Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title:

Clinical Psychologist/Counselling Psychologist/CBT Therapist

Directorate:

Clinical

Location:

Hub based with some remote working

Accountable to: Deputy Head of Operations / Communities Manager

Clinical Supervision: Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist / CBT Therapist

Pay grade:

Band 7

Type:

As per contract

Values Framework

All staff are expected to know and understand the values of the organisation and uphold these

values whilst at work.

Together

Focused

Bold

Personal

General Overview of Role

To work collaboratively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) delivering

services for veterans with PTSD and other trauma-related mental health difficulties,

and alcohol/substance misuse problems

To contribute to residential, outpatient, community and digital care and treatment

programmes, working flexibly to meet veteran need

To provide comprehensive psychological assessment, collaborative formulation, and

treatment planning

To provide evidence-based CBT psychological treatment, including third wave CBT

interventions, on a group and individual basis, to Veterans attending PTSD treatment

and recovery focused programmes.

To offer CBT-based consultation and support to other MDT members and advice to

referrers, external agencies and carers on veterans psychological needs/suitable

interventions

To provide CBT supervision of trainee psychologists/students

To be contribute to service development and audit and training and research initiatives

as appropriate.

To work closely with the Senior Psychologists/Senior CBT therapists and Heads of

Psychological Therapies to contribute to the development and enhancement of

treatment programmes, other relevant service development and clinical governance.

Main Duties and Key Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities

The role has no direct line management responsibility

To follow relevant professional practice guidelines and organisational policies and

procedures regarding clinical practice

To adhere to the Combat Stress Psychological Therapy job planning expectations

(Please note these are aligned to NHS Scotland practice)

Clinical Responsibilities

To provide specialist psychological assessment using a CBT framework for referred

veterans, using structured and semi-structured clinical interview, psychometric

instruments and other assessments methods as appropriate

To formulate and devise CBT treatment and management plans for referred veterans

with a range of psychological problems, and of varying severity and complexity,

including those with challenging behaviours

To provide CBT interventions for veterans with PTSD and other trauma-related mental

health problems

To maintain an agreed clinical caseload

To provide CBT-based advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals in the

multi-disciplinary teams of Combat Stress and to assist in developing team formulation

and treatment plans for Combat Stress veterans

To provide high quality, evidence-based CBT treatments for veterans with mental

health problems including, but not restricted to PTSD, depression and anxiety/arousal

disorders in a 1:1 and group-based context

To promote evidence-based practice throughout our services to other professionals

and motivate others to advance practice and improve quality of care.

To provide reports with respect to CBT assessment, formulation and treatment

planning

To liaise with other Combat Stress staff in other centres and sections of the service

(e.g., Community Outreach), other health and social care staff, from a range of

statutory and non-statutory agencies including the veterans charity sector, in the care

provided to clients.

To promote and develop positive and productive/effective working relationships with

other multidisciplinary members of Combat Stress clinical teams.

To promote independence, recovery and active involvement of veterans in their own

care at all times

Education and Training

To provide CBT supervision to trainee clinical and counselling psychologists and,

where required, of assistant psychologists, recovery support workers and others

engaged in delivering CBT-based interventions

To provide CBT advice, consultation, training and supervision, where appropriate, to

other multidisciplinary staff working with veterans

To contribute to the development and delivery of internal staff development activities

as appropriate

To always fulfil the mandatory training requirements of Combat Stress

Administrative Responsibilities

To communicate skilfully, tactfully and sensitively highly complex and sensitive

information with veterans, carers and external referrers, considering sensory and

cultural barriers relevant to veterans in particular, in this communication.

To use Information Management and Technology effectively in accordance with

the policies of the organisation.

All staff who contribute to Veterans records are expected to be familiar with, and

adhere to, Combat Stress Standards of Records Keeping Policy. Staff should be

aware that Veterans records throughout Combat Stress will be subject to regular audit.

All staff that have access to Veterans records have a responsibility to ensure that

these are maintained efficiently and that confidentiality is protected in line with Combat

Stresss Confidentiality of Health records Policy.

In addition, all health professionals are advised to compile records on the assumption

that they are accessible to Veterans in line with the access to Health Records Act 1990.

To complete incident reporting in accordance with the policies of the organisation.

Research, Audit and Service Evaluation

To utilise evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice

in all facets of individual work (e.g., individual, group & family interventions, practice of

supervision) and work with other team members.

To undertake appropriate evaluation and audit research within Combat Stress as

negotiated with the Manager of Psychological Therapies.

To participate in and contribute to clinical audit and service evaluation with colleagues

within the service, to help evaluate and improve service provision and develop

appropriate reports as required as negotiated with the Manager of Psychological

Therapies and other senior members of staff.

Professional Responsibilities

To participate in regular clinical professional supervision and appraisal as consistent

with the requirements of the Organisation.

To maintain and develop the highest standards of practice, through active participation

in continuing professional development and maintaining an active engagement with

current developments in psychological practice in areas related to the post.

General

To fully understand and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Charity.

To be compliant with the administrative and clinical processes defined.

To work in a flexible and responsive way to meet the changing needs of the service

users and demands of the service.

To promote a veteran centric approach throughout the veterans treatment journey.

To promote equality, diversity, and the rights of the service users.

To support partnership working.

To follow safeguarding procedures to minimise risk of harm to children or vulnerable adults.

To undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are

commensurate with the role, including project work, internal rotation (as per contract) and absence cover.

To contribute to the maintenance of a healthy and safe working environment by

adhering to Health and Safety Organisational policies.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of psychological assessment and treatment of clients across a range of care settings.
• Experience of working with a wide variety
• of adult client groups presenting with
• problems that reflect the full range of
• mental health disorders experienced by
• veterans (e.g., trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, substance misuse) of varying clinical severity.
• Significant experience of delivering CBT
• Experience of working with a
• multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of working with mental health
• services with British Veterans
• Experience of contributing to teaching and
• training
• Experience of the application of psychological
• therapies in different cultural contexts.

Qualifications

Essential

• EITHER 1) HCPC registered psychologist who has
• completed Post Graduate doctoral level training in
• counselling or clinical psychology, including
• specifically models of two or more distinct
• psychological therapies to include CBT
• AND/OR 2) BABCP accredited CBT Therapist with a
• professional health and social care qualification
• satisfying SSSC requirement. ie. RMN, Social
• Worker, OT etc.

