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)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to the delivery and collection of clinical and non-clinical items such as specimens, blood products, medical gases, linen and mail, ensuring items are handled safely and prioritised appropriately.

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Person Specification

Essential

• Basic level of Education (GCSE or equivalent)
• Experience working in a team environment
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, staff and visitors

Desirable

• Valid driving license
• Experience working in a healthcare environment
• Experience handling or transporting goods (e.g. stock, equipment, deliveries)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hillingdon Hospital

Uxbridge

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Effective prioritization of workload in order to ensure timely completion of all work.

To work in accordance with the rota sometimes needing to cope with varied and fluctuating workloads and sometimes working under pressure.

To utilise the online room bookings system to plan for and ensure the efficient and timely provision of housekeeping to work around functions and meetings.

To maintain departmental records and checklists as required.

Act as a buddy for new starters in your area when requested training and supporting them as required until such time that they are able to work alone.

To liaise with other departments as may be required to ensure suitable provision of Housekeeping services in each area.

To ensure that all commodities are used economically and according to any specified procedures and that waste is kept to a minimum.

Report any accidents and/or incidents and be prepared to make a written statement of the same if necessary.

Report any breakdown or defects in equipment or premises via the online Maintenance reporting system.

Observe safe working practices generally and in accordance with training and instruction received.

Adherence to Risk Assessments as relevant to the role and according to instructions and training.

Processing all dirty and clean laundry and curtains as required including removal and re-hanging of curtains where necessary. Removal of dead or wilting flowers from all areas on sight. Also changing dirty water in vases as needed.

Keeping furniture tidy and well positioned in all areas.

Removal of clinical waste refuse and other waste to appropriate areas safely and correctly as required.

Cleaning and where necessary disinfecting of all areas as required including shampooing of carpets and cleaning in rooms where patients are suffering from an infection - whilst occupied and when vacant according to departmental policies.

General Responsibilities

To undertake all mandatory training as required by Trinity Hospice and Palliative Care Services and participate in appropriate in-service training as and when required.

Maintaining the strict confidentiality of all information acquired especially with regard to patients and staff.

To undertake an appraisal and personal development review annually and through self development continuously update and improve knowledge and competencies

To be a co-operative and supportive member of the Trinity staff team, ensuring that all members are aware of any issues in the post holders workload, which may affect other members of the Trinity team.

To manage all volunteers utilised in your area and to develop effective working relationships providing regular feedback on their performance.

To take responsibility for being up to date with current policies and procedures and to adhere to these.

Co-operating fully in the introduction of any new technology and new methods as appropriate.

To promote at all times the Hospice philosophy and uphold the Trinity core values.

Any other duties that may be reasonably requested.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous relevant experience of cleaning
• Relevant experience of cleaning in a healthcare
• setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to work well within a team.
• Good I.T. skills; comfortable with computer use
• Able to follow instructions and also use own initiative.
• Effective clear communication - written and verbal
• Willingness to learn new tasks procedures or methods

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills - pleasant and
• approachable.
• Have a flexible approach to working good at
• prioritising
• Conscientious and committed to providing a high
• quality service

Qualifications

Desirable

• NVQ in Cleaning and Support Services or similar
• ECDL or other basic I.T. competency qualification

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

Trinity Hospice

Address

Low Moor Road

Blackpool

Lancashire

FY2 0BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an active member of the multidisciplinary team, the Assistant Practitioner will contribute to MDT discussions, team meetings and ongoing service development initiatives. They will be expected to work within clearly defined professional boundaries, exercising judgement within their level of competence and seeking support from registered practitioners where appropriate.

