Job summary

The Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team is a pivotal service whose main focus is to offer an alternative to an inpatient admission and provide intensive treatment as required within the community. The service will also ensure effective gatekeeping of all service users referred to the service for admission to Hospital. The service will operate on an outreach basis with the majority of assessments taking place in non-Hospital environments.

We are currently recruiting a Community Support worker for the Teignbridge CRHTT.

The post holder will be an active member of the integrated multi-disciplinary team (MDT), providing a 24-hour community-based Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Service as an alternative to hospital admission.

As part of a MDT, the Community Support Worker is a pivotal role in shaping, implementing and facilitating interventions for individuals with a diverse mental health needs within the community.

Under the direction and leadership of a qualified Mental Health Professional, the team are responsible for:

• Deliver a collaborative care plan with specific home interventions and goals.
• Offer crisis resolution as an alternative to hospital admission, available 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year.
• Serve as the gatekeeper for inpatient hospital beds.
• Conduct initial in-person follow-up after hospital discharge

Main duties of the job

• Provide responsive, person-centred support to individuals experiencing mental health crisis in the community.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, social workers, and peer support workers.
• Deliver practical and emotional support to service users, promoting recovery, safety, and wellbeing.
• Assist in crisis de-escalation and safety planning, both face-to-face and via telephone support.
• Support service users to access appropriate services, including housing, benefits, and community resources.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with Trust policies and procedures.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and training to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of care and support.
• Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of the crisis pathway.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role.

Candidate Note: If you choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in completing your application, please ensure that all responses accurately represent your own experience, skills, and suitability for the role. It is essential that your application remains authentic and truthful. We also encourage you to review the guidance attached before submission.

If you require a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK you are advised to review the "Coming to work in the UK Visa Information" link in the supporting links section to ensure this role and your current circumstances meet the requirements for sponsorship

If you would like to discuss the certificate of sponsorship and whether your current circumstances meet the requirement for sponsorship email [email protected] for further advice

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous employment / experience of working with people in a caring situation or previous experience working in a different role within mental health services
• Extensive experience of working within Mental Health settings. Experience of delivering crisis interventions
• Awareness of safeguarding principles.
• Experience of working within a MDT.
• Excellent IT skills
• Experience of working autonomously.
• Experience of monitoring Physical Health

Desirable

• Experience of working within psychiatric inpatient environments. Experience of working within Crisis Services

Mobility

Essential

• This role involves frequent travel across Devon, including to locations not well served by public transport. Applicants must be able to meet these travel requirements reliably. Access to suitable transport will be necessary and candidates will need to independently use appropriate arrangements (e.g. access to a vehicle).

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Able to plan work, time management, completing records and recording observations etc.
• To take leadership and direction from qualified staff.
• To participate in unsupervised tasks and provide accurate feedback to relevant parties.
• Ability and awareness to maintain personal boundaries
• Problem Solving Skills
• Ability to travel to multiple locations (as required) throughout the trust.

Qualifications

Essential

• To complete the Care Certificate within the first 6 months of employment unless already obtained or evidence of equivalent agreed and signed off by the appointing manager at interview.
• Basic Education

Desirable

• NVQ level 3, QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.
• Qualified in Phlebotomy
• Other evidence of training or development relevant to working within a mental health setting.

Job summary

We are looking for a Physiotherapist with excellent communication skills to join the Physiotherapy team at Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust. You will be based at Darent Valley Hospital. Rotations will include intensive care, stroke, acute medicine/respiratory and orthopaedics, MSK outpatients, 7 day working in an Integrated Discharge team and a rehabilitation role at an off-site unit.

A professional attitude is essential along with the skills to work in a busy acute setting. The post is for a qualified Physiotherapist.

Essential experience required:

BSc or equivalent in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration or shortly pending for new graduates

Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Evidence of clinical placements in core areas.

Informal visits will be available to shortlisted candidates only.

For further information and an informal discussion about the post please contact Stuart Waterman ([email protected])

Working days and or shift patterns will be agreed by the line manager to meet the needs of the service.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

To participate in the four-monthly rotation which involves working across the Trust in a range of ward and department settings.

To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service in each speciality including services in orthopaedics, neurology, medicine, including care of the elderly, surgery and ITU, out-patients and hydrotherapy and respiratory care, integrated discharge team and Acute Frailty Unit

To take part in the teaching programme of each unit and the service to further own level of knowledge and clinical skills.

To be an effective team member within each speciality and support the relevant senior/superintendent physiotherapist.

To promote the role of physiotherapy within the inter-professional team, and ensure that good communication exists with the medical, nursing and other professional staff.

When on rotation working with the admission services to work to provide care across a 7 day service delivering care 08:00 - 20:00

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description for this post details the main responsibilities for this band 5 physiotherapy post

The specific responsibilities are divided into

Clinical Responsibilities

Managerial Responsibilities

Professional Responsibilities

Educational and Development Responsibilities

There are also some General Trust responsibilities detailed as part of the role

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING

Essential

• HPCP registration
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• BSc or equivalent in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Evidence of clinical placements in core areas
• Previous related work experience/ voluntary work

Desirable

• Clinical placement in paediatrics

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of professional practice including new research
• Knowledge of the legal responsibilities of the profession.
• Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
• Awareness of clinical governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues.
• Ability to organise and prioritise caseload.
• Able to keep accurate and legible patient records
• Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety and meet differing needs of the patients.
• Able to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve in clinical situation.
• Evidence of taking initiative

Desirable

• Evidence of undertaking specific responsibilities.
• Experience of delegating tasks to support workers/physiotherapy assistants
• IT skills
• Presentation skills

Additional information

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).

Job summary

RRIC: join our team

Our innovative Rapid Response & Intermediate Care service works across Buckinghamshire - and we need you to join our Aylesbury Team

• Your mission: To provide expert interventions and rehabilitation as part of a dynamic, tight-knit team that reacts quickly when people are in crisis.
• Your aim: To help patients stay in their own home, empowering recovery and preventing unnecessary hospitalisation. You will also support early discharge from hospital and patients at the end of life.
• Your role: Add your expertise to our multi-disciplinary community team working with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Specialist Paramedics, Paramedics, Pharmacists, Community Healthcare Assistant Practitioners or Healthcare Assistants.
• Who are we?We are part of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, based in 7 locations across the county, including a North and a South Urgent Community Response Squad. Together we operate as one collaborating with colleagues across all sectors of health and social care.
• Who are you?If you are committed to excellence, motivated by developing your clinical skills, driven by being at the cutting edge of healthcare delivery and thrive as part of a team

Disclaimer: The trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications and therefore early submission is recommended.

Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

Your main duties include:

• Providing triage, comprehensive specialist assessment, review and evaluation of the needs of patients and carers using your OT skills and experience
• Being responsible for planning programmes of care to promote health gain and maximise independence, actively case managing patients through their journeys
• Allocating appropriate workloads to members of the Rapid Response & Intermediate Care (RRIC) team
• Working with a range of professionals in order to ensure care is appropriate and delivered in a timely manner.Demonstrating professional skills and competence in leadership, care planning / co-ordination, and care and treatment delivery.Support the development of clinical pathway

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum - pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

434-CR8180290-D

Job locations

Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Registered Healthcare Professional with HCPC or RCN registration - Physiotherapist Occupational Therapist Nurse
• Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Nursing Paramedic Science
• Experience of recent Continuous Professional Development.
• Relevant post graduate clinical training e.g. Advanced History Taking & Assessment
• Long Term Conditions Respiratory Disease Cardiac Disease Trauma, Orthopaedics & End of Life

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Demonstrate experience post or pre- registration placements in relevant clinical areas for therapists:- Care of Elderly; Orthopaedics; Neurology; Respiratory; Palliative Care; Long term conditions
• Experience of working in an NHS community/in-patient setting for a minimum of 2 years post registration
• In depth experience of working within multi-agency/multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working with NHS or Adult Social Care single assessment process

Desirable

• Experience of electronic clinical systems
• Experience participating in research or audit project.
• Experience of day-to-day staff management e.g. case allocation to Health Care Assistants

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Demonstrate profession specific 3 Application Form & Interview clinical assessment planning delivery and evaluation skills
• Ability to motivate staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Self-Awareness

Desirable

• Ability to manage complex cases
• Ability to develop and maintain partnership working
• Knowledge of legal requirement for working with vulnerable adults and those who lack capacity
• Knowledge of modernisation agenda within the NHS and social care
• Report writing skills
• IT Skills
• Teaching patients, carers, and colleagues

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Valid and current UK driving licence and car with Business Insurance to be able to travel to locations throughout Buckinghamshire

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Registered Healthcare Professional with HCPC or RCN registration - Physiotherapist Occupational Therapist Nurse Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Nursing Paramedic Science Experience of recent Continuous Professional Development. Relevant post graduate clinical training e.g. Advanced History Taking & Assessment Long Term Conditions Respiratory Disease Cardiac Disease Trauma, Orthopaedics & End of Life EXPERIENCE Essential Demonstrate experience post or pre- registration placements in relevant clinical areas for therapists:- Care of Elderly; Orthopaedics; Neurology; Respiratory; Palliative Care; Long term conditions Experience of working in an NHS community/in-patient setting for a minimum of 2 years post registration In depth experience of working within multi-agency/multi-disciplinary team Experience of working with NHS or Adult Social Care single assessment process Desirable Experience of electronic clinical systems Experience participating in research or audit project. Experience of day-to-day staff management e.g. case allocation to Health Care Assistants SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Demonstrate profession specific 3 Application Form & Interview clinical assessment planning delivery and evaluation skills Ability to motivate staff Excellent written and verbal communication skills Presentation skills Self-Awareness Desirable Ability to manage complex cases Ability to develop and maintain partnership working Knowledge of legal requirement for working with vulnerable adults and those who lack capacity Knowledge of modernisation agenda within the NHS and social care Report writing skills IT Skills Teaching patients, carers, and colleagues SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Valid and current UK driving licence and car with Business Insurance to be able to travel to locations throughout Buckinghamshire

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).

Additional information 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

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, patient care is at the heart of everything we do.

The post holder will provide operational and accounting support across the Trust's sales ledger, income collection and Hampshire Hospitals Charity functions. They will process sales orders, support debt recovery and credit memo activity, analyse aged debt and income collection performance, maintain accurate customer and transaction records, and contribute to effective financial control and reporting.

The post holder will undertake day-to-day and month-end accounting for charitable funds, including processing income and expenditure, preparing reconciliations, maintaining fund and authorised signatory records, producing monthly management accounts and reports, responding to finance enquiries, and supporting year-end accounts and audit requirements.

The role requires a well-organised and customer-focused individual who can manage competing deadlines, investigate and resolve queries, apply financial controls and maintain clear audit trails across both areas.

Main duties of the job

Sales Ledger and Income Collection

o Process accurate and authorised Trust sales orders, resolving customer, coding, invoicing and system queries with relevant teams.

o Monitor and progress aged debt, disputes, credit memos and unresolved ledger items, escalating issues and supporting debtor performance targets.

o Provide guidance and identify improvements to income collection processes, controls, systems and reporting.

Charitable Funds Accounting

o Process charitable income, expenditure, journals and finance enquiries, maintaining accurate fund, signatory and accounting records.

o Complete the month end close, prepare management accounts and complete monthly reconciliations, investigating variances and differences.

o Prepare VAT exemption certificates

o Support the year-end accounts and audit with working papers, evidence and query responses.

Financial Controls, Systems and Team Support

o Support Oracle Fusion implementation through data validation, testing, documentation, user guidance and go-live activity.

o Maintain effective records, handovers, procedures and audit trails, working within Trust and Charity financial controls and contributing to service improvements.

About us

Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.

We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.

The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.

