Job summary

We are looking for a experienced Occupational Therapist to join our established and friendly Norwich Community Therapy team, based at Norwich Community Hospital.

If you have a positive "can do" attitude that reflect the Trust values of compassion, creativity and community, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

The role requires a flexible individual who is able to work independently to ensure the delivery of a quality service.

You will work with the Community Therapy teams based across Norwich Place and carry a varied caseload including neurology, falls, orthopaedic, long-term conditions, palliative care and also supporting with triage.

About us

You must be self-motivated, able to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills and have good communication skills. Applicants should have a positive, enthusiastic approach to working in a community setting.

The service offers a commitment to ongoing personal development and offers a supportive, friendly network of colleagues.

You will receive support and development through in service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan and clinical supervision.

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

839-8358758-JH

Job locations

Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Areas of ResponsibilityTo assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions,the frail & elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, toachieve quality of life and independence where possible. To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital. To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission tohospital. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutoryagencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

ResponsibilitiesClinicalThe post holder will:1. Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of patients including those with a complex presentation, using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills, and formulate a graded treatment plan.2. Formulate and execute individualised occupational therapy treatment plans of patients including those with complex presentation, in collaboration with the integrated team, other agencies and the patient, utilising a wide range of treatment skills.3. To provide assessment of functional ability and safety of patients in the community,to identify care, equipment, adaptation and therapy needs.4. Assess & plan treatment including teaching patients to utilise techniques & equipment to maximise their functional ability.5. Be aware of Assistive Technology and make referrals for this as required.6. Assess patients holistic needs, communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers as to their assessment, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan.7. To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation and treatment potential, and to aid motivation and understanding throughout the treatment process.8. Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.9. Be required to use tact and persuasive skills in order to gain the patients cooperation in their treatment plan.10. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health careprofessionals and the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately11. To participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.12. Be responsible for ensuring workload for self and others is planned and prioritised according to service targets ands needs.13. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.14. Plan and organise specialist services within the integrated team.15. Demonstrate dexterity and co-ordination when using specialist equipment and fine tools, manual and mobilising skills.16. Order equipment and supplies via electronic ordering systems for use within the team.17. Be aware of budget and ensure all effort is made to work within this.18. Ensure informed consent is obtained prior to initiating interventions.19. Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Areas of ResponsibilityTo assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions,the frail & elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, toachieve quality of life and independence where possible. To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital. To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission tohospital. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutoryagencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users. ResponsibilitiesClinicalThe post holder will:1. Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of patients including those with a complex presentation, using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills, and formulate a graded treatment plan.2. Formulate and execute individualised occupational therapy treatment plans of patients including those with complex presentation, in collaboration with the integrated team, other agencies and the patient, utilising a wide range of treatment skills.3. To provide assessment of functional ability and safety of patients in the community,to identify care, equipment, adaptation and therapy needs.4. Assess & plan treatment including teaching patients to utilise techniques & equipment to maximise their functional ability.5. Be aware of Assistive Technology and make referrals for this as required.6. Assess patients holistic needs, communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers as to their assessment, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan.7. To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation and treatment potential, and to aid motivation and understanding throughout the treatment process.8. Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.9. Be required to use tact and persuasive skills in order to gain the patients cooperation in their treatment plan.10. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health careprofessionals and the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately11. To participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.12. Be responsible for ensuring workload for self and others is planned and prioritised according to service targets ands needs.13. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.14. Plan and organise specialist services within the integrated team.15. Demonstrate dexterity and co-ordination when using specialist equipment and fine tools, manual and mobilising skills.16. Order equipment and supplies via electronic ordering systems for use within the team.17. Be aware of budget and ensure all effort is made to work within this.18. Ensure informed consent is obtained prior to initiating interventions.19. Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
• Kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
• Be reliable
• Professional appearance

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or 1st level degree in Occupational Therapy, or equivalent experience
• Current HCPC registration
• Clinical educators course

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working at a relevant level
• Evidence of good observational and reporting skills
• Ability to concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records
• Ability to work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
• Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Experience in complex moving and handling
• Experience of remote triaging
• Experience of admission avoidance

Skills, Knowledge and Ability

Essential

• Knowledge of additional specialist areas eg seating, manual handling through in-house training & short courses
• Highly motivated
• Good communication skills

Communication

Essential

• Evidence of ability to demonstrate tact & diplomacy
• Evidence of ability to demonstrate empathy & sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative

Personal and people development

Essential

• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Evidence of being a team player

Personal attributes and behaviours

Essential

• To understand the importance of safeguarding of vulnerable adults, young people and children

Person Specification Other Essential Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle Kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg Manoeuvre patients using handling aids Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Be reliable Professional appearance Qualifications Essential Diploma or 1st level degree in Occupational Therapy, or equivalent experience Current HCPC registration Clinical educators course Experience Essential Evidence of working at a relevant level Evidence of good observational and reporting skills Ability to concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records Ability to work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills Good interpersonal skills Desirable Experience in complex moving and handling Experience of remote triaging Experience of admission avoidance Skills, Knowledge and Ability Essential Knowledge of additional specialist areas eg seating, manual handling through in-house training & short courses Highly motivated Good communication skills Communication Essential Evidence of ability to demonstrate tact & diplomacy Evidence of ability to demonstrate empathy & sensitivity Ability to use own initiative Personal and people development Essential Ability to manage stressful situations Evidence of being a team player Personal attributes and behaviours Essential To understand the importance of safeguarding of vulnerable adults, young people and children

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team within iCaSH Kings Lynn working in a fixed term 37.5 hour per week post as a Healthcare Assistant. You will be working within our multi-disciplinary team.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, enjoys providing excellent care and ensure patients are always put first. We want someone who wants to learn and develop.

