Job description

Job responsibilities

Interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate

effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, relatives and external stakeholders.

Ability to present complex clinical, governance and performance information in a clear

and meaningful way to a range of audiences.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across

departments and professional groups.

Confident in leading meetings, delivering presentations, facilitating training sessions

and chairing governance discussions.

Skilled in managing difficult conversations, providing constructive feedback and

supporting conflict resolution in a professional manner.

Demonstrates emotional intelligence, empathy and professionalism when dealing with

staff wellbeing, patient concerns and service issues.

Ability to influence and negotiate effectively to achieve service improvements and

organisational objectives.

Promotes a culture of civility, inclusion, psychological safety and collaborative working.

Able to motivate, coach and develop staff to achieve high standards of performance

and patient care.

Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates professionalism when handling sensitive

information.

Highly organised with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work effectively

under pressure.

Demonstrates resilience, adaptability and sound judgement within a complex and

rapidly changing clinical environment

Ability to communicate governance, patient safety, educational and equipment-related requirements in a way that supports engagement and compliance . Establishes credibility and trust through visible leadership, integrity and consistent professional behaviour. Effective networking and partnership-working skills, enabling collaboration across the Trust and with external organisations. Professional Knowledge and Expertise Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with current professional registration. Extensive experience of clinical leadership and management within a clinical setting. Comprehensive knowledge of governance, clinical risk management and patient safety processes. Detailed understanding of incident reporting, investigation, and the implementation of learning from incidents. Sound knowledge of national clinical standards, regulatory requirements and healthcare legislation. Experience of leading quality improvement programmes, clinical audit and service development projects. In-depth knowledge of medical device management, equipment safety, maintenance requirements and asset management processes. Experience of developing business cases and managing equipment replacement programmes and capital bids. Knowledge of infection prevention and control, health and safety legislation, and safe systems of work. Experience of developing, implementing and reviewing policies, standard operating procedures and clinical guidelines. Understanding of workforce planning, establishment management, performance management and staff wellbeing initiatives. Experience of managing change and supporting service transformation within a complex healthcare environment. Knowledge of educational principles, competency-based assessment and workforce development strategies. Experience of delivering training, competency assessments, mentorship and clinical education programmes. Ability to analyse and interpret quality, safety and performance data to support decision-making and service improvements. Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to maintaining specialist knowledge. Leadership, management, teaching or quality improvement qualification, or equivalent experience. Competence in the use of electronic patient records, incident reporting systems, audit databases and Microsoft Office applications.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Analyse complex clinical, operational and governance information to identify risks, trends and opportunities for improvement within theatre services. Investigate incidents, complaints, equipment failures and near misses, determining root causes and implementing appropriate corrective and preventative actions. Use professional judgement to escalate patient safety concerns and operational risks in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Interpret audit findings, quality metrics and performance data to identify areas requiring intervention and service improvement. Assess the impact of equipment failures, defects or shortages on service delivery and implement appropriate contingency plans to maintain patient safety and operational continuity. Evaluate and prioritise competing operational demands, balancing patient needs, staffing levels, theatre utilisation and organisational priorities. Lead complex investigations and contribute to formal reports, action plans and recommendations arising from incidents, complaints and governance reviews. Analyse workforce, training and competency data to identify gaps and develop solutions to mitigate risks and improve performance. Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and clinical teams on governance, education, risk management and equipment-related issues. Support decision-making relating to procurement, replacement and standardisation of theatre equipment, considering clinical need, risk, compliance and financial implications. Assess compliance with national standards, legislation and Trust policies, identifying where remedial action is required. Make autonomous decisions within agreed professional and organisational boundaries, seeking senior support where necessary for highly complex or contentious issues. Anticipate emerging risks and develop proactive solutions to prevent adverse impacts on patient safety, quality of care and service delivery. Contribute to business planning and service development by evaluating evidence, benchmarking information and best practice guidance. Facilitate multidisciplinary discussions to resolve complex clinical, operational and organisational challenges, ensuring decisions are evidence-based and patient-centred. Respond effectively to unexpected situations, service pressures and operational disruptions, using sound judgement to maintain safe and effective patient care. Practical and technical skills Plan, coordinate and monitor governance, education and equipment work programmes across theatre services to ensure delivery of departmental and organisational objectives. Develop and maintain annual governance, audit, training and equipment replacement plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory and Trust requirements.

