Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

Interviews will be held face to face in Warrington week commencing 2nd November 2026.

The GP Assistant will support GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team across Central & West Warrington PCN by carrying out a combination of administrative and basic clinical duties. The role is designed to improve patient access, enhance the efficiency of general practice services, and reduce the administrative burden on clinicians. Responsibilities may include managing patient records, processing clinical correspondence, supporting care coordination, assisting with basic observations and procedures, and ensuring patients receive timely and effective care within a busy primary care environment.

Main duties of the job

A GPA has completed the City and Guilds Certificate. The role is to support the GPs smooth running of clinics by performing the more routine administration and clinical tasks on behalf of the GP freeing up their time to focus on the patient. A summary of duties includes: Phlebotomy Blood pressure monitoring and support in hypertension review clinics Offering patients lifestyle advice in relation to weight, lipid management, alcohol and exercise Information gathering from patients Understanding of clinical indemnity, vicarious liability in relation to personal and professional practice Infection control Maintaining a well-stocked clinical environment Immunisation within PCN vaccination services New patient health checks NHS health checks and enhanced health checks Completion of referral forms to services such as ADHD, autism services, and routine chronic disease referrals such as diabetes eye screening Filing of routine results according to level of training and competency Feno testing

About us

Central and West Warrington PCN is a dynamic team of 7 Practices who have a strong and cohesive relationship:

Causeway Medical Centre

Dallam Lane Medical Centre

Eric Moore Partnership

Folly Lane Medical Centre

Helsby Street Medical Centre

Penketh Health Centre

Westbrook Medical Centre

We are committed to delivering good quality care to our patients.

Our vision is to provide safe, effective and sustainable healthcare for our member practice patient population in partnership with other local healthcare providers

Job summary

We are the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and were here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UKs biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is leading the creation of a world where there are no barriers for people with sight loss. One of our key priorities is to ask people to see sight loss differently, reversing inaccurate perceptions and changing public behaviours so everyone expects equal participation from people with sight loss and the creation of a fully accessible society.

RNIB is pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our Eye Care Support Service in Dorset. This is a rewarding role providing the right individual the opportunity to make a difference every day working with people affected by sight loss.

You will provide critical emotional support, information and guidance face to face within a hospital setting, remotely via digital platforms and in community locations, as required. Each day you will support people affected by sight loss to identify their needs, access information and make informed choices which enable and empower them to maintain their independence.

Admin tasks are a large part of this role, you will create and input accurate patient records into a variety of databases and use Microsoft 365 each day.

Main duties of the job

You will have proven experience of delivering information and advice services working directly with the people you are supporting as well as maintaining professional relationships. Key to this role will be your excellent communication and relationship building skills with patients, clinicians and a wide range of cross sector partners.

You will have the ability to work in different hospital locations as required.

You should be confident to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems. Impeccable record keeping skills are also key to this role.

As an RNIB ECLO, you will also complete the RNIB & City University Eye Clinic Support Studies qualification: essential for the role, access to Clinical Supervision, peer support and the opportunity to support RNIBs priority of no diagnosis without support.

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 27 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11 percent and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

About us

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, candidates are required to submit their CV and a Supporting Statement which responds to the following:

Question 1- What interests you about being an ECLO and what skills and qualities do you feel you would bring to the role?

Question 2 -Using examples, tell us about your experience in delivering advice or information services.

Question 3 -Using examples, demonstrate how you have worked with people using person-centred care approach.

Question 4 -Using examples, tell us how you have worked with colleagues across health, social care or community services demonstrating your understanding of each professionals role.

Question 5 - Using examples and highlighting your communication styles and skills, tells us about your experience of influencing or motivating other professionals, resulting in positive outcomes for customers.

Question 6 - Using examples please demonstrate your IT Literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and your understanding of the importance of Information Governance in handling customer records.

Job summary

Band 5 RMN / OT / Social Work Professional

Exeter City Core Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) Full-Time Substantive Post (37.5 hours per week) Flexible / Hybrid Working Available

We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), or Social Work professionals to join our Exeter City Core CMHTa team known for its dynamic, innovative, and supportive culture.

This is a substantive full-time post with opportunities for flexible and hybrid working, designed to support your professional development and work-life balance. We also welcome preceptee applicants, offering a nurturing environment to gain experience in community mental health practice.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to adults with complex mental health needs in the community.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.
• Conduct assessments, risk evaluations, and reviews in line with clinical governance and safeguarding protocols.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and recovery-focused support.
• Liaise with service users, carers, and external agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

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

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

Our values

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

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

Job summary

Due to additional investment in to our Children's Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) service, we would like to offer you a fabulous opportunity to come and join one of our Locality SLT teams as Band 4 SLT Assistants (SLTA).

We are looking for creative and enthusiastic SLTAs to join our well established SLT service, and we have sessions available in our community and schools teams (mainstream and specialist). Our posts are across Hertfordshire including in Hemel Hempstead, Watford and Stevenage.

The SLT service in Hertfordshire is long established, and we have a reputation for being forward thinking and committed to ongoing service improvement. We embrace change and are driven by the evidence base, neuro-affirming approaches and functional, communication friendly practices.

Our service is jointly commissioned by health and education, allowing us to provide a seamless pathway of care from early years through to schools, specialist provisions and further education settings. We have excellent joint working relationships with our partners in education and a wide range of stakeholders, and we work in partnership with them to deliver interventions at Universal, Targeted and Specialist levels across Hertfordshire. This successful working relationship has helped contribute towards us being awarded with new investment.

*Proposed interview date: 22nd October 2026*

** Previous candidates in the last 6 months need not apply**

Interview location: Howard Court, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1BW

Main duties of the job

The successful applicants will assist SLTs in clinics, mainstream & specialist schools. The role involves delivering individual programmes, group working, developing resources, using IT & undertaking some administrative duties. You will have the opportunity to work with teachers, teaching assistants and health visitors, and to work alongside SLTs and other assistants.

Applicants should have knowledge of normal child development alongside experience of working with children, including those with communication difficulties. Experience of working with, and using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is beneficial. We are looking for applicants who are creative, flexible, possessing good organisational and communication skills and with an ability to work on their own initiative.

We are a friendly and supportive service and have an excellent reputation for the support we provide our staff. We offer:

• A thorough induction period where you will have the opportunity to observe and shadow your team
• Access to regular group clinical supervision and line management supervision
• Informal support from a peer/buddy
• Access to a range of professional development learning opportunities e.g. bitesize tutorials
• A well-established appraisal system
• Opportunities to work alongside other therapists/assistants to deliver evidence based episodes of care to children/young people
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills as a link assistant
• Opportunities to develop your career

About us

Thank You for Considering a Role at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.

We're delighted that you're exploring a career with HCT. As an organisation, we're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and rewarding work environment.

At HCT, we put patients, their families, and carers at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is simple yet powerful: Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities. Our dedicated staff take pride in being Caring, Inclusive and Pioneering, working together to turn this vision into reality.