Your Next Career Move Made Easier:

We understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contact Southern Housing on 02080 360017

Job description

Job responsibilities

Sales Ledger and Income Collection

Raise and process sales orders across the Trust and Charity ledgers, ensuring requests are complete, accurately coded, appropriately authorised and supported by the required customer information and documentation.

Liaise with NHS Shared Business Services (SBS), budget holders and operational teams to resolve customer setup, invoicing, coding, contact and system-related issues.

Monitor debt recovery and dunning activity, maintain clear records of follow-up actions, and escalate overdue balances, disputes, non-responses and service issues within agreed timescales.

Investigate outstanding credit memos and unresolved ledger items, obtaining the information and approvals required to complete corrective action.

Provide advice and guidance to budget holders and operational teams on invoicing requirements, income coding, debt recovery and supporting documentation.

Proactively review and progress aged debt, working with relevant stakeholders to resolve outstanding balances and support achievement of the Trusts debtor performance targets.

Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to income collection controls, procedures, system configuration and reporting.

Charitable Funds Accounting

Monitor the Charity finance mailbox and respond to routine enquiries from the fundraising team, fund managers, suppliers and other stakeholders.

Process and post charitable income, expenditure, journals and other transactions accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Complete the monthly close for Hampshire Hospitals Charity and produce accurate monthly management accounts and reports, including review of transactions, balances and material variances, for distribution to the fundraising team and fund managers.

Prepare reconciliations for charity bank, investment, control and intercompany balances, investigating differences and escalating unresolved items.

Maintain charity funds, authorised signatory records, distribution lists and accounting system data.

Prepare VAT exemption certificates for eligible charity purchases in accordance with agreed procedures and seek advice on non-routine cases.

Assist with year-end charitable funds working papers, statutory accounts support, audit evidence and responses to internal and external audit queries.

Financial Controls, Systems and Team Support

Contribute to the successful implementation of Oracle Fusion by supporting data preparation and validation, system and user-acceptance testing, process readiness, issue identification and escalation, procedure documentation, user guidance, transition activities and go-live support.

Maintain accurate records, clear handovers and supporting documentation to ensure continuity of service.

Follow Standing Financial Instructions, Trust policies, charity procedures and audit requirements, highlighting control weaknesses or recurring issues.

Contribute to process improvement, system development and documentation of working procedures across the roles areas.

Person Specification

Prior role experience

Essential

• Sales ledger experience
• Transaction processing experience
• Reconciliations experience

Desirable

• Management accounts experience
• System implementation/change management

Technical experience

Essential

• Finance Qualification or actively studying

Desirable

• Oracle experience

Skills

Essential

• Communication and stakeholder management
• Analytical ability

Desirable

• Problem solving experience

Job summary

The Therapy Assistant Practitioner will provide general and specific care to adults, as specified below, and will be proficient and competent to work across therapy disciplines. The worker will be flexible and prepared to work as part of a dynamic team, willing to support the MDT and to adapt their approach to meet the needs of patients putting patients at the heart of what they do.

To be an integral member of the Hub Bed and Chartridge Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), providing prompt delivery of therapy interventions and equipment to patients, in liaison with senior staff, which support improving a patient's function and discharge home.

To take responsibility for designated elements of the patient treatment protocols and delivery of such treatments in patients within their current location (Hub Bed Care Home, ward and occasionally patients own homes)

To acts as a technical resource in relations to the provision of mobility equipment.

Main duties of the job

Deliver therapy interventions within the clinical setting within set protocols and within the scope of the Therapy Assistant Practitioner role.

To undertake assessment of appropriate patients following signed off competencies and only on appropriate delegation by the supervising Therapist.

Deliver high standards of care, manage a defined caseload, plan and set up reviews and deliver individual programmes without direct supervision following signed off competencies and on appropriate delegation by the supervising Therapist

Provide therapeutic intervention including exercise prescription or identified task practice to support reductions in service needs and improvements in function and to be able review and progress as able.

To assess for and fit, adjust, demonstrate and operate equipment to assist the patient to gain maximum independence following appropriate training and competency sign off. To review equipment, use and feedback to the Therapist.

Where appropriate and as part of Therapy sessions, assist patients in maintaining their personal hygiene, including oral hygiene, grooming and dressing needs with respects for culture and religious needs, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times. Enable and assist the patient as directed or outlined within the patient's goal planning progress plan appropriate to their ability and condition.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

434-CR8046028-B

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Countywide

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma or equivalent
• Commit to undertaking Foundation Degree and any associated training once available

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEGDGE

Essential

• Good knowledge of the audit process
• Collaborate with multiprofessional service users, internal and external at all levels
• Able to motivate self and be able to work with all levels of staff
• Ability to work well in a team and independently
• Able to accept and undertake responsibility for designated tasks
• General computer skills
• Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multidisciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English)
• Demonstrate good organisational skills
• Demonstrate insight into the importance of maintaining a safe working environment.
• Ability to learn/ability to selfinitiate learning (evidence within the last 2 years)
• Awareness of Health & Safety issues and policies
• Able to know own limitation and seek advice
• Able to complete tasks set, follow instructions
• Flexible and adaptable in approach to work
• Able to undertake manual handling tasks
• Physical ability and endurance work in the physical environment of the clinical area required by this post
• Positive attitude
• Flexibility and adaptable to changing needs of the service
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to act as an effective role model

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Significant experience working within a patient facing environment with a reablement/ rehabilitation focus
• Previous experience working with patients with physical, cognitive or behavioural impairment

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Valid and current driving licence and car to be able to travel to locations throughout Buckinghamshire

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma or equivalent Commit to undertaking Foundation Degree and any associated training once available SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEGDGE Essential Good knowledge of the audit process Collaborate with multiprofessional service users, internal and external at all levels Able to motivate self and be able to work with all levels of staff Ability to work well in a team and independently Able to accept and undertake responsibility for designated tasks General computer skills Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multidisciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English) Demonstrate good organisational skills Demonstrate insight into the importance of maintaining a safe working environment. Ability to learn/ability to selfinitiate learning (evidence within the last 2 years) Awareness of Health & Safety issues and policies Able to know own limitation and seek advice Able to complete tasks set, follow instructions Flexible and adaptable in approach to work Able to undertake manual handling tasks Physical ability and endurance work in the physical environment of the clinical area required by this post Positive attitude Flexibility and adaptable to changing needs of the service Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Ability to act as an effective role model EXPERIENCE Essential Significant experience working within a patient facing environment with a reablement/ rehabilitation focus Previous experience working with patients with physical, cognitive or behavioural impairment SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Valid and current driving licence and car to be able to travel to locations throughout Buckinghamshire

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

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Countywide

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Countywide

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you dedicated to providing outstanding CT imaging services to patients? Are you ready to be part of a team where innovation is most welcome? Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital have such an opportunity for you in our CT department. The department has dedicated specialist lists which include CT colonography, cardiac, angiograms and interventional radiology procedures. The CTC list is radiographer led with a CTC reporting radiographer.

We have recently been through a departmental refurbishment and installation of 3 new state of the art Canon CT scanners as part of the Radiology Managed Service contract.

Main duties of the job

HHFT supports specialist services for rare and complex illnesses for patients from across the UK, including liver cancer, colorectal cancer and pseudomyxoma peritonei. We undertake a wide variety of CT imaging examinations to complement these specialities including body imaging, CT colonography and Cardiac CT. We also perform a wide range of vascular, oncological, MSK, trauma and neurological studies.

Therefore, with the expansion of Radiology services over the next few years and enhanced scope of practice available, this is an ideal opportunity to expand your portfolio.

We welcome applications from experienced CT radiographers with effective leadership skills who have a proactive approach to providing outstanding care for every patient. Ideal candidates will be a well organised team player with great clinical knowledge, good communication skills, with the ability to prioritise ever-changing worklists. Excellent working knowledge of CT and patient safety is essential with the ability to participate in our extended day and weekend service.

HHFT is proud to have achieved commendations in relation to patient care and access including being awarded a CQC rating of 'good' overall with an 'outstanding' for care.

About us

Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.

We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.

The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.

Your Next Career Move Made Easier - Accommodation May Be Offered

We understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contact Southern Housing on 02080 360017

Job description

Job responsibilities

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered. Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• IV Cannulation/Drug administration Certificate
• Post graduate training

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• NHS radiographic experience
• Evidence of mandatory training
• Sound clinical knowledge
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R

Desirable

• NHS CT
• Knowledge of current NHS policies/guideline
• PACS and RIS experience
• Previous additional responsibilities

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Communication - able to proactively and effectively communicate with colleagues, medical staff, patients and relatives
• Ability to work as a team member
• Able to take responsibility
• Able to manage resources effectively
• Ability to react well in stressful or unpleasant situations
• Able to assist with patient manual handling (e.g. pat slides)

Desirable

• Audit experience

Other

Essential

• Professional attitude
• Flexible with working hours
• String commitment to high quality customer focused patient services

Desirable

• Out of hours experience
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritise workload out of hours

Additional information

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).

Job summary

Moorfields Eye Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic Orthoptists to join the team working at it's Croydon University Hospital site.

The role is to be the sole lead in screening, diagnosing and managing acute visual symptoms in newly diagnosed stroke patients at Croydon University Hospital and to be lead specialist in all issues relating to stroke/acquired brain injury patients and their rehabilitation.

The service has a full complement of ophthalmic sub-specialty services, optometry and orthoptic lead, and orthoptic only clinics. We support student clinical placements and wider educational delivery.

Main duties of the job

The main clinic duties include:

• As an autonomous practitioner to be legally and professionally responsible and accountable for the management of patients in the Orthoptic clinic.
• To be the Lead Specialist Orthoptist in referral, treatment, management and discharge of all patients in the Orthoptic Stroke Service.
• To attend regular ward rounds with Neurologists, screening suitable patients who would benefit from Orthoptic input and organise suitable times for their assessments.
• Work as a MDT team member and autonomous practitioner in Orthoptic service.

The main administrative duties include:

• To take sole responsibility for all specialist tasks relating to the Orthoptic Stroke Service, including:
• Maintenance of the appointment system, ensuring that all patients are appointed in a timely manner, in accordance with the Care Pathway (including updating the Stroke Service Database following each clinic, acting as a failsafe mechanism).
• Ensure that communication is upheld with the patient and all colleagues involved in the patient's care i.e. Stroke Physicians, GP's and Occupational Therapists.
• To carry out routine administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the service, including operation of the records and appointments systems.
• To liaise with the Lead Orthoptist to achieve adequate clinic profiling.

About us

What's in it for You?

At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:

o Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)o Membership of the NHS Pension Schemeo 24/7 independent counselling supporto Career-long learning and development opportunitieso Excellent transport connectionso Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full support and training to develop your skills

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum, pro rata incl HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

273-DS-8368218

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Clinic Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The main duties are listed as above but also include:

• To assess, diagnose, treat, continually review and discharge Orthoptic patients at Moorfields Eye Hospital and its satellite clinics, as appropriate. This will include the instillation of eye drops using the agreed PGD or as required by the Ophthalmologist. The patients may be children or adults and may have special needs such as learning difficulties or visual impairment.
• To undertake the highly skilled assessment of very young babies with sight defects, children and adults with special needs or those who may be severely mentally, physically or educationally disabled.
• To individually and/or in conjunction with colleagues, formulate individualised treatment plans for children and adults, including instruction for courses of home treatment as appropriate.
• To provide condition related information to patients, relatives and other medical staff. (Sometimes of a sensitive or complex nature) Undertake sensitive discussion with patients/guardians regarding poor vision (i.e. partial sight). For example in the specialist area, communicating to patients that they will no longer be able to drive due to their sight problems.

