Job summary

Specialist Children's Occupational Therapist - Early Years Lead

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our team for an Occupational Therapist (OT) with children's OT experience. We are looking for a children's OT to lead on the development of a high quality OT service for Early years.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced OT to join our innovative Children's OT service We are based in a modern Children's Development Centre promoting multi-disciplinary team (MDT) working.Along with clinical work the post holder will also supervise junior members of the team and OT students also assisting with and lead on service developments. The post holder will also receive supervision and support by senior members of the team.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:- A Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy- State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)- Experience working with early years children with disabilities in a community OT setting

Main duties of the job

The post holder will act as a source of clinical expertise and advice on Occupational Therapy input for Early years children within the Children's Occupational Therapy team and for other health professionals and colleagues working within external agencies.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust wasformed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide servicesfora population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone isworkinghard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challengeyourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're lookingfor.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year p.a incl of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-8257148-NA-A

Job locations

Crystal Children's Development Centre

malling close

London

CR0 7YD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

Job description Job responsibilities ***Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• OT Degree/Diploma
• HCPC registration
• Post-qualification paediatric training
• Evidence of self-directed learning and CPD

Desirable

• Bobath/Neurodevelopmental training
• Postural management training
• Equipment and adaptations training
• Sensory training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and staff, incl. children with significant communication difficulties
• Excellent report writing skills, including record keeping
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to facilitate others to deliver OT treatment programmes

Desirable

• Experience of delivery coaching and co-op approaches to interventions.
• Experience of delivery parent groups in relation to sensory and functional needs.
• Experience participating in or leading on audits.

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of OT skills in relation to children with disabilities
• Excellent clinical knowledge and well established OT assessment and treatment skills
• Commitment to service development

Desirable

• Knowledge of children's normal developmental milestones and experience of working with developmental checklists
• Knowledge of specialist equipment and adaptations
• Knowledge of Sensory strategies and interventions
• Knowledge of Neurodevelopment input

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and their families/carers in a family and child centred approach
• Experience of having taught peers / assistants / students
• Experience working in community settings, including a local authority in the UK
• Extensive experience of working with Early Years
• Has supervised junior staff / assistances / students

Desirable

• Postural management and equipment skills and experience
• Experience of working with children with Autism and ADHD

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential OT Degree/Diploma HCPC registration Post-qualification paediatric training Evidence of self-directed learning and CPD Desirable Bobath/Neurodevelopmental training Postural management training Equipment and adaptations training Sensory training Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and staff, incl. children with significant communication difficulties Excellent report writing skills, including record keeping Good organisational and time management skills Ability to facilitate others to deliver OT treatment programmes Desirable Experience of delivery coaching and co-op approaches to interventions. Experience of delivery parent groups in relation to sensory and functional needs. Experience participating in or leading on audits. Knowledge and Understanding Essential Demonstrate a clear understanding of OT skills in relation to children with disabilities Excellent clinical knowledge and well established OT assessment and treatment skills Commitment to service development Desirable Knowledge of children's normal developmental milestones and experience of working with developmental checklists Knowledge of specialist equipment and adaptations Knowledge of Sensory strategies and interventions Knowledge of Neurodevelopment input Experience Essential Experience of working with children and their families/carers in a family and child centred approach Experience of having taught peers / assistants / students Experience working in community settings, including a local authority in the UK Extensive experience of working with Early Years Has supervised junior staff / assistances / students Desirable Postural management and equipment skills and experience Experience of working with children with Autism and ADHD

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Crystal Children's Development Centre

malling close

London

CR0 7YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Crystal Children's Development Centre

malling close

London

CR0 7YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Children's Occupational Therapist - Band 6

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated OT to join our well established and innovative Children's OT service that combines the traditional roles of both health and social services OTs. We are a dynamic, friendly and supportive team of OTs and OT Technical Instructors who have a wide range of skills and expertise.

The service has a good reputation and we work closely with colleagues across Children's Services in Health, CAMHS, Education and Social Services.

Main duties of the job

You will be providing OT input to children with a wide range of disabilities working across a range of settings including; in their homes, nurseries, and respite placements within Croydon.

You will be delivering therapy at universal, targeted and specialists levels. Intervention will be a range of parent groups, coaching, monitoring and MDT working.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

Children Occupational Therapist - Band 5

Childrens Therapy Services are based in the Crystal Children's Development Centre and the band 5 role will involve working from this clinic area with a variety of professionals including other AHPs and medical teams.

To work across health and social services settings combining the traditional roles of both health and social services occupational therapists as part of an integrated occupational therapy service for children, young people and their families.

To provide assessment and interventions for children and families in Croydon, this will be delivered across a specialist, targeted and universal level. The Occupational Therapist would be working with other health professionals and colleagues working with external agencies, within the scope of their own skills and knowledge.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high quality standard of occupational therapy assessment, management, treatment and advice for a caseload of children with a wide range of developmental difficulties and/or disabilities, some of whom may have complex or multiple pathologies.

To work as an autonomous practitioner complying with the standards set by the Health & Care Professions Council, Royal College of Occupational Therapy, Croydon Health Services and the department, thereby being professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.

