Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant at Braintree Mews Care Home in Braintree. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be tosupportand work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open,supportive, andinclusiveenvironment for residents, visitors and staff.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation.
• Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations.
• Supporting residents with their medication requirements.
• Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required.
• Acting as a key point for contact with residents, their relatives and visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are acted upon, and concerns or complaints are escalated.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidatemust:

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Our ideal candidate must: Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes. Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment. Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have a positive attitude to both supporting and nurturing residents and staff. Be responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Braintree

CM7 5SE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Shift Details: 08.00-20.00 / 08.00-14.00 / 14.00-20.00 / 20.00-08.00

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times.

• Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner.
• Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
• Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home.
• Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members.
• Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience is not required as we offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Nuneaton

CV10 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Shift Details: 7.50 am - 8.05 pm, Alternate Weekends

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be tosupportand work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open,supportive, andinclusiveenvironment for residents, visitors and staff.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation.
• Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations.
• Supporting residents with their medication requirements.
• Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required.
• Actingas a key point for contact with residents, theirrelativesand visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are actedupon,and concerns or complaints are escalated.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidatemust:

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes, 2 years experience working in similar care environment, ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, positive attitude to both supporting and nurturing residents and staff, responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Aldridge

WS9 8UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you already an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to take the next step within your career? If so, we are looking for exactly the right type of people to be part of our supportive and inclusive community within our homes.

Working alongside the care assistants, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. This includes observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, assisting, and producing ideas for social activities and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in an Akari value driven way.

We look to our trusted care teams to create an environment where the atmosphere feels like our residents personal home, for them and their respective visiting family members, which suits all their individual needs.

About you:

• A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach,
• Good communication and relationship building skills,
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice,
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona,
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.

What is in it for you:

• A competitive salary
• Employer Pension contribution of 3%,
• Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes,
• We offer Wage stream - a money management app that you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid,
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays),
• Fully funded training and development,
• Support with personal development plans

Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A caring nature, good communication and relationship building skills, flexibility and adaptability, warm and engaging persona, respect for others.

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

Akari Care Limited

Address

Akari Care

Forest Hall

NE12 9DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives.

You will assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support.

About you

• Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team
• Good communication skills and able to build relationships
• Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated

What is in it for you.

• A competitive salary
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Flexible working hours and patterns
• We offer Wage stream - an app allowing youaccess to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
• Fully funded training and development
• An engaging community environment where everyone is respected
• Welfare and well-being support

Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Kind and caring nature, good communication skills, flexibility, respected approach to treating others

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

Akari Care Limited

Address

Akari Care

Swadlincote

DE12 8AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical skills health and well-being

To provide high quality patient care and treatment.

Participate in setting standards for care and auditing clinical outcomes.

Promote and participate in maintaining a safe comfortable and therapeutic environment.

Participate in developing strategies and promoting health promotion programmes for patients and carers and facilitate screening clinics.

Take responsibility for the safe storage and administration of drugs and equipment.

Provide nursing care in a variety of settings by holistic assessment, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care as appropriate.

Participate in setting and monitoring standards to ensure effective care ensuring delivery of evidence based practice.

Where appropriate, support the practice in delivering or participating in primary care research and research studies, in accordance with relevant governance requirements and your training.

Able to work within own scope of competence, recognising changes in a patient's condition and escalating concerns promptly to the appropriate clinician to ensure patient safety.

Provide information, advice and support to patients face to face and via the telephone Involvement in team discussions to ensure best practice

Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriate training:

Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory

1. Perform new patient health checks, NHS health checks

2. Assist with the annual LTAR management

3. Assist with QOF system

4. Provide injections in line with competencies

5. Assist with the annual Flu programme

6. Provide home visit for housebound patients

7. Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine Presentations:

Blood pressure

Pulse rate and rhythm

Temperature

Height and weight - body mass index

Visual acuity

Venepuncture

Smoking cessation

ECG

Key Responsibilities

Organisational Skills

To maintain accurate records and data using the EMIS computer clinical system

To work as an effective team member and promote a multi-agency collaborative approach to health care

Maintain the established reporting documentation and communication system.

To maintain a call and recall system

To supervise healthcare support workers.

To report and record all clinical incidents.

Communication

Demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.

Communicate with and support patients receiving bad news.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.

Utilise communication skills to support patients to adhere to prescribed treatment regimes.

Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication.

Maintain effective communication with individuals and groups within the practice environment and with external stakeholders.

Personal and people development

Maintain up-to-date records

Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrate skills to other members of staff when required.

Attend any external training course thought to be appropriate to the role.