Job description Job responsibilities The main duties are listed as above but also include: To assess, diagnose, treat, continually review and discharge Orthoptic patients at Moorfields Eye Hospital and its satellite clinics, as appropriate. This will include the instillation of eye drops using the agreed PGD or as required by the Ophthalmologist. The patients may be children or adults and may have special needs such as learning difficulties or visual impairment. To undertake the highly skilled assessment of very young babies with sight defects, children and adults with special needs or those who may be severely mentally, physically or educationally disabled. To individually and/or in conjunction with colleagues, formulate individualised treatment plans for children and adults, including instruction for courses of home treatment as appropriate. To provide condition related information to patients, relatives and other medical staff. (Sometimes of a sensitive or complex nature) Undertake sensitive discussion with patients/guardians regarding poor vision (i.e. partial sight). For example in the specialist area, communicating to patients that they will no longer be able to drive due to their sight problems.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or degree in Orthoptics
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Completion of online STARS modules (Core competencies and Advancing modules)
• BIOS clinical tutors course

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• Understanding of Trust and departmental policies and procedures including those specific to Orthoptic Stroke Service.
• Evidence of understanding of NHS London / DoH / BIOS guidelines re: Orthoptic Stroke Care.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to adapt testing methods according to patient's abilities.
• Ability to communicate with patients of all abilities using a variety of techniques (verbal & non-verbal).
• Able to manage and prioritise workload independently, at a specialist level
• Ability to undertake regular review and update Specialist policies / procedures in accordance with national & local guidelines.

Experience

Essential

• Orthoptic assessment, diagnosis & management of children and adults.
• Specifically continual assessment, diagnosis and management of adults post stroke.

Desirable

• Involvement in clinical audit

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Diploma or degree in Orthoptics HCPC registration Desirable Completion of online STARS modules (Core competencies and Advancing modules) BIOS clinical tutors course Knowledge and Understanding Essential Understanding of Trust and departmental policies and procedures including those specific to Orthoptic Stroke Service. Evidence of understanding of NHS London / DoH / BIOS guidelines re: Orthoptic Stroke Care. Skills Essential Ability to adapt testing methods according to patient's abilities. Ability to communicate with patients of all abilities using a variety of techniques (verbal & non-verbal). Able to manage and prioritise workload independently, at a specialist level Ability to undertake regular review and update Specialist policies / procedures in accordance with national & local guidelines. Experience Essential Orthoptic assessment, diagnosis & management of children and adults. Specifically continual assessment, diagnosis and management of adults post stroke. Desirable Involvement in clinical audit

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).

Additional information 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

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Clinic Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Clinic Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Band 7 Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Frailty Therapy Team.

We are a large group of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy Assistants with a passion for the care of frail and elderly patients. We work closely with the larger Multidisciplinary Team to care for acutely unwell frail patients attending the hospital and through collaborative decision making with our colleagues we facilitate safe and rapid discharge from hospital. We are based in Queen's Emergency Department, Frailty and Medical Same Day Emergency Care, Queen's Frailty Unit and one inpatient ward in Queen's Hospital.

As a Band 7 Occupational Therapist in a large and busy team you will be required to demonstrate strong leadership skills and be confident to work as an autonomous practitioner with a focus on early assessment and discharge planning with rapid and robust decision-making essential for efficient patient flow. You will be familiar with the assessment of patients with diverse presentations including complex physical, cognitive, and psychological health conditions within elderly and medical specialties.The team is an integrated service with Physiotherapy, and you will be supported by Band 7 Occupational Therapists, a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist, a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist and a Band 8a Clinical Lead. The team is very supportive and there are lots of opportunities to develop both clinical and non-clinical skills.

Main duties of the job

To provide specialist standard of Occupational Therapy service to patients within the acute elderly/medical service with a special focus on the Queen's Frailty Unit, Frailty RAFT (Ambulance Streaming Area), Medical Receiving Unit and Elderly Short Stay Unit, facilitating and maximising patient potential within the service boundaries using a holistic approach.To give highly specialist guidance, advice and education to other members of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) on matters relating to your specialist area.

Provide leadership for your team (in conjunction with the Clinical Leads) in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service provided to patients within your area.

To provide a lead role in teaching, supervising and appraising peers, Band 6, Band 5, Student Occupational Therapists and Generic Therapy Assistants

To deputise in the absence of senior colleagues as required both within management and clinical areas.

To contribute to the running and development of the service through the promotion, adaptation and development of policies, procedures and guidelines using evidence-based practise.

Undertake supervision, mentoring and performance development plans to promote clinical and professional effectiveness of self and others. This includes performance management, management of disciplinary issues in liaison with Therapy Manager.

About us

We're an organisation that is getting better and better and our improvements are driven by a determination to deliver care we're proud of and our patients are happy with.

They are benefitting from a new electronic patient record (we were the last acute trust in London to introduce one) and our maternity services have been rated good by the Care Quality Commission.

We operate from two main sites - KGH in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We have two busy emergency departments with more than 346,000 people visiting them last year. We're campaigning to secure the £35m we need to transform the A&E at Queen's and get rid of corridor care.

We're proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre, Radiotherapy Centre and Hyper Acute Stroke Unit. We're also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance.

We run a Women's Health Hub in Ilford; an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch; and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and at St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub. These CDCs are open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The majority of our 8,400 staff - who come from 146 different countries - live in the three diverse London boroughs we serve and are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. Many can work flexibly and more than 400 of them are on our Ofsted accredited apprenticeship programmes. We're proud to be a London Living Wage employer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• H.C.P.C. Registration.
• Evidence of recent and relevant CPD.

Desirable

• Leadership training.

Skills / Abilities

Essential

• Strong knowledge of medical conditions, and their impact on cognitive, physical & social functioning
• Highly skilled in the assessment and treatment of patients presenting with common pathologies including dementia, delirium and falls
• Demonstrate up to date knowledge of best practise and current research in acute elderly/frailty and medical care
• Highly skilled in the application of relevant cognitive assessments to inform OT treatment planning and intervention in a medical setting.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and supportive supervisory skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and experience in carrying out Mental Capacity Assessments in accordance to the Mental Capacity Act

Desirable

• Evidence of developing service provision.

Experience / Knowledge

Essential

• To have a broad base of experience at Band 5 and Band 6 levels or equivalent.
• Proven clinical experience in the relevant field of acute frailty during Band 6 rotations in an acute hospital setting.
• Training of junior staff and MDT in relevant conditions, treatment and management.
• Supervision of Junior staff

Desirable

• Recent clinical experience and knowledge in spinal patients
• Experience of working in a rapid assessment area or Emergency Department
• Training of Occupational Therapy students

Additional information

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).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has become available at the RNOH for an individual interested in supporting clinical research within the NHS.

The Histopathology Department is looking for a full-time Band 3 Biobank Assistant to join our research team. The role may involve identifying and approaching patients face-to-face to obtain consent to use their samples for research purposes. The applicant will also ensure that biobanked samples (including blood, plasma, slides, wax blocks, frozen tissues, and DNA/RNA) are logged for ongoing research projects. In particular, they will be responsible for selecting, preparing and scanning slides and linking them to clinical data as part of a cutting-edge digital pathology and machine learning (artificial intelligence) project.

Main duties of the job

The role will allow you to:

• acquire valuable NHS experience
• gain confidence in speaking to patients
• consent eligible patients for the Biobank
• use databases and spreadsheets to log, track and anonymise patient samples and data
• support Biobank research across a range of clinical projects
• learn about cancer, sarcoma and other diseases
• collect blood samples by phlebotomy and process them to extract plasma

Support and full training in consenting patients and/or phlebotomy (as necessary) will be provided and for all components of the job in which the candidate does not have experience. The successful candidate will need to become vaccinated against Hepatitis B. Excellent communication and organisation skills are required.

About us

RNOH Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust (RNOH) is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK and a global leader in our field. We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro-musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression. Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds, and our patients benefit from the wide range of experience they bring to the trust. RNOH brings unrivalled expertise together in one place allowing us to deliver some of the world's most complex and innovative care to our patients. RNOH is rated good by the CQC and covers two sites, one in central London and one in Stanmore - which has recently opened The Stanmore Building, a new, state-of-the-art inpatient facility. For more information, please access the following link: https://www.rnoh.nhs.uk/

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Selecting, preparing and scanning slides for digital pathology projects.
2. Using databases and spreadsheets to collect and organise clinical data and to log and track research samples.
3. Preparing samples to be sent by courier, or receiving them from collaborators.
4. Pseudonymising and storing patient and clinical trial samples appropriately.
5. Identifying, using hospital databases, patients eligible to be approached for donating their tissue for research.
6. Seeking consent from patients in person or otherwise.
7. Collecting patient samples from operating theatres for research purposes
8. Processing blood by centrifugation and aliquoting the component parts of the sample.
9. Preparing blood packs and consent forms for colleagues.
10. Taking blood samples from patients (phlebotomy) for research: training to be provided.
11. Working flexibly between Stanmore and Bolsover St sites as required to contact patients.
12. Attending Biobank team meetings.
13. Administrative duties: scanning patient consent forms, pulling and archiving wax blocks and slides.
14. Any other duties required to maintain the operation of the Biobank.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good basic education to GCSE/O levels/A levels/NVQ level 3
• Willing to undergo relevant training

Desirable

• Interest in/experience of working to a higher level of qualification

Experience

Desirable

• Ability to work to deadlines
• Experience of working in a customer facing environment
• Previous phlebotomy/laboratory experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Basic IT skills - IT Skills (to be tested during probationary period)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Ability to make basic judgement decisions
• Ability to adapt and cope with change
• Ability to prioritise tasks and organise daily work

Knowledge

Essential

• An interest in science/healthcare/research related work
• Human Tissue Authority (HTA)

Additional information

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).

Job summary

37.5 hours per week

Band 5 Mental Health Practitioner

Join our CAMHS Crisis and Liaison Team at Livewell Southwest as a Band 5 Mental Health Practitioner and play a vital role in supporting children and young people at some of their most vulnerable moments. This is a rewarding role working across both community crisis responses and acute hospital settings, where you will deliver timely assessments, manage risk, and provide compassionate, trauma-informed care. We are looking for motivated, resilient practitioners who can think clearly under pressure, communicate effectively with families and partner agencies, and remain focused on safety and positive outcomes. In return, you will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that values staff wellbeing, encourages professional development, and is committed to delivering high-quality, responsive care across Plymouth.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7-day service. This role is primarily office-based, and staff are expected to be present at the team base unless otherwise agreed by their line manager in line with service needs.

Main duties of the job

You will assess and support children and young people experiencing mental health crisis in both community and hospital settings, helping them stay safe and stabilise during periods of acute distress. The role involves working closely with families, hospitals, and partner agencies to plan care, manage risk, and ensure timely decisions are made. You will be part of a fast-paced, supportive team, responding to urgent situations, contributing to safeguarding processes, and helping young people move safely through care when they need it most.

About us

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1a

To improve children and young peoples mental health through the delivery of an integrated and coordinated system of community based mental health care to children, young people, and their families, providing safe, culturally competent, effective, cost efficient, timely and accessible services that are in accordance with national and local priorities and responsive to the needs and views of local children, young people and their families.

2a

To provide clinical input to the team, delivering practice within best evidence and to the highest possible standard. The post will rotate across teams within the CAMHS service.

3a

For non-medical prescribers the role will involve the use of an evidence-based approach to assess and make an informed prescribing decision for a defined caseload of children and young people. This will be based on a clear theoretical framework and will take full account of the child or young persons developmental needs, gender, ethnicity, religion, race, ability, and sexual orientation.

4a

The post holder will be responsible for engaging and demonstrating ongoing CPD in relation to prescribing practice, and to support other clinicians undergoing the training.

5a

To contribute to a positive working environment and open learning culture, which supports high morale and commitment within the Community Mental Health Team promoting wellbeing, personal development, and continuous improvement in the standards of business activities and professional practice.

6a

The post holder will demonstrate effective skills in the assessment and reassessment of risk and complex behaviour issues and communicate concerns accurately in a timely fashion. This is inclusive of priority assessments and requires multi-agency responses to risk assessment and risk management plans.