Job summary

Fixed Term 12 Months - Maternity Leave Cover

Clinical Psychologists and other accredited psychological professionals, with specialist expertise in neonatology, are key providers of evidence-based psychological assessment and interventions for parents, infants and staff on neonatal units. They work as part of an MDT, provide consultation to medical teams on complex cases and supervise other professionals delivering psychological interventions for parents and providing staff support. They can provide assessment and intervention in four important areas within neonatal units:

1. Parental and family mental health
2. Infant Mental Health
3. Staff Support and Training

Main duties of the job

Neonatal Clinical Psychologist

• To provide highly specialist psychological support to babies, their families and staff on the Neonatal Care Unit at CUH.
• To liaise closely with the multi-disciplinary team to provide specialised advice and consultation on babies and families psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues.
• To work systemically, supporting the neonatal MDT to deliver psychologically informed care to babies and their families.
• To contribute to the delivery of teaching, training and supervision for both psychology and non-psychologist colleagues in order to enable them to identify early families who will benefit from specialist input. For example, developing and promoting screening tools for bedside staff to use.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

Fixed Term 12 Months - Maternity Leave Cover

Clinical Psychologists and other accredited psychological professionals, with specialist expertise in neonatology, are key providers of evidence-based psychological assessment and interventions for parents, infants and staff on neonatal units. They work as part of an MDT, provide consultation to medical teams on complex cases and supervise other professionals delivering psychological interventions for parents and providing staff support. They can provide assessment and intervention in four important areas within neonatal units:

1. Parental and family mental health
2. Infant Mental Health
3. Staff Support and Training

Main duties of the job

Neonatal Clinical Psychologist

• To provide highly specialist psychological support to babies, their families and staff on the Neonatal Care Unit at CUH.
• To liaise closely with the multi-disciplinary team to provide specialised advice and consultation on babies and families psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues.
• To work systemically, supporting the neonatal MDT to deliver psychologically informed care to babies and their families.
• To contribute to the delivery of teaching, training and supervision for both psychology and non-psychologist colleagues in order to enable them to identify early families who will benefit from specialist input. For example, developing and promoting screening tools for bedside staff to use.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

To be responsible for the day to day running of the Social Service Children's Occupational Therapy service within the integrated Occupational Therapy service.

To provide a highly specialised and advanced standard of Occupational Therapy assessment, management, treatment and advice for a caseload of children with a wide range of developmental difficulties and/or disabilities, a high proportion of whom may have complex and/or multiple pathologies.

• Responsible for the operational management and professional leadership of the Children's Occupational Therapy Service and its therapy staff, with delegated responsibility to ensure that performance and budgetary objectives are met.
• To be a highly visible and proactive leader acting as a clinical resource and ensuring the sustained delivery of high standards of therapy care and service delivery.
• To be responsible for exploring current practice, identifying areas for development, and planning the appropriate change using current evidence to evaluate outcomes.
• To be responsible for the quality of the environment in which therapeutic interventions are delivered and lead on facilitating changes which improve the service users' experience.

To play a key operational role and maintain a proactive approach to the management of demand, capacity and activity in order to meet organisational, contractual and service users' objectives.

• To ensure that services comply with national and local policy and legislation.

Main duties of the job

• To maintain a 40% clinical caseload and 60% managerial duties
• Managing Social Care waiting lists
• Managing equipment budget and send monthly reports to Croydon Council budget holder and Croydon council finance team.
• Screen adaptation request and be part of equipment and adaptation panels.
• Supporting with upcoming SEND inspection
• Manage complaints
• Complete line management and clinical supervision
• Managing staff sickness & appraisal
• KPI monitoring and attendance of commissioning meetings
• Attendance and participation in development of Babies, Children and Young People's strategic board.
• Attendance of AHP Council meetings

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Temporary Staffing Operational Lead to support the delivery of a safe, effective and compliant temporary staffing service across the Trust. This is a pivotal leadership role within our evolving Temporary Staffing service, focused on operational excellence, workforce sustainability and value for money.

Main duties of the job

As the Temporary Staffing Operational Lead, you will:

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for the Trust's Temporary Staffing team across Bank and Agency staffing services.
• Support the delivery of a safe, compliant and efficient workforce supply model, helping services maintain safe staffing levels and continuity of care.
• Lead initiatives to increase bank utilisation, reduce agency reliance and improve performance against key staffing KPIs.
• Provide expert advice and support to managers on temporary staffing, workforce planning, agency controls and compliance requirements.
• Oversee workforce systems, operational reporting, governance processes and supplier relationships to ensure high standards of service delivery.
• Support the Temporary Staffing Manager in delivering service improvement, transformation and strategic workforce initiatives.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,600 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

The Specialist Clinical Psychologist will provide expert psychological assessment, formulation, consultation and trauma-informed clinical leadership within the Children Looked After (CLA) Health Service. The post holder will lead on supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health needs of Children Looked After who have experienced developmental trauma, attachment disruption, abuse, neglect, loss and adversity.

Working within a trauma-informed and psychologically informed model of care, the post holder will undertake highly specialist assessment, formulation and intervention for children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs.

The post holder will work closely with health, social care, education and CAMHS colleagues to inform care planning, placement stability, risk management and multi-agency decision making. In addition, they will provide consultation, supervision, training and psychological leadership.

The post holder will benefit from specialist CAMHS clinical supervision, strong multi-agency collaboration, and access to ongoing CPD and specialist training in developmental trauma, attachment, safeguarding, risk management and neurodevelopmental assessment. The Trust is committed to supporting the post holder to develop and maintain expertise in autism and ADHD assessment pathways, alongside opportunities for service development, research, teaching, supervision and leadership across children's services.

