Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

We welcome and encourage informal discussion prior to application / interview.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current Professional Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council - RMN / RNLD/ RGN (RNSC - CAMHS Only)
• Recognised Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor
• Trained in Clinical Supervision and providing Clinical Supervision
• AND have Professional clinical knowledge and experience acquired through degree (or equivalent post registration study), supplemented by specialist training, experience, short courses, Module (20 credit) at level 7 see below For example Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma/Masters Degree, Intermediate Systemic Family Therapy/Postgraduate diploma in CBT/British Isles Dialectical Behaviour Therapy /NMP (Independent Prescriber), Psychosocial Interventions,
• And Equivalent significant clinical experience such as working (minimum of 2 years) as a band 6 (or above) in relevant clinical area, together with evidence of relevant CPD to Level 7 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice, regionally and nationally
• Understanding and working knowledge of the legal framework and statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
• Clinical Governance and its application in practice.
• Working knowledge of clinical medicines management
• Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment (depending on specialist area)

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working with patients with complex needs in the specialist field
• Significant experience working with patients who display risk behaviours
• Significant experience working with patients who display risk behaviours
• Clinical risk assessment and management and its application in practice
• Working collaboratively with service users their families and carers
• Working in a multi disciplinary team
• Quality improvement activities

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Orchards Community Unit

Princess Close

Ripon

HG4 1HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties of the Role:

Provide strategic leadership for a diverse portfolio of Soft Facilities Management services supporting the safe, effective and efficient operation of the Trusts hospitals.

Lead services including car parking, decontamination, portering, telecommunications, transport, security and waste management, ensuring high standards of quality, performance, compliance and patient experience.

Provide leadership and direction to approximately 300 Facilities staff across four hospital sites, promoting a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.

Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, retention, performance management, employee relations, training and staff development.

Hold delegated responsibility for Facilities Services financial resources, ensuring effective budget management, efficiency, productivity and value for money.

Provide strategic oversight of service performance, risk, governance, health and safety, business continuity and regulatory compliance.

Lead key Facilities assurance and information requirements, including ERIC, PAM, PLACE and the Data Security and Protection Toolkit.

Provide specialist Facilities advice and assurance across complex PFI, OHF, Non-OHF, NHS Property Services and Community Health Partnerships arrangements.

Develop effective relationships with senior Trust colleagues, clinical teams, corporate functions, contractors, PFI partners, suppliers and external stakeholders.

Provide authoritative advice on complex Facilities matters and contribute to senior corporate and Board-level decision-making.

Lead and influence service improvement, transformation and modernisation programmes, identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, sustainability and value for money.

Contribute to delivery of the Trust Green Plan, including Travel and Transport objectives, and support wider sustainability and resilience priorities.

Ensure Facilities services are prepared to respond effectively to operational disruption, major incidents and changing healthcare requirements.

Deputise for the Managing Director when required, representing SCL at senior Trust, corporate and external forums.

Operate with a high degree of autonomy, professional judgement and accountability, balancing competing operational, clinical, financial, contractual and organisational priorities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Degree-level qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience gained through significant senior management experience.
• - Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role.

Desirable

• - Relevant postgraduate management or Facilities Management qualification.
• - Relevant professional qualification or membership of a recognised Facilities Management/professional body

Experience

Essential

• - Significant senior management experience within a large, complex organisation.
• - Proven track record of strategic and operational leadership of complex services.
• - Significant experience of managing large and diverse workforces, including complex employee relations and working with recognised trade unions.
• - Experience of managing budgets and delivering financial control, efficiency and value for money.
• - Experience of working collaboratively across organisational, professional and contractual boundaries.
• - Experience of leading service improvement, organisational change and performance management.
• - Experience of providing specialist advice and assurance to senior management and/or Board-level forums.
• - Experience within an NHS Trust, NHS-owned subsidiary or wider healthcare environment.

