Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you a Practitioner with a Level 7 qualification in Minor Illness and Injuries looking for a rewarding role? Do you want to utilise all the skills from your training in a rewarding environment? Youll find a friendly welcome and a home for your talents at Practice Plus Group Whether youre coming from a General Practice, the ambulance service or elsewhere, well give you time to use your skills and help you build a fulfilling career. We are seeking Nursing/Paramedic's who are committed to working as part of our Urgent Care Team to deliver an excellent and caring service to our patients. We have a multidisciplinary workforce which consists primarily of Advanced Clinicians and Emergency Practitioners trained in both adult and paediatric disciplines whom are supported by GPs. As we are a 7 day service we are looking for Nurse or Paramedic Practitioners who can work a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends and our shifts range from 7.5 hours 12.5 hours and as we understand the need for flexible working so we are offering a bank contract to work around your current commitments.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Experience

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

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

Address

Milton Road

Milton

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Where your work helps shape the healthcare of tomorrow We are looking for someone to provide a professional and focused supplies service to the clinical and non-clinal teams in the hospital. Working under the supervision of the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for all duties involved in receipt, storage and management of supplies and goods.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Experience

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

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

Practice Plus Group

Address

Surgical Centre,

Milton Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Sonographer looking for a rewarding role? If you are an innovative individual available to work on a flexible basis, choosing to work hours that fit around your current commitments. Supporting a world class service and bring your expertise and skills in ultrasound to the team, we would like to hear from you. We are one of the UK largest independent sector healthcare providers and work in close partnership with the NHS to deliver more than 50 services throughout the UK. We provide high quality specialist care and excellent results for more than 50,000 patients each year.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Experience

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

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

Address

Milton Road

Milton

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

ducation/ Qualifications

Essential

• Graduate degree in Engineering or Computer Science, coupled with 1 to 2 years practical experience working in a software testing environment.

Desirable

• STQB/ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in NHS or a healthcare company on healthcare systems.
• Experience of working with Cerner applications like Cerner OCS, Cerner PAS, Firstnet and Surginet
• Experience of creating Test Specs and Test Scripts.
• Experience of writing formal Test Reports.
• Experience of logging and retesting defects in a defect management system.
• Experience of logging and retesting defects in a defect management system.
• Experience with SQL querying.
• Evidence of working as part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals.

Desirable

• knowledge of Cerner Patient Administration System, OCS and any HealthCare I.T. systems

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Good understanding of various test methodologies and processes (E.g., Agile, V, Waterfall etc)
• Sound understanding of IT project lifecycle.
• Good investigation and audit skills to accurately identify the root cause of apparent testing issues
• Strong analytical capability to assimilate and interpret complex requirements from a variety of sources.
• Work with Trust users and third party suppliers to ensure the product meets agreed requirements.
• Able to apply prolonged periods of concentration to aid developers in problem solving.

Desirable

• Experience of working with open source test tools.
• Working knowledge of IT infrastructure and networking issues

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital

Fulham Palace Road

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work under the supervision of registered therapists to support and rehabilitate patients to enable their safe return home following a period are Rehabilitation in a Care Home Setting or to ensure they are placed in safe environment if deemed necessary for continued long term care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 qualification or willingness to work towards/ or existing relevant experience
• Educated to GCSE level in Maths and English

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 in healthrelated subject or equivalent level of qualification
• Certificate in Health Care Studies, Foundation Degree or relevant qualification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate sound basic knowledge and understanding of a broad range of medical conditions/pathologies, particularly those affecting older people

Desirable

• Experience of prescribing and fitting less complex equipment /adaptations required to meet peoples needs under the supervision of a therapist
• Clinical Experience of working in therapies
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Skills

Desirable

• Able to work autonomously with arms length supervision
• Ability to follow a plan and escalate for support appropriately as required

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

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Billingham Health Centre

58 Queens Way

Stockton-on-Tees

TS23 2NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Clerical/administrative experience, including filing and/or reception
• Experience of dealing with the public, both on the telephone and in person

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of using a Patient Administration System

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths
• IT skills or qualifications to ECDL/RSA standard, or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Degree qualification in relevant subject

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective and polite manner when dealing with people, both face to face and on the phone
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others
• Ability to work on your own, using your own initiative, if required
• Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
• Effective organisational skills
• Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Working knowledge of outpatient policies and procedures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Sonographer with Practice Plus Group, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred ultrasound services. Working both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you'll ensure accurate diagnostics and compassionate care across a broad range of ultrasound procedures. We require a Sonographer who is qualified in MSK scanning to support our private pay service and to enable us to offer MSK scanning to GPs. This role offers autonomy, clinical variety, and the opportunity to work alongside leading professionals in a modern, patient-focused setting. If you are a practitioner outside of the local area we would welcome your application and there is a very generous relocation package available to support you. You must however have extensive UK experience. As a key member of our diagnostic imaging team you will produce a high standard of ultrasonography practice. This will include undertaking a broad range of techniques while being flexible in adapting to the requirements of all patients and examination scenarios.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Experience