Interview TBC

Main duties of the job

• Provide highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for Children Looked After (CLA) with complex emotional, behavioural, attachment and mental health needs.
• Act as the clinical lead for trauma-informed practice within the CLA Health Service.
• Maintain a small specialist clinical caseload through the CLA Waiting Well pathway, offering psychological assessment, formulation, consultation and brief evidence-based interventions to support children awaiting CAMHS assessment or treatment.
• Work collaboratively with CAMHS, Social Care, Community Paediatrics, SEND and other partner agencies to support integrated care pathway.
• Provide specialist consultation and psychological advice to CLA Nurses, Social Workers, Foster Carers, Residential Providers, Education Professionals and other members of the professional network.
• Contribute to safeguarding processes, risk assessment and management.
• Provide specialist expertise in understanding the interface between developmental trauma, attachment difficulties and neurodevelopmental presentations.

This is a unique opportunity to work within an innovative integrated model across CLA Health, CAMHS and Social Care. The post offers excellent access to specialist CAMHS supervision, ongoing CPD, training in developmental trauma, attachment and neurodevelopmental assessment, and opportunities to contribute to service development, teaching, leadership and system-wide improvements for Children Looked After

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£63,665 to £70,887 a year p.a incl of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-8171961-NA

Job locations

Bernard Weatherill House

8 Mint Walk

Croydon

CR0 1EA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• oDoctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych) or equivalent qualification recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS). o HCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist. o Eligibility for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society. o Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to children, young people and trauma-informed practice.
• oRegistered with the HCPC

Desirable

• Post-doctoral training in one or more other additional specialised areas of psychological practice relevant to the role, such as Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, DDP-informed approaches, Mentalisation-Based Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy or Systemic Practice.
• Training in neurodevelopmental assessment pathways including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Essential

• oDoctoral level knowledge of clinical psychology, psychological assessment, formulation, psychometrics, psychological therapies and developmental psychology.
• oHighly developed knowledge of developmental trauma, attachment theory and the impact of adverse childhood experiences on emotional wellbeing, mental health and development.
• oAdvanced knowledge of evidence-based psychological interventions for children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs.
• oKnowledge of the interface between trauma, attachment difficulties, neurodevelopmental presentations and mental health.
• Knowledge of NHS, Social Care and Education systems relevant to vulnerable children and young people.

Desirable

• Knowledge of specialist interventions for looked after children and care experienced young people

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• oExperience of trauma-informed psychological assessment, formulation and intervention.
• Experience of risk assessment and management, including self-harm, emotional dysregulation and safeguarding concerns.
• oExperience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and interventions both professionally and within the context of multidisciplinary care planning.
• oExperience of providing teaching, training and professional /clinical supervision.
• oExperience of undertaking research, service evaluation and audit and dissemination of findings.

Desirable

• Experience contributing to neurodevelopmental assessments for Autism and/or ADHD.
• Experience of service development and pathway redesign initiatives.

skills and abilities

Essential

• o Well-developed communication skills to share highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, and their support networks.
• o Skills in delivering training, reflective practice and psychologically informed workforce development.
• o Advanced skills in psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for children and young people with complex needs.
• o Ability to integrate trauma, attachment, developmental, systemic and neurodevelopmental perspectives into formulation and care planning.
• o Ability to manage competing clinical demands and complex caseloads.

Desirable

• o Skills in delivering trauma-informed training programmes across organisations.
• o Skills in neurodevelopmental assessment and formulation.

Person Specification EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential oDoctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych) or equivalent qualification recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS). o HCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist. o Eligibility for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society. o Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to children, young people and trauma-informed practice. oRegistered with the HCPC Desirable Post-doctoral training in one or more other additional specialised areas of psychological practice relevant to the role, such as Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, DDP-informed approaches, Mentalisation-Based Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy or Systemic Practice. Training in neurodevelopmental assessment pathways including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Essential oDoctoral level knowledge of clinical psychology, psychological assessment, formulation, psychometrics, psychological therapies and developmental psychology. oHighly developed knowledge of developmental trauma, attachment theory and the impact of adverse childhood experiences on emotional wellbeing, mental health and development. oAdvanced knowledge of evidence-based psychological interventions for children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. oKnowledge of the interface between trauma, attachment difficulties, neurodevelopmental presentations and mental health. Knowledge of NHS, Social Care and Education systems relevant to vulnerable children and young people. Desirable Knowledge of specialist interventions for looked after children and care experienced young people EXPERIENCE Essential oExperience of trauma-informed psychological assessment, formulation and intervention. Experience of risk assessment and management, including self-harm, emotional dysregulation and safeguarding concerns. oExperience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and interventions both professionally and within the context of multidisciplinary care planning. oExperience of providing teaching, training and professional /clinical supervision. oExperience of undertaking research, service evaluation and audit and dissemination of findings. Desirable Experience contributing to neurodevelopmental assessments for Autism and/or ADHD. Experience of service development and pathway redesign initiatives. skills and abilities Essential o Well-developed communication skills to share highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, and their support networks. o Skills in delivering training, reflective practice and psychologically informed workforce development. o Advanced skills in psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for children and young people with complex needs. o Ability to integrate trauma, attachment, developmental, systemic and neurodevelopmental perspectives into formulation and care planning. o Ability to manage competing clinical demands and complex caseloads. Desirable o Skills in delivering trauma-informed training programmes across organisations. o Skills in neurodevelopmental assessment and formulation.

