Job summary

The position is for 18 hours over two days (Monday and Tuesday) on a short term fixed contract .

We are looking for a General Practice Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly team of four GP partners, three Salaried GPs, two Practice Nurses and two Healthcare Assistants. Hyde Park Surgery is an inner-city Practice, near Leeds University.

In this role you will assist our clinicians in the care of our patients, including treatment, preventative care, screening and patient education. You will work under the supervision of the practice nursing team and in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols. The post will include some administrative duties.

Basic Healthcare Assistant training is essential, including venepuncture, taking observations and ECG taking. Experience working in a GP surgery would be beneficial.

The ideal candidate will need to be friendly, efficient with communication skills and a strong sense of empathy and resilience.

Main duties of the job

The role includes, but is not limited to the following:

• perform venepuncture
• undertake baseline observations - blood pressure/pulse and assist with long term condition monitoring
• perform ECG recording for patients
• perform B12/flu injections but is not exhaustive, working to PSD and under the instruction of trained nursing colleagues
• ensure that specimens brought in by patients, or taken by doctors are tested and recorded appropriately or ready for collection by the pathology service
• chaperoning duties where necessary
• we also offer ongoing training

About us

We are a friendly practice made up of 7 GPs near to the University of Leeds, serving a young and ethnically diverse population of 11,000 patients. Our multidisciplinary team involves pharmacists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, social prescriber and mental health workers. We are a teaching practice for medical students. Our Practice Manager works part time and is supported by the Assistant Practice Manager. We have a hard working and dedicated team of receptionists who are supported by the Reception Manger.

Job summary

If you are looking for a new challenge in a supportive, enthusiastic and caring environment in a lovely part of Sheffield; Sheffield Health Partnership University Trust Pharmacy department are looking to recruit well motivated, forward-thinking professionals to join our friendly team.

We are seeking a Specialist Pharmacist to work clinically within designated teams in inpatient and community mental health settings, acting as an expert source of pharmaceutical advice promoting safe, cost effective and evidence-based prescribing and medicines use. In addition to the focus above, as part of the SHPU pharmacy team you will also work to provide specialist mental health pharmaceutical support to across the trust to help achieve best outcomes with medicines. There will be a requirement to undertake on call support out of hours.

You will need to have excellent communication skills and enjoy working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will need to be friendly, approachable, adaptable, flexible, willing to learn new skills and be committed to continuous professional development.

Main duties of the job

As part of the pharmacy service, to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines throughout the Trust

1. To support the use of medicines across the Trust to achieve best outcomes for service users in accordance with best practice.
2. To apply clinical skills and expertise in the management of medicines in mental health in accordance with best practice.
3. To prevent and reduce medicines related harm.
4. To provide a high level of clinical pharmacy services to allocated teams.
5. To undertake medications reviews and provide advice on medicines optimisation.
6. Competently use electronic based notes and prescribing systems.
7. Participate in systems to ensure continuous personal professional development, including any agreed post-registration qualifications. Work towards membership of the College of Mental Health Pharmacy (or equivalent).
8. Participate in departmental systems of clinical supervision and peer support.
9. Responsible for the day to day running of clinical trials service, including pharmacy trial specific procedures.
10. To work flexibly and travel to various locations across the city.
11. To participate in On-call pharmacist service in accordance with local procedure.
12. Participate in weekend, bank holiday and late working rotas in accordance with local procedure.

About us

Become part of a vibrant team who are extremely passionate about staff engagement, culture, and improvement, where everyone has a voice and where service users and staff collaborate to have a direct impact on the things that matter most.

We want to provide the very best care to the people we support, and we're looking for amazing people who share this passion to join us.

Our friendly department provides an environment that supports learning, team working and encourages individuals to develop in their role.

The Pharmacy Department is a forward thinking and progressive department seeking to expand our current team as we develop a patient focused and modern hospital pharmacy service to the Trust while constantly looking at ways to further improve our service.

We understand the importance of great team working and have strong links with other disciplines within and around the trust. The patient is at the Centre of all that we do, and we aim to provide a pharmacy service that has Medicine Optimisation as key.

We are looking to recruit full time (37.5) hours per week. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly or part time.

SHPU has EPMA (electronic prescribing and medicines administrations) throughout the trust In-patient sites.

Job summary

Swansea Bay University Health Board is seeking to recruit a professionally qualified accountant for the role of Finance Manager-Capital (Operations) within the Capital Finance Team.

This is a new and exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join our Finance function. In this high-profile role you will lead and work within a team responsible for the financial management of the Health Board's Capital Programme.

Reporting to the Head of Capital Finance, you will work across the Finance function, with senior managers and within multi-disciplinary teams to help ensure that the Health Boards annual Capital Resource Limit is achieved. This is a unique role which will provide experience across both the traditional management and financial accounting disciplines, providing the right individual with the opportunity to work across the organisation whilst developing their skillset.

We are seeking a dynamic, forwarding thinking individual, with a desire to implement improvements within the Team to help provide a first class service. We encourage and support individuals in their development through on job learning and via exposure to other functions outside of Finance, including Capital Planning, Procurement & Digital.

Main duties of the job

This post forms a key part of the Health Board's Capital Finance Team, working with the Capital Planning Team, Corporate Finance, Finance Business Partners & Service Leads.

The post supports the Head of Capital Finance in the financial management and achievement of the statutory Capital Resource Limit (CRL), providing accurate, timely and reliable financial information and support.

The post supports the overall financial management and monitoring of the Capital Programme approved by the Health Board. Leading on specific aspects, including but not limited to, management of the monthly scheme level CRL Review meeting with the Capital Planning Department. This work is often highly complex requiring detailed analytical work, planning, evaluation, operational and strategic decision making, and a high degree of technical accounting expertise.

The post has operational responsibility for the financial monitoring of the in-year Capital Programme. Ensuring that robust systems for recording and estimating spend and specialist capital contracts are in place and operating effectively to report analysed spend against schemes, both on a current basis and projected outturn. Leads on the management of the Contract Register and VAT assessments.

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Job summary

Senior Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Training

Band 5

We are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity to progress your Pharmacy Technician career by joining our friendly, dynamic & forward-thinking pharmacy team at SWFT!

We are committed to providing a high-quality, safe & effective pharmacy service that makes a real difference to our patients, and we are looking for a highly-motivated, GPhC-registered Pharmacy Technician to join our well-integrated clinical & technical team to achieve this.

You need to be a qualified Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC to apply for this post, with an interest in delivering high-quality training across pharmacy technical roles. You will work closely with the Lead Pharmacy Techncian to plan, deliver and document all local training relating to pharmacy operational activity. You will contribute to the review and development of training packs, and participate in end-point assessment.

This role is primarily based at Warwick hospital, which has excellent transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and surrounding areas.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for ensuring a consistent and standardised approach to the delivery of departmental training for technical staff within the pharmacy department and also contributing to the training of pharmacists and other staff groups where required. Will support the management and development of pharmacy training programmes and promote safe working practises in line with standard operating procedures and Trust policies. Contribute to the delivery of Level 2 & 3 qualifications through assessment and quality assurance processes.

About us

Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.

We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.

Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.

Job summary

Senior Pharmacy Technician - Ward-Based Services

Band 5 - 1 Year Fixed-Term

We are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity to progress your Pharmacy Technician career by joining our friendly, dynamic & forward-thinking pharmacy team at SWFT!

We are committed to providing a high-quality, safe & effective pharmacy service that makes a real difference to our patients, and we are looking for highly-motivated Pharmacy Technicians to join our well-integrated clinical & technical team to achieve this.

You need to be a qualified Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC to apply for this post, which may suit applicants with looking to take the next step in their career in a supportive and dynamic team. Experience of hospital pharmacy is not essential as you will be well-supported in your training and development for this role.

This role is primarily based at Warwick hospital, which has excellent transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and surrounding areas.

Main duties of the job

To ensure the delivery of a safe, effective and efficient ward-based Medicines Management service.

Key Working Relationships

Managed by the Lead Pharmacy Technician or the Lead Pharmacist for the clinical team to which allocated.

Supervises other Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants, Senior Assistants, and Trainees on rotation in the section of work to which allocated.

Works and co-operates with all Pharmacy and healthcare staff in the provision of services.

Maintains a network with counterparts in other Trusts, for the exchange of information and the sharing of idea.

About us

Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.

We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.

Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

203-SS1182-B

Job locations

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participate in the operation of the Medicines Management Service at ward level:

Compile drug histories and reconcile medicines against approved sources (including the NHS Summary Care Record).

Identify medicines reconciliation discrepancies, highlighting to pharmacist or doctor on ward.

Assess suitability of patients own drugs for continued use and arrange the safe disposal of those drugs which are not (subject to patient consent).

Transcribe from patients drug charts for subsequent dispensing.

Specialised medication counselling.

Discharge planning, including the identification of patients requiring their discharge supply in a monitored dose device, and liaison with community pharmacies, and with care homes and hospices which may have non-standard arrangements.

Use professional judgement to make referrals for follow-up interventions by community pharmacies using the PharmOutcomes system.

Participate in the prioritisation of clinical workload as part of the pharmacy ward team.

Lead in the prioritisation of operational pharmacy workload across the ward team.

Supervise the activities of Pharmacy Technicians working within the ward service.

Undertake unaccompanied visits to wards at the base hospital and to outlying hospitals, including wards without pharmacist input; to undertake medicines management duties relating to the drug distribution and non-stock pharmaceuticals supply service; and to provide pharmaceutical advice to ward staff as required within professional limitations.

Identify and make interventions, using the principles of medicines optimisation to promote patient medicines compliance and improve patient outcomes.

Where appropriate, identify and refer clinical interventions such as polypharmacy/falls risk within professional limitations to the ward pharmacist.

Liaise with ward pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and ward staff in determining appropriate pharmaceuticals stock levels, for the production and updating of ward-stock lists and to assist in the provision of advice to ward staff on the storage and handling of pharmaceuticals in line with national standards.

Drug transcription error reporting.

Create and adapt rotas for the Medicines Management Team assessing and prioritising the needs of the service.

Participate in audits to monitor and analyse Controlled Drug use and Safe and Secure Handling of medicines on wards/clinical areas.

Dispensary based duties:

Carry out dispensing of drugs, medicated dressings, enteral feeds, and drug-related devices for outpatients, in-patients, and clinical trial patients, from the dispensary as required.