Work with management on any new training requirements.

To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working in the primary health care team.

Be aware of the legal issues pertinent to the role of a HCA.

Team Working

Understand own role and scope in the organisation and identify how this may develop over time.

Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working.

Where involved in delegation of tasks, delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence of those taking on delegated duties.

Ensure clear understanding and utilisation of referral mechanisms within the practice.

Accept delegation from other nurses, prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded in own practice.

Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery.

Participate in team activities that create opportunities to improve patient care.

Participate in and support local projects as agreed with the practice management team.

Maintain close and effective liaison with colleagues.

Provide training opportunities for associated health care staff, as appropriate.

Understand and adhere to any statutory regulations that are required of the practice.

Attend and participate in practice meetings clinical and nurse meetings, whenever possible.

Health, safety and security

Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.

Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks.

Use appropriate infection control procedures and maintain work areas in each clinical room so that they are clean, safe and free from hazards reporting of any potential risks identified, including:

Hand washing

Universal hygiene procedures

Collection and handling of laboratory specimens

Segregation and disposal of waste materials

Decontamination of clinical equipment

Reporting and treatment of sharps injuries

Dealing with blood and body fluid spillages

Assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures

Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain

Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility

Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to

undertake initial actions as appropriate

Be aware of statutory child health procedures and statutory local guidance

and referral criteria

Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace,

including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring and

maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility

Use the computer monitor safely

Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards

within the working environment according to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Service improvement

1. Be aware of and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit

2. Work with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives

3. Maintain the notice board in the waiting room and promote good health with educational material

4. Deal with requests from patients and clinical staff for health information leaflets

Delivering a Quality Service

Firsway Health Centre aims to deliver the highest standards of care to its patients at all times. This post will be integral to the delivery of that aim and the appointee will be expected to:

Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality.

Deliver care according to the NSF and the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines and evidence-based care.

Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation.

Participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities.

Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluating the quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements where required.

In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care, responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate.

Evaluate the patient response to health care provision and the effectiveness of care.

Support and participate in shared learning across the practice.

Participate in the management and review of patient complaints, and identify learning from clinical incidents and near-miss events using a structured framework.

Participate in the performance monitoring review of the team, providing feedback as appropriate.

Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, being aware of statutory child/vulnerable adult health procedure and local guidance.

Work within policies relating to domestic violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour, and refer as appropriate.

Confidentiality, Equality and Diversity

In the undertaking of the duties outlined above the post-holder will have access to confidential and sensitive information relating to patients, carers and practice staff. This must be kept strictly confidential at all times.

Patients seeking information from the practice do so in confidence and as such have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

Practice policies and procedures relating to the protection of personal and sensitive data must be adhered to at all times and only divulged to authorised persons.

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients in a manner that is consistent with practice policies and legislation.

The privacy, dignity and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues must be respected.

The post-holder should behave in a manner which is welcoming, non-judgmental and respectful of the circumstances and rights of all visitors to the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)/ Care Certificate
• Experience of phlebotomy (blood-taking).
• Previous experience working in hospitals, nursing homes or primary care.

Desirable

• Experience of working with the general public, preferably within a service environment.
• Good administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work.
• Experience of using computers, with good keyboard skills.
• Experience of using EMIS.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Firsway Health Centre

Address

121 Firsway

Sale

Cheshire

M33 4BR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job duties include, but are not exclusive to:

• Deliver diabetes related care (where suitable training has been undertaking), or demonstrate a desire to undertake relevant training including in diabetes, COPD, and asthma
• Carry out general observations and offering tailored lifestyle advice for various health checks and initiatives. Including health promotion and motivational interviewing
• Manage wound care, including acute, chronic, and post-operative wounds. Assessing for infection and promoting wound healing, including ulcer care
• Provide routine, childhood and seasonal immunisations as required
• Travel advice and vaccinations
• Perform cytology and female health care
• Ability to recognise and manage anaphylaxis or cardiac arrest situation in line with current UK guidelines.

Ready to join us...