Desirable

• - Experience of PFI, OHF/Non-OHF or similar contractual environments.
• - Experience of leading Facilities transformation or service redesign programmes.
• - Experience of managing decontamination, portering, waste, transport, security or other Soft FM services.
• - Experience of ERIC, PLACE and PAM processes.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• - Extensive knowledge of strategic, operational and financial management within a complex organisation.
• -Knowledge of NHS/PFI contractual arrangements and healthcare Facilities Management.
• - Advanced leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to influence senior colleagues and stakeholders across organisational and professional boundaries.
• - Highly developed analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret complex information and evaluate options.
• -Excellent communication, report writing, presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• - High level of political and organisational awareness, with the ability to operate effectively within a complex and changing environment.
• - Ability to work autonomously, prioritise competing demands and make sound decisions under pressure.
• - Ability to lead, motivate, develop and manage a large and diverse workforce.
• - Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulation, information governance, Health & Safety and NHS requirements applicable to Facilities Services.
• - Knowledge of Data Protection, confidentiality and Caldicott principles.
• - Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence of maintaining professional knowledge.

Desirable

• - Knowledge of national Facilities Management standards and benchmarking

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

CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead the implementation of strategic objectives within the medical education strategy along with the clinical tutor team.

Working with Tutors across care groups, support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.

Support nursing and allied health professional teams in completing the multi professional self-assessment report (SAR) and quality improvement plan (QIP)

In collaboration with the Director of Medical Education and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education, facilitate the business planning process for the Medical Education Department and the SIM Centre within the Trust, ensuring that priorities for the forthcoming year are identified and that formal discussions with tutors and directors are linked to Education and Training Contracts in association with the needs of service delivery within the Trust.

Work directly with the Clinical Tutor Team, as part of the Medical Education Strategy, leading on educational appraisal of consultant trainers, working with Tutors across Care Groups, to support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.Supporting the job planning process to ensure that training is recognised in job plans and delivered across the Trust.

Represent the DME and DUME as appropriate, both internally and externally across the Trust, on all matters linked to medical education

Lead on safeguarding issues with junior medical staff, linked to patient safety, trainee revalidation, teaching and training, analysing data as appropriate and instigating training as appropriate to support clinical practice and safe patient care.

Contribute to the Trust Workforce & OD Plan on behalf of medical education ensuring that the needs of all medical students, trainee doctors and their trainers are included with particular reference to essential training for Foundation Doctors and specialty trainees.

To give advice and assistance to resident doctors, consultants, NHS England and other Trusts with regard to queries and questions about training posts, career advice, mandatory training courses, education issues, local induction, study leave, financial support for teaching and educational supervision and supporting clinical areas.

Manage the budgets for Medical Education and the Sim Centre.

Responsible for line management of staff within Medical Education and SIM Centre including:

o Appraisal, training and professional development

o One to one support and performance management issues

o Absence management in accordance with Trust policy

o Recruitment and selection of staff

o Disciplinary and Resolution issues

o Performance management issues

o Allocation of work

o Authorisation of expenses

o Manage additional staff resources as required as part of cross team projects

Design, deliver and lead/present specific training events for own staff and staff within other departments. Escalate such issues due to complexity, lack of progress or where support is required.

To manage the QA systems related to medical education across the Trust with particular reference to Specialty Schools, NHS England and University visits and annual reports to stakeholders ensuring that a Trust-wide response and action plan is delivered and that all training in all specialties is quality assured.

In collaboration with the DME, DUME, Medical Director and Finance, manage expenditure and resources with the Medical Education budget, ensuring that bids for expenditure are approved within Policy and that regular reviews of budget expenditure are undertaken.

To work with Finance colleagues on all aspects of undergraduate and postgraduate budgets in order to clarify new income, new funding for posts and any cost savings to be made with the allocation of annual budgets based on the number of doctors and students allocated to annual contracts.

To lead on the project management of new initiatives within medical education, formulating project plans, setting deadlines and delivering on key targets, making adjustments to plans as appropriate and facilitating collaborative working across the Trust through meetings with College Tutors and setting up groups as necessary.

To manage the operation of TIS/Healthroster for doctors working within the Trust ensuring that new posts are identified and approved and that all resident doctor data is updated and exchanged with NHS England allowing the Trust to identify and claim salaries for doctors in training and the approval of study leave for those doctors.

To Contribute, participate and demonstrate national initiatives appropriate to medical education that complement or demonstrate the Trusts commitment to provide a safe and skilled workforce.

To ensure that the Trust is achieving the required standards with regard to an efficient, effective and quality Medical Education service.

To ensure the Trust is legally compliant with current legislation related to Equality & Diversity and promote best practice.

Responsible for the purchase of assets and supplies for Medical Education

Responsible for ensuring sufficient staffing levels to enable service provision.

Ensure all office equipment and furniture within Medical Education is satisfactory and meets required standards in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.