Coordinate clinical audits, accreditation activities, quality improvement projects and action plans, ensuring deadlines are achieved and outcomes are embedded into practice. Organise and facilitate governance, patient safety, education and equipment meetings, ensuring actions are monitored and completed. Lead the planning and coordination of staff training, competency assessments, induction programmes and mandatory training schedules. Work collaboratively with Theatre Managers, Matrons, Practice Development Teams and multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure workforce development plans meet service requirements. Coordinate the management of medical devices and equipment, including procurement, maintenance schedules, replacement programmes and asset register compliance. Plan equipment replacement and capital investment programmes, balancing clinical priorities, risk assessments and available financial resources. Support operational planning for theatre services, ensuring governance, education and equipment requirements are incorporated into service delivery plans. Prioritise and manage multiple competing demands, adapting plans in response to changing clinical priorities, incidents, staffing pressures and service developments. Contribute to business planning, service redesign and strategic development initiatives within theatres and perioperative services. Develop project plans and implementation schedules for service improvement initiatives, ensuring engagement from key stakeholders. Coordinate responses to external inspections, accreditation visits, audits and regulatory reviews, ensuring evidence and action plans are prepared and delivered. Monitor progress against departmental objectives, key performance indicators and quality metrics, taking action where improvements are required. Ensure effective communication and coordination across clinical and non-clinical teams to support safe, efficient and effective theatre services. Anticipate future workforce, educational and equipment requirements and develop plans to support service sustainability and growth. Maintain professional clinical competence and provide direct clinical support within the theatre environment as required to ensure safe and effective patient care. Act as a visible clinical leader and role model, promoting high standards of perioperative practice and patient-centred care. Support the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based care throughout the patient's perioperative journey. Monitor standards of patient care through audit, governance processes, incident reviews and patient feedback, ensuring learning is implemented to improve outcomes. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive high-quality, coordinated and seamless care. Contribute to the investigation and management of patient safety incidents, complaints and concerns, ensuring that appropriate actions are taken to improve care and reduce risk.

Person Specification

skills and experience

Essential

• Thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within speciality area

Desirable

• Undertaken nursing research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Paul O'Gorman Building

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Effectively lead management and stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies for products and services within allocated division, and ensure delivery of established savings targets within the portfolio.

Collaborate with other government agencies and NHS Trusts in identifying and establishing joint procurement initiatives that will deliver enhanced value for money.

Please refer to the attach job description

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent qualification in a commercial based subject
• Registered full membership of the chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent experience or working towards the qualification
• Project management (Prince 2 Practitioner).
• Knowledge of Public procurement processes and regulations
• Knowledge of contract law
• Knowledge of purchase to pay systems and other e-procurement tools.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing Professional development
• Knowledge of the Carter Report in to efficiencies within the NHS

Experience

Essential

• Worked within a procurement environment
• Developed procurements that comply with EU Procurement law
• Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment
• Managing complex procurement projects including business case, options appraisal, tender documentation, tender evaluation and contract award processes
• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures
• Experience of managing risks and reporting
• Supplier Relationship Management, including supplier performance, continuous improvement and management of supplier expectations
• Customer Relationship Management, support to internal clients and delivery of agreed outcomes
• Experience of consistently delivering savings and benefits targets
• Demonstrable Market Analysis to support project decisions business case and options
• Understanding of confidentiality and Data Protection Act
• Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders
• Spend analysis and development of workstreams with identified priorities
• Experience of using e-procurement tools including e-tendering, e-sourcing and reverse auctions
• Experience of creating and managing e-catalogues to facilitate corporate discipline within procurement activity
• Experience of interacting with senior executives, providing advice and guidance on procurement issues

Skills

Essential

• People management skills, able to resolve issues in a positive and productive manner
• Excellent negotiation skills, ability to deliver commercial advantage for the Trust, and resolve contractual disputes in an advantageous manner
• Excellent Commercial awareness, able to spot opportunities and ensure these are exploited to the benefit of the Trust
• Excellent IT skills able to use Microsoft office products to a good standard
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to engage at all levels within the Trust
• Ability to use some informed persuasion to influence others
• Ability to identify risks, anticipate issues, create some solutions to projects and service delivery
• Excellent time management skills able to identify priorities and ability to delegate effectively
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Excellent knowledge of contract law and ability to influence contract documentation to minimize risk for the Trust
• Knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations and experience of managing procurement projects within closely defined processes
• Interpreting national policy for implementation
• Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills

Personal and people development

Essential

• Positive and enthusiastic approach
• Inclusive Team focused supportive approach
• Desire to learn, seeks continuous improvement

Desirable

• Leads by example and inspires others to achieve

Communication

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication Skills , able to engage at all levels within the Trust
• Ability to use visual communication tools such as Microsoft Office Applications

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

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Supplies Dept (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out required vehicle and equipment checks.

