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We have an exciting part time opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Wymott, a Category C male prison located in Leyland. Ideally needs to be a car driver due to location of the prison

HMP Wymott has capacity of around 1,100, and has a varied and complex population.

There are two separate pharmacy teams within the prison healthcare service: the dispensary team, which is based within the healthcare department, and the wing-based pharmacy technician team.

This role sits within the wing-based team, which consists of five members of staff and operates directly on the prison wings.

HMP Wymott Offers:

• Onsite parking
• Access to onsite gym
• Careers and development opportunities

Hours:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
• 07:30 - 5.30pm
• Potential weekends as and when required

Salary:

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £34,428 - £41,658 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

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:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 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 they 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.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

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.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bank Housekeeping Assistant to join our Housekeeping Team. As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant, your role will be supervised by the Housekeeping Supervisor and will report the Housekeeping Manager.

Staff benefits include shuttle bus, and more Read more below

Main duties of the job

Your role will be to provide a high standard of housekeeping and accommodation service across site. You will provide excellent levels of cleanliness that are consistent throughout the site.

As part of the site services team the role holder will be expected to liaise with managers and staff across the Trust. The role holder is expected to work closely with the other members of the facilities team and assist in covering in the laundry, in the deep clean team or other works as and when required.

You will be a natural and enthusiastic housekeeper working not only as part of a team but also individually. This is a chance for an outstanding candidate to make a significant and lasting difference to the lives of thousands of children and families.

Interview Date: Week commencing 5th October 2026

About us

About Us

The Childrens Trust is the UKs leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.

Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.

Staff Benefits

The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, adoption pay, time off for fertility treatment, enhanced paternity leave, paid carers leave, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms, time off for gender reassignment.

We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.

Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic, dynamic, and motivated Nutritionist with Mental Health experience delivering weight management and health promotion. This role will contribute to the development, provision, and coordination of the Adult Weight Management programme within the Lifestyle Service for adults aged 18 and over with serious mental illness delivered across the county of Staffordshire.

We support the whole Staffordshire area. The successful candidate may be based in any area of Staffordshire but will need to be open to travel and supporting teams across the area as required. Predominantly the South of the county.

This community-based service will be centred on supporting participants to lead healthier lives. The service offers a personalised care package for adults only with serious mental illness, with a focus on those who need support to lose and maintain a healthy weight, via face to face or digital offerings.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for providing high quality participant-centred care and working within a multi-disciplinary specialist team. Providing expert nutrition advice, underpinned by a sound knowledge of the principles of behaviour change, you will support adults across Staffordshire, to make and maintain health related behaviour changes.

The successful candidate will be:

Minimum 2 years experience of delivering specialist care and treatment to adults over 18 years with mental illness

Passionate about providing high quality care and support.

Able to deliver high standard nutritional care and advice within community-based weight management services.

Delivering one to one and group interventions, for participants who are obese, who may also have co-morbidities / complex needs.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and have current registration with the Association of Nutritionists or BDA

About us

Everyone Health Ltd supports people to live healthier lives. We offer advice and guidance and our evidence based prevention and treatment solutions enable individuals to take action to make a positive change. Our behaviour change dynamic services are co-designed by our service users as we continually strive to make a difference.

Mostly we are a company full of passionate individuals who love to help people achieve their health goals.

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Stocken, a category C Prison located in Oakham.

Hours

• Monday - Sunday service
• Weekdays 7.30am - 5.30pm
• Weekends and Bank Holidays 8.30am - 5.30pm

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,658 per annum - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

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:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 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 they 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.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

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.

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Job summary

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to work for Rethink Mental Illness as a Health and Wellbeing Coach (HWBC) within the secure forensic inpatient wards at Ridgeway, Roseberry Park Hospital.

Main duties of the job

The role will form part of a new Integrated Care Mental Health team, delivering low level therapeutic interventions. The postholder will support people with mental illnesses in the self-management of their recovery, building a professional relationship of trust in a non-judgmental manner with every client, as a basis for developing and enabling therapeutic relationships.

This role involves providing support based on mental health coaching, motivational interviewing, change management, psychoeducation (including around wider health and substance issues), grounding and emotional regulation. This ranges from providing informal information, 1 to 1 support, enablement of engagement with other professionals, facilitating group activities and forums and ad hoc support for those experiencing emotional distress.

They will work alongside the other staff in the mental health team to deliver high quality, mental health support during an individuals time in Ridgeway at Roseberry Park Hospital and in onward planning for their discharge into the community.

The Postholder will be offered a full induction to the TEWV setting and to the Rethink organisation, which will include HWBC training packages and will have ongoing, regular supervision delivered by a Senior HWBC. Rethink staff will have access to the free onsite parking and free onsite gym/ staff fitness sessions.

If this is something you think you would be interested in, please apply now!

About us

Rethink Mental Illness will work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) to pilot a new Integrated Care Mental Health team with the postholder being co-located onsite at Ridgeway, Roseberry Park hospital, working directly onto the wards Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm.

Job summary

We are delighted to announce new posts in Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapy in Lincolnshire due to increased funding from the East Midlands Cancer Alliance. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to work within the Head and Neck Cancer service in ULTH, assessing, treating and managing a caseload of patients with Head and Neck Cancer and a range of speech, swallowing and voice difficulties, including tracheostomy and laryngectomy.

This is a fixed term 18-month post.

This role provides great opportunities to work closely with colleagues within ENT, Maxillofacial and Oncology teams as well as colleagues in Dietetics, Radiology and CNS team to provide joint patient clinics in a supportive environment across the whole of the head and neck cancer pathway.

Please see our video of a day in the life of a current H&N SLT:

Emily - SALT

Main duties of the job

The post holder will independently manage a Head and Neck Cancer caseload, including attending weekly MDT clinics with teams from Lincoln and Nottingham present, offering outpatient appointments to assess and manage a range of speech, voice and swallowing difficulties at all stages of the head and neck cancer pathway, inputting into instrumental dysphagia assessments (FEES and Videofluoroscopy) and prioritising the patients with the highest level of Speech and Language Therapy needs for input.

About us

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust is in the top 25 per cent of all community trusts for overall staff engagement in the 2021 NHS National Staff Survey.

At LCHS, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in LCHS' workforce.

LCHS recognises the increasing demand for more flexibility in working practices in order to accommodate the personal goals and commitments that employees experience at different stages during their working lives. Flexible working opportunities such as part-time working, compressed hours, job shares, and hybrid working models can help staff to balance their personal and work commitments. Arrangements can be put in place if it can be shown that the needs of the individual can be balanced with those of the service and the impact on other team members, enabling the Trust to recruit and retain skilled staff, raise staff morale, reduce absenteeism and respond to changing service needs more effectively.

We are an ambassador of a learning culture that will support the right individual to progress in their chosen career through an 'earn while you learn' apprenticeship programme. Visit our Learning and Development page to find out more https://www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk/join-us/learning-and-dev

Job summary

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+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting part time opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Wymott, a Category C male prison located in Leyland. Ideally needs to be a car driver due to location of the prison

HMP Wymott has capacity of around 1,100, and has a varied and complex population.

There are two separate pharmacy teams within the prison healthcare service: the dispensary team, which is based within the healthcare department, and the wing-based pharmacy technician team.

This role sits within the wing-based team, which consists of five members of staff and operates directly on the prison wings.

HMP Wymott Offers:

• Onsite parking
• Access to onsite gym
• Careers and development opportunities

Hours:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
• 07:30 - 5.30pm
• Potential weekends as and when required

Salary:

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £34,428 - £41,658 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

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:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 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 they 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.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

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.

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Job summary

The Community Forensic Team is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to work with adults who have significant mental health needs and who may have offended or present a risk to others. The primary focus of the role is to promote recovery, reduce risk, support social inclusion, and contribute to public safety through effective assessment, intervention, and care coordination.

The post holder will work collaboratively with service users to enhance their wellbeing, independence, and safe integration within the community. They will undertake comprehensive social care assessments, develop person-centred care plans, and support individuals to access appropriate services and opportunities.

The Social Worker will work closely with families, carers, stakeholders, and members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to assess and manage risk, safeguard individuals and others, uphold human rights, and support safe community living. The role also involves partnership working with health, social care, housing, criminal justice, and voluntary sector agencies to ensure coordinated and effective care delivery.