Working with us comes with a host of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance:

• Generous annual leave(27 days rising to 33 with long service)
• Flexible working arrangements to help balance personal/ professional life, including up to 5 days of carers leave (pro rata)
• Employee Assistance Programmeoffering 24/7 confidential support for personal or work-related issues
• Cycle to Work/Car Lease Schemesto make your commute healthier or easier
• Blue Light Card/NHS Discounts on a wide range of shopping, holidays, and services
• Health and wellbeing support, including free flu jabs, Physiotherapy referrals, eye care vouchers, etc
• Occupational Pension Schemewith competitive benefits
• Enhanced sick pay above statutory entitlements

We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date - Apply now

Job summary

An exciting 12 month fixed term contract opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our friendly and supportive UCR/ Intermediate Care and Community Therapy Team based in Newton Abbot.

You will work as part of an established multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality physiotherapy services across community UCR and intermediate care settings. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to patients' lives while benefiting from strong clinical support and development opportunities.

"This is my dream job. Great team, great location and great patients." - Current Team Member

We're recruiting for an individual to join our Physiotherapy services within our friendly UCR/ Intermediate Care and Community Therapy Team in Newton Abbot. Whether you're already working at Band 6 level or you're an experienced Band 5 ready for the next step, we'd love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy across a range of community settings. You'll work autonomously and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, which includes nurses, paramedics, occupational therapists, social workers, dietitians, and more.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Delivering high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy to support rehabilitation and independence at home.
• Managing your own caseload across a wide range of conditions and levels of complexity.
• Working closely with GPs, Consultants, Nurses, Paramedics, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and other professionals.
• Preventing avoidable hospital admissions and facilitate timely, safe discharges.
• Participating in our supportive weekend rota (no overnight on-call commitment).
• Engaging in internal rotation opportunities, including Urgent Community Response work, to diversify your clinical skills.

About us

Browse our interactive candidate booklet to learn about our staff benefits and what it could be like to work in our Physiotherapy services!

Ready to take your career somewhere extraordinary where stunning coastlines, wild moors, a supportive and forward-thinking team culture meet?

Newton Abbot is a vibrant market town, perfectly located with easy access to Dartmoor National Park, the stunning South Devon coastline, and the cities of Exeter and Plymouth. With great transport links, a lively community atmosphere, and an enviable outdoor lifestyle, it's the perfect place to develop your career and enjoy your time outside work.

Job summary

We are the NHS 111/Select the Mental Health Option service. The service is a 24/7 mental health crisis line for anyone who may be in crisis and in urgent need of help with their mental health.

We are an ageless service operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The shifts are Early 7-3pm, Late 1-9pm Night 20.45-07.15, the success applicant will be required to work a mixture of all shifts.

We are currently recruiting for a NHS 111/Select the Mental Health Option Call Operator Operator to join our busy team. You will be joining a friendly, supportive and dedicated team of Clinicians and Call Operators responding to Sussex-wide callers who require support for their own or others Mental Health difficulties.

All work is telephone based at our offices in Seaford, East Sussex

Main duties of the job

As an NHS 111/Select the Mental Health Option Call Operator you will be trained in a specific triage tool, to be utilised alongside your existing skills, to support callers and where necessary escalate to a clinician or signpost to services across Sussex.

We place a large focus on staff training, including a bespoke induction and plenty of on-going in-house training. You will benefit from a full and robust supervision package, with ample opportunities for group reflection, development and mentoring.

There is no appointment system so the work is fast-paced and varied.

About us

SPFT provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people

Working in Sussex:

• Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns
• Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London
• With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

Key staff survey results include:

• 70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work
• 79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team
• 77% identifying the opportunities to show initiative in their roles

We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, part time hours, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist and inspirational and compassionate leader who is curious, creative and looking for a new opportunity to lead a team of occupational therapists, OT technical instructors and peer support specialists?

We have a Band 7 Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist vacancy at The Chichester Centre.

The Occupational Therapy and Peer Support Team consists of registered occupational therapists, occupational therapy technicians and peer support specialists who are highly valued members of the multi-disciplinary team. We work alongside out allied health professional colleagues in medium secure inpatient service and community forensic healthcare services. The Chichester Centre team place an emphasis on partnership working.

The Chichester Centre specialises in the assessment and treatment of people with complex and enduring mental health needs, who may have had contact with the criminal justice system.

Service users regularly experience stigma for mental health and / or offending history and our role is to develop trusting and safe relationships which balance being compassionate, collaborative and supportive with sound risk assessment and management skills.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

With a focus on recovery, risk assessment, vocation and education, you will lead the occupational therapy and peer support team to support service users to enhance their health and wellbeing, develop valuable life skills and prepare for the next steps in their recovery.

You will:

Lead the OT and peer support team and be a member of the Chichester Centre local leadership team.

Lead on service developments, continuous quality improvement projects and report on OT and peer support performance.

Coordinate the OT therapeutic programme

• Offer a variety of group and individual intervention to enable accurate risk assessment and development and maintenance of service users' skills
• Work alongside colleagues within SPFT forensic healthcare services, the provider collaborative and oversee partnership working with external agencies.
• Develop opportunities for risk assessed engagement in a variety of vocational, educational and recreational - enabling greater opportunities for positive experiences of social inclusion.

About us

The Chichester Centre is a low secure inpatient forensic mental health service, located within walking distance of Chichester City Centre, comprised of three male wards. It is surrounded by beautiful parkland managed by the Chichester Community Development Trust with whom the successfully developed strong links including several volunteer opportunities for service users.

Job summary

Following a successful pilot delivered by Portsmouth City Council alongside Portsmouth CAMHS, we are delighted to announce we are seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist to support the new Intensive Fostering Team.

This role will specifically work within the newly developed Therapeutic Fostering Hub led by Portsmouth City Council. The successful Psychologist will be part of a multi-agency team working alongside a Team Lead, Advanced Social Worker and two Family Support workers.

The role will also be part of the established Specialist Trauma and Relational Therapies (STaRT) team within the Portsmouth Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). STaRT provides a dedicated multi-disciplinary Mental Health Service for Portsmouth children and young people who have experience in care (including unaccompanied minors seeking asylum), Care Leavers, or who are supported by the Edge of Care Team or Staying Close Team. This post would be closely supported by the senior Clinical Psychologists and Team Manager working across Portsmouth CAMHS, as well as the Head of Clinical Service for CAMHS. Supervision and development opportunities will therefore be accessed through the wider HIOW CAMHS system.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide a range of trauma informed formulation, consultation, networking and targeted interventions for

Ten Therapeutic Foster Carers to enable children who currently are in external children's homes to move back to their communities in Portsmouth. Two of these would provide respite care for children in the hub.

Two Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers who will provide short-term bridging placements, supporting children to successfully transition to a longer term home arrangement.

They will be a qualified specialist Clinical Psychology service to the client group and their families/carers.

They will provide high quality therapeutic interventions to children, young people and their families/carers who are open to the service for a range of different mental health difficulties.

They will offer leadership and consultation and supervision to the multiagency team within the Therapeutic Fostering Hub.

They will provide high quality clinical supervision to other clinical psychologists, trainee clinical psychologists and assistant psychologists and to other practitioners in the service where relevant.

They will work in close partnership with and offer psychological consultation to the multiagency networks around the children and young people open within the Therapeutic Fostering Hub, and other fostering placements when required.

They will contribute where needed to core CAMHS duties as required.