Give routine pharmaceutical advice to healthcare staff within professional limitations, referring to a pharmacist if required.

Undertake the final accuracy checking (as an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician ACPT) of dispensed prescriptions in the dispensary in accordance with pharmacy departmental policies and procedures. Ensure the timely and supportive notification to dispensers, of any error found when checking.

To ensure such errors are recorded, and to participate in the Trust Incident Reporting process as appropriate.

Counsel all out-patients when issuing drugs, and in-patients as appropriate, in order to ensure the safe and effective use and storage of their medicines.

Cover day to day managerial duties in the absence of the section Lead Technician, including managing and prioritising daily workload, organising staff breaks and ensuring adequate cover in all areas during times of absence.

Undertake audits, which include regular safe handling and storage of medicines audits on wards and in Departments. To work with ward staff to develop action plans on audit outcomes and give advice and support as appropriate.

Monitor the continued suitability of pharmaceutical stock on wards and in departments and to arrange the appropriate removal/destruction in accordance with environmental regulations.

Carry out accurate entry of data into the Pharmacy computer system.

Use networks and other resources to identify opportunities to improve the service.

Participate in weekday late night, weekend and Bank Holiday services on rotation.

Undertake other duties at the base hospital and other hospitals in the area as required by the Head of Pharmacy in accordance with this grade of post.

Ensure that all Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description Job responsibilities Participate in the operation of the Medicines Management Service at ward level: Compile drug histories and reconcile medicines against approved sources (including the NHS Summary Care Record). Identify medicines reconciliation discrepancies, highlighting to pharmacist or doctor on ward. Assess suitability of patients own drugs for continued use and arrange the safe disposal of those drugs which are not (subject to patient consent). Transcribe from patients drug charts for subsequent dispensing. Specialised medication counselling. Discharge planning, including the identification of patients requiring their discharge supply in a monitored dose device, and liaison with community pharmacies, and with care homes and hospices which may have non-standard arrangements. Use professional judgement to make referrals for follow-up interventions by community pharmacies using the PharmOutcomes system. Participate in the prioritisation of clinical workload as part of the pharmacy ward team. Lead in the prioritisation of operational pharmacy workload across the ward team. Supervise the activities of Pharmacy Technicians working within the ward service. Undertake unaccompanied visits to wards at the base hospital and to outlying hospitals, including wards without pharmacist input; to undertake medicines management duties relating to the drug distribution and non-stock pharmaceuticals supply service; and to provide pharmaceutical advice to ward staff as required within professional limitations. Identify and make interventions, using the principles of medicines optimisation to promote patient medicines compliance and improve patient outcomes. Where appropriate, identify and refer clinical interventions such as polypharmacy/falls risk within professional limitations to the ward pharmacist. Liaise with ward pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and ward staff in determining appropriate pharmaceuticals stock levels, for the production and updating of ward-stock lists and to assist in the provision of advice to ward staff on the storage and handling of pharmaceuticals in line with national standards. Drug transcription error reporting. Create and adapt rotas for the Medicines Management Team assessing and prioritising the needs of the service. Participate in audits to monitor and analyse Controlled Drug use and Safe and Secure Handling of medicines on wards/clinical areas. Dispensary based duties: Carry out dispensing of drugs, medicated dressings, enteral feeds, and drug-related devices for outpatients, in-patients, and clinical trial patients, from the dispensary as required. Give routine pharmaceutical advice to healthcare staff within professional limitations, referring to a pharmacist if required. Undertake the final accuracy checking (as an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician ACPT) of dispensed prescriptions in the dispensary in accordance with pharmacy departmental policies and procedures. Ensure the timely and supportive notification to dispensers, of any error found when checking. To ensure such errors are recorded, and to participate in the Trust Incident Reporting process as appropriate. Counsel all out-patients when issuing drugs, and in-patients as appropriate, in order to ensure the safe and effective use and storage of their medicines. Cover day to day managerial duties in the absence of the section Lead Technician, including managing and prioritising daily workload, organising staff breaks and ensuring adequate cover in all areas during times of absence. Undertake audits, which include regular safe handling and storage of medicines audits on wards and in Departments. To work with ward staff to develop action plans on audit outcomes and give advice and support as appropriate. Monitor the continued suitability of pharmaceutical stock on wards and in departments and to arrange the appropriate removal/destruction in accordance with environmental regulations. Carry out accurate entry of data into the Pharmacy computer system. Use networks and other resources to identify opportunities to improve the service. Participate in weekday late night, weekend and Bank Holiday services on rotation. Undertake other duties at the base hospital and other hospitals in the area as required by the Head of Pharmacy in accordance with this grade of post. Ensure that all Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC National certificate/NVQ level 3/City and Guilds or equivalent in Pharmacy Practice
• Accuracy Checking Technician Qualification or specialist equivalent for Medicines Management
• Able to demonstrate Continuing Professional Development to meet statutory requirements
• UK Professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician
• NVQ assessor award

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience relevant to the role
• Recent Hospital Pharmacy experience of a length and depth appropriate for the competencies that the post requires.

Skills

Essential

• Possesses Medicines Management competencies
• Computer skills
• Knowledge of JAC Pharmacy computer system
• Good communication skills (written and oral)
• Understanding of ward processes
• Supervisory skills
• Ability to frequently concentrate whilst dealing with arising queries
• Accurate dispensing skills
• Accurate checking skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic
• Motivated
• Reliable
• Team worker
• Professional level of personal presentation
• Flexible
• Able to use initiative
• Able to create a rapport
• Knows and respects their limits of discretion (i.e. when to hand over)
• Able to deal with angry/upset/ill patients

Other

Essential

• Able to work flexibly and participate in late duties and Saturday/Sunday/Bank holiday working

Desirable

• Car driver with use of motorised transport

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BTEC National certificate/NVQ level 3/City and Guilds or equivalent in Pharmacy Practice Accuracy Checking Technician Qualification or specialist equivalent for Medicines Management Able to demonstrate Continuing Professional Development to meet statutory requirements UK Professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician NVQ assessor award Experience Essential Post qualification experience relevant to the role Recent Hospital Pharmacy experience of a length and depth appropriate for the competencies that the post requires. Skills Essential Possesses Medicines Management competencies Computer skills Knowledge of JAC Pharmacy computer system Good communication skills (written and oral) Understanding of ward processes Supervisory skills Ability to frequently concentrate whilst dealing with arising queries Accurate dispensing skills Accurate checking skills Personal Qualities Essential Enthusiastic Motivated Reliable Team worker Professional level of personal presentation Flexible Able to use initiative Able to create a rapport Knows and respects their limits of discretion (i.e. when to hand over) Able to deal with angry/upset/ill patients Other Essential Able to work flexibly and participate in late duties and Saturday/Sunday/Bank holiday working Desirable Car driver with use of motorised transport

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role may be eligible for recruitment incentives, please liaise with the recruiting manager for further detail.

Are you a motivated, inclusive, and compassionate Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in the lives of adults experiencing mental health challenges? If so, we would love to hear from you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Beverley Community Mental Health Team as part of a well-established and supportive multidisciplinary team (MDT).

We are seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who is passionate about recovery-focused practice and enabling people to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilise your specialist occupational therapy skills to assess, plan, and deliver person-centred interventions, both on a one-to-one basis and through group programmes, supporting individuals on their recovery journey. You will play a key role in promoting occupational engagement, independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion.

Main duties of the job

• As the Occupational Therapy lead within the team, you will provide consultation and guidance to MDT colleagues, supporting the effective triage and management of occupational therapy referrals and helping to identify where occupational therapy interventions can add value to an individual's care and treatment.

• The successful candidate will benefit from a comprehensive induction programme, access to role-specific training, regular clinical supervision, and a wide range of continuing professional development opportunities. You will also participate in Occupational Therapy professional networks, and CPD activities alongside more than 90 registered Occupational Therapists working across the Trust.

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team that values the unique contribution of occupational therapy and is committed to supporting staff development, innovation, and high-quality patient care.

About us

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Job summary

The Community Paediatric Service is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Children's Clinic Assistant, with an awareness of children's disability, to join their team.

Your role will be to promote the smooth and efficient running of all community paediatric clinics across the city, ensuring all necessary patient information is available to support the doctors in the clinics.

You will be required to support children with a range of disabilities including complex disability and challenging behaviour, and their families/carers, whilst attending community paediatric clinics. You will be required to support the child protection clinics and initial health assessment clinics for cared for children, held at the Coral Suite, Moss Side on a regular basis. You will undertake the weighing and measuring of all children and young people prior to the consultation with the doctor and assist families to complete any relevant paper work.

The post includes regular administration support for the child protection and initial health assessment clinics for cared for children, so you must have a good IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

You must be able to travel across the city to support locality clinics.

Main duties of the job

To support children with complex disability and challenging behaviour and their families/carers, whilst attending community paediatric clinics.

To work as part of the Community Paediatric Service to support a range of community clinics, including child protection clinics and initial health assessment clinics for cared for children.

To ensure the safe and effective running of all clinics.

To ensure all necessary patient information is available to support the doctors in the community paediatric clinics.

Provide administration support for the child protection and initial health assessment documentation, including typing and proof-reading, referral management.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

349-LCOD-8149001-RL4-A

Job locations

Moss Side Health Centre

Monton Street

Moss Side

M14 4GP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

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

What is a DBS Check?

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

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

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

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

Who Needs a DBS Check

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

The Costs for a DBS

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

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

DBS Update Service

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or functional skills in English
• NVQ Level 3 in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Good IT skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation pertaining to children
• Ability to understand the needs of children and families with additional needs and disability
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
• Ability to work under own initiative as well as part of a team
• Ability to work flexibly
• Previous experience of working with children/young people
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in the community
• Experience and knowledge of safeguarding children
• Previous experience of working in a health care setting

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE or functional skills in English NVQ Level 3 in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent Knowledge and skills Essential Good IT skills Knowledge of safeguarding legislation pertaining to children Ability to understand the needs of children and families with additional needs and disability Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written Ability to work under own initiative as well as part of a team Ability to work flexibly Previous experience of working with children/young people Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Desirable Previous experience of working in the community Experience and knowledge of safeguarding children Previous experience of working in a health care setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moss Side Health Centre

Monton Street

Moss Side

M14 4GP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moss Side Health Centre

Monton Street

Moss Side

M14 4GP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Do you want an opportunity for an exciting new career?