Main duties of the job

The overall purpose of the role is to promote recovery, support safe community living, reduce risk, protect the public, and improve outcomes for adults with complex mental health and forensic needs through effective social work practice and multi-agency collaboration.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Job summary

The Lincolnshire Electronic Assistive Technology (EATS) Service provides a specialist service for adults and children with complex physical and/or communication disabilities. Members of the multidisciplinary team carry out assessments, make recommendations and provide equipment and systems which aim to promote independence, participation and improve quality of life. Along with communication devices, the Service provides assessment, provision and maintenance of Environmental Controls (EC) equipment and Advanced Computer Access to Lincolnshire. Leicestershire and Northamptonshire residents.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and caring Clinical Technologist to join our multi-disciplinary team of Clinical Technologists, Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills in a friendly, busy service that covers the East Midlands area.

Main duties of the job

To participate in, and support, the multidisciplinary clinical assessment of patients with complex physical disabilities.

To assemble, install and commission electronic assistive equipment in patients' homes or for mobile use, to address individual needs for safety, security, communication, environment and access to electronic information systems.

To provide on-going support for patients by providing training, maintaining equipment in good working order and by making any adjustments necessary to meet changing needs.

To take an integral part in the development of processes to ensure delivery of a high quality electronic assistive technology service.

To participate in ongoing training and development of the service, yourself and your colleagues.

About us

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust is in the top 25 per cent of all community trusts for overall staff engagement in the 2021 NHS National Staff Survey.

At LCHS, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in LCHS' workforce.

LCHS recognises the increasing demand for more flexibility in working practices in order to accommodate the personal goals and commitments that employees experience at different stages during their working lives. Flexible working opportunities such as part-time working, compressed hours, job shares, and hybrid working models can help staff to balance their personal and work commitments. Arrangements can be put in place if it can be shown that the needs of the individual can be balanced with those of the service and the impact on other team members, enabling the Trust to recruit and retain skilled staff, raise staff morale, reduce absenteeism and respond to changing service needs more effectively.

We are an ambassador of a learning culture that will support the right individual to progress in their chosen career through an 'earn while you learn' apprenticeship programme. Visit our Learning and Development page to find out more https://www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk/join-us/learning-and-dev

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience £37,338

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

818-CYP447

Job locations

Fen House, North Hykeham

Lincoln

LN6 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Assessment Assists as required in multidisciplinary clinical assessment by selecting and providing appropriate electronic assistive equipment and configuring this to functionally assess patients physical, cognitive and sensory abilities. Identifies suitable patient-equipment interfaces and measures physical requirements for the patient (e.g. response time, force, spatial accuracy). Gives advice on the feasibility and impact on the patients environment of providing particular functions (e.g. door entry phone, mounting of display screen on wheelchair). Documents the technical requirements of the prescription and agrees these with other members of the multidisciplinary team. Agrees with the patient, carer and assessment team the date on which equipment will be installed having regard to service standards. Where possible proceeds with equipment commissioning immediately on completion of the assessment.

Procurement and Management of Equipment Assists in the technical and clinical assessment of devices to be included on the departments preferred product list. Sources non-standard equipment for specific patient needs. Supervises others to undertake acceptance testing of new equipment in accordance with Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency requirements, including electrical safety testing of medical devices. Supervises others to clean, decontaminate and refurbish used equipment, removing personal settings and information and restoring to standard configuration. Tests to ensure suitability for re-issue.Commissioning of Equipment Interprets results of a team members assessment in order to produce a system design to satisfy the patients prescription in compliance with the EATS team policies and procedures. Assembles and installs the patient interface, providing appropriate physical mounting on the wheelchair, bed or on freestanding mounts. Inspects for hazards and where necessary tests for stability. Installs ancillary equipment (e.g., intercoms, remote control telephones) ensuring cabling is fixed in a safe and aesthetically acceptable manner. Installs and configures hardware, software (e.g. operating system, virus protection software) and application packages (e.g., symbolic communication vocabulary) and domestic wireless networks. Tests individual packages and the system as a whole. Configures the system software to meet the functional requirements and physical, sensory and cognitive abilities of the patient. Where the controlled equipment is complex configures the system to provide appropriate access to desired functions Tests overall installation to ensure that it is in full working order before leaving the premises. Trains the patient and their carers in the use of the system ensuring that reliable operation is achieved. Customises instruction templates to provide patients and carers with written instructions relating to the specific system that has been installed. Advises householders in writing of any hazards (e.g. faulty domestic wiring) encountered while working in the home.Maintenance and On-going Support Investigates and prioritises breakdown reports. Makes repairs to, or substitution of, failed equipment in a timely manner so as to minimise risk to patients. Arranges and monitors repair by manufacturers where in-house repair is not possible. Participates in an out-of-working-hours response call rota to take calls from patients and carers and to attend the patients home to rectify the problem if necessary. Undertakes preventative maintenance ensuring compliance with departmental service standards and with legislative requirements. Reviews the patients use of the system ensuring that needs are met on an ongoing basis. If necessary, reviews the prescription and implements changes including the provision of additional devices where necessary to meet changing patient need. Decommissions equipment from the homes of deceased patients in a manner sensitive to the needs of relatives, ensuring that electrical services are left safe and making good where necessary.Record Keeping and Documentation Maintains in the patients Clinical Record, either directly or by reference to model files, sufficient documentation to satisfy the Technical File requirements of the Medical Devices Regulations. Makes electronic copies of system configurations and stores according to the EATS team procedures and uses to repair/recover failed systems. Updates the departments information system so as to maintain traceability and service history for medical and other devices in use. Documents clinical information in a concise and accurate manner in the Clinical Record in accordance with Trust note keeping policies.Maintains the confidentiality of clinical information in accordance with the Trusts data protection policy. Develops written procedures for the commissioning, maintenance and refurbishment of equipment and assists in the development of other departmental procedures.Health and Safety at WorkTakes all reasonable care to avoid injury to self and others by work activities and cooperates with management in meeting statutory requirements. Provides assistance and support to any member of staff in difficulty.Risk ManagementUndertakes individual risk assessment and management whenever installing, reviewing or adjusting electronic assistive equipment, documenting the findings and actions taken in the Clinical Record.Exercises vigilance and investigates incidents and potential incidents using the appropriate reporting channels.Employs good practice in equipment management, following departmental procedures where applicable and documenting the reason for deviation from these.Is aware of current Safety Notices and acts accordingly.Follows good practice with respect to infection control.Communications and Working Relationships (Internal and external)Communicates with patients making adjustments for speech and sensory impairments.Communicates with relatives and carers in such a way that the function, purpose and requirements for effective use of the equipment is understood.Cooperates and communicates with colleagues within the department adopting a flexible approach to meeting patients needs in a timely manner.Works closely with multidisciplinary teams supporting individual patients to ensure a coordinated approach to equipment provision and support.Liaises with manufacturers and suppliers of equipment to resolve problems and to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of equipment availability and performance.Liaises with wheelchair staff/contractors to gain agreement on the means of mounting and interconnection of equipment.Teaching & TrainingDelivers workshop sessions and supports trainees within the department.Trains staff, both from within the department and from other services, on the use, commissioning and care of specific equipment.Participates in publicising the work of the service through presentations to visiting groups, publications and general liaison with other disciplines and outside agencies where appropriate. Takes responsibility for own training understanding own areas of need and sourcing appropriate training to meet these needs.