Interviews to be held on 23/10/2026.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Higher Education Health Care Support Worker
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
• Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
• Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and all Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework. Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
• Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults/children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe
• Able to communicate effectively using written and verbal skills with service users, carers, colleagues and other professionals
• Able to organise work effectively
• A progressive/forward thinking attitude to change and service demands
• Competency in IT skills. Knowledge of a range of IT software packages
• Committed to own personal professional development, attendance at training events and sharing good practice, knowledge and skills with colleagues
• An understanding of confidentiality
• A commitment to equal opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice
• Knowledge of Welsh Government policy pertaining to neuro- Divergence.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of the differing needs and differences of Neuro-divergent (ASD/ADHD) individuals
• Able to support service users and act as advocate as required
• A flexible approach to working arrangements
• An awareness of culture and linguistic issues pertinent in the Local Authority and within the West Wales Region
• Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services
• Teaching or assessment qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly with children, young people and or adults
• Experience of undertaking assessment and intervention with neuro-divergent (ADHD/ASD) children, young people and/or adults
• Substantial experience of working in a health, educational or social care setting
• Experience of managing own caseload
• Experience in running groups and workshops

Desirable

• Experience of working with Neuro-Divergent Individuals, families and carers
• Experience of working independently and as part of a Team
• Experience of developing resources through a range of mediums eg digital or hard copy

Language skills

Desirable

• Welsh speaker (Level 1)

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Ty Gwili

1 Bronwydd Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Basic Education

Desirable

• Training or Knowledge of Infection Control

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients,staff and visitors.
• Able to understand the needs to work safely at all times.

Other requirements

Essential

• Able to effectively use cleaning chemicals & equipment eg vacuum cleaners,polishers,mops etc.
• Physically fit able to push trolleys,pull out beds,move light furniture to facilitate cleaning.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of using electrical floor cleaning equipment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mount Vernon Hospital

Rickmansworth Road

Northwood

HA6 2RN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree in psychology or related disciplines, and a Doctorate and/or PhD level in clinical psychology/clinical neuropsychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS.
• Doctoral level research completed in a relevant area of clinical psychology/neuropsychology.
• Specialist knowledge of neuropsychology syndromes, functional neuroanatomy, assessment techniques and psychometrics
• Specialist knowledge of interventions and neurorehabilitation and an ability to guide and advise therapy staff on these principles

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable substantial years' experience post-qualification of the application of clinical skills to specialist neuropsychology settings.
• Previous experience presenting to peers / colleagues on a range of clinical and research issues.
• Neuropsychological experience across a range of clinical settings, client ages and neuropsychological syndromes
• Experience of proposing and implementing service development projects within own service including implementing psychotherapeutic interventions.

Communication & Customer Care

Essential

• Demonstrates understanding of, and ability to, manage the needs of patients with acute and chronic disability, including the use of supportive counselling skills as appropriate.
• Demonstrates professional and effective verbal and written communication skills including excellent negotiation skills with patients, carers, and other health professional staff in service delivery.
• Ability to communicate highly sensitive information to cognitively impaired and/or psychologically vulnerable people and their carers, who may have significant barriers to understanding or acceptance.
• Management of behavioural disturbances e.g., verbal aggression, inappropriate behaviour, and risk of physical aggression from people with a behavioural / cognitive disturbance.

Personal & people development

Essential

• Ability to establish good rapport and professional working relationships within multidisciplinary teams and other agencies for extended periods of time.
• Ability to show leadership, initiative and utilise clinical supervision in different services effectively.
• Ability to identify areas for own personal / professional development through highly developed reflective practice skills and integrate knowledge gained into own practice.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritise own workload.
• Ability to autonomously manage own caseload.
• Ability to represent clinical psychology in multi-disciplinary group settings and within specialist clinical services.

Desirable

• Ability to complete clinical and research duties in an autonomous fashion.

Academic and research

Essential

• Previous experience of research indicating the ability to conduct research autonomously.
• Interest in conducting scientific research within relevant areas of clinical neuropsychology.
• Ability to critique and evaluate scientific data and best practice clinical guidelines.

Quality and service improvement

Essential

• Evidence of working effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Evidence of effective clinical reasoning in the assessment and management of complex neuro-disability.

Desirable

• Evidence of active engagement with stakeholders within the wider community e.g. NHS England; relevant Charity organisation

Information processing (IT skills)

Desirable

• Competent IT skills (word processing, spreadsheets, statistical packages)

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Personal Qualities

Essential

• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to cope with highly emotive and psychologically challenging demands of working with neurologically impaired patients for long periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people in a sensitive, caring, and non-judgemental manner.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development of self and others.
• Knowledge of equalities issues and strong commitment to the promotion of equality in employment.