7a

The post holder will make an autonomous decision about the treatment, time of discharge, and agree with the child, young person, and family/carers as well as multi-agency key partners. Communicate a summary of the work undertaken and how to sustain improvements made and include correspondence to General Practitioner.

8a.

To work with children/young people/families and professionals working with them, to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and contribute to the embedding of a positive message about maintaining good mental health.

9a

The post holder will be expected to draw upon experience and knowledge gained through training and practice relating to child development, child and adolescent mental health and adult mental health.

10a

The post holder is required to maintain high effective standards in the recording of clinical observations and actions, risk and risk management including child protection in health records.

11a

All roles may involve work with families at their homes, education, and community settings and at base as appropriate/required by children/young people and their families.

12a

The post holder will strongly adhere to culturally competent and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.

13a

The post holder will contribute to the CAMHS Duty Rota which operates daily.

14a

All CAMHS clinicians are expected to promote the mental health and emotional well-being of children and young people

15a

The post holder will play a role in encouraging and co-coordinating collaboration between all agencies by attending multi-agency meetings such as multi-agency CAF meetings, child protection case conferences, education reviews etc, to provide a mental health perspective.

16a

The post holder will develop excellent and effective communication skills, applicable to working both with young people, their families, and professional systems. Acting as a point of liaison between specialist CAMHS and universal services to ensure improved communication and collaboration via a range of different interfaces, forums, and meetings e.g., presenting at meetings within Plymouth.

17a

Maintain good activity records and provide them in a timely manner for inputting onto the electronic system.

18a

Be available for and make use of clinical supervision, child protection supervision and operational line management supervision.

19a

The Post holder is responsible for attending clinical supervision a minimum requirement of an hour per month.

20a

The post holder will need to organize their own workload under the support and supervision of Clinical Team Manager

21a

Maintain health records to the standards required by LSW.

22a

Contribute to a strong team ethos of enquiry, development, and improvement.

23a

Contribute to the development of team protocols and clinical practice, proposing changes for discussion.

24a

Participate in team meetings, for example allocation, supervision, reflective practice, case discussions.

25a

The post holder will strongly adhere to anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.

26a

Keep up to date with CAMHS developments taking place nationally in line with service objectives.

27a

To participate in audit and quality and patient safety activity in line with service objectives.

28a

Input to the electronic system as appropriate e.g., child protection supervision coding.

29a

To be aware of and familiar with LSW policy and procedure and operate within that e.g., lone working policy.

30a

To maintain high standards of infection prevention and control in day-to-day delivery of practice.

31a

To measure and make available clinical outcome measures within an agreed system.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience (both work and life related)
• Experience of working in a multi-agency and/or multi-disciplinary context.
• Experience of post-registration working with children and young people who have experienced mental health and psychological well-being difficulties.
• Experience in assessment, inc risk, care planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Maintaining own safety in Community settings by working within relevant policy and having completed or be willing to complete breakaway training or equivalent.
• Experience of effective working with families of different cultural backgrounds.
• Experience of working within multi-agency safeguarding systems e.g., child protection conferences, child in need meetings
• Experience of managing demanding and difficult professionals/young people/colleagues
• Experience of managing your own caseload and of working with a team approach

Desirable

• Experience of service evaluation

Qualifications

Essential

• Core qualification in any Mental health modality such as Nursing / Social Worker / Psychology
• Appropriate Registration relevant to professional qualification

Desirable

• Post graduate training qualification in methods of working with children with mental health problems, e.g., counselling, systemic practice or post grad diploma in child and adolescent mental health
• Evidence of Mentorship and sign off mentor qualifications

Skills

Essential

• Mental Health and Risk assessment, care planning, evaluation and intervention skills
• Well established case management skills and good organizational skills with ability to prioritize
• Well developed communication skills both oral and written
• Commitment to anti-oppressive practice
• Ability to work in partnership and in collaboration with others, both in and out of own agency/professional background.
• Commitment to own learning and professional development.
• Reflective Practitioner

Desirable

• Culturally competent assessment and intervention skills
• Specific therapeutic skills relevant to working with children and families
• Consultation skills.
• Training skills
• Self motivating and able to work on own initiative

Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• Ability to work flexibly (hours of work and duties) both as an individual and with other colleagues in LSW and with partner agencies.
• Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and documents pertaining
• to children, e.g., Children Act 2004, Child Protection, National Service Framework, Every Child Matters etc. Learning Disability specific legislation and documents, Aiming High for Disabled Children, Valuing People, Mansell report, Mental Capacity Act.
• Knowledge of a range of mental health problems and disorders affecting children and young people.
• Knowledge of theories of child development and their application to practice.
• An understanding of resilience and vulnerability

Desirable

• Knowledge of different models of therapy, e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis and at least one other therapeutic modality e.g. CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, solution focussed therapy etc

Additional information

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).

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join the London Spinal Cord Injury Centre (LSCIC) at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore.

LSCIC provides acute care, specialist rehabilitation and lifelong follow up for adults with complete and incomplete spinal cord injuries. You will support patients and their families as they adjust to life changing injuries, working within an established multidisciplinary team across inpatient and outpatient services.

This role offers opportunities to develop specialist skills in spinal cord injury rehabilitation within a supportive environment. You will receive regular clinical supervision, professional support and line management from senior psychologists, alongside opportunities for teaching, research, audit and service development.

You will also be encouraged to gain experience with psychology and Liaison Psychiatry colleagues in other specialist services, including complex pain, amputee rehabilitation and surgical care. Collaboration with spinal injury charities and opportunities to contribute to conferences further support professional development.

Main duties of the job

You will provide specialist psychological assessment and intervention for LSCIC inpatients and outpatients, offering individual, group, couple and family sessions tailored to patients' needs.

The main responsibilities include:

• Delivering psychological interventions drawing on person centred approaches, CBT, ACT or CFT.
• Working closely with rehabilitation medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, case management and Liaison Psychiatry to support coordinated patient care.
• Contributing psychological expertise to rehabilitation planning and multidisciplinary discussions.
• Supporting patients and families with adjustment to spinal cord injury and the ongoing challenges experienced after discharge.
• Working with spinal injury organisations to strengthen access to peer support and voluntary sector services.
• Contributing to teaching and training for healthcare professionals.
• Undertaking research, audit and service evaluation to inform improvements in psychological care.

You will need strong assessment skills, an interest in working within a medical setting and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across professions and services.

About us

At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:

• Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
• Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
• Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."

At RNOH, we're committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.

Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:

• 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare

At RNOH, we are more than a workplace--we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached Job description and Person Specification.

For further information, please contact Helen Smith, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, on 0208 909 5767 or [email protected].

Person Specification

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology and clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS or registered for, and actively pursuing, the Statement of Equivalence in Clinical Psychology.
• Registered with HCPC

Desirable

• Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, systemic/ family interventions, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of service users across the full range of care settings, including medical/ acute hospital, outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings.
• Experience of psychological assessment or intervention with clients with acquired physical disability.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of service user groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.

Desirable

• Experience of work in a spinal cord injury centre and other physical health settings.
• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
• Experience of the application of clinical / counselling psychology in family, group and individual settings, and different cultural contexts.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex multivariate data analysis as practised within the clinical fields of psychology.
• Knowledge and skills for psychological intervention with couples and/or families.
• Ability to contain, explore and formulate an understanding of high levels of distress both directly with service users and indirectly via supervision of other staff.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in physical health rehabilitation.
• High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies.
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the service user group and mental health.
• Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care.
• Completion of a clinical supervision training (short course) sufficient to be able to supervise doctoral trainees.

Other

Essential

• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
• Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate, to support and maintain clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour.
• Willing to undertake a clinical supervision training (short course) sufficient to be able to supervise doctoral trainees.
• Demonstrable commitment to anti-discriminatory and inclusive behaviours and practices

Additional information

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).

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Foundation pharmacist to join our team.

We provide a patient focused clinical pharmacy service whilst ensuring the optimal use of medicines within the organisation. This post represents a great opportunity for a pharmacist to progress their career in a clinically focused, innovative and supportive environment.

The post holder will have the opportunity to gain experience working on rotation through the pharmacy clinical services including emergency care, medicine, surgery, care of the elderly, aseptics and the dispensary.

This post is open to both qualified pharmacists and current foundation trainee pharmacists who are likely to register in January 2027.

Main duties of the job

To provide clinical pharmacy input and prescribing support across all directorates.

To support Medicines Management across the Trust.

To facilitate timely discharge and patient counselling on their medications.

To provide clinical advice and support to other members of the MDT.

Work as part of the team to deliver and participate in training and education.

Carry out the duties of the Responsible Pharmacist.

Focus on patient safety and supporting service development.

Work to deliver the 7-day clinical pharmacy service by supporting the late night, on call and weekend rota.

About us

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon Urgent Care Centre, Bensham Hospital, and the Clinical Diagnostic Centre at the Metrocentre, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

297-8325405

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Queen Elizabeth Avenue

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To carry out medication histories and medicines reconciliation ensuring any discrepancies are actioned.
• Clinical screen of inpatient prescriptions following medicines reconciliation to provide advice on medicines, dosages and medicines information queries.
• To clinically check discharge prescriptions, assess patients own drugs for discharge and ensure patients receive counselling and the opportunity for a discharge medicines service referral to improve transfer of care.

To provide advice and support to patients and the MDT to ensure that they get the best from their medicines.

Independently prescribe within own competence and scope of practice.

• To provide clinical pharmacy input and maintain high standards of Medicines Management across the Trust via completion of quarterly controlled drug checks, Safe and Secure medicines audit and supporting policy and guideline review.
• Support departmental audit and adherence to KPIs.

As part of the team you will work closely alongside other pharmacy colleagues, taking part within clinical supervision sessions and teaching.

You will provide rotational clinical support to the directorates of emergency care, medicine, care of the elderly, surgery, aseptics and dispensary.

Be the Responsible Pharmacist in the dispensary and participate in clinical and accuracy checking.

Work to deliver the 7 day clinical pharmacy service by supporting the late night, on call and weekend rota.

Participate in or lead audits or quality improvement projects.

Job description Job responsibilities To carry out medication histories and medicines reconciliation ensuring any discrepancies are actioned. Clinical screen of inpatient prescriptions following medicines reconciliation to provide advice on medicines, dosages and medicines information queries. To clinically check discharge prescriptions, assess patients own drugs for discharge and ensure patients receive counselling and the opportunity for a discharge medicines service referral to improve transfer of care. To provide advice and support to patients and the MDT to ensure that they get the best from their medicines. Independently prescribe within own competence and scope of practice. To provide clinical pharmacy input and maintain high standards of Medicines Management across the Trust via completion of quarterly controlled drug checks, Safe and Secure medicines audit and supporting policy and guideline review. Support departmental audit and adherence to KPIs. As part of the team you will work closely alongside other pharmacy colleagues, taking part within clinical supervision sessions and teaching. You will provide rotational clinical support to the directorates of emergency care, medicine, care of the elderly, surgery, aseptics and dispensary. Be the Responsible Pharmacist in the dispensary and participate in clinical and accuracy checking. Work to deliver the 7 day clinical pharmacy service by supporting the late night, on call and weekend rota. Participate in or lead audits or quality improvement projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in Pharmacy
• Registered as a pharmacist with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or currently undertaking pre-registration training year
• Registered as an independent prescriber or working towards the qualification

Experience

Essential

• Clinical pharmacy practice in a hospital, community pharmacy or general practice setting
• Evidence of CPD and self-directed learning
• Evidence of audit

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of pharmacy systems
• Experience working within a hospital setting

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally
• Effective patient consultation skills
• Evidence of self-reflection
• IT literate
• Ability to prioritise own workload

Desirable

• Experience supervising or mentoring others

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters degree in Pharmacy Registered as a pharmacist with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or currently undertaking pre-registration training year Registered as an independent prescriber or working towards the qualification Experience Essential Clinical pharmacy practice in a hospital, community pharmacy or general practice setting Evidence of CPD and self-directed learning Evidence of audit Desirable Specialist knowledge of pharmacy systems Experience working within a hospital setting Knowledge and skills Essential Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally Effective patient consultation skills Evidence of self-reflection IT literate Ability to prioritise own workload Desirable Experience supervising or mentoring 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.