If you are looking for a rewarding role and becoming part of a great team of people, then please apply.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working accordance with the UKCC Code of Professional Conduct and The Scope of Professional Practice;
• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team;
• Demonstrable experience of working in partnership with other agencies

Desirable

• Experience of using EMIS Web;
• Experience of Primary Care;
• Experience of General Practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse;
• Full NMC Registration;
• Specific training in Primary Care Nursing;
• Diabetes diploma or equivalent;
• Demonstrable commitment to professional development;
• Willingness to undertake further training to fulfil the post;
• Treatment room experience;
• Chronic disease management

Desirable

• Asthma diploma or equivalent;
• COPD diploma or equivalent

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent clinical skills;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Good personal organisation;
• Good keyboard and computer skills

Desirable

• Ability to use Microsoft Outlook;
• Ability to use MS Word and Excel;
• Ability to learn new software

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm to developing nursing skills;
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality;
• Commitment to ensuring equity of access to health care for all;
• Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense;
• Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities;
• Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team;
• Pleasant and articulate;
• Able to work under pressure;
• Able to work in a changing environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Downend Health Group

Address

The Willow Surgery

Hill House Road, Downend

Bristol

BS16 5FJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title:

Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Department:

Specialist community palliative rapid response

Organisation Band:

Reports to:

Clinical nurse/ Triage nurse

Responsible for:

DBS Required

Enhanced

Job Purpose

The specialist community palliative response service (SCPRS) will be delivered between the hours of 20:00 08:00.

During these hours the HCA with support the clinical nurse (visiting in twos) in responding to urgent specialist palliative response visits, these visits will aim to take place within a 2-hour timeframe.

The post holder will demonstrate a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures, guidelines and policies. They will undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as competent.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Key areas of work

Within the patients place of residence the HCA will assist the Registered Nurse in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.

Carry out high standard of direct patient care alongside team colleagues

Report verbally (including hand-over) to appropriate team members

Document any care given in patient held notes and/or relevant systems e.g. SystmOne

Contribute to multidisciplinary discussions.

Be sensitive to the spiritual, psychological and social needs of the patients and their families.

To supervise and support all nursing assistants and to assist in the induction of all new staff.

Contribute to the learning environment e.g. teaching on the in-house training days and training new members of staff

Undertaken training for clinical skills relevant to post and maintain up-to-date practice.

To take emergency action alongside the registered Nurse as necessary to safeguard the patients and carers and report any concerns to the nurse in charge as soon as possible.

To maintain accurate documentation alongside the registered Nurse of care given and to report any changes in condition or circumstances of the patient to the relevant key worker and the nurse in charge on duty in a timely manner.

To participate in audit activities.

Be aware of and undertake infection control measures to minimise the risks of infection.

To perform administrator duties is required.

Attend mandatory and in service training as identified and required.

At all times to represent the organisation in a professional and caring manner maintaining professional boundaries in relationships with patients and their families or carers.

To be part of a rota to provide a 7-day service, 365 days per year including weekend working.

To work flexibly and willing to travel across the city and organisation.

Key Skills

Understand own level of responsibility and accountability in relation to registered / trained staff.

Work co-operatively as part of the multi-disciplinary team supporting colleagues in work associated with patient care. Challenging and escalating poor practice/performance

Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family, visitors and carers.

Through practice demonstrate an understanding of Duty of Care and how this contributes to safe practices.

Assist in delivery of patient care as per patients individualised care plans/programme of care. Taking a holistic approach.

Following appropriate training and supervised practice, undertake identified competency-based practices which are required for the service, after such tasks have been delegated to them by a registered nurse.

Identify learning and development needs and produce a personal development plan in conjunction with your line manager / supervisor.

Achieve and maintain competence in mandatory and statutory training associated with the role.

Complete documentation of care in line with the Trust Standards for Documentation.

Following the completion of training undertake a range of physical / clinical observations appropriate to the area of practice. Achieve and maintain competence in using a range of equipment to undertake these, record the outcome and report and escalate exceptions to the registered nurse who delegated the tasks to you.

Measuring and recording may include:

Blood pressure (using electronic equipment)

Pulse rate and rhythm (manually and using electronic equipment)

Temperature (all routes)

Height and weight

Blood glucose monitoring

Urine testing / Urinalysis

Respiratory rate

Oxygen saturation

Accurately recording and documentation of vital signs monitoring if appropriate for the patient.

Simple wound dressings in line with a plan of care and infection prevention and control policy and procedures.

Last offices, alongside the registered Nurse in line with the relevant policies and procedures.

Administration of eye drops/ear drops/nose drops in line with policies and procedures.

Assessment and monitoring of Skin care/pressure area care, alongside the registered Nurse in line with policies and procedures.

Assessment and Promotion of continence and the management of incontinence, alongside the registered Nurse, in line with policies and procedures

Key responsibilities

Build partnerships and therapeutic relationships through safe, effective and non-discriminatory communication taking account of differences, capability and needs of individuals.