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Basic Education

Desirable

• Training or Knowledge of Infection Control

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients,staff and visitors.
• Able to understand the needs to work safely at all times.

Other requirements

Essential

• Able to effectively use cleaning chemicals & equipment eg vacuum cleaners,polishers,mops etc.
• Physically fit able to push trolleys,pull out beds,move light furniture to facilitate cleaning.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of using electrical floor cleaning equipment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hillingdon Hospital

Pield Heath Road

Uxbridge

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of the CTA will be an integral role that will supports the NIHR CRDC Dorset (PC) in delivering gold standard clinical trials across all sites. Following research frameworks such as ICH-GCP and UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research (2017) you will be a support to the nurses delivering these trials. Activities for this role include but are not limited to:

Taking observations

- Phlebotomy

- ECG

- Lab work

- Maintain ISFs

- Maintain logs

Person Specification

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills.
• Good attendance at work.
• A flexible approach to work.
• Effective time management.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently & as part of the team.
• Ability to organise, prioritise, co-ordinate own self & work
• Takes accountability for ones actions.
• Shares information & good practice appropriately.
• Treats others with courtesy & respect at all times.
• Ability to priories tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to use own judgement and commonsense.
• Willingness to travel across sites.

Desirable

• Knowledge of research governance and regulations (ICH GCP & EU directives).
• Awareness of ICH-GCP.

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of further education

Desirable

• GCP Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience within Secondary Care OR Primary Care.
• The ability to work autonomously.
• Basic PC knowledge
• To be willing to complete activities such as venepuncture, ECG & observations such as BP & pulse

Desirable

• Experience of using IT programmes.
• Systm One knowledge
• Experience in completing venepuncture, ECGs, observations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Adam Practice

Address

Upton Surgery

Upton Cross Blandford Road North

Hamworthy

Poole

Dorset

BH16 5PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Level 3 standard (A Level, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
• Full UK manual driving license held for at least one year with no current endorsements including holding a C1 qualification

Desirable

• Clinical qualification to the level of ECA or above.

Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)

Essential

• Experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable

• Administrative experience in support of Senior Manager or Project Manager.

Skills, knowledge, ability

Desirable

• Experience working in EPRR, emergency services, NHS operations or fleet management.

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

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Bristol Operations Centre

400 North Way, Filton

Bristol

BS34 7QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To ensure a high quality, effective and efficient Physiotherapy service within acuteinpatient rehabilitation withinallocatedresources.

Touse highlyspecialist physiotherapy knowledge and skills to manage own complex caseload as an autonomous practitioner, and as part of the multidisciplinary spasticity service.

To receive referrals, undertake full assessment and independently plan individual, specialised, evidence-based, treatment programmes for patients appropriately depending on thediagnosis, using clinical reasoning and a variety of highly specialist skills such as neuro-handling skills, spasticity management, splinting, posture and seating management.

To support the spasticity clinics as part of the MDT service, and undertake full assessments and treatment plans, including physical management strategies, botulinum toxin, patient/carereducationand liaison with community partners.

To support Ward teams with early identification and problem solving around barriers to rehabilitation and discharge, and support ward with complex referrals and signposting to internal and external services

To foster links with local rehabilitation services, and attend Multidisciplinary meetings to support patient pathways where appropriateeg(SCI round, Neuro Rehab round, FND Complex MDM)

To support physiotherapy teams in neuro-physiotherapy management and to supervise, teach and develop staff and students to meet individual and service needs.

To lead and manage ANRand Spasticityphysiotherapy team.

To deputise for the Clinical Leads when necessary and take part in the on call/weekend rota

This post requires a flexible approach to working and may require the post holder to work as part of arotadseven day workingpatternasnecessary.

