Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Older persons Medicine team as a permanent static band 6. This post will work within the team covering older persons medical wards within our Southmead Operating Unit. These wards include our frailty short stay, complex medical wards and Elgar Enablement unit. This role gives valuable experience working with patients presenting with frailty and complex clinical needs. You will have the opportunity to develop your expertise, utilising a wide range of skills, within older persons medicine at one of the region's leading tertiary and major trauma centers.

Opportunities include developing wider clinical skills in the management of older adults, building on leadership skills, deputising for clinical leads when required, leading on quality improvement projects and working with wider MDT on improving pathways for older adults.

The core hours for the post are 08:00-16:00 Monday-Friday. The post holder will contribute to bank holiday and weekend rosters.

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Main duties of the job

• Providing a physiotherapy service to the wards covered by the older persons medicine team
• Working effectively with all team members within the physiotherapy service, NBT and outside agencies to provide information about physiotherapy treatment.
• Communicate effectively with patients and Carers to progress treatment programs, provide reassurance and facilitate their care.
• Will take an active part in our weekend rota
• Supervise and mentor junior members of the team
• Deputises when required in absence for clinical leads
• Work with clinical leads to develop networks with other local hospitals and teams working on existing pathways and establishing new ones as required.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people?

Do you have a compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can develop your skills and progress in your career? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you!

We currently have a permanent role for an exciting opportunity with the inpatient phlebotomy service Band 3 Phlebotomist to join our dedicated and caringteam within Children's outpatients

A venepuncture qualification is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional care to children and young people.

This phlebotomy role covers children from 0-18 years old and will cover children in the inpatient wards and those coming to outpatient clinics. We are looking for personable, friendly staff who can put children and their carers at ease whilst taking their bloods.

Working days are Monday through to Sunday and there may be some travel to other satellite paediatric clinics in South Bristol and Weston General Hospital. Role to start with effect from the 1st January 2027.

Main duties of the job

Key Requirements to Apply: We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and a positive, can-do attitude.

To be shortlisted for this role, you must clearly demonstrate on your application the following:

Maths qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent.

• English qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent.
• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject.
• Phlebotomy experience
• Experience or a passion for working with children and young people.

You will need to provide evidence of your educational qualification before your invitation to interview is confirmed.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative, adaptable Clinical Psychologist keen to develop experience, knowledge and skills in working in Paediatric Medical Specialties. The fixed term post holders will be contributing to the care provided by the Children and Young Peoples Surgery Psychology provision and/or Rheumatology Psychology.

This post is recruiting to 41.25 hours in total please state in your application how many hours you would like to work and if you have a preference of clinical speciality.

The post holder will be part of experienced multidisciplinary teams in which psychology is well established and valued. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a thriving health psychology service. The post holder will provide assessment, formulation and interventions in innovative and compassionate ways in a fast-paced acute health setting, in addition to leadership roles within the medical specialty and within Psychological Health Services. This role will sit within a small team of psychologists including an experienced consultant lead.

Main duties of the job

• To provide clinical psychology services into teams within Women and Children Service, primarily but not exclusively within theSurgery Psychology provision and/or Rheumatology Psychology providingspecialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes.
• To share with the multi professional clinical team, through joint working, consultation, training and service development activities, psychological knowledge and skills to enable individualised psychological care in partnership with children, young people and families with diabetes.
• To participate in research and audit activity in collaboration with other professional groups and other providers as appropriate, to increase the evidence base and support the sharing of good practice in psychological and social care for the children, young people and families with diabetes receiving services.
• To provide a clinical health placement and opportunities for research for trainee clinical psychologists as requested.
• To provide clinical supervision and training for psychologistsand other staff as requested by the Head Psychological Health Services.
• To advise and work with the Head of Psychological Health Services to develop and implement: service developments, policies, protocols and guidelines relating to the psychological services provided for this population.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston. With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer. Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum, pro rata for part time roles

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

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

Reference number

387-W&C3837-NG

Job locations

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Psychological Health Services, Level 6, Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The award-winning Psychological Health Services is recognised for leadership and the development of Trust wide psychological services.As a university teaching trust, research and quality improvement forms part of BFTs mission to support excellence in delivery of patient care, alongside education and applied research of the highest quality.

We are engaged in high profile national professional networks at a senior level across BPS, NHS and charitable sector organisations.We have strong links to local and regional universities providing access to support research and clinical training with honorary appointment up to professorial level. Psychological Health Services has an expanding research portfolio. Psychological Health Services take pride in their commitment to providing high quality and accessible CPD and access to skilled clinical and peer supervision. Examples of current CPD opportunities include monthly Trust wide departmental CPD meetings, journal clubs and an ACT supervision group.

Although the current recruitment is for a specific post, we welcome enquiries from those who are interested in wider opportunities within our portfolio.

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

If you are interested in joining us, we warmly welcome informal enquiries by contacting us as below.

Job description Job responsibilities The award-winning Psychological Health Services is recognised for leadership and the development of Trust wide psychological services.As a university teaching trust, research and quality improvement forms part of BFTs mission to support excellence in delivery of patient care, alongside education and applied research of the highest quality. We are engaged in high profile national professional networks at a senior level across BPS, NHS and charitable sector organisations.We have strong links to local and regional universities providing access to support research and clinical training with honorary appointment up to professorial level. Psychological Health Services has an expanding research portfolio. Psychological Health Services take pride in their commitment to providing high quality and accessible CPD and access to skilled clinical and peer supervision. Examples of current CPD opportunities include monthly Trust wide departmental CPD meetings, journal clubs and an ACT supervision group. Although the current recruitment is for a specific post, we welcome enquiries from those who are interested in wider opportunities within our portfolio. For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. If you are interested in joining us, we warmly welcome informal enquiries by contacting us as below.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Doctorate in clinical psychology, Counselling psychology or equivalent
• Current registration as a practitioner psychologist with the Health Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Training course in clinical supervision

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable understanding of the roles of a clinical psychologist within multi-professional health teams in relation to the young person/adult, the staff team and the organisation
• Demonstrable understanding of the implications of acute and long-term conditions and disability for young people/adults as applicable
• Demonstrable knowledge of legislation and guidance pertaining to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, consent, confidentiality and standards of psychological care within relevant NICE and other guidance.(A/I)
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions for children and young people with diabetes
• Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment of common mental health difficulties experienced by children and young people with diabetes
• Ability to assess the psychological needs of children and young people with diabetes, including the use of cognitive and developmental psychometric tests.(
• Ability to generate systemic and individual psychological formulations and interventions based on applying psychological theories and models to the complex information generated by the young person/adult and social care systems
• Ability to access, record and manage information and data pertaining to the work undertaken in medical and psychology notes, data bases and electronic records as required
• Ability to prioritise and manage available time for clinical work and professional activities effectively and safely
• Able to travel to regional clinics, meetings and home visits if required (A)

Desirable

• To be skilled in the administration of psychometric and neuropsychological tests, including those that require complex manipulation of test materials

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working as a clinical psychologist providing psychological consultation, case management supervision and training to multi-professional and multi-agency teams
• oExperience of working as a clinical psychologist undertaking consultation and service development work within a multi-disciplinary physical health setting
• oEvidence of having worked in an area of clinical practice relevant to CYP with diabetes
• oFormal teaching /presentation sessions to health and other professionals )

Desirable

• Experience of working as a clinical psychologist with CYP within diabetes services (A/I)

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Doctorate in clinical psychology, Counselling psychology or equivalent Current registration as a practitioner psychologist with the Health Care Professions Council Desirable Training course in clinical supervision Knowledge and Skills Essential Demonstrable understanding of the roles of a clinical psychologist within multi-professional health teams in relation to the young person/adult, the staff team and the organisation Demonstrable understanding of the implications of acute and long-term conditions and disability for young people/adults as applicable Demonstrable knowledge of legislation and guidance pertaining to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, consent, confidentiality and standards of psychological care within relevant NICE and other guidance.(A/I) Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions for children and young people with diabetes Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment of common mental health difficulties experienced by children and young people with diabetes Ability to assess the psychological needs of children and young people with diabetes, including the use of cognitive and developmental psychometric tests.( Ability to generate systemic and individual psychological formulations and interventions based on applying psychological theories and models to the complex information generated by the young person/adult and social care systems Ability to access, record and manage information and data pertaining to the work undertaken in medical and psychology notes, data bases and electronic records as required Ability to prioritise and manage available time for clinical work and professional activities effectively and safely Able to travel to regional clinics, meetings and home visits if required (A) Desirable To be skilled in the administration of psychometric and neuropsychological tests, including those that require complex manipulation of test materials Experience Essential oExperience of working as a clinical psychologist providing psychological consultation, case management supervision and training to multi-professional and multi-agency teams oExperience of working as a clinical psychologist undertaking consultation and service development work within a multi-disciplinary physical health setting oEvidence of having worked in an area of clinical practice relevant to CYP with diabetes oFormal teaching /presentation sessions to health and other professionals ) Desirable Experience of working as a clinical psychologist with CYP within diabetes services (A/I)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Psychological Health Services, Level 6, Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Psychological Health Services, Level 6, Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Band 7 Mental Health Liaison Team (MHLT) Bank Practitioner provides specialist mental health assessment, risk management and intervention for patients presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) and Acute Medical Unit (AMU). Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will deliver high-quality, patient-centered mental health care to individuals experiencing acute mental illness, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioural disturbance, substance misuse, dementia, delirium and complex psychosocial crises.