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see attached job spec

Desirable

• Please see attached job spec

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

Address

Milton Road

Milton

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties & Responsibilities

You will be required to:

• Engage with mobile working
• Engage with SystmOne Optimisation
• Engage with referral to discharge standard processes
• To be aware of the demand and capacity model which will reflect workload needs at any given time

Key Areas of Responsibility

• To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
• To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.
• To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital.
• To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical

The post holder will:

1. Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of patients including those with a complex presentation, using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills, and formulate a graded treatment plan.
2. Formulate and execute individualised occupational therapy treatment plans of patients including those with complex presentation, in collaboration with the integrated team, other agencies and the patient, utilising a wide range of treatment skills.
3. To provide assessment of functional ability and safety of patients in the community, to identify care, equipment, adaptation and therapy needs.
4. Assess & plan treatment including teaching patients to utilise techniques & equipment to maximise their functional ability.
5. Be aware of Assistive Technology and make referrals for this as required.
6. Assess patients holistic needs, communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers as to their assessment, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan.
7. To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation and treatment potential, and to aid motivation and understanding throughout the treatment process.
8. Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.
9. Be required to use tact and persuasive skills in order to gain the patients co-operation in their treatment plan.
10. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionals and the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately
11. To participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.
12. Be responsible for ensuring workload for self and others is planned and prioritised according to service targets ands needs.
13. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.
14. Plan and organise specialist services within the integrated team.
15. Demonstrate dexterity and co-ordination when using specialist equipment and fine tools, manual and mobilising skills.
16. Order equipment and supplies via electronic ordering systems for use within the team.
17. Be aware of budget and ensure all effort is made to work within this.
18. Ensure informed consent is obtained prior to initiating interventions.
19. Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.

Professional

The post holder will:

1. Be required to undertake risk assessments and act upon them appropriately.
2. Contribute to the staff rota on a monthly basis.
3. Contribute to the supervision of workload within the integrated team.
4. Actively contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and other meetings where appropriate.
5. Support all team members within the integrated team, respecting them, their roles and contributions.
6. Attend in-house training as required to develop current job role.
7. Maintain own continue professional development
8. Will be able to make own travel arrangements to patients homes, clinics, base and meetings etc, as required.
9. Be responsible for safe use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
10. Remain accountable for own professional actions as determined by the professional bodies.
11. May be required to demonstrate own duties to students, new starters and/or less experienced staff.
12. Provide mentorship for students undertaking pre/post registration courses.
13. Mentor existing staff and provide training in specialist area as appropriate.
14. Provide advice/training to less experienced staff and supervise and support band 3, 4 and 5 staff, and students where appropriate, and contribute to the induction process for new staff/students.
15. Demonstrate leadership skills within own competence.
16. Demonstrate basic IT/standard keyboard skills
17. Contribute to the induction process for new staff/students.
18. Be accountable for work delegated to others

Organisational

The post holder will:

1. Undertake mandatory training as required.
2. Participate in a Personal Development Review process.
3. Undertake Personal Development Plans for more junior staff members.
4. Take part in clinical supervision as per Trust Policy.
5. Follow Trust policies, and local procedures, and use discretion in interpreting them according to the setting and circumstances.
6. Comment on draft policies.
7. Ensure absence reporting is undertaken as determined by Team Leader and Trust Policy.
8. Contribute to clinical audit as required.
9. Complete the staff survey as required.
10. Complete risk assessments and incident forms as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or 1st level degree in Occupational Therapy, or equivalent experience
• Current HCPC registration
• Clinical educators course

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working at band 5 level
• Good observational and reporting skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Concentrate when undertaking patient care and inputting data/patient records
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
• Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of working with patients with complex presentations

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
• Good communication skills
• Highly motivated

Communication

Essential

• Tact and diplomacy
• Empathy and sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Ability to manage stressful situations
• A team player

Personal Attibutes / Behaviours

Essential

• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults

Other

Essential

• Professional Appearance
• Be able to: Kneel, bend & stoop and work in cramped environments.
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Be reliable
• Must have full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Wymondham Health Centre

18 Bridewell Street

Wymondham

NR18 0AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

People Contacts:

Lead teams based in multiple locations through change and continuous improvement.