About us

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

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

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

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

Job summary

Are you a registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist looking for the next step in your career? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges? If so, this could be the role for you! Due to the retirement of a long serving colleague, a band 6 vacancy has arisen.

The Mental Health Employment Support Service is a dedicated team of mental health professionals, supporting people who want to work and are under the care of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust mental health services. Employment that suits an individual can be integral to their recovery and conversely, risk of job loss can have a significant negative impact on mental health.

The main focus of this role is to help mental health service users navigate problems they may face at work. This will mainly be in the Mendip area but the role is part of a county-wide Mental Health Employment Service to provide specialist vocational assessment, planning and services, within Community Mental Health Teams in Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

Training provided: You don't need to be an Employment Specialist already! You will have the opportunity to attend specialist training and shadow experienced colleagues.

Lead with impact: You'll provide clinical supervision and leadership to unregistered colleagues, supporting them in their roles as needed.

Collaborate for success: Work alongside other Band 6 Employment Specialists and the Employment Support Service Manager to ensure consistency and contribute to the strategic development of the service.

Work directly with service users: Manage a caseload, providing tailored vocational assessment, action planning, employer engagement, the assessment of work-related risk, development of collaborative risk management plans, worksite assessment and in work support. Your work will support the aspirations of service users with severe mental health issues who want to retain their work.

Build partnerships: Collaborate with clinical colleagues and external agencies such as Job Centre Plus, CAB, probation services, local employers, and NACRO, supporting our service users to sustain their paid employment.

What we're looking for:

• A passion for helping others achieve their goals and improve their lives through employment.
• Strong supervisory skills and a desire to support Employment Support Officer colleagues.
• The ability to work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders across the NHS and local community.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you an Occupational Therapist, Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), or Social Worker looking for a role where you can make a lasting difference to people's recovery journeys?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Mental Health Employment Service, based in Yeovil, helping people with serious mental health difficulties achieve their employment goals through the nationally recognised Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model. You'll support individuals to find, secure, and sustain meaningful paid employment, recognising the powerful role that work can play in recovery, confidence, independence, and wellbeing.

You'll become part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team embedded within community mental health services. Every day will give you the chance to combine your professional expertise with a practical, person-centred approach that helps people move closer to the future they want.

This role requires travel across the locality, so access to your own vehicle and the ability to travel independently are essential.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health IPS Employment Specialist, you will:

• Work directly with people experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges who want to gain or retain paid employment.
• Carry out vocational assessments to understand each person's strengths, interests, aspirations, and employment goals.
• Develop tailored action plans and provide ongoing support throughout the employment journey.
• Build strong relationships with local employers and identify suitable job opportunities that match individual preferences and skills.
• Provide job coaching, in-work support, workplace assessments, and guidance on reasonable adjustments.
• Support individuals to understand and manage work-related risks, developing collaborative plans that promote success and wellbeing.
• Work closely with Community Mental Health Teams and partner organisations to ensure coordinated, recovery-focused support.
• Promote the benefits of employment as part of recovery and advocate for opportunities for people living with mental health conditions.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service quality, outcomes monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Clinical Psychologist to join the Assertive Outreach Team (AOT). You will provide highly specialised psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for individuals with complex mental health needs, supporting recovery-focused care within a multidisciplinary community service.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to clinical leadership, service development, consultation, training and supervision across the Assertive Outreach Service. Working closely with colleagues across Mental Health Services, you will help ensure the delivery of evidence-based psychological care and support the implementation of best practice throughout the service.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will:

• Deliver highly specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for adults with complex mental health needs.
• Work closely with service users, carers, and multi-disciplinary colleagues to develop effective, recovery-focused care plans.
• Provide expert consultation and advice to clinical teams, helping to enhance psychological understanding across the service.
• Offer clinical supervision, mentoring and training to psychologists and wider mental health professionals.
• Contribute to the clinical leadership of the Assertive Outreach Service, supporting high standards of care and professional practice.
• Play an active role in service development, quality improvement, clinical governance, research and audit activities.
• Build effective partnerships with colleagues across community mental health services and partner organisations to improve patient outcomes.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you an Occupational Therapist, Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), or Social Worker looking for a role where you can make a lasting difference to people's recovery journeys?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Mental Health Employment Service, based in Bridgwater, helping people with serious mental health difficulties achieve their employment goals through the nationally recognised Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model. You'll support individuals to find, secure, and sustain meaningful paid employment, recognising the powerful role that work can play in recovery, confidence, independence, and wellbeing.

You'll become part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team embedded within community mental health services. Every day will give you the chance to combine your professional expertise with a practical, person-centred approach that helps people move closer to the future they want.

This role requires travel across the locality, so access to your own vehicle and the ability to travel independently are essential.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health IPS Employment Specialist, you will:

• Work directly with people experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges who want to gain or retain paid employment.
• Carry out vocational assessments to understand each person's strengths, interests, aspirations, and employment goals.
• Develop tailored action plans and provide ongoing support throughout the employment journey.
• Build strong relationships with local employers and identify suitable job opportunities that match individual preferences and skills.
• Provide job coaching, in-work support, workplace assessments, and guidance on reasonable adjustments.
• Support individuals to understand and manage work-related risks, developing collaborative plans that promote success and wellbeing.
• Work closely with Community Mental Health Teams and partner organisations to ensure coordinated, recovery-focused support.
• Promote the benefits of employment as part of recovery and advocate for opportunities for people living with mental health conditions.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service quality, outcomes monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Nottingham CityCare is pleased to offer an opportunity for a motivated individual to specialise as a long-term conditions Dietitian within our established, forward-thinking integrated Diabetes Team. We are looking for a team player who reflects CityCares values and behaviours and can contribute to our high-performing, highly skilled service.

The successful candidate will play a key clinical role in providing person-centred assessment, care planning and coordinated support for people with diabetes across Nottingham City.

The role aims to improve engagement with appropriate services, support effective specialist diabetes management and reduce avoidable poor health outcomes, including unnecessary diabetes-related hospital admissions.

Our multidisciplinary team works with Nottingham University Hospitals Trust and wider community services to deliver high-quality, community-based diabetes care for the people of Nottingham City. The team includes consultants, Diabetes Specialist Nurses, Advanced Diabetes Dietitian, Educators, Clinical Support Workers and Administrators

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a dietitian who has experience of working with individuals living with diabetes, be able to manage and work collaboratively within the integrated diabetes team to ensure effective care for the people within Nottingham City.

The post holder will be expected to support the development, planning and implementation of local service strategies whilst ensuring compliance to both local and national guidelines.

The Dietitian will need to demonstrate expertise within the long-term health condition, Diabetes using evidenced based practice to develop education and training to both people living with diabetes and other healthcare professionals

This post is a clinical patient facing role which includes the delivery of complex Type 2 clinics, Type 1 multi-disciplinary clinics, domiciliary visits and structured education across various venues in the city. There will also be opportunity to support the advanced diabetes dietitian with the development of a community insulin pump service working in collaboration with Nottingham University Hospitals.

About us

We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services, CityCare exists to support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. We are a value driven, people business with a passion for excellence. Our vision and social purpose is to make a difference everyday to the health & wellbeing of our communities and our values of kindness, respect, trust and honesty lie at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together with partners and each other to consistently deliver high quality compassionate care. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a difference in peoples lives.

CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT+ or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation.

We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring.

CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a different format please contact People Services on [email protected] . CityCare is committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B9826-PARF-6569

Job locations

Sherwood Rise Health Centre

Nottingham Road

NOTTINGHAM

NG7 7AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

To act as a diabetes specialist dietitian for the dietetic management of Type 1 & 2 Diabetes and related co-morbidities

To provide support within the community specialist diabetes nursing team and to other healthcare professionals within Nottingham City in relation to nutrition and diabetes advice.

To maintain, develop and provide education and training on diabetes and related co- morbidities to health care professionals, other relevant professions, students, patients and the public.

Dimensions

To support the dietetic lead within the integrated community diabetes team providing knowledge and expertise for evidence-based dietary guidelines, practice and education, working within the service as appropriate.

To work collaboratively and across organisational boundaries to provide evidence-based practice and holistic care to people with diabetes in a variety of settings.

Support diabetes patients registered with Nottingham City GP Practices, as defined by inclusion criteria for the service.

To offer a specialist resource to health care professionals working in Nottingham City.

Key Responsibilities

1.Clinical

Receiving, interpreting and prioritising relevant referrals from a variety of health and social service professionals for patients with diabetes

To be an expert source of knowledge, therapeutic dietary advice and treatment recommendations for patients with diabetes and health professionals

To develop individual patient centered care plans based on nutritional requirements including interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical conditions, medication, diet history, family and social history.

Provide appropriate dietary counselling, therapeutic, lifestyle advice to patients and carers. This will include domiciliary settings where appropriate

To undertake patient-facing work within various venues across Nottingham city, including joint clinics with other members of the diabetes team e.g. Consultant and Diabetes Specialist Nurse, this may also include domiciliary visits

To deliver both Type 1 and complex Type 2 clinics

To deliver DAFNE structured education Programme to the citizens of Nottingham City.

Attending clinical and multi-disciplinary team meetings as required.

Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records. Managing own clinical caseload

Undertaking data collection e.g. the use of SystmOne and other packages to collect patient data statistics and undertake audit.

Be competent in the use of Information Technology and its application to Dietetics; using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint effectively, as well as Clinical System Programmes for the accurate review, updates and documentation of patient care plans

Regularly undertakes performance management data collection and interpretation of the data in accordance with relevant service outcome measures and key performance indicators

2. Education and Training

Demonstrate knowledge of national and local guidelines, ensuring the service is fully compliant.

To support the wider team in implementing the strategic direction for diabetes.

Keep up to date with current evidence-based diabetes dietary knowledge, dietetic practice and the DAFNE curriculum

To actively participate in education and clinical updating of diabetes colleagues and health professionals including dietetic students

Identifying the need for, developing, delivering and evaluating diabetes patient education programmes for specialist dietary and lifestyle management of people with Type 1 and 2 diabetes. e.g. Desmond, Dafne.

Delivery will include communicating effectively with patients and carers to ensure understanding of the condition in one-to-one or group education settings.

Developing, organising and delivering evidence-based training, incorporating the provision of relevant educational materials and evaluation. Empowering front-line professionals to give dietary and lifestyle modification advice to their patients with diabetes.

Responding to requests from relevant community groups and patient support groups for dietary education on the prevention and management of diabetes and related co-morbidities.

Be responsible for managing own professional development and participate in the appraisal process in order to deliver evidence based best practice

3. Professional Advice and Liaison

Actively participate in multi-disciplinary and multi-agency work and liaise with all key stakeholders as appropriate e.g. GPs, Non-medical prescribers, Community Matrons, District Nurses, Care Homes staff, Medicines Management and Commissioning teams

Working closely with the community diabetes specialist nursing team, primary care teams and other professional groups to ensure consistent, appropriate and evidence-based dietary advice for the management of diabetes and related co morbidities

Using negotiation and motivational skills, advise patients, community and health professionals to identify and overcome barriers to make changes with regards to diet and diabetes

4. Competence to Practice

Meet the requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council and maintain professional registration

Work within the Health and Care Professions Council, British Dietetic Association and local codes of conduct

Initiate and / or contribute to professional or diabetes nutrition research, evaluation and audit

Commit to continuing professional development, including the undertaking of mandatory and essential training and collection of evidence of competency to practice

Complete risk management assessments as required. Comply with policies, procedures and statutory regulations

5. Management

To support training in Dietetic students

To support the wider Dietetic and Diabetes team

To support with the induction and supervision when appropriate

Job description Job responsibilities Job PurposeTo act as a diabetes specialist dietitian for the dietetic management of Type 1 & 2 Diabetes and related co-morbiditiesTo provide support within the community specialist diabetes nursing team and to other healthcare professionals within Nottingham City in relation to nutrition and diabetes advice. To maintain, develop and provide education and training on diabetes and related co- morbidities to health care professionals, other relevant professions, students, patients and the public.DimensionsTo support the dietetic lead within the integrated community diabetes team providing knowledge and expertise for evidence-based dietary guidelines, practice and education, working within the service as appropriate.To work collaboratively and across organisational boundaries to provide evidence-based practice and holistic care to people with diabetes in a variety of settings.Support diabetes patients registered with Nottingham City GP Practices, as defined by inclusion criteria for the service. To offer a specialist resource to health care professionals working in Nottingham City.Key Responsibilities1.Clinical Receiving, interpreting and prioritising relevant referrals from a variety of health and social service professionals for patients with diabetes To be an expert source of knowledge, therapeutic dietary advice and treatment recommendations for patients with diabetes and health professionals To develop individual patient centered care plans based on nutritional requirements including interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical conditions, medication, diet history, family and social history. Provide appropriate dietary counselling, therapeutic, lifestyle advice to patients and carers. This will include domiciliary settings where appropriate To undertake patient-facing work within various venues across Nottingham city, including joint clinics with other members of the diabetes team e.g. Consultant and Diabetes Specialist Nurse, this may also include domiciliary visits To deliver both Type 1 and complex Type 2 clinics To deliver DAFNE structured education Programme to the citizens of Nottingham City. Attending clinical and multi-disciplinary team meetings as required. Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records. Managing own clinical caseload Undertaking data collection e.g. the use of SystmOne and other packages to collect patient data statistics and undertake audit. Be competent in the use of Information Technology and its application to Dietetics; using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint effectively, as well as Clinical System Programmes for the accurate review, updates and documentation of patient care plans Regularly undertakes performance management data collection and interpretation of the data in accordance with relevant service outcome measures and key performance indicators2. Education and Training Demonstrate knowledge of national and local guidelines, ensuring the service is fully compliant. To support the wider team in implementing the strategic direction for diabetes. Keep up to date with current evidence-based diabetes dietary knowledge, dietetic practice and the DAFNE curriculum To actively participate in education and clinical updating of diabetes colleagues and health professionals including dietetic students Identifying the need for, developing, delivering and evaluating diabetes patient education programmes for specialist dietary and lifestyle management of people with Type 1 and 2 diabetes. e.g. Desmond, Dafne. Delivery will include communicating effectively with patients and carers to ensure understanding of the condition in one-to-one or group education settings. Developing, organising and delivering evidence-based training, incorporating the provision of relevant educational materials and evaluation. Empowering front-line professionals to give dietary and lifestyle modification advice to their patients with diabetes. Responding to requests from relevant community groups and patient support groups for dietary education on the prevention and management of diabetes and related co-morbidities. Be responsible for managing own professional development and participate in the appraisal process in order to deliver evidence based best practice3. Professional Advice and Liaison Actively participate in multi-disciplinary and multi-agency work and liaise with all key stakeholders as appropriate e.g. GPs, Non-medical prescribers, Community Matrons, District Nurses, Care Homes staff, Medicines Management and Commissioning teams Working closely with the community diabetes specialist nursing team, primary care teams and other professional groups to ensure consistent, appropriate and evidence-based dietary advice for the management of diabetes and related co morbidities Using negotiation and motivational skills, advise patients, community and health professionals to identify and overcome barriers to make changes with regards to diet and diabetes4. Competence to Practice Meet the requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council and maintain professional registration Work within the Health and Care Professions Council, British Dietetic Association and local codes of conduct Initiate and / or contribute to professional or diabetes nutrition research, evaluation and audit Commit to continuing professional development, including the undertaking of mandatory and essential training and collection of evidence of competency to practice Complete risk management assessments as required. Comply with policies, procedures and statutory regulations5. Management To support training in Dietetic students To support the wider Dietetic and Diabetes team To support with the induction and supervision when appropriate