An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic people to join our team at NUH providing Phlebotomy services to all ward areas, clinics and outpatients departments on both of our campuses, including the Treatment centre.

Please note, this post may be closed early if a suitable number of applications are received. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid any disappointment.

Main duties of the job

In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.

Phlebotomy is the skill of obtaining a blood sample by using varying techniques and equipment, whilst following trust guidance and policy.

The teams provide a warm and welcoming supportive learning environment and share a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Previous experience working as a Phlebotomist is not required as full supervised training will be provided.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

164-8237549

Job locations

City Hospital and QMC Campus

Hucknall road and Derby road

Nottingham

NG51PB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Excellent communication skills along with a pleasant , friendly and understanding disposition are essential for this role and previous experience of working with the general public would be an advantage.

This role will require the post holder to wear personal, protective, equipment (PPE) including masks, aprons and gloves as per trust guidance.

You must be able to work in a fast paced, high demand environment which sees a high turn over of patients daily.

Job description Job responsibilities Excellent communication skills along with a pleasant , friendly and understanding disposition are essential for this role and previous experience of working with the general public would be an advantage. This role will require the post holder to wear personal, protective, equipment (PPE) including masks, aprons and gloves as per trust guidance. You must be able to work in a fast paced, high demand environment which sees a high turn over of patients daily.

Person Specification

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• oGCSE grades A-C or equivalent in English and Maths.

Desirable

• oPrevious Phlebotomy /Venepuncture Experience within an acute trust.

Experience

Essential

• You will have a genuine interest in a career working in frontline services for people
• Knowledge of the Phlebotomy role.
• Able to follow a full venepuncture- training programme
• Good communication and telephone skills
• Understanding and respect of confidentiality in the workplace.

Desirable

• Experience of working in an acute hospital environment

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential

• Understands and practices the principles of confidentiality
• Able to minimise interpersonal conflict
• Computer literate (able to use MS Outlook, MS word, enter data onto excel spread sheets).
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work and communicate in a pro-active, responsive and professional manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships.

Analytical and Judgement Skills

Essential

• Able to use judgement in straightforward situations
• Awareness of limitations and when to seek advice to solve problem

Planning and Organisation Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Ability to work under pressure

Physical Skills

Essential

• Manual dexterity required to perform tasks
• Must be active and mobile
• Ability to work for long periods whilst standing.
• Must be able to deliver the full phlebotomy service within NUH.

Other requirements specific to the role (eg be able to drive or work shifts)

Essential

• Flexibility and adaptability to ensure workloads are achieved and service requirements are met at all times.
• Flexible approach to working hours to help cover leave and sickness
• Ability to work at both Trust campuses

Person Specification Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards Training & Qualifications Essential oGCSE grades A-C or equivalent in English and Maths. Desirable oPrevious Phlebotomy /Venepuncture Experience within an acute trust. Experience Essential You will have a genuine interest in a career working in frontline services for people Knowledge of the Phlebotomy role. Able to follow a full venepuncture- training programme Good communication and telephone skills Understanding and respect of confidentiality in the workplace. Desirable Experience of working in an acute hospital environment Communication and Relationship Skills Essential Understands and practices the principles of confidentiality Able to minimise interpersonal conflict Computer literate (able to use MS Outlook, MS word, enter data onto excel spread sheets). Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to work and communicate in a pro-active, responsive and professional manner. Ability to maintain good working relationships. Analytical and Judgement Skills Essential Able to use judgement in straightforward situations Awareness of limitations and when to seek advice to solve problem Planning and Organisation Skills Essential Ability to prioritise own workload Ability to work under pressure Physical Skills Essential Manual dexterity required to perform tasks Must be active and mobile Ability to work for long periods whilst standing. Must be able to deliver the full phlebotomy service within NUH. Other requirements specific to the role (eg be able to drive or work shifts) Essential Flexibility and adaptability to ensure workloads are achieved and service requirements are met at all times. Flexible approach to working hours to help cover leave and sickness Ability to work at both Trust campuses

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

City Hospital and QMC Campus

Hucknall road and Derby road

Nottingham

NG51PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

City Hospital and QMC Campus

Hucknall road and Derby road

Nottingham

NG51PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Senior Assistant Technical Officer to join the Pharmacy Production team in the Cytotoxic Chemotherapy production Department (Cytolab) at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH). You will be joining a team of hardworking and dedicated pharmacy professionals who compound cancer treatments for NUH patients.

As part of the role you will be required to complete the Pharmacy Support Staff qualification, unless you already have this qualification. Until the qualification is gained the applicant will be a Band 2 and will move to Band 3 upon qualification.

The Pharmacy Production department at NUH has four manufacturing areas. The Sterile Production Unit (SPU), Non-Sterile Manufacturing Unit (NSM) and Pharmacy Packing Unit (PPU) are based at the MHRA licensed facility at the Queens Medical Centre (QMC) campus. The Cytotoxic Chemotherapy Production Unit (Cytolab) is located at the City Hospital Campus. The post holder will be primarily based at the Cytotoxic Chemotherapy Production Unit (Cytolab) at the City Hospital campus.

Main duties of the job

You will receive full training from our dedicated and experienced pharmacy production team. Once trained, you will be required to prepare, assemble and manufacture chemotherapy treatments for cancer patients at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. You will also be required to deliver cancer treatments to NUH wards and departments and the City Campus and support the department in ordering and managing stock.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a talented individual to join the surgical pharmacy team as a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist for cancer surgery and surgical specialities.

In this post you will lead the pharmacy service provision to patients undergoing specialist surgery at NUH, including our tertiary referral centres for thoracics, burns, urology, breast & sarcoma surgery. You will work as part of the pharmacy team delivering clinical care to these patients, many of whom are undergoing surgery as part of their cancer treatment.

The job will be based at the City Hospital campus where you will work as part of the MDT providing high quality medicines reconciliation and pharmaceutical knowledge. The post holder will work with the other members of the MDT to perform medicines optimisation, including deprescribing and prevention of harm from inappropriate polypharmacy. You would also be involved in improving prescribing and reducing risks within the wider healthcare team , attending governance meetings and MDT meetings in your given area.

In addition the post holder will also work within the wider pharmacy surgical team, receiving and giving support to the other team members and trainees.

Main duties of the job

For full duties please refer to the attached job description. Key duties are:

1)To partake in specialist clinical pharmacy duties ensuring core clinical pharmacy activities are undertaken specifically

2) Leadership, management and directorate/service support roles

3) To line manage and support more junior pharmacists in the listed directorates

4) To take full part in the 7-day shifted rota and bank holidays duties

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Job summary

Perform phlebotomy and other duties within the laboratory supporting other staff within the team whilst providing optimum patient care.

Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services provides phlebotomy services at 6 main sites; University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, City of Coventry Health Centre in Coventry, Hospital of St Cross in Rugby, George Eliot Hospital in Nuneaton and South Warwick Foundation Trust in Warwick with Out-patient and In-Patient services. A number of Community Clinics, GP Clinics and Domiciliary services are also supported, covering, Coventry, Warwickshire, Leicestershire and Birmingham.

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The recruitment day will be held on 13th October 2026.

Please note that this position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

We are currently looking for Phlebotomists to work at our site in Hospital of St Cross in Rugby. We are looking to increase access our services for patients, and are therefore looking to introduce both In-patient and Out-Patient services across 7 days. Applicants will be expected to work shift patterns to support these services going forwards, including early, late, weekend and Bank Holiday shifts.

Please note there are various vacancies available for 37.5 Hours and 30 hour contracts.We are looking for some keen and flexible individuals to be trained to a high level to become Phlebotomists within our team. Part time positions are available - full flexibility is amustand successful applicants will be expected to work a variety of shifts.

Closing Date:

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

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

218-ACS-B2-PHLEBROLL-OCT26

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Responsible for the collection of blood samples from inpatients, outpatients, clinics, GP surgeries and homes of patients as specified by the supervisor.
• Responsible for the safe disposal of contaminated materials, including sharps.
• Undertake reception duties department to welcome and advise patients and staff as required by supervisor.
• To sort and identify specimens received.
• Undertake preparation of samples for testing using separation techniques such as centrifugation and tapping off.
• Responsible for the tracking and recording of samples to ensure that relevant information is available for the supervisor.
• Responsible for monitoring and replenishing of medical stock.
• Undertake agreed clinical and non clinical tasks following training, ensuring referral to appropriate trained staff as required.
• Support less experienced members of staff in their orientation to the department and role.
• To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and to work to achieve personal objectives.
• To participate in the provision of an out of hours laboratory service as required.
• To assist with the provision of high quality service for staff and patients.
• Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards.
• To undertake such duties as shall be prescribed by the Deputy Laboratory Manager in accordance with this grade of post.

Recruiting to Values

To ensure that we provide world-class patient care, UHCW recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.

All correspondence will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk/SPAM folders

If you are invited to attend interview you will be asked to set up an account with the Trac recruitment system in order to confirm your interview time.

Job description Job responsibilities Responsible for the collection of blood samples from inpatients, outpatients, clinics, GP surgeries and homes of patients as specified by the supervisor. Responsible for the safe disposal of contaminated materials, including sharps. Undertake reception duties department to welcome and advise patients and staff as required by supervisor. To sort and identify specimens received. Undertake preparation of samples for testing using separation techniques such as centrifugation and tapping off. Responsible for the tracking and recording of samples to ensure that relevant information is available for the supervisor. Responsible for monitoring and replenishing of medical stock. Undertake agreed clinical and non clinical tasks following training, ensuring referral to appropriate trained staff as required. Support less experienced members of staff in their orientation to the department and role. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and to work to achieve personal objectives. To participate in the provision of an out of hours laboratory service as required. To assist with the provision of high quality service for staff and patients. Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards. To undertake such duties as shall be prescribed by the Deputy Laboratory Manager in accordance with this grade of post. Recruiting to Values To ensure that we provide world-class patient care, UHCW recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour. All correspondence will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk/SPAM folders If you are invited to attend interview you will be asked to set up an account with the Trac recruitment system in order to confirm your interview time.