Lead on the development of strategic and operational partnerships locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, building a collaborative environment, mutual trust and respect between key partners, bringing together local, regional and national stakeholders.

Convene partners and other partnership groups as appropriate.

Technical Duties:

Lead the development of evidence led activity in the region to achieve the outcomes as set out in the Economic Strategy as relates to your function.

To develop evidence led business cases and oversee an implementation plan based on the specific projects, resources, timescales and project controls.

Based on robust intelligence, develop new initiatives to meet strategic priorities and secure the required resources to successfully deliver them.

Oversee detailed mapping exercise of the current and future opportunities, using existing evidence and scoping the commissioning of new research, where required.

To lead the development, implementation and delivery/commissioning of activities that complement local initiatives across the region.

Oversee the delivery of major strategic programmes.

To convene and lead working groups, as required, to deliver the priorities of your function.

To work collaboratively with partners focused on the different stages of the pipeline, developing strong and productive relationships with all key stakeholders in the region.

To actively link outputs and opportunities from national policy to secure improvements that support a positive impact in your function area.

Support the identification of opportunities for funding of Combined Authority capital and revenue programmes through Central Government bidding rounds, and support the development of alternative funding mechanisms.

Engage, communicate and build relationships with colleagues from a diverse range of organisations and varying levels of seniority.

Provide excellent written reports and verbal presentations to different audiences and levels of seniority ensuring engagement and consultation opportunities for the development of programmes.

Financial:

Identifies funding streams to support future delivery.

Influences the funding streams held by partners to ensure reduced duplication and fragmentation and increased alignment to regional partner ambitions.

Leads project or programme specific procurement and commissioning exercises as required, ensuring that activity represents value for money.

Impact and Influence:

Leads on the design, delivery, coordination and development of evidence based policy and programmes through the engagement of a wide range of identified stakeholders to ensure the opportunity for the region is maximised.

Secures commitment and support to the agenda from a range of external stakeholders, both local and national, directly influencing the support available in the region.

Provide direct support to senior politicians and business leaders on key issues, ensuring they remain well briefed and UpToDate on key challenges and opportunities in advance of decision making panels and boards.

Develop strategic relationships with decision makers in key regional businesses, ensuring a joined up approach to support and use influencing techniques to achieve optimum results.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• About You
• You will have the following key skills, attributes, education, and experience:
• Substantial experience of leading large scale employment support, work and health, or skills programmes, including managing delivery through commissioned, contracted or grant funded providers.
• Strong knowledge of the supported employment approaches, Individual Placement and Support and the Supported Employment Quality Framework, to support the successful delivery of Connect to Work.
• Experience of service design, programme development and commissioning, with the ability to shape future employment support provision and respond to evolving policy and devolution opportunities.
• Experience of leading and developing a team, while building effective relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and partners to achieve shared objectives.
• Strong leadership, analytical and communication skills, with experience of performance management, governance and continuous improvement within complex multi-partner programmes.

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

West Yorkshire Combined Authority

Address

West Yorkshire Combined Authority

Wellington Street

Leeds

LS1 2DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/about-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties will include:

• Bedside teaching including sourcing and consenting patients
• Delivering interactive tutorials and case based learning
• Running teaching clinics with volunteer patients, acting as faculty for accredited courses.
• Supporting delivery of simulation opportunities
• Supporting teaching and assessing of procedural skills.
• Taking part in student assessment and feedback delivery.

Please ensure your supporting information demonstrates how you match the requirements of the post

For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Broad clinical experience within General Medicine
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the NHS
• Undertaken complete audit cycle
• Experience in demonstrating clinical procedures / techniques to other healthcare professionals
• Participated in clinical research projects

Desirable

• Participated in completed clinical research projects
• Experience of service development

Qualification(s) and Professional Training

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with license to practice
• ALS Certification
• NHS experience
• MRCP for ST3

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work alongside, motivate, and support staff of all disciplines
• Competent in basic information technology
• Ability to supervise, deliver feedback, and mentor learners
• Ability to design and deliver talks/lectures/workshops effectively
• Experience of delivering clinical teaching for learners

Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate recent evidence of relevant audit or research

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to continuing medical education
• Caring attitude to patients and colleagues
• Enquiring, critical approach to work
• Ability to achieve objectives

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

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Medical Education, GETEC, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are recruiting for a full-time Housekeeper to join our dedicated team at Cygnet Hospital Derby. In this role, you'll help us maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment for the individuals in our care.

You will work 40 hours a week, working 5 days on a rota basis Monday to Sunday 7am 3.30pm.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of providing friendly, effective cleaning service with a positive attitude.