Staff maybe requiredto work across multiple sites dependent upon the needs of the service.This includes both static and rotational posts

Person Specification

essential

Essential

• HCPC registration
• Degree or other recognized qualification in physiotherapy
• Working at Masters level, as demonstrated by ongoing CPD including at M level, evidence-based project work, external post graduate lecturing including on M level courses
• Undertaken post-graduate training / qualification in the management of neurological disorders
• Certificate in Injection therapy for Botulinum Toxin, or willingness to complete
• Specialist knowledge and understanding in a broad range of neurological conditions and problems
• Good assessment skills and experience of a wide variety of neurological treatment techniques including specialist handling, splinting, FES, Vestibular rehabilitation.
• Specialist experience in neurology including acute and rehab
• Wide ranging post registration experience
• Has understanding of clinical governance and its implications for Physiotherapy
• Experience of teaching and presenting to other staff
• Experience of supervising and developing staff and students
• Good assessment skills showing highly specialist clinical reasoning
• Able to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary team and understand roles of MDT and own role within MDT
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to process and share complex information
• Able to work at moderate to high levels of physical activity involving the delivery of manual therapy, therapeutic handling and the demonstration of exercise throughout the working day
• Able to work with a busy working environment, able to cope with periods of interruption during the working day and able to support others to do the sam

Desirable

• Member of Related Clinical Interest Group
• Full Masters in Related Subject
• Experience of treating patients in Primary Care setting
• Research experience
• Management Training and Experience
• Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Orpingtion hospital

Sevenoaks Road

Orpington

BR6 9JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge/Skills & Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Other

Essential

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

Education & Qualifications

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dingley Child Development Centre

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

Reading

RG6 6BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for someone who can: Be a visible leader for the hospital team, clinical & administration, encouraging development and motivation within the team Oversee and undertake scrub procedures in ophthalmic cases, supporting the theatre team as a senior Theatre Lead and ensuring safe patient care Support the Hospital Manager working with the Facilities & Estates team to ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and use Support and coach a diverse team to succeed in their goals and maintain wellbeing Lead your teams in CQC readiness, improvement plans, and provide advice when required Adhere to good record keeping, drug administration in line with guidelines, ensuring you have an audit processes and action plans in place to monitor the effectiveness Adhere to Information Governance rules on data protection

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• To be successful in this role you will need:
• Registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC
• Considerable experience working within a scrub role ideally Ophthalmic
• Passion for high quality patient safety and care
• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience
• Previous management or team leader experience
• Teaching or coaching experience
• Previous theatre experience is required. Ophthalmic scrub experience is preferred but not essential as full training is available for suitably qualified RGNs / ODPs with at least 2 years post qualification clinical experience in a secondary care setting or similar.

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

CHEC

Address

Unit 2, Farley Centre

West Bromwich

B70 7QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Following your training, as a Endoscopy Practitioner you will: Prepare clinical areas and equipment in line with daily clinical activities and infection control protocols. Participate in patient admissions, take baseline observations, and request sedation when competent. Assist the Endoscopist/Gastroenterologist in the procedure room by preparing instruments, supporting scope handling, ensuring optimal patient positioning, and maintaining patient safety and dignity throughout the procedure. Contribute to the teams tasks to ensure that the endoscopy list flows smoothly and efficiently and according to CHECs standard operating procedures and other policies. Participate in CQC and JAG accreditation and continuing competency training requirements through the JETs framework. Provide direct assistance during procedures, anticipating the needs of the clinician and supporting patient monitoring, including during sedation. Monitor and respond to patient needs in the recovery area, ensuring safe and effective post-procedure care including observation of vital signs, managing recovery from sedation, and providing discharge instructions.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• To be successful in this role you will need:
• To be a registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC.
• Attention to detail and an eagerness and ability to learn.
• A desire to develop and expand your clinical skills through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Ideally previous experience working in an endoscopy unit, including both procedure room and recovery area responsibilities.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient care and contributing to a positive working environment.
• The ability to remain calm, focused, and responsive in a fast-paced, patient-centred environment.
• A proactive, flexible approach to teamwork and an eagerness to support service improvement initiatives.
• Confidence in assisting with conscious sedation and the post-procedure monitoring of patients recovering from sedation.