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Bernard Weatherill House

8 Mint Walk

Croydon

CR0 1EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Bernard Weatherill House

8 Mint Walk

Croydon

CR0 1EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting service set up to provide psychological input to patients presenting with Stroke and non stroke presentations both in acute and community services.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated psychologist with experience of working in mental / physical health and an interest and experience in neuro services.The clinical psychologist is an important part of the MDT and will be expected to meet with patients and families and carers to assess, formulate and provide the delivery of care. Additionally, the role requires consultation and liaison with the MDT, statutory, voluntary and private sectors. The psychology service offers a range of therapeutic interventions for patients including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Narrative therapy and family work. This is a comprehensive post and mental health, physical health and family work is covered within the role.

Main duties of the job

This post would be suitable for a fully qualified and experienced Clinical Psychologistwho has the ability to work autonomously within the context of a multi-disciplinary team approach and undertake specific clinical work with patients and their families/carers in response to clinical needs.

Provide a specialist Clinical Psychology service for Acute Neuro Services and Community Stroke Service.

Professional supervision is provided and the successful candidate will have access to a psychology team based both in the CUH and also at the Broad Green Community Neuro Service. There is the opportunity for providing supervision as our service provides placements for clinical trainees, assistant psychologists and psychology students on a local Masters degree course. We also support CPD.

Applications are invited from HCPC registered and BPS chartered clinical psychologists.

About us

Croydon Health Services provides integrated NHS services to care for people at home, in schools, and health clinics across the borough as well as at Croydon University Hospital and Purley War Memorial Hospital. CUH provides more than 100 specialist services and is home to the borough's only Emergency Department and 24/7 maternity services, including a labour ward, midwifery-led birth centre and the Crocus home birthing team.Purley War Memorial Hospital (PWMH) in the south of the borough offers outpatient care, including diagnostic services, physiotherapy and ophthalmology services run by Moorfields Eye Hospital, alongside an onsite GP surgery.Our experienced staff take care of people of all ages across the borough of Croydon.We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset.

Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£63,665 to £70,887 a year pro rata, per annum, incl HCAS (Outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

199-8137663-NP-A

Job locations

Broad Green Centre, and Working from Home

1-13 Lodge Road,

Croydon

CR0 2PD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Education

Essential

• DClinPsych/PsyD in Clinical Psychology
• HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist

Desirable

• Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with diabetes
• Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with diabetes

Experience

Essential

• Years experience of working with Neuro patients

Desirable

• Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with FND

Person Specification Education Essential DClinPsych/PsyD in Clinical Psychology HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist Desirable Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with diabetes Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with diabetes Experience Essential Years experience of working with Neuro patients Desirable Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with FND

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Broad Green Centre, and Working from Home

1-13 Lodge Road,

Croydon

CR0 2PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Broad Green Centre, and Working from Home

1-13 Lodge Road,

Croydon

CR0 2PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Assistant Costing and Income Accountant

The primary responsibility for the Assistant Costing and Income Accountant is to support the development of Service-line Reporting (SLR) and Patient-level Information and Costing System (PLICS). Support the completion of the annual National Costs Collection submission for the Trust. Provide support to Head of Income on income analysis, invoicing and queries including journal input and period end queries.

Main duties of the job

Costing

Support on the development of the Patient-level Information and Costing System (PLICS) with the following aims:

1. An understanding of patient-level costs at all levels of the organisation in order to drive improvements in efficiency and quality in service delivery, and

2. The development of prices for NHS work not covered by the National Tariff Payment System (NTPS) and for non-NHS work.

Support on the improvement of the PLICS and SLR dashboards, through discussion with clinical, nursing and operational leads.

Support in producing SLR/PLICS for Community Services and model impact upon profitability of community tariffs and associated income tariffs where applicable.

About us

Croydon Health Services provides integrated NHS services to care for people at home, in schools, and health clinics across the borough as well as at Croydon University Hospital and Purley War Memorial Hospital.

CUH provides more than 100 specialist services and is home to the borough's only Emergency Department and 24/7 maternity services, including a labour ward, midwifery-led birth centre and the Crocus home birthing team.

Purley War Memorial Hospital (PWMH) in the south of the borough offers outpatient care, including diagnostic services, physiotherapy and ophthalmology services run by Moorfields Eye Hospital, alongside an onsite GP surgery.

Our experienced staff take care of people of all ages across the borough of Croydon.

We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset.

Job summary

Biomedical Support Worker Band 2 An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated, Biomedical Support Worker, Band 2 to join the Cellular Pathology Team at St George's Hospital, Tooting.

Candidates will have good verbal and written communication skills and be able to work alongside other Biomedical Support Workers and Biomedical Scientists as part of a team.

This post will offer successful applicants the opportunity to support the Trusts cancer & diagnostics testing, coupled with other duties including preparing samples for analysis, inputting patient data, maintaining lab equipment and dealing with enquiries.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo training. Candidates will be required to work on a roster once fully trained and competent. Interview date: TBC

Main duties of the job

Duties will include maintaining laboratory equipment, aiding laboratory staff in some aspects of technical work, entry of patient data onto the pathology computer system and assisting medical staff with diagnostic tissue handling of operative specimens. Good literacy, biological science, numeracy and communication skills are required; keyboard skills would be an advantage.