Cygnet Hospital Derby provides low secure and mental health rehabilitation care based on the Recovery Model. Our integrated male care pathway includes Litchurch Ward, our low secure ward, and the Wyvern Unit, our mental health rehabilitation service. Alvaston Ward, our specialist female personality disorder service, is one of the leading services of its kind in the East and West Midlands.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your Day-to-Day

• Provide a cleaning and general housekeeping service
• Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness
• Carry out daily & weekly cleaning regimes
• Replenish stock & ensure that equipment is clean & well maintained
• Employ safe working practices and adhere to health & safety procedures
• Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

You are...

• Experienced in housekeeping or domestic work
• Knowledgeable of COSHH
• Friendly, conscientious & have a positive attitude
• A good communicator

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• £13.15 ph increasing to £13.45 ph at 3 months & £13.70 ph at 18 months
• Expert supervision & support
• On site benefits including free meals
• Pension scheme
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to work scheme

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Derby

DE24 8WZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role

As a Specialist Physiotherapist, you will:

• Provide expert assessment and deliver evidence-based physiotherapy interventions for patients with complex neurological conditions, including traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, spinal cord injury, and polytrauma.
• Deliver specialist respiratory and tracheostomy care as part of a holistic, person-centred rehabilitation plan.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of physiotherapy programmes, supporting functional recovery and patient-specific goals.
• Utilise advanced rehabilitation technologies, including Arm Motus M2 Pro, Wrist Motus, Ankle Motus, Kinestica Equio Balance System, and EMG-assisted devices, to enhance patient outcomes.
• Actively participate in service development initiatives, including implementing physiotherapy protocols, contributing to clinical guidelines, and identifying opportunities for quality improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to junior physiotherapy staff and students, sharing knowledge and fostering clinical excellence.
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), patients, families, and carers to deliver coordinated, person-centred care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to audits, and ensure compliance with professional standards and local policies.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration experience in neurorehabilitation.
• Experience in complex physical rehabilitation, including brain injury, polytrauma, respiratory management, and tracheostomy care.
• Demonstrates a passion for patient-centred, outcome-focused care, helping patients achieve meaningful goals.
• Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, sharing expertise and supporting junior staff where appropriate.

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

Active Care Group

Address

Nottingham Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

NG15 7RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST

1. JOB DETAILS

Post Title: Bank Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Grade: Local Pay Rates

Hours: Ad Hoc

Department/Ward: Bank

Reports To: Ward Manager/Team Leader

Accountable To: Director of Nursing and Education

Location/Sites Lewisham Hospital

& Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich

2. JOB PURPOSE

To cover shifts in various departments across the Acute Trust where the Multi-Disciplinary Team have identified that a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patients with complex and enduring mental health needs.

The post holders under the direction of a nurse in charge, is accountable for the provision, organisation, and direction of safe and person centred nursing care approaches for patients.

As a bank member of staff you will liaise with all staffing groups so that the best possible care is given to meet the individual needs of patients.

3. ORGANISATIONAL POSITION

Site Manager

Matron

Ward Manager

Nurse In Charge

Bank Nurse

4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To utilise specific care planning tools as instructed by the clinical team contained in Trust policy (Managing Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment Policy) for patients with specific needs when necessary e.g. nursing care plan for the confused and disorientated patient, and behaviour chart for patients with cognitive impairment.

Understands the requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2008) in relation to consent and best interest decision making.

Observes confidentiality of patient information at all times and complies with Data Protection Act (1984)

Ensures that clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinical and care delivery are maintained and effectively used.

Under direction of the nurse in charge is able to support optimum patient care management including supporting the patient with their activities of daily living.

Taking prompt action on changes in condition, liaising with other members of the clinical team when necessary, reviewing nursing care and communicating any amendments to the programmes of care.

Will develop within the Scope of Professional Practice taking responsibility for own professional growth and keeps up to date with professional developments. Attends study days and courses as appropriate.

Will keep himself/herself aware of new developments in nursing within scope of practice

Will adhere to the current uniform policy.

Observe and continually promote equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust's policies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.

Reports any deficiency in the agreed hygiene standard to the appropriate personnel.

Ensures that equipment is maintained in working order and correctly used.

When commencing duty in the ward, you will familiarise yourself with emergency procedures relating to fire and resuscitation. Will be sure of the role they play in the team and be able to safely participate in an emergency. Will attend annual training for fire and resuscitation.

Will know the Moving and Handling policy and take responsibility for ensuring safe moving and handling techniques, making use of appropriate aids. Attend annual update training.

Is familiar with the Major Incident Policy and the role of their ward/department within it.

Reports all accidents and incidents to relevant personnel and is aware of relevant documentation.