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

CHEC

Address

Orchard Court III, Binley Business Park

Coventry

West Midlands

CV3 2TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Degree or other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registered
• NHS experience across all core clinical areas, including respiratory

Desirable

• Rehab experience in acute hospital
• Up to date knowledge of research and evidence based

Leadership

Essential

• Examples of leadership

Desirable

• Leadership course completed

NHS Rehab Experience

Essential

• NHS rehab experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of rehabillitation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full details of job description and personal specification attached to this job advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE pass in English Language (minimum Grade c-level4-9) or equivalent
• GCSE pass in Mathematics (minimum Grade c-level4-9) or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 Business Administration or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of excellent customer care skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Understanding of Confidentiality
• High level of Computer Literacy
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Packages
• Ability to use own initiative and prioritise work load
• Excellent Organisational Skills
• Able to work flexibly (internal rotation, days, nights, twilights)

Experience

Essential

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to handle potentially volatile and distressing situations
• Able to be non-judgemental and relate to the public in a calm and professional manner
• Able to deal with a steady flow of work and sudden episodes of influx of work
• Demonstrates knowledge and interest of duties required
• Previous Administrative and Clerical experience

Desirable

• Previous relevant experience in a similar 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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a more details job description which outlines the main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate NMC/HCPC Registration
• Educated to 1st degree level or evidence of study at degree level
• NMC/HCPC recognised Mentorship qualification
• Leadership Management qualification
• People Management skills/training

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Substantial post registration experience at Band 7 level
• Experience of leading and managing a team and ward or department
• Involvement in service improvement and the implementation of change
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
• Budgetary skills
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary workforce

Desirable

• Experience of working within specialty
• Evidence of the acquisition of relevant higher level practice skills associated with the role

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Caring and compassionate
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Commitment to excellence through CPD of self and others
• Able to work closely and openly with team members
• Role models behaviours in line with Code of Conduct and Trust Values

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values

Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Interpret and integrate complex data from a variety of sources including psychometric tests, direct and indirect observations, and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in their care.
• Formulate a care pathway for either group or individual work, as appropriate.
• Assessment for group work includes careful consideration of group dynamics and individual motivational factors (including stages of change).
• Utilise Motivational Interviewing skills during assessment and intervention.
• Work as part of an inter-disciplinary team in the development, delivery and evaluation of generic and specialised PMPs and group based programmes
• Provide evidence-based short-medium term intervention for clients experiencing psychological barriers to effective management of their chronic pain condition.
• Following a comprehensive and rigorous psychological assessment, provide feedback to an interdisciplinary team to inform upon the appropriateness of invasive procedures such as implantation of spinal cord stimulator (applicable for Band 8a)
• Act at all times in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society.

For further information please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Additional qualifications in health-specific clinical psychology, especially pain management.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of using evidence based psychological interventions for the assessment and treatment of a wide variety of psychological problems.
• Demonstrable experience of providing both group based and individual interventions.

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of teaching or training other professional in psychological concepts.

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• Highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, families and external agencies.
• Proven ability to interpret complex data and understand patterns and trends

Desirable

• Able to manage people within and according to a robust performance framework

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Marjons University

Derriford Hospital

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1.Ensure the patients, relatives and those the therapist comes into contact with are aware of the role of the Occupational Therapist and components of the Occupational Therapy treatment programme.

2.Obtain informed consent from the patient, and work within the current legal framework for patients who lack capacity to consent, prior to commencing any treatment.

3.Select from a wide range of standardised and non-standardised assessments to assess and aid diagnosis of cognitive, perceptual, behavioural, physical and social functioning of the patients referred. This includes, but is not limited to social environmental interview, cognitive, perceptual and mood screens, personal care, kitchen assessments, feeding assessments and group therapy sessions.

4. Make reliable interpretations of the assessment results, in order to inform other professionals in the diagnosis and management of the patients. Also to guide the Occupational Therapy treatment plan, and for the recommendation of the discharge destination/placement.