Maintain a high standard of personal behaviour and ensure effective communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and relatives.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising there may be a need to utilise alternative methods of communication. Where there are barriers to understanding, as required arrange/ access to information, support and other services to aid effective communication. Greet all patients and visitors with courtesy and respect, being mindful of body language and tone of voice

Use paper and electronic systems to retrieve and record patient information in line with Trust documentation standards and operational systems.

Apply the principles of information governance and patient confidentiality to all aspects of your role.

Obtain verbal consent from the patient before any clinical intervention is undertaken, where this is not given report this to a registered nurse.

Participate in discussions about patient care and departmental issues at hand over and departmental meetings.

Observe and report to the registered nurse all changes in a patients physical and psychological condition.

Support families and carers following a patient bereavement or when bad news has been shared

Accept constructive feedback

Maintain professional boundaries and working relationships with patients and colleagues.

Ensure patients and their relatives or carers are kept informed of delays with their treatment, investigations and visiting times.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in a health care sector in community, care home or acute setting.
• Demonstrable experience in palliative and end of life care or related speciality.
• Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required
• Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education
• Evidence of completion of a Health-Related Education and Development programme/ Care Certificate or equivalent experience or working towards.

Desirable

• GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English

Personal Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills both verbal and written including the ability to maintain accurate and legible care records. Interpret and follow basic written instructions and communicate in a concise, accurate and legible way.
• Ability to recognise, report and communicate concerns and changes in a timely manner
• Ability to use ones own initiative and prioritise workload
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible, Reliable and Punctual
• Car owner/driver with full current UK driving licence

Desirable

• Good IT skills ability to record information electronically

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Hospice

Address

76 Grange Road

Erdington

Birmingham

B24 0DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.birminghamhospice.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Health Care Assistant position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• Level 2 qualification (e.g. GCSE Grade A-C, NVQ2) in Health & Social Care OR ? A good standard of general education to GCSE level and the agreement to undertake the relevant L2 qualification on appointment (Please discuss the apprenticeship opportunities available to aid

Desirable

• Experience working in a clinical environment
• Experience working in the NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Desirable

• Previous experience and training of manual handling patients using appropriate equipment
• Can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of promoting patient independence
• Able to provide support and reassurance to patients

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A positive attitude and ability to act on feedback
• Polite, friendly, approachable and self-motivated

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

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Upton Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 28th September 2026

Closing date: 11th October 2026

Shortlisting date: 16th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
• Experience of working in a team

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Person Specification

NMC Qualification

Essential

• NMC qualification
• Formal Neonatal Training
• Safeguarding Level 3

Desirable

• Neonatal/Paediatric nursing experience
• Teaching & assessing qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a Neonatal Unit
• Ability to assess, plan and implement and evaluate nursing care
• Ability to apply evidence based practice

Desirable

• Assertiveness skills
• Computer skills
• Leadership 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.

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges NHS Foundation Trust

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Comprehensive needs assessment and care planning - ensuring this is holistic, person-centred, and co-produced

DIALOG+.Specialist clinical assessments and care delivery in line with best and evidence based practice, with reference to NICE recommendations

Case management

Crisis Intervention

Safeguarding - awareness, alert raising and acting as enquiry officer

Awareness and implementation of MHA and relevant legal frameworks. Good report writing and presentation of case

Trauma informed practice

Carers' support and psycho-education

Liaison and interface with other agencies

Ensuring that a service user centred multi-disciplinary approach to care is present

To take an active role in direct service user care and act as a role model at all times

Demonstrate an understanding of the Care Act associated responsibilities within your role, and if you are a registered social worker, complete statutory assessments under Care Act 2014

Ensuring that care reflects individual and cultural needs taking into account any reasonable adjustments that may be required

Understand and apply the aims and principles of health promotion, protection and improvement and the prevention of ill health when engaging with people

Undertake training and assessment to expand clinical skills and knowledge relevant to clinical practice needs.

Ensure that the clinical environment is pleasant, clean, comfortable and suitable for use at all times liaising with other departments as necessary.