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

• Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service.
• Full driving licence and the ability to travel between locations

Experience

Essential

• Good knowledge and expertise in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and related co-morbidities acquired through in-depth experience and/ accredited post graduate study/formal training
• Experience of advising diabetes patients on dietary advice for oral therapies, injectables and on different insulin regimes
• Experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating education and training programmes to patients, students and a variety of staff groups.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary health care setting
• Experience in project development, audit, implementation, and evaluation

Desirable

• Experience of working in specialist diabetes clinics, MDT clinics and knowledge/experience of insulin pumps
• Experience delivering diabetes education e.g. Dafne, Desmond
• Experience of working in primary care, community settings, working in partnership with local authority and other non-NHS agencies
• Published reports and papers
• Research Skills

Physical Requirements

Essential

• All appointments are subject to satisfactory occupational health clearance.
• Will be required to transport, set up and use appropriate equipment e.g., display stands, flip chart stands, PowerPoint projectors, IT equipment, nutritional aids/resources, anthropometric equipment

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of national targets and reports relevant to food, and nutrition and other relevant guidelines for diabetes e.g. Nice guidelines
• Knowledge of the nutritional requirements of different population groups, with emphasis on adults with diabetes. Appreciation of health inequalities in relation to food
• Experience in communicating effectively with staff from a variety of professions on a one to one or group basis; able to do presentations to large groups.
• Experience in communicating complex information in an understandable form to patients and carers on a one to one or group basis.
• Experience of using behavioural change and counselling techniques to promote lifestyle changes with groups and individuals
• Awareness of communication needs of people from differing cultures and with differing physical and learning abilities.
• Ability to react sensitively and professionally to unforeseen clinical and non-clinical situations.
• Ability to manage own work diary/caseload as part of a team using effective time management skills in order to meet deadlines
• Demonstration of commitment to professional and personal development
• Confident, self-motivated and adaptable
• Ability to reflect and appraise own and peer performance
• Accurate keyboard and IT skills for record keeping, data inputting, word processing, internet access and dietary analysis

Desirable

• Advanced counselling skills
• Motivational interviewing skills
• Clinical Supervisory Skills course
• Experience working with Clinical systems i.e., SystmOne

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Dietitian (Health and Care Professions Council)
• Degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics (or equivalent diploma)
• Post graduate teaching certificate or appropriate teaching experience

Desirable

• Postgraduate accredited dietetic courses for diabetes e.g. British Dietetic Association diabetes course

Person Specification Special Requirements Essential Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service. Full driving licence and the ability to travel between locations Experience Essential Good knowledge and expertise in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and related co-morbidities acquired through in-depth experience and/ accredited post graduate study/formal training Experience of advising diabetes patients on dietary advice for oral therapies, injectables and on different insulin regimes Experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating education and training programmes to patients, students and a variety of staff groups. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary health care setting Experience in project development, audit, implementation, and evaluation Desirable Experience of working in specialist diabetes clinics, MDT clinics and knowledge/experience of insulin pumps Experience delivering diabetes education e.g. Dafne, Desmond Experience of working in primary care, community settings, working in partnership with local authority and other non-NHS agencies Published reports and papers Research Skills Physical Requirements Essential All appointments are subject to satisfactory occupational health clearance. Will be required to transport, set up and use appropriate equipment e.g., display stands, flip chart stands, PowerPoint projectors, IT equipment, nutritional aids/resources, anthropometric equipment Knowledge and Skills Essential Knowledge of national targets and reports relevant to food, and nutrition and other relevant guidelines for diabetes e.g. Nice guidelines Knowledge of the nutritional requirements of different population groups, with emphasis on adults with diabetes. Appreciation of health inequalities in relation to food Experience in communicating effectively with staff from a variety of professions on a one to one or group basis; able to do presentations to large groups. Experience in communicating complex information in an understandable form to patients and carers on a one to one or group basis. Experience of using behavioural change and counselling techniques to promote lifestyle changes with groups and individuals Awareness of communication needs of people from differing cultures and with differing physical and learning abilities. Ability to react sensitively and professionally to unforeseen clinical and non-clinical situations. Ability to manage own work diary/caseload as part of a team using effective time management skills in order to meet deadlines Demonstration of commitment to professional and personal development Confident, self-motivated and adaptable Ability to reflect and appraise own and peer performance Accurate keyboard and IT skills for record keeping, data inputting, word processing, internet access and dietary analysis Desirable Advanced counselling skills Motivational interviewing skills Clinical Supervisory Skills course Experience working with Clinical systems i.e., SystmOne Qualifications Essential Registered Dietitian (Health and Care Professions Council) Degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics (or equivalent diploma) Post graduate teaching certificate or appropriate teaching experience Desirable Postgraduate accredited dietetic courses for diabetes e.g. British Dietetic Association diabetes course

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC

Address

Sherwood Rise Health Centre

Nottingham Road

NOTTINGHAM

NG7 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC

Address

Sherwood Rise Health Centre

Nottingham Road

NOTTINGHAM

NG7 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Clinical Directorate as a Clinical Education Manager, leading and shaping the delivery of high-quality clinical education across a diverse and dynamic region.

We are looking for an experienced clinical education leader, or an aspiring senior leader ready for a development opportunity, who is passionate about developing people, improving education quality and supporting excellent patient care. In this pivotal role, you will provide senior leadership to multi-disciplinary education teams across Clinical Education, EOC Education and Driving Education, ensuring our people are confident, competent and supported to deliver safe, effective care.

The role combines strategic leadership with operational delivery. You will be responsible for developing and delivering regional education plans, supporting statutory and mandatory training compliance, overseeing onboarding activity, providing assurance on education quality and working closely with operational colleagues across multiple counties.

If you are clinically credible, values-led and motivated by making a tangible difference to staff development and patient care, this is an excellent opportunity to lead a specialist education service and help shape the future capability of our workforce.