As a senior clinician within the Mental Health Liaison Team, the post holder will provide expert mental health assessment, formulation and care planning for patients with complex presentations. They will work collaboratively with acute hospital colleagues and external partners to ensure patients receive timely assessment, appropriate treatment and onward referral to the most suitable services.

The post holder will support the day-to-day operational delivery of the liaison service during bank shifts, providing clinical leadership, advice and guidance to colleagues where required, whilst maintaining high standards of clinical practice, documentation and risk management.

The role requires a practitioner who can work autonomously within a fast-paced acute hospital environment, demonstrate sound clinical judgement and effectively manage competing priorities.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake comprehensive mental health and psychosocial assessments for patients presenting to ED and AMU.
• Assess, formulate and manage risk relating to self-harm, suicide, mental illness, behavioural disturbance and vulnerability.
• Develop and implement appropriate care and risk management plans.
• Provide specialist advice and consultation to acute hospital staff regarding the assessment and management of patients with mental health needs.
• Support decision-making regarding admission, discharge and appropriate onward referral pathways.
• Liaise effectively with community mental health teams, crisis services, primary care, social care, safeguarding teams and other partner agencies.
• Facilitate safe and effective patient flow through the acute hospital by supporting timely assessment and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records and documentation.
• Escalate concerns appropriately and contribute to maintaining patient safety and quality of care.
• Act as a senior clinician and role model, providing support and guidance to less experienced staff where required.
• Participate in clinical supervision, mandatory training and continuing professional development.
• Work in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards, safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Contribute positively to multidisciplinary team working and maintain effective working relationships across services

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

Come and join our Rotational Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Team at Southmead Hospital Operating Unit! Are you a Band 6 Clinical Pharmacist due to complete the first-year of the clinical diploma in the next couple of months? Or, are you an established Band 7 Clinical Pharmacist eager to expand your clinical expertise within a leading teaching hospital and regional centre of excellence? Our progressive Pharmacy Department is seeking a motivated, forward-thinking clinical pharmacist to join our team of Clinical Rotational Band 7 Pharmacists. Working closely alongside our expert Lead Pharmacists, you will work through a series of 6-month rotations. This allows you to fully immerse yourself in each clinical specialty, while actively developing vital transferable skills in leadership, mentorship and service improvement to significantly enrich your professional portfolio.

By taking on this role you will benefit from working in a large NHS Trust which has strong links with the ICB. Rotations include;

• ICU & Surgery
• Surgical Admissions
• Technical Services
• Pharmacoeconomics & ICB
• NICU
• Trauma and Orthopaedics
• Elective Orthopaedic Surgery
• Neurosciences
• Same Day Emergency Care
• Acute Medical & Frailty Admissions
• Infectious Diseases; Antimicrobial Stewardship and HCID
• NHS@Home
• HIV, Specialist Medicine including; Respiratory, Palliative Care, and Renal.

Main duties of the job

• To provide specialist clinical pharmacy services at a high level to inpatients and outpatients on a rotational basis.
• To provide support to the Lead Highly Specialist Pharmacists.
• To act in accordance with Medicines legislation, the code of ethics of the General Pharmaceutical Council, United Kingdom Medicines Information (UKMI) standards and Trust policies and procedures.
• To teach and supervise less experienced pharmacists, technicians and students
• To contribute to the Pharmacy weekend service, late nights and bank holiday working
• Provide support to the on call pharmacists out of hours as required by the needs of the service.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

The South West Neonatal Network has the exciting opportunity to recruit a Regional Lead Neonatal Occupational Therapist. If you are passionate about neonatal care and the role that Occupational Therapists and wider Allied Health Professionals play in supporting neonatal families, this opportunity is for you.

The Network brings professionals together across the region to ensure that outcome and quality standards are improved within neonatal care, while encouraging continuity and consistency of access to neonatal services. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and innovative professional, with a drive to support development of the neonatal AHP workforce.

Main duties of the job

To work as a regional member of the South West Neonatal Network with a primary focus of supporting, developing and succession planning the Neonatal Occupational Therapy (OT) workforce.

To facilitate, in line with the recommendations of the National Neonatal Critical Care Review (NCCR) and the NHS Long Term Plan (2019), the delivery of a service to all neonatal units within the network that supports equitable access to and provision of, highly complex, discipline specific, OT knowledge and skills to neonatal infants and their families.

This is a regional post predominantly working from home or from a base office in Bristol. Some travel will be required across the South West region, with very occasional travel nationally. The Network is hosted by BFT.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum, pro rata for part time roles

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

387-W&C5588-LH-A

Job locations

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description documents attached to this vacancy.

Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description documents attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of relevant post-graduate CPD equivalent to at least MSc level
• Relevant Neonatal Training courses e.g. NBAS, NBO, FINE, Infant Bobath, Sensory Beginnings, General Movement, EI Smart, Bayley IV, miniAHA

Desirable

• Management / Leadership Training
• Registration with RCOT
• Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate experience across a wide range of specialities
• Experience working within paediatrics at a senior level (Band7 or above) including neonatal care, neurodevelopment or neurosciences
• Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessment and interventions in neonatal units
• Evidence working within a multidisciplinary team with clear understanding of roles and expectations
• Proven experience of research, audit and/or service development
• Proven experience in developing and delivering teaching, training and supervision of others
• Experience managing individuals and managing team performance
• Experience of guideline / policy writing
• Knowledge of key national issues/agendas relevant to the neonatal field

Desirable

• Experience of hospital discharge planning and caseload prioritisation
• Experience of prescribing specialised paediatric equipment.
• Experience of regional working
• Experience of leading and implementing service developments, including developing business cases and large scale change management

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent clinical leadership skills
• Sound IT skills
• Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner
• Proven responsibility for own decision making whilst working closely within a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Ability to fabricate upper limb splints from a range of materials

Aptitudes

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Good team player
• Leadership
• Honest
• Trustworthy
• Hardworking

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential HCPC registered Occupational Therapist Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy Evidence of relevant post-graduate CPD equivalent to at least MSc level Relevant Neonatal Training courses e.g. NBAS, NBO, FINE, Infant Bobath, Sensory Beginnings, General Movement, EI Smart, Bayley IV, miniAHA Desirable Management / Leadership Training Registration with RCOT Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years Knowledge & Experience Essential Significant post graduate experience across a wide range of specialities Experience working within paediatrics at a senior level (Band7 or above) including neonatal care, neurodevelopment or neurosciences Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessment and interventions in neonatal units Evidence working within a multidisciplinary team with clear understanding of roles and expectations Proven experience of research, audit and/or service development Proven experience in developing and delivering teaching, training and supervision of others Experience managing individuals and managing team performance Experience of guideline / policy writing Knowledge of key national issues/agendas relevant to the neonatal field Desirable Experience of hospital discharge planning and caseload prioritisation Experience of prescribing specialised paediatric equipment. Experience of regional working Experience of leading and implementing service developments, including developing business cases and large scale change management Skills & Abilities Essential Excellent organisational and time management skills Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Excellent clinical leadership skills Sound IT skills Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner Proven responsibility for own decision making whilst working closely within a team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Desirable Ability to fabricate upper limb splints from a range of materials Aptitudes Essential Good communication skills Good team player Leadership Honest Trustworthy Hardworking

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking Critical Care and ECMO Therapy team within a large inner-city Intensive Care service, providing highly specialist care to patients from across the Southwest of England.

The Critical Care unit at City Hospital Operating unit if a regional specialist centre for Severe Acute Respiratory Failure, Cardiac surgery, Upper GI surgery, Hepatobillary surgery, Thoracic surgery and ENT & Max-Fax.

Main duties of the job

As an ECMO Lead Physiotherapist, you will provide clinical leadership and specialist expertise within our highly collaborative multidisciplinary ECMO and Critical Care team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based respiratory and rehabilitative care to patients with complex and life-threatening illness. Working closely with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the assessment, treatment and ongoing management of patients requiring advanced organ support.

We are a research-active service with a strong commitment to education, innovation and continuous improvement, and our ambition is to provide leading specialist ECMO and critical care therapy within the UK. The role offers excellent opportunities for clinical leadership, education, research and service development, making this an ideal opportunity for an experienced critical care physiotherapist looking to develop their specialist practice and contribute to the continued development of ECMO and critical care therapy.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

Are you a Physiotherapist with HCPC registration, looking to specialise in musculoskeletal physiotherapy? Or perhapsyou're looking for a change in scenery as a senior Physiotherapist?

Join our large and inspirational Adult Therapies Service at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust as a musculoskeletal rotational Physiotherapist in Bristol, working alongside other physiotherapists, occupational therapists and therapy technicians.

Main duties of the job

Within this role, you will rotate across a variety of specialities, including:

• General outpatients

• Trauma and Orthopaedics

• Aquatic Physiotherapy

• Pain management services

• Fracture clinic

• Gym rehabilitation

• Pelvic health

• Hand rehabilitation

• Haemophilia

• Occupational health

• Rheumatology

Successful applicants will, autonomously manage their own caseload, working closely with other outpatient team members and mentor band 5 colleagues, therapy technicians and undergraduate students.