Desirable

• Completion of further post-qualification
• CPD/training in areas of practice relevant to
• the post, ideally including working with
• PTSD/trauma-related psychological difficulties
• Experience of delivering CBT supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Combat Stress

Address

Edward House

199 Sauchiehall Street

Glasgow

G2 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support collecting data to inform the performance management framework for the service ensuring team members are completing timely and accurate data collection via EMIS. To liaise with the School Nursing Service, with particular reference to vulnerable children, their families and children with special needs. To participate in regular clinical and safeguarding supervision. To attend and participate in team meetings and 1-1 management supervision. To plan and record individual programmes of care for children and families. To assist in the identification of local health needs and ensure the optimum use of resources. Delegate work to Community Nursery Nurses that is within the sphere of competence of the skill mix and assist in training. To participate in an annual appraisal of their work where objectives will be set. To undertake such training as may be required to meet the needs of the service both mandatory and service-specific. To assume responsibility for maintaining own level of professional development and clinical competence. All staff are responsible for identifying areas within their service which do not meet Clinical Governance quality standards. All staff are expected to participate in Clinical Governance actions to achieve Clinical Governance within their service. All clinicians are expected to participate in quality improvement activities including clinical audit programmes.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Experience in delivering educational packages to parents / carers

Desirable

• Practice Assessor qualification

Professional Registration

Essential

• Current NMC registration

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery
• BSc or PGDip in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting)

Desirable

• Qualified Nurse Prescriber

Skills

Essential

• Ability to autonomously manage a complex caseload
• Significant, current and relevant clinical skills
• Well developed analysis and judgement skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Able to work individually and as part of a team
• Able to manage own workload and appropriately prioritise
• Able to prioritise and manage competing demands
• Able to safely delegate to skill mix

Desirable

• Experience in data analysis / assessing service performance in relation to KPIs
• Experience in completing audits

Experience

Essential

• Recent demonstrable postgraduate Nursing experience
• Experience of delivering health promotion and its importance in promoting healthy lifestyles
• High level knowledge of child protection and safeguarding policies and procedures
• Sound knowledge of current issues and legislation relating to children
• Experience of partnership and collaborative working
• Good knowledge and understanding of data protection, IG and confidentiality
• Knowledge of national policies, legislation, NHS agenda etc in relation to 0-19 provision and Health Visiting
• Experience of supervising students and junior staff

Personal qualities

Essential

• Knowledge of our business
• Commitment to our values and behaviours
• Commitment to the 6 C's
• Flexible and proactive approach to meeting service + client's needs
• Demonstrates compassion in practice
• Motivated, enthusiastic and innovative approach to work
• Calm and resilient with the ability to manage challenging situations and/or behaviour
• Car driver with use of car, business class insurance will be required

Information Technology

Essential

• Experience using an electronic patient record system e.g. EMIS
• Ability to use MS Office e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook
• Be aware of and adhere to Information Governance responsibilities relevant to your role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Community Vision children and family centre

Woodbine Grove

Penge

SE20 8UX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.bromleyhealthcare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake person centred holistic assessment in consultation with patients, carers and families identifying symptoms and needs and prescribe appropriate services to enable and empower individuals and enhance psychological, social and spiritual wellbeing.

Engage with and contribute positively to Wellbeing Programmes, facilitating and delivering evidence based group interventions, one to one interventions and activities to improve health and wellbeing.

Evaluating feedback to inform ongoing development and design of the services.

To be fully conversant with Pilgrims Therapy Wellbeing Programmes, and committedto the ongoing evaluation, development and delivery of wellbeing services across theorganisation.

Promote the benefits of Wellbeing Programmes to all hospice patients and theirfamilies, and encourage referrals from the Multidisciplinary Team and external healthand social care colleagues. To engage with patients on the inpatient unit and supportwith patient centred wellbeing interventions.

To be engaged with the discharge process of patients on the inpatient unit,discussing Therapy Centre wellbeing interventions and offering referrals toappropriate groups and programmes.

Apply a range of interpersonal skills in response to the different needs of individuals,using active listening skills and adapting communication to build a rapport withpatients and family members, as well as volunteers and professional colleagues.

Engage with patients and carers via virtual technology and supportive telephone calls

To facilitate support groups and educational sessions in person and via virtualtechnology, including contributing to pre-recorded virtual programmes and sessions.

To support the team in building and maintaining appropriate external partnerships.

To liaise with local community support services and groups.

Engage with and contribute positively to Multidisciplinary Team meetings anddecision making, sharing appropriate information to benefit patient outcomesensuring individual goals are achieved and alerting the Multidisciplinary Team of anyconcerns of crisis or problems arising with a patient or family member.

Recognise and report any changes in psychological, social and spiritual needs of patients and provide appropriate level of psychological support within level of competency, referring to Multidisciplinary team where required.

To work within internal pathways to identify individual needs and refer to professional team members or services, making appropriate recommendations for patient care and liaising with community teams as required.

Contribute positively to providing an effective learning environment for all students on placement at Pilgrims, for new multidisciplinary team staff during their induction period and to support the ongoing development of all members of the wellbeing team

To provide assistance with aspects of personal care and the physical comfort ofpatients e.g. toileting and personal hygiene whilst respecting patients dignity,values and privacy and adhering to infection prevention and control policies.

Demonstrate an understanding of clinical skills when undertaking the assessments of patients and be able to carry out basic observations such as blood pressure, pulse, saturation and temperature if required.

Promote support and contribute to a high standard of care, including awareness and understanding of safeguarding.

To employ a range of skills, techniques and resources to enable and empower patients with communication difficulties.

Create a safe environment for patients and staff, undertaking risk assessment and completing incident reports where necessary.

Take decisive and remedial action when faced with a complex or demanding situation to ensure the safety of patients,, families or volunteers and communicate these actions with appropriate team members and external professionals.

Keep clear and accurate patient records in accordance with Pilgrims clinical recordkeeping guidance.

To support the service by undertaking administrative duties where required.

Maintain continued personal development, participating in education and mandatorytraining and working effectively to meet personal development plan objectives andknowledge and skills as set out within the competence framework.

Be prepared to work across all three hospice sites as required to maintain continueddelivery of service.

