setting
Person Specification
Qualifications/training
Essential
- NVQ 3 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities
- Experience of working within a care setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Riverside Lodge
160 Hobmoor Road
Small Heath
B10 9JH
United Kingdom
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Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
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Riverside Lodge
160 Hobmoor Road
Small Heath
B10 9JH
United Kingdom
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Band 2 Housekeeper
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 820-8198150-COR-A
Job summary
*** This advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. ***
We are looking to recruit 3 housekeepers to work the following hours:
- 1 housekeeper working 3 days out of 7 on a variety of morning and afternoon shift working 20 hours a week
- 1 housekeeper working 3 days out of the 7 on a variety of morning and afternoon shift working 18.75 hours a week
- 1 housekeeper working 2 days out of the 7 working afternoon only shifts on a 12 hour a week contract
The housekeeper will enhance the patient's experience by ensuring that the clinical environment is presented and maintained in a way which maximises the patient's sense of comfort, safety and well-being.
The successful candidates will have the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, with the ability to communicate effectively to patients, staff and visitors.
Main duties of the job
To ensure the environment is cleaned in line with national cleaning standards.
- Deliver meal/beverage service
- Cleaning Ward Kitchen/Meal area
- Following meal ordering procedures
- Report maintenance issues
The housekeeper will enhance the patient's experience by ensuring that the clinical environment is presented and maintained in a way which maximises the patient's sense of comfort, safety and well-being.
About us
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check yourTRAC account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process
- Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees includingBUSINESS EMAIL ADDRESS, telephone contact details and postal address
Be Part of Our Team...
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for better care and healthier communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
820-8198150-COR-A
Job locations
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Moseley
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the main responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description and Person specification document.
Please see the attached person specification .
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the main responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description and Person specification document.
Please see the attached person specification .
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Good basic education (Ability to read and write and numerical skills)
Desirable
- Relevant experience of working within a healthcare setting.
- Excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene including temperature control and HACCP.
- Cleaning experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Good basic education Ability to read and write and numerical skills
Desirable
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Qualification
- NVQ Level 2 British Institute of Cleaning Science in Domestic Services or equivalent
- Food Standards Agency Food Allergy and Intolerance Certificate
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Good basic education (Ability to read and write and numerical skills)
Desirable
- Relevant experience of working within a healthcare setting.
- Excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene including temperature control and HACCP.
- Cleaning experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Good basic education Ability to read and write and numerical skills
Desirable
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Qualification
- NVQ Level 2 British Institute of Cleaning Science in Domestic Services or equivalent
- Food Standards Agency Food Allergy and Intolerance Certificate
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Moseley
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Moseley Hall Hospital
Alcester Road
Moseley
B13 8JL
United Kingdom
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Band 3 IMT Administrator - Spark Green
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 820-8183339-COM
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
To provide high quality professional administrative support to the Community Nursing Teams. To support the Team Leaders and community nursing teams to implement efficient office systems and procedures .
To ensure high standards of customer services are met at all times when liaising with staff, external organisations, patients and their relatives.
Main duties of the job
We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to provide high quality professional administrative support to the Community Nursing teams - the successful post holder will be required to work at Spark Green health centre- Spark Green DN team
Are you a skilled administrator with experience of data bases? Microsoft Word and Excel? Able to work on your own initiative? With excellent communication skills?
Could you be the person able to help support our busy team?
If you think this may be you why not apply and become part of our community nursing team.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
IMPORTANT
- Please ensure you check your Trac account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process.
- Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
820-8183339-COM
Job locations
Sparkbrook Health centre
34 Grantham Road
Birmingham
B11 1LU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a comprehensive administrative support to the community nursing team including typing of letters, minutes of meetings and other documentation.
Please note as part of the interview process, all interviewee's will be required to complete a Maths & English test.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a comprehensive administrative support to the community nursing team including typing of letters, minutes of meetings and other documentation.
Please note as part of the interview process, all interviewee's will be required to complete a Maths & English test.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
- GCSE English Grade C or above or equivalent/or equivalent experience
- GCSE Maths Grade C or above or equivalent/or equivalent experience
Desirable
- ECDL or equivalent IT qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Desirable
- Experience of filing systems
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Able to work to deadlines.
- Ability to communicate to a high level with a wide range of people
- Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with service users who may be distressed, emotional and/or verbally aggressive
- Proven Customer Care skills.