Risk assessment and comprehensive risk management

Relapse prevention and early warning signsMedication administration & management inclusive of concordance and side-effect monitoring. Participation in depot/ clozapine clinic (registered nurses only)

Reflective practice

Maintaining accurate and timely records

Completing outcome measures at the start and end of each clinical episode

Participation in audits and quality improvement projects

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• oProfessional Qualification - Nursing or Social Worker
• oRegistered with NMC or Social Work England
• oEvidence of further training and developmen

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in Community Mental Health or Social Care.
• oExperience of Recovery Focused interventions.
• oExperience of using Information and Communication Technology to deliver clinical practice.
• oExperience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• oExperience of managing a full caseload.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• oSkilled at assessing need and risk, and demonstrating professional curiosity
• oGood understanding of mental health conditions and treatment options in line with NICE Guidance
• oAbility to analyse complex information and evidence well-reasoned decision making within oral and written information
• oAbility to develop co-produced plans, addressing specific identified needs and meet goals
• oAbility to apply recovery values and principles in day-to-day work.
• oAbility to maintain professional boundaries and work effectively with service users, colleagues and other agencies.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Biggleswade Hospital, Spring House

Potton Road

Biggleswade

SG18 0EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

• Care Assistant
• Full-Time Day Position
• Shift Pattern 7am-7pm / Alternate Weekend Working
• £13.45 per hour

What will Care UK Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, Care UK will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• While specific qualifications are not listed, desirable attributes for candidates include having a compassionate nature, being empathetic, respectful, and possessing a growth mindset. This suggests that while formal qualifications might be beneficial, personal qualities and a commitment to the role of a care assistant are highly valued.

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

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Norwich

NR5 8BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Primary Care Nurse to join our Primary Care Team at HMP Garth

HMP Garth is a High Security has male prison with around 792 males and is a category B Prison located in Lancashire.

The Primary Care Team is based within the healthcare department but there is also wing work required.

HMP Garth offers:

• Training development opportunities
• Onsite Parking
• Access to gym

• Monday - Sunday service
• 37.5 hours per week
• Week 1,3,5 - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday 7..30am - 7.45pm - Days
• Week 2,4,6: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday - 7.30am - 7.45pm - Days
• Week 7: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday - 7.30pm - 7.45am - Nights
• Week 8: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday - 7.30pm - 7.45am - Nights

Salary

You will receive a starting salary of £34,428 per annum depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Garth Prison, Ulnes Walton Lane

Leyland

Lancashire

PR26 8NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an excellent opportunity to provide professional leadership, service development and support the introduction of new initiatives within a 28 bedded Intermediate Care ward.

The role is ideal for someone who is a strong team player who is able to foster strong inclusive leadership. We are looking for a practitioner who is highly motivated to lead on our continued commitment to providing innovative quality improvement programmes to ensure high standards of patient care.

This is a part time role working 30 hours per week.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional NMC or HCPC Registration
• First level degree or equivalent
• Evidence of further relevant post registration training
• Leadership and Management training

Desirable

• MSC or MA or working towards

Knowledge

Essential

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5 years post registration experience
• Experience of line management
• Experience of Audits and enhancing standards of patient care through service evaluations and quality improvement initiatives

Desirable

• Performance and Budget Management Experience

Skills

Essential

• Effective Leadership skills
• Excellent Clinical and Assessment Skills
• Negotiation skills to address difficult and controversial issues including performance and change
• Ability to prioritise own workload effectively and be able to support others to prioritise their workload
• Decision making and problem-solving skills
• Clinical Risk Management skills

Desirable

• Theoretical and practical understanding of Change Management, Motivation and Morale and other branches of managerial practice
• Research skills
• Experienced presentation 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.

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

First Community Health and Care

Address

First Community Health & Care

Caterham Dene Hospital

Church Road

CATERHAM

Surrey

CR3 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for a full list of responsibilities for this role within Provide.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• Previous experience of lone working

Circumstances

Essential

• Car driver with access to a car

Skills

Essential

• Phlebotomy Experience

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or Equivalent

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

Provide CIC

Address

St Peters Hospital

Spital Road

Maldon

CM9 6EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description attached for the main duties and responsibilities for this role within Provide.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Support registered practitioners in the delivery of individual agreed health care plans
• Experience in a health care setting
• Experience of working without supervision

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

Provide CIC

Address

Brentwood Community Hospital

Crescent Drive

Brentwood

CM15 8DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for a full list of the main responsibilities within this role. Note that the job description for this role remains subject to banding.

Thank you for your interest in working with Provide.

Person Specification

Application form

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or Equivalent
• Car Driver
• Basic IT Skills

Desirable

• Community Experience

Work Related Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health/care environment
• Understanding of professional conduct
• Information Governance awareness

Desirable

• Previous experience of wound care/leg ulcers

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize own workload under supervision of RN
• Effective time management skills
• Effective demonstration of communication and interpersonal skills

Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to work with others

Desirable

• Discreet, helpful, empathetic, friendly

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

Provide CIC

Address

Maldon/Braintree

Maldon/Braintree

CM9 6EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure implementation of evidence-based practice and national critical care standards

• Lead the translation of current evidence, national guidelines, and best practice recommendations into clinical care delivery.
• Ensure compliance with national critical care standards, professional frameworks, and local policies.
• Promote the use of research findings and quality improvement methodologies to improve patient outcomes.
• Monitor adherence to clinical protocols and ensure care is delivered consistently across the service.
• Champion innovation and encourage staff participation in evidence-based practice initiatives.