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).

Additional information 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

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Queen Elizabeth Avenue

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Queen Elizabeth Avenue

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***

Are you an innovative Speech and Language Therapist, excited about a new way of working within the NHS? Or interested in Neurodevelopmental Conditions and looking for a new challenge?

• Are you passionate about working with children?
• Do you enjoy the prospect of working in a specialised environment?
• Do you want the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive Multidisciplinary Team?
• Do you want to work in a vibrant city with a range of multicultural communities and be part of an inclusive Trust which is keen to reduce health inequalities?

If you are looking for an exciting role, we want to meet you!

Come and join us to work within a fast developing, dynamic and pioneering Neurodevelopmental (ND) Team across the city of Birmingham, working alongside a range of professionals, including children's therapy, clinical psychology and medical colleagues, education and local authority partners.

We are looking for highly motivated and committed therapists with skills in holistic, client-centred practice, for a post at Band 6.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will be offering, evaluating and developing, assessment and support of children with social communication difficulties and profound and multiple difficulties in a multi-disciplinary team. You will offer support to more junior team members and students. You will be trained to use a wide range of standardised assessments as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.

You will have strong clinical and caseload management skills and a passion for working with children with SEND, with a specific interest in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism. You will have proven experience of successfully working with a range of clients, their families and others in order for the child to achieve meaningful outcomes. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be willing to work in a full range of locations across the city of Birmingham, including child development centres, education settings and family homes, as well as undertaking some assessments virtually.

About us

IMPORTANT

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Be Part of Our Team...

BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry.

We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

820-8191888-CF-A

Job locations

Citywide

Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield

Birmingham

B13 8JL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To identify and plan appropriate SLT intervention including assessment and delivering therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with SLT service agreed packages of care and pathways
• To provide appropriate treatment and evaluate outcomes with a full range of clients including complex clients.
• To use highly developed communication skills to explain complex information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members.
• To assess, diagnose and treat children with a range of communication and/or eating and drinking difficulties, making appropriate clinical decisions independently with support for highly complex clients.
• To make differential diagnosis of specialist and diverse cases with access to supervision for highly complex cases.
• To record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and Trust, professional and departmental policies.
• To complete timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines. The post holder will also be required to input activity into the IT system.
• To share specialist knowledge with colleagues at a local level including offering additional specialist experience and providing observation sessions for others.
• To access Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapists for support such as second opinions for highly complex cases as necessary.
• To contribute to evaluating and updating packages of care and pathways used within the SLT Service.
• To Identify and access appropriate Continuous Professional Development at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements and to practice reflective learning.
• To use keyboard skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively manage mobile device to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication.
• To manage infection control risks including those from bodily fluids.
• To write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context.
• To undertake reviews of evidence to underpin current practice.
• Undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.

Job description Job responsibilities To identify and plan appropriate SLT intervention including assessment and delivering therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with SLT service agreed packages of care and pathways To provide appropriate treatment and evaluate outcomes with a full range of clients including complex clients. To use highly developed communication skills to explain complex information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members. To assess, diagnose and treat children with a range of communication and/or eating and drinking difficulties, making appropriate clinical decisions independently with support for highly complex clients. To make differential diagnosis of specialist and diverse cases with access to supervision for highly complex cases. To record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and Trust, professional and departmental policies. To complete timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines. The post holder will also be required to input activity into the IT system. To share specialist knowledge with colleagues at a local level including offering additional specialist experience and providing observation sessions for others. To access Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapists for support such as second opinions for highly complex cases as necessary. To contribute to evaluating and updating packages of care and pathways used within the SLT Service. To Identify and access appropriate Continuous Professional Development at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements and to practice reflective learning. To use keyboard skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively manage mobile device to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication. To manage infection control risks including those from bodily fluids. To write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context. To undertake reviews of evidence to underpin current practice. Undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oA First degree level qualification plus post graduate qualification relevant in SLT
• oHCPC Licence to practice
• oFull Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area, e.g. ASD , dysphagia, fluency, SLI

Desirable

• oPost graduate qualification in paediatric dysphagia
• oTrained in ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
• oTrained in NAS EarlyBird
• oTrained in PECS

Experience

Essential

• oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of diagnostic assessment in any one of the following areas: ASD, dysphagia, fluency or SLI as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• oExperience of working as a qualified therapist in a range of pre-school multi-disciplinary settings
• oSignificant experience of delivering clinical support and supervision to less experienced Speech and Language Therapists and/or SLT assistants
• oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of managing a mixed and complexcaseload across a number of settings including Early years settings and clients' homes
• oDemonstrates high awareness of safeguarding issues and processes
• oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of successful multi-agency working with families and stakeholders in Local Authority and Health settings.
• oSpecialist management of a diverse caseload, as a qualified therapist, having provided support to other professionals.
• oSignificant experience of using augmentative communication e.g. Makaton signing, symbols, communication aids.
• oExperience of delivering successful/effective training to other professionals.

Skills

Essential

• oAble to use evidence base to inform clinical decision-making around complex presentations in specialist clinical area
• oAble to work with a range of families in a culturally and socially diverse area
• oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to explain complex ideas in a simple way. Able to write clear reports and notes to a professional standard.
• oAble to use signing and communication aids where appropriate.
• oIT literate and able to use a range of specialist programmes e.g. Communicate in Print.

Desirable

• oAble to develop specialist programmes of care & explain them to carers and staff.

Other job requirements

Essential

• oIs able to deliver a number of contacts across the working week across a range of settings
• oIs able and willing to move around the city.
• oIs able to carry a variety of equipment between locations safely.
• oIs able to work at various heights and locations according to needs of clients

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oA First degree level qualification plus post graduate qualification relevant in SLT oHCPC Licence to practice oFull Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area, e.g. ASD , dysphagia, fluency, SLI Desirable oPost graduate qualification in paediatric dysphagia oTrained in ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule) oTrained in NAS EarlyBird oTrained in PECS Experience Essential oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of diagnostic assessment in any one of the following areas: ASD, dysphagia, fluency or SLI as part of a multi-disciplinary team oExperience of working as a qualified therapist in a range of pre-school multi-disciplinary settings oSignificant experience of delivering clinical support and supervision to less experienced Speech and Language Therapists and/or SLT assistants oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of managing a mixed and complexcaseload across a number of settings including Early years settings and clients' homes oDemonstrates high awareness of safeguarding issues and processes oSignificant experience as a qualified therapist of successful multi-agency working with families and stakeholders in Local Authority and Health settings. oSpecialist management of a diverse caseload, as a qualified therapist, having provided support to other professionals. oSignificant experience of using augmentative communication e.g. Makaton signing, symbols, communication aids. oExperience of delivering successful/effective training to other professionals. Skills Essential oAble to use evidence base to inform clinical decision-making around complex presentations in specialist clinical area oAble to work with a range of families in a culturally and socially diverse area oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to explain complex ideas in a simple way. Able to write clear reports and notes to a professional standard. oAble to use signing and communication aids where appropriate. oIT literate and able to use a range of specialist programmes e.g. Communicate in Print. Desirable oAble to develop specialist programmes of care & explain them to carers and staff. Other job requirements Essential oIs able to deliver a number of contacts across the working week across a range of settings oIs able and willing to move around the city. oIs able to carry a variety of equipment between locations safely. oIs able to work at various heights and locations according to needs of clients

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).

Additional information 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 Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Citywide

Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield

Birmingham

B13 8JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Citywide

Walmley Health Centre 8A Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield

Birmingham

B13 8JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Community Based Neuro Rehabilitation and Early Supported Discharge for Stroke teams in a full-time, permanent split role.

You will work 22.5 hours per week in the West Berkshire community and 15 hours on the inpatient Neuro Rehabilitation Unit at West Berkshire Community Hospital, Thatcham.

Working within a supportive interdisciplinary team, you will deliver specialist neurological assessments and rehabilitation alongside OTs, Physiotherapists, Neuropsychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Stroke Nurses and Therapy Assistants.

You will work closely with the consultant-led ward MDT, assess specialist equipment needs and coordinate complex discharges to support safe transitions home or to other care settings.

You will benefit from structured supervision, specialist training, professional development opportunities and involvement in service improvement projects.

Community working offers flexibility to manage your diary and caseload, including independent and joint home visits. You will also support the wider Berkshire Neuro Rehabilitation service as required, working with other neurological conditions within your competency.

A full driving licence and daily access to a vehicle are essential due to travel across Berkshire.

Main duties of the job

• Use specialist Occupational Therapy skills to assess and rehabilitate patients with neurological conditions, working with the MDT to maximise outcomes and achieve meaningful goals.
• Undertake assessments, differential diagnosis and treatment planning for patients with varying complexities, maintaining accurate clinical records and reports using evidence-based practice.
• Apply specialist manual therapy, sensory, cognitive and perceptual assessment skills to develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Liaise with external agencies and services to address patients' care, social, postural and equipment needs.
• Collaborate with the MDT on clinical decisions, patient care and triage of new referrals.
• Provide specialist advice, education and guidance to patients, relatives, carers, colleagues and external professionals to ensure consistent care.
• Supervise, train and support Therapy Assistants and students.
• Contribute to service development, clinical audits, team training and improvements in clinical practice.
• Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively.
• Maintain professional competence through CPD, clinical guidelines and current research.
• Adhere to Trust policies, professional standards and clinical governance requirements.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CHS1377

Job locations

West Berkshire Community Hospital, London Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 3AS

Thatcham

RG18 3AS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• Qualified Occupational Therapist
• Health Care Professions Council Registration
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Car driver with access to a vehicle for daily use to travel to patients homes

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Lisa Ellis on 0118 904 3440 or email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Qualified Occupational Therapist Health Care Professions Council Registration Good interpersonal and communication skills Car driver with access to a vehicle for daily use to travel to patients homes For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Lisa Ellis on 0118 904 3440 or email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Royal College of OT Membership
• Formal post-graduate qualification in relevant area e.g. MSc
• Membership of Relevant Special Interest Group

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Post-graduate training in a relevant clinical speciality such as:1. Accredited courses in Cognitive impairment 2. Accredited courses in Perceptual impairment 3. Accreditation of Practice Educators

Previous Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience within a neurologicalservice
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of appraising staff
• Experience of Multidisciplinary /Interdisciplinary teamworking
• Experience of audits
• Experience of research methods
• Experience of liaising with social care in the UK

Desirable

• Minimum of 6 years post graduate experience
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a senior Occupational Therapist
• Experience of formal and informal teaching

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate confidence in own decisions
• Proven clinical leadership ability
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to work well within a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Drive and enthusiasm for clinical excellence and clinical development of the team
• Forward thinking
• Ability to work independently
• Understanding national policies/ guidelines relevant to clinical area
• Understanding of clinical governance and it's relevance to this clinical area
• Presentation skills
• Computer skills
• Evident of own self development through PDP
• Ability to develop others through CPD/ PDP/ In-service training
• Flexible and adaptable
• Able to maintain judgement under pressure
• Understanding of social services in the United Kingdom
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to pass on skills and knowledge to others- both formally and informally

Desirable

• Highly specialist knowledge of OccupationalTherapy inmanagement of patients with neurological conditions
• Knowledge of Assistive Technology for neuro patients
• Knowledge of audit and research