Keeps the ward manager and Modern Matron informed of changes in the ward environment particularly when those changes affect standards of care, and reports any unsafe areas to the appropriate personnel.

Will participate in ward or departmental quality assurance activities.

Will participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of quality standards.

Will take into account patients, and other consumer views when developing and assessing quality standards.

This job description is intended to be a guide only to the general scope of the post and not an exhaustive list of duties, you may therefore be required to undertake other duties commensurate with your grade.

This is a description of the job as it is presently constructed. This will be periodically reviewed and updated to ensure that the job description fully reflects the duties and responsibilities required. This will be done by the line manager in consultation with the postholder.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Confidentiality

Confidentiality/data protection regarding all personal information and Trust activity must be maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance with professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the Data Protection Act. The post holder should ensure that they are familiar with and adhere to all Trust Information governance policies and procedures. Any breach of confidentiality will be taken seriously and appropriate disciplinary action may be taken.

Equal Opportunities

Promote the concepts of equality of opportunity and managing diversity Trust wide.

Health and Safety

Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, paying due regard to health and safety in the workplace and management of risk to maintain a safe working environment for service users, visitors and employees.

Infection Prevention and Control Employees must be aware of their responsibilities to protect service users, visitors and employees against the risks of acquiring health care associated infections, in accordance with Trust policy.

Professional Standards and Performance Review

Maintain consistently high professional standards and act in accordance with the relevant professional code of conduct. Employees are expected to participate in the performance review process.

Service/Department Standards

Support the development of performance standards within the Service/Department to ensure the service is responsive to and meeting the needs of its customers.

Finance

All Trust staff will comply with the financial processes and procedures.

Safeguarding.Children

Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Children Act 1989, 2004.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
• An ability to develop a therapeutic relationship.
• An ability to work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team
• A knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems.
• A knowledge of the
• Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Demonstrates an ability to develop therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to present information both written and oral and communicate this effectively.
• An ability to develop ones own practice using the supervision process.
• Flexible in one's approach to interventions.

Desirable

• Mentorship Training
• Other professional development.
• Experience of shift
• co-ordination.
• Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff and students.
• Experience of racial awareness/
• diversity training
• IT skills
• Clinical skills relevant to the post applied for.
• Skilled in the Communication of sensitive issues.
• Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Lewisham Hospital Nhs Trust

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.

As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide.

Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees.

We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.

We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.

To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/

In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

We recognise that candidates may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support them when preparing their application. Where AI is used, the information provided must remain an accurate and authentic representation of your own skills, knowledge and experience.

AI must not be used to provide false or misleading information or to generate examples that do not reflect your own experience. You should be able to discuss and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and experience included within your application during the recruitment and selection process.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether AI has been used in preparing their application and, where applicable, how it has been used.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma in Nursing Child Branch or Registered Sick Children's Nurse.
• Evidence of Post Registration development in the relevant specialty

Knowledge/Training/Development

Essential

• Evidence of Post Registration development in the relevant specialty
• Sound clinical skills/knowledge of paediatric nursing

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of family centered care.
• Demonstrates a clear Understanding of the needs of children in hospital

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

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Address

DPOW

Grimsby

DN33 2BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Primary clinical healthcare qualification
• Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
• A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
• Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
• Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress

Behaviours & Values

Essential

• A transformation leadership style
• Ability to make decisions autonomously when required on difficult issues
• Management of transformation and change
• Sensitivity, tolerance and acceptance of criticism
• Perform all duties in a manner that supports and promotes NHSE commitment to equal opportunities
• Conduct all duties in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues, trainees and staff. Note the special responsibility as a manager for assessing and minimising risks to staff.
• An academic interest in training and education across primary and secondary care
• A continuing quest for personal and professional development

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
• Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
• Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
• Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
• Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters

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

NHS England

Address

Stella House

Goldcrest Way, Newburn Riverside

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE15 8NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDiploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• oHPC registration
• oWorking at Masters level as demonstrated by on-going CPD i.e. Masters level accreditation, lecturing on Masters level courses and research / publications
• oEvidence of post registration training in respiratory physiotherapy and management

Desirable

• oRecognised post graduate qualification e.g. MSc Respiratory Physiology, ACP
• oMembership of a special interest group
• oMember of relevant appropriate multi professional interest group e.g. BTS
• oLeadership Training
• oPost-graduate management training

Experience

Essential

• oMinimum 4 years post registration experience
• oMinimum 2 years' experience in specialist respiratory care including management of acute and acute on chronic type 2 respiratory failure and the management of critically unwell patients
• oBroad knowledge & experience of a wide range of approaches to the management of patients across a number of respiratory specialities including renal, demonstrated by advanced clinical reasoning
• oSignificant experience of student supervision and advanced clinical education
• oPrevious experience of formal presentations to multi professional groups
• oClear understanding of other disciplines' roles and expectations
• oUnderstanding of all aspects of Clinical Governance including previous experience of quality issues, audit and risk management
• oExperience of holistic line management
• oExperience leading or contributing to service development, quality improvement or transformation projects.
• oExperience undertaking audit, quality improvement or service evaluation projects and implementing change in practice.