During your rotation, you'll be building relationships with new teams with unique benefits such as:

• Support by highly skilled and experienced band 7s and 8a's

• Supportive, integrated team working

• Robust in-service training programme

• Research opportunities

• Protected, regular clinical supervision and annual development reviews

• Service development and QI projects

• Support for appropriate external training courses.

• Cake rotas

• Secondments / career breaks

Want to hear more about the benefits of working at UHBW? Click here for more staff benefits: https://www.uhbwcareers.nhs.uk/staff-benefits

We encourage you to get in touch with the Musculoskeletal Therapy outpatient Pathway Lead - Ellie Gardner, for an informal chat on 0117 342 2201 or email [email protected]

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiasticMaterials Management Assistant (Band 3) to join our busy and dynamic Procurement and Supply Chain team at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a hands-on role that plays a vital part in supporting frontline clinical services by ensuring wards and departments have the right products, in the right place, at the right time. Working primarily within clinical areas across Southmead Hospital, including the state-of-the-art Brunel Building, you will help manage and replenish a wide range of medical and non-medical consumables that are essential for patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being active, organised and customer-focused, and who takes pride in delivering a high-quality service in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

"Around £1bn could be saved through better procurement" - Lord Carter

Main duties of the job

As a Materials Management Assistant, you will work as part of a team responsible for ensuring stock and supplies are effectively managed across a variety of hospital departments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining agreed stock levels through routine replenishment activity.
• Generating and processing orders using established stock control systems.
• Receiving, checking and unpacking deliveries in line with departmental procedures.
• Ensuring storage areas are safe, organised and maintained to a high standard.
• Building positive working relationships with clinical teams, support services and external suppliers.
• Monitoring stock availability and resolving supply issues to minimise disruption to patient services.
• Working across a range of departments and locations throughout the Southmead Hospital site.
• Supporting the Trust's commitment to efficient procurement and value for money.

This role requires a proactive approach, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering a reliable service to our clinical teams.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for Sonographers to join our very friendly and dedicated multi-disciplinary team at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust.

Our busy and dynamic departments are responsible for the delivery of a wide case mix including Obstetric, General Abdominal, Gynaecology, Small Parts and Musculoskeletal examinations. Applications from Sonographers with skills in any of the above areas are welcome.

Candidates must hold a CASE accredited PgCert / Dip / MSc or DMU qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent.

Fulltime and part time positions, and flexible working arrangements are available and open for discussion.

The post holder will work across Bristol City and Weston Operating unit sites, working alongside a supportive and diverse team to deliver ultrasound services across a wide range of specialties to support patients within obstetric care, emergency /acute care, and referred through secondary care.

Included within the trust's hospital sites are St Michaels' Hospital, which provides obstetric care as well as being the South West's referral unit for fetal and maternal medicine, Bristol Royal Infirmary, which provides acute and emergency services, and is a Tertiary referral centre for upper GI cancer, and a regional centre for complex liver disease, and Weston General Hospital, which is a district general hospital offering ultrasound services across a broad range of specialties.

Main duties of the job

Your role will include (but will not be limited to):

• perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations.
• provide diagnostic report of examinations according to the level of authorisation agreed.
• participate in service provision across the different sites.
• Communicate and liaise with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will:

• have experience in the ultrasound ultrasound techniques and a thorough understanding of their application in a range of examinationareas mentioned above.
• have previous NHS experience .
• hold post graduate qualifications in Obstetric , Gynaecological Ultrasound and/or General Abdominal Ultrasound
• be competent in independent reporting in ultrasound
• demonstrate a commitment to maintain the highest standards of imaging and service delivery.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

Band 2 - Administration Assistant - Gynaecology

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This vacancy is available as either 1 x full-time post (37.5 hours per week) or 2 x part-time job-share posts (18.75 hours per week each).

Please clearly state in your supporting information whether you are applying for the full-time position (37.5 hours per week) or the part-time position (18.75 hours per week).

We are looking for someone who:

• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident and professional when speaking to patients on the telephone.
• Has good IT and administrative skills and is comfortable using computer systems.
• Is willing and enthusiastic to learn new hospital systems and processes.
• Is organised and able to manage and prioritise a busy workload.
• Works well as part of a team and is willing to support colleagues.
• Has a positive and flexible approach to their work.
• Takes pride in providing a high-quality service to patients and colleagues.
• Has a genuine passion for working within the NHS and supporting patients through their healthcare journey.

Previous NHS or healthcare administration experience would be welcomed, but we are also keen to hear from candidates who have the right skills, attitude and willingness to learn.

If you are enthusiastic, approachable and looking for an opportunity to develop your administrative skills within a busy Gynaecology service, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to both the Waiting List Coordinator team and the Medical Secretary team, helping to ensure that the service runs efficiently and that patients receive a high-quality administrative service throughout their care.

This is a varied role within a busy hospital environment and would suit someone who is organised, reliable and enjoys working as part of a team. You will have regular contact with patients, including communicating with them by telephone, so you should be confident, professional and compassionate when speaking with patients and their families.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Paediatric Dietitian to join our Community and Eating Disorders teams on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. The post offers a varied and rewarding caseload, providing opportunities to develop expertise across community paediatrics and eating disorders while working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. The role has been evaluated at Band 7; however, applications are welcomed from candidates with relevant experience who may not yet meet all Band 7 criteria, with appointment at Band 6 considered where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

The Specialist Paediatric Community & Eating Disorders Dietitian provides a highly specialist dietetic service to children and young people with complex nutritional needs across community and eating disorder pathways. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the postholder will assess, diagnose, and manage a varied caseload including children with complex needs, feeding difficulties, restricted eating and eating disorders.

The postholder will contribute to specialist services across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire, delivering care in outpatient clinics, community venues, schools and patients' homes as required.

As part of an integrated paediatric dietetic service, the postholder will work closely with colleagues in community paediatrics, CAMHS and specialist eating disorder services, alongside paediatricians, psychologists, nurses and allied health professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.

The successful candidate will join a team of specialist paediatric dietitians within a research-active department committed to service development, quality improvement, innovation and continuing professional development.

A sound grounding in paediatric dietetics, together with excellent communication, teamwork and clinical reasoning skills, is essential. Experience working with children and young people with eating disorders is desirable.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

Are you a motivated pharmacist looking to broaden your clinical experience and take the next step in your career? Join our friendly and supportive pharmacy team at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, based at Southmead Hospital.

We are recruiting to our team of 21 rotational Band 6 pharmacists, offering an exciting opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of general and specialist clinical areas, including surgery, respiratory, cardiology, medical admissions, neurology, stroke, mental health, medicines information and technical services.

We're committed to supporting your professional development and offer the opportunity to undertake a fully funded two-year Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice, alongside the option to study for an independent prescribing qualification. You'll benefit from structured training, ongoing support and the opportunity to learn from our experienced specialist pharmacists.

As a valued member of the multidisciplinary team, you'll play an important role in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred pharmaceutical care, helping patients get the best outcomes from their medicines.

This role also includes participation in the Emergency Duty Commitment (EDC) rota, alongside the usual pharmacy service rotas.

This episode of recruitment welcomes applications from already qualified and UK registered pharmacists.

Main duties of the job

As a rotational Band 6 pharmacist, you will deliver patient-centred pharmaceutical care across a variety of clinical settings, working alongside experienced pharmacists and multidisciplinary colleagues.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing safe, effective and evidence-based pharmaceutical care, identifying and resolving medicines-related issues.
• Supporting the appropriate use of medicines in line with best practice, local formularies and Trust policies.
• Undertaking medicines reconciliation, clinical screening of prescriptions and discharge summaries, and providing medicines advice to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Contributing to the prevention of medicines-related harm and improving patient safety.
• Supporting the delivery of pharmacy services through dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas.
• Providing professional supervision and accuracy checking within the dispensary.
• Participating in medicines information, controlled drug management, quality assurance and departmental audits.
• Supporting patients receiving oral chemotherapy, including appropriate counselling and BOPA accreditation.
• Participate in dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas, including Emergency Duty Commitments (EDC), to support the safe and effective delivery of pharmacy services.

You'll also be encouraged to develop your clinical skills and take an active role in your professional development throughout your rotations.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

339-CCS4511-BAL

Job locations

Pharmacy Department, Southmead Hospital operating Unit

Brunel building, Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details please see the attached the job description document attached.

• Participate in the dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas contributing to service delivery. Adhere to all established procedures and complete all necessary records. Clinically screen prescriptions and discharge summaries to ensure the safe, legal and effective use of medicines in line with the local formulary and departmental policies. Record all major interventions made. Medicines Information deal with routine enquiries that arise on the ward and in the dispensary. Refer on complex queries to the medicine information team. Provide advice and information to patients/carers to ensure compliance with treatment. Ensure that a full medicine reconciliation is undertaken for each patient using appropriate sources of information. Dispensary - provide professional supervision of the dispensary area on a rotational basis. Provide final accuracy checking of dispensed items. Check issues of controlled Drugs and participate in departmental audits of CDs. Handout oral chemotherapy prescriptions and counsel patients as prescribed on chemocare, including BOPA accreditation. Provide input to Quality Assurance (QA) and quality management systems for the Pharmacy department and Trust under the supervision of the QA team.