Person Specification

Qualification/Training

Essential

• oBasic numeracy and literacy qualifications

Desirable

• oNVQ level 2 in Laboratory and Associated Activities or prepared to work towards

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in a customer facing environment

Desirable

• oPrevious laboratory experience NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of NHS systems

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• oPatient focused oBasic IT skills oAbility work cooperatively within a team oGood communication and interpersonal skills oAbility to work under pressure oMotivated and enthusiastic oApproachable oAble to demonstrate attention to detail oFlexibility in working hours

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Person Specification Qualification/Training Essential oBasic numeracy and literacy qualifications Desirable oNVQ level 2 in Laboratory and Associated Activities or prepared to work towards Experience Essential oExperience of working in a customer facing environment Desirable oPrevious laboratory experience NHS experience Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of NHS systems Skills & Abilities Essential oPatient focused oBasic IT skills oAbility work cooperatively within a team oGood communication and interpersonal skills oAbility to work under pressure oMotivated and enthusiastic oApproachable oAble to demonstrate attention to detail oFlexibility in working hours Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

NHS 111 option mental health 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.

The service is free and is available to anyone of any age who is concerned about their own mental health or that of a relative or friend. This includes carers and healthcare professionals.

NHS 111 option mental health is staffed by a team of experienced mental health clinicians and operators. Although we are not a counselling service, all our staff will listen and help callers to identify and clarify their immediate problems and to explore ways of coping or suggest alternative avenues of help.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Helloor Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit experienced mental health clinicians to join our busy team. You will be joining a friendly, supportive and dedicated team responding to Sussex-wide callers who require support for their own or others mental health.

As a clinician you will be trained in triage and risk formulation/assessments to be utilised alongside your existing skills, to support callers and where necessary signpost to urgent care services across Sussex. You will also supervise, offer pastoral care and act as a point of escalation for a team of Call Operators who may require support with complex calls.

All work is telephone based, we are working from our office base in East Sussex.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum / pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

354-AB-21133

Job locations

Warwick House- Seaford

Warwick Road

Seaford

BN25 1FG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be successful in this role you will share our passion, desire and empathetic approach to supporting people of all ages with complex mental health needs, who are often experiencing crisis.

Requirements:

• Registered with the NMC, HCPC or Social Work England via a core professional qualification Applications are welcomed from OTs, Mental Health Nurses and Social Workers
• Experienced in risk assessment and management
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and varied role
• Ability to work flexible hours; to include evenings, weekends and nights
• Able to work autonomously
• Ability to travel and work from an office based in Seaford, EastSussex.

It would also be advantageous if you are:

• Have a background within urgent care/ crisis/ liaison service(s)

Flexibility with working patterns to include some weekend and evening work is essential. This does bring with it increased rates of pay for unsocial hours as set out under the Agenda for Change (AfC) guidelines.

Job description Job responsibilities To be successful in this role you will share our passion, desire and empathetic approach to supporting people of all ages with complex mental health needs, who are often experiencing crisis. Requirements: Registered with the NMC, HCPC or Social Work England via a core professional qualification Applications are welcomed from OTs, Mental Health Nurses and Social Workers Experienced in risk assessment and management Comfortable working in a fast-paced and varied role Ability to work flexible hours; to include evenings, weekends and nights Able to work autonomously Ability to travel and work from an office based in Seaford, EastSussex. It would also be advantageous if you are: Have a background within urgent care/ crisis/ liaison service(s) Flexibility with working patterns to include some weekend and evening work is essential. This does bring with it increased rates of pay for unsocial hours as set out under the Agenda for Change (AfC) guidelines.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualifying experience in the relevant care group
• Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems
• Experience of working consultatively with professionals
• Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
• Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies
• Understanding of clinical governance
• Previous experience of working in the community

Person Specification Knowledge/Experience Essential Significant post qualifying experience in the relevant care group Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group Experience of supervising staff Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems Experience of working consultatively with professionals Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies Understanding of clinical governance Previous experience of working in the community

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick House- Seaford

Warwick Road

Seaford

BN25 1FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick House- Seaford

Warwick Road

Seaford

BN25 1FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

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

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

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

Come and join us to work within a fast developing, dynamic and pioneering Neurodevelopmental (ND) Team across the city of Birmingham, working alongside a range of professionals, including children's therapy, clinical psychology and medical colleagues, education and local authority partners.We are looking for highly motivated and committed therapist with skills in holistic, client-centred practice, for a post at Band 7.

Main duties of the job

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

You will have strong clinical and caseload management skills and a passion for working with children with SEND, with a specific interest in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism. You will have proven experience of successfully working with a range of clients, their families, and others in order for the child to achieve meaningful outcomes. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be willing to work in a full range of locations across the city of Birmingham, including child development centres, education settings and family homes, as well as undertaking some assessments virtually.To make effective use of our mobile working technology and IT systems, you will also have good IT skills.We offer a friendly and supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on Clinical Supervision and CPD to support your development. We have robust supervision arrangements through our team of Senior Therapists and AHP Leads.

About us

Be Part of Our Team...

BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

820-8191732-CF

Job locations

Citywide

Birmingham

B35 7QX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area
• Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate
• Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge
• Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach
• Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care
• Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy
• Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment.
• The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use
• To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria
• Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members
• Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences
• Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management.
• Working closely with the Service Leads and Operational Managers to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation.
• Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate.
• Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service.
• Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area
• As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes
• As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area
• Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates
• Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level
• Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities.
• Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area.
• Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities
• Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required.
• Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency
• Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands
• Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care
• Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service.
• To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives.
• To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations.
• Administrative Duties and Responsibilities:
• Writing reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context
• Completing timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines including inputting activity into the IT system
• Using IT skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively managing mobile devices to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication
• To participate in quality assurance, clinical audit and outcome measure studies conducted by the department

Job description Job responsibilities Carrying out specialist assessments in service area. Developing and implementing a range of programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of the clients, families and their environments in accordance with agreed pathways and packages of care in specialist area Negotiating with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and carers with reference to case management of complex cases including instigating appropriate referrals as appropriate Using specialist knowledge to inform clinical judgments and decision making for highly complex cases including decisions to discharge Undertaking differential diagnosis of cases and contribute to overall decision-making for complex clients with a range of disorders as part of a team approach Identifying and planning appropriate intervention including delivering assessment and therapy in groups and one-to-one sessions, in accordance with the pathways & service agreed packages of care Taking responsibility for the delegation of therapy programmes to assistants acting as a mentor and supervisor in line with the local delegation policy Providing appropriate treatment based on best practice, adapted to clients needs and priorities including advising other professionals and parent on the appropriate type and level of support needed to develop skills in the home / school environment. The post holder will assess, provide and monitor the use of therapeutic equipment as required. This will involve liaising with other agencies, teaching parents or carers about health and safety issues surrounding the equipment to enable its safe use To triage referrals as required, ensuring that they meet the service referral criteria Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex and sensitive information from clinical assessment and therapy outcomes to clients, carers and multidisciplinary team members Adapting own communication style and methods for individual circumstances as required based on cultural, social and linguistic differences Offering training and second opinions in specialist area including communication and negotiation around complex case management. Working closely with the Service Leads and Operational Managers to address clinical issues and process matters related to the specialist area and identify opportunities for service transformation and innovation. Ensuring the clinical quality aspects of the service delivery in specialist area are maintained and taking early action to manage any clinical risk as appropriate. Leading in audits and reviews of evidence to underpin current practice within the Service. Contributing to the measurement of outcomes, evaluation and updating of packages of care used within the service in specialist clinical area As requested, to use specialist knowledge together with analysis of relevant data in the clinical area in order to contribute in matters of service delivery in the specialist clinical area and provide evidence for clinical outcomes As requested, collecting and collating statistical data in specialist area Demonstrating understanding of the demands and the changing local and national context in which the service operates Assisting or leading, as requested, on the management of complaints and incidents at local level Contributing to discussions around setting the direction for the service including foreseeing risks and opportunities. Linking in with regional & national colleagues via networks to benchmark best practice, build professional networks and bring practice back to the service to contribute to service planning within the specialist area. Reviewing and interpreting research evidence relevant to specialist area and contributing to discussions on how to implement findings to the benefit of the service in line with service priorities Liaising with other professional groups, organisations or voluntary bodies external to the Trust as required. Practising reflective learning and identifying and accessing appropriate Continuous Professional Development to work in accordance with professional standards and the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency Working autonomously prioritising in own work area, balancing all service-user area and professional demands Accessing the tools and support required to continue to develop the use of informatics and technology to deliver quality and cost-effective care Participate in the development of clinical protocols for use within the Service. To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development in the Service in line with the Trusts strategic objectives. To participate in the development and application of National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in practice, contributing to protocol development through participation in national organisations. Administrative Duties and Responsibilities: Writing reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information which may be used in a legal context Completing timely, accurate written and electronic records of patients care, maintaining service standards and following departmental clinical record keeping guidelines including inputting activity into the IT system Using IT skills to produce customised treatment plans and materials and effectively managing mobile devices to access client records, emails and other aspects of electronic communication To participate in quality assurance, clinical audit and outcome measure studies conducted by the department

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oFirst degree level qualification, relevant to service area
• oHCPC Licence to practice
• oFull Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area
• oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area
• oRelevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation, neurodiversity
• oRelevant training in clinical leadership

Desirable

• oMasters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area

Experience

Essential

• oExtensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service
• oExtensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings
• oExtensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays
• oSignificant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes
• oRelevant experience of using leadership skills for service development
• oSignificant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals
• oExtensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard
• oSignificant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of the national and political agenda influencing health services and specific service area
• oCompetent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oFirst degree level qualification, relevant to service area oHCPC Licence to practice oFull Membership of Professional body , relevant to service area oEvidence of recent relevant CPD activities in specialist area oRelevant training in specialist area e.g. post graduate dysphagia qualification, Sensory-Integration, neurological rehabilitation, neurodiversity oRelevant training in clinical leadership Desirable oMasters post graduate qualification, relevant to service area Experience Essential oExtensive experience of diagnostic assessment and intervention in specialist area of service oExtensive experience of working as a specialist therapist with children and families in a range of multi-disciplinary and / or multi-agency teams in Local Authority and Health settings oExtensive experience of managing a mixed and complex caseload of children and young people with a range of developmental disorders and delays oSignificant experience of managing safeguarding concerns and an understanding of local processes oRelevant experience of using leadership skills for service development oSignificant experience in providing support and supervision to colleagues and other professionals oExtensive experience of providing complex written and verbal information to others to a high standard oSignificant experience of delivering successful/effective training to a range of qualified professionals in the area of specialism Skills/Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of the national and political agenda influencing health services and specific service area oCompetent in using electronic systems relevant to practice in the Trust and in the clinical area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Citywide

Birmingham

B35 7QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Citywide

Birmingham

B35 7QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join us within our Nuclear Medicine department. The post holder will primarily provide support to the Clinical Scientists within the department with a number of varied and routine tasks and service development, working within a friendly, multi-disciplinary team of physicists, technologists, nurses, radiologists and admin staff.