Please note salary is currently indicative pending job evaluation.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Education Manager will be responsible for the leadership, management and development of the regional clinical education service across Clinical Education, EOC Education and Driving Education.

The post holder will lead multi-disciplinary education teams across multiple counties, ensuring effective delivery of clinical education, statutory and mandatory training, onboarding activity and workforce development priorities. They will provide senior leadership to Education Team Leaders and specialist education leads, supporting staff performance, development, wellbeing and professional standards.

The role will be clinically accountable for the safety, quality and professional standards of education delivered within the region. This will include ensuring education is evidence based, aligned to Trust clinical guidance and delivered by competent and supported educators.

The role will require strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills, particularly when working with senior operational colleagues, education teams, learners and external partners to resolve competing priorities and ensure education delivery remains safe, effective and responsive to organisational need.

About us

Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.

We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.

The role is based in Bristol, a lively yet laid-back city with top class shopping, street food, dynamic events and friendly festivals and excellent national and international transport links.

If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.

In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.

You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive NHS salary
• A standard working week of 37.5 hours
• Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Career and salary progression
• Car leasing scheme
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children in the Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiology team!

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic band 5 Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team, working 36 hours per week (0.96 WTE). The post holder will contribute to the delivery of respiratory physiology testing within the Children's Hospital, as well as a high-quality sleep study service. It is essential that the successful applicant has previous experience of lung function testing, preferably with sleep physiology experience also. It is essential to have a good science background with a BSc in Healthcare Science or equivalent. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and a strong desire to continue a career in respiratory physiology are essential.

We are looking for individuals with enthusiasm, who enjoy working with children, and who are committed to providing a high-quality service in this healthcare science specialism. Previous experience in respiratory physiology investigations are essential, and recent NHS clinical experience is essential, as is a desire to continue with personal professional development. You must be highly motivated, with an ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will also need effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a busy and varied workload.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for contributing to an efficient & high-quality service in the field of Paediatric Respiratory Physiology & Sleep Medicine, & for providing the very best care for patients during their inpatient stay or outpatient visit.

• Undertaking a range of standard lung function investigations with inpatients & outpatients (spirometry, FeNO, nasal NO & bronchodilator response assessments), gaining accurate & clinically valuable measurements.
• Performing more complex lung function investigations (multiple breath washout, lung volumes & gas transfer) in line with service development.
• Facilitating the provision of sleep study investigations for inpatients & home sleep studies (overnight oximetry, overnight carbon dioxide monitoring and respiratory polygraphy), ensuring high quality data is captured.
• Performing analysis & reporting of sleep studies, following departmental & international standards.
• Maintaining equipment to ensure that it is functioning to agreed standards & specifications.
• Training and supporting junior staff, & participating in teaching & research activities within the department.

We would very much encourage informal discussions or visits to enable you to find out more about the role and department. Please contact Kate Kilpin ([email protected]), Lead Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist for further information. We look forward to hearing from you!

Provisional interview date: Tuesday 10th November 2026

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

387-W&C3885-LH-A

Job locations

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the detailed job description and person specification which can be found as an attached document.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the detailed job description and person specification which can be found as an attached document.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A - C including English, Mathematics and Science
• 3 A-levels grades A*- C including a science subject
• BSc in a relevant degree

Desirable

• Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times
• Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work to documented quality standards
• Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting tasks and problem solve effectively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating with patients and carers in sensitive situations
• Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of performing a range of lung function investigations
• Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of working with children

Desirable

• Experience of performing sleep physiology investigations
• Experience of supervising or training junior, trainee or student staff
• Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service

Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, clinically valuable measurements
• Able to work autonomously within own limitations, seeking advice where appropriate
• Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team
• Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum
• A desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A - C including English, Mathematics and Science 3 A-levels grades A*- C including a science subject BSc in a relevant degree Desirable Eligible for Healthcare Science Register registration, such as AHCS, RCCP or equivalent Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Ability to work in line with Trust values at all times Proven competence in performing detailed scientific/technical work to documented quality standards Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting tasks and problem solve effectively Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating with patients and carers in sensitive situations Confident use of computers, including Microsoft Office and relevant clinical or departmental systems Evidence of continuing professional development Experience Essential Experience of performing a range of lung function investigations Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience of working with children Desirable Experience of performing sleep physiology investigations Experience of supervising or training junior, trainee or student staff Experience of working in a respiratory and/or sleep physiology service Personal qualities Essential Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, clinically valuable measurements Able to work autonomously within own limitations, seeking advice where appropriate Innovative, willing to participate in practice and policy changes, and excellent ability to work well within a team Able to participate in frequent light to moderate physical effort and able to deal with exposure to bodily fluids such as urine or sputum A desire to pursue a career in respiratory or sleep physiology

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and were here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UKs biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is leading the creation of a world where there are no barriers for people with sight loss. One of our key priorities is to ask people to see sight loss differently, reversing inaccurate perceptions and changing public behaviours so everyone expects equal participation from people with sight loss and the creation of a fully accessible society.

RNIB is pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our Eye Care Support Service in Dorset. This is a rewarding role providing the right individual the opportunity to make a difference every day working with people affected by sight loss.

You will provide critical emotional support, information and guidance face to face within a hospital setting, remotely via digital platforms and in community locations, as required. Each day you will support people affected by sight loss to identify their needs, access information and make informed choices which enable and empower them to maintain their independence.

Admin tasks are a large part of this role, you will create and input accurate patient records into a variety of databases and use Microsoft 365 each day.

Main duties of the job

You will have proven experience of delivering information and advice services working directly with the people you are supporting as well as maintaining professional relationships. Key to this role will be your excellent communication and relationship building skills with patients, clinicians and a wide range of cross sector partners.

You will have the ability to work in different hospital locations as required.

You should be confident to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems. Impeccable record keeping skills are also key to this role.

As an RNIB ECLO, you will also complete the RNIB & City University Eye Clinic Support Studies qualification: essential for the role, access to Clinical Supervision, peer support and the opportunity to support RNIBs priority of no diagnosis without support.

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 27 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11 percent and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

About us

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, candidates are required to submit their CV and a Supporting Statement which responds to the following:

Question 1- What interests you about being an ECLO and what skills and qualities do you feel you would bring to the role?

Question 2 -Using examples, tell us about your experience in delivering advice or information services.

Question 3 -Using examples, demonstrate how you have worked with people using person-centred care approach.

Question 4 -Using examples, tell us how you have worked with colleagues across health, social care or community services demonstrating your understanding of each professionals role.

Question 5 - Using examples and highlighting your communication styles and skills, tells us about your experience of influencing or motivating other professionals, resulting in positive outcomes for customers.

Question 6 - Using examples please demonstrate your IT Literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and your understanding of the importance of Information Governance in handling customer records.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Dietitian to work with our Upper GI and Oncology Service at Watford General Hospital.

The successful applicant will be a source of clinical expertise for Dietetic colleagues and will take an active role in the training of student Dietitians and the supervision of junior staff.

This is a well-established post, with opportunities to further develop the service.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 26 October 2026.

Main duties of the job

As an integral member of the Upper GI Oncology Multidisciplinary Team, working alongside Specialist Nurses and Consultants, there will be exciting opportunities to contribute to new developments across the division. The post will also provide dietetic input to acute oncology and surgical inpatients.