Job description Job responsibilities For further details please see the attached the job description document attached. Participate in the dispensary, ward, weekend, late shift and on-call rotas contributing to service delivery. Adhere to all established procedures and complete all necessary records. Clinically screen prescriptions and discharge summaries to ensure the safe, legal and effective use of medicines in line with the local formulary and departmental policies. Record all major interventions made. Medicines Information deal with routine enquiries that arise on the ward and in the dispensary. Refer on complex queries to the medicine information team. Provide advice and information to patients/carers to ensure compliance with treatment. Ensure that a full medicine reconciliation is undertaken for each patient using appropriate sources of information. Dispensary - provide professional supervision of the dispensary area on a rotational basis. Provide final accuracy checking of dispensed items. Check issues of controlled Drugs and participate in departmental audits of CDs. Handout oral chemotherapy prescriptions and counsel patients as prescribed on chemocare, including BOPA accreditation. Provide input to Quality Assurance (QA) and quality management systems for the Pharmacy department and Trust under the supervision of the QA team.

Person Specification

Education / training / qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent: BPharm or BSc [Pharmacy])
• Successful completion of the trainee year and registration exam
• Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council for Pharmacists (GPhC)

Desirable

• Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Completion of the Post Qualification Foundation Pharmacist Programme
• Completion of the Certificate Year of Clinical Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of the Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or other recognised postgraduate qualification to a similar standard suitable for this role
• Qualified Independent Prescriber (or willing to complete)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of medicines supply within the NHS
• Experience for recognising opportunities for change, innovation, and quality improvement
• Experience of using digital technologies to support improved patient safety and outcomes
• Experience of audit and quality systems EA + I

Desirable

• Experience of hospital pharmacy practice

knowledge / skills / abilities

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to plan, organise and manage your time and prioritise workload to maintain safe and effective patient care.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Proactive approach to the application of pharmaceutical knowledge to enhance patient care
• Computer literate to EDCL standard
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with pharmacy staff, hospital staff and patients/carers.
• Ability to demonstrate and develop leadership skills

personal qualities/ special circumstances

Essential

• Adaptable and flexible approach to work
• Teaching / tutorial and clinical supervisory skills
• Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Person Specification Education / training / qualifications Essential Masters Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent: BPharm or BSc [Pharmacy]) Successful completion of the trainee year and registration exam Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council for Pharmacists (GPhC) Desirable Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society Completion of the Post Qualification Foundation Pharmacist Programme Completion of the Certificate Year of Clinical Diploma or equivalent Completion of the Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or other recognised postgraduate qualification to a similar standard suitable for this role Qualified Independent Prescriber (or willing to complete) Experience Essential Experience of medicines supply within the NHS Experience for recognising opportunities for change, innovation, and quality improvement Experience of using digital technologies to support improved patient safety and outcomes Experience of audit and quality systems EA + I Desirable Experience of hospital pharmacy practice knowledge / skills / abilities Essential Demonstrate ability to plan, organise and manage your time and prioritise workload to maintain safe and effective patient care. Ability to work under pressure Proactive approach to the application of pharmaceutical knowledge to enhance patient care Computer literate to EDCL standard Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with pharmacy staff, hospital staff and patients/carers. Ability to demonstrate and develop leadership skills personal qualities/ special circumstances Essential Adaptable and flexible approach to work Teaching / tutorial and clinical supervisory skills Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team Excellent interpersonal 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).

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Department, Southmead Hospital operating Unit

Brunel building, Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Department, Southmead Hospital operating Unit

Brunel building, Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children in the Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team!

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic band 5 Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team, working 36 hours per week (0.96 WTE). The post holder will contribute to the delivery of respiratory physiology testing within the Children's Hospital, as well as a high-quality sleep study service. It is essential that the successful applicant has previous experience of lung function testing, preferably with sleep physiology experience also. It is essential to have a good science background with a BSc in Healthcare Science or equivalent. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and a strong desire to continue a career in respiratory physiology are essential.

We are looking for individuals with enthusiasm, who enjoy working with children, and who are committed to providing a high-quality service in this healthcare science specialism. Previous experience in respiratory physiology investigations are essential, and recent NHS clinical experience is essential, as is a desire to continue with personal professional development. You must be highly motivated, with an ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will also need effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a busy and varied workload.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for contributing to an efficient & high-quality service in the field of Paediatric Respiratory Physiology & Sleep Medicine, & for providing the very best care for patients during their inpatient stay or outpatient visit.

• Undertaking a range of standard lung function investigations with inpatients & outpatients (spirometry, FeNO, nasal NO & bronchodilator response assessments), gaining accurate & clinically valuable measurements.
• Performing more complex lung function investigations (multiple breath washout, lung volumes & gas transfer) in line with service development.
• Facilitating the provision of sleep study investigations for inpatients & home sleep studies (overnight oximetry, overnight carbon dioxide monitoring and respiratory polygraphy), ensuring high quality data is captured.
• Performing analysis & reporting of sleep studies, following departmental & international standards.
• Maintaining equipment to ensure that it is functioning to agreed standards & specifications.
• Training and supporting junior staff, & participating in teaching & research activities within the department.

We would very much encourage informal discussions or visits to enable you to find out more about the role and department. Please contact Kate Kilpin ([email protected]), Lead Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist for further information. We look forward to hearing from you!

Provisional interview date: Tuesday 10th November 2026

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

30 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

Part-time

Reference number

387-W&C3885-LH-A

Job locations

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the detailed job description and person specification which can be found as an attached document.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the detailed job description and person specification which can be found as an attached document.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A - C including English, Mathematics and Science
• 3 A-levels grades A*- C including a science subject
• BSc in a relevant degree

Desirable

• Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times
• Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work to documented quality standards
• Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting tasks and problem solve effectively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating with patients and carers in sensitive situations
• Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of performing a range of lung function investigations
• Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of working with children

Desirable

• Experience of performing sleep physiology investigations
• Experience of supervising or training junior, trainee or student staff
• Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service

Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, clinically valuable measurements
• Able to work autonomously within own limitations, seeking advice where appropriate
• Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team
• Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum
• A desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A - C including English, Mathematics and Science 3 A-levels grades A*- C including a science subject BSc in a relevant degree Desirable Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work to documented quality standards Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting tasks and problem solve effectively Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating with patients and carers in sensitive situations Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems Evidence of continuing professional development Experience Essential Experience of performing a range of lung function investigations Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience of working with children Desirable Experience of performing sleep physiology investigations Experience of supervising or training junior, trainee or student staff Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service Personal qualities Essential Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, clinically valuable measurements Able to work autonomously within own limitations, seeking advice where appropriate Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum A desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a clinical pharmacist with an interest in digital healthcare, electronic prescribing and service improvement?

Southmead Hospital Operational Unit (SHOU), part of Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, has recently implemented an Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) system moving into the maintenance and optimisation stage of our journey.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our Pharmacy EPMA team and support the ongoing development, implementation and optimisation of our EPMA system. This is an exciting opportunity to combine clinical pharmacy practice with digital transformation, helping to improve patient safety and medicines management across the Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills in digital medicines, informatics and clinical transformation while working within a supportive and forward-thinking pharmacy EPMA team. You will play a key role in shaping how medicines are prescribed and administered across SHOU, helping to deliver safer and more efficient care for patients.

Join us and help transform digital medicines while building a rewarding career in clinical pharmacy and healthcare technology.

Main duties of the job

About the role

As a Specialist EPMA Pharmacist, you will work closely with the Lead EPMA Pharmacist, Pharmacy colleagues, Digital Services teams and clinical staff to support the delivery of EPMA and other medicines-related digital initiatives. You will contribute to system development, testing, training and optimisation, while using your clinical expertise to improve workflows, enhance patient safety and support service improvement. The role also includes a clinical pharmacy component, ensuring you maintain and develop your clinical skills alongside digital responsibilities.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

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

Reference number

339-CCS1872-MJA

Job locations

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of the SHOU's EPMA system.

• Contribute to digital transformation projects and medicines-related IT initiatives

• Analyse, test and improve digital prescribing workflows and processes.

• Deliver EPMA training and support to pharmacy, nursing and medical staff.

• Work collaboratively with clinicians, Digital Services teams and system suppliers to deliver safe and effective change.

• Provide specialist advice on medicines, prescribing systems and patient safety.

• Support project management, system testing and implementation activities.

• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and innovation.

• Support the development and training of pharmacy staff and trainees.

• Maintain a clinical pharmacy role and contribute to direct patient care.