Support and work with the Education team with events and local communityknowledge, developing resources to benefit all patients, carers and family members

Pilgrims is fully committed to equality in employment and service delivery and all thoseworking for Pilgrims Hospices are expected to actively promote equality and diversityin all aspects of their work

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary care setting

Desirable

• Experience of working with volunteers
• Experience of leading a small group in activities

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of secondary education, including a minimum
• of grade C in Maths and English GCSEs

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Health and Social Care
• Further relevant qualifications in therapeutic support

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

Pilgrims Hospices in East Kent

Address

Pilgrims Hospice Thanet

Ramsgate Road

Margate

Kent

CT9 4AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.pilgrimshospices.org/jobs (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

• BSc. Biomedical Science or equivalent Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Further relevant specialist qualifications (eg BBTS certificate, IBMS Certificates)

Experience

Essential

• Post HCPC registration diagnostic experience in Haematology & Blood Transfusion.
• Experience with a computerised laboratory information system.
• Previous experience working in a large medical laboratory.
• Experience of working as a team

Desirable

• Experience of a variety of diagnostic techniques in Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Experienced using the following named IT systems ? WinPath Enterprise (Clinisys). ? Q-Pulse
• Demonstrate ability to use own initiative when dealing with patients/staff to solve problems

Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
• Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
• Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
• Good understanding of Governance Requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation

Desirable

• Knowledge of Quality Management System and can demonstrate participation in obligatory activities

Skills

Essential

• Competent in basic laboratory techniques and troubleshooting
• Good level IT skills
• Good time management.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages
• Ability to analyse, interpret, and present routine data/results/concepts
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal).

Desirable

• Good keyboard skills
• Polite, helpful and confident manner.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages.

Other

Essential

• Reliable, responsible person.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
• Respects confidentiality.
• Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
• The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Adaptable and flexible.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Diploma / degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registered with HCPC
• Evidence of relevant post-graduate experience

Desirable

• Member of RCOT

Management skills

Essential

• Able to travel to meet the needs of the job
• Able to perform therapeutic manual handling as required by the role
• Evidence of leadership skills within a clinical team
• Experience supervising junior staff, apprentices or students.
• Ability to contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement initiatives.

Knowledge and Training

Essential

• Completed junior rotations in core areas or equivalent rehabilitation experience across a wide variety of clinical settings
• Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice within stroke rehabilitation.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to stroke rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of current best practice of Occupational Therapy in stroke rehabilitation and national clinical guidelines
• Understanding of current NHS priorities and developments affecting stroke rehabilitation services.

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate study/training in stroke or neurological rehabilitation.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a stroke and/or neurological rehabilitation service.
• Post-registration experience of working with patients who have long term neurological conditions or stroke
• Experience of working in a Multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience at band 6 level

Communication Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for role
• Good Interpersonal skills including observation, listening & empathy skills
• Good communication skills verbal and written
• Demonstrates the ability to teach, guide and support therapy assistants and students in clinical practice.
• Experience communicating with patients with aphasia and cognitive impairment.

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Commitment and motivation to deliver a quality service
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills in assessment and treatment planning.
• Ability to work autonomously within a specialist stroke setting
• Uses reflective practice to support clinical development.
• Demonstrates understanding of clinical governance and risk management.

Planning Skills

Essential

• Ability to delegate tasks appropriately
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work under own initiative and in isolation
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Car driver with valid UK driving licence

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values

Essential

• Able toprovidesafe,caring,and effectiveservices
• 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

Stourbridge Health & Social Care Centre

John Corbett Drive

Stourbridge

DY8 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent
• NVQ3 in Business Administration/ Customer Service or equivalent experience

Communication Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to work with confidential material and maintain confidentiality
• Confident when working with staff at all levels, internal and external

Experience

Essential

• Administration experience within a customer care environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Understanding of confidentiality and Data Protection Act
• Demonstrates working knowledge of computer packages including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook
• Able to respond quickly in a rapid working environment
• Able to organise and prioritise own and other workloads to changing and often tight deadlines

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the NHS/Healthcare environment

Planning & Organisational Skills

Essential

• Good team worker and ability to work alone
• Able to cope with different and competing demands
• Highly motivated and organised
• An aptitude for accuracy and detail
• Professional approach to work and colleagues
• Flexible and adaptable to change

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

Brierley Hill Health and Social Care Centre

Venture Way

Brierley Hill

DY5 1RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters/Diploma level qualification in Systemic Psychotherapy or AFT accredited equivalent.
• Post-graduate qualification in relevant mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice over a minimum of four.
• Eligible for UKCP Registration

Desirable

• Training in other relevant therapeutic modalities.

KNOWLEDGE & NATURE OF EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum four years practice in relevant first profession.
• Experience working with children and young people with complex needs
• Experience of working in a mental health setting.
• Experience of multi-agency working and MDT collaboration.
• Knowledge of and skill in using a wide variety of systemic theories and evidence-based interventions and the ability to use these appropriately in relation to client need and work setting.

Desirable

• Experience delivering training to professional groups and carers.

ANALYTICAL AND JUDGEMENT SKILLS

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of systemic assessment and treatment of individuals, couples, family systems, groups and organisations, frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration in the face of emotional intensity, and potential verbal and physical intimidation.
• Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour.

PROFESSIONAL / MANAGERIAL / SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Ability to work with a racially and culturally diverse community in a wide variety of contexts including highly specialist skills for working therapeutically in the community.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, ethical issues and strategic frameworks, and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management
• Knowledge of child and adult safeguarding processes and procedures.

Desirable

• Knowledge and ability to contribute to research, audit, teaching and training.

PERSONAL SKILLS / ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Ability to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy using excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work autonomously, setting appropriate goals, in accordance with professional ethics guidelines and Trust policies.
• Ability to maintain high standards of record keeping including electronic patient record system and reports.

Desirable

• Ability to contribute to the development and evaluation of the team's operational policies and services.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Finch Road Primary Care Centre

2 Finch Rd, Lozells, Birmingham

Birmingham

B19 1HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of written and verbal communication skills
• Basic literacy skills
• Moving and Handling knowledge

Desirable

• Full Clean Driving Licence

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Good customer service skills / experience of dealing with General Public / Patients / Relatives
• Understanding of health and safety processes
• Ability to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timescales

Experience

Desirable

• Previous work in cleaning and/or catering would be an advantage

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

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Roaming HFDS Clinics/Hospitals

Various sites throughout Hereford City

Hereford

HR12QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

• Ensure the practice maintains ongoing compliance with CQC Standards.
• Handle the management of complaints, significant events, patient feedback & learning outcomes.
• Coordinate and monitor health and safety risk assessments.