You should have the ability to work as part of a team and to manage your own workload. Previous experience of medical terminology anddata entry.

Candidates who have applied in the past 3 months need not apply.

Find out more about South West London Pathology on our website

About us

'South West London Pathology (SWLP) is an NHS partnership providing a highly dependable, clinically assured and cost effective diagnostic pathology service. SWLP is a pathology partnership between Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which provides a single, integrated pathology service for hospitals and GPs across South West London and beyond.'

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen within the Cellular Pathology Department for a full time specimen dissector. The post holder(s) will have appropriate skills to support our Technical Leads across a number of specialist sections of this division.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for these vacancies within the Histopathology Laboratory in our busy but friendly department.

We are looking for enthusiastic, and hard working BMS's who should be HCPC registered and have considerable experience working in a diagnostic histopathology laboratory.

The post holder(s) are expected to participate, as appropriate, in regional and national groups to develop guidelines and support development of Cellular Pathology provision across the London 5 network.

The department is an approved training laboratory and has full accreditation. We encourage personal development and actively support the IBMS CPD scheme by holding regular meetings and encouraging attendance at external meetings. Participation in further studies will be supported.

Main duties of the job

1. To provide and co-ordinate specialist clinical technical services to patients that may include research and audit samples.

2. To undertake the day-to-day management of a section within the laboratory under the direction of a line manager.

3. Contribute to providing a professional clinical technical laboratory service, working effectively as a team member as part of the overall department.

4. To provide the necessary training and supervision to staff within the section.

5. To actively participate in the extended BMS role of histology specimen dissection. As a guide working time will be approximately apportioned as a Specimen dissector. This will encompass B-E grade specimens, routine Advanced BMS duties including acting as the designated person responsible for managing and co-ordinating activities within the cut-up or routine section of the Histopathology Laboratory (this role may be shared with other Advanced BMS posts).

The post-holder responsibilities will include provision of advanced technical support, supervision, training, and management to provide a technical service that meet the Trust and national standards.

Find out more about South West London Pathology on our website

About us

An NHS partnership providing a highly dependable, clinically assured and cost effective diagnostic pathology service.

South West London Pathology is a pathology partnership between Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which provides a single, integrated pathology service across South West London and beyond.

Job summary

Croydon University Hospital is seeking a part-time Specialty Doctor in Restorative Dentistry (Endodontics) to join its expanding team for three days per week, ideally Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, with flexibility and potential for job sharing. The successful candidate will support the delivery of Endodontic services, including the assessment and treatment of patients referred to the Restorative Dentistry Department. The post is well suited to Endodontic specialists seeking to develop their clinical, teaching and leadership experience within a hospital setting. Applicants should ideally be on the GDC Specialist Register or within six months of obtaining CCST.

The department has benefited from significant investment, including modern surgeries, upgraded equipment and a postgraduate phantom head teaching facility funded by Health Education England. Led by two part-time consultants, the service is committed to innovation, clinical excellence and continued development.

The Trust supports professional development through training and supervision where required. The post is subject to a DBS check, and applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Recruitment is managed through Trac. The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job

- Assessment of endodontic patients referred to the department

- Treatment of patients referred for endodontic management

- Referral of patients back to the referring clinician following successful treatment

- Take part in audit and research at both department and hospital level where appropriate

- Participate in training when and if appropriate

- Be able to work independently

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides healthcare services to a diverse and growing population through Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital, community clinics and care delivered in patients' homes. With more than 3,600 staff, the Trust is a supportive and inclusive organisation where employees are encouraged to contribute to service improvement and innovation.

Through its Listening into Action programme, staff at all levels are empowered to identify changes, influence decisions and help shape healthcare services. The Trust works collaboratively with partner organisations to provide integrated, patient-centred care for people of all ages.

Recognising its workforce as its greatest asset, the Trust offers flexible working opportunities and a range of staff benefits, including parking, a gym, wellbeing initiatives, an on-site nursery and a cycle-to-work scheme. The Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair access to opportunities for all.

Croydon Health Services promotes a caring, respectful and inclusive environment where patients, visitors and staff are treated with dignity and feel valued regardless of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability. Staff are expected to uphold these values and place patients at the centre of everything they do.

The Trust welcomes motivated individuals who share its values and commitment to delivering high-quality care, continuous improvement and an excellent patient experience

Job summary

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist to join our dynamic, supportive and friendly Clinical Biochemistry team at Epsom and St Helier Hospitals.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified, motivated Biomedical Scientists to join our well-established team within this busy UKAS-accredited pathology service.

This is an exciting time to join the department following the successful implementation of a new Beckman Coulter automated Biochemistry and Immunoassay platform across Epsom and St Helier Hospitals. Our laboratories now operate with modern Beckman Coulter analysers and automation systems, including DxI 9000 immunoassay analysers, chemistry analysers, DxA/Automate track systems and associated middleware, supporting a high-throughput 24/7 Clinical Biochemistry service.