Be prepared to work flexibly to ensure patients are moved in a timely, safe and dignified manner

Work within Contract Specific Quality Standards and ensure a high level of customer care (These standards vary from contract to contract and will be available at your base)

Ensure effective communication with the Control Centre, by telephone or electronic means

Transfer patients using equipment and skills specific to individual needs

Provide effective care to patients, appropriate to their requirements using available equipment.

Transport patients safely and considerately this will include pre-planned and ad-hoc journeys.

Ensure patients have a safe, smooth journey, complying with all relevant traffic legislation and driving with consideration for other road users.

Maintain full and accurate records and reports, including Patient Transport Records, Accident Reports, and Incident Reports etc. These may be both paper and electronic.

Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept in states of cleanliness and readiness.

Undertake required training to maintain acceptable standards and quality of care.

Maintain a current valid driving licence.

Adhere to corporate Instructions and Policies, Operational Instructions, Clinical Protocols, Quality Procedures and other verbal or written instructions.

Perform other tasks in keeping with the post as required by supervisory staff and managers.

The above are the core duties and responsibilities. There may be other duties that are required for individual contracts. These will be explained at interview

Person Specification

Base Location

Desirable

• Please state in words the location(s) you wish to be considered for (Wolverhampton, Gravelly or Sandwell)

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of Education minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above to include English or be willing to undertake a level 2 qualification whilst in post within the first 12 months of the role
• Must be willing to undertake any training as required by the Trust.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a public service or customer care environment.
• Experience of driving a variety of vehicles
• Lifting & Handling (manual handling) experience

Visa Status

Essential

• Must be able to work in the UK without the need for a Visa or Sponsorship

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills both verbally & in writing
• Full UK manual driving licence showing no more than 3 penalty points

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

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sandwell PTS

Kelvin Way

West Bromwich

B70 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wmas.nhs.uk/careers-staff-room/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Senior Staff Nurse Band 6

Responsible To: Integrated Nursing Service Lead

Accountable To: Director of Clinical Services

Pay Scale: Agenda for Change

Unsocial hours payment payable dependant on shift pattern

Hours of work: Full time / part time considered. Flexible working.

Internal rotation between day and night shifts (11.5 hour shifts).

Job summary

To work as part of the Integrated Care Team providing symptom management, palliative and end-of-life care, as well as planned and emergency short breaks at the hospice, home and support BCYP in hospitals. The postholder will take on a lead role to support work required to ensure high standards of care are delivered and maintained. The post holder will be required to work a variety of shifts as the hospice provides care services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical

1. To support the team with the implementation of high-quality services including delivering direct care to babies, children, young people and their families, embedding effective and supportive leadership.

1. To co-ordinate the shift/ caseload work, ensuring safe, effective and responsive delivery of individualised care.

1. To provide high quality nursing care for children and young people who have palliative care needs in the hospice and community as required as part of a child led integrated service.

1. To contribute to the care plans and assessments required to ensure the child/young person receives safe and effective care.

1. To be fully conversant with and contribute to all clinical guidelines, policies and procedures of Haven House.

1. To communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to service users, care staff and other members of the team.

1. To work with the education team and further support junior colleagues with accountability for health care support workers.

1. To ensure that safeguarding is embedded in practice and concerns are escalated at the earliest opportunity to the safeguarding lead.

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1. To effectively use the electronic patient record system to ensure accurate and timely data is entered.

1. To demonstrate a professional approach to work and act in accordance the NMC code.

1. To be available to partake in line management of junior staff working towards effective development, wellbeing and progression for each team member.

1. To be part of the senior nurse on call team; rotating to covering on call duties for both planned, unplanned and end of life care.

1. To contribute to the evaluation the service as required ensuring that children, young people and familys views are represented.

2. To work closely in collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams, such as allied health professionals or external stakeholders like schools and social care teams.

3. To be aware of allocated resources and ensure effective time management in own role.

4. To promote good relationships and good working practice across teams.

Clinical Governance

1. To participate in audit, service user feedback collection and research as required.

2. Responsibility in monitoring and maintaining compliance with CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards.

3. To report all clinical and non-clinical incidents and accidents and engage in incident reviews as a learning opportunity in order to improve service.