• Ensure HR files are up to date
• Ensure data protection guidelines are in place and adhered to
• Research and identify contracts and pricing for new initiaves
• Identify actions and outcomes from Managing Partner emails
• Supporting Care Co-ordinator team with cover during annual leave/sickness including Safeguarding Register
• Other admin duties where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

• Essential
• Experience supporting senior managers and organisational projects
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to interpret guidance and regulatory requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Desirable
• Experience of working in primary care

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hungerford Medical Centre

Address

Hungerford Medical Centre

School Crescent

Crewe

CW15HA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Imagine a career where every day you help someone live a happier, more independent, and fulfilling life.

Join our Werrington service as a Bank Support Worker and you can help someone build confidence, independence and joy and enable them to thrive in their community.

Every day brings something different.Whether it's providing everyday support, enjoying a visit to the local pub, or joining someone on a holiday adventure, each activity is tailored to the individual's interests and aspirations. It's all about helping people make the most of life.

• up to £12.90 per hour
• Refer a friend bonus (up to £1,000)
• Full training and ongoing support
• Career development opportunities
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Company pension
• A supportive, values-led team

• A calm, patient and caring approach with the willingness to learn and build trust
• Experience required
• A team player who values consistency
• A Full UK driving licence
• At least 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK
• Excellent career development opportunities and fully funded training up to QCF Level 5

Youll be supporting multiple individuals with learning disabilities at our Werrington service to thrive and live as independently as possible. Youll help with personal care and daily routines, while building meaningful, lasting connections. From supporting days out in the community to holidays and new experiences,

Youll ensure their care is truly person-centred, respecting their choices, promoting their safety and helping them do the things they love most.

• Provide person-centred support and personal care
• Encourage activities and meaningful experiences
• Supportcommunication in a way that works for them
• Follow care plans and maintain accurate records
• Promote independence, safety, and wellbeing

This is more than a job; its about building a relationship and making a lasting difference in someones life.

If this sounds like something youd enjoy, apply today!

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudlysupportingcommunities across the UK.Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We arecommittedto creating aninclusiveworkplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience required, A team player who values consistency, A Full UK driving licence, At least 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK, Excellent career development opportunities and fully funded training up to QCF Level 5.

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

Agincare

Address

Enable

Stoke On Trent

ST9 0DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference? Are you an experienced nurse looking for a change? Or a newly qualified nurse looking to take your first steps into residential services?

Come and join the Agincare family as aRegistered Nurse!

Where you'll be working

• Click here to view the care home! Care Home in Gloucestershire | Care Home Gloucestershire The Coombs | Agincare
• Care Quality Commission rating - 'Good'

As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy

• Refer a friend scheme up to£1000*
• £23.18 per hour
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

What is required from you?

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK
• A valid, in date NMC pin without restrictions to practice
• Evidence of recent clinical CPD

• Previous experience working as a nurse within a healthcare setting is essential; applications from newly qualified nurses will not be considered.

• This is a bank role, so you must be flexible to work days, nights and weekends as and when required
• Flexibility to work Sundays and Mondays is required for this role
• The shift pattern will be 20:00pm - 8:00am

A day in the life of a Registered Nurse

As aRegistered Nurse,you will be responsible for motivating, mentoring and developing a team of care staff in ensuring that the residents' clinical needs are attended to. You will be organised and ready to adapt to challenges, you will have the expertise you need to provide professional, safe, high quality care and support.

Responsibilities will include

• Assisting residents with personal care in accordance with their individual care plans
• Liaising with care home management, family members, social workers, medical professionals and the resident themselves in ensuring the care provision meets their individual requirements and making recommendations based on changes in care need.
• Administering and recording medication safely in line with company policy
• Monitoring resident nutrition and hydration and taking steps to update nutrition plans with any revised dietary requirements.
• Monitoring residents for risks around pressure wounds and any abnormalities regarding toilet output.
• Participating in, and promoting resident activities.

About Agincare

Agincare is proudly celebrating 40years of caring for communities. As a rapidlygrowing, family-ownedcare provider with more than5,500 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of ournew not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today,Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locationsnationwide.

As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed tosupporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forcescommunity through our alliance,offering guaranteed interviewsto service leavers and members of the military community.

All of our services are regulated by the CQCand Agincare is proud to be anequal opportunities employerand encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies,www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK, a valid, in date NMC pin without restrictions to practice, and evidence of recent clinical CPD.

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Coleford

GL16 8QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Bring Your Creativity to Work as an Activities Coordinator at Cheriton care home

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you cantruly make a difference?Do you love bringing joy to others, designing fun activities and lighting up a room with your personality?

Whether you're brand new to care or just searching for an exciting new challenge, this is your chance to shine.

Come and join the Agincare family as an Activities Coordinator, a role where your energy, imagination and enthusiasm can make every day meaningful for our residents.

• Career development and funded training (up to QCF Level 5)
• Refer-a-friend up to £1000
• Blue Light discount
• £12.72 per hour
• Company pension
• On-demand pay
• Availability to work 40 hours per week - 09.30am - 6pm. Must be able to working every other weekend, this will include both days.
• Youll create joyful moments for residents through fun, laughter, and creativity

• Bring energy, creativity and fun into daily life for our residents
• Plan engaging activities, games, quizzes, crafts & one-to-one moments
• Organise events like BBQs and Christmas parties
• Arrange visits from entertainers & local businesses
• Support movement and independence through fun physical activities
• Lead social outings and in-home activities for all abilities

• A minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK
• The availability to commit to 40 hours per week
• A warm, creative, people-focused personality

• Cheriton care home, 8-10 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 2EN
  • Care home: Cheriton Residential Care Home in Dorchester, Dorset | Agincare Care Centre
  • CQC rating: Cheriton Care Home - Care Quality Commission

Agincare is proudly celebrating 40 years of caring for communities.As a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider with close to 6000 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our new not-for-profit Childrens Services.Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations across England.

As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed to supporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation.We are proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance, offering guaranteed interviews to service leavers and members of the military community.

All of our services are regulated by the CQCand Agincare is proud to be anequal opportunities employerand encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK; availability to commit to 40 hours per week; a warm, creative, people-focused personality

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Dorchester

DT1 2EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POST

Ongoing staff supervision and training is a significant element of this role. This will regularly include medical staff in Radiology, Obs. and Gynae and occasionally from other specialities.