5.Plan, deliver and review treatment programmes in close liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients, carers and family in accordance with any consent given. Addressing areas such as disease management, sensory, motor, splinting, psychosocial needs and functional abilities.

6.Carry out environmental home assessments, pre-discharge home assessments, discharge home assessments and follow-up visits, as required. Assess the patient carrying out functional skills to maximise independent living, arranging equipment provision, adaptations and support services as required. Assess for disability access and safety, also ensuring access to community resources and assessing carer needs.

7.Assess for and provide aids and adaptive equipment to increase / enable independent function, teaching compensatory techniques as required. These include but are not limited to feeding, dressing, leisure activities and employment. Responsible for providing information and instruction for the safe use of the items provided.

8.Rise requisitions for minor adaptation on behalf of Social Services; and OT equipment on behalf of the OT Department, Derriford Hospital, per referral.

9.Assess for wheelchairs, specialist seating and positioning needs treating as appropriate, referring on to wheelchair and seating clinics as required.

10.Responsible to plan, deliver and review treatment programmes in close liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients, carers and family in accordance with any consent given.

11.Provide specialised Early Phase Rehabilitation for patients with stroke specific and other neurological problems. This can involve: personal activities of daily living, kitchen and eating practice, desensitisation programmes for patients with hypersensitivity, remedial activities to promote overall functioning cognitively, perceptually or physically.

12.Assess, fabricate and monitor thermoplastic and off the shelf splints for patients as appropriate with care plans.

13.Review, record and report regularly on patients treatment and progress to the multi-disciplinary team in accordance with the policies and procedures laid down in individual clinical areas, whilst ensuring confidentiality at all times.

14.Complex discharge planning, which involves identifying patients and carers needs, and the co-ordination of services in the community, to address the diverse and complex presentation and needs of patients, e.g. arranging the provision of hoist for discharge.

15.Actively participate, liaise and ensure good communication with the MDT, carers, Integrated Community Stroke Pathway, social services, statutory and voluntary bodies to establish a comprehensive discharge package to ensure continuation of care in the community. This includes providing written communication to support the need for services and equipment and online referrals.

16.Liaise effectively with SRU, other hospitals, rehabilitation centres, community teams etc. as necessary, when patients are transferred, completing appropriate referrals online.

17.Provide Patient/Carer Education/Advice. Ensuring patients understand the detail or complexity of the impact of disease and physical and emotional deficits on patients safety and independence in the hospital, home, leisure and workplace.

18.Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating, e.g. patient may be depressed, deaf, or who may be unable to accept the diagnosis/prognosis

19.Utilizing interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and involving patients in their treatment, in order to achieve the treatment goal.

20.Provide appropriate advice and support to patients following terminal diagnosis in liaison with the MDT and specialist services including Palliative Care Teams.

21.Impart sensitive information and advice to patients and carers, which could have life changing consequences, in conjunction with multi-disciplinary team. Demonstrate and apply a broad level of understanding to the effect of hospitalisation and disability.

22.Attend and participate in case conferences, daily whiteboard meetings, therapy huddles and Stroke Pathway Meetings appropriate to the clinical setting.

23.Responsible to maintain competence in the use of moving and handling techniques and equipment, required for the management of highly dependent patients.

24.Prioritise day-to-day management of own caseload, delegating activities to junior staff where appropriate.

25.Undertake responsibility of the line management of specific staff. Assist and take responsibility for the organising, support and supervision of Band 5 Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Students and support staff within the Team, as required.

26.Responsible for the allocation and organisation of workload within this Team, when the Team Leader is off duty.

27.Adopt a flexible approach in the provision of clinical cover during the absence of other therapists within the team or department.

28.Responsible to take action to ensure defective equipment is withdrawn from service, and report the defects to the OT Manager.

29.Contribute to the evaluation and introduction of assessment / treatment media / equipment / tools being used within the team.

For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
• To be registered as required with HCPC.
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses.