4. To constructively identify issues with care strategy, policies and procedures in the interests of the organisation and users of the service.

Educational

1. To identify own learning needs and ensure professional development is maintained.

1. To engage in Haven House performance and appraisal system.

1. To contribute to overall staff and service development by updating the evidence base for the team re clinical practice.

1. Education and training of parents/carers to meet the health care needs of their child.

1. Education and training of junior staff and students as required.

Other duties

1. To promote and live the Haven House values of Compassionate, Professional, Respectful and Safe.

2. To work with colleagues across the hospice as part of the Haven House One Team approach fostering collaboration across all care disciplines, ensuring integrated, child-centered care.

3. To conduct yourself in line with the Haven House cultures and behaviours at all times, acting as an ambassador for the hospice.

4. To actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to support achieving an Outstanding rating

5. To offer flexible support for the work of the organisation, with a flexible approach to new duties and responsibilities as needed to support our vision, mission and values.

This job description is not a definitive or exhaustive list of responsibilities but identifies the key responsibilities and tasks of the post holder. The specific objectives of the post holder will be subject to review as part of the individual performance process.

Haven House is committed to Equal Opportunities in Employment and therefore it is our aim to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on grounds of gender, disability, religion, race, colour, sexual orientation, and nationality, ethnic or national origins or is placed at a disadvantage by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Haven House is responsible under the existing equality and diversity legislation to ensure equality issues are promoted and you are expected to work with Haven House to fulfil these obligations, policies and codes of good practice.

Employees must take reasonable care and be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and to ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.

Haven House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN Child / Adult / LD

Desirable

• ENB 998/Teaching/Mentoring qualification
• Palliative Care /Symptom Management in Life Limiting Illness or similar module

Skills

Essential

• Ability to teach clinical skills to young people/parents/ care staff
• Ability to advocate for young adults and their families
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team
• Ability to communicate well with CYP and multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to prioritise workload and to be flexible to changing demands.
• IT/Computer literate: able to word process and use basic spreadsheets
• LTV competent
• Flexible and adaptable at work in order to meet competing priorities

Desirable

• ITechnical paediatric nursing skills such as care of enteral feeding tubes, tracheostomies, emergency medication for seizures etc.
• IV competent
• Parenteral Nutrition competent

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge of Mental Health Capacity and Deprivation of Liberty Assessments or willingness to learn these
• Understanding of a range of conditions that affect CYP including life limiting, life threatening, and end of life care needs.
• Understanding of infection control procedures
• Understanding of personal health and safety responsibilities
• Good understanding of the meaning of clinical supervision/mentoring
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding for CYP

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years Post Registration Paediatric Nursing in an acute setting or similar experience working with babies, children and young adults who have complex health care needs
• Experience of a broad range of nursing needs and e.g., complex needs care, technology dependent child/young person, oncology conditions, post operative care
• Experience of working in a constantly changing environment
• Experience of working in a community or hospice setting
• Experience of working with young adults/teenagers who have complex health conditions

Desirable

• Experience of working independently as well as part of a team
• Experience of caring for children/young people who require end of life support

Equality

Essential

• An understanding of equality within the workforce and how it can impact on this post.
• Ability to recognise inequality and take action to prevent and address inequalities for CYP and their families who use our services.

Other

Desirable

• Car driver and a clean driving licence

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

Haven House Children’s Hospice

Address

The White House

Woodford Green

Essex

IG8 9LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Health Care Assistant with Prometheus you will work alongside skilled mental health and clinical professionals to deliver outstanding care in challenging and varied situations.

You will support the safe transfer of patients in our services including PSS, PCC and Section 136 pathways as well as in hospital bedwatch, mental health units and other specialist environments.

This is hands on, people first work that requires empathy, resilience and professionalism.

• You will communicate with patients and partner organisations, handle sensitive information and respond quickly when situations change.
• You will ensure every patient is treated with dignity and respect regardless of circumstance.
• Providing high quality, compassionate care during patient transfers and in care settings
• Supporting qualified nurses in the safe transfer of patients
• Driving Prometheus ambulances when required
• Responding effectively to crises and emergencies
• Completing clear and accurate documentation in line with procedures
• Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children in accordance with policy
• Maintaining vehicles and equipment to required standards
• Leading a team during informal patient transfers when needed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Qualified to NVQ level 2
• Qualified Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• A full UK driving licence (auto and manual) with fewer than 6 penalty points
• The legal right to work in the UK
• A valid Enhanced DBS
• Physically able to carry out patient care duties including physical intervention when necessary

Desirable

• Experience of working on mental health wards or community
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive and positive attitude, able to work well in a team
• Well organised with good time management
• Experience in a compliance focused role
• Commitment to safeguarding best practice
• Prometheus is proud to be an inclusive employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences.