Ultrasound is provided within the Obstetric and Gynaecological Directorate as well as in the Radiology Department. Ultrasound is a key modality for the achievement of cancer targets and provides a service to most clinical specialities. As one of the fastest growing areas of imaging it must be adaptable to change in line with the modernisation agenda of the Trust. The delivery of this service must be flexible and change to meet the demand from other clinicians. Many sessions now involve the support of one or more one-stop clinics.

The post holder is expected to be able to perform a wide range of general abdominal, small parts, obstetric and gynaecological examinations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Clinical

a) Vet and accept imaging requests.

b) Prioritise patients based on clinical history so the appointment clerks can allocate a suitable appointment.

c) To assist with the development of a quality assurance programme.

d) Provide specialist ultrasound advice both technical and diagnostic/image interpretation to a range of service users.

e) To assist with the development of the ultrasound service by evaluating and incorporating new techniques.

f) To assist with the development of protocols which optimise the technical ability of US equipment.

g) To ensure imaging sequences used are appropriate to the patients history/condition.

h) Undertake ultrasound examinations on sedated or anaesthetised patients (adult and paediatric) including the ITU, NICU, theatre and trauma settings.

i) To independently undertake, interpret and report on all diagnostic ultrasound examinations performed including Obstetrics, Gynae (including trans-vaginal), abdominal, small parts, e.g., testes, and depending on clinical experience musculoskeletal, specialist paediatric work duplex and vascular scanning.

j) To understand and adhere to the safety aspects of ultrasound ensuring that technical and professional standards are maintained within the ultrasound department by completing and recording regular quality control checks. To assist in quality assurance procedures and protocols relating to your work.

k) Refer patients for further diagnostic imaging based on the ultrasound diagnosis.

l) OBs and Gynae: Refer out-patients/GP patients requiring rapid/urgent admission to hospital to the relevant medical team based on the ultrasound diagnosis e.g., ectopic pregnancy, foetal abnormality and Gynae tumours. This will involve counselling patients

m) Non-Obstetric US: Refer out-patients/GP patients requiring rapid/urgent admission/treatment to the relevant clinical team based on the ultrasound diagnosis, e.g., suspicion of malignancy, metastases, DVT, acute renal obstruction, appendicitis, liver abscess

n) Counselling of patients, in particular those attending the early pregnancy assessment clinic, over the viability of their pregnancy and certain foetal anomalies

o) To adapt ultrasound technique and manipulate and adapt equipment parameters to optimise image quality to aid image interpretation and diagnosis

p) Lay-up trolleys for sterile procedures e.g., biopsies and assist with the procedure.

q) Provide patient care and monitoring of condition during procedures.

r) Undertake mobile ultrasound examinations.

s) To comply with departmental and infection control guidance

2. Training and Supervision

a) Induction, training and supervision of student radiographers, radiographers (CT staff and others on rotation) and clinical support staff.

b) Monitoring and assessment of students.

c) To assist with the organisation and participate in the delivery of formal teaching/ up-date sessions for radiographers, sonographers, students, and clinical support staff. As this is a complex imaging technique this may involve ultrasound equipment as well as clinical applications.

d) Assist with the organisation of training programmes for medical staff (usually SPR) in Radiology (ongoing SPR rotation form Oxford), OBs and Gynae and other specialities as required.

e) To assist, direct and teach staff in the development of ultrasound expertise.

f) Responsible for ensuring own CPD is kept up to date.

g) Complete mandatory and statutory training in line with national and Trust requirements.

h) FASP online training in line with department requirements.

3. Management

a) Monitor waiting times and waiting lists and take appropriate action to meet targets.

b) Appraisal of staff, identification of training needs and professional development

c) Assist with the development of procedures and protocols.

d) Assist with the identification, planning and implementation of changes to service provision.

e) Assist with the achievement of local and national targets.

f) To liaise with equipment maintenance supplier over equipment faults/repairs and maintain equipment fault Logbook.

g) Attend ultrasound user groups in Radiology and OBs & Gynae Depts.

h) To help review ultrasound protocols on a regular basis, propose and agree changes with the relevant clinical teams.

i) Assist with the set up and maintenance of an ultrasound equipment QA programme to monitor image quality.

j) To help evaluate new ultrasound equipment for the Trust (value 100k+) prior to purchase.

k) To deputise for the Ultrasound Service Manager in either the OBs & Gynae OR the Radiology Departments as agreed. Dealing with any staffing or clinical issues that arise on a day-to-day basis or leading on specific projects.

l) To assist with the QA evaluation of equipment.

4. Communication

a) Effective communication with a wide range of service users including patients, carers, and other professionals both inside and outside the Trust.

b) Ability to communicate complex imaging procedures and gain the understanding and co-operation of patients of all ages and abilities.

c) Counselling of patients in distressing circumstances e.g., in utero foetal death.

d) To assist with the development and up-date patient procedures/information.

e) Respond to complaints from service users and patients.

5. Audit

a) To develop and undertake relevant audits both service and clinical - local and national e.g., Downs Syndrome.

b) May be required to participate in research and development

6. Other

a) As a referrer for other imaging techniques an awareness of Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 and IR(ME)R 2017 is required.

b) Safe manual handling of patients and equipment on an ongoing basis.

c) Accurate maintenance and updating of patient records. This will involve effective use of Computerised Radiology Information System, Viewpoint and PACS (Picture Archiving Communication System) as well as conventional film handling.

d) Complete paper based clinical records if required

e) Attend relevant Radiology performance and staff meetings.

f) Attend and participate in relevant multi-disciplinary meetings.

g) To assist in the development of Clinical Governance within ultrasound.

h) To be responsible for the cleanliness and general care of all equipment and facilities within the working area, acting on faults and ensuring safety.

i) Ensure equipment is decontaminated before maintenance and ensure equipment is working correctly before it comes back into clinical use.

j) Attend and participate in relevant multi-disciplinary meetings.

k) To assist in the development of Clinical Governance within ultrasound.

l) To be responsible for the cleanliness and general care of all equipment and facilities within the working area, acting on faults and ensuring safety.