Participate in the development implement, review and maintenance of policies and procedures within Medical Education.

Keep up to date with changes in Employment Legislation and consider the impact on Medical Education.

Using computer software and associated formulae, develop, implement and produce regular statistical reports for DME and DUME on all aspects of Medical Education delivery in Care Groups, linked to GMC training standards and the impact of improvement interventions

Monitoring of data from Care Groups on Educational/Clinical Supervision and allocation of F1/F2 etc and contribution to education in line with MPET funding

In conjunction with the DME, monitor the effectiveness of processes to deal with Doctors with Differing Needs and ensuring remedial action is taken where necessary

Ensuring E-Portfolio system is managed effectively both within the Medical Education department and within the Care Groups, ensuring Educational and Clinical Supervisor capability and training if necessary.

Acting as key link for NHS England and the lead employer trust (LET) regarding resident doctor contracts and all employment issues relating to training doctors in the Trust.

Maximising external funding opportunities (multi-professional education and training levy (MPET), continuing professional development (CPD) NHS England Contract.

Develop and maintain internal and external relationships, Medical Director, care group clinical directors, Associate Directors of Nursing and Associate Directors of Operations.

Raise the profile of medical education across the Trust, to ensure a continuous improvement in the quality of medical education across the Trust.

Lead by action and inspire others acting as role model, demonstrating the leadership behaviours and values identified by the Trust.

Actively give and receive feedback in a constructive manner.

Any other duties commensurate with band

Person Specification

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate colleagues and staff
• Excellent organisational skills
• Analytical and strategic skills
• Able to take the lead and facilitate new initiatives/change
• Able to deal with conflict proactively
• Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information.
• Confident/assertive in own abilities
• Able to adapt to rapid change
• Able to work well under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Able to demonstrate resilience and tenacity when working under pressure
• Ability to relate to a wide spectrum of NHS professionals with competing agendas and achieve organisation focused solutions to problems
• Ability to analyse, interpret and manage financial, service and workforce data and respond accordingly
• Adaptable and flexible and able to deal with unpredictable situations and work patterns
• Good report writing and presentation skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft packages, especially Word, Powerpoint and Excel

Desirable

• Highly specialised knowledge of medical education

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience working at middle/senior management level
• Experience of performance management
• Experience of budgetary management

Desirable

• Experience working in the NHS
• Experienced in learning and development, with specialist knowledge in area of medical education and training

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent operational experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Evidence of management and leadership development

Desirable

• Teaching certificate or Certificate in Education or equivalent
• Educated to Masters degree level or equivalent operational experience in Medical Education or HR.

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Senior Procurement Officer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic procurement solutions that support the Trust's commitment to outstanding patient care. Leading and managing end-to-end procurement activities, you will oversee tendering exercises and contract negotiations across a diverse portfolio of goods and services, working in partnership with both clinical and non-clinical teams.

You will ensure full compliance with public sector procurement legislation and Trust governance requirements while driving value for money, innovation, sustainability, and service excellence. Through effective strategic sourcing and commercial expertise, your work will directly contribute to enhancing patient outcomes and organisational performance.

Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you will develop and deliver robust procurement strategies and forward plans that align with service requirements and Trust priorities.

Your ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and external partners will be key to identifying opportunities for improvement, driving efficiencies, and delivering lasting value.

A key focus of the role will be identifying opportunities to maximise value for money and deliver sustainable efficiencies across the organisation. Through robust market analysis, effective supplier engagement, and strong commercial negotiation, you will help ensure that procurement decisions deliver the optimum balance of cost, quality, and service. By challenging existing practices, driving continuous improvement, and supporting innovative procurement approaches, you will contribute to achieving financial savings, operational efficiencies, and long-term value that supports the Trust's strategic objectives and the delivery of high-quality patient care.

You will mentor and support colleagues within the procurement team, sharing knowledge, building capability, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance. Through your guidance and coaching, you will play an important role in developing future procurement talent and strengthening the overall effectiveness of the team.

Benefits working for SCL on behalf of CDDFT

* Hybrid and flexible working

* 6 monthly bonus scheme

* Free parking

* Up to 30 days holidays plus statutory days (based on full time)

* Training and development opportunities

* Health and Wellbeing support

* Salary sacrifice scheme

* Discounts at high street shops, restaurants and on line retailers

* Access to an on site gym.