Job description Job responsibilities Main responsibilities Support the development, implementation and maintenance of the SHOU's EPMA system. Contribute to digital transformation projects and medicines-related IT initiatives Analyse, test and improve digital prescribing workflows and processes. Deliver EPMA training and support to pharmacy, nursing and medical staff. Work collaboratively with clinicians, Digital Services teams and system suppliers to deliver safe and effective change. Provide specialist advice on medicines, prescribing systems and patient safety. Support project management, system testing and implementation activities. Contribute to service development, quality improvement and innovation. Support the development and training of pharmacy staff and trainees. Maintain a clinical pharmacy role and contribute to direct patient care.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• UK registered Pharmacist (A)
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development (A, I)
• Clinical Diploma or Accredited/ Equivalent Qualification approved by the GPhC or other Postgraduate Qualification (A)

Desirable

• ILM Level 3 or similar such as Edward Jenner (A, I)
• Project management qualification (A, I)

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (A, I)
• Able to manage time and prioritise effectively (A, I)
• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy IT system (A, I)
• Ability to problem solve at a level appropriate to the post (A, I)
• Comprehensive IT skills (A, I)

Experience

Essential

• UK hospital pharmacy experience (A, I)
• Experience of audit and quality systems (A, I)

Desirable

• Have experience of working with EPMA systems (A, I)
• Experience of project management (A, I)

Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills (A, I)
• Adaptable and flexible approach to work (A, I)
• Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team (A, I
• Teaching / tutorial and clinical supervisory skills (A, I)

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential UK registered Pharmacist (A) Evidence of Continued Professional Development (A, I) Clinical Diploma or Accredited/ Equivalent Qualification approved by the GPhC or other Postgraduate Qualification (A) Desirable ILM Level 3 or similar such as Edward Jenner (A, I) Project management qualification (A, I) Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Excellent verbal and written communication skills (A, I) Able to manage time and prioritise effectively (A, I) Knowledge of hospital pharmacy IT system (A, I) Ability to problem solve at a level appropriate to the post (A, I) Comprehensive IT skills (A, I) Experience Essential UK hospital pharmacy experience (A, I) Experience of audit and quality systems (A, I) Desirable Have experience of working with EPMA systems (A, I) Experience of project management (A, I) Personal qualities Essential Excellent interpersonal skills (A, I) Adaptable and flexible approach to work (A, I) Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team (A, I Teaching / tutorial and clinical supervisory skills (A, I)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you an experienced Software Test Lead or Manager with a passion for quality, assurance and digital transformation?

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Test Manager to lead testing across a portfolio of digital systems and transformation programmes.

Reporting to the Test & Release Senior Manager, you will lead the Testing Team and oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of testing across multiple projects. You will manage all aspects of the testing lifecycle, including planning, execution, defect management and reporting, ensuring solutions meet functional requirements before deployment into operational and clinical environments.

Working with project teams, suppliers and stakeholders, you will coordinate testing across SIT, ST and UAT while promoting best practice.

We are looking for an experienced testing leader with strong knowledge of testing methodologies, Agile delivery and software development lifecycles. You will have a proven track record of leading testing activities in complex environments and influencing stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.

As part of the newly formed Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, this role offers an opportunity to help shape and develop the Testing & Release function. You will support major digital transformation programmes, influence testing standards and governance, and help deliver high-quality digital services for patients, clinicians and operational teams.

Main duties of the job

Lead and manage the Testing Team, providing effective line management, performance oversight, appraisals, leave management and staff development. Deputise for the Senior Testing and Release Manager and hold delegated responsibility for approving timesheets and expenses. Develop, implement and maintain testing policies, procedures and change control processes in line with best practice, while fostering a culture that embraces technology and continuous improvement. Provide expert leadership in software testing, supporting major digital programmes and embedding Agile methodologies across the team. Oversee testing activity across multiple test levels, including system, integration and user acceptance testing, ensuring accurate planning, estimation, monitoring and reporting of progress. Work closely with suppliers and stakeholders to resolve defects and enable successful delivery of testing activities. Develop and refine testing processes, produce reports and testing documentation, and provide mentoring, guidance and support to colleagues across the Trust in test script development and execution. Coordinate and influence resources beyond direct line management to ensure testing objectives are achieved and high-quality outcomes are delivered.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

18 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

387-CONSULTATION7562-SC

Job locations

Digital HQ

40 Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Training, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge in testing knowledge, through degree qualification, or significant experience of working at similar level.
• ISTQB Foundation/ ISTQB Advanced Qualification or equivalent experience.
• Leadership of Testing within a large and complex IT environment.
• Experience of producing test artefacts to support testing for a large integrated suite of systems.
• Experience managing defects and working with suppliers to take them through to resolution.
• Knowledge and understanding of testing best practice across different levels of testing.
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical systems such as EPR systems and/or Theatre systems.
• Knowledge of SDLCs such as SCRUM and SAFe.
• Knowledge and understanding of how testing works with the various teams involved in a large project such as Analysis, Business Intelligence and Data Warehouses, Development/Config, Data Migration, Training and Project Management.

Desirable

• Experience in using tools such as Azure DevOps or similar for the management of testing and defects would be desirable
• Knowledge and understanding of how systems integrate and familiarity with HL7 would be advantageous

Communication Skills

Essential

• Have excellent communication skills, sufficient to impart highly complex information to a wide range of audiences.
• Excellent communications skills, with the ability to understand and interpret customer requirements and deliver the correct level of information dependent upon the audience.

Analytical Skills

Essential

• Be able to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of solution options
• Excellent communications skills, with the ability to understand and interpret customer requirements and deliver the correct level of information dependent upon the audience

Planning Skills

Essential

• Ability to translate local and national requirements into an information plan.
• Ability to plan allocation of resources against changing priorities and emerging pressures.

Management Skills

Essential

• Significant expertise in staff management, coaching, team building and change management.
• Experienced manager with substantial experience at a senior level.
• A leader and motivator with a successful history of building, developing and motivating teams to perform at the highest level.

Person Specification Training, Knowledge and Experience Essential Highly developed specialist knowledge in testing knowledge, through degree qualification, or significant experience of working at similar level. ISTQB Foundation/ ISTQB Advanced Qualification or equivalent experience. Leadership of Testing within a large and complex IT environment. Experience of producing test artefacts to support testing for a large integrated suite of systems. Experience managing defects and working with suppliers to take them through to resolution. Knowledge and understanding of testing best practice across different levels of testing. Knowledge and understanding of clinical systems such as EPR systems and/or Theatre systems. Knowledge of SDLCs such as SCRUM and SAFe. Knowledge and understanding of how testing works with the various teams involved in a large project such as Analysis, Business Intelligence and Data Warehouses, Development/Config, Data Migration, Training and Project Management. Desirable Experience in using tools such as Azure DevOps or similar for the management of testing and defects would be desirable Knowledge and understanding of how systems integrate and familiarity with HL7 would be advantageous Communication Skills Essential Have excellent communication skills, sufficient to impart highly complex information to a wide range of audiences. Excellent communications skills, with the ability to understand and interpret customer requirements and deliver the correct level of information dependent upon the audience. Analytical Skills Essential Be able to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of solution options Excellent communications skills, with the ability to understand and interpret customer requirements and deliver the correct level of information dependent upon the audience Planning Skills Essential Ability to translate local and national requirements into an information plan. Ability to plan allocation of resources against changing priorities and emerging pressures. Management Skills Essential Significant expertise in staff management, coaching, team building and change management. Experienced manager with substantial experience at a senior level. A leader and motivator with a successful history of building, developing and motivating teams to perform at the highest level.

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Digital HQ

40 Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Digital HQ

40 Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a looking to progress your career into obstetric and non-obstetric sonography, working with a dynamic and diverse team of experienced NHS sonographers?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified State Registered radiographer/ clinical practitioner to join our ultrasound team to undertake a Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound.

The range of work would include all aspects of Obstetrics, Gynaecology, General Abdominal Ultrasound and Small parts (this can be included as credits and/or as part of in-house training).

You will have the opportunity to train with our highly skilled team of Sonographers in specialties such as general, testes, gynaecology, all obstetrics including early pregnancy, all inpatients, including ITU, same day emergency care and renal transplant scans in theatre.

Find out more about the team in our departmental video:

Imaging at North Bristol NHS Trust

Please note that the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received

Main duties of the job

Successful post holders must hold:

• BSc in Radiography or equivalent.
• A current Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration or be on the RCT (Register of Clinical Technologists).
• To have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 in English Language.
• This role requires you to have good hand eye coordination, the ability to process complex information, good written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work with colleagues from support staff to consultants, keeping the patient's best interest at the centre of what you do.
• Ultrasound lists take place at Southmead Hospital, as well as in community sites in Cossham Hospital, Clevedon Hospital and Yate Westgate Centre.
• You will be expected to undertake an 18-to-24-month training programme at master's post-graduate level at one of the reputable universities either University of the West of England (UWE), leading to the successful completion of a post-graduate diploma in medical ultrasound.
• The aim being to undertake and independently report general medical, gynaecology, small parts, obstetric and early pregnancy ultrasound examinations to a high standard.
• Provide direct care and facilitate patient management, seeking assistance when required.
• Self-directed learning at masters level 7 in own time
• Attend clinical governance mornings for training and feedback interesting cases.
• Be involved in CPD, including attending courses as needed.

About us

We currently are a team of 40 Sonographers, 15 specialists in obstetric, 5 in MSK, 4 in head and neck and 5 in baby hips ultrasound, with 3 trainee sonographers. As well as our ultrasound Lead Practice Educator, who supports our ultrasound trainees through their learning and preceptorship.

Our award-winning Brunel Building includes a large rooftop terrace, staff only zone, with an outdoor seating area with views across the city. Working in a new modern building, we recognise that staff enjoy comfortable, light filled areas to work, and rest is important.

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Job summary

As a member of the Pharmacy technicianteam,you will provide safe and effective pharmacy support to the dispensary and adult wards within UHBW. You will develop your existing professional, technical and clinical skills through your own continuing professional development to provide and service of excellence to both patients and staff alike.

This role includes 4 days aweek commitment to dispensing and checking of medicines within the dispensary and1day a week embedded in one of the ward-based adult clinical teams: medicine, surgery, cardiacservicesand critical care.