This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable number of applications is received.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Assessment Assists as required in multidisciplinary clinical assessment by selecting and providing appropriate electronic assistive equipment and configuring this to functionally assess patients physical, cognitive and sensory abilities. Identifies suitable patient-equipment interfaces and measures physical requirements for the patient (e.g. response time, force, spatial accuracy). Gives advice on the feasibility and impact on the patients environment of providing particular functions (e.g. door entry phone, mounting of display screen on wheelchair). Documents the technical requirements of the prescription and agrees these with other members of the multidisciplinary team. Agrees with the patient, carer and assessment team the date on which equipment will be installed having regard to service standards. Where possible proceeds with equipment commissioning immediately on completion of the assessment. Procurement and Management of Equipment Assists in the technical and clinical assessment of devices to be included on the departments preferred product list. Sources non-standard equipment for specific patient needs. Supervises others to undertake acceptance testing of new equipment in accordance with Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency requirements, including electrical safety testing of medical devices. Supervises others to clean, decontaminate and refurbish used equipment, removing personal settings and information and restoring to standard configuration. Tests to ensure suitability for re-issue.Commissioning of Equipment Interprets results of a team members assessment in order to produce a system design to satisfy the patients prescription in compliance with the EATS team policies and procedures. Assembles and installs the patient interface, providing appropriate physical mounting on the wheelchair, bed or on freestanding mounts. Inspects for hazards and where necessary tests for stability. Installs ancillary equipment (e.g., intercoms, remote control telephones) ensuring cabling is fixed in a safe and aesthetically acceptable manner. Installs and configures hardware, software (e.g. operating system, virus protection software) and application packages (e.g., symbolic communication vocabulary) and domestic wireless networks. Tests individual packages and the system as a whole. Configures the system software to meet the functional requirements and physical, sensory and cognitive abilities of the patient. Where the controlled equipment is complex configures the system to provide appropriate access to desired functions Tests overall installation to ensure that it is in full working order before leaving the premises. Trains the patient and their carers in the use of the system ensuring that reliable operation is achieved. Customises instruction templates to provide patients and carers with written instructions relating to the specific system that has been installed. Advises householders in writing of any hazards (e.g. faulty domestic wiring) encountered while working in the home.Maintenance and On-going Support Investigates and prioritises breakdown reports. Makes repairs to, or substitution of, failed equipment in a timely manner so as to minimise risk to patients. Arranges and monitors repair by manufacturers where in-house repair is not possible. Participates in an out-of-working-hours response call rota to take calls from patients and carers and to attend the patients home to rectify the problem if necessary. Undertakes preventative maintenance ensuring compliance with departmental service standards and with legislative requirements. Reviews the patients use of the system ensuring that needs are met on an ongoing basis. If necessary, reviews the prescription and implements changes including the provision of additional devices where necessary to meet changing patient need. Decommissions equipment from the homes of deceased patients in a manner sensitive to the needs of relatives, ensuring that electrical services are left safe and making good where necessary.Record Keeping and Documentation Maintains in the patients Clinical Record, either directly or by reference to model files, sufficient documentation to satisfy the Technical File requirements of the Medical Devices Regulations. Makes electronic copies of system configurations and stores according to the EATS team procedures and uses to repair/recover failed systems. Updates the departments information system so as to maintain traceability and service history for medical and other devices in use. Documents clinical information in a concise and accurate manner in the Clinical Record in accordance with Trust note keeping policies.Maintains the confidentiality of clinical information in accordance with the Trusts data protection policy. Develops written procedures for the commissioning, maintenance and refurbishment of equipment and assists in the development of other departmental procedures.Health and Safety at WorkTakes all reasonable care to avoid injury to self and others by work activities and cooperates with management in meeting statutory requirements. Provides assistance and support to any member of staff in difficulty.Risk ManagementUndertakes individual risk assessment and management whenever installing, reviewing or adjusting electronic assistive equipment, documenting the findings and actions taken in the Clinical Record.Exercises vigilance and investigates incidents and potential incidents using the appropriate reporting channels.Employs good practice in equipment management, following departmental procedures where applicable and documenting the reason for deviation from these.Is aware of current Safety Notices and acts accordingly.Follows good practice with respect to infection control.Communications and Working Relationships (Internal and external)Communicates with patients making adjustments for speech and sensory impairments.Communicates with relatives and carers in such a way that the function, purpose and requirements for effective use of the equipment is understood.Cooperates and communicates with colleagues within the department adopting a flexible approach to meeting patients needs in a timely manner.Works closely with multidisciplinary teams supporting individual patients to ensure a coordinated approach to equipment provision and support.Liaises with manufacturers and suppliers of equipment to resolve problems and to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of equipment availability and performance.Liaises with wheelchair staff/contractors to gain agreement on the means of mounting and interconnection of equipment.Teaching & TrainingDelivers workshop sessions and supports trainees within the department.Trains staff, both from within the department and from other services, on the use, commissioning and care of specific equipment.Participates in publicising the work of the service through presentations to visiting groups, publications and general liaison with other disciplines and outside agencies where appropriate. Takes responsibility for own training understanding own areas of need and sourcing appropriate training to meet these needs. This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable number of applications is received.

Person Specification

Personal and training

Essential

• Suitable degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or equivalent experience
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Experience of Environmental Control systems and their applications
• Knowledge of iOS Devices Android devices, Windows Based Systems and Apple Mac OS.
• Knowledge of communications technologies and their domestic and personal applications
• Able and willing to drive across the service locality (East Midlands)

Desirable

• Safe use of power tools and hand tools
• Experience of the commissioning and maintenance of Environmental Control and Alternative and Augmentative Communication Systems
• Experience of working in the NHS

Person Specification Personal and training Essential Suitable degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or equivalent experience Experience of working in a healthcare setting Experience of Environmental Control systems and their applications Knowledge of iOS Devices Android devices, Windows Based Systems and Apple Mac OS. Knowledge of communications technologies and their domestic and personal applications Able and willing to drive across the service locality (East Midlands) Desirable Safe use of power tools and hand tools Experience of the commissioning and maintenance of Environmental Control and Alternative and Augmentative Communication Systems Experience of working in the NHS

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

Lincolnshire Community Health Service NHS Trust

Address

Fen House, North Hykeham

Lincoln

LN6 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lincolnshire Community Health Service NHS Trust

Address

Fen House, North Hykeham

Lincoln

LN6 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The role of a higher-level healthcare assistant on Ward A5, is around supporting patients both with their hygiene and dietary requirements, but also supporting their medical needs. This role allows you to develop clinical skills on a daily basis and clinically assess patients to improve their health and wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

As a Higher-Level Healthcare Assistant on Ward A5 you will be encouraged and supported to expand your knowledge and skills by a dynamic senior nursing team and fellow higher level healthcare assistants. You will be caring for patients with a range of surgical conditions, including patients requiring stoma care, catheter care, surgical wounds and complex treatment plans.

About us

Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM). They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation

Our mission is to be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other

Our vision is to be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn

Our approach to healthcare is founded on our four core values:

Kind - we are caring, supporting and respectful to everyone

Open - we are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working

Fair - we listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all

One team - we work well together and with our communities

We employ almost 6,500 people from more than 80 nationalities and are fully committed to being an equal, diverse and inclusive employer. Our culture and values ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and that no job applicant or employee is disadvantaged at any stage of their journey.

We are also proud to be an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists and families.

Working at NCM means becoming part of a dedicated team of clinical and support staff who are passionate about keeping people well and supporting wellbeing. If you share our values and are motivated by making a difference for our patients, we'd be delighted to receive your application

Job summary

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic dramatherapist to cover maternity leave 1 day a week in our adult community mental health team in St Albans supporting adults who experience complex mental health difficulties. . You will be working closely with the other dramatherapist and the art therapists in the local team, and will be part of the wider arts therapies team.

The post holder will hold an active caseload offering both individual and/or group dramatherapy. This post is well supported in terms of space, equipment, CPD opportunities, managerial, clinical and professional supervision.

Main duties of the job

To work as an autonomous clinical specialist within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) in St Albans, Hertfordshire, providing dramatherapy assessment and intervention to service users with complex mental health needs, including personality disorder, complex trauma and psychoses

To assess, plan, undertake and evaluate dramatherapy as appropriate through group and/or individual sessions, in accordance with service user care plans and contribute to MDT review processes.

. The main responsibilities of this post are:

• The assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of both individual and/or group Dramatherapy sessions for community and where clinically appropriate.
• Management of the waiting list
• The completion of risk assessments and patient records
• Integration and attendance to primary MDT meetings.
• To be available to clinically supervise other dramatherapists and placement manage students as required.
• Lead on service innovation as delegated by the Arts Therapies Leadership Team or line manager

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from the Care Quality CommissionOur family of over 4,000 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Job summary

We welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.

The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary CYPMHS Eating Disorders Team, assisting in the provision of a high-quality service to children and young people (CYP) experiencing eating disorders and other mental health difficulties.

The role requires skills in jointly assessing, planning, organising, reviewing and assisting in delivering evidence-based interventions, to provide eating disorder and mental health support, as agreed with supervising clinician(s). This work will be in accordance with clinical governance processes and professional standards.

Psychologically informed evidence-based interventions will be offered to clients where appropriate alongside Eating Disorder clinicians and under the supervision of an experienced Clinical Psychologist.

All staff should comply with the Trust's Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and Diversity.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Assistant Psychologist (AP) is to implement and maintain collection and processing of service data and support service audit and development (approx.60% of job role), as well as to provide direct and indirect clinical interventions for young people experiencing mental health difficulties (approx. 40% of job role, in line with candidate's experience and development). The AP will assist with and co-deliver psychological interventions under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.