Additional Requirements

Essential

• DBSclearance
• Occupational Health Clearance
• Able to travel effectively between sitesand patient's homes
• UKdrivinglicense holder and car driver

Person Specification Education, qualifications or training Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Desirable Royal College of OT Membership Formal post-graduate qualification in relevant area e.g. MSc Membership of Relevant Special Interest Group Continuous Professional Development Essential Post-graduate training in a relevant clinical speciality such as:1. Accredited courses in Cognitive impairment 2. Accredited courses in Perceptual impairment 3. Accreditation of Practice Educators Previous Experience Essential Post graduate experience within a neurologicalservice Experience of supervising staff Experience of appraising staff Experience of Multidisciplinary /Interdisciplinary teamworking Experience of audits Experience of research methods Experience of liaising with social care in the UK Desirable Minimum of 6 years post graduate experience Minimum of 2 years experience as a senior Occupational Therapist Experience of formal and informal teaching Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Able to demonstrate confidence in own decisions Proven clinical leadership ability Ability to lead a team Ability to work well within a team Effective written and verbal communication skills Excellent inter-personal skills Drive and enthusiasm for clinical excellence and clinical development of the team Forward thinking Ability to work independently Understanding national policies/ guidelines relevant to clinical area Understanding of clinical governance and it's relevance to this clinical area Presentation skills Computer skills Evident of own self development through PDP Ability to develop others through CPD/ PDP/ In-service training Flexible and adaptable Able to maintain judgement under pressure Understanding of social services in the United Kingdom Willingness to learn Ability to pass on skills and knowledge to others- both formally and informally Desirable Highly specialist knowledge of OccupationalTherapy inmanagement of patients with neurological conditions Knowledge of Assistive Technology for neuro patients Knowledge of audit and research Additional Requirements Essential DBSclearance Occupational Health Clearance Able to travel effectively between sitesand patient's homes UKdrivinglicense holder and car driver

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).

Additional information 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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

West Berkshire Community Hospital, London Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 3AS

Thatcham

RG18 3AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

West Berkshire Community Hospital, London Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 3AS

Thatcham

RG18 3AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Full Sutton, a Category A high security prison located in Pocklington, York. HMP Full Sutton has capacity of around 600 men, and houses those serving long term sentences.

This role sits within our Primary Care team, where you will support with clinics, work with pharmacy and respond to emergency situations - no 2 days are ever the same! Every healthcare assistant takes responsibility / ownership of a specific area (social care, bloodborne viruses, health promotion etc), which allows you to become an SME whilst learning about all areas of healthcare! We offer lots of training and development opportunities to progress your career and expand your knowledge and skills!

Hours

This position is part time working 22.5 hours per week on a 4 week rolling rota basis.

You will work 3 x 7.5 hour shifts between 7am - 7:15pm, with around 1 in 4 weekends. There are no night shifts

Salary

You will receive an annual salary of between up to £17,833.80 per annum..

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

#LI-AB1

Main duties of the job

As our new Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:

• Deliver exceptional care to patients, both in the healthcare department and on the wings
• Be involved in the implementation of clinical care packages, phlebotomy and assessment, treatment and the evaluation of patients care
• Support the primary care nursing team with all aspects of care, including venepuncture
• Support clinics, including bloods, ECGs, weight etc
• Support second receptions (new prisoners on the fifth day in the site) alongside the registered nurse
• Act as a second checker in pharmacy as required
• You will primarily be working within the primary care team, although may be required to carry out duties in the substance misuse team

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Our new Healthcare Assistant will:

• Ideally hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, or Care Certificate
• Have experience within phlebotomy - this is highly desirable!
• Have experience in a clinical care setting previously - ideally from a hospital or prison setting
• Have clinical experience - venepuncture, ECGs etc
• Have a non-judgemental and compassionate approach

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Full Sutton, a Category A high security prison located in Pocklington, York. HMP Full Sutton has capacity of around 600 men, and houses those serving long term sentences.

This role sits within our Primary Care team, where you will support with clinics, work with pharmacy and respond to emergency situations - no 2 days are ever the same! Every healthcare assistant takes responsibility / ownership of a specific area (social care, bloodborne viruses, health promotion etc), which allows you to become an SME whilst learning about all areas of healthcare! We offer lots of training and development opportunities to progress your career and expand your knowledge and skills!

Hours

This position is part time working 22.5 hours per week on a 4 week rolling rota basis.

You will work 3 x 7.5 hour shifts between 7am - 7:15pm, with around 1 in 4 weekends. There are no night shifts

Salary

You will receive an annual salary of between up to £17,833.80 per annum..

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

#LI-AB1

Person Specification

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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Job summary

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.

We are looking to recruit eight Education Mental Health Practitioner Trainees to join our expanding Oxleas Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) service. Four trainees will work in the Greenwich MHST Team with our Greenwich schools and four trainees will work in the Bexley MHST Team with Bexley schools. We are seeking enthusiastic and dynamic individuals who are passionate about improving health outcomes for children and young people.

Main duties of the job

This is a training role within theGreen Paper for Transforming children and young people's mental health programme. The post holder will work within education settings providing low intensity guided self-help interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role at Kings College London University. The training starts on 18th January 2027 and on successful completion of the course trainees will be awarded a Post Graduate Diploma based on a nationally devised curriculum.

The training post will equip the post-holder to provide a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self- management interventions to children and young people with mild to moderate anxiety and depression and/or behavioural difficulties. The postholder will attend all taught and self-study days required by the education provider, as specified within the EMHP curriculum and work in Oxleas MHST service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills within education settings.

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in psychology or related subjects (e.g. education, childhood development, social work etc) OR any subject with further training or experience in a relevant field (e.g., Teaching/TA; Learning Support; HCA; Youth Work; Counselling etc) and have previous experience working with children and young people in either a health or educational setting.

NB: Alongside the job application process applicants are required to submit a separate application to Kings College London regarding EMHP training. Details are attached regarding how to apply. To be considered for an Oxleas MHST EMHP Trainee position you will need to have submitted your application to KCL by 25th October 2026

For further enquiries please contact: John Rea, Bexley MHST Team Manager ([email protected]) or Linda Adedayo, Greenwich MHST Team Manager ([email protected])

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree, upper second class or above, in Psychology OR related subject (e.g., Psychology, Education, Childhood development, Social Work etc), OR any subject with further training or experience in a relevant field (e.g., Teaching/TA; Learning Support; HCA; Youth Work; Counselling etc)
• Relevant professional experience in CYP Mental Health/Education/Mentorship (to be considered on a case-by-case basis)

Experience

Essential

• It is essential that the applicant has previous experience of working with children and young people in either a health or educational setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the educational system in England.
• Knowledge of children and young people gained through academic study in child development, child wellbeing or mental health.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to study as a self-motivated learner who can formulate their own progress towards learning objectives and negotiate pathways to achievement with supervisory teams
• Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to personally manage a sensitive, traumatic and potentially emotionally distressing caseload .

Desirable

• Full driving licence

Additional information

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).

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Radiographers to join our dynamic, friendly team, to play a key role in maintaining and improving standards and quality of patient services. It is an exciting time to join our team, with a wide scale equipment replacement program is in progress across the trust.

The post is based on the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Oxford Road site and includes training and rotation through general X-ray, theatre and mobile imaging, with some training in CT to be able to support the out of hours services .

MFT is a busy teaching hospital as well as a Major Trauma center with around 145,000 patients visiting our Emergency department each year.The Radiology department is evolving all the time. Our radiology department is a small and friendly facility, which offers you the chance to develop skills in all areas of general paediatric radiography with some potential element of training in other modalities such as CT. In time there are excellent opportunities to progress into specialist areas.

Please note that applications generated or significantly assisted by AI tools may be scored lower during the shortlisting process.

Main duties of the job

Essential:

Have a BSc Radiography or DCR and be HCPC Registered.

Have Excellent communication skills.

Be organised and able to prioritise workload.

Be flexible.

Demonstrates the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable:

Experience working within the NHS or a comparable healthcare environment. Interest in developing a career within paediatric radiography. Demonstrates an understanding of, and commitment to, providing patient-centred care for children and young people. What we offer:

You willreceive a comprehensive induction and training in all key areas

Access to the MFT Preceptorship program

Receive annual appraisals

Receive enhanced remuneration for night duties

Introduction in to other specialist areas of imaging within paediatrics.

Please be aware you need to be able to attend in person for interview due to practical element.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-CSS-8329242-RL4

Job locations

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

Radiology / XRAY

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

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Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Job description Job responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirments

Essential

• Range of clinical experience at undergraduate level in all areas relevant to first post competency
• Range of clinical experience at postgraduate level in all areas relevant to first post competency

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD relevant to the post

Qualifications Academic/ Professional

Essential

• Is registered with the HCPC or student awaiting confirmation
• BSc (Radiography) or equivalent

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure particularly in out of hour's situations prioritising workload as required and maintaining standard
• Able to communicate well with a range of personnel, Able to work well within a team
• Active listening skills
• Ability to question clearly and concisely
• Ability to assess situations
• Ability to participate in shift duties is required

Desirable

• Experience working within the NHS or a comparable healthcare environment.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a clinical setting

Desirable

• Experience of working with children
• Has experience of working in an acute hospital setting with shift rotation

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to participate in shift duties is required
• This post involves dealing with very mobile/less mobile patients, telephone communications, maneuvering of mobile equipment
• A certain amount of manual dexterity is required

Person Specification Knowledge Requirments Essential Range of clinical experience at undergraduate level in all areas relevant to first post competency Range of clinical experience at postgraduate level in all areas relevant to first post competency Desirable Evidence of CPD relevant to the post Qualifications Academic/ Professional Essential Is registered with the HCPC or student awaiting confirmation BSc (Radiography) or equivalent Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work under pressure particularly in out of hour's situations prioritising workload as required and maintaining standard Able to communicate well with a range of personnel, Able to work well within a team Active listening skills Ability to question clearly and concisely Ability to assess situations Ability to participate in shift duties is required Desirable Experience working within the NHS or a comparable healthcare environment. Experience Essential Experience of working in a clinical setting Desirable Experience of working with children Has experience of working in an acute hospital setting with shift rotation Personal Circumstances Essential Ability to participate in shift duties is required This post involves dealing with very mobile/less mobile patients, telephone communications, maneuvering of mobile equipment A certain amount of manual dexterity is required

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

Radiology / XRAY

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

Radiology / XRAY

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Gloucestershire Oncology Centre has a progressive Radiotherapy department across two sites with state of the art machines delivering IMRT, Arcing and SABR techniques with adaptive therapy. We have a superficial unit and also deliver Brachytherapy.

This post is a full time, Band 6 Advanced practitioner in Radiotherapy, based at the Hereford department.

The department is involved in numerous National research Trials and has a research Radiographer. We also have Consultant Radiographers in both Breast and Prostate Cancer.

The department prides itself in a very high standard of patient care and also delivers a Late Effects Service to extend this care beyond initial treatment.

We are keen to develop our staff based on competency and encourage further education and we welcome well motivated, caring and conscientious individuals to our team. Applications welcome from staff qualified 18 months.

Main duties of the job

Work as an operator, entitled under IRMER, to deliver and supervise a range of complex Radiotherapy procedures requiring precise positioning of patients and machinery, meeting professional and departmental standards.

Undertake the daily operation and organisation of the treatment machine. Responsible to act up in the absence of the Band 7 Team Lead, Enhanced Practitioner.

Carry out volumetric imaging, making decisions regarding treatment placement. Carry out palliative KV imaging on-set planning. Become a Imaging Practitioner for concomitant exposures. Provide evidence-based advice regarding treatment related side effects. Administer medication under PGD guidelines. Supervise and train junior staff and students. Carry out staff appraisals.

Update the department's Quality Management System. Ensure that equipment is safe and accurate to operate, reporting faults and incidents. Undertake Category 1 cover for Bank Holidays and work at the Cheltenham Site, if required.