The post holder willbe requiredto work shifts including late duties,weekendsand Bank Holidays on a rota basis.

Progression from a band 4 to band 5 will be subject to successful completion of the 4/5 pathway framework.

Previous applicants need not apply. This vacancy may close earlier than advertised.

Main duties of the job

• Provide patient-facing pharmacy services within specialist clinical teams.
• Complete medicines reconciliation and verify medication histories.
• Support safe and effective use of medicines throughout admission and discharge.
• Assist pharmacists in identifying and resolving medication-related issues.
• Support Patient Own Drugs (PODs) and One-Stop Dispensing (OSD) schemes.
• Undertake final accuracy checking of dispensed medicines where accredited.
• Liaise with patients, carers, ward staff, prescribers, and community healthcare providers.
• Prioritise workload to ensure timely and safe patient care.
• Maintain accurate records using pharmacy and electronic patient systems.
• Support staff training, induction, and supervision.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development.
• Work collaboratively across pharmacy services to ensure effective service delivery.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

• Better outcomes for ourPatients
• More opportunities for our People
• Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation
• Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

• Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
• We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
• More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
• Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
• Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
• We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
• Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
• We will contribute to system financial balance

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

387-DT0757-NG-A

Job locations

Main Dispensary, Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Dispensing Services

• Dispense medication accurately for inpatients, outpatients, day cases and patients being discharged.
• Assess prescriptions for completeness and clarify discrepancies with pharmacists, prescribers and nursing staff when appropriate.
• Accurately generate dispensing labels and assemble medicines according to prescriptions and SOPs.
• Maintain accurate dispensing records using pharmacy computer systems.
• Ensure all medicines are supplied safely and within required timescales

Ward-Based Services

• Participate in ward-based pharmacy services.
• Assist with the management of patients' own drugs and One-Stop Dispensing schemes.
• Liaise with ward staff regarding medication supply issues.
• Support the timely discharge of patients by facilitating prompt medication supply.

Accuracy and Quality

• Maintain high standards of accuracy in all pharmacy activities.
• Undertake final accuracy checking if accredited and authorised to do so.
• Identify and report dispensing incidents, near misses and risks.
• Contribute to service improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Stock Management

• Monitor and maintain stock levels within dispensary and ward areas.
• Ensure medicines are stored correctly and securely.
• Participate in stock rotation and expiry date checking.
• Assist with receipt, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products.
• Support management of controlled stationery and emergency stock items as required.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Respond professionally to medication and supply enquiries.
• Escalate complex clinical or operational issues to senior staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Information Governance requirements

Training and Supervision

• Support the induction and training of pharmacy assistants, apprentices and new staff.
• Share knowledge and promote good practice within the team.
• Participate in competency assessments where appropriate.
• Act as a positive role model for professional behaviour and patient-centred care.
• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

• Use pharmacy computer systems and electronic prescribing systems effectively.
• Maintain accurate electronic records relating to dispensing and medicines management.
• Ensure data quality and compliance with Trust documentation standards. [technician...template) | Word]

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Adhere to GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals.
• Participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and mandatory training.
• Work within own competency and seek support when required.
• Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects and service developments

Please be aware that this vacancy may be closed prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job description Job responsibilities Dispensing Services Dispense medication accurately for inpatients, outpatients, day cases and patients being discharged. Assess prescriptions for completeness and clarify discrepancies with pharmacists, prescribers and nursing staff when appropriate. Accurately generate dispensing labels and assemble medicines according to prescriptions and SOPs. Maintain accurate dispensing records using pharmacy computer systems. Ensure all medicines are supplied safely and within required timescales Ward-Based Services Participate in ward-based pharmacy services. Assist with the management of patients' own drugs and One-Stop Dispensing schemes. Liaise with ward staff regarding medication supply issues. Support the timely discharge of patients by facilitating prompt medication supply. Accuracy and Quality Maintain high standards of accuracy in all pharmacy activities. Undertake final accuracy checking if accredited and authorised to do so. Identify and report dispensing incidents, near misses and risks. Contribute to service improvement and patient safety initiatives. Stock Management Monitor and maintain stock levels within dispensary and ward areas. Ensure medicines are stored correctly and securely. Participate in stock rotation and expiry date checking. Assist with receipt, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products. Support management of controlled stationery and emergency stock items as required. Communication Communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals. Respond professionally to medication and supply enquiries. Escalate complex clinical or operational issues to senior staff. Maintain confidentiality and comply with Information Governance requirements Training and Supervision Support the induction and training of pharmacy assistants, apprentices and new staff. Share knowledge and promote good practice within the team. Participate in competency assessments where appropriate. Act as a positive role model for professional behaviour and patient-centred care. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Use pharmacy computer systems and electronic prescribing systems effectively. Maintain accurate electronic records relating to dispensing and medicines management. Ensure data quality and compliance with Trust documentation standards. [technician...template) | Word] Professional Responsibilities Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Adhere to GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals. Participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and mandatory training. Work within own competency and seek support when required. Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects and service developments Please be aware that this vacancy may be closed prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (Or in-process)E (A)
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment)
• Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment)

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good time management
• Computer literate
• Ability to work alone and in a team
• Flexible and adaptive approach
• Committed to providing a high quality pharmacy service
• Evidence of self-motivation and direction

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within a clinical patient-facing environment
• Proven ability to dispense medicines accurately without errors

Desirable

• Previous experience of supporting, training and teaching of others
• Previous participation in audit or quality improvement work

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (Or in-process)E (A) Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment) Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment) Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Good oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good time management Computer literate Ability to work alone and in a team Flexible and adaptive approach Committed to providing a high quality pharmacy service Evidence of self-motivation and direction Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a clinical patient-facing environment Proven ability to dispense medicines accurately without errors Desirable Previous experience of supporting, training and teaching of others Previous participation in audit or quality improvement 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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Main Dispensary, Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Main Dispensary, Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a clinical, counselling or health psychologist to work in a leading adult oncology and haematology service. The post holder will be closely supported by colleagues within an established and highly valued and supportive psychological health service.

You will have a wide range of direct clinical work covering all parts of the adult cancer pathway across different tumour sites and teams. You will be offered opportunities to contribute to the compassionate care of staff, through clinical supervision, as well as supporting our wide ranging training programme.

There are excellent facilities to support this role, with dedicated administrative support and clinical space within Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre and Weston General Hospital. We offer a very supportive Psychological Health Services group across the Trust, with strong links to regional and national networks.

Main duties of the job

The total hours currently available are 33.75 (0.9wte). If full time hours are desirable there may be opportunities to pick up additional hours on a fixed term basis.

This role covers the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Hospital (BHOC) and Weston General Hospital (WGH) and therefore requires the post holder to travel to both sites. The role requires availability on Tuesdays and Fridays, other days to be negotiated based on working patterns and sites. Candidates invited to interview will be asked to express their preference for working hours.

Interviews will be conducted on Thursday 1st October

• To provide specialist psychological services, including assessment, formulation and implementation of psychological interventions for people over the age of 16 affected by cancer and haematological disorders. To deliver these services in both ward-based and out-patient settings as needed. To undertake or support research and audit relevant to care pathways.
• To propose changes for service development, guidelines and protocols relevant to psychological health across these care pathways to the relevant Specialist Clinical Psychologist or Head of Services.

About us

As a large department, Psychological Health Services provides applied psychology services to a wide range of specialist multidisciplinary teams. Although the current recruitment is for a specific post, we welcome applications and enquiries from those who are interested in wider opportunities within our portfolio. As a way to support individual development, growth of expertise and service priorities, successful applicants may benefit from opportunities to work into other clinical areas through discussion and planning with their line manager and head of service.

Job summary

As a Band 6 Bank Speech and Language Therapist, you will provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for adults with communication and swallowing disorders arising from stroke, neurological conditions, neurosurgery, complex medical conditions and long-term health needs. Shifts may be in inpatient or outpatient settings where you will independently manage a specialist caseload while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. Support and supervision is available from senior staff in all clinical pathways.

You will use advanced clinical reasoning skills to assess and manage complex communication and dysphagia presentations. You may be involved in supporting videofluoroscopy and FEES assessments, and work with patients with tracheostomies and ventilator dependence depending on your experience and competency development but this is not essential to the role.

Main duties of the job

• Demonstrate specialist knowledge in stroke, neurology, neurosurgery, elderly care and dysphagia management.
• Work autonomously within professional scope of practice
• Assess, diagnose and manage complex communication and swallowing disorders.
• Analyse assessment findings and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Use clinical reasoning to provide differential diagnoses.
• Make decisions regarding referral, discharge and onward specialist investigations
• Manage complex clinical situations with support from senior colleagues where appropriate
• Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Negotiate care plans and therapy goals with patients, carers and members of the MDT
• Communicate complex, sensitive and potentially distressing information to patients, carers and professionals.
• Adapt communication methods to overcome barriers associated with aphasia, dysarthria, cognitive impairment, hearing impairment and altered consciousness
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic and paper clinical records.
• Collect and record activity and outcome data.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

We are seeking an experiencedMRI Radiographer to join our MRI team at Bristo NHS Foundation Trust. This role is ideal for a motivated Radiographer with expertise in adult and paediatric MRI imaging, who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.