The post holder cannot hold clinical responsibility for cases and would work under the supervision of an experienced clinician.

The Assistant Psychologist will be supported to undertake clinical work as a member of the CYPMHS Eating Disorders Service for children and/or adolescents, under supervision from a Nurse/Psychiatrist or Therapist. For the psychologically-informed aspect of the role the Assistant Psychologist will be supported in clinical responsibility in their work under supervision from a Clinical Psychologist

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Job summary

If youre looking to take your nursing or paramedic career in a new direction, we offer a dynamic and innovative pathway with excellent opportunities for progression and comprehensive training. The role involves working not only in your base Custody Suite but also across your designated region within Police Custody Suites and the wider Force area. No previous forensic experience is required, as full training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

As a qualified nurse or paramedic, you can take your career in an exciting new direction by supporting some of societys most vulnerable individuals within the criminal justice system. We believe everyone deserves high quality healthcare, and were looking for passionate clinicians who share this commitment and want to grow their clinical and forensic skills.

Working closely with the Police in custody suites, youll play a crucial role in delivering expert care to detainees. With 24/7 service coverage and a strong, supportive team, youll make a real difference every day.

About us

Alongside a Scottish Widows pension, youll enjoy access to a Blue Light Card and Mitie MiDeals, offering thousands of shopping, leisure and lifestyle discounts. Your health and wellbeing are supported through a Virtual GP service and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. Mitie Choices also allows you to tailor your benefits, including extra holiday, dental and health plans, critical illness cover and discounted gym membership. You can take part in share schemes such as Save as You Earn and the Share Incentive Plan, and outstanding performance is recognised through the Mitie Stars awards, with vouchers worth hundredsor even thousandsof pounds. You can also earn £500 each time you refer a successful new colleague.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£41,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

E0059-104210

Job locations

Melksham Station

Hampton Park

Melksham

SN12 6QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Salary £41,500 per year

• £1000 bonus when completed 12 months service.

• Full time - this entails fixed shift working in a team rota pattern of 4 shifts on and 4 days off: 06:45 to 19:00 for 2-day shifts followed by 2-night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, Rolling rota available 2 years in advance.

• Part time - this entails fixed shift working: 06:45 to 19:00 for day shifts and night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, working in a team rota pattern of 2-day shifts on, 8 days off, 2 nights, 4 days off. Rolling rota available 2 years in advance.

• These patterns are contractually agreed with the customer: whereas there may be opportunities for a part-time or mutually agreed Bank contract, we require all employees to work full shifts, and part-time employees still need to carry out some Night shifts.

• Average estimated overtime £3500 per annum

• NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Job description Job responsibilities Salary £41,500 per year £1000 bonus when completed 12 months service. Full time - this entails fixed shift working in a team rota pattern of 4 shifts on and 4 days off: 06:45 to 19:00 for 2-day shifts followed by 2-night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, Rolling rota available 2 years in advance. Part time - this entails fixed shift working: 06:45 to 19:00 for day shifts and night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, working in a team rota pattern of 2-day shifts on, 8 days off, 2 nights, 4 days off. Rolling rota available 2 years in advance. These patterns are contractually agreed with the customer: whereas there may be opportunities for a part-time or mutually agreed Bank contract, we require all employees to work full shifts, and part-time employees still need to carry out some Night shifts. Average estimated overtime £3500 per annum NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN, RGN or (RMN with dual registration):2 years post qualification - Band 5 minimum
• Paramedic 2 years post qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role within a relevant field: General Practice, A & E, Emergency Medicine, acute medicine, Walk in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Ambulance Service
• Driving Licence (required)
• Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK BritishPassportor ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting

Person Specification Qualifications Essential RN, RGN or (RMN with dual registration):2 years post qualification - Band 5 minimum Paramedic 2 years post qualification. Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role within a relevant field: General Practice, A & E, Emergency Medicine, acute medicine, Walk in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Ambulance Service Driving Licence (required) Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK BritishPassportor ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting

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

Care & Custody - A Mitie Company

Address

Melksham Station

Hampton Park

Melksham

SN12 6QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Care & Custody - A Mitie Company

Address

Melksham Station

Hampton Park

Melksham

SN12 6QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and innovative Occupational Therapist to join HPFT as the Mental Health Occupational Therapy Professional Lead for our new Experts at Hand (EaH) service.

EaH is a jointly delivered early-help model funded by Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) and developed in partnership with HCT. The service is evolving to provides structured, consistent support to children, young people, staff and systems across mainstream educational settings (0-25), bringing together OTs, SaLTs, EPs and specialist teachers.

We are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health OT with strong leadership capability and substantial experience in CYP mental health. You will shape and embed the Mental Health (MH) OT offer within EaH, lead the MH OT team, and ensure high-quality, evidence-based assessment and intervention.

You will thrive in a collaborative, multi-agency environment and be passionate about improving participation, emotional wellbeing and functional outcomes for children and young people.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a new, high-impact model that will shape early-help support across Hertfordshire. If you are ready for a strategic leadership role and want to make a meaningful difference, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will play a key role in shaping and embedding the Experts at Hand (EaH) model, leading the development of the Mental Health Occupational Therapy offer and providing professional leadership to the MH OT team to ensure service priorities are delivered effectively.

Working as part of the EaH team, the postholder will ensure that Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention are well-managed, evidence-based and delivered in line with professional standards and best practice. The role includes supporting high-quality clinical delivery across mainstream educational settings and contributing to service development, quality improvement and workforce capability.

The postholder will work closely with HPFT Mental Health OTs, HCT Sensory and Functional OTs, SaLTs, EPs, specialist teachers, assistants, MHSTs and mainstream education settings, as well as wider system partners across health, education and social care.

This role provides a unique opportunity to lead a new, funded, system-wide model that strengthens early intervention and improves outcomes for children and young people across Hertfordshire.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£59,798 to £67,020 a year per annum, pro rata (Inclusive of 5% HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

367-CYP-101723

Job locations

Rosanne House, Parkway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts , AL8 6HG

Rosanne House, Parkway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts , AL8 6HG

Welwyn Garden City

AL8 6HG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of clinical post registration training
• Practice Placement qualification/APPLE accreditation

Desirable

• Membership of RCOT, including specialist section
• Solution Focussed Brief Therapy training
• AMPS/ESI/SI training

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working with children, young people and their families with occupational performance challenges and sensory needs at clinical B7 level
• Understanding and knowledge of English school systems and the SEND reforms.
• Highly Specialist knowledge and experience of using and applying the Model of Human Occupation assessment tools, or others appropriate to area.
• Experience of other specialist Occupational Therapy assessment tools, e.g. AMPS, Pool Activity Levels

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disability in a variety of health and social care settings
• Previous experience of having worked at Band 8A level

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Evidence of clinical post registration training Practice Placement qualification/APPLE accreditation Desirable Membership of RCOT, including specialist section Solution Focussed Brief Therapy training AMPS/ESI/SI training Experience Essential Post registration experience working with children, young people and their families with occupational performance challenges and sensory needs at clinical B7 level Understanding and knowledge of English school systems and the SEND reforms. Highly Specialist knowledge and experience of using and applying the Model of Human Occupation assessment tools, or others appropriate to area. Experience of other specialist Occupational Therapy assessment tools, e.g. AMPS, Pool Activity Levels Desirable Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disability in a variety of health and social care settings Previous experience of having worked at Band 8A level

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rosanne House, Parkway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts , AL8 6HG

Rosanne House, Parkway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts , AL8 6HG

Welwyn Garden City

AL8 6HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rosanne House, Parkway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts , AL8 6HG

Rosanne House, Parkway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts , AL8 6HG

Welwyn Garden City

AL8 6HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Be at the heart of our community!

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Band 6 Social Workerto join us in delivering community mental health care within the Dacorum area of Hertfordshire - Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, Tring and surrounding villages.

The area is well served with transport links to historic Hertfordshire and its glorious countryside as well as into London and beyond. We are looking for a Social Worker who is passionate about care delivering care to adults with mental health issues.

We would welcome applications from London based Social Workers looking to move to this idyllic part of the county.

You MUST BE a registered with Social Work England and you must have a full UK driving licence and access to a car in order to apply for this role.Previous applicants need not apply. This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract

For an informal chat, please contact Service Line lead Helen Dudeney 01442 275 646

Main duties of the job

As a Social Worker, you will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, providing high quality social care services to adults of all ages experiencing mental ill-health.