Desirable

• oPrevious experience as a Highly specialist physiotherapist (or equivalent ) in a teaching hospital environment
• oInvolved in developing research links with other academic institutions
• oInvolved in teaching NIV to the multi disciplinary team as well as evaluating and auditing the application of this modality
• oExperience of carrying out tracheostomy changes and de-cannulation

Skills

Essential

• oUnderstand the legal responsibilities of the profession.
• oAble to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
• oAbility to organise, prioritise and delegate
• oWillingness to lead staff training
• oAbility to work with multi-interdisciplinary team and set team goals
• oAwareness of skill mix and service needs
• oAbility to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety to meet the differing needs of the patients.
• oAbility to keep legible and accurate notes in English in the POMR system
• oRemains updated on professional practice and new research
• oShow evidence of being self-motivated
• oAble to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
• oAbility to cope with working in a stressful and unpredictable environment.
• oResearch skills
• oAbility to lead and motivate others

Desirable

• oHigh level IT skills
• oHigh level presentation skills
• oAbility to run courses - internal/external
• oCommittee membership e.g. Heath & Safety
• oCoaching and / or mentorship qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• oHigh level of knowledge in the application of all respiratory modalities including non-invasive respiratory support
• oHigh level of knowledge of tracheostomy management including development of laryngeal weaning strategies
• oEvidence of continued professional development, reviewing current practise and research developments within respiratory care with application to clinical practise
• oDemonstrates understanding of research methodology
• oDemonstrated understanding of the role of physiotherapy within the evolving health environment

Other

Essential

• oPhysically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
• oAble to perform emergency duties
• oProfessional demeanour
• oAble to alter their working patterns to include working extended hours (between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday), unsociable hours (6pm to 8am Monday to Sunday) and weekend working (This may be via additional on-call hours, shift pattern or another system.

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 George's Foundation NHS Hospital

Blackshaw Rd,

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to NVQ 3/4-Health and Social Care
• Care certificate

Desirable

• Grade C or above in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Foundation degree in Health and Social Care or related subject (or equivalent experience).

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working in a relevant health or social care setting
• Experience of personal care and related procedures
• Experience of dealing with members of the public

Knowledge

Essential

• Understand the workings of the NHS and how this interfaces with community working.
• Understanding of the needs of people who experience serious mental illness.

Desirable

• Knowledge of nursing procedures and practices

Skills

Essential

• IT skills
• Venepuncture
• ECG recording

Desirable

• Experience of using electronic patient record systems in a healthcare setting
• Language skills in Urdu, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bengali, Hindi, Eastern European Languages.

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

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lynfield Mount Hospital

Heights lane

Bradford

BD9 6DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Post Title: Bank Health Care Assistant

Responsible to: Ward Manager

Grade: Local Pay scale

Hours: Ad Hoc

Job Summary:

Accountable to Deputy Service General Manager/Head of Nursing.

The post Holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary ward / departmental team undertaking duties in relation to patient care and a full range of support functions including clerical duties.

The post holder will provide delegated, supervised work and duties assigned by a Registered Nurse /midwife as appropriate, ensuring that there is continual feedback to the Registered nurse about the patients condition.

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of quality patient care to meet their physical, psychological and social needs maintaining privacy and dignity at all times.

Key Result Areas & Performance:

Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team in giving an excellent standard of care to a variety of different client groups.

To assist in the regular assessment of patient condition by observing vital signs and reporting findings back to qualified staff.

To support the promotion of health and prevent ill-health in staff, patients and their relatives.

Promote and maintain a safe and pleasant environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues.

Check the readiness for use of emergency/special equipment and ensure all equipment in use, is in good working order.

The post holder must keep up to date with all mandatory training requirements for the post.

Have knowledge and understanding of all relevant Trust policies, including the Major Incident Plan.

Have knowledge of and adhere to relevant parts of national legislation, including Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, and Moving and Handling Regulations.

Transport people and/or items safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

To report any faulty equipment in the trust to shift co-ordinators to ensure quick maintenance carried out.

Work force

To deliver an excellent standard of safe, effective care with a group of patients under the direction of qualified members of the multidisciplinary team.