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

Prometheus Safe and Secure

Address

Warrington

WA2 0XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to a minimum of 1st degree level
• CASE accredited qualification in medical ultrasound
• DQASS or FMF accreditation in 1st trimester screening

Desirable

• MSc or MA
• Qualified Radiographer
• Registered Midwife

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate ultrasound experience
• Participated in Audit Process

Desirable

• Leadership experience
• Experience in facilitation, teaching, assessing, and coaching

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

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Receptionist. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointment system i.e. make / cancel / rearrange appointments via the clinical system

Processing of new and temporary registrations, patient discharges and all associated patient information as required ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Scan patient medical records, results and letters as required.

Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately.

Signpost and support patients to the correct services as advised and/or as per pre-determined pathways.

Ensure patient information is always up to date and accurate.

Greet patients and visitors arriving at the reception desk, ensuring they have checked in. As appropriate ensure support is required in these tasks.

Observe patients and visitors in the waiting room and alert an appropriate member of staff to any concerns or issues. This includes any wellbeing and security concerns.

Ensure the waiting and reception areas are kept tidy and that information displayed is up to date. Updating noticeboards with regular health promotions.

Ensure effective communications, regularly updating the Team Leader of any issues.

Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies.

Always ensure confidentiality and professionalism with patients, visitors and colleagues.

Assist in maintaining the safety of staff, patients and visitors.

Always maintain a clean, tidy and effective working area, ensuring compliance with the Surgerys clear desk policy at the end of each working day. This includes wiping down workstation to maintain infection, prevention and control standards.

Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by colleagues.

Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient and timely manner.

Support colleagues throughout the surgery with general tasks as requested and appropriate

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Receptionist may be requested to:

Partake in audit as directed.

Provide cross cover during planned and unplanned absences.

Arrange and take minutes at meetings as required and appropriate.

Raise orders for surgery consumables such as toners, hand towels etc. as instructed and required.

Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota.

Support the OM with regular premises checks such as fire alarm testing and water testing as required.

From time to time, individuals may be asked to take on tasks or projects outside their core responsibilities. We see this as an opportunity for individuals to broaden their skills, collaborate with different teams, and contribute to our shared success. These additional duties will always be reasonable, aligned with the individuals role, and designed to support both professional growth and the needs of the business.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the public
• Experience of carrying out administrative duties to a high standard
• Experience of delivering excellent customer service

Desirable

• Experience of working within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, with GCSE Mathematics & English (Min of Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in job related subjects such as Customer Service or Business Administration.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Total Triage or a similar IT system
• Working knowledge of EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
• Advanced proficiency with healthcare IT systems and software

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to reliably comute to work without reliance upon public transport.

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

Sharnbrook Surgery

Address

Templars Way

Sharnbrook

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK44 1PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

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Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• NVQ care level 2/3 or willing to work towards
• Skills to manage challenging situations
• Good organisational skills/decision making

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience working in Health or social care setting
• Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• Experience of working in the community
• Previous experience of rehab of elderly/adults

FINANCE/RESOURCES

Essential

• Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Desirable

• Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
• Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
• Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required.
• Demonstrable ability of using tact and diplomacy
• Ability to work autonomously if required
• Willing to work flexibly and proactively with the team, including weekend and bank holiday working
• Good time management skills