The post is 37.5 hours per week and will be primarily based at St Helier Hospital, although rotation to other sites within South West London Pathology may be required according to service needs.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking to recruit a suitably qualified Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join the Clinical Blood Sciences team. The successful candidate will work primarily within Automated Biochemistry, with opportunities to work across other specialist areas of Clinical Biochemistry following appropriate training and competency assessment.

The successful candidate will play an important role throughout the analytical pathway, including sample processing, operation and maintenance of complex automated laboratory equipment, quality control, calibration, troubleshooting, analysis, validation and authorisation of patient results.

You will be expected to demonstrate sound scientific and technical knowledge, recognise and investigate analytical problems, take appropriate corrective action and escalate issues when necessary. You will also contribute to maintaining high standards of quality, patient safety and compliance with laboratory procedures and accreditation requirements.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and reliable individual who demonstrates a flexible approach to work and can contribute effectively within a busy multidisciplinary team.

Following appropriate training and competency assessment, the successful candidate will participate in the department's 24-hour, seven-day service, including the out-of-hours rota.

About us

South West London Pathology (SWLP) is an NHS partnership providing a highly dependable, clinically assured and cost effective diagnostic pathology service. SWLP is a pathology partnership between Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which provides a single, integrated pathology service for hospitals and GPs across South West London and beyond.

At Epsom and St Helier, the Clinical Biochemistry laboratories operate modern Beckman Coulter automation systems supporting a busy 24/7 service, including Emergency Departments, acute medicine, obstetrics, inpatient services and primary care.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with modern analytical technology while developing their knowledge and experience within a large networked pathology service.

Find out more about South West London Pathology on our website

Job summary

Make a Difference to Patients Living with Head and Neck Cancer

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and highly motivated Head & Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our Cancer Services Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient-centred care and supporting individuals throughout their cancer pathway. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing specialist nursing support to patients undergoing investigation, treatment and follow-up for head and neck cancers.

Working closely with our multidisciplinary team, you will become an integral part of a service that is committed to delivering high-quality, holistic care while ensuring patients and their families receive expert guidance and support at every stage of their journey.

Interviews: tbc

Main duties of the job

• Undertake specialist telephone triage and assessment for patients with suspected or confirmed head and neck cancer.
• Provide expert nursing support within head and neck outpatient clinics.
• Act as a key worker for patients, coordinating care across the cancer pathway.
• Support patients and families during complex and sensitive conversations, including receiving and understanding difficult diagnoses.
• Participate in clinics where diagnosis and treatment plans are discussed, ensuring patients have access to appropriate information and support.
• Deliver holistic needs assessments and develop personalised care plans.
• Work collaborativelywith consultants, allied health professionals, speech and language therapists, dietitians and wider cancer teams.
• Contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement initiatives.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

To be responsible for the day to day running of the Social Service Children's Occupational Therapy service within the integrated Occupational Therapy service.

To provide a highly specialised and advanced standard of Occupational Therapy assessment, management, treatment and advice for a caseload of children with a wide range of developmental difficulties and/or disabilities, a high proportion of whom may have complex and/or multiple pathologies.

• Responsible for the operational management and professional leadership of the Children's Occupational Therapy Service and its therapy staff, with delegated responsibility to ensure that performance and budgetary objectives are met.
• To be a highly visible and proactive leader acting as a clinical resource and ensuring the sustained delivery of high standards of therapy care and service delivery.
• To be responsible for exploring current practice, identifying areas for development, and planning the appropriate change using current evidence to evaluate outcomes.
• To be responsible for the quality of the environment in which therapeutic interventions are delivered and lead on facilitating changes which improve the service users' experience.

To play a key operational role and maintain a proactive approach to the management of demand, capacity and activity in order to meet organisational, contractual and service users' objectives.

• To ensure that services comply with national and local policy and legislation.

Main duties of the job

• To maintain a 40% clinical caseload and 60% managerial duties
• Managing Social Care waiting lists
• Managing equipment budget and send monthly reports to Croydon Council budget holder and Croydon council finance team.
• Screen adaptation request and be part of equipment and adaptation panels.
• Supporting with upcoming SEND inspection
• Manage complaints
• Complete line management and clinical supervision
• Managing staff sickness & appraisal
• KPI monitoring and attendance of commissioning meetings
• Attendance and participation in development of Babies, Children and Young People's strategic board.
• Attendance of AHP Council meetings

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

Specialist Children's Occupational Therapist - Early Years Lead

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our team for an Occupational Therapist (OT) with children's OT experience. We are looking for a children's OT to lead on the development of a high quality OT service for Early years.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced OT to join our innovative Children's OT service We are based in a modern Children's Development Centre promoting multi-disciplinary team (MDT) working.Along with clinical work the post holder will also supervise junior members of the team and OT students also assisting with and lead on service developments. The post holder will also receive supervision and support by senior members of the team.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:- A Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy- State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)- Experience working with early years children with disabilities in a community OT setting

Main duties of the job

The post holder will act as a source of clinical expertise and advice on Occupational Therapy input for Early years children within the Children's Occupational Therapy team and for other health professionals and colleagues working within external agencies.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust wasformed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide servicesfora population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone isworkinghard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challengeyourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're lookingfor.

Job summary

Band 5 Community Staff Nurse - 0-19 Service

Fixed Term -12 Months

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Band 5 Community Staff Nurse to join our dynamic 0-19 team.