General

Needs to have a full range of movement as will be required to undertake a variety of manual handling skills.

Be prepared to deal with bereaved families and friends.

Can be a stressful environment- there is a risk of exposure to verbal/physical aggression.

The post-holder must be flexible and adaptable to change.

Ensure works within infection control policies- high risk of working with body fluids present.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 6 Months NHS General Hospital Experience as a Health Care Assistant

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Must pass basic numeracy and literacy tests as set out by the Trust
• Good basic hygiene skills (e.g. food handling, hand washing etc.)
• Punctual and reliable
• Must be computer literate
• Ability to follow a clear instruction and feed back to senior staff.
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative.
• Caring for people.
• Manual handling of patients using lifting aid

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexibility- Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours, according to service needs.
• Able and willing to move from department to department depending on service needs
• The ability to take instruction and guidance to enhance caring skills
• Enthusiasm to learn and progress within the care profession

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education - Minimum GCSE A-C in Maths/English or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and social care or HCA Care Certificate
• Moving & Handling, Infection control, Fire safety and Safe Guarding Certificates within 1 year

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Lewisham Hospital Nhs Trust

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this position, please see attached jobdescription and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualification and Experience

Essential

• HCPC registered therapeutic radiographer.
• BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography / DCR(T) or equivalent qualification.
• MSc qualification in clinical subject or equivalent experience
• MSc qualification/training in management / leadership or equivalent experience
• Evidence of significant post-registration clinical experience in therapeutic radiography.
• Advanced Communication skills
• Evidence of CPD and post-registration development relevant to radiotherapy review, information/support.
• Radiotherapy on-treatment review qualification/ competency, or evidence of working towards an agreed competency pathway.
• Registered independent non-medical prescriber (or willingness to undertake on appointment).

Desirable

• Leadership, coaching, counselling or teaching qualification
• Macmillan professional development activity or experience in a Macmillan-supported role.
• Consent training
• BSI Internal Auditor training
• Advanced Clinical examination skills qualification
• Teaching/lecturing at pre and post graduate 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.

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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 Laundry Assistant at Bourn View Care Home in Bournville, Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Laundry Assistant will be to supportthe Head Housekeeper in providing a laundering service insupportof the hospitality services function, ensuring a high-quality and comprehensive care service is delivered to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Carryingout all laundering duties.
• Understanding wash guide instructions, laundering requirements of a wide range of textiles and the properties of cleaning materials to ensure that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
• Practicing safe systems of work across various tasks, particularly moving and handling loads, by assessing risk and considering personal safety and the safety of residents, visitors, and staff.
• Contributing fully to teamwork, responding positively to colleagues, and promptly acting on all reasonable work instructions.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you must live our values of caring, support,honesty, respect, and accountability in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate understanding of the laundering requirements applicable to various textiles.
• Have experience working in a similar setting or a hotel.
• Have a positive attitude towards residents.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of laundry services to residents.

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:

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrate understanding of the laundering requirements applicable to various textiles. Have experience working in a similar setting or a hotel. Have a positive attitude towards residents. Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of laundry services to residents.

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

Bournville

B31 2FR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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 Housekeeping Assistant at Bourn View Care Home in Bournville, Birmingham. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus asHousekeepingAssistant will be to work as part of a team, ensuring that all standards of cleanliness and laundry aremaintainedin the home. You willoperateaccording to our standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, ensuring that hotel service standards aremaintained.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Carrying out all cleaning dutiesin accordance withworksheetinstructions.
• Understandingthe cleaning requirements of different surfaces and coverings and the properties of cleaning materials, ensuring that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
• Ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity and respect and that their personal space and belongings are always respected.

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ABOUT YOU

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

Our ideal candidatemusthave:

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
• The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

Please note this role will require:

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting. Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents. The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

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

Bournville

B31 2FR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Covering reception desk greeting patients and visitors with a professional and friendly manner.

Manage the booking system efficiently, signposting patients to the relevant services.

Answering incoming calls, respond to queries and manage email correspondence promptly.

Assist clinicians as needed, including handling paperwork, stocking consultation rooms and daily end of day duties to ensure the rooms are meeting infection control standards.

Manage office supplies, handling incoming/outgoing post and perform general administrative duties.

Maintain accurate patient records and ensure confidentiality.

Candidates must have strong communication skills, be friendly, reliable and willing to learn and develop their skills. In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy.

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues.

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment.

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise needs of people for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in dealing with the public such as a receptionist or customer service role. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Willingness to learn new skills. Flexibility. Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Attention to detail and ability to prioritise own workload. Calm and caring attitude.