Lead management of complex and deteriorating patients

• Support clinical teams in the assessment, management, and escalation of critically ill patients with complex needs.
• Ensure timely intervention and effective multidisciplinary collaboration during clinical emergencies.
• Provide expert clinical input for patients requiring advanced organ support and specialist interventions.
• Facilitate decision-making regarding patient admission, transfer, escalation, and end-of-life care.
• Support staff in managing ethical, legal, and professional issues associated with critical care delivery.

Promote patient safety initiatives and learning from incidents

• Lead the development and implementation of patient safety strategies within the unit.
• Foster a culture of openness and learning where incidents, near misses, and concerns are reported and addressed effectively.
• Analyse patient safety data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure dissemination of lessons learned from incidents and implementation of preventive actions.
• Support the development of human factors awareness and safety-focused behaviours amongst staff.

Lead mortality reviews, quality improvement programmes, and implementation of recommendations

• Coordinate and contribute to mortality reviews and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Lead quality improvement projects designed to enhance patient safety, experience, and outcomes.
• Analyse clinical outcomes and benchmark performance against national standards.
• Develop and implement action plans arising from audits, reviews, and quality assessments.
• Monitor progress against improvement objectives and report outcomes to senior management and governance groups.

Maintain oversight of patient flow, capacity management and escalation processes

• Ensure effective management of critical care capacity and patient throughput.
• Coordinate admission, discharge, and transfer decisions in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Monitor bed occupancy, staffing levels, and patient acuity to ensure safe service delivery.
• Escalate capacity pressures and operational risks appropriately through Trust escalation processes.
• Work closely with site management teams to optimise patient flow across the organisation.

Operational Management

Lead the day-to-day operational management of the Critical Care Unit

• Provide overall operational leadership for the unit ensuring safe, effective, and efficient service delivery.
• Coordinate workforce, equipment, and clinical resources to meet service demands.
• Ensure operational objectives and performance targets are achieved.
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Support service resilience through effective contingency and business continuity planning.

Full JD attached to vacancy.

This is an outline job description designed to give an overview of the responsibilities of the post. The post holder will be expected to be flexible to respond to change and organisational need. The post holder will also be expected to contribute to the wider corporate and organisational needs of the Trust as appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (part 1 register)
• Evidence of presentation/teaching skills
• Completion of 60 credit critical care course
• Completion of Step 1, 2 and 3 critical care competencies
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Completion of Step 4 critical care competency
• Leadership and mentorship courses

Desirable

• Evidence of presentation/teaching skills

Experience

Essential

• Ability to assess, plan care and evaluate care for a variety of patients
• Recent post registration experience within a similar clinical setting
• Experience within critical care setting

Desirable

• Previous experience working in acute ward setting
• Experience of supervising others

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

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

How Does it Work?

• Submit your application online
• If shortlisted, you will be invited to a face-to-face interview
• If offered the role, attend a face-to-face Sirona induction
• You will then complete orientation shifts to meet the team and undertake clinical skills sign-off
• Once orientation is completed, you will have access to an app where you can view upcoming shifts and book direct

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and can only accept applications from UK based applicants.

If you are currently requiring a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 14 months from your start date until the expiry date, please disclose your expiry date in your application.

If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with NMC or HCPC
• Appropriate higher education qualification for registration with governing body
• Post graduate qualification - Emergency /Urgent Care Practitioner (or similar)
• IRMER
• X-ray interpretation

Desirable

• Independent prescribing

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of autonomous practice within an urgent or emergency healthcare environment
• IRMER and ability to interpret x-ray films
• Recent urgent care experience

Desirable

• Experience or qualification relevant to delivering remote clinical consultations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

Sirona Wide - PBUC units

Yate MIU, Westgate Centre, Yate, Bristol, BS374AX

Bristol

BS374AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Primary Care Nurse, to join our team at HMP Hatfield, a category D Prison located in Hatfield Woodhouse, Yorkshire.

HMP Hatfield is a prison and young offender institution near Doncaster for men aged 18 and over. It is split into 2 sites, Hatfield Main and Hatfield Lakes.

Hours

This role is 36 hours per week, working 4 days a week on a rolling shift rota, Monday to Sunday. There are no night shifts for this role.