m) Ensure equipment is decontaminated before maintenance and ensure equipment is working correctly before it comes back into clinical use.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Radiography or equivalent radiography qualification OR a Health care qualification to degree level standard
• PGD in Ultrasound imaging or equivalent ultrasound imaging qualification. Plus, relevant experience in US practices
• Evidence of CPD
• MSc in Ultrasound or equivalent experience in general medical and obstetric ultrasound
• Evidence of DQASS monitoring in the last 12 months
• Active HCPC or RCT Registration
• Regular attendance on short courses and conferences
• Counselling Skills Course
• Completion IR(ME)R eLFH referrer course or equivalent
• Sound understanding of cross sectional radiography imaging
• Excellent experience in obstetrics, gynaecology and general medical ultrasound
• A wide range of non- obstetric scanning
• Skills in counselling and giving bad news
• Equipment management and Quality Assurance in US or radiology
• Ability to show good use and understanding of US equipment to use image manipulation
• Teaching and training skills Assertiveness
• Individual Performance review
• Experience with dealing with complaints
• Management experience in either US or radiology
• Extensive knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy gained through radio-graphic and ultrasound practice
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology and pathology relevant to extensive US practice
• Organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy for counselling patients e.g. cancer or foetal death.
• Ability to write reports
• Ability to work autonomously taking responsibility for clinical interpretation and production of reports for referring clinicians
• Team worker
• Ability to plan and undertake audit of own and the work of others
• Evidence of CPD
• Good time management
• Teaching and training skills
• Awareness of Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 and IR(ME)R 2017
• Good keyboard skills for using PC and image reporting systems
• Extensive knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy gained through radio-graphic and ultrasound practice
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology and pathology relevant to extensive US practice
• Organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy for counselling patients e.g. cancer or foetal death.
• Ability to write reports
• Ability to work autonomously taking responsibility for clinical interpretation and production of reports for referring clinicians
• Team worker
• Ability to plan and undertake audit of own and the work of others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Professionals Limited

Address

Suites 1A & 1B, Breakspear Park

Breakspear Way

Hemel Hempstead

Hertfordshire

HP2 4TZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Level 4 standard (e.g. NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration or equivalent experience)
• Good standard of general education (e.g. GCSEs including English and Maths or equivalent)
• Evidence of IT literacy including Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel)

Desirable

• A-levels or equivalent qualification
• RTT, access policy or data quality training
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Significant administrative experience within an NHS setting
• Experience of validating and managing patient pathways
• Working knowledge of RTT and/or DM01 standards and validation rules
• Experience using Patient Administration Systems (e.g. Lorenzo, Cerner)
• Experience working with data, including identifying and resolving data quality issues
• Experience of working with multiple stakeholders to resolve issues

Desirable

• Experience of DM01 validation
• Experience supporting Patient Initiated Follow-Up (PIFU) pathways
• Experience within diagnostic or Thoracic services
• Experience using digital systems, dashboards or patient platforms
• Experience supporting reporting or audit activity
• Ability to identify recurring issues and contribute to process improvements

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration
• Demonstrates commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
• Works collaboratively and supports effective team working
• Acts with professionalism, integrity and accountability
• Demonstrates a proactive, organised and reliable approach to work
• Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information appropriately
• Able to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Desirable

• Demonstrates initiative in supporting service improvements
• Commitment to continuous learning and personal development
• Supports a positive and inclusive team culture

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

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Papworth Hospital

Papworth Road

Cambridge Bio Medical Campus

Cambridge

CB2 0AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/working-here (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile?

Join Chalgrove care home as a Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

• £13.50 per hour
• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• Please note this is a bank / zero hour contract

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

• Chalgrove Care and Nursing Home, 5-7 Westminster Rd E, Westbourne, Poole BH13 6JF
• Click here to view the care home: Nursing Home in Poole, Dorset | Care Home | Agincare
• Care Quality Commission rating - Good

If youre passionate about great food and making a difference, apply today and start cooking up smiles.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK, experience in a professional kitchen, knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable).

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Poole

BH13 6JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference? Are you an experienced nurse looking for a change? Or a newly qualified nurse looking to take your first steps into residential services?

Come and join the Agincare family as aRegistered Nurse!

• Click here to view the care home! Care Home in Gloucestershire | Care Home Gloucestershire Henlow Court | Agincare

• Refer a friend scheme up to£1000*
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK
• A valid, in date NMC pin without restrictions to practice
• Evidence of recent clinical CPD
• Experience working in a care home setting is preferable
• This position is working 48 hours per week, to include alternate weekends

As aRegistered Nurse,you will be responsible for motivating, mentoring and developing a team of care staff in ensuring that the residents' clinical needs are attended to. You will be organised and ready to adapt to challenges, you will have the expertise you need to provide professional, safe, high quality care and support.

• Assisting residents with personal care in accordance with their individual care plans
• Liaising with care home management, family members, social workers, medical professionals and the resident themselves in ensuring the care provision meets their individual requirements and making recommendations based on changes in care need.
• Administering and recording medication safely in line with company policy
• Monitoring resident nutrition and hydration and taking steps to update nutrition plans with any revised dietary requirements.
• Monitoring residents for risks around pressure wounds and any abnormalities regarding toilet output.
• Participating in, and promoting resident activities.

About Us:

Agincare is proudly celebrating 40 years of caring for communities. As a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider with close to 6000 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our new not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations across England.

As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed to supporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance, offering guaranteed interviews to service leavers and members of the military community.

All of our services are regulated by the CQCand Agincare is proud to be anequal opportunities employerand encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies,www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A valid, in date NMC pin without restrictions to practice, evidence of recent clinical CPD, experience working in a care home setting is preferable.

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Dursley

GL11 4BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Be part of something meaningful. Earn up to £15.50 per hour (£14.50 unqualified) in our childrens home and help shape an expanding notforprofit service supporting children with complex emotional, behavioural, and learning needs. We are looking for Bank Support Workers who are caring, dependable, and passionate about making a real difference.

We're looking for flexible Bank Support Workers who can regularly cover waking night shifts from 10pm to 8am.

As part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youll provide consistent, compassionate support to childrenhelping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will:

• Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people
• Support daily routines from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime
• Help children learn life skills and build their independence
• Work as part of a team to ensure children feel safe, secure, and cared for
• Support with care plans, routines, and risk assessments (with training)
• Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach
• Take part in fun, active days every day is different!
• Be part of the sleep-in rota, (flexibility is essential)

Were looking for people who are caring, reliable, and motivated to make a difference. You dont need experience as full training and ongoing support are provided. You will:

• Have a genuine interest in supporting children with complex needs
• Be patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent
• Be able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Be able to meet the roles practical and emotional demands
• Have a positive attitude and a team-player mindset
• Hold or be committed to completing NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare
• Hold a driving licence (dual registered home across 2 sites in Wimborne) so travel to both homes may be required.