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westhaven Hospital

Radipole Lane

Weymouth

DT4 0QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About UsAt Oxfordshire County Council, our Adult Social Care service is motivated by a clear purpose: to help people live independent, meaningful lives supported by highquality, compassionate and professional practice. We value strong leadership at every level and invest in our workforce to ensure that practitioners are supported, developed and empowered to deliver their best work.We are looking for an experienced and motivated Practice Supervisor to join our Adult Social Care service and play a key role in leading practice, supporting staff and ensuring consistently high standards for the people we serve.About the RoleAs a Practice Supervisor, you will be accountable for the quality of social work practice across our team. You will provide professional supervision, guidance and leadership to social workers, occupational therapists, co-ordinators and students, supporting their development while ensuring compliance with legislation, policies and procedures. You will model strengthbased, personcentred practice and create a supportive and reflective learning environment.You will hold responsibility for overseeing complex casework, including safeguarding enquiries, Mental Capacity Act work and courtrelated activity, offering professional oversight and challenge where required. The role includes chairing Best Interest meetings and strategy meetings, acting as Safeguarding Manager when appropriate, and contributing to service improvement through quality assurance activity such as audits and performance management.Alongside practice leadership, you will support the effective management of the service by allocating work, managing demand and prioritisation, and authorising the use of financial resources within agreed delegation, ensuring responsible use of public funds. You will work closely with Team Managers and deputise when required, contributing to operational decisionmaking and continuous improvement. The role also supports recruitment and retention activity and uses data and insight to strengthen practice and performance.About YouYou will hold a recognised professional qualification in social work and be registered with the relevant professional body. You will bring substantial experience of working in statutory adult social care, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983.You will have experience of supervising and developing others, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge, professional guidance and motivational leadership. You will be calm under pressure, adaptable and solutionfocused, with strong communication and decisionmaking skills. An understanding of budget management and the ability to balance risk, resources and outcomes is essential.You will be committed to strengthbased practice, professional development and continuous improvement. Postqualifying training such as Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Approved Mental Health Professional, or a willingness to work towards one of these, is desirable.Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If this is applicable to you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel.Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and InclusionAt Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview SchemesAs a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.Our commitment to: SafeguardingOxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.Our commitment to: Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Oxford

OX28 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We are looking for a Support Workers to join our team at the Cygnet Manor.

Cygnet Manor is a high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and who may have behaviours that challenge.

Your Day-to-Day

Youll be working 42 hours a week in Manor with high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and who may have behaviours that challenge.

You will be required to work a mixture of days and nights.

£13.15 per hour Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents Provide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required Safeguard Maintain a safe and clean environment for allYou are

Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator and a good team player Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Helping to empower & support service user independence.Why Cygnet? Well offer you

An opening to unde rtake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Recruitment referrals Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advicePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

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

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Shirebrook

NG20 8BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Person specification

Essential

• Experience of direct adult patient care in Health/social care setting
• Evidence of Team working abilities
• Proven ability to work unsupervised
• Relevant clinical competencies eg Measuring Vital Signs, catheter care, personal care, Documentation.
• Awareness of issues surrounding diversity and anti-discriminatory practice

Desirable

• Evidence of continuous personal development Knowledge of safeguarding Understanding of Deprivation of Liberty
• Knowledge of Health and Safety 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hillingdon Hospital

Pield Heath Road

Hillingdon

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Job Title:Domestics Team Member

Reports To:Catering and Domestics Manager

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work as part of a team to maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the Hospice

CORE TASKS:

• Ensure that Hospice policies, procedures and standards are adhered to at all times; with particular regard to those concerning confidentiality, information governance, health and safety, and infection control.

• General cleaning of both clinical and non-clinical areas according to Hospice cleaning schedules.

• Other cleaning duties including carpet and upholstery shampooing as required.

• Dispose of waste including clinical material into designated bins.

• Ensure that effective health and safety procedures are implemented and maintained and any risks to patients/staff safety are highlighted for action.

• Apply infection control measures ensuring that any risk associated with the prevention and control of infections are reported immediately.

• Ensure the correct storage, handling and utilisation of Hospice equipment and supplies.

• Process the ordering of cleaning materials.

• Maintain patient confidentiality and dignity at all times.

• Communicate effectively with service users and Hospice colleagues.

• Complete mandatory training.

• Contribute to team meetings.

This document is intended to convey an outline of the post and the post-holders . responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Cleaning experience either in a working environment or with any outside organisation / group

Desirable

• Previous hospital/NHS experience

Equal Opportunities

Essential

• To have an understanding of, and an ability to promote and implement equal opportunities

Disposition/Attitude

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

Circumstances

Essential

• Work shifts over 7 days including weekends and bank holidays

Practical/Intellectual skills

Essential

• Manual dexterity for moving equipment and cleaning
• Ability to understand and act on instructions
• Ability to work on own initiative

Desirable

• Knowledge of health and safety
• Knowledge of cleaning materials and cleaning equipment

Qualifications

Essential

• No formal qualifications required

Health and Physical

Essential

• Good attendance record

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

Pendleside Hospice

Address

Colne Road

Reedley

Burnley

Lancashire

BB10 2LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Person Specification

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Strong written communication

Desirable

• IT skills

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable hospital care experience
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R and IRR legislation

Desirable

• Experience within an acute hospital setting
• Knowledge of current NHS issues

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Bsc (Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent
• Full state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Record of current CPD activity