We currently have a dedicated solid state cardiac gamma camera and four hybrid SPECT CT gamma cameras. We support Sentinel Lymph Node surgery, and carry out a range of molecular radiotherapies, including I-131 ablation, I-131 thyrotoxic, Ra-223 and Lu-177 therapies. We provide technical support to Alliance Healthcare in the provision of a PET/CT service. There are many opportunities for service development and improvement projects.

This post would suit a technologist or radiographer with an interest in Nuclear Medicine or a physics graduate looking to move into a career in healthcare science. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to improve their skills and experience before application to the STP scheme.

Leicester is a fun and vibrant city with lots of events and culture to explore. As a midlands city, it also has good transport links to other regions.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

• Participate in the day-to-day supervision of trainee technical staff assigned to Nuclear Medicine, assisting in the delivery of work-based training.
• Provide expert knowledge in the field of Nuclear Medicine, ensuring that Standard Operating Protocols and other relevant legislation are followed.
• To liaise with the multi-disciplinary team as required in the performance of duties.
• Undertake other duties assigned by the Head of Nuclear Medicine Physics

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Job summary

The role will provide a specialist paramedic resource for healthcare professionals and service users, working in collaboration with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, working within the surgery and the wider PCN as an autonomous, accountable paramedic, in the provision of a holistic approach for individuals including assessment, diagnosis and treatment to deliver quality patient services.This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week). Part-time working may be considered in line with service requirements.This role is included within the extended hours provision and may involve working an evening and/or Saturday on a rota basis.

Please note: this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received.Expected interview date: 8th October

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will provide clinical expertise as an integral member of the Wells Health Centre multidisciplinary team, to assess, diagnose, treat, refer or signpost patients/service users, who attend the surgery with undifferentiated or undiagnosed condition relating to minor illness or minor injury.

A paramedic is authorised to undertake treatments and procedures as directed by the GPs for which they are trained in, and which are within the Royal College of Paramedics guidelines and in line with the HCPC standards framework. The post holder will use advanced clinical skills to provide education to patients and service users, promoting selfcare and empowering them to make informed choices about their treatment.

The post-holder will also perform any other clinical and administrative duties, where trained and determined safe to do so by the partners. This may include assisting with medical reports, safeguarding, and clinical support.

Through these activities, the post-holder will support the delivery and development of high-quality care within Wells Health Centre while contributing, where appropriate, to relevant West Mendip PCN priorities and services.

About us

Primary Care Networks (PCNs) were established in July 2019 as part of the NHS Long Term Plan to improve the quality and accessibility of care by encouraging collaboration among various healthcare services and community organisations.

One of 13 PCNs in Somerset, we are a collaboration of five GP practices in West Mendip: Glastonbury Health Centre, Glastonbury Surgery, Wells City Practice, Wells Health Centre and Vine Surgery Partnership (Street).

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Pay depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

W0067-26-0007

Job locations

West Mendip Primary Care Network

c/o Wells Health Centre

Wells

Somerset

BA5 1XJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assess and triage patients, using same day triage, and as appropriate provide definitive treatment or make necessary referrals to other members of the Practice, outside agencies and the PCN team.

• Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to other community or voluntary services.

• Be able to: Utilise triage knowledge and skills to appropriately direct patients to the correct care in-house or to the appropriate service. Utilise triage knowledge and skills to appropriately direct patients to the correct care in-house or to the appropriate service. Perform and interpret ECGs; alongside other results as appropriate. Perform investigatory procedures as required. Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, etc.

• Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans.

• Communicate proactively and effectively with all colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team, attending and contributing to meetings as required.

• Collaborate with other members of the PCN including doctors, nurses and other AHPs, accepting referrals and referring to them for specialist care.

• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous health records appropriate to the consultation, ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.

• Prescribe, issue and review medications as appropriate following policy, patient group directives, NICE (national) and local clinical guidelines and local care pathways. This will be done in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.

• Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.

• Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions.

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis, and patients with complex needs.

• Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.

• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.

• Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.

• Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care.ALL POST HOLDERS ARE REQUIRED TO
• Adhere to relevant West Mendip PCN and host practice policies, procedures and governance arrangements, including those relating to health and safety, equality, confidentiality, information governance and infection prevention and control.
• Maintain their personal and professional development and participate in appropriate training, supervision and development activities relevant to the role.
• Complete all statutory, essential and mandatory training requirements.
• Participate in appraisal and relevant clinical and professional supervision arrangements.
• Maintain confidentiality in relation to patients, colleagues and organisational information and comply with current data protection and information governance requirements.
• Comply with the professional standards, conduct and registration requirements of the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control and comply with relevant policies and procedures.
• Maintain complete, accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with professional, legal, practice and PCN requirements.
• Report incidents, complaints, clinical concerns, safeguarding concerns and other risks through the appropriate practice and PCN processes.
• Take responsibility for the quality and safety of their own work, working within their scope of competence and seeking advice or escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Contribute positively to the effectiveness of the Wells Health Centre and West Mendip PCN teams, including identifying opportunities to improve services and patient outcomes.
• Work effectively and respectfully with colleagues across practices and other health and care organisations to meet patients' needs.
• Manage their own time, workload and resources effectively.

NOTE

This job description provides an outline of the principal responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive.

The post is an ARRS-funded West Mendip PCN role predominantly aligned to Wells Health Centre. While the post-holder's principal day-to-day responsibilities will be undertaken with Wells Health Centre, flexibility will be required to work collaboratively across West Mendip PCN and with partner organisations where appropriate to meet patient, service and Network Contract DES requirements.

The duties and responsibilities of the role may evolve in response to changes in national guidance, the Network Contract DES, local priorities and service needs. Any significant changes will be discussed with the post-holder.

All duties must be undertaken in accordance with applicable West Mendip PCN, host practice and professional policies, procedures and standards.

Job description Job responsibilities Assess and triage patients, using same day triage, and as appropriate provide definitive treatment or make necessary referrals to other members of the Practice, outside agencies and the PCN team.Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to other community or voluntary services.Be able to: Utilise triage knowledge and skills to appropriately direct patients to the correct care in-house or to the appropriate service. Utilise triage knowledge and skills to appropriately direct patients to the correct care in-house or to the appropriate service. Perform and interpret ECGs; alongside other results as appropriate. Perform investigatory procedures as required. Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, etc.Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans.Communicate proactively and effectively with all colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team, attending and contributing to meetings as required.Collaborate with other members of the PCN including doctors, nurses and other AHPs, accepting referrals and referring to them for specialist care.Maintain accurate and contemporaneous health records appropriate to the consultation, ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.Prescribe, issue and review medications as appropriate following policy, patient group directives, NICE (national) and local clinical guidelines and local care pathways. This will be done in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions.Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis, and patients with complex needs.Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care.ALL POST HOLDERS ARE REQUIRED TOAdhere to relevant West Mendip PCN and host practice policies, procedures and governance arrangements, including those relating to health and safety, equality, confidentiality, information governance and infection prevention and control.Maintain their personal and professional development and participate in appropriate training, supervision and development activities relevant to the role.Complete all statutory, essential and mandatory training requirements.Participate in appraisal and relevant clinical and professional supervision arrangements.Maintain confidentiality in relation to patients, colleagues and organisational information and comply with current data protection and information governance requirements.Comply with the professional standards, conduct and registration requirements of the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control and comply with relevant policies and procedures.Maintain complete, accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with professional, legal, practice and PCN requirements.Report incidents, complaints, clinical concerns, safeguarding concerns and other risks through the appropriate practice and PCN processes.Take responsibility for the quality and safety of their own work, working within their scope of competence and seeking advice or escalating concerns where appropriate.Contribute positively to the effectiveness of the Wells Health Centre and West Mendip PCN teams, including identifying opportunities to improve services and patient outcomes.Work effectively and respectfully with colleagues across practices and other health and care organisations to meet patients' needs.Manage their own time, workload and resources effectively.NOTEThis job description provides an outline of the principal responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive.The post is an ARRS-funded West Mendip PCN role predominantly aligned to Wells Health Centre. While the post-holder's principal day-to-day responsibilities will be undertaken with Wells Health Centre, flexibility will be required to work collaboratively across West Mendip PCN and with partner organisations where appropriate to meet patient, service and Network Contract DES requirements.The duties and responsibilities of the role may evolve in response to changes in national guidance, the Network Contract DES, local priorities and service needs. Any significant changes will be discussed with the post-holder.All duties must be undertaken in accordance with applicable West Mendip PCN, host practice and professional policies, procedures and standards.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post-registration experience at a senior grade
• Evidence of working collaboratively with other disciplines and agencies
• Demonstrable understanding of systems in health and social care that are wider than immediate role
• Knowledge and experience of long-term conditions management
• Experience of mentoring/teaching
• Able to plan proactively, manage and evaluate own learning, negotiate learning opportunities and establish learning contracts
• A good understanding of the changing NHS environment
• Community experience as a clinician
• Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team across professional and/or organisation boundaries
• Able to work flexibly and using own initiative

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice or healthcare environment
• Knowledge of current QoF and enhanced services

Other Requirements

Essential

• Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle that is insured for business purposes
• Able to work across multiple sites as required
• Willingness to work flexibly to support occasional events or activities outside normal working hours

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Proven post registration experience within the field
• Experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
• Mentorship or supervisory skills training
• Good knowledge of Microsoft and GP practice and prescribing data monitoring working systems
• Ability to write comprehensive clinical notes, implement and evaluate care plans
• Management of patients with complex needs
• Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values
• Independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, pre-empt, and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons), FdSc, DipHE in Paramedic Science or similar
• Completion of an FCP taught module OR has received stage one roadmap sign off
• Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration
• Able to operate at an advanced level within the clinical pillar of advanced practice

Desirable

• Independent Non Medical Prescriber
• Roadmap Supervisor

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Professional appearance & demeanour
• Adaptable to change - flexible in accepting new procedures and policies
• Ability to demonstrate initiative: proactive and self-motivated
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills
• Positive, enthusiastic and motivated, with a genuine commitment to improving patient outcomes