At Agincare, we are a family-run organisation that puts people first both the children we support and the incredible staff who care for them. Were proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our friendly,supportive work culture.What Youll Receive:

• From £14.50 per hour + additional for overnight shifts if required.
• £15.50 per hour if Level 3 in Residential Childcare held
• Full-time, average of 40 hours per week with sleep ins as required
• Company pension scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000*
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Blue Light Discount package
• Early On Demand Pay
• Career development pathways and training
• Staff recognition and appreciation schemes

Agincare is proudly celebrating 40 years of caring for communities. As a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider with more than 5,500 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our new not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations nationwide.

As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed tosupporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance,offering guaranteed interviewsto service leavers and members of the military community.

All of our services are regulated by the CQCand Agincare is proud to be anequal opportunities employerand encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies,www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A genuine interest in supporting children with complex needs, patience, emotional intelligence, willingness to complete NVQ Level 3 or above in Residential Childcare, flexibility to work evenings and weekends, and holding a driving license.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Agincare

Address

Agincare Childrens' Services

Wimborne

BH21 1TY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role: Senior Play Specialist - Paediatrics

Site: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children-London

Full time permanent: Monday to Friday (37.5hrs pw)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Foundation Degree in Healthcare Play Specialism
• Foundation Degree in Healthcare Play Specialism OR Level 4 Diploma in Specialised Play for Sick Children and Young People
• Registered with HPSET

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years' experience (post qualification) of working with children/young people in a hospital environment
• Knowledge of current best evidence-based practice of therapeutic play for ages 0 17

Desirable

• Experience mentoring and supporting Play Specialists and Play Assistants

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

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

The Portland Hospital

209 Great Portland Street

London

W1W 5AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities of this role. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Little on 01423 553647 [email protected]

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register or Registered with HCPC
• A good standard of education to degree level or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development within nursing
• Recognised leadership development training Professional and clinical competence
• Teaching qualification
• Experience in General Medicine/Haematology

Desirable

• Masters Level Degree
• Involvement in clinical audit and/or research.
• Experience of effectively managing rosters.
• Experience of leading patient involvement / patient feedback initiatives.

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate Hospital

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To act as the Key Worker for a caseload of patients as agreed with the GI Cancer CNS Team Leader.

To provide appropriate support, information, education, advice, and counselling with regard to all aspects of their illness and possible investigation/treatment modalities at all stages of the pathway.

To act as the patient's advocate, particularly when informed discussion may lead to choices being made concerning investigation/treatment options. Assist in the process of attaining informed consent. Contribute to MDT meetings and treatment/care planning decisions.

To work closely with other Health Care Professionals to ensure that all aspects of patient/carers needs are met, linking with palliative care and supportive care providers and social services appropriately.

To continue to develop and liaise with other units/centres to ensure continuity of care and support for patients referred on for further investigations/treatment.

Provide advice and support to health professionals within the Trust and Primary Care in relation to GI Cancer treatment side effects, complications and management and ensure liaison with appropriate members of the MDT.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• First level degree in related subject or willing to undertake a degree pathway.
• Evidence of continued professional. development including GI or Oncology.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Evidence of master's level learning or prepared to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 or above in Oncology or GI Services.
• Experience of multi professional working.
• Ability to support and influence change.

Desirable

• Experience of audit and research
• Experience of patient involvement/feedback initiatives

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

21 Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide high quality Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy to Children, Young People and families in receipt of a Community CYP ED service. To supervise and support the application of CBT provided by other team members within the Community CYP ED Team. To become involved in research and audit, contribute to service training and further development of CBT within wider Community CAMHS Teams.

Please see the job description and person specification for more detailed description of duties

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate professional registered qualification e.g., RMN, Social Worker or equivalent qualification (e.g., CYP Wellbeing Practitioner or Educational Mental Health Practitioner)
• Membership of a registered statutory body e.g., NMC (if relevant)
• MSc qualification in CBT or recognised equivalent as accredited by BABCP
• Practitioner Accreditation or Full Accreditation with BABCP (or working towards, in which case applicant will be paid at top of band 6 until accreditation is in place)

Desirable

• Children and Young People's CBT qualification
• CBT Supervision qualification
• CBT Supervisor Accreditation

Training

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development
• To have undertaken statutory child safeguarding training
• Willingness to attend CBT Supervisor Training, as required

Desirable

• Trained in delivery of clinical supervision
• Further training specific to area e.g., CBT-AR, EMDR

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with young people with mental health difficulties or relevant transferable experience
• Experience of providing clinical supervision

Desirable

• Experience of working within CAMHS
• Experience of working with young people with complex mental health difficulties/Eating Disorders
• Experience of working within a Multi-disciplinary Team
• Experience of working in community settings
• Experience of group work
• Experience of providing training to staff

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of NICE guidelines for mental health difficulties
• Understanding of working with young people who have a Mental Health Disorders
• Knowledge and experience of the provision of mental health assessment for young people
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health
• Skills in assessment and CBT treatment
• Experience of using ROMs
• Ability to manage a defined caseload, and organise own work schedule
• Ability to be a clear and effective communicator with young people and their families, and clinical peers and other professionals
• Ability to be autonomous practitioner, whilst being able to work as an integral part of the MDT
• Demonstrate leadership skills e.g., willingness to deputise for Team Leads, chair meetings
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with young people and their families, and clinical peers and other professionals
• Be committed to equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice

Desirable

• Group work skills
• Group supervision skills
• Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations
• Facilitate supervision of supervision sessions
• Awareness of local mental health services
• Knowledge of CYP inpatient services

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Be able to travel across sites and in the community.
• 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.

Values and behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate 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

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

Hopewood

Foster Drive, Mansfield Road

Nottingham

NG5 3FL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Discharge Key Worker is responsible for coordinating and facilitating safe, timely, and effective discharge planning for patients undergoing surgical care on their assigned ward.

To work closely with the clinical inpatient care groups and discharge team highlighting patients with complex needs,specifically those patients who aredeemedto have No Criteria toresidein an acute hospital bed where supported interventionis required toprogress thedischarge plan.

-Act as a key point of contact for patients, relatives, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary teamregardingdischarge arrangements.