You will play a key role in providing a high-quality, patient-centred MRI service across our hospital sites, working closely with the MRI Modality Lead and Band 7 MRI Leads. Experience in Cardiac MRI is essential and support will be available for further development within this specialist area.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6 MRI Radiographer, you will:

• Deliver a comprehensive MRI service for both adult and paediatric patients, producing high-quality diagnostic images.
• Maintain excellent technical and clinical standards within MRI practice, ensuring patient safety and comfort at all times.
• Work collaboratively with radiographers, radiologists, medical physics teams, ward staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues to support efficient service delivery.
• Participate in the development of MRI services, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and keeping up to date with advances in MRI practice.
• Administer contrast agents and undertake IV cannulation in line with departmental protocols.
• Support and supervise student radiographers and act as a role model for professional practice.
• Contribute to the extended-day service by working evenings, weekends and participating in the 24/7 MRI on-call rota for adult and paediatric non-cardiac emergency imaging.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

387-D&T1183-NG

Job locations

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To develop and maintain excellent technical and clinical competency in general and paediatric MRI, leading on to cardiac MRI. To be aware of current MRI safety regulations under the guidance of the MRI Safety Officer. To support the Radiographic Assistant team where necessary. To maintain the professional, technical and patient care standards. To liaise with Radiographic, Radiological, Clerical, Theatre and ward staff to manage workflow. To participate in the extended day and weekend rota and MRI On- Call rota. To liaise with, and support, clerical staff in the booking and preparation of patients, with special attention to those patients who have special MRI safety considerations. To actively monitor equipment performance and report any faults to the MEMO or the manufacturer as appropriate and to ensure that staff are aware of any faults Respond quickly to any complaints / concerns. Keep up to date with developments within the MRI field (CPD) To ensure that Local Rules and Standard Operating Procedures are kept up to date in conjunction with Medical Physics. To assist the lead Radiographers in the management, delivery and development of the service. To attend first-line management courses or other departmental courses at the discretion of the lead MRI Radiographers. To provide a sympathetic and caring environment for patients. To undertake and keep up to date with mandatory and statutory training. Administer lV contrast and Buscopan / Glucagon where appropriate to the protocol. Request Orbit X-rays for foreign bodies so that patients are not put at risk for MRI scans and to liaise with the Radiologists/ Cardiologists if any other imaging is required prior to the scan for safety purposes. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. lnformation concerning the Trust's patients and staff must be treated as strictly confidential at alltimes and you may not divulge it to any other person except with the authority of your Head of Department. Such authority may only be given when it is in the patient's interest and is a necessary part of treatment. Unauthorised disclosure of confidential information will result in disciplinary action and may lead to your dismissal. Accountable for own practice, always acting within your registered professions Code of Professional Conduct

Supervisory, Teaching, Training Responsibilities

To demonstrate expert knowledge of the MRI and standards of clinical practice.

Act as an expert specialist educational resource for clinical staff, patients and carers by providing formal and informal education. Promote and develop a positive learning environment throughout the Trust.

Promote team-working; build rapport and collaborative working practices with multi-disciplinary teams. Act as a clinical role model demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice to other staff when necessary. To supervise the practical experience of student radiographers.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. Main Duties and Responsibilities To develop and maintain excellent technical and clinical competency in general and paediatric MRI, leading on to cardiac MRI. To be aware of current MRI safety regulations under the guidance of the MRI Safety Officer. To support the Radiographic Assistant team where necessary. To maintain the professional, technical and patient care standards. To liaise with Radiographic, Radiological, Clerical, Theatre and ward staff to manage workflow. To participate in the extended day and weekend rota and MRI On- Call rota. To liaise with, and support, clerical staff in the booking and preparation of patients, with special attention to those patients who have special MRI safety considerations. To actively monitor equipment performance and report any faults to the MEMO or the manufacturer as appropriate and to ensure that staff are aware of any faults Respond quickly to any complaints / concerns. Keep up to date with developments within the MRI field (CPD) To ensure that Local Rules and Standard Operating Procedures are kept up to date in conjunction with Medical Physics. To assist the lead Radiographers in the management, delivery and development of the service. To attend first-line management courses or other departmental courses at the discretion of the lead MRI Radiographers. To provide a sympathetic and caring environment for patients. To undertake and keep up to date with mandatory and statutory training. Administer lV contrast and Buscopan / Glucagon where appropriate to the protocol. Request Orbit X-rays for foreign bodies so that patients are not put at risk for MRI scans and to liaise with the Radiologists/ Cardiologists if any other imaging is required prior to the scan for safety purposes. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. lnformation concerning the Trust's patients and staff must be treated as strictly confidential at alltimes and you may not divulge it to any other person except with the authority of your Head of Department. Such authority may only be given when it is in the patient's interest and is a necessary part of treatment. Unauthorised disclosure of confidential information will result in disciplinary action and may lead to your dismissal. Accountable for own practice, always acting within your registered professions Code of Professional Conduct Supervisory, Teaching, Training Responsibilities To demonstrate expert knowledge of the MRI and standards of clinical practice. Act as an expert specialist educational resource for clinical staff, patients and carers by providing formal and informal education. Promote and develop a positive learning environment throughout the Trust. Promote team-working; build rapport and collaborative working practices with multi-disciplinary teams. Act as a clinical role model demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice to other staff when necessary. To supervise the practical experience of student radiographers.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiographers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent
• Relevant qualification or training and specialist experience in their Modality e.g. Post Graduate Certificate or equivalent management course or working towards it.
• Must hold a current Health Professions Council (HCPC) Registration Certificate
• Must have an understanding of relevant Health & Safety at work and Welfare issues, including the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017
• Must have evidence of completed and planned Continued Professional Development

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Exercise independent judgement and initiative based on acquired experience and knowledge
• IV cannulation skills
• Team member - able to assist radiographers/advanced radiographers with weekend/extended day working.
• Able to show initiative
• Excellent IT skills
• Self-motivated - skilled in time management/prioritisation

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in MRI with an in depth understanding and a sound knowledge of techniques
• Experience of team working
• Experience of working in the field of adult and/ or paediatric cardiology
• Experience of working in the NHS

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiographers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent Relevant qualification or training and specialist experience in their Modality e.g. Post Graduate Certificate or equivalent management course or working towards it. Must hold a current Health Professions Council (HCPC) Registration Certificate Must have an understanding of relevant Health & Safety at work and Welfare issues, including the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 Must have evidence of completed and planned Continued Professional Development Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Exercise independent judgement and initiative based on acquired experience and knowledge IV cannulation skills Team member - able to assist radiographers/advanced radiographers with weekend/extended day working. Able to show initiative Excellent IT skills Self-motivated - skilled in time management/prioritisation Experience Essential Experience of working in MRI with an in depth understanding and a sound knowledge of techniques Experience of team working Experience of working in the field of adult and/ or paediatric cardiology Experience of working in the NHS

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Transform Neonatal Care Across the South West of England

We are seeking an innovative, experienced, and highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join our neonatal team in this unique leadership role. This is an exciting opportunity to combine expert clinical leadership within a tertiary neonatal service with strategic regional leadership across the South West Neonatal Network.

The post is structured as 3 days Clinical Lead, 2 days Neonatal Network Occupational Therapy Lead.

This role offers the opportunity to shape and influence neonatal occupational therapy practice at both local and regional levels, ensuring that babies and families receive high-quality, evidence-based developmental care and occupational therapy support throughout their neonatal journey.

The postholder will be a valued member of the specialist OT team, working collaboratively with the current Occupational Therapy clinical lead, Paediatric therapy manager and Neonatal Network AHP leads. We are looking for an innovative, inclusive clinical leader who is passionate about delivering a high-quality patient centred service.

The post may be offered for full or part time hours, to be discussed at interview.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Lead

• To lead a highly specialised Occupational Therapy service and autonomously carry a clinical caseload, including highly complex specialist neonatal and paediatric patients admitted to the neonatal unit and BRHC.
• To provide direct line management and operational support to a team of qualified and non qualified staff
• To be a core member of the neonatal MDT, assisting in the development, planning and progression of service provision in accordance with best evidence and local and national targets
• To demonstrate advanced knowledge of foetal new-born development, developmental disabilities and promotion of the roles of Occupational Therapy in neonatal services.
• To act as a source of expertise and demonstrate advanced knowledge and experience in the highly skilled management of high risk infants requiring neonatal care.
• Identify, co-ordinate and undertake continual professional development.

Network

• Provide strategic occupational therapy leadership across the South West Neonatal Network.
• Build professional networks and communities of practice across the region.
• Support workforce development, education and competency frameworks.
• Facilitate collaborative quality improvement initiatives and research opportunities.
• Represent occupational therapy within regional and national neonatal forums.
• Promote equitable access to neonatal occupational therapy services across the network.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum, pro rata for part time roles

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

387-W&C5588-LH

Job locations

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description documents attached to this vacancy.

Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description documents attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of relevant post-graduate CPD equivalent to at least MSc level
• Relevant Neonatal Training courses e.g. NBAS, NBO, FINE, Infant Bobath, Sensory Beginnings, General Movement, EI Smart, Bayley IV, miniAHA

Desirable

• Management / Leadership Training
• Registration with RCOT
• Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate experience across a wide range of specialities
• Experience working within paediatrics at a senior level (Band7 or above) including neonatal care, neurodevelopment or neurosciences
• Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessment and interventions in neonatal units
• Evidence working within a multidisciplinary team with clear understanding of roles and expectations
• Proven experience of research, audit and/or service development
• Proven experience in developing and delivering teaching, training and supervision of others
• Experience managing individuals and managing team performance
• Experience of guideline / policy writing
• Knowledge of key national issues/agendas relevant to the neonatal field

Desirable

• Experience of hospital discharge planning and caseload prioritisation
• Experience of prescribing specialised paediatric equipment.
• Experience of regional working
• Experience of leading and implementing service developments, including developing business cases and large scale change management

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent clinical leadership skills
• Sound IT skills
• Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner
• Proven responsibility for own decision making whilst working closely within a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Ability to fabricate upper limb splints from a range of materials

Aptitudes

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Good team player
• Leadership
• Honest
• Trustworthy
• Hardworking

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential HCPC registered Occupational Therapist Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy Evidence of relevant post-graduate CPD equivalent to at least MSc level Relevant Neonatal Training courses e.g. NBAS, NBO, FINE, Infant Bobath, Sensory Beginnings, General Movement, EI Smart, Bayley IV, miniAHA Desirable Management / Leadership Training Registration with RCOT Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years Knowledge & Experience Essential Significant post graduate experience across a wide range of specialities Experience working within paediatrics at a senior level (Band7 or above) including neonatal care, neurodevelopment or neurosciences Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessment and interventions in neonatal units Evidence working within a multidisciplinary team with clear understanding of roles and expectations Proven experience of research, audit and/or service development Proven experience in developing and delivering teaching, training and supervision of others Experience managing individuals and managing team performance Experience of guideline / policy writing Knowledge of key national issues/agendas relevant to the neonatal field Desirable Experience of hospital discharge planning and caseload prioritisation Experience of prescribing specialised paediatric equipment. Experience of regional working Experience of leading and implementing service developments, including developing business cases and large scale change management Skills & Abilities Essential Excellent organisational and time management skills Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Excellent clinical leadership skills Sound IT skills Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner Proven responsibility for own decision making whilst working closely within a team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Desirable Ability to fabricate upper limb splints from a range of materials Aptitudes Essential Good communication skills Good team player Leadership Honest Trustworthy Hardworking

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified Physiotherapist looking to start your career in a supportive and varied clinical environment? We have exciting opportunities to join our Rotational Physiotherapy team at Southmead Hospital.

Our six-month rotations offer the opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of specialities, including Outpatients, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Older Persons Medicine, Specialist Medicine, Stroke, Neurosciences, Intensive Care, Respiratory Medicine, Vascular and Surgical services.

Southmead Hospital is a Major Trauma Centre with a 48-bedded Intensive Care Unit, providing an excellent environment to develop your clinical skills and experience.

We are committed to supporting your development. You will have access to senior physiotherapy support, structured training, regular Band 5 peer meetings, in-service training and continuing professional development. Newly qualified Physiotherapists will also benefit from our preceptorship programme.

Weekend working is currently on a 1:4 basis, with an associated non-working day. Once appropriately trained, there is an expectation to participate in the physiotherapy on-call rota. Elective Orthopaedics also operates an extended Mon-Fri service 8am and 8pm.

We particularly encourage applications from newly qualified Physiotherapists and those who qualified within the previous year.

Please note: We expect a high volume of applications and may close this advert early. Interviews will be held in person and cannot be rearranged.

Main duties of the job

As a Rotational Physiotherapist, you will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, developing your clinical skills and confidence across a range of specialities.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Assessing, treating and managing your own patient caseload, with support and supervision from senior physiotherapists.
• Rotating through different clinical areas, with clear learning objectives to help you consolidate and build on your graduate skills and academic knowledge.
• Planning and prioritising your workload effectively and communicating with patients, colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Developing your clinical reasoning, assessment and treatment skills across a broad range of patient groups.
• Working collaboratively to provide safe, effective and person-centred care.
• Supporting and, where appropriate, supervising Technical Instructors and Physiotherapy Students.
• Participating in shift, weekend and bank holiday working.
• Participating in the 24/7 respiratory on-call rota once appropriately trained.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation for your physiotherapy career while gaining experience across a diverse range of acute clinical specialities.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

The Band 7 Mental Health Liaison Team (MHLT) Bank Practitioner provides specialist mental health assessment, risk management and intervention for patients presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) and Acute Medical Unit (AMU). Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will deliver high-quality, patient-centered mental health care to individuals experiencing acute mental illness, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioural disturbance, substance misuse, dementia, delirium and complex psychosocial crises.

As a senior clinician within the Mental Health Liaison Team, the post holder will provide expert mental health assessment, formulation and care planning for patients with complex presentations. They will work collaboratively with acute hospital colleagues and external partners to ensure patients receive timely assessment, appropriate treatment and onward referral to the most suitable services.

The post holder will support the day-to-day operational delivery of the liaison service during bank shifts, providing clinical leadership, advice and guidance to colleagues where required, whilst maintaining high standards of clinical practice, documentation and risk management.

The role requires a practitioner who can work autonomously within a fast-paced acute hospital environment, demonstrate sound clinical judgement and effectively manage competing priorities.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake comprehensive mental health and psychosocial assessments for patients presenting to ED and AMU.
• Assess, formulate and manage risk relating to self-harm, suicide, mental illness, behavioural disturbance and vulnerability.
• Develop and implement appropriate care and risk management plans.
• Provide specialist advice and consultation to acute hospital staff regarding the assessment and management of patients with mental health needs.
• Support decision-making regarding admission, discharge and appropriate onward referral pathways.
• Liaise effectively with community mental health teams, crisis services, primary care, social care, safeguarding teams and other partner agencies.
• Facilitate safe and effective patient flow through the acute hospital by supporting timely assessment and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records and documentation.
• Escalate concerns appropriately and contribute to maintaining patient safety and quality of care.
• Act as a senior clinician and role model, providing support and guidance to less experienced staff where required.
• Participate in clinical supervision, mandatory training and continuing professional development.
• Work in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards, safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Contribute positively to multidisciplinary team working and maintain effective working relationships across services

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

We welcome enthusiastic and committed Therapeutic Radiographers to apply for this position within our innovative and friendly working environment.We are a large Radiotherapy department within the south west providing both local and regional services to both adults and paediatric patients. We have 5 Elekta linear accelerators and within the pre-treatment area there are 2 dedicated CT scanners, Raystation and a mould room.

All staff are involved in the development of the service and we actively encourage continual professional development including opportunities for post graduate learning to develop skills to promote patient centered care.

As a senior Therapeutic Radiographer within pre-treatment you will have pre-treatment experience and be able to provide accurate planning of radiotherapy treatments with appropriate patient care. You will also be required to assist the Team Lead Therapeutic Radiographer in charge of the area and to deputise when necessary.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

To ensure accurate planning of Radiotherapy treatments as prescribed, with appropriate care of the patient with a cancer diagnosis

To assist the pre-treatment Team Lead Therapeutic Radiographers in charge of pre-treatment and deputise as necessary.

To use highly developed communication skills to support patients and carers in informed decision making about their care

Adhere to all Health and Safety aspects required in the Mould Room with special reference to COSHH.

Be able to accurately position and immobilise the patient in a suitable position for treatment

Ensure appropriate scans are taken so that treatment can be accurately localised and treatment plans can be verified.

To ensure that immobilisation devices and shielding devices for radiotherapy treatments are produced in a timely and accurate manner.

To be able to plan palliative treatments on VSim.

Use appropriate planning and time management techniques to aid the Band 7 Team Leader with the smooth running of the area of pre-treatment to which he/she is assigned.

Required to provide mentorship and assess training/competency of radiographers, students, apprentices and pre-treatment support workers.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

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 for part time roles

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-SPS7166-JJ-A

Job locations

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Horfield Road

Bristol

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Wide experience with equipment and techniques
• Experience with student/support worker education
• Knowledge of national developments in radiotherapy techniques/ advances

Desirable

• Mould room experience
• Contrast media injection training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Patient focused
• Ability to deal effectively with predictable and routine problems using defined and familiar procedures and guidelines
• Anticipate problems and take preventative action or set up contingency plans
• Reliability to work well under pressure
• Appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the service
• Able to adapt skills to all areas of the department
• Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• DCR (T) or BSc (Hons) State Registered Therapeutic Radiographer

Aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrate tolerance, sensitivity and empathy with staff and clients
• Demonstrate ambition in personal and service development
• Ability to communicate well at all levels
• Demonstrate initiative and innovation in a professional manner.

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Wide experience with equipment and techniques Experience with student/support worker education Knowledge of national developments in radiotherapy techniques/ advances Desirable Mould room experience Contrast media injection training Skills and Abilities Essential Patient focused Ability to deal effectively with predictable and routine problems using defined and familiar procedures and guidelines Anticipate problems and take preventative action or set up contingency plans Reliability to work well under pressure Appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the service Able to adapt skills to all areas of the department Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities. Qualifications and Training Essential DCR (T) or BSc (Hons) State Registered Therapeutic Radiographer Aptitudes Essential Demonstrate tolerance, sensitivity and empathy with staff and clients Demonstrate ambition in personal and service development Ability to communicate well at all levels Demonstrate initiative and innovation in a professional manner.

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Horfield Road

Bristol

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Horfield Road

Bristol

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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