Person Specification Experience Essential Demonstrable post-registration experience at a senior grade Evidence of working collaboratively with other disciplines and agencies Demonstrable understanding of systems in health and social care that are wider than immediate role Knowledge and experience of long-term conditions management Experience of mentoring/teaching Able to plan proactively, manage and evaluate own learning, negotiate learning opportunities and establish learning contracts A good understanding of the changing NHS environment Community experience as a clinician Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team across professional and/or organisation boundaries Able to work flexibly and using own initiative Desirable Experience of working in a GP practice or healthcare environment Knowledge of current QoF and enhanced services Other Requirements Essential Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle that is insured for business purposes Able to work across multiple sites as required Willingness to work flexibly to support occasional events or activities outside normal working hours Skills and Knowledge Essential Proven post registration experience within the field Experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans Mentorship or supervisory skills training Good knowledge of Microsoft and GP practice and prescribing data monitoring working systems Ability to write comprehensive clinical notes, implement and evaluate care plans Management of patients with complex needs Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values Independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills Evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care Ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, pre-empt, and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons), FdSc, DipHE in Paramedic Science or similar Completion of an FCP taught module OR has received stage one roadmap sign off Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration Able to operate at an advanced level within the clinical pillar of advanced practice Desirable Independent Non Medical Prescriber Roadmap Supervisor Personal Attributes Essential Professional appearance & demeanour Adaptable to change - flexible in accepting new procedures and policies Ability to demonstrate initiative: proactive and self-motivated Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills Positive, enthusiastic and motivated, with a genuine commitment to improving patient outcomes

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

West Mendip Primary Care Network

Address

West Mendip Primary Care Network

c/o Wells Health Centre

Wells

Somerset

BA5 1XJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West Mendip Primary Care Network

Address

West Mendip Primary Care Network

c/o Wells Health Centre

Wells

Somerset

BA5 1XJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post is for 21 hours a week on a fixed term contract until September 30th 2027.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative psychologist who is passionate about working with people with learning disabilities.

The CLDT is a Mon-Fri 9-5 service covering the whole city of Plymouth. You will join a supportive team of psychologists within a psychologically minded co-located MDT with commitments to CPD and supervision, opportunities to develop your skills and improve outcomes for service users.

The post holder will be confident and able to provide formulation, assessment and intervention (at a 1:1 and systemic level) to understand and address a wide range of presenting issues for people with learning disabilities, their families, and the systems around them. They will show or develop skill in undertaking complex assessments including capacity, risk and neuropsychological assessments, and will also have an understanding of trauma informed working. They will apply or develop compassionate leadership skills to support the CLDT team and providers.

Main duties of the job

Our cohesive team of Psychologists provide a specialist Clinical Psychology service to service users aged 18+ with a Learning Disability. The person will be responsible for formulation, assessment & intervention with their own caseload of clients with a variety of complex issues including mental ill-health, risky & distressed behaviours, trauma history impacting on personality, autism spectrum disorders & neurological problems including dementia. This includes families & paid carers in a wide range of independent sector provision. There will be opportunities to contribute to groups & innovative clinical interventions, as part of a full MDT. You will be encouraged to focus on professional development & research in relation to people with learning disabilities, including co-produced research. You will contribute to teaching & clinical supervision at the CLDT & at the university of Plymouth.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.

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

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

About us

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

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

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

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

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

Job summary

PLEASE NOTE IT IS MANDATORY FOR ANY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS TO HAVE COMPLETED THE PG CERTIFICATE (PWP TRAINING). If you do not have this qualification, we will not be able to accept your application and you would need to apply for a trainee PWP role in the future.

Any successful applicants are expected to primarily work between the office in Eccles and clinic venues in the Salford area. We are not able to offer any remote contracts.

We welcome applicants who speak an additional language.

Closing date is 07/10/2026 but we will close early subject to sufficient applications received.

Interview will be in person at our office.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work within the service providing high volume low intensity interventions whilst under supervision. The jobholder will provide a wider range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based guided self management interventions to adults with common mental health issues.

About us

Six Degrees Social Enterprise is a Salford based Community Interest Company, established in 2011. We provide brief psychological interventions and bereavement support services across Salford and Greater Manchester. Our mission is to enable and empower individuals and communities to achieve their optimum wellbeing whilst working in an integrated and inclusive way.

Due to the high volume of applications, it may not always be possible to contact unsuccessful candidates. If you have any queries regarding your application, please contact [email protected].

We are a Safer Recruitment Organisation and carry out enhanced DBS checks on all applicants.

Job summary

As a Band 6 Bank Speech and Language Therapist, you will provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for adults with communication and swallowing disorders arising from stroke, neurological conditions, neurosurgery, complex medical conditions and long-term health needs. Shifts may be in inpatient or outpatient settings where you will independently manage a specialist caseload while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. Support and supervision is available from senior staff in all clinical pathways.

You will use advanced clinical reasoning skills to assess and manage complex communication and dysphagia presentations. You may be involved in supporting videofluoroscopy and FEES assessments, and work with patients with tracheostomies and ventilator dependence depending on your experience and competency development but this is not essential to the role.

Main duties of the job

• Demonstrate specialist knowledge in stroke, neurology, neurosurgery, elderly care and dysphagia management.
• Work autonomously within professional scope of practice
• Assess, diagnose and manage complex communication and swallowing disorders.
• Analyse assessment findings and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Use clinical reasoning to provide differential diagnoses.
• Make decisions regarding referral, discharge and onward specialist investigations
• Manage complex clinical situations with support from senior colleagues where appropriate
• Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Negotiate care plans and therapy goals with patients, carers and members of the MDT
• Communicate complex, sensitive and potentially distressing information to patients, carers and professionals.
• Adapt communication methods to overcome barriers associated with aphasia, dysarthria, cognitive impairment, hearing impairment and altered consciousness
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic and paper clinical records.
• Collect and record activity and outcome data.

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.

Job summary

We are seeking an experiencedMRI Radiographer to join our MRI team at Bristo NHS Foundation Trust. This role is ideal for a motivated Radiographer with expertise in adult and paediatric MRI imaging, who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.

You will play a key role in providing a high-quality, patient-centred MRI service across our hospital sites, working closely with the MRI Modality Lead and Band 7 MRI Leads. Experience in Cardiac MRI is essential and support will be available for further development within this specialist area.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6 MRI Radiographer, you will:

• Deliver a comprehensive MRI service for both adult and paediatric patients, producing high-quality diagnostic images.
• Maintain excellent technical and clinical standards within MRI practice, ensuring patient safety and comfort at all times.
• Work collaboratively with radiographers, radiologists, medical physics teams, ward staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues to support efficient service delivery.
• Participate in the development of MRI services, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and keeping up to date with advances in MRI practice.
• Administer contrast agents and undertake IV cannulation in line with departmental protocols.
• Support and supervise student radiographers and act as a role model for professional practice.
• Contribute to the extended-day service by working evenings, weekends and participating in the 24/7 MRI on-call rota for adult and paediatric non-cardiac emergency imaging.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and 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 the South West has 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 and retain a workforce which represents the 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 application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

387-D&T1183-NG

Job locations

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To develop and maintain excellent technical and clinical competency in general and paediatric MRI, leading on to cardiac MRI. To be aware of current MRI safety regulations under the guidance of the MRI Safety Officer. To support the Radiographic Assistant team where necessary. To maintain the professional, technical and patient care standards. To liaise with Radiographic, Radiological, Clerical, Theatre and ward staff to manage workflow. To participate in the extended day and weekend rota and MRI On- Call rota. To liaise with, and support, clerical staff in the booking and preparation of patients, with special attention to those patients who have special MRI safety considerations. To actively monitor equipment performance and report any faults to the MEMO or the manufacturer as appropriate and to ensure that staff are aware of any faults Respond quickly to any complaints / concerns. Keep up to date with developments within the MRI field (CPD) To ensure that Local Rules and Standard Operating Procedures are kept up to date in conjunction with Medical Physics. To assist the lead Radiographers in the management, delivery and development of the service. To attend first-line management courses or other departmental courses at the discretion of the lead MRI Radiographers. To provide a sympathetic and caring environment for patients. To undertake and keep up to date with mandatory and statutory training. Administer lV contrast and Buscopan / Glucagon where appropriate to the protocol. Request Orbit X-rays for foreign bodies so that patients are not put at risk for MRI scans and to liaise with the Radiologists/ Cardiologists if any other imaging is required prior to the scan for safety purposes. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. lnformation concerning the Trust's patients and staff must be treated as strictly confidential at alltimes and you may not divulge it to any other person except with the authority of your Head of Department. Such authority may only be given when it is in the patient's interest and is a necessary part of treatment. Unauthorised disclosure of confidential information will result in disciplinary action and may lead to your dismissal. Accountable for own practice, always acting within your registered professions Code of Professional Conduct

Supervisory, Teaching, Training Responsibilities

To demonstrate expert knowledge of the MRI and standards of clinical practice.

Act as an expert specialist educational resource for clinical staff, patients and carers by providing formal and informal education. Promote and develop a positive learning environment throughout the Trust.