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 5 GCSE / O Level including english

Desirable

• Admin NVQ level

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Previous experience in administration

Desirable

• Experience of working in NHS/Public sector

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the Clinical/Counselling psychologists within the base service. Where required, to prepare and deliver high quality psychological interventions under supervision, either individually or in groups. Where required, to offer high quality psychological assessments following instructions appropriate to the assessment tools/processes. To gather and organise information about clinical notes, relevant psychological interventions and clinical tools for use by other staff.To work alongside other team members and ensure close liaison and communication within teams.To work at level of autonomy appropriate to a Band 4 Assistant Psychologist. Goals to be agreed and reviewed in clinical/management supervision.To maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times when working with distressed people.To maintain clinical records, databases and other professional records as appropriate.

Please see the Job Description, Personal Specification, and Key Local Information attached.

Person Specification

Essential Qualfications and Experience

Essential

• Psychology degree 2:1 and Eligibility for BPS accreditation
• Experience of working within Mental Health services , either paid or voluntary.
• Experience of carrying out research, audits or service evaluations

Desirable

• Introductory training in a psychological therapy

Skills & experience

Essential

• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff
• Self-awareness and emotional resilience
• Word processing and other IT skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or care role.
• Experience of working with diversity.
• Audit or research experience.

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel for work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

South Glos MINT Team

Kingswood Civic Centre, High Street

Bristol

BS15 9TR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• To have significant experience of working with patients with musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience working within the NHS
• Can demonstrate relevant/varied post-graduate experience across a variety of clinical areas at Band 5 level

Desirable

• Member of a professional body and/or specific interest group

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Theoretical knowledge and applied clinical practice in the assessment and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal conditions
• Competent IT skills to use electronic patient records and other Trust systems
• Timekeeping, planning and prioritisation skills
• Evidence of MDT working
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills
• Good understanding of the structure, policies, priorities and format of the NHS
• Fluent in written and verbal English
• Knowledge of relevant national guidelines and standards
• Demonstrates analyitcal skills and judgment when dealing with the therapy management of complex patients

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Achieved or willing to work towards relevant Post-Graduate qualification/training

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to work under their own initiative
• Committed to excellent patient care
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Ability to respond to unpredictable work patterns on a frequent basis, eg working to deadlines, interruptions
• Efficient prioritisation of complex workload/time management
• Ability to work across professional boundaries

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

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tees Community Outpatient Physiotherapy

One Life Building, Linthorpe Road

Middlesbrough

TS1 3QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Numeracy and literacy to GCSE standard

Desirable

• Spirometry Certification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Background knowledge in Respiratory and/or Sleep Medicine
• Experience of being in a demanding environment with changing priorities.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mid and South Essex (Basildon Hospital)

Cardiothoracic Centre Level A, Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Fore more details information about the duties of this post, please refer to the job description attached to the advert.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Competent PC skills
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality

Desirable

• Knowledge of Department of Health Code of Practice for Records Management
• oWorking knowledge of Electronic Document Management (EDM)

Experience

Essential

• Good organisational skills

Desirable

• oExperience of working collaboratively with third party (external companies)
• oExperience of retention of health records
• oPrevious hospital experience
• o12 months clerical experience

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• oGeneral level of education to GCSE level standard

key Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Accuracy / spelling / numeric ability
• Telephone / customer care skills
• oGood organisational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park Rd

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We are looking for a Registered Mental Health Nurse RMN/RNLD to join our team at Cygnet Kewstoke.

Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke provides emergency admissions services for men and women, and a pathway for women to rehabilitation including a specialist service for personality disorder.

Salary £24.11 per hour

38.5 hours per week

Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments and observations

Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, and improve quality

Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing

Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives and other healthcare professionals.

Administer prescribed medicines with Healthcare procedure and Healthcare Commission guidelines.

You are

Open, compassionate, honest & resilient

Newly Qualified or Experienced RMN with a current Pin Number

Capable to maintain documentation and undertake audits

Well informed of the Mental Health Act 1983 & have an understanding of latest nursing practices

Able to deputise in a clinical lead role

Focused on patient recovery to monitor, manage & reduce risk

Helping to empower & support service user independence.

Why Cygnet

Well offer you

Strong career progression opportunities within the region, including into management roles

RCNi membership

Monthly reflective practice, support with revalidation & CPD opportunities

Expert clinical supervision & peer support

Employee referral scheme

50% of NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings.