- Ability to handle people in a courteous and sensitive manner, taking into account individual needs
- Able to multitask, prioritise workload & use own initiative and good time management skills
- Understanding & commitment to equal Opportunities
- High level written communication skills
- Data input skills
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
Desirable
- Ability to set up and maintain filing systems
- Copy Typing skills
- Knowledge of PAS
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Ability to make a positive contribution to effective team work
- Reliable and punctual showing good time management skills
- Demonstrates ability to use initiative and take ownership
- Willing to undertake a range of tasks and activities
- Shows flexibility and initiative in planning workload
Person Specification
Qualifications / training
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
- GCSE English Grade C or above or equivalent/or equivalent experience
- GCSE Maths Grade C or above or equivalent/or equivalent experience
Desirable
- ECDL or equivalent IT qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Desirable
- Experience of filing systems
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Able to work to deadlines.
- Ability to communicate to a high level with a wide range of people
- Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with service users who may be distressed, emotional and/or verbally aggressive
- Proven Customer Care skills.
- Ability to handle people in a courteous and sensitive manner, taking into account individual needs
- Able to multitask, prioritise workload & use own initiative and good time management skills
- Understanding & commitment to equal Opportunities
- High level written communication skills
- Data input skills
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
Desirable
- Ability to set up and maintain filing systems
- Copy Typing skills
- Knowledge of PAS
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Ability to make a positive contribution to effective team work
- Reliable and punctual showing good time management skills
- Demonstrates ability to use initiative and take ownership
- Willing to undertake a range of tasks and activities
- Shows flexibility and initiative in planning workload
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Sparkbrook Health centre
34 Grantham Road
Birmingham
B11 1LU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
Sparkbrook Health centre
34 Grantham Road
Birmingham
B11 1LU
United Kingdom
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Band 8a Advanced Clinical Practitioner Single Point of Access
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 820-8199917-COM-A
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job assoon as you can, if interested***
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of a brand-new Single Point of Access (SPA) service designed to transform how we deliver care and support to our patients across urgent care and community services. This is your chance to shape a pioneering, person-centred service right from the start!
The SPA will act as the central hub for coordinating clinical referrals, triaging urgentneeds, providing advice and directing patients to the right services at the right time.
Whether you're answering a call, reviewing referrals, or coordinating rapid support,you will play a key role in ensuring patients and professionals receive timely,efficient, and compassionate responses.
Why Join Us?
- Work alongside WMAS and other system partners to deliver joined-up care
- Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking multidisciplinary team
- Help develop a newly launched, high-impact service
- Build new skills in triage, navigation, and integrated working
- Access to full training and ongoing CPD tailored to your role
- Opportunities for career progression as the service expands
- A supportive, inclusive, and flexible working environment
- Make a real difference to patient outcomes and experience
- Help reduce pressure on emergency services by ensuring safe, timely care pathways
Main duties of the job
We're looking for motivated, compassionate, and solution-focused individuals withexcellent communication skills and a passion for integrated care. You'll thrive in afast-paced environment and be confident in handling referrals, liaising with clinicalteams, and putting patients at the centre of everything you do.
Whether you're from a nursing, allied health, ambulance, or administrativebackground - if you're ready to be part of a service that will make a real differenceand excited about innovation and collaborative care, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help us build something incredible. Join us at the forefront of NHS transformation.
About us
Be Part of Our Team...
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8199917-COM-A
Job locations
BSOL SPA, Priestley Wharf 2
Holt Street
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description for a detailed outline of the main duties.
1. Work in accordance with professional code of conduct.
2. Provide clinical triage, leadership and expertise.
3. Act as a first contact, exercising a high degree of professional autonomy and critical judgement in providing expert advanced clinical assessmentfor patients referred with undiagnosed and undifferentiated needs through a range of consultation mediums.
4. To initiate investigations, interpret diagnostic results and determine differential diagnosis and manage and evaluate care where appropriate/necessary.
5. Make direct referrals as appropriate for medical assessment and diagnostic procedures within agreed pathways.
6. Lead the service in achieving its quality targets to sustain high standards of patient care and service delivery.
7. Signpost, refer and support access to health services to reduce inappropriate attendances and admissions to A&E.
8. To safeguard individuals from abuse by reporting any incidents involving potential or actual abuse and acting upon concerns immediately.
9. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including the initiation of effective emergency care.
10. Empower professionals/patients/carers to make informed decisions and delegate care appropriately within the Service.
Please see Job Description for more.
For interested candidates, there is an offer to visit the Single Point of Access at Priestley Wharf to see the Single Point of Access in practice.
If you wish to undertake a visit, please contact Michelle Price on 07874 890555 and this can be arranged.
The role will offer an exciting opportunity to work with system partners all striving to work collaboratively together for the benefit of its citizens and how and where they receive high quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description for a detailed outline of the main duties.
1. Work in accordance with professional code of conduct.
2. Provide clinical triage, leadership and expertise.
3. Act as a first contact, exercising a high degree of professional autonomy and critical judgement in providing expert advanced clinical assessmentfor patients referred with undiagnosed and undifferentiated needs through a range of consultation mediums.
4. To initiate investigations, interpret diagnostic results and determine differential diagnosis and manage and evaluate care where appropriate/necessary.
5. Make direct referrals as appropriate for medical assessment and diagnostic procedures within agreed pathways.
6. Lead the service in achieving its quality targets to sustain high standards of patient care and service delivery.
7. Signpost, refer and support access to health services to reduce inappropriate attendances and admissions to A&E.
8. To safeguard individuals from abuse by reporting any incidents involving potential or actual abuse and acting upon concerns immediately.
9. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including the initiation of effective emergency care.
10. Empower professionals/patients/carers to make informed decisions and delegate care appropriately within the Service.
Please see Job Description for more.
For interested candidates, there is an offer to visit the Single Point of Access at Priestley Wharf to see the Single Point of Access in practice.
If you wish to undertake a visit, please contact Michelle Price on 07874 890555 and this can be arranged.
The role will offer an exciting opportunity to work with system partners all striving to work collaboratively together for the benefit of its citizens and how and where they receive high quality care.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1/ AHP, NMC or HCPC registered
- Disease specific postgraduate or accredited qualification
- Non-medical prescriber qualification (V300)
- Mentor/Teaching qualification ENB 998 or equivalent
- Master's in advanced practice qualification (MSc)
- Evidence of recent continuing professional development
- Leadership course
Experience
Essential
- Relevant up to date clinical experience
- Evidence of collaborative working within a multi professional environment
- Experience in advanced Health Assessment of patients with undiagnosed undifferentiated illness
- Evidence of supporting others in a clinical environment
- Evidence of leading in a clinical audit and research/monitoring standards of care
- Evidence of leading service development. Participation/experience of mentoring colleagues and Students
- Evidence of up-to-date based knowledge & skills, particularly in long- term conditions & first contact
- Experience of trainee supervision & teaching
- Experience in delivering patient advocacy
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Excellent decision-making ability & critical thinking
- Proven listening skills with the ability to manage complex situations & appropriately deliver sensitive & different outcomes
- Influencing & negotiating skills
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
- Knowledge & use of governance & risk assessment to improve quality & Service development
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1/ AHP, NMC or HCPC registered
- Disease specific postgraduate or accredited qualification
- Non-medical prescriber qualification (V300)
- Mentor/Teaching qualification ENB 998 or equivalent
- Master's in advanced practice qualification (MSc)
- Evidence of recent continuing professional development
- Leadership course
Experience
Essential
- Relevant up to date clinical experience
- Evidence of collaborative working within a multi professional environment
- Experience in advanced Health Assessment of patients with undiagnosed undifferentiated illness
- Evidence of supporting others in a clinical environment
- Evidence of leading in a clinical audit and research/monitoring standards of care
- Evidence of leading service development. Participation/experience of mentoring colleagues and Students
- Evidence of up-to-date based knowledge & skills, particularly in long- term conditions & first contact
- Experience of trainee supervision & teaching
- Experience in delivering patient advocacy
Skills/knowledge
Essential
- Excellent decision-making ability & critical thinking
- Proven listening skills with the ability to manage complex situations & appropriately deliver sensitive & different outcomes
- Influencing & negotiating skills
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
- Knowledge & use of governance & risk assessment to improve quality & Service development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
BSOL SPA, Priestley Wharf 2
Holt Street
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
BSOL SPA, Priestley Wharf 2
Holt Street
Birmingham
B7 4BN
United Kingdom
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