The post holder will join a team of 17 full and part-time Dietitians. The department is committed to providing a high-quality service, promoting evidence-based practice, audit and continuing professional development (CPD).

There are opportunities for training and development, alongside clinical supervision, regular journal clubs and study sessions.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please [email protected] If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job summary

The Welsh Blood Service (WBS) provides blood products to NHS Hospitals across Wales and is currently recruiting a full time Clinic Collection Assistant.From the members of the public who make incredible, life-saving donations to the dedicated members of our team who make it happen - people are essential to the service we provide. You could help us change lives.The role is diverse and will include , welcoming donors, testing donors to see if they are able to give blood on that day, taking blood, maintaining records and offering basic clinical advice and aftercare. You will also be loading/unloading and assembling mobile donation equipment. You will need to be comfortable with the sight of blood.

You must be able to travel to undertake the duties of the post at various locations. WBS fleet vehicles, team minibus and equipment vehicles are provided.We will give you all the technical training you need to perform venepuncture (using needles to take blood), so you don't need a medical background. However, you will need to demonstrate excellent customer service skills and have a friendly and flexible approach which will make donors feel welcome at ease and valued.Work hours are varied and include long days, Bank Holiday and weekend working.There will be a requirement for you to work in various settings and also on the mobile donation unit.

Main duties of the job

The role will deliver both excellent customer service and direct care to donors throughout the blood donation process. You will be working as part of a multi-skilled team committed to creating a caring environment and excellent customer service experience whilst identifying and meeting the expectation of individual donors so that blood is donated safely and donors are encouraged to return. This will include delivering high standards in customer service, performing venepuncture and driving duties.

Working to agreed clinical and quality standards and procedures to safeguard donor and patient safety.

It will be the requirement of the post holder to develop skills in the areas of venepuncture, donor screening, meeting and greeting, appointment management and reconciliation in addition to core skills.

There will be a requirement for all staff to flex through various teams and blood collection facilities such as blood mobiles, static sites and community clinics covering a large geographical area.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027--an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other--ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,819 to £31,626 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

120-ACS021-0926

Job locations

Welsh Blood Service

Ely Valley Road

Talbot Green

CF72 9WB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

There are hours available part time and full time

Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. There are hours available part time and full time

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Level 3 qualification; or equivalent experience e.g. evidence of autonomous practice
• Must hold a full manual UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points
• Must hold a Category C1 & D1 driving licence or commit to undertaking training to obtain the licence within 6 months of start date

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a customer focused environment. Experience of working in a team. Experienced in dealing with sensitive or confidential matters.

Desirable

• Experience of working with people at all levels. Experience of using local systems, e.g. DATIX, ESR, Blood Establishment Computer System or other bespoke systems.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Good communication, written and numeracy skills. Ability and dexterity to undertake venepuncture. Able to work methodically and accurately and follow instructions. Demonstrate the ability to promote and foster good working relationships within a team. Standard keyboard/IT skills. Confident in the use of automated equipment. Ability to work under pressure. Able to work methodically and accurately. Ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload. Good organisational skills.

Desirable

• Level 1 to 5 Welsh Language skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Other

Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Level 3 qualification; or equivalent experience e.g. evidence of autonomous practice Must hold a full manual UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points Must hold a Category C1 & D1 driving licence or commit to undertaking training to obtain the licence within 6 months of start date Experience Essential Experience of working within a customer focused environment. Experience of working in a team. Experienced in dealing with sensitive or confidential matters. Desirable Experience of working with people at all levels. Experience of using local systems, e.g. DATIX, ESR, Blood Establishment Computer System or other bespoke systems. Skills and Attributes Essential Good communication, written and numeracy skills. Ability and dexterity to undertake venepuncture. Able to work methodically and accurately and follow instructions. Demonstrate the ability to promote and foster good working relationships within a team. Standard keyboard/IT skills. Confident in the use of automated equipment. Ability to work under pressure. Able to work methodically and accurately. Ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload. Good organisational skills. Desirable Level 1 to 5 Welsh Language skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Other

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

Welsh Blood Service

Address

Welsh Blood Service

Ely Valley Road

Talbot Green

CF72 9WB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.welsh-blood.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Welsh Blood Service

Address

Welsh Blood Service

Ely Valley Road

Talbot Green

CF72 9WB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.welsh-blood.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The East Midlands Acute Provider (EMAP) Network is a group of the seven acute (hospital) providers across the East Midlands who have come together to maximise the opportunity afforded through collaboration. We have been working together as a collaborative since 2021 and while each NHS Trust has its own unique challenges, we also share a common goal which is to make things better for our population. We work together when it is beneficial to do so at scale.

Since 2021, EMAP has matured and continues to develop. It is now governed through a joint memorandum of understanding, led by the Chief Executives of the acute hospitals. EMAP's remit considers both specialised and district general hospital services with a focus on short term delivery whilst aligning for long term strategic benefits.

If you are already working for one of the seven acute hospitals that is a member of EMAP, a secondment will be considered. The majority of the role is office based. There may be an occasional requirement to travel across the east midlands to support a workshop / event. This will happen 2-3 times a year.

The Service Improvement Lead plays a key role within EMAP. The role develops delivery plans, contributes directly to service development, performance improvement and long-term sustainability. The post holder supports healthcare transformation, value-for-money planning and the successful setup and delivery of projects within the EMAP.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job

• Lead identification, analysis, design and delivery of EMAP programmes/
• Implement and monitor effective processes, procedures and governance for service improvement.
• Ensure optimal use of resources, including financial and activity modelling.
• Present complex, sensitive and contentious information to diverse stakeholders using structured change management approaches.
• Develop project plans, allocate tasks, manage risks, issues and dependencies, and adjust plans as needed.
• Produce PIDs, and ensure all projects follow rigorous PMO and change control processes.
• Develop policies, procedures, care pathways, SOPs and protocols to support improvement initiatives.
• Maintain documentation, monitor progress and report regularly on milestones and resources.
• Proactively manage stakeholders, resolving conflict and supporting engagement across clinical and operational teams.
• Lead risk and issue tracking, escalation and resolution.
• Analyse complex data, best practice, develop business cases, produce reports and support decision-making.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the full breakdown of tasks, duties and responsibilities.

About us

Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.

Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.

This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.

The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).

Job summary

Are you a recently qualified OT looking to develop your skills and experience across a wide range of physical and mental health settings?We are looking for OT's to join our established and sought after Band 5 Occupational Therapy rotation.

Our rotation offers a unique opportunity to work in a mix of clinical areas across physical health, mental health and various specialist services. The rotation currently includes:

• Adult Mental Health (inpatient)
• Adult Learning Disability (community)
• Forensic Mental Health (inpatient)
• Stroke Rehabilitation (inpatient)
• Older Adult Mental Health (inpatient)
• Older Adult Mental Health (community)
• Community Therapy Service (community)
• Community Hospital rehabilitation (inpatient)

The rotation is focused in and around the city of Oxford, with some rotations based in the community hospitals to the south of the county. Each rotation is for a period of 8 months (subject to change).