Desirable

• Wheelchair accredited.
• Membership of appropriate clinical interest groups.
• Accredited Fieldwork Educator
• Post-graduate training relevant to clinical area
• Current valid UK driving license

Knowledge

Essential

• To have extensive demonstrable experience as an Occupational Therapist in the physical fields.
• To have specific experience in the field of Stroke/Neurology.
• To have specialist proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of OT assessments and treatments in this specialty.
• To have proven knowledge of a wide range of OT equipment and minor adaptations.
• Experience of working as part of a Therapy team and the wider MDT.
• To have good verbal and written English skills.
• To have training, supervisory and /or teaching demonstrable experience.

Desirable

• To have demonstrable experience of supervising student occupational therapists and staff at all grades.
• To have demonstrable experience of staff appraisals.
• To have demonstrable experience in teaching other members of the MDT team both internal and external settings.
• To have demonstrable experience in delivering patient education.

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• Professional manner
• To have demonstrable experience to be able to prioritise complex caseload and allocate workload to the team.
• To have good time management skills.
• Leadership qualities

DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION

Essential

• To have a co-operative nature and be able to get on well with others, work as a member of the Multidisciplinary Team.
• Be steady and dependable and able to persist in difficult situations without being distracted
• Recognise own limitation.

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Derriford Road,

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

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 documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A level or equivalent in a numerate discipline

Desirable

• Degree level or equivalent experience in Informatics

Experience

Essential

• Used to producing analysis in numerical or graphical formats to a high standard
• Experience of MS SQL Server, , Visual Basic, HTML, BI tools such as Qlikview/Qliksense, Power BI, Tableau

Desirable

• Experience of acute Hospital Information System or Patient Administration Systems
• Some experience of working at a conceptual as well as at a detailed level

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of NHS standard definitions and coding schemes
• Knowledge of standard NHS reporting requirements
• Knowledge and awareness of issues affecting NHS acute hospitals

Skills

Essential

• Analysis of complex data to produce succinct information appropriate for its audience, using relational databases.
• Good communication skills - written and verbal
• Ability to process, understand and analyse complex information and produce high quality outputs
• An effective completer / finisher

Desirable

• Advanced Excel Spreadsheet skills
• Good ability to develop new ways of working
• Operational Research / Modelling skills
• Automation tools like Python, R or VBA

Other

Essential

• An enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable approach with the ability to respond constructively to changes as required
• Team worker, but who can also undertake activities on his or her own initiative
• Good record of attendance

Desirable

• Commitment to professional development including professional registration

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Canary Wharf

London

E14 5HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver effective cardiac arrest prevention training programs across the organisation.

Assist the Lead Nurse with duties that will enable the effective running of the cardiac arrest prevention service.

Contribute to the development of projects and strategy by leading on an identified aspect of cardiac arrest prevention or resuscitation practice.

Identify and proactively manage cardiac arrest prevention related risk

Provide resuscitation and deteriorating patient training

Support the sisters/charge nurses in the delivery of the service

Assist with the delivery of projects, under the direction of a sister/charge nurse, as required

Assist with audit, under the direction of a sister/charge nurse, as required

Provide advice in relation to basic resuscitation or deteriorating patient enquires from clinical staff and

refer complex enquiries to a sister/charge nurse

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel frequently between hospital sites

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate with senior clinical staff with confidence Ability to convey information in an easy to understand manner

Qualifications

Essential

• Foundation degree in health and Social care ( or willing to work towards) Willing to undertake an ILS Willing to undertake an ILS instructor course

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

• Post: Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (Band 7 equivalent)

• Salary: £50,632 £57,940 per year (pro rata)

• Hours: 32 hours per week / any 4 days per week

• Contract: Permanent

Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist looking for a new role?

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to undertake an exciting position as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist working in our North East residential services for adults a learning disability and/or autism.

The post holder will hold a clinical caseload (3 days p/w) at:

• Hollyhurst, 118 Woodland Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9LN

The post holder will also provide clinical supervision to a full-time SLT working across the residential services listed below, including support with complex cases and mentoring. This support is allocated for up to 1 day a week and may be in person or virtually, depending on context.