Promote team-working; build rapport and collaborative working practices with multi-disciplinary teams. Act as a clinical role model demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice to other staff when necessary. To supervise the practical experience of student radiographers.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. Main Duties and Responsibilities To develop and maintain excellent technical and clinical competency in general and paediatric MRI, leading on to cardiac MRI. To be aware of current MRI safety regulations under the guidance of the MRI Safety Officer. To support the Radiographic Assistant team where necessary. To maintain the professional, technical and patient care standards. To liaise with Radiographic, Radiological, Clerical, Theatre and ward staff to manage workflow. To participate in the extended day and weekend rota and MRI On- Call rota. To liaise with, and support, clerical staff in the booking and preparation of patients, with special attention to those patients who have special MRI safety considerations. To actively monitor equipment performance and report any faults to the MEMO or the manufacturer as appropriate and to ensure that staff are aware of any faults Respond quickly to any complaints / concerns. Keep up to date with developments within the MRI field (CPD) To ensure that Local Rules and Standard Operating Procedures are kept up to date in conjunction with Medical Physics. To assist the lead Radiographers in the management, delivery and development of the service. To attend first-line management courses or other departmental courses at the discretion of the lead MRI Radiographers. To provide a sympathetic and caring environment for patients. To undertake and keep up to date with mandatory and statutory training. Administer lV contrast and Buscopan / Glucagon where appropriate to the protocol. Request Orbit X-rays for foreign bodies so that patients are not put at risk for MRI scans and to liaise with the Radiologists/ Cardiologists if any other imaging is required prior to the scan for safety purposes. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. lnformation concerning the Trust's patients and staff must be treated as strictly confidential at alltimes and you may not divulge it to any other person except with the authority of your Head of Department. Such authority may only be given when it is in the patient's interest and is a necessary part of treatment. Unauthorised disclosure of confidential information will result in disciplinary action and may lead to your dismissal. Accountable for own practice, always acting within your registered professions Code of Professional Conduct Supervisory, Teaching, Training Responsibilities To demonstrate expert knowledge of the MRI and standards of clinical practice. Act as an expert specialist educational resource for clinical staff, patients and carers by providing formal and informal education. Promote and develop a positive learning environment throughout the Trust. Promote team-working; build rapport and collaborative working practices with multi-disciplinary teams. Act as a clinical role model demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice to other staff when necessary. To supervise the practical experience of student radiographers.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiographers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent
• Relevant qualification or training and specialist experience in their Modality e.g. Post Graduate Certificate or equivalent management course or working towards it.
• Must hold a current Health Professions Council (HCPC) Registration Certificate
• Must have an understanding of relevant Health & Safety at work and Welfare issues, including the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017
• Must have evidence of completed and planned Continued Professional Development

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Exercise independent judgement and initiative based on acquired experience and knowledge
• IV cannulation skills
• Team member - able to assist radiographers/advanced radiographers with weekend/extended day working.
• Able to show initiative
• Excellent IT skills
• Self-motivated - skilled in time management/prioritisation

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in MRI with an in depth understanding and a sound knowledge of techniques
• Experience of team working
• Experience of working in the field of adult and/ or paediatric cardiology
• Experience of working in the NHS

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiographers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent Relevant qualification or training and specialist experience in their Modality e.g. Post Graduate Certificate or equivalent management course or working towards it. Must hold a current Health Professions Council (HCPC) Registration Certificate Must have an understanding of relevant Health & Safety at work and Welfare issues, including the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 Must have evidence of completed and planned Continued Professional Development Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Exercise independent judgement and initiative based on acquired experience and knowledge IV cannulation skills Team member - able to assist radiographers/advanced radiographers with weekend/extended day working. Able to show initiative Excellent IT skills Self-motivated - skilled in time management/prioritisation Experience Essential Experience of working in MRI with an in depth understanding and a sound knowledge of techniques Experience of team working Experience of working in the field of adult and/ or paediatric cardiology Experience of working in the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS28HW

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 Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Transform Neonatal Care Across the South West of England

We are seeking an innovative, experienced, and highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join our neonatal team in this unique leadership role. This is an exciting opportunity to combine expert clinical leadership within a tertiary neonatal service with strategic regional leadership across the South West Neonatal Network.

The post is structured as 3 days Clinical Lead, 2 days Neonatal Network Occupational Therapy Lead.

This role offers the opportunity to shape and influence neonatal occupational therapy practice at both local and regional levels, ensuring that babies and families receive high-quality, evidence-based developmental care and occupational therapy support throughout their neonatal journey.

The postholder will be a valued member of the specialist OT team, working collaboratively with the current Occupational Therapy clinical lead, Paediatric therapy manager and Neonatal Network AHP leads. We are looking for an innovative, inclusive clinical leader who is passionate about delivering a high-quality patient centred service.

The post may be offered for full or part time hours, to be discussed at interview.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Lead

• To lead a highly specialised Occupational Therapy service and autonomously carry a clinical caseload, including highly complex specialist neonatal and paediatric patients admitted to the neonatal unit and BRHC.
• To provide direct line management and operational support to a team of qualified and non qualified staff
• To be a core member of the neonatal MDT, assisting in the development, planning and progression of service provision in accordance with best evidence and local and national targets
• To demonstrate advanced knowledge of foetal new-born development, developmental disabilities and promotion of the roles of Occupational Therapy in neonatal services.
• To act as a source of expertise and demonstrate advanced knowledge and experience in the highly skilled management of high risk infants requiring neonatal care.
• Identify, co-ordinate and undertake continual professional development.

Network

• Provide strategic occupational therapy leadership across the South West Neonatal Network.
• Build professional networks and communities of practice across the region.
• Support workforce development, education and competency frameworks.
• Facilitate collaborative quality improvement initiatives and research opportunities.
• Represent occupational therapy within regional and national neonatal forums.
• Promote equitable access to neonatal occupational therapy services across the network.

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 and retain a workforce which represents the 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 application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum, pro rata for part time roles

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

387-W&C5588-LH

Job locations

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description documents attached to this vacancy.

Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description documents attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of relevant post-graduate CPD equivalent to at least MSc level
• Relevant Neonatal Training courses e.g. NBAS, NBO, FINE, Infant Bobath, Sensory Beginnings, General Movement, EI Smart, Bayley IV, miniAHA

Desirable

• Management / Leadership Training
• Registration with RCOT
• Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate experience across a wide range of specialities
• Experience working within paediatrics at a senior level (Band7 or above) including neonatal care, neurodevelopment or neurosciences
• Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessment and interventions in neonatal units
• Evidence working within a multidisciplinary team with clear understanding of roles and expectations
• Proven experience of research, audit and/or service development
• Proven experience in developing and delivering teaching, training and supervision of others
• Experience managing individuals and managing team performance
• Experience of guideline / policy writing
• Knowledge of key national issues/agendas relevant to the neonatal field

Desirable

• Experience of hospital discharge planning and caseload prioritisation
• Experience of prescribing specialised paediatric equipment.
• Experience of regional working
• Experience of leading and implementing service developments, including developing business cases and large scale change management

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent clinical leadership skills
• Sound IT skills
• Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner
• Proven responsibility for own decision making whilst working closely within a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Ability to fabricate upper limb splints from a range of materials

Aptitudes

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Good team player
• Leadership
• Honest
• Trustworthy
• Hardworking

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential HCPC registered Occupational Therapist Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy Evidence of relevant post-graduate CPD equivalent to at least MSc level Relevant Neonatal Training courses e.g. NBAS, NBO, FINE, Infant Bobath, Sensory Beginnings, General Movement, EI Smart, Bayley IV, miniAHA Desirable Management / Leadership Training Registration with RCOT Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years Knowledge & Experience Essential Significant post graduate experience across a wide range of specialities Experience working within paediatrics at a senior level (Band7 or above) including neonatal care, neurodevelopment or neurosciences Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessment and interventions in neonatal units Evidence working within a multidisciplinary team with clear understanding of roles and expectations Proven experience of research, audit and/or service development Proven experience in developing and delivering teaching, training and supervision of others Experience managing individuals and managing team performance Experience of guideline / policy writing Knowledge of key national issues/agendas relevant to the neonatal field Desirable Experience of hospital discharge planning and caseload prioritisation Experience of prescribing specialised paediatric equipment. Experience of regional working Experience of leading and implementing service developments, including developing business cases and large scale change management Skills & Abilities Essential Excellent organisational and time management skills Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Excellent clinical leadership skills Sound IT skills Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner Proven responsibility for own decision making whilst working closely within a team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Desirable Ability to fabricate upper limb splints from a range of materials Aptitudes Essential Good communication skills Good team player Leadership Honest Trustworthy Hardworking

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

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 looking for a dedicated Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our Community team in delivering a high standard of holistic care to patients in their homes.

Please note: Unfortunately we are not able to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a wider team, you will visit patients in their homes in and around North Hertfordshire to provide hands-on basic nursing and personal care. Our aim is to ensure patients with life limiting illnesses, and those who matter to them, are at the centre of the care we provide whilst enabling them to be comfortable and remain in their own homes.

Please note: A full UK driving licence and access to a car with insurance cover for business use is essential for this role.

About us

We are Garden House Hospice Care, the Hospice for North Hertfordshire. We are a multi award-winning hospice that puts the patient at the heart of everything we do. Patients on our inpatient unit are looked after by our specialist team 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We provide support and care to patients with a wide range of symptoms associated with a life-limiting illness, as well as their families.

We support our patients by providing symptom control, psychological support and end of life care. Our high nurse-to-patient ratio ensures that patients are able to get the dedicated support that they might need.

Job summary

We are seeking a Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant to join our friendly Pharmacy team at Watford General Hospital.

You will assist, under supervision, with routine duties of a technical nature, including the dispensing and supply of medication to in and outpatients, the receipt, processing, storage and stock control of medicines.

You will respond to enquiries and requests from staff, patients and carers as appropriate.

This post would suit somebody with a hospital pharmacy background, or with community pharmacy experience wishing to make a change into the hospital environment, for which appropriate training will be provided.

You must have either successfully achieved the relevant units of pharmacy services skills NVQ level 2 (QCF) or the relevant units of a GPhC accredited training programme of equivalent level to pharmacy service skills NVQ level 2 (QCF).

Main duties of the job

You should have experience of working as a qualified Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant, good communication and organisational skills and experience of using computer systems for dispensing, stock control and word processing.

Please read the job description and person specification for more details and tell us in your application how you meet the essential criteria for this post, as this will be the basis for shortlisting applicants.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, 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 ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, 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 should you require support or guidance please contact [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

At Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust, we believe in providing exceptional care that goes beyond the ordinary, and we need someone like you to help us achieve that vision.

When you join us, we will work with you to develop your own personal development plan that supports your learning style.

We provide training, clinical supervision and access to a peer support network.

This role is crucial in supporting the Registered Nurses on an evening to enable patients to remain at home and avoid hospital admission.

Main duties of the job

You will support the Registered Nurse, responding to intervention call outs between the hours of 5pm and 10pm.

You may also work alongside a colleague and visit patients to deliver planned care.

You must have excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.

It would be expected that you are available to work on a rota over 7 evenings per week, 365 days per year.

Your hours of work will be 17.00pm - 22.00pm.

The role is based from Hunslet Health Centre, though it is expected that you travel across the city of Leeds during your shift to deliver patient care.

The contract is for a minimum of 10 hours (2 evenings) up to a maximum of 27.5 hours (6 evenings one week and 5 hours the next week each fortnight).

Hours can be discussed prior to application or at interview as required.

We strongly recommend getting in touch to discuss the role further. For questions about the job, please contact Janine Ledger [email protected]

You must have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle suitable for work.

Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for this job role.

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role.

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

About us

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust:

Who are we?