This role will require you to travel countywide across the Trusts sites on a regular basis. You must therefore be comfortable with driving for work purposes and able to travel freely within the hours of the role. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

Please contact Sophie Wenham-Wallace [email protected] OR Rachael Stamp, AHP Rotation Lead - [email protected]

Main duties of the job

• To provide Occupational Therapy that is evidence based and follows client-centred principles. This will include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the outcome of interventions, documenting all stages of the process.
• Interventions may be carried out in hospital, community settings or during home visits.
• To develop skills and knowledge through participation in the Flyer Preceptorship Programme and other post-graduate opportunities.
• To participate effectively as a full member of the multidisciplinary team.
• To contribute to the education of occupational therapy students and apprentices.
• To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team establishing effective relationships with colleagues to benefit the treatment of clients in each setting. This will include contributing to decision making about client care programmes

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Job summary

We're looking for an experienced mental health nurse/mental health practitioner to join the mental health team at HMP Haverigg working with sex offenders in a CAT D establishment.

This is a rewarding post, where you will get to practice a full range of psychiatric skills and interventions.

The role of the clinical lead will be varied which will include assessments and intervention.

You will make on going assessment of needs reflecting individual circumstances, including risk assessment, providing relevant interventions and coordinating discharge planning.

You will be committed to a person-centered approach and will have an ability to prioritise and work flexibly. We offer a comprehensive induction and a vast array of personal, professional and academic training opportunities enabling you to expand your skill set and evidence-based practice.

We are looking for a skilled nurse/mental health practitioner who will thrive working in a busy environment and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary team, alongside partner providers from a variety of internal and external services.

Main duties of the job

You will have experience providing compassionate mental health care and have an understanding of the criminal justice system. You will make on going assessment of need reflecting individual circumstances and provide relevant interventions and input to discharge planning. You will be required to have strong coordination and planning skills, with the ability to make decisions based on comprehensive health and risk assessments.

You should be innovative, flexible and able to engage with patients with complex needs. You will be committed to a person-centred approach and have the ability to prioritise.

About us

Tees, Esk, and Wear Valley NHS trust are the providers of mental health services in HMP Haverigg. Working alongside partners Rethink, and Outspoken, to deliver trauma informed, compassion focussed services. We have a strong emphasis, on service user involvement, and co-production. We offer regular, quality, clinical, and managerial supervision, and career progression.

HMP Haverigg have received excellent CQC , and Prison quality net work reviews in the last 12 months.

Job summary

We're looking for a Clinical Lead to join the mental health team at HMP Haverigg working with sex offenders in a CAT D establishment.

This is a rewarding post, where you will get to practice a full range of psychiatric skills and interventions.

The role of the clinical lead will be varied which will include assessments and intervention.

You will make on going assessment of needs reflecting individual circumstances, including risk assessment, providing relevant interventions and coordinating discharge planning.

You will be committed to a person-centered approach and will have an ability to prioritise and work flexibly. We offer a comprehensive induction and a vast array of personal, professional and academic training opportunities enabling you to expand your skill set and evidence-based practice.

We are looking for a skilled nurse/mental health practitioner who will thrive working in a busy environment and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary team, alongside partner providers from a variety of internal and external services.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

You will have experience providing compassionate mental health care and have an understanding of the criminal justice system. You will make on going assessment of need reflecting individual circumstances and provide relevant interventions and input to discharge planning. You will be required to have strong coordination and planning skills, with the ability to make decisions based on comprehensive health and risk assessments.

You should be innovative, flexible and able to engage with patients with complex needs. You will be committed to a person-centred approach and have the ability to prioritise.

About us

Tees, Esk, and Wear Valley NHS trust are the providers of mental health services in HMP Haverigg. Working alongside partners Rethink, and Outspoken, to deliver trauma informed, compassion focussed services. We have a strong emphasis, on service user involvement, and co-production. We offer regular, quality, clinical, and managerial supervision, and career progression.

HMP Haverigg have received excellent CQC , and Prison quality net work reviews in the last 12 months.

Job summary

Are you a mental health nurse, LD nurse, social worker or occupational therapist with experience in mental health? Have you considered working in prison mental health services?

We have an exciting opportunity to join the new mental health team at HMP Millsike, a brand-new all-electric Category C men's prison in Full Sutton near York. Prison settings are challenging but highly rewarding, offering the chance to develop strong clinical skills in a fast-moving environment.

This role is ideal for registered professionals with mental health experience who want to broaden their psychiatric skills while delivering urgent and planned community-based care to the prison population. HMP Millsike will house up to 1,500 people, supporting them to gain skills for employment on release as part of the government's strategy to reduce reoffending. TEWV has been awarded the contract to deliver mental health services from April 2025.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

You will be a Registered Mental Health Nurse, LD Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist working within a multidisciplinary team. You will work closely with senior clinical staff to deliver a comprehensive mental health service and manage the challenges of a prison environment.

You will provide clinical assessment and intervention for people with complex needs, supporting a whole-prison approach. This includes completing comprehensive assessments, communicating treatment options, initiating care plans and delivering evidence-based interventions alongside the wider team.

A person-centred approach, strong prioritisation skills and flexibility are essential. We are seeking skilled professionals who can thrive in a busy setting, working within a well-resourced multidisciplinary team and in partnership with internal and external providers.

Alongside the competency framework, we offer a full induction and workforce development plan, with extensive personal, professional and academic training opportunities to support your growth and evidence-based practice.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must pass Police Vetting before employment. This includes checks on criminal history (spent and unspent), financial standing and social media. Vetting may also extend to family members and associates. Applicants must have lived in the UK for at least three years at the time of application.

About us

Our Journey to Change sets out why we do what we do, the kind of organisation we want to be and the three big goals we're committing to.

Our values

We are committed to three big goals:

To co-create a great experience for our patients, carers and families.

To co-create a great experience for our colleagues

To be a great partner

Interested in clinical development?

We offer opportunities to develop into a specialist role of your interest which in turn benefits the service. Examples include psychological therapies such as EMDR and DBT, non medical prescribing, leadership opportunities and Professional Nursing Advocacy.

How will we support you?

o Bespoke induction

o Competency framework

o Regional career development opportunities

o Support from the wider team

Job summary

We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on Yeovil's Acute Medical Unit. The unit is a short-stay assessment ward for patients who need urgent medical careAs a health care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.

Full details of duties can be found in the job description. There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns and working as a band 2 with options to work towards band 3 depending on experience.

Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

We are looking to appoint 'Health Care Assistants' who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on Endoscopy Department.

The unit is a specialist area providing direct nursing care and support for patients undergoing endoscopic investigations and treatment within Musgrove Park Hospital and Bridgwater Community Hospital. The expectation is for staff to work flexibly between these units to meet the needs of the service

As a Health Care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year 1.00 is fixed term 12 month maternity cover and 0.76 is permanent

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-5813

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Bridgwater Community Hospital

Bower Lane

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 4GU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ / QCF 3 in Health or willing to undertake the training

Desirable

• Maths and English at GCSE A-C/4-9 or level 2 Functional Skills

Experience

Essential

• Previous work in an acute care environment

Additional Criteria

Essential

• as per JD document

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ / QCF 3 in Health or willing to undertake the training Desirable Maths and English at GCSE A-C/4-9 or level 2 Functional Skills Experience Essential Previous work in an acute care environment Additional Criteria Essential as per JD document

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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