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

What next

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

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

weston super mare

BS22 9UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• Basic numeracy and language skills

Desirable

• Phlebotomy training certificate
• Transfusion Pre-sampling certificate
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Language skills

Desirable

• Welsh speaker (Level 1)

Experience

Essential

• Previous phlebotomy experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a clinical environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Prince Philip Hospital

Bryngwyn Mawr

Llanelli

SA14 8QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Carry out ADHD diagnostic assessments for children who have a learning disability.
• To provide a high quality community nursing service to adults and children who have a learning disability within the North Tyneside area.
• To work across Primary and secondary healthcare services to ensure equality of access for those with learning disabilities.
• To work with other agencies and services (statutory and non-statutory) to ensure equality of access for those with a learning disability and facilitate effective communication between clients and other agencies.
• To provide community nursing support to adults and children who have behavioural/mental health problems. Support the design and implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans to provide intensive, proactive support and crisis intervention to patients, carers and care providers to prevent/ reduce admission to in-patient units and to maintain community placements.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Professional Registration

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• R.N.M.H/R.N.L.D. Qualification
• Mentorship Qualification or relevant equivalent qualification (essential requirement for post, expectation this will be completed within an 18 month period).
• Advanced Practice with specialist knowledge in the provision of care for people with learning disabilities (BSc, Diploma or relevant portfolio to this level)

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Previous commensurate experience at a minimum of Band 5 or above.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Experience of working with people who present with challenging behaviour as well as experience of working within an PBS framework.
• Experience of multi-agency working
• Experience working with children and adults
• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods
• Experience of working in a community setting.

Other requirements

Essential

• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Community Learning Disability Team

Wallsend Health Centre

The Green, Wallsend

NE28 7PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

To learn more about The Humber Health Partnership and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/

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

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

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

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of education/GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience

Occupational Experience

Essential

• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Experience of using full range of IT systems and patient data systems
• Experience of scheduling appointments
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS
• Experience of using digital dictation systems
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Diana Princess Of Wales Hospital

Scartho Road

Grimsby

DN33 2BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• A recognised Occupational Therapist professional qualification
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Desirable

• oTrained as a Practice Educator with experience of managing learners in the work place.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in clinical practice, holding a range of experience within a variety of settings
• Manage a defined caseload of service users with occupational needs using evidence based, service user centred, health promotion and relapse prevention orientated principles and practice
• Experience of clinical risk management and complex clients

Desirable

• Experience of being involved in service developments or audits

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge in the application of relevant OT theoretical models, and approaches relevant to service user group.
• Ability to make decisions and work co-operatively as part of an inter-professional team

Desirable

• Computer literate. Able to use Microsoft products including Teams, e-mail, Word, Excel and access Internet resources

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

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Eastern and Coastal Offices, St Martins Hospital

Littlebourne Road

Canterbury

CT1 1TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.

We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.

Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.

Person Specification

Application Completion

Essential

• ALL sections of application form FULLY completed

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent)
• GPhC Registration
• Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent experience)

Desirable

• Further qualification in the field.
• Non-medical prescribing qualification

Skills, Experience & knowledge

Essential

• Significant experience in hospital Pharmacy (or equivalent relevant experience)
• Dispensary/Clinical experience
• Evidence of on-going personal CPD
• Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment.

Desirable

• Educational supervisor/ Line management experience
• Experience working within the speciality

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Show knowledge in health and safety issues (for example, good infection prevention and control)
• Follows evidence based practice
• Good communication - verbal/written
• Be able to work on own initiative
• Works well with in a team
• Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality
• Participate in standard setting and research projects
• Evidence showing clinical and professional development
• To be able to plan, assess, evaluate and implement patient care
• Ability to prioritise care associated with changing environment/patient demands
• Facilitate learning of others.
• Professional attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise.
• Good organisational skills.
• Evidence of ability to monitor compliance with Procedures and Protocols.
• Computer literacy.

Special Attributes and other

Essential

• Shows motivation in developing new skills
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
• Flexible and reliable

Other Requirements

Essential

• Good time keeper
• Ability to work from both hospital sites as required to meet the demands of the service

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

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in administration and administrative work
• Experience of working co-operatively within a team
• Experience of organising own day to day work and adjusting priorities in response to the needs of others.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• IT proficiency: Strong computer skills are crucial, especially in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Typing experience and skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of RiO patient record systems

Training, Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and maths.

Desirable

• A college course (or equivalent) in administration

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

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Britton House

Gillingham High Street

Gillingham

ME7 1AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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