Where travel is required,mileage between the post holder's designated base site and the residential services listed below will be reimbursed in line with the organisation's expenses policy.

• Oaklands, Anick Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4JR

• Thornfield Grange, 60 Etherley Lane, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7QZ

Our focus is on assessment, therapy and outcomes meaning you will get to spend lots of time with residents and staff doing exactly what you trained to do!

Job Role:

As a highly specialised Speech and Language Therapist, you will be given the opportunity to excel your skills in leading on the delivery of an evidence-based SLT service to meet the needs of the complex client group.Working as part of the integrated multi-disciplinary team, you will use your expert skills and knowledge to train others, promote best practice and embed positive and inclusive environments, with the ultimate aim of ensuring that people and their friends and families are true partners in their care. Clinical Supervision will be provided in-house and you will also be required to offer clinical supervision to a junior SLT working in 2 homes nearby (within the same Clinical MDT).

You will be joining a team of over 50 SLTs working within Cygnet. The SLT department is well organised and structured by service line. You will implement the agreed clinical pathway for Social Care and contribute to annual service development reviews. We support student placements and if you have a specific area of clinical interest there is also the opportunity for you to discuss this with our in-house Research & Development team. We welcome quality and service improvement projects and will support your career progression both personally and professionally.

You will be accountable to the Director of Speech and Language Therapy (Social Care) and the onsite Service Manager (Hollyhurst).

Postgraduate qualification in the management of dysphagia is desirable but not essential.

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist with:

• Experience in the field of Learning Disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorders

Knowledge of low tech/high tech AAC.

• Ability to assess and manage eating, drinking and swallowing needs (desirable)

• Ability to supervise a junior SLT.

• Evidence of being a strong team player with a genuine desire to help others

• Ability to work flexibly in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

• Enthusiastic, motivated and passionate.

In return we offer:

• Salary between £50,632 £57,940 per year (pro rata)

• Excellent Clinical Supervision, CPD and developmental opportunities

• An immediate peer network of SLTs working within Cygnets Social Care Division as well as the wider SALT Team.

• Full support from an onsite multidisciplinary team

• Routine service meetings with over 50 SLTs but also like minded SLTs working in similar settings.

• Company pension and employee reward scheme including NHS discounts and much more!

• Full induction training

For more information on Speech and Language Therapy at Cygnet please visit our page:

https://join.cygnetgroup.com/slt/

Successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Please note this position may close early on receipt of sufficient applications.

For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact Alma Matei, Recruiter on 07436 176 074 or Carla Bartlett, Director of SLT (Social Care) on 07803 248 026.

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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

Darlington

DL3 9LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role

To have regard for the physical, psychological, emotional and environmental needs of the service users and their carers

To plan and lead group and individual sessions as directed

To provide support as directed by the Nurse Team leader and in close liaison with other agencies delivering agreed outcomes.

To work with colleagues and Health Access Champions in a variety of settings to promote the uptake of AHC, access to screening and vaccination programmes. , reporting any concerns for service user health and wellbeing to the Nurse Team Leader

To keep accurate records of tasks undertaken, observation and events concerning service users and to report to other members of the team, as appropriate, and to prepare reports as requested

To maintain and promote good communication and working relationships both within the team and with colleagues from other agencies

To develop a knowledge and understanding of the specialist needs of service users, and the approaches used in their care across diverse health settings

In collaboration with Primary Care Networks, support the process of understanding and improving service user experiences of care in other health settings through data collection, observation, feedback, discussion, and reporting through the clinical team

Provide information of health promotion and healthy living as appropriate to individual need

To undertake and assist in the organisation of the day to day smooth running of the service

Contribute towards the ongoing quality of service and care and identify any risk issues in relation to the service users health and social care need

Networking and promoting positive relationships within the primary care network

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of academic qualifications achievement
• NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Health Care Assistant - working in a Health & Social Care setting.
• Experience of working with people with a learning disability, who may have mental health needs and / or challenging behaviours

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lexden Hospital Site

London Road

Colchester, Essex

CO3 4DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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