As part of the wider community nursing and primary healthcare team, you'll work under the guidance of the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Team Lead), delivering a range of services that include health surveillance, health promotion, immunisations, and providing support and advice to families with children and young people aged 0-19.

You'll collaborate closely with both statutory and voluntary partner agencies to help achieve the best possible health outcomes for children and families. Using evidence-based practice, you'll contribute to delivering a safe, effective, and high-quality service aligned with professional standards.

In this key role, you will support the implementation of the 0-19 Healthy Child Programme within a progressive universal model--tailoring interventions based on assessed needs and ensuring seamless partnership working across agencies.

If you're committed to child health and looking to grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To support the delivery of the 0-19 Healthy Child Programme (HCP) in providing an innovative and high quality service that helps children, young people, and families to thrive, working without direct supervision to support clients.

The post holder will be responsible for their designated workload within their speciality area with access to the support, advice and management from a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) clinician whilst not directly supervised. In doing so, they will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient centred programmes of care ensuring that they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge.

The post holder will work to professional protocols and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance at all times ensuring that their practice is grounded in the best available evidence based theoretical and practical knowledge.

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual, family focused care, under the delegation of the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) (Health Visitor/School Health Nurse) and working in partnership with other agencies.

Establish and maintain partnerships with families and other agencies in a multi-agency and integrated working environment.

To attend and participate in locality meetings.

Ensures that a professional service and image is maintained at all time, and acting as a role model for staff

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training. Croydon University Hospital plays an active role in training the clinicians of the future and works in partnership with major London universities

If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

Job summary

Single Point of Assessment and Rapid Response Triage Nurse (SPA)

BAND 6

Normal shift pattern is 08:00-20:30.

Croydon Health Services are in a new Alliance Partnership with other health and social care providers in Croydon and is an integrated service. This means bringing together health and social care teams who work to support people to remain independent and healthy in particular to prevent admissions to hospital and shorten hospital stays.

The Single Point of Assessment is a hub where all community referrals are received 7 days per week.

Are you a dynamic, flexible, innovative and motivated experienced District Nurse or Nurse practitioner with an extensive knowledge of community services? Clinical triaging expertise and good communication skills are required as well as excellent time management and prioritization skills is essential for this role.

This post may close early due to the receipt of sufficient applications. However, if we have not contacted you within four weeks of the closing date of this post, please presume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

We highly recommend contact or visiting the service before applying.

Interviews: tc

Main duties of the job

The Single Point of Assessment clinician is responsible for co-ordinating and managing referrals for community services made via the Single Point of Assessment (SPA). The SPA clinician is based in the office and is generally not expected to have direct face to face patient contact but will be communicating with patients via the telephone.

The SPA clinician is responsible for triaging all calls for the Rapid Response Service and supporting the Rapid Response clinician to enable a timely assessment to be completed by the most appropriate clinician: nurse, occupational therapist or physiotherapist. The SPA clinical will also have the responsibility for clinically triaging all community health referrals and all referrals that are sent to the LIFE service.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

Job summary

Lead the Shift. Elevate Care. Become a Band 6 Enhanced Care Shift Leader at Croydon. Are you a senior Mental Health or Learning Disability nurse ready to step up and make a real impact? At Croydon University Hospital, we are investing in our people and our patients. This is your chance to take the lead. You will be the go-to clinical expert on shift, driving safety, mentoring junior staff, and shaping outstanding patient experiences. It is more than a role, it is an opportunity to inspire your team and define excellence in care.

Main duties of the job

Provide expert clinical leadership and oversight during shifts, acting as the senior point of contact. Mentor, support, and supervise junior staff, fostering a positive learning environment. Coordinate patient flow within the team , and multidisciplinary teamwork. Conduct rapid assessments of deteriorating patients and escalate care appropriately. Champion safety, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and policies. Manage complex situations and clinical incidents, ensuring robust documentation. Role-model exceptional, compassionate care and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Optimise resource allocation and support the Team Lead and Associate Director of Nursing for People with Mental Health Needs in daily operational delivery.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

Job summary

The role plays a key part in delivering The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism to people who work in health and social care services within theCroydon Health Services NHS.

The successful Co-Facilitator will be supported to deliver training to include:

o Learning disability awareness and/or understanding autism.

o Reasonable adjustments.

o Supporting people with a learning disability and autistic people.

o Communication.

TheLearning DisabilityCo-Facilitator willbe co-delivering with a facilitating trainer.

The post holder will be part of an Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training Team, alongside other Experts with Lived Experience Co-Facilitator,FacilitatingTrainers, LeadTrainerand support staff.

As a Co-Facilitatoryou be an expert with lived experience and have a diagnosis ofa learning disabilityor learning disability with Autism. You will be encouraged to share your experiences ofhaving a learning disabilityand using health services during the training.

Interview: tbc

Main duties of the job

The training will be co-delivered to help NHS and social care staff understand their role in supportingpeople with a learning disability and autistic people..

The training is split into two types:

? The first type of training is an online one-hour interaction session co-delivered to 30 members of staff called aTier 1 Webinar.

? The second type of training is a one day in-person training session that is taught atCroydon Health Services NHS Trust andco-delivered to 30 members of staff. This is called aTier 2 in-person training session. The morning session is co-delivered by the Co-Facilitatorwith a Learning Disability and Facilitating Trainer, and the afternoon session is co-delivered by the Autistic Co-Facilitator and Facilitating Trainer.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided to successful candidates to enable them to carry out this role and become an NHS England-accredited Oliver McGowan Mandatory Co- trainer by successfully attending the 'Train the Trainer' training.