This position is part time, youll receive an annual salary of £34,428 - £41,659 pro rata depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please click the apply button to see the Job Description and Person Specification

Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Thorne Rd

Hatfield

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN7 6EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

An exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team within our busy contact centre. You will be the first point of contact for all NUPAS patients. You will deliver a caring, non-judgemental and professional service ensuring that any patient wishing to obtain information or book an appointment is triaged efficiently and compassionately. You will provide an informative, patient centred service in accordance with NUPAS policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and the Abortion Act 1967.

Deliver an efficient and effective appointment booking service relating to termination of pregnancy, contraception and aftercare for NUPAS patients.

Determine and arrange a suitable appointment to meet the patients needs. Providing information according to NUPAS guidelines as appropriate and within the remit of a Patient Care and Booking Advisor.

Ensure that the earliest and most suitable appointment that can be provided to the patient is offered.

You must be empathetic, and treat all patients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Explain the appointment process clearly and concisely (i.e. appointments available via a variety of methods face to face / telephone / video call).

Where NUPAS cannot assist the patient, signpost patient to appropriate services in line with NUPAS guidelines.

Ensure all appointment times offered are within the service KPIs and targets.

Ensure the patient is made aware of any special requirements regarding their appointment.

Communicate with NUPAS clinics to ensure they are made aware of any special requirements pertaining to the patient.

Identify and escalate any risk or safeguarding concerns to senior colleagues promptly and actively seek to reduce or eliminate those concerns identified in a positive manner.

Embrace safeguarding mechanisms and support staff, patients and supporters at times when safeguarding principles need to be applied.

Support CC team leaders with any tasks as assigned and with relevant training.

Ensure you maintain compliant with statutory and mandatory training requirements and any other training relevant to your position.

Maintain a clear and tidy working environment to ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues in the workplace.

Ensure you comply with all policies and procedures.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively over the phone using a calm, friendly, empathetic tone, and to manage conflict calmly
• Ability to work in a sensitive, confidential and non-judgemental way
• Ability to deal with personal information sensitively and respect people's right to confidentiality
• Be able to work effectively as a member of a team and contribute effectively with internal/external multi professional teams
• Have good attention to detail
• Ability to accurately record information whilst listening (talk and type)
• Demonstrating initiative and solution focused attitudes

Experience

Essential

• Working in a busy call centre environment
• Experience of working with people in difficult circumstances
• Be able to work effectively as a member of a team and contribute effectively with internal/external multi professional teams
• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages
• Must be empathetic, and treat all patients with dignity and respect.
• All staff have a responsibility to understand and adhere to the requirements of organisational policy and protocols when dealing with Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults.
• Identify and escalate any risk or safeguarding concerns to senior colleagues and actively seek to reduce or eliminate those concerns identified in a positive manner.
• To embrace safeguarding mechanisms and support staff, patients and supporters at times when safeguarding principles need to be applied.
• All staff have a responsibility to ensure full compliance with Information Governance at all times which includes GDPR, confidentiality and information security.

Qualifications

Essential

• Secondary standard of education or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• Computer literate with accurate keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of using information systems to input, store and retrieve patient data
• Significant administrative experience of working in an environment engaging with potentially anxious patients

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Pro-choice
• Reliable
• Conscientious
• Professional
• Flexible approach to work
• A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring check
• Commitment to the aims & values of NUPAS
• A willingness to learn new skills
• Able to work to the service rota, to meet the needs of the service, including weekends, evenings and bank holidays
• Must be prepared to comply with all policies and procedures
• Adherence to NUPAS uniform policy
• Respect for the sensitive nature of the business including rules around the use of mobile phones and social media in the workplace

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NUPAS Ltd

Address

N U P A S

79 Newton Street

MANCHESTER

M1 1EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description:

Utilise population health intelligence to proactively identify and work with a cohort of patients to deliver personalised care.

Support patients to utilise decision aids in preparation for a shared decision-making conversation.

Holistically bring together all of a persons identified care and support needs, and explore options to meet these within a single personalised care and support plan (PCSP), in line with PCSP best practice, based on what matters to the person.

Help people to manage their needs through answering queries, making and managing appointments, and ensuring that people have good quality written or verbal information to help them make choices about their care.

Support people to take up training and employment, and to access appropriate benefits where eligible.

Support people to understand their level of knowledge, skills and confidence (their Activation level) when engaging with their health and wellbeing, including through the use of the Patient Activation Measure.

Assist people to access self-management education courses, peer support or interventions that support them in their health and wellbeing and increase their activation level.

Explore and assist people to access personal health budgets where appropriate.