Desirable

• Previous work experience in General Practice or similar setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Park Lane Practice

Address

1-6 City Green

Sunderland

Tyne & Wear

SR2 7BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Aspects of the role include:

To assess, plan, implement, promote and evaluate safe, creative and effective treatment plans in collaboration with the patients diverse needs, their carers and other professionalsDeliver interventions that are evidenced basedBe responsible for the safe monitoring, management and administration of medicationWork autonomously, building leadership skills and advanced clinical assessment skillsYou will build effective relationships with patients, their carers, family and colleagues across the MDTYou will develop exceptional planning and organisational skillsYou will be able to analyse care and treatment provided, and develop sound clinical decision makingYou will be trained to deliver high quality care and develop Knowledge in all areas including palliative care, leg ulcer management, acute and chronic wound care, understand bladder and bowel dysfunctions, provide supportive care to carers and family membersYou will delegate and support junior staff, building leadership skills

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

We would offer you:

Clinical and managerial supervision.Full induction and training.Competitive mileage rates.No night shiftsHealth and wellbeing service including but not limited too, occupational health, MSK services, staff counselling and support services.A range of flexible working optionsIncentive schemeschildcare scheme, lease car, and travel pass schemeCareer progression and future secondment onto the Community Specialist District Nurse Programme

A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Professional Qualification (Registered General Nurse) to degree level or equivalent.
• Maintains current registration with the NMC

Desirable

• Demonstrate continued professional development to maintain professional registration

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the banding.

Desirable

• Specialist and area specific experience.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good written/oral communication skills
• Diplomatic, caring & sympathetic
• Ability to be flexible and handle conflict issues
• Good skills in assessment intervention and evaluation of patients nursing care.
• IT skills

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Training

Essential

• Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of national and local issues impacting of nursing care

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work to meet the needs to the service (including unsocial hours and bank holidays)
• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Physical requirements

Essential

• Has the physical ability to perform the full range of nursing duties

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rushcliffe

Musters Road

West Bridgford

NG2 7PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

To provide a service working within the Clinical Nurse Specialist nursing team within the speciality of Neurology. Manages a caseload. Acting as a link with the Worcestershire Community trust, particularly the Community Neurology Team, to ensure timely and appropriate transfer of care in a managed way.

To ensure cohesive working between Acute and Community Neurology Services

To contribute to the organisation of Neurology multidisciplinary, patient centred care

To facilitate flow of patients both from A&E and through the Neurology unit in accordance with NICE guidelines

To provide expert relevant clinical advice and support to patients and their carers

To support the development and implementation of best practice within the speciality of neurology medicine

To provide a specialist nursing role in the assessment and management of patients who have suffered a neurology (in and out patients)

To provide an outreach service to other patients in the Hospital who have a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of neurology ensuring that their management is timely and appropriate

To provide key support and an educational resource for any qualified and unqualified nursing staff, allied health professionals, junior doctors and students working within the speciality

To develop nurse led Outpatient services and manage a caseload

To play a key role in ensuring that national and local targets for neurology are met.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level registration
• Diploma
• Evidence of post-registration Neurology related study

Desirable

• Previous experience working in Neurology
• Neurology modules

Experience

Essential

• Recent and relevant experience in Neurological care
• Working within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience and training of staff

Desirable

• Evidence of advanced clinical assessment/decision making and care delivery 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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Worcester Royal Hospital

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate the values and beliefs of the organisation.

Act as a role model to colleagues, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.

Use their initiative and take responsibility for the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.

Provide a physiotherapy service within a defined area, working as part of a specialist MSK physiotherapy team.

Undertake physiotherapeutic assessments of patients with diverse, complex and acute/chronic presentation, to determine clinical diagnosis and physiotherapy treatments needed, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

Hold responsibility for own caseload and be responsible for a defined area of the service/particular patient type, working without direct supervision.

Deputise for Senior Physiotherapists.

Supervise and train students, health care professionals, carers and assistants in physiotherapeutic management, as appropriate. This includes working as a member of a Multi-Disciplinary Team.

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Relevant validated clinical course
• Evidence of relevant post Graduate courses/CPD, maintained in portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a variety of specialities

Desirable

• Experience within relevant clinical field
• Experience of delegation to unqualified staff
• Experience of audit

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of physiotherapy in relevant areas
• Awareness of audit
• Awareness of research processes
• Knowledge of IT skills

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English (verbal/written)
• A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
• Self-directed learning
• Good critical appraisal skills
• Teaching and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently/ collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Able to maintain judgement and work effectively under pressure
• Effective time management
• Ability to maintain contemporaneous, accurate and up to date records

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements of the 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.

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

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Malvern Community Hospital

185 Worcester Road

Malvern

WR14 1EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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