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

Perks of the job:

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

Right to Work:

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

Job summary

Transformation Project Lead - Band 7 - Working within the Transformation and Improvement team

The Transformation Improvement Leads sit within Programme Delivery, delivering project expertise, support, guidance and assurance to the Programme Manager. They provide support across the duration of projects, as required by operational teams, from initial scoping, plan development and engagement through to project completion, documentation and post programme review against Key Performance Indicator improvement and benefits realisation as agreed with the clinical divisions. The post holder will work to develop and embed a culture of continuous improvement within the teams they support, leading through role modelling best practice. Key relationships will need to be developed with clinical divisional operational, management and work stream leads to ensure that programmes are delivered smoothly and to a high standard, with clear objectives and realisable benefits and outcomes.

The successful candidate will demonstrate effective programme and project management skills, with a credible background of successful improvement realisation, ideally in a health care setting. Knowledge of current project management techniques, methodologies, benchmarking and using best practice that can be translated and applied from the NHS and elsewhere is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the Transformation and Improvement Team to ensure that Improvement capability is developed throughout the organisation, through the delivery of a range of education packages.

The post holder will support the Transformation and Improvement Team to ensure that Improvement Huddle methodology is disseminated and successfully implemented across the organisation.

The post holder will support the improvement team to ensure that the NWAFT improvement methodology is an effective platform to share the resulting service improvements across the organisation, working with project leads to ensure that success stories are identified and published.

About us

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.

Job summary

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated optometrist for a principal Optometrist post working within our City Road The post will consist of delivering highly specialist clinical care. Applicants need to have prior experience working in the hospital service and already have the relevant higher qualifications from the College of Optometrists or be working towards them (see Person Specification).

The successful applicants will be joining an enthusiastic and friendly team of consultants, optometrists, orthoptists, ophthalmic nurses and technicians working within the hospital. As well as joining the largest hospital optometry department that delivers sub-speciality care, research and education within the optometry sector. Moorfields provides high quality ophthalmology services across the full range of sub-specialities in hospital and community settings.

There are full and part time vacancies available.

Main duties of the job

To be the lead optometrist in the designated clinic/service for the Optometry Department.

To develop the role of optometrists within the service in conjunction with the Consultant Ophthalmologists within the clinics and the Service Lead and Head of Optometry.

To represent the hospital and the optometric profession in the teaching the management of conditions, by developing UK wide models of eye care.

To have overall responsibility for the clinical care and supervision of patients seen in the clinic.

To undertake highly specialist clinical activity requiring extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in management that includes a high proportion of tertiary referrals.

To have overall responsibility of the clinical supervision of clinical staff; To supervise all patient examinations carried out by the support/resident/placement/new to clinic Optometrist unless/until such time that the support/resident/new to clinic

To provide expert opinion to optometric and non-optometric colleagues on the management of complex cases within the designated Clinics and the Optometry Department.

About us

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation

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

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£66,274 to £73,496 a year per annum incl. HCAS, Will be pro rota'd if part time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

273-DC-8270294

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHSFT

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To deliver highly specialist clinical patient care requiring extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in management that includes a high proportion of tertiary referrals. This activity requires regular use of a wide range of advanced clinical techniques requiring dexterity, precision and intense concentration; and the judgement, analysis and interpretation of the complex clinical findings with a range of management options.

Patient examinations will be comprehensive and commensurate with clinical experience beyond Masters Level (i.e. College of Optometrists Diploma in Glaucoma, College of Optometrists Diploma in Independent Prescribing). Skills and knowledge are commensurate with those of sub-specialty medical ophthalmology staff.

To make independent, patient-centred clinical decisions on management in the presence of uncertainty (for example where patients are unable to cooperate fully in clinical assessments or the evidence for management options is unclear).

To be autonomously responsible for medical treatment (including prescribing) and management of patients. To recognise when patient clinical findings require Consultant Ophthalmic opinions (eg regarding surgery). To refer patients with ocular comorbidity to other ophthalmological services appropriately.

As Clinic Lead in Optometrist-, to supervise all patient examinations carried out by the support/resident/placement/new to clinic Optometrist unless/until such time that the support/resident/new to clinic Optometrist has attained the appropriate College of Optometrists certificate or completed their competency sign off. To review all prescribing decisions unless the prescribing optometrist has the correct qualifications together with The College of Optometrists Diploma in Independent Prescribing and their scope of practice /area of prescribing is in that service.

To organise the session by reviewing all clinical records at the start of an Optometrist-led clinic to determine necessary additional clinical tests (eg: visual fields, imaging, auto-refraction) utilising the different staff groups efficiently (admin, technical, optometric).

To provide expert opinion to optometric and non-optometric colleagues on the management of complex cases within the designated Clinics and the Optometry Department.

To undertake a comprehensive range of complex optometry services at Moorfields and out-reach clinics. These include refraction (complex, diagnostic and paediatric), low vision clinics (paediatric, complex, employment). The post holder maintains a personal clinical workload within these services.

To refer patients for appropriate appliances (contact lenses, spectacles, low vision aids) and provide appropriate advice to patients on needs, treatment and corrective aids.

Job description Job responsibilities To deliver highly specialist clinical patient care requiring extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in management that includes a high proportion of tertiary referrals. This activity requires regular use of a wide range of advanced clinical techniques requiring dexterity, precision and intense concentration; and the judgement, analysis and interpretation of the complex clinical findings with a range of management options. Patient examinations will be comprehensive and commensurate with clinical experience beyond Masters Level (i.e. College of Optometrists Diploma in Glaucoma, College of Optometrists Diploma in Independent Prescribing). Skills and knowledge are commensurate with those of sub-specialty medical ophthalmology staff. To make independent, patient-centred clinical decisions on management in the presence of uncertainty (for example where patients are unable to cooperate fully in clinical assessments or the evidence for management options is unclear). To be autonomously responsible for medical treatment (including prescribing) and management of patients. To recognise when patient clinical findings require Consultant Ophthalmic opinions (eg regarding surgery). To refer patients with ocular comorbidity to other ophthalmological services appropriately. As Clinic Lead in Optometrist-, to supervise all patient examinations carried out by the support/resident/placement/new to clinic Optometrist unless/until such time that the support/resident/new to clinic Optometrist has attained the appropriate College of Optometrists certificate or completed their competency sign off. To review all prescribing decisions unless the prescribing optometrist has the correct qualifications together with The College of Optometrists Diploma in Independent Prescribing and their scope of practice /area of prescribing is in that service. To organise the session by reviewing all clinical records at the start of an Optometrist-led clinic to determine necessary additional clinical tests (eg: visual fields, imaging, auto-refraction) utilising the different staff groups efficiently (admin, technical, optometric). To provide expert opinion to optometric and non-optometric colleagues on the management of complex cases within the designated Clinics and the Optometry Department. To undertake a comprehensive range of complex optometry services at Moorfields and out-reach clinics. These include refraction (complex, diagnostic and paediatric), low vision clinics (paediatric, complex, employment). The post holder maintains a personal clinical workload within these services. To refer patients for appropriate appliances (contact lenses, spectacles, low vision aids) and provide appropriate advice to patients on needs, treatment and corrective aids.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Optometry
• Specialist College of Optometrist Prof Cert Qualifications

Desirable

• Specialist College of Optometrist Prof Cert Qualifications
• Specialist College of Optometrist Higher Qualifications
• Specialist College of Optometrist Diploma in Independent Prescribing
• MSc/PhD in Optometry/Ophthalmology

Professional Registration

Essential

• General Optical Council Registration

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification Hospital experience > 5 years
• Hospital extended role experience >3 years
• Experience of examining vulnerable groups of patients e.g. CYP / additional needs
• Experience with clinical teaching
• Experience with supervision of junior staff
• Experience in audit

Desirable

• Experience with line management and appraisal
• Experience in research
• Experience of dealing with quality and safety issues e.g. complaints, incidents, risk assessment
• Experience of formal undergraduate/postgraduate teaching
• Experience of presenting at national and international meetings and conferences
• Experience of writing protocols, competencies and Standard Operating Procedures

Skills

Essential

• Competent use of a slit-lamp to examine the anterior and posterior eye with specialist lenses
• Competent performance of retinoscopy
• Ability to analyse and interpret ocular imaging e.g. OCT, visual fields, topography to an expert clinical level e.g diagnosis and formulate management plans

Desirable

• Ability to write detailed clinical summaries
• Excellent interpersonal skills highlighting the complexity of multidisciplinary team working, in challenging work environments, and the overall needs of the service. multidisciplinary working
• Advanced planning and organisational skills
• Ability to sensitively manage staff and patients with respect to their emotional well being
• Expertly and effectively communicate sensitive and complex information in a range of situations e.g. clinical information to patients, unwelcome & bad news, or where there may be barriers to understanding e.g. patients with additional needs and other sensory impairments.
• Ability to identify service improvement needs and innovate solutions

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) Optometry Specialist College of Optometrist Prof Cert Qualifications Desirable Specialist College of Optometrist Prof Cert Qualifications Specialist College of Optometrist Higher Qualifications Specialist College of Optometrist Diploma in Independent Prescribing MSc/PhD in Optometry/Ophthalmology Professional Registration Essential General Optical Council Registration Experience Essential Post-qualification Hospital experience > 5 years Hospital extended role experience >3 years Experience of examining vulnerable groups of patients e.g. CYP / additional needs Experience with clinical teaching Experience with supervision of junior staff Experience in audit Desirable Experience with line management and appraisal Experience in research Experience of dealing with quality and safety issues e.g. complaints, incidents, risk assessment Experience of formal undergraduate/postgraduate teaching Experience of presenting at national and international meetings and conferences Experience of writing protocols, competencies and Standard Operating Procedures Skills Essential Competent use of a slit-lamp to examine the anterior and posterior eye with specialist lenses Competent performance of retinoscopy Ability to analyse and interpret ocular imaging e.g. OCT, visual fields, topography to an expert clinical level e.g diagnosis and formulate management plans Desirable Ability to write detailed clinical summaries Excellent interpersonal skills highlighting the complexity of multidisciplinary team working, in challenging work environments, and the overall needs of the service. multidisciplinary working Advanced planning and organisational skills Ability to sensitively manage staff and patients with respect to their emotional well being Expertly and effectively communicate sensitive and complex information in a range of situations e.g. clinical information to patients, unwelcome & bad news, or where there may be barriers to understanding e.g. patients with additional needs and other sensory impairments. Ability to identify service improvement needs and innovate solutions

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHSFT

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHSFT

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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