About us

The Gloucestershire Oncology Centre provides Radiotherapy services to patients from Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire.

The Trust Values of Caring, Compassionate, Inclusive and Accountable which underpin our vision which is Deliver the best care, every day, for everyone.

The centre is over two sites with the primary site in the Oncology Centre of Cheltenham General Hospital and a Satellite site at the County Hospital, Hereford.

The objective of the Oncology Centre and Radiotherapy department is to provide curative and palliative care to patients in a compassionate and professional environment.

The Radiotherapy Vision is - "Outstanding Radiotherapy delivered with excellent professionalism, expertise and compassionate care"

To this end, the post holder will have responsibility for delivering an efficient, high quality, safe service for patients, with outstanding patient care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A detailed job description is included.

Visits to the Hereford site can be arranged.

Contact Lisa [email protected], 0300 422 2919to arrange a visit.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Radiotherapy or equivalent
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration experience
• MSc module in Patient Review

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an advanced Radiotherapy Centre
• Experience of skills with IGRT
• IT competency

Desirable

• Use of specific department computerised system (Aria)
• Use of hospital computerised systems
• Experience of periods of acting up in to advanced positions

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Essential

• Work well under pressure
• Good problem solving

Desirable

• Good administrative skills

Additional information

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).

Job summary

The Respiratory Physiology department is looking for a committed individual to join an expanding, friendly and high-performing team, as a Band 5 Respiratory Healthcare Science Practitioner.

This is a fantastic opportunity ideal for an Individual who has just completed the Practitioner Training Programme. In this role you will be expected to be performing routine respiratory diagnostic measurements. The role will be centred at Wythenshawe Hospital and the Community Diagnostic Hub based in Withington Community Hospital.

Continuous professional development is strongly encouraged, and you will have excellent opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. This will include:

• Opportunities to undertake further relevant academic qualifications.
• Support to attend relevant professional courses and conferences.
• Opportunities to gain additional experience and build on new skills.

If you are looking for a new challenge, enjoy variety in your work and wish to be part of a large team striving to make a difference then we want to hear from you.

Trainee candidates with a relevant science-based degree are encouraged to apply. Appointment would be made under Annex 21 of Agenda for Change at Band 5. The successful candidate must be committed to completing formal academic training and developing the knowledge and skills required for the role.

Main duties of the job

Depending on skills and experience on appointment you will complete a period of orientation. Once complete you will practice as an independent practitioner and will be responsible for:

• The diagnostic tests and treatments carried out within the main hospital site and community hubs.
• Contributing to the smooth day to day running of services reporting to the managerial lead on a regular basis.
• Performing unsupervised, all routine techniques within the lung function laboratory. To include spirometry, lung volumes, TLco, plethysmography and reversibility testing.
• Ensuring data quality by undertaking equipment calibration and quality control for all tests performed within the laboratory.
• Ensuring the technical quality of assessment complies with published national guidelines, departmental SOP's and guidelines.
• Supporting senior staff in the supervision and training of Junior Staff.
• Contributing to service improvement and development.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Trainee appointed under Annex 21 of the NHS AFC linked to Band 5.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-WTWA-8309952-RL4

Job locations

Wythenshawe Hospital

Manchester

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Job description Job responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• ARTP Practitioner Award

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant Science Degree

Qualifications

Essential

• oBSc Clinical Physiology, Practitioner Training Programme, PGDIP, or equivalence

Desirable

• oMinimum of three years Clinical Physiology experience at trainee level experience

Skills

Essential

• Perform Routine Respiratory Physiology measurements
• Interpret and report Routine Respiratory Physiology measurements

Desirable

• oAbility to analyse and interpret complex lung function data.

Knowlege

Essential

• oUp-to-date specialist knowledge of respiratory physiology.

Desirable

• oPost registration qualification in specialist areas

Apptitude

Essential

• Applicants must demonstrate a willingness to learn and undertake the required formal academic training as part of their development programme.

Person Specification Qualifications Desirable ARTP Practitioner Award Qualifications Essential Relevant Science Degree Qualifications Essential oBSc Clinical Physiology, Practitioner Training Programme, PGDIP, or equivalence Desirable oMinimum of three years Clinical Physiology experience at trainee level experience Skills Essential Perform Routine Respiratory Physiology measurements Interpret and report Routine Respiratory Physiology measurements Desirable oAbility to analyse and interpret complex lung function data. Knowlege Essential oUp-to-date specialist knowledge of respiratory physiology. Desirable oPost registration qualification in specialist areas Apptitude Essential Applicants must demonstrate a willingness to learn and undertake the required formal academic training as part of their development programme.

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).

Additional information 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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wythenshawe Hospital

Manchester

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wythenshawe Hospital

Manchester

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accountancy Assistant to join our dynamic and busy Finance Team.

The role will include a hybrid working arrangement with a combination of home and office working based at White Rose Park, Leeds.

This role will be supporting the Finance Manager Income & Central Reporting to help ensure robust and accurate financial management and reporting are completed at all times.

The Financial Management team provides finance support to budget holders across the organisation by providing robust financial reports and quality assured financial information, high quality financial advice, with financial management support to Business Units, costing advice, cost information and financial benchmarking information to managers.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

• Provide day to day routine support to the LCH Finance Team.
• Calculate and input accruals and prepayments in accordance with the internal monthly accounts timetable.
• Investigate queries from staff, external customers/suppliers and patients, providing assistance and advice in a professional and timely manner.
• Undertake the Invoice Query Manager (IQM) role for the Trust. Act as the first point of contact for queries relating to non-purchase order invoices both internally and externally. Direct invoices to the correct person for coding and investigate any payment related queries.
• Raise sales orders and support the management of the receivables policy and procedure.
• Assist with month end and annual accounts process ensuring that proper records are maintained to support the audit of the accounts by the statutory auditor.

This role is fixed term until 31st March 2027.

For questions about the role, please contact Richard Stephenson - Finance Business Partner [email protected]

Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.

About us

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust:

Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job:

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work:

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.

Desirable

• Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and organised Pharmacy Assistant to join our busy GP practice team. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a safe, efficient and patient-focused prescription service, working closely with both our Reception and Pharmacy teams.

Key responsibilities include processing prescription requests, maintaining accurate patient records using the EMIS clinical system, responding to patient enquiries by telephone and email, and resolving routine prescription queries in line with practice policies and standard operating procedures.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and IT skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care within a fast-paced primary care environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of an essential NHS service while developing your skills within a supportive practice team.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for processing prescription requests accurately using the EMIS clinical system, maintaining electronic patient records, and ensuring all prescription-related documentation is completed to a high standard. You will act as a key point of contact for patients, carers, community pharmacies and healthcare professionals, helping to resolve routine prescription queries and ensuring an effective service is provided at all times.

Working both independently and as part of a team, you will use your strong organisational and communication skills to manage prescription requests, maintain accurate electronic filing systems, and support the ongoing development of prescription processes. You will also contribute to service improvement initiatives and practice developments that enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

The role includes monitoring medication storage temperatures and stock levels, liaising with suppliers and community pharmacy teams, responding to telephone and email enquiries, and escalating more complex issues to senior pharmacy staff when appropriate. You will also support the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures and help ensure service continuity during periods of staff absence.

This position requires excellent attention to detail, the ability to prioritise workload effectively, and a professional, compassionate approach when dealing with patients and colleagues. The post holder will interact regularly with patients, family members, practice staff, community pharmacy teams, external organisations and members of the wider healthcare community through verbal, written and electronic communication.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a busy healthcare environment and is committed to delivering outstanding patient service.

Working Pattern: 20 hours, Monday - Thursday 8am - 1pm

Interview Date: Friday 13th November 2026

For further information please contact: Lisa Sydenham Operations Manager, [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Job summary

An excellent opportunity for a pharmacist with a passion for improving the lives of those experiencing mental health conditions has arisen at AWP. This role requires a dynamic, enthusiastic pharmacist with good communication skills, to integrate themselves into both the pharmacy team and the clinical teams, with a base in the Salisbury area.

The role involves working with healthcare professionals including nurses, doctors and AHPs within inpatient and community teams, as well as colleagues in primary care. The role will focus on collaborative working, supporting the Locality Lead Pharmacist to improve the AWP clinical pharmacy service securing better outcomes for our patients.

The post holder will work closely with clinical pharmacists in different localities, lead pharmacy technicians and the senior pharmacy leadership to develop and deliver the Medicines Optimisation agenda.

The role will be based at Fountains Way Hospital, Salisbury; however, there may be the need to travel to other sites within the AWP geography. Remote clinical cover to other clinical services within AWP will also be required, and discussed on appointment to role.

Main duties of the job

Provision of a clinical pharmacy service to inpatient wards and community teams across the Salisbury & Wiltshire localities.

Provision of specialist pharmaceutical expertise to MDTs and answering of medicines information enquiries.

Attend multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings and ward rounds

Participation in the education and training of all grades of staff within the Trust on issues concerned with medicines.

Provide advice and information about medicines to service users and carers

Participate in audits and projects to review and improve the pharmacy service

The AWP pharmacy service supplies medication and provides clinical support to wards and teams across our core catchment area. We have two dispensaries: one in Calne (Wiltshire) and one at Callington Road Hospital (Bristol). As well as managing the medicines supply chain in the trust, we support the safe and effective use of medicines throughout the organisation through our clinical work, enquiry answering, medicines governance activity and many other roles. The team are friendly, dynamic and evolving, with aspirations to improve patient care across the AWP geography. Support from other experienced mental health pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is always available.

About us

We are the lead provider of healthcare for people with serious mental illness, learning disabilities and autism across Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES), Swindon and Wiltshire, and Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

We aim to provide High Quality, Compassionate Care everywhere, every day. This means our services will be safe, clinically effective and provide a positive all-round experience for our patients, families and carers. And we believe passionately in treating everyone with kindness, respect and empathy.

Key to this is providing a supportive and safe environment for our 4,000 staff where we all feel welcome and able to do the best we can for those we support. Our staff and teams work incredibly hard delivering services across more than 90 locations, covering 2,200miles, to more than 1.8million people.

At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

342-BACP-1026

Job locations

Fountains Way Hospital

Wilton Road

Salisbury

SP2 7FD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

n conjunction with the Locality Lead Pharmacist(s) provide, monitor and support development of specialist clinical pharmacy services to in-patient and community mental health teams. Provide clinical pharmacist cover to other units when required.

Clinically screen prescriptions to ensure the safe, efficient, evidence-based and rational use of medicines in line with the Trust formulary, mental health policies and departmental policies so that risks to patients are minimised. To check prescriptions against Consent to Treatment forms to ensure they comply with the Mental Health Act. Advise on therapeutic and physical health monitoring as indicated.

Undertake sessions within the Calne dispensary when required.Under the direction of the Locality Lead Pharmacist(s), manage, review and improve the medicines supply chain for particular specialist areas for example clozapine, long-acting injections, self-medication.

Provide specialist pharmaceutical expertise to multidisciplinary teams and answer medicines information enquiries appropriate to the level of the post which will involve literature searches and the production of oral and written responses.

With the Locality Lead Pharmacist and local Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician(s) maintain and develop a reliable and efficient medicines supply chain to the teams in the locality. Identify and resolve difficulties through liaison with the relevant dispensary and locality team(s).

Provide advice and support to ensure that treatment with physical health medication is safe, cost-effective and in line with the local acute trust formulary.

Follow the Trust procedure on Medicines Reconciliation when service users change care settings to ensure a smooth and safe transition, without inadvertent changes in medication.

Support discharge planning from inpatient units to provide a smooth and safe transition of care. Proactively screen requests for discharge medication within the locality whenever possible. With involvement from the dispensary, Locality Lead and Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician, develop one-stop dispensing practices if appropriate.