The core functions of the role will be to provide assessment, care planning and coordination of care from a social perspective to adults accessing the service. You will delivery recovery-focusedcare and support to service users and their carers that is focused on the principles of choice, control, and independence, as well as ensuring safety. You will act as a champion of social care and safeguarding in your locality.You will actively address adversity and will support adults at risk of social inclusion and assist adults accessing support to deal with a range of adverse circumstances.

You will actively champion equality and diversity and be expected to challenge discrimination in all it's forms as part of your role.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,000 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum pro rata (5% fringe HCAS included)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

367-ACM-101726

Job locations

The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1LD

39-41 The Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead/St Albans

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be a champion of social care with a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory guidance.

To take a lead in the promotion of adult safeguarding practice and undertake safeguarding enquires and contribute to the provision of care plans that protect both adults and children from abuse.To undertake comprehensive assessments and reviews, for people who may present with a high risk, or those with significant interpersonal, social, legal and/or environmental complexities, ensuring people are assessed appropriately against social care eligibility criteria as defined by The Care Act 2014.To offer direct support to service users and their carers, and to colleagues, through information and advice, to ensure that those who do not meet social care eligibility are appropriately signposted and supported.To ensure that appropriate health and social care services are commissioned with and on behalf of service users, including the duty to offer direct payments, and that processes are in place for service users to be charged by the local authority for the social care services they receive, if applicable.To ensure that commissioned services allow choice to service users and carers and focus on people living in the community with appropriate support and access to universal services.To undertake regular risk assessments and ensure that vulnerable people are kept safe.To undertake carer assessments, including identifying contingency plans, and provision of support.

For full details of the role and responsibilities for this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents attached.

We welcome an informal chat or visit to our lovely team!

Job description Job responsibilities To be a champion of social care with a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory guidance. To take a lead in the promotion of adult safeguarding practice and undertake safeguarding enquires and contribute to the provision of care plans that protect both adults and children from abuse.To undertake comprehensive assessments and reviews, for people who may present with a high risk, or those with significant interpersonal, social, legal and/or environmental complexities, ensuring people are assessed appropriately against social care eligibility criteria as defined by The Care Act 2014.To offer direct support to service users and their carers, and to colleagues, through information and advice, to ensure that those who do not meet social care eligibility are appropriately signposted and supported.To ensure that appropriate health and social care services are commissioned with and on behalf of service users, including the duty to offer direct payments, and that processes are in place for service users to be charged by the local authority for the social care services they receive, if applicable.To ensure that commissioned services allow choice to service users and carers and focus on people living in the community with appropriate support and access to universal services.To undertake regular risk assessments and ensure that vulnerable people are kept safe.To undertake carer assessments, including identifying contingency plans, and provision of support. For full details of the role and responsibilities for this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents attached. We welcome an informal chat or visit to our lovely team!

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• An appropriate professional social work qualification
• Education to degree level
• Registration with Social Work England
• Training in principles and application of outcomes focussed assessments and personalisation
• Relevant post-qualifying training for social workers
• Training and experience in Safeguarding

Desirable

• Approved Mental Health Professional/Best Interests Assessment Training

AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Strong post qualification experience
• Knowledge of legislation, theory and policy in relation to relevant care group
• Experience of undertaking assessments, focussed as personalisation, choice and control, and care planning
• Understanding and experience of personal budgets and direct payments
• Experience of multidisciplinary working and ability to work collaboratively
• Experience of partnership working with service users and carers, demonstrating dignity and respect

Desirable

• Experience of work as Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Best Interests Assessor

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Excellent ability to communication with a wide range of stakeholders including service users and carers, other professional colleagues, members of other organisations and local communities, verbally and in writing
• Ability to manage highly sensitive information
• Experience of using electronic recording systems and ability to produce accurate, appropriate and timely reports

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to analyse service user and carer information
• Experience of undertaking small scale audits and surveys

PHYSICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)
• Ability to visit and attend meetings at a variety of locations and environments

Person Specification KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Essential An appropriate professional social work qualification Education to degree level Registration with Social Work England Training in principles and application of outcomes focussed assessments and personalisation Relevant post-qualifying training for social workers Training and experience in Safeguarding Desirable Approved Mental Health Professional/Best Interests Assessment Training AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Essential Strong post qualification experience Knowledge of legislation, theory and policy in relation to relevant care group Experience of undertaking assessments, focussed as personalisation, choice and control, and care planning Understanding and experience of personal budgets and direct payments Experience of multidisciplinary working and ability to work collaboratively Experience of partnership working with service users and carers, demonstrating dignity and respect Desirable Experience of work as Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Best Interests Assessor COMMUNICATION SKILLS Essential Excellent ability to communication with a wide range of stakeholders including service users and carers, other professional colleagues, members of other organisations and local communities, verbally and in writing Ability to manage highly sensitive information Experience of using electronic recording systems and ability to produce accurate, appropriate and timely reports ANALYTICAL SKILLS Essential Ability to analyse service user and carer information Experience of undertaking small scale audits and surveys PHYSICAL SKILLS Essential Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving) Ability to visit and attend meetings at a variety of locations and environments

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1LD

39-41 The Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead/St Albans

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1LD

39-41 The Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead/St Albans

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or CBT Therapist, at Band 8a work for ourAdult Community Services, based in Hemel Hempstead. You will be joining our Staffing Team within HPFT - Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.

The post holder will ensure the provision of a specialist psychology service to clients with severe and enduring mental health difficulties within the quadrant, and provide expertise, advice and consultation on clients' psychological care to other members of the team. You will work closely with the local psychology team and the range of psychological therapy colleagues within the service setting and work effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.

We are particularly keen in hearing from people with training in psychological interventions for psychosis and bipolar disorder or a willingness and interest in training in these approaches. You will be asked to provide supervision to band 7 Psychologists and trainee Psychologists.

HPFT provides services for service users with mental health, learning disability and children's and adolescent mental health problems. Applicants should have some experience of working in a healthcare setting.HPFT has a range of healthcare settings across the County and therefore access to a car would be beneficial unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving

Main duties of the job

Undertake specialist psychological assessment and treatment of adults with complex mental health difficulties

Provide expertise in a specialist clinical or research area and to offer advice and consultation on clients' psychological care to other members of the teams in relation to the area of expertise

Work closely with the local psychologist teams, and the range of psychological therapy colleagues within the service setting

Work effectively as a member of multi-disciplinary teams

Work autonomously within professional practice guidelines and Trust policies and procedures

Propose and implement policy and service development, undertake research, service evaluation and audit for own team/service and to contribute to the training of clinical/counselling psychologists and others

Ensure that systems are in place and working effectively for the clinical and professional supervision and support of trainee psychologists, more junior psychologists and other staff within the services for which the post-holder has designated professional / supervisory responsibility

All applicants need to hold a valid Professional Registration and can evidence this.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£59,798 to £67,020 a year per annum, pro rata (Inclusive of 5% HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

367-ACM-101727

Job locations

The Marlowes Health and Wellbeing Service

39-41 Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide specialist psychological assessments of clients referred to the teams, based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.

Formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/or management of a clients complex mental health problems, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems, and employing methods based upon evidence of efficacy, across the full range of care settings.

Be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions including CBT for individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.

Evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group. This evidence-based approach includes monitoring outcomes, modifying and adapting interventions drawn from a range of theoretical models.