Provide coordination and navigation for people and their carers across health and care services, working closely with social prescribing link workers, health and wellbeing coaches, and other primary care professionals.

Support the coordination and delivery of MDTs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge in office procedures
• Experience of working under own direction
• Experience in a patient focused environment
• Evidence of experience in wide range of administrative systems and software programmes
• Experience of planning and organising complex meetings/agendas
• Evidence of working with IT systems
• Evidence of ability to support collation and analysis of data
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Ability to provide and receive complex information
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable ability to show kindness and compassion
• Demonstrate ability to reflect and learn from situations
• Identifies difficulties as challenges and works with others to identify solutions
• Demonstrates co-operative team working and awareness of the roles of other professionals
• Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workload to set deadlines
• Ability to adapt and change approach as circumstance dictates
• Persistence and ability to keep going in difficult situations and with complex and uncertain pieces of work
• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships
• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
• Can do attitude, able to maintain positivity in the face of adversity
• Good time keeping

Desirable

• Experience of supporting service improvement
• Previous experience in NHS, Primary Care, Local Authority role
• Experience of using a medical software package e.g. SystemOne and EMIS Web
• Proven track record of effective use of networking and influencing skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Haslington Surgery

Address

Crewe Road

Haslington

Crewe

Cheshire

CW1 5QY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist within the Specailist Palliative Care team requires a suitably qualified and experienced registered nurse to be able to utilise their extensive knowledge of palliative care and complex symptom management to offer high quality patient centred care, whilst supporting their peers and colleagues. Be able to have a positive impact on care and confidently deal with difficult and complex situations with sensitivity and compassion. Be confident and influence change. Offer support and supervision to Band 6 Palliative Care Nurses in the team.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a Nurse
• Relevant post registration experience, in cancer, palliative care or relevant specialty
• In-depth specialist experience
• Experience of multi professional working
• Leadership and management experience
• Experience of teaching

Desirable

• Demonstrates proactive approach to palliative and end of life care
• Previous experience of working as a clinical nurse specialist
• Experience of audit and research Understanding of Macmillan Cancer Support and its role across the UK

Statutory Registration

Essential

• Active 1st Level NMC Adult Registration

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
• Well presented application
• Assertive and confident yet approachable and supportive manner
• Professionally credible
• Flexibility in approach to work and in range of duties/ hours of work
• Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm
• Diplomatic
• Calm and objective
• Self Motivated
• Recognition of own limitations
• Driving posts musty have valid Full UK driving licence

Qualifications

Essential

• Highly developed knowledge of Palliative Care Pain and Symptom control management
• First level degree in related subject
• Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
• Sound knowledge of national and regional policies influencing palliative care services
• Advanced communication skills training or willing and able to undertake
• Knowledge of cancer treatment modalities & implications
• Independent Nurse Prescriber or able and willing to undertake
• Evidence of teaching qualification (Cert Ed or equivalent)
• Good understanding of organisational priorities of relevant organisations
• Awareness of current political and organisational climate
• Evidence of Masters level learning or prepared to work towards

Desirable

• Degree level qualification in Palliative care.
• UCPD in Physical Assessment skills
• Post registration qualification in cancer nursing.
• Evidence of Counselling qualification
• Understanding of audit methodologies
• Research qualification

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to think strategically and see the bigger picture
• Ability to demonstrate track record of practice development
• Excellent communication and counselling skills both in clinical settings and with other healthcare professionals
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing at all levels of understanding.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of an integrated team
• Well developed influencing negotiation and facilitation skills
• Organised and able to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Ability to respond sensitively to situations of conflict
• Confident & effective teaching / presentation skills
• Flexible and innovative
• Skills in supervision and mentorship
• Commitment to continuing personal development
• Ability to lead and influence change
• Well developed IT skills
• Ability to obtain and critically evaluate information to enable decision making
• Ability to motivate, inspire and lead
• Ability to deal with difficult and complex situations with sensitivity & compassion
• Ability to think and plan strategically
• Well developed leadership skills

Desirable

• Demonstrates proactive approach to palliative and end of life care Previous experience of working as a clinical nurse specialist
• Experience of audit and research

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Whitehouse

Traynor Way

Peterlee

County Durham

SR8 2RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Application and Interview

Essential

• Professional registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a community mental health setting

Desirable

• 2 years Post qulaification experience
• Safeguarding enquiry lead experience
• Funding application/social care/CCG
• Experience of using electronic recording systems

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

OACMHT Crossgate

Cross Street, Sale, Manchester

Sale Manchester

M33 7FT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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