Please see Job Description for further details.

Job description Job responsibilities n conjunction with the Locality Lead Pharmacist(s) provide, monitor and support development of specialist clinical pharmacy services to in-patient and community mental health teams. Provide clinical pharmacist cover to other units when required. Clinically screen prescriptions to ensure the safe, efficient, evidence-based and rational use of medicines in line with the Trust formulary, mental health policies and departmental policies so that risks to patients are minimised. To check prescriptions against Consent to Treatment forms to ensure they comply with the Mental Health Act. Advise on therapeutic and physical health monitoring as indicated. Undertake sessions within the Calne dispensary when required.Under the direction of the Locality Lead Pharmacist(s), manage, review and improve the medicines supply chain for particular specialist areas for example clozapine, long-acting injections, self-medication. Provide specialist pharmaceutical expertise to multidisciplinary teams and answer medicines information enquiries appropriate to the level of the post which will involve literature searches and the production of oral and written responses. With the Locality Lead Pharmacist and local Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician(s) maintain and develop a reliable and efficient medicines supply chain to the teams in the locality. Identify and resolve difficulties through liaison with the relevant dispensary and locality team(s). Provide advice and support to ensure that treatment with physical health medication is safe, cost-effective and in line with the local acute trust formulary. Follow the Trust procedure on Medicines Reconciliation when service users change care settings to ensure a smooth and safe transition, without inadvertent changes in medication. Support discharge planning from inpatient units to provide a smooth and safe transition of care. Proactively screen requests for discharge medication within the locality whenever possible. With involvement from the dispensary, Locality Lead and Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician, develop one-stop dispensing practices if appropriate. Please see Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifactions

Essential

• Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited British School of Pharmacy, or recognised equivalent
• Registered Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Post-graduate qualification in clinical or mental health pharmacy (diploma or MSc) or willing to undertake this qualification.

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in mental health pharmacy
• Non-medical prescriber

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working within a hospital pharmacy department post qualification with associated development of excellent clinical pharmacy skills
• Knowledge of the pharmacological treatment options for different mental health conditions including their adverse effects

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal skills for communicating with pharmacy team members, service users and carers, and other healthcare professionals
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff both within pharmacy and the wider MDT
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Competent with standard information technology and associated tools, e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and calculation skills.
• Ability to access, review and process complex clinical and mental health pharmacy information from appropriate sources.
• Ability to critically appraise information and clinical papers
• Good problem solving skills
• Good time management and prioritization skills
• Working knowledge of relevant medicines and pharmacy related legislation

Person Specification Qualifactions Essential Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited British School of Pharmacy, or recognised equivalent Registered Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council Post-graduate qualification in clinical or mental health pharmacy (diploma or MSc) or willing to undertake this qualification. Desirable Post-graduate qualification in mental health pharmacy Non-medical prescriber Experience Essential Significant experience of working within a hospital pharmacy department post qualification with associated development of excellent clinical pharmacy skills Knowledge of the pharmacological treatment options for different mental health conditions including their adverse effects Knowledge and Skills Essential Excellent written and verbal skills for communicating with pharmacy team members, service users and carers, and other healthcare professionals Ability to work collaboratively with other staff both within pharmacy and the wider MDT Evidence of continuing professional development Competent with standard information technology and associated tools, e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and calculation skills. Ability to access, review and process complex clinical and mental health pharmacy information from appropriate sources. Ability to critically appraise information and clinical papers Good problem solving skills Good time management and prioritization skills Working knowledge of relevant medicines and pharmacy related 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.

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fountains Way Hospital

Wilton Road

Salisbury

SP2 7FD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fountains Way Hospital

Wilton Road

Salisbury

SP2 7FD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Community Learning Disabilities Team on the Isle of Wight are seeking applications from highly motivated individuals to work as a Behaviour Analyst within the Intensive Support Team. This a permanent, full-time position.

In this role, you will lead the clinical pathway work within the Intensive Support Team (IST) in providing a high standard of specialist and highly skilled approach to understanding why behaviours of concerns are being exhibited and the provision of person specific strategies to enhance quality of life. You will lead in promoting Positive Behaviour Support across the service, and be responsible for co-ordinating and overseeing the work, influencing clinical decisions, and monitoring the quality of patient care provided.

Please contact Richard Thomas for more information. We look forward to receiving your applications!

Main duties of the job

*To undertake and contribute to specialist assessments of service users referred to the team based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including; historical information, Functional Assessment, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care.

*To formulate and implement plans for the formal treatment and/or management of a client's presenting problems, based upon a behavioural conceptualisation of the client's situation, and employing methods based upon evidence of efficacy, across the full range of care settings.

*To be responsible for implementing a range of interventions based on Positive Behaviour Support for individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining clinical formulations drawing upon Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.

*Respond to urgent situations and unpredictable service user needs across a range of situations.

*Act as an advocate on behalf of the individual service users and where possible promote self-advocacy, within the boundaries of the professional's role.

*Establish and maintain positive professional relationships with service users, family, and carers.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Undergraduate qualification related to learning disabilities and/or autism
• *Post Graduate qualification at Masters level related to Positive Behaviour Support and/or Applied Behaviour Analysis
• *Accreditation to the Society of Behaviour Analysis (SBA)

Desirable

• *Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of working with Adults or Children with Learning Disability or Autism in any job role
• *Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings.

Desirable

• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse

Additional information

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).

Job summary

Looking for a rewarding career in MRI Scanning?Highly motivated and forward thinking?Looking to work with a supportive and friendly team?

If so come and visit us in Doncaster where vacancies have arisen for MRI radiographers to work across all hospital sites. If you have excellent communications skills , this is an exciting opportunity to join our fabulous team.

The successful candidates will be enthusiastic about the challenges of a busy working and constantly changing environment, and must have the ability to remain calm under pressure .

This is a demanding role, which will involve dealing with patients who are very ill or distressed, therefore good interpersonal skills are essential. You will be expected to work flexibly, participating in an extended 7-day service and will be required to travel to all sites as required. Working hours will be in line with the needs of the service, and may be subject to change in the future, therefore a flexible approach is essential.

If you are interested in this excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge , and believe you have the skills, experience and attitude to be a part of our MRI team, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note - a training post may be offered to applicants demonstrating the requisite level of interest.

Main duties of the job

With an improved staff structure and career development opportunities we are offering exciting and challenging opportunities for hard working and dynamic radiographers to join our friendly, dedicated and hardworking team MRI Team.

We are looking for enthusiasm, excellent communication skills and a genuine desire to support the MRI service. You must provide exceptional clinical and professional standards, consistently deliver the highest quality patient-focused care and demonstrate evidence of on-going CPD. A comprehensive training programme will be offered to radiographers wishing to specialise in this field.

Candidates should be HCPC registered and hold an appropriate qualification in Radiography. Training will be offered to applicants who demonstrate the requisite level of interest, motivation and commitment but have limited or no experience in MRI scanning. A flexible approach is essential in line with promoting the extended working day / week to benefit patient care.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

272-8289964

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Informary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK.

Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Certificate of sponsorship Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex information appropriate to the recipient's level of understanding, empathise with and reassure patients/carers who may be distressed and equality of care to patients/carers regardless of medical or social issues.
• Ability to communicate with patients/carers where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing, learning difficulties)

Desirable

• Evidence of staff mentoring / support
• Aware of national guidance regarding breaches for diagnostic waits including ED targets and 2ww pathways
• Adaptable to a changing environment, able to cope with the demands of evolving and sometimes unpredictable workload

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC Registration
• ENIC statement of comparability
• Documented evidence of CPD
• DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography

Desirable

• Post Graduate Certificate (Masters Level) in MRI Imaging

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an imaging department
• Experience across a range of imaging modalities

Desirable

• Experience of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• 1 years post qualification experience
• Demonstration of earlier interest in MRI Scanning
• Experience of 'out of hours'/ on call working

Person Specification Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Ability to communicate complex information appropriate to the recipient's level of understanding, empathise with and reassure patients/carers who may be distressed and equality of care to patients/carers regardless of medical or social issues. Ability to communicate with patients/carers where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing, learning difficulties) Desirable Evidence of staff mentoring / support Aware of national guidance regarding breaches for diagnostic waits including ED targets and 2ww pathways Adaptable to a changing environment, able to cope with the demands of evolving and sometimes unpredictable workload Qualifications & Training Essential HCPC Registration ENIC statement of comparability Documented evidence of CPD DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography Desirable Post Graduate Certificate (Masters Level) in MRI Imaging Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience of working in an imaging department Experience across a range of imaging modalities Desirable Experience of Magnetic Resonance Imaging 1 years post qualification experience Demonstration of earlier interest in MRI Scanning Experience of 'out of hours'/ on call 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.

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).

Additional information 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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Informary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Informary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Children's Occupational Therapy Assistant

£33,262 - £36,027 Inclusive HCAS pa pro rata

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Bromley Healthcare's Children's Occupational Therapy team. Working alongside qualified Occupational Therapists, you will support children and young people to develop independence, participation and functional skills within education settings.The role forms part of Bromley's Experts at Hand (EaH) model, a key element of the borough's SEND reform programme. EaH is a nationally recognised approach that brings specialist expertise directly into mainstream schools and early years settings, helping education staff build confidence, capacity and inclusive practice. The model focuses on early identification, timely intervention and improved outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.Working under the supervision of qualified Occupational Therapists, you will deliver therapeutic programmes, model strategies within classrooms, support group interventions, prepare resources, collect outcome data and contribute to training activities. You will support schools to implement the EaH offer and embed occupational therapy approaches into everyday practice.The post requires close collaboration with education staff, families and multidisciplinary colleagues across health, education and social care, helping children and young people access the right support at the right time while promoting participation, independence and inclusion.

Main duties of the job

• ToassistOccupational therapists by engaging in assessment and intervention sessions focusing on activities of daily living as directed by the therapist.

• To carryout sessions independently, which may be visits to homes,schoolsand nurseries, to providesupport and carryover of strategies as needed. This includes modelling the use of resources and advice, complete task analysis, and reviewing goals with the Occupational Therapist.

• To facilitate and support group interventions and deliver interventions provided by the Occupational Therapy service, under the E@H offer. This will be under the direction of the therapist but completed independently without direct supervision.

• To manage the treatment of children as delegated by the therapist often working without direct supervision, and responsible forengaging and motivating children,monitoring patient progress,modifying therapyprogrammesand approaches, and reporting back to the therapist of any changes or seeking advice as appropriate.

• To employappropriate approachestosupport school and nursery staff to follow advice andencourage others toengage in more inclusive andneurodiverse practices.

• To aid the therapist in the preparation and management of intervention groups forchildren.

Interviews expected to be held week commencing 9th Nov 26

About us

Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,262 to £36,027 a year Inclusive HCAS pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

848-BHC-302-26

Job locations

Phoenix CRC

Masons Hill

Bromley

BR2 9JG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description & person specification relating to the role of Children's Occupational Therapist

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description & person specification relating to the role of Children's Occupational Therapist

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to A level Standard / NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• GCSE grade A-C or equivalent level of literacy and spoken English

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Training

Essential

• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Training relating to children's health or education.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children in education or healthcare settings.
• Experience of working in a team environment.
• Experience of running groups/facilitating sessions.

Desirable

• Knowledge of child development, conditions and impact on participation and function.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to A level Standard / NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent. GCSE grade A-C or equivalent level of literacy and spoken English Desirable Care Certificate Training Essential Evidence of CPD Desirable Training relating to children's health or education. Experience Essential Experience of working with children in education or healthcare settings. Experience of working in a team environment. Experience of running groups/facilitating sessions. Desirable Knowledge of child development, conditions and impact on participation and function.

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

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Phoenix CRC

Masons Hill

Bromley

BR2 9JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Phoenix CRC

Masons Hill

Bromley

BR2 9JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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