The post holder will be part of an Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training Team, alongside other Experts with Lived Experience Co- Facilitator,FacilitatingTrainers, LeadTrainerand support staff.

As a Co- Facilitator you be an expert with lived experience and have alearning disability. You will be encouraged to share your experiences ofhaving a learning disabilityand using health services during the training.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

Job summary

Band 5 (Developing to proficiency with supported competencies)

This is an exciting, new opportunity to join the Sexual Health team as an experienced band 5 nurse with astructured program to become a band 6. We will consider experienced band 5 nurses who aspire totransition to band 6 through a structured coaching process. Within this role we will look to progress youfrom a band 5 to band 6 within a 9-month period. This is an exciting flexible opportunity. Once you enterthis development role you can move to a band 6 within 6-9 months once specific competencies arecompleted.

All applicants would be expected to transition within 9 months. You will be provided with training,supervision, and support throughout the process with clear achievement objectives outlined and regularprogression meetings throughout concluding with a final progression meeting with the senior team inwhich transition to a band 6 will be completed.

The post holder will provide a high quality, individualised management of patients seeking sexual healthcare (including contraception and sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment). The post holder isrequired to have up to date knowledge of emergency contraceptive methods and sexually transmittedinfections and treatments and will contribute to the development of policy or service changes.To support and run nurse led clinics; this will include assessment and treatment of Sexually TransmittedInfections (STIs).

Interview date: TBC

Main duties of the job

* To participate in ensuring the daily delivery of Integrated Sexual Health Services

* To liaise with the multi-disciplinary team including clinical and non-clinical staff.

* To support Nurse Led Clinical sessions including history taking and physical examinations of patients.

* Provide direct patient care, providing high quality nursing advice and clinical treatment on all aspects of STIs and sexual health

* To work adhering to the patient group directives (PGDs).

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.

Job summary

Senior School Hearing Screener

Term time hours - 30 hours per week

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior school hearing screener to join our friendly and busy School Hearing Screening programme.

They are responsible for day-to day management of all aspects of the programme, including staff (assistant school screener), prompt and appropriate referral to audiology. The service identifies primary school children that may have hearing loss to be referred for further testing so that rehabilitation or assistance can be offered at an early stage.

This is a specialist role requiring an experienced school hearing screener.

This role is school term-time only.

This role will cover all Croydon Junior / primary schools, based at the Crystal Children's Development Centre, Malling Close, Croydon.

The successful candidates will be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, have good children handling skills and be highly organized, working under pressure. Experience of dealing with junior staff members required as you will be working with an assistant school screener.

Proposed Interview date : 19th October 2026

Main duties of the job

1. Act as the professional lead for the day-to day management evaluation and quality assurance of the screening process.

2. To ensure all Croydon school children eligible are offered the primary school hearing screening in a timely fashion.

3. Ensure that a high-quality service is maintained

4. To work independently carrying out hearing screening in primary school children (Year 1 or 2)

5. Accurately recording clinical and test data in accordance with clinical / professional guidelines and standard operating procedures.

6. To obtain informed consent from parents using national guidelines followed by a communication about screening test results and follow up for arrangements of children who require further testing.

7. To liaise with parents and team members, informing them of the screening outcomes as appropriate.

8. To carry out the hearing screening to a high standard in accordance with national standard protocol and local procedures.

9. To accurately record and download clinical test data onto Emis and Auditbase patients notes.

10. To establish a working report with other team members, leaving accurate and up-to-date information daily. This will include information where there are specific data quality issues.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

ST3-5

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Main duties of the job

ST3-5

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

Student SCPHN (Health Visitor and School Nursing)

Band 5, 1 year Fixed Term Contract

Our 0-19 integrated service works to achieve the best outcomes for our children, young people and families living in the borough through the Healthy Child Programme. As a result we are looking for qualified registered nurses and midwives who are passionate and motivated to train as specialist public health nurses for Health Visiting or School Nursing.

The entry requirements for the 12 month programme are:

• Qualified registered nurse or midwife with an active NMC registration willing to undertake a fully funded one year academic course at the University.
• BSc 2:2 degree (or above) qualification equivalent to 360 credits at level 6 or evidence of previous education and learning to this level (If unsure of the above please contact the university)
• Applicants must be able to travel independently and have access to a vehicle for business purposes throughout the course. Where necessary, adjustments will be made in accordance with the Equality Act

This is a fully funded and salaried course starting in January 2027 (comprising 50% academic and 50% clinical placement in accordance with university and Trust regulations) subject to confirmation by Health Education England.

Interviews: tbc

Main duties of the job

To work towards gaining the standards of proficiency for entry to the NMC register/recordable for Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN).

To provide the Student with a learning environment that will enable them to develop knowledge, skills and competencies to take on the role of a qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurse within a defined pathway.

To gain the knowledge and skills and competencies required in order to exercise higher levels of judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical care focusing on four broad areas:

• Clinical Practice
• Community Engagement
• Clinical Practice Development
• Leadership in Clinical Practice

The SCPHN sponsorship is a development post building on existing knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve a higher level of practice resulting in an academic qualification as well as a registerable/recordable qualification with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.