-Participate in daily multidisciplinary board rounds, discharge planning meetings, and patient flow discussions.

Ensure all inpatients have a discharge plancommencedon admission, an expected date of discharge in line with the no criteria toreside(no C2R) guidance, the SAFER Care Bundle and manage discharge dependent actions to reduce any potential delays.

-Identifypotential barriers to discharge at the earliest opportunity and develop plans to address delays proactively.

To work in partnership with the ward MDT, the system SPA (Single Point of Access team) Cluster teams, social services, community care providers, integrated care boards and the discharge team and voluntary agencies regarding simple and complex needs identified during the admission process to provide effective discharge planning to patients and their representatives that facilitates timely discharge.

Communicates effectively with a range of people aboutday to daytasks asrequiredwithin limits of job role and training.

Ensure all documentation applicable for the role is recorded accurately, legibly, signed and Job description dated in accordance withtrust policies and procedures.

Work with MDT to ensure holistic care for patients and their representatives

Listens to and respects the needs of patients and/or colleagues.

Appliesappropriate communicationmethods using a range of verbal andnonverbalskills helping patients/relatives overcome barriers to understanding when English is not their first language. Treats everyone in a friendly and courteous manner

To provide discharge planningexpertiseto patients and their representatives during the admission process

Identifypatients with cognitive impairment and highlight need for mental capacity assessments to support the discharge planning process.

Facilitate and coordinate discharge plans atappropriate meetingsincluding daily handovers, MDT meetings, care reviews and / or case conferences to agree and finalise discharge plans with patients and next of kin.

Liaise with care agencies and care homes toestablishdates for assessments and agree transfer dates Escalate issues and barriers affecting a patients discharge to the clinical leads/MDT in line with the trusts escalation matrix in the Discharge Planning Standard Operating Procedure

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• NVQ level 3
• Experience of working in a hospital setting

Desirable

• Experience of working with patients requiring CHC and social services
• Use of IT clinical systems such as ecamis

essential

Essential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• use of computers

Essential

Essential

• Knowledge of comples discharge planning process
• Understanding of MDT assessment for frail surgical patients

Desirable

• Knowledge of integrated care systems
• Experience of patient flow

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bournemouth Hospital but cross site working is expected

Castle Lane East Bournemouth, Dorset BH7 7DW

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Phlebotomist with a knowledge of working within a general practice environment to join our supportive and friendly team.

CGH Partnership are looking for a Phlebotomist for 30 hours per week.

Keys duties will include:

• Obtaining blood samples of the appropriate quality, taken with minimal stress to patients, which will help with patients diagnosis and treatment.
• Accurately labelling samples and preparing them for collection to the pathology department for analysis.
• Making appropriate notes in the patients record.
• Taking blood is a special skill, which requires patience and the ability to engage with both adults and children. You need to have a calm approach and to have had experience in a clinical environment and be able to care for people if distressed.

Interested? What you will need to be considered:

• Experience in a Primary Care setting and phlebotomy.
• Completed recognised phlebotomist training course.
• Excellent patient care and bedside manner, capable of dealing calmly with patients who may feel stressed or nervous in this situation.
• Ability to clearly explain procedures to patients.
• An understanding of infection control and sterilization practices.
• Must be familiar with medical procedures and able to follow protocols.

What we can offer you as a Phlebotomist:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata.
• Access to our bespoke learning management system and annual formative clinical assessments to support competency development.
• Varied opportunities for career development within our wider organisation and a range of other exciting employee benefits such as car benefit scheme, cycle to work schemes, travel season ticket loans, discount cards and employee wellbeing services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience in a Primary Care setting and phlebotomy. Completed recognised phlebotomist training course. Excellent patient care and bedside manner, capable of dealing calmly with patients who may feel stressed or nervous in this situation. Ability to clearly explain procedures to patients. An understanding of infection control and sterilization practices. Must be familiar with medical procedures and able to follow protocols.

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

Basingstoke

RG22 4EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Community Nurse Band 5, youll be part of our valued team at Five Rivers Health and Wellbeing Centre, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• Band 5 AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise
• An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

Job Introduction

As a Community Nurse Band 5, you will deliver high-quality, person centred nursing care to patients in their own homes, working in line with national and local policies, professional standards, and the NMC Code. You will work closely with patients, families, GPs, and multidisciplinary colleagues to assess needs, plan and deliver care, promote independence, and support positive health outcomes.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while being part of a supportive community team committed to delivering safe, effective, and evidence-based care. You will contribute to service development, health promotion, continuous improvement initiatives, and the education of students and colleagues, ensuring the highest standards of care are maintained across the service.

We have 2 full-time positions available and will consider part-time applications.

For any enquiries regarding this role, please contact [email protected]

Main Responsibilities

As a Community Nurse you will require excellent communication, organisation, and clinical skills, alongside a commitment to delivering compassionate care and continuously developing professional practice:

• Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate nursing care in partnership with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient progress, recognising and escalating changes in condition appropriately.
• Prioritise and manage a caseload in line with patient need.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records using electronic and paper-based systems.
• Deliver evidence-based care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.
• Promote health, wellbeing, and independence for patients and carers.
• Participate in team meetings, handovers, clinical supervision, appraisals, and mandatory training.
• Support the learning and development of students and colleagues.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe environment through risk assessment, incident reporting, and adherence to infection prevention and control standards.
• Ensure the safe use, maintenance, and management of clinical equipment and stock.

Please see the job description attached for a full list of responsibilities.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a NMC/1stlevel registered Nurse, you will have the ability to work both independently and also as part of a wider multidisciplinary team. It is expected that youshould have strongcommunication and organisation skills and a flexible approach which will ensureyou deliver positive experiences to patients at every stage of theirhealthcare journey.

You will have a full UK driving license with access to a car for work purposes with Business insurance for the vehicle used.

You will also need to be confident using IT systems and be able to demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel.

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC/1st level registered Nurse, Full UK driving license with access to a car for work purposes with Business insurance for the vehicle used. Confident using IT systems and demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Salisbury

SP1 3UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (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 Kitchen Assistant at Hampstead Court Care Home in London. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
• Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly.
• Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
• Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.

ABOUT YOU

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

Our ideal candidate must:

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene.
• Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload.
• Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.
• Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the 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:

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrates high standards of personal hygiene. Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Efficient work capability with sustained physical effort and a positive, flexible attitude to team working.

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

London

NW8 0HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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