Exercise autonomous professional responsibility within HCPC guidelines for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychologically based standard care plans.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person specification KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Essential criteria

• At least two years full-time post-registration experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment with clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature.
• Full registration
• Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or fully completed training as a Counselling Psychologist. AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE: Essential criteria Experience of working with severe mental health problems, including: medically unexplained symptoms, physical health problems, and personality difficulties. Assessed experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of adults of working age with a wide range of presentations of varying severity. Typically this would involve a minimum of 2 years at specialist level, or its equivalent demonstrated through application and interview. Experience working within a multi- disciplinary therapy service. PHYSICAL SKILLS Essential criteria Car Driver DESIRABLE SKILLS
• Experience in neuropsychological assessment
• Undertaking specialist autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) assessment to investigate possible diagnoses; to undertake additional training for this if needed and work as part of the autism assessment group within the Trust
• Training in psychological interventions for psychosis and bipolar disorder or a willingness and interest in training in these approaches

Job description Job responsibilities Provide specialist psychological assessments of clients referred to the teams, based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care. Formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/or management of a clients complex mental health problems, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems, and employing methods based upon evidence of efficacy, across the full range of care settings. Be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions including CBT for individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses. Evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group. This evidence-based approach includes monitoring outcomes, modifying and adapting interventions drawn from a range of theoretical models. Exercise autonomous professional responsibility within HCPC guidelines for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychologically based standard care plans. Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required Person specification KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Essential criteria At least two years full-time post-registration experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment with clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature. Full registration Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or fully completed training as a Counselling Psychologist. AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE: Essential criteria Experience of working with severe mental health problems, including: medically unexplained symptoms, physical health problems, and personality difficulties. Assessed experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of adults of working age with a wide range of presentations of varying severity. Typically this would involve a minimum of 2 years at specialist level, or its equivalent demonstrated through application and interview. Experience working within a multi- disciplinary therapy service. PHYSICAL SKILLS Essential criteria Car Driver DESIRABLE SKILLS Experience in neuropsychological assessment Undertaking specialist autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) assessment to investigate possible diagnoses; to undertake additional training for this if needed and work as part of the autism assessment group within the Trust Training in psychological interventions for psychosis and bipolar disorder or a willingness and interest in training in these approaches

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or fully completed training as a Counselling Psychologist.
• Proven full-time post-registration experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment with clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature.
• Full registration with Health Professions Council
• Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice including CBT.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in neuropsychological assessment.
• Assessed experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of adults of working age with a wide range of presentations of varying severity. Typically, this would involve proven experience specialist level, or its equivalent demonstrated through CV and interview.
• Experience of working with moderate to severe mental health problems, including medically unexplained symptoms, physical health problems, and personality difficulties.
• Demonstrate further specialist clinical experience and training through a minimum of 50 hours of clinical supervision while working as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist over a sustained period of post-qualification practice, or an agreed alternative.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or fully completed training as a Counselling Psychologist. Proven full-time post-registration experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment with clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature. Full registration with Health Professions Council Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice including CBT. Experience Essential Experience in neuropsychological assessment. Assessed experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of adults of working age with a wide range of presentations of varying severity. Typically, this would involve proven experience specialist level, or its equivalent demonstrated through CV and interview. Experience of working with moderate to severe mental health problems, including medically unexplained symptoms, physical health problems, and personality difficulties. Demonstrate further specialist clinical experience and training through a minimum of 50 hours of clinical supervision while working as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist over a sustained period of post-qualification practice, or an agreed alternative.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes Health and Wellbeing Service

39-41 Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes Health and Wellbeing Service

39-41 Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to offer 2 rotational posts for Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist keen to develop their skills with adult patients with acquired communication and swallowing impairments. The post is based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, a large state of the art teaching hospital. The successful applicants will have opportunities to rotate amongst all 3 teams - Acute, Neurosciences, Head & Neck/Voice. Full dysphagia training will be provided.

You will join a supportive and motivated team who are enthusiastic and innovative and are committed to evidence based practice. Regular team meetings, support and supervision ensure a high quality of service is provided by you and the team as a whole. The team also has strong links with the University of East Anglia, including the School of Health Sciences and Medical School. These links offer exciting opportunities for professional and personal development.

Main duties of the job

As post holder your duties will include:

• To provide Speech and Language Therapy assessment, differential diagnosis, and treatment for adults with acquired communication and swallowing disorders.

• To provide education, training and advice to patients, carers, other health care professionals and voluntary organisations.

• To be involved in undertaking audits of the provision of speech and language therapy services within the designated team.

Within our Team:

• You will be joining a friendly and motivated team committed to providing high quality patient care.
• Regular team meetings and supervision will ensure that you are well supported.
• An excellent opportunity to acquire and develop dysphagia skills in a supported environment

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Job summary

We welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate person to join our Community Learning Disabilities Team, covering East Norfolk. This role of Occupational Therapy Assistant will include supporting people with learning disabilities to develop their independence, build on their strengths and achieve meaningful goals in their everyday lives. Previous experience in this area would be beneficial, but is not essential. We welcome applicants with limited direct experience who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and able to demonstrate transferable skills.

Your development of knowledge and confidence within the role will be supported by your line manager, a band 6 Occupational Therapist. You will be part of an Occupational Therapy Team, consisting of a band 7 team lead and 3 band 6s, which is part of the wider service across Norfolk.

The East Norfolk area covers a large geographical area, including Wells-next-the-Sea, Great Yarmouth, Diss, Wymondham. Therefore the post holder will need to hold a full driving licence and have access to their own vehicle. You will be located at one of our 3 bases (Attleborough, Greyfriars and Kelling), which base can be negotiated at interview.

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapy Assistant is a valued member of the Community Learning Disability Team, supporting Occupational Therapists to deliver person-centred, evidence-based interventions that promote independence, participation, health, and wellbeing for adults with learning disabilities. Working under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist, the post holder contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation, and review of occupational therapy interventions that enable individuals to engage in meaningful daily activities, develop life skills, and achieve their personal goals. The role involves working collaboratively with service users, families, carers, support providers, and multidisciplinary team colleagues to reduce barriers to participation, promote inclusion, and enhance quality of life. The Occupational Therapy Assistant supports individuals across a range of community settings, helping them to maximise their independence, maintain occupational performance, and participate fully in their chosen roles and activities. This includes contributing to the delivery of occupational therapy pathways, supporting therapeutic programmes, monitoring progress, and maintaining accurate clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational standards.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

367-LDF-101734

Job locations

Greyfriars House

Greyfriars Way

Great Yarmouth

NR30 2QE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To plan and facilitate occupationally based 1:1s and groups guided by an Occupational Therapist.
• To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activities guided by an Occupational Therapist.
• To carry out specific Occupational Therapy assessments as guided by an Occupational Therapist.
• To promote a culture of engagement in meaningful occupation within the service in order to enhance quality of life.
• To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values.
• To provide feedback to the team regarding observed occupational performance during a session which will contribute to assessment and therapeutic interventions.
• To maintain clinical records using the electronic patient record system.
• To liaise with carers and other professionals as relevant.
• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.
• To attend mandatory training.
• To undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with your supervisor.
• To keep a record of your training and development activities.
• The role is primarily worked during standard office hours; however, occasional flexibility may be required to meet service needs

Clinical Responsibility

To work effectively as a member of a team in providing therapeutic activities using a person centered and occupationally based approach.

To provide core Occupational Therapy advice, intervention and support given to service users and their carers under guidance of the Occupational Therapist.

To provide timely feedback to the MDT regarding the service users wellbeing and occupational performance.

To use technical / creative skills to engage service users in meaningful and appropriate activities to promote independence, recovery and well-being.

Under guidance of an Occupational Therapist, facilitate and deliver planned group-work and individual activities.

Under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist provide ongoing assessment and adjustment of clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users.

Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.

To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.

To contribute to risk assessments with regards to service users and clinical environment.

To report incidents, safeguarding concerns, complaints and compliments.

To actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.

To actively participate in safety huddles and de-brief sessions as appropriate.

• To adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, the Trusts Code of Conduct for Non-qualified Staff and all other relevant policies and procedures.

Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: To plan and facilitate occupationally based 1:1s and groups guided by an Occupational Therapist. To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activities guided by an Occupational Therapist. To carry out specific Occupational Therapy assessments as guided by an Occupational Therapist. To promote a culture of engagement in meaningful occupation within the service in order to enhance quality of life. To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values. To provide feedback to the team regarding observed occupational performance during a session which will contribute to assessment and therapeutic interventions. To maintain clinical records using the electronic patient record system. To liaise with carers and other professionals as relevant. To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. To attend mandatory training. To undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with your supervisor. To keep a record of your training and development activities. The role is primarily worked during standard office hours; however, occasional flexibility may be required to meet service needs Clinical Responsibility To work effectively as a member of a team in providing therapeutic activities using a person centered and occupationally based approach. To provide core Occupational Therapy advice, intervention and support given to service users and their carers under guidance of the Occupational Therapist. To provide timely feedback to the MDT regarding the service users wellbeing and occupational performance. To use technical / creative skills to engage service users in meaningful and appropriate activities to promote independence, recovery and well-being. Under guidance of an Occupational Therapist, facilitate and deliver planned group-work and individual activities. Under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist provide ongoing assessment and adjustment of clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards. To contribute to risk assessments with regards to service users and clinical environment. To report incidents, safeguarding concerns, complaints and compliments. To actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal. To actively participate in safety huddles and de-brief sessions as appropriate. To adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, the Trusts Code of Conduct for Non-qualified Staff and all other relevant policies and procedures.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION TRAINING

Essential

• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role within setting
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated packages
• A Levels and/or Health and Social Care NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• Degree in relevant subject

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems
• Ability to work autonomously

Desirable

• Experience of working in a OT related setting
• Experience of leading groups and 1:1 interventions
• Experience of service user and carer involvement in the development of services
• Knowledge of Recovery principles
• Functional Assessment Training

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 1. COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to provide and receive sensitive information regarding services users care and social situation
• Strong communication skills written and verbal
• Knowledge of and ability to use a range of communication skills to overcome barriers to engagement
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Knowledge of appropriate professional relationships and boundaries
• Ability to teach practical skills

Desirable

• Presentation Skills
• Second language (other than English)

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 2. ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Good problem solving and clinical judgement skills
• Ability to respond and adjust appropriately to the changing needs of service users
• Good Observational skills

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of using the Model of Human Occupation Assessment tools

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 3. PHYSICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to use a range of IT equipment relevant to the role.
• Ability to engage in a range of physical activities
• Car Driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 4. PHYSICAL EFFORT

Essential

• Appropriate level of fitness to undertake all tasks within the role including RESPECT techniques unless you have a disability defined by the Equality Act
• Appropriate level of fitness to undertake moving and handling tasks required for the role
• Car Driver - ability to drive for extended periods of time (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 5. MENTAL EFFORT

Essential

• Ability to concentrate, respond appropriately to interruptions and meet deadlines

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 6. EMOTIONAL EFFORT

Essential

• Regular requirement to deal with distressing or emotionally charged situations.
• Good personal self-awareness

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding of the value of activity to personal wellbeing
• Values Motivational Personal Qualities Diversity oWelcoming oKind oPositive oRespectful

Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION TRAINING Essential Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role within setting Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated packages A Levels and/or Health and Social Care NVQ level 3 or equivalent Desirable Degree in relevant subject PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems Ability to work autonomously Desirable Experience of working in a OT related setting Experience of leading groups and 1:1 interventions Experience of service user and carer involvement in the development of services Knowledge of Recovery principles Functional Assessment Training SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 1. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Essential Ability to provide and receive sensitive information regarding services users care and social situation Strong communication skills written and verbal Knowledge of and ability to use a range of communication skills to overcome barriers to engagement Ability to work effectively in a team Knowledge of appropriate professional relationships and boundaries Ability to teach practical skills Desirable Presentation Skills Second language (other than English) SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 2. ANALYTICAL SKILLS Essential Good problem solving and clinical judgement skills Ability to respond and adjust appropriately to the changing needs of service users Good Observational skills Desirable Knowledge and experience of using the Model of Human Occupation Assessment tools SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 3. PHYSICAL SKILLS Essential Ability to use a range of IT equipment relevant to the role. Ability to engage in a range of physical activities Car Driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving) SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 4. PHYSICAL EFFORT Essential Appropriate level of fitness to undertake all tasks within the role including RESPECT techniques unless you have a disability defined by the Equality Act Appropriate level of fitness to undertake moving and handling tasks required for the role Car Driver - ability to drive for extended periods of time (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving) SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 5. MENTAL EFFORT Essential Ability to concentrate, respond appropriately to interruptions and meet deadlines SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITY 6. EMOTIONAL EFFORT Essential Regular requirement to deal with distressing or emotionally charged situations. Good personal self-awareness ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Essential Demonstrate an understanding of the value of activity to personal wellbeing Values Motivational Personal Qualities Diversity oWelcoming oKind oPositive oRespectful

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Greyfriars House

Greyfriars Way

Great Yarmouth

NR30 2QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Greyfriars House

Greyfriars Way

Great Yarmouth

NR30 2QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Lawford Surgery is looking for a healthcare assistant (HCA) to join the practice in this vital patient-facing role with both clinical and administrative responsibilities. The role is offered on a part-time basis for approximately 27.5 hours per week, however we can be flexible and hours can be discussed.

Main duties of the job

• Wound care, venepuncture, phlebotomy, undertaking ECGs, health checks. Please note that applicants must be qualified and competent in phlebotomy and venepuncture.
• Ensure that all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session.
• Update patient health records.
• Ensure that medical supplies are in stock.
• Act as a chaperone where required.
• Assist GP during the performance of minor operations.
• Communicate with patients, relatives, and carers including providing valuable health promotion and education.
• New patient health checks.

The role will offer you the opportunity to build on your experience, skills and competence, requiring you to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

About us

Lawford Surgery is a semi-rural dispensing practice, with approximately 5,500 patients, located in the village of Lawford, Manningtree, Essex. We pride ourselves on maintaining a positive, friendly and supportive working environment where colleagues work closely together, value each others contributions, and are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while supporting one anothers wellbeing. Lawford Surgery is part of North Colchester PCN, working closely together sharing ARRS staff roles to support each member surgery.

Job summary

About You

Are you a qualified PWP looking for a move and a new challenge? Are you keen to demonstrate your passion, enthusiasm and clinical expertise and join a service that supports and invests in you?

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NHS Talking Therapies in St Albans and Hemel Hempstead are recruiting a qualified PWP.Please note that appointment to a Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (QPWP) post is conditional upon candidates holding current PWP accreditation at the time of appointment. Candidates who have completed their training but have not yet received their accreditation will not be eligible to be appointed into a QPWP position. In these circumstances, any offer would be made on a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner basis until accreditation has been formally confirmed. Upon receipt of the required accreditation, the post can then be reviewed and transferred to a QPWP position. We encourage applicants to clearly indicate their accreditation status within their application and provide evidence of accreditation where available.

Main duties of the job

Should I Apply?

If you feel you meet the following criteria then we would like to hear from you:

• A qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
• Registered with the BABCP/BPS (or can provide evidence of application)
• Significant experience of working with people with mental health difficulties in a healthcare setting
• A commitment to inclusive and anti discriminatory practice
• Able to work on site in St Albans or Hemel Hempstead at least two days a week and access other areas of Hertfordshire on occasion.

Where Would I Be Based?

You would be based in St Albans or Hemel Hempstead and would be part of a very well established, experienced and supportive team. This post is a hybrid-working role and there would be an expectation for the post holder to attend the office for a minimum of two days a week and deliver 10% of clinical contacts outside the normal 9-5 hours.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is an outstanding organisation with ambitions to match. We are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from the Care Quality Commission, and our aim is to be the leading provider of mental health and specialist learning disability services in the country.

Our family of over 3500 members of staff provide health and social care for over 400,000 people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. We also deliver a range of nationally commissioned specialist services including Tier 4 services for children and young people, perinatal services, plus medium and low secure learning disabilities services.

The care we provide makes a fantastic difference to the lives of our service users, their families and carers - everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Our Trust values are:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Job summary

Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HTFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

To comply with safeguarding regulations we are only able to accept applicants from candidates who are over 18.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Healthcare Assistants to join our Humbelievable bank and support services throughout the Trust.

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is seeking experienced Band 3 Healthcare Assistants to join our Bank Workforce.

Primarily the shifts for this service mainly operate within our Mental Health units based at Newbridges, Miranda House, Mill View Court / Lodge, Maister Court, Cottingham Road, Hull.

However, as a member of our bank you will be able to pick up shifts trust wide.

To apply for this position, please ensure that you have the right to work in the UK. This role is NOT eligible for sponsorship as it is a zero hour contract.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Deliver high-quality personal care and support to patients
• Assist with mobility, nutrition, and hygiene needs
• Monitor and record vital signs and observations
• Support clinical teams in a variety of settings, including inpatient wards and community services
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families
• Work flexibly across shifts to meet service needs

About You

We're looking for individuals who:

• Have previous experience in a healthcare setting (essential)
• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Are compassionate, reliable, and adaptable
• Can commit to working flexibly between December and March
• Are passionate about delivering excellent patient care

Why Join Our Trust Bank Workforce?

• Flexible working to suit your availability
• Access to training and development
• Supportive and inclusive teams
• Opportunity to gain experience across a range of services

About us

We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website

We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.

We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support you'll need to get you started.

We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.

We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and wellbeing support.

From city to countryside, market towns to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer to join our friendly, pharmacy operational team.