Please note the in person interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 20th July 2026.

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

• A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player
• The ability to work from and travel between any SCL and Trust Sites across County Durham and Darlington locations on demand.
• The role is office based at Peterlee, operating against a hybrid working policy.

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience working within a large, complex UK procurement environment, with a proven ability to deliver successful procurement outcomes across diverse categories of spend.
• Comprehensive knowledge of public sector procurement legislation, regulations, and best practice, with the ability to apply these effectively to ensure compliance, transparency, and value for money.
• Demonstrable experience leading and managing complex procurement programmes and projects involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and significant organisational impact.
• Proven ability to drive and support organisational change, influencing stakeholders at all levels to achieve successful outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to build credibility, foster collaboration, and develop productive partnerships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external organisations.
• Excellent project management capabilities, including planning, prioritisation, risk management, and the delivery of projects to agreed timescales and objectives.
• Highly developed analytical skills, with experience interpreting complex data and market intelligence to inform decision-making, identify opportunities, and deliver measurable benefits.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the confidence and ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences.
• Experience of coaching, mentoring, and developing staff, supporting individuals and teams to enhance performance, build capability, and achieve their full potential.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering strategic objectives, efficiency savings, and performance targets within a challenging and evolving environment.
• Experience of line managing staff, including performance management, workforce planning, employee development, and fostering a positive, high-performing team culture.

Qualifications

Essential

• MCIPS Qualified (or close to completion) (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or significant equivalent experience.
• GCSE Maths and English Grade A-C (or equivalent)
• Evidence of continued professional development including in the areas of procurement and contract management.

Desirable

• Management / Leadership Qualification (CMI Level 5 Foundation Degree) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the post demands of the post.
• Project Management Qualification (such as, PRINCE2 practitioner) or equivalent experience

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023, Provider Selection Regime 2024 and their application within the public sector. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and experience.
• Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans.
• Experience in the development of strong stakeholder relationships, with the skills to on-board and motive stakeholders throughout programme of work.
• Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
• Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and resolving complex issues.
• IT skills literate in Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word,, Excel and Power point.
• Must be pragmatic, structured & adaptable.

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

CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)

Address

The Centre For Health

Traynor Way

Whitehouse Business Park

PETERLEE

County Durham

SR8 2RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support and assist the Retail supervisor and Retail Catering Manager in the provision of a highly professional catering service at Durham Hospital and to ensure that high quality standards are met at all times

To follow the policies and procedures laid down by the catering services in the day to day operational management of food service and to ensure a high quality and cost effective service

To ensure that food safety and allergen regulations are adhered to at all times.

Provide and maintain a highly customer focused service to all usersAmand

Work in a safe manner so that no other persons are put at risk whilst completing the required duties.

Initially deal with any complaints / comments regarding the service in a courteous manner from Trust staff or public.

Developing staff preferences, promoting flexible working arrangements, and encourage change of working practice following major life changing events.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Effective interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Industry experience within catering servicesIndustry experience within catering services

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Able to work with minimal supervision following set procedures.

Desirable

• Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene or working towards it

Desirable

• A good standard of literacy and numeracy

Special Requirements

Essential

• Natural & enthusiastic staff member

Desirable

• Knowledge of catering sector

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)

Address

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

DURHAM

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Visits to the team are welcome and encouraged.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge to post-graduate level of evidence-based practice in caring for patients in the designated field.
• Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act).
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice.
• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
• Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment.

Desirable

• The Trust's Quality Improvement System (QIS
• Research and development methodology.
• Clinical Governance and its application in practice.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working with people with mental ill health in a care environment.
• Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers.
• Mentoring or facilitating students on practice placement.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team.

Desirable

• Leadership or management experience
• Significant experience working with people with mental ill health in a community environment.
• Quality improvement activities
• Providing clinical supervision to individuals or groups as professionally appropriate.

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration with an approved professional body.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework.
• Recognised sign-off mentor, clinical educator or equivalent. Must be achieved within agreed timescale.
• Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
• For registered nurses: MIP, FLIP, ENB 998 Teaching & Assessing in Clinical Practice or City & Guilds 730 Teaching in Adult Education. Must be achieved within agreed timescale.

Desirable

• Leadership or management qualification
• Post-graduate qualification in a relevant 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Community HUB

West Park Hospital

Darlington

DL2 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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