We require an experienced individual with drive, enthusiasm, excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and an ability to work under pressure. You should be a team player, able to perform effectively within the pharmacy and wider healthcare settings.

In this role you will be involved in supporting the dispensary team with accurate processing and dispensing of medication requests, contributing to the provision of bulk medication supplies to wards and departments and ensuring the smooth running of the pharmacy dispensary service. As a key member of the pharmacy team, you will be involved in promoting and reflecting the WECARE trust values with colleagues within the department and across the trust.

We would expect applicants to be highly motivated and responsible individuals with a passion for customer service and team work.

In return we can offer support to develop your career within a friendly and supportive team of professionals.

For this role you are required to have completed an NVQ QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent and experience in a pharmacy setting.

If you would like to know more about the post or would like an informal visit, please contact Parvathi Rajput - on 020 8539 5522 ext.25729/25569 via hospital switchboard or via email: [email protected]

Main duties of the job

This post provides the post holder with the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and experience in day-to-day delivery of pharmacy service to patients, in conjunction with the patient services and clinical pharmacy teams. The post holder will be responsible for dispensing inpatient and discharge medicines, stock management and some clinical pharmacy services.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job summary

Are you a passionate and experienced pharmacist ready to make a real difference in a unique and rewarding environment? Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), rated Outstanding by the CQC, is looking for a Clinical Pharmacist (Band 8A) to lead and deliver advanced medicines management services at HMP Ranby.

As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Lead and evaluate comprehensive medicines management services.
• Provide expert clinical pharmacy input across primary care, substance misuse, and mental health.
• Ensure compliance with medicines legislation and governance.

Supervise and support pharmacy technicians and contribute to service development across the East Midlands prison cluster

Professional Development

Don't have your Independent Prescribing (IP) qualification yet?

• We will fund your IP qualification
• You'll receive protected time to attend university training days and assessments

We are committed to your growth and will support your journey every step of the way.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency.

Main duties of the job

What We're Looking For

• GPhC-registered pharmacist with a strong background in clinical pharmacy.
• Experience in secure environments or mental health settings is desirable.

A collaborative, innovative leader who thrives in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

Why Join NHFT?

• Work in a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking organisation.
• Access to excellent NHS pension, generous annual leave, and occupational health and wellbeing services.

Be part of a team that truly lives its mission: "Making a difference for you, with you."

Apply Today

Be part of something extraordinary. Help shape the future of medicines management in secure care.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH480-HMPRAN

Job locations

HMP Ranby

Retford

DN22 8EU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Educated to degree level with MPharm or equivalent, ideally with post graduate development pathway and GPHC registration.
• Extensive experience in medicines management within secure environments, with a strong track record of implementing clinical pharmacy best practices to enhance patient safety and therapeutic outcomes in secure settings.
• Knowledge of medicines management governance requirements within Health in Justice or Secured Environments.

Desirable

• Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team.

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Educated to degree level with MPharm or equivalent, ideally with post graduate development pathway and GPHC registration. Extensive experience in medicines management within secure environments, with a strong track record of implementing clinical pharmacy best practices to enhance patient safety and therapeutic outcomes in secure settings. Knowledge of medicines management governance requirements within Health in Justice or Secured Environments. Desirable Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification Behaviours and Values Essential Ability to work as part of a team. Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Ranby

Retford

DN22 8EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Ranby

Retford

DN22 8EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Regional Paediatric Hands and Upper Limb Service as a Band 7 Advanced Occupational Therapist. The post holder will provide highly specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for children and young people with traumatic hand injuries, congenital hand differences and other complex upper limb conditions.

Working within a specialist multidisciplinary team, the post holder will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and contributing to the ongoing development of a regional tertiary service.

Main duties of the job

• Manage a specialist caseload of children and young people with hand and upper limb conditions.
• Deliver advanced occupational therapy assessment, treatment and rehabilitation programmes.Provide specialist hand therapy interventions, including splinting, orthotic management and functional rehabilitation.
• Work collaboratively with consultant surgeons, therapists, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support children, young people and families to achieve meaningful functional goals and maximise participation in daily activities.
• Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and education activities.

About us

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centered care.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.

Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.

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

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

284-26-8340230-DMRG

Job locations

Birmingham Children's Hospital

Steelhouse Lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.

When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).

Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust. When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable). Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Professional registration as an Occupational Therapist with the HCPC
• Post registration courses/qualifications in subjects relevant to Hands and Upper Limb, for example BAHT courses

Desirable

• Post graduate course/qualifications in leadership

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of treating burns/plastics/hands patients at AfC Band 6 level or equivalent
• Experience of specialist techniques e.g. hand therapy, splinting, pressure therapy
• Supervision of students/junior staff colleagues

Desirable

• Active participation in Hands related special interest groups
• Experience of working with children and young people

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy Professional registration as an Occupational Therapist with the HCPC Post registration courses/qualifications in subjects relevant to Hands and Upper Limb, for example BAHT courses Desirable Post graduate course/qualifications in leadership Experience Essential Previous experience of treating burns/plastics/hands patients at AfC Band 6 level or equivalent Experience of specialist techniques e.g. hand therapy, splinting, pressure therapy Supervision of students/junior staff colleagues Desirable Active participation in Hands related special interest groups Experience of working with children and young people

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 Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Children's Hospital

Steelhouse Lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Children's Hospital

Steelhouse Lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) - Head and Neck Cancers (H&N)We are excited to advertise this Band 6 full-time post at the Royal Berkshire Foundation Trust (RBFT).

This post is split across two clinical areas - the post holder will be a key member of the H&N SLT team, providing input to inpatients and outpatients, in a variety of settings, whilst also contributing to the wider SLT service at the Royal Berkshire Hospital.You will be joining a team of 22 people, comprising of SLTs, SLT assistants, an SLT apprentice and an administrator.This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. Early application is advised.

Main duties of the job

This post is based at the Royal Berkshire Hospital. The post holder will be participating in:

• Contributing to the H&N caseload, providing assessment, therapy and management plans to service users and their families. This will be across inpatient and outpatients, with outpatients being individual SLT clinics, as well as H&N and radiotherapy MDT clinics.
• Working as part of a team.
• Providing supervision and support to other members of the team, where appropriate.
• Contributing to training for other members of the MDT, in relevant areas.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital foundation trusts in the country, and currently touch the lives of half a million patients in the west of Berkshire every year by providing high quality acute medical and surgical services for our local communities.

Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford, and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work, and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent,reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

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

193-8345528NCG

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Please do not hesitate to contact us on the details below should you have any queries during the application process.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role. Please do not hesitate to contact us on the details below should you have any queries during the application process.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent licence to practice
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Registered member of HCPC

CPD

Essential

• Evidence of formal competencies to allow independent management of complex dysphagia, such as the RCSLT competency framework
• Evidence of successful post-graduate study through CPD portfolio

Desirable

• Evidence of competencies in laryngectomy management
• Evidence of competencies in tracheostomy management
• Evidence of competencies in FEES or Videofluoroscopy

Previous Experience

Essential

• At least two years post graduate experience, relevant to this post
• Experience of MDT working
• Changing own practice in response to evidence

Desirable

• experience of working with a H&N caseload post qualification
• Developing and delivery training packages to other disciplines, carers and service users
• Experience of working in an acute and outpatient, fast paced and flexible environment

Skills

Essential

• Well established knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to the specialist area
• Knowledge of standards of record keeping

Desirable

• Awareness of other relevant policies including Vulnerable adult/other relevant legal frameworks.
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance/audit including RCSLT clinical guidelines

Person Specification Education Essential Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent licence to practice Registered member of RCSLT Registered member of HCPC CPD Essential Evidence of formal competencies to allow independent management of complex dysphagia, such as the RCSLT competency framework Evidence of successful post-graduate study through CPD portfolio Desirable Evidence of competencies in laryngectomy management Evidence of competencies in tracheostomy management Evidence of competencies in FEES or Videofluoroscopy Previous Experience Essential At least two years post graduate experience, relevant to this post Experience of MDT working Changing own practice in response to evidence Desirable experience of working with a H&N caseload post qualification Developing and delivery training packages to other disciplines, carers and service users Experience of working in an acute and outpatient, fast paced and flexible environment Skills Essential Well established knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to the specialist area Knowledge of standards of record keeping Desirable Awareness of other relevant policies including Vulnerable adult/other relevant legal frameworks. Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance/audit including RCSLT clinical guidelines

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

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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