Good time management skills and the ability to thrive in a busy environment are key. Excellent written & verbal communication abilities are a must. You will also maintain privacy, confidentiality, dignity, and ensure the patient is well looked after.

The post holder will support the delivery of healthcare for patients attending the integrated contraception and sexual health (iCaSH) service which is part of East of England Community Health & Care NHS Trust (EEC). This may include the supporting of patients who present with sexually transmitted infections, HIV/AIDS, contraception requirements and/or any other sexual health related problems.

Please note interviews will take place at iCaSH Kings Lynn, Vancouver House, PE30 5EJ

'If we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 27th October 2026'

Main duties of the job

To welcome patients and obtain relevant personal and clinical details as appropriate treating all such information as confidential.

Following training, and once signed off as competent, to act as a chaperone and assist nurses/doctors to undertake intimate examinations/procedures on patients.

To provide information to patients as appropriate who attend the department and to those who are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection/HIV or require contraception advice, risk reduction advice and condom demonstration.

Provide a phlebotomy service for patients attending the services.

To support health promotion events when requested.

To be non-judgemental to all client groups regardless of age/ethnicity/religion.

To undertake non-clinical duties in support of the admin team, for example undertake call taking and reception cover, registering patients and booking, support data collection and or general patient and non-patient administration.

Hold the Care Certificate and deliver the associated standards of care or undertake the training at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-AMB-8375615

Job locations

iCaSH Kings Lynn

Vancouver House, County Court Road, Kings Lynn,

Kings Lynn

PE30 5EJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication

Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote efficient patient care.Be conversant with the roles of all the staff within the service and occasionally with other colleagues internal or external to the organisation.Always ensure correct storage of patients records as per the Trusts record keeping policyLiaise with other services as necessary for the co-ordination of patient care and the smooth running of the department.Welcome visitors and patients to the clinical area providing assistance, support and information where required.Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including front of house/reception and answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.Ensure accurate record keeping in line with Trust and national standards.Monitor and reassure patients during clinical procedures.Actively participate in multidisciplinary training, meetings, and events.Signpost clients to other services where appropriate.Within remit of own role, support the teaching and supervision of students from a variety of disciplines.Ensure that all organisational wide communication is accessed and adhered to accordingly via the nhs.net account.

Budgetary Responsibility

To assist in maintaining stock (drugs/clinical supplies) levels, always adhering to CCS Medicines Management Policy, identifying and reporting any discrepancies to line manager after appropriate training.Assist with or undertake stock control and ordering as required

People Management

Within remit of own role, assist in providing training and support for new members of staff.Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in annual appraisals and one to ones.Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop self and to strive to increase personal knowledge.Undertake any training identified by the Clinic Manager integral to the role requirements and specialty area.Recognise limitations and seek direction when necessary.Contribute to the development of patient care and setting standards.The post holder must participate in clinical and other audits as required.

Research & Development

May be required to undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own work; may occasionally participate in R&D, clinical trials or equipment testing.

Safeguarding Clause

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous recruitment checks are carried out and where applicable to the role successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Infection Control

The trust staff are responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks.All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any problems about this to their managers.All staff undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and updates as required by the trust.All clinical staff or any staff working in clinical areas are expected to be bare below the elbow with no hand or wrist jewellery except for one plain band (no stones or engraving)

Health and Safety

Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitorsTo ensure that the trusts Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed.To ensure the appropriate use of equipment and facilities and the environment is maintained in good order.To take the necessary precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of themselves, patients, staff and visitors, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.To undertake appropriate Health and Safety training to support safe working practice including, where appropriate, its management.

Code of Conduct

The post holder is required to adhere to the Conflicts of Interest Policy

General

All staff are required to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the employment with the trust, including matters relating to other members of the staff and members of the public/patients.Maintain appropriate patient and clinical records in line with the trusts policies and procedures, and in line with the agreed service specification.The post holder will be expected to participate in an annual appraisal of their work where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with the annual personal development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfil their role.Ensure that all patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the workplace.The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the trusts Equality and Diversity Policies, Procedures and Schemes and must ensure that equality is promoted at all times.Support the trusts sustainability green plan and take personal responsibility to ensure that we work to reduce carbon emissions.The trust is committed to supporting our voluntary workforce and all apprentices, and all staff are expected to welcome and support volunteers and apprentices in their teams.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure and Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff, or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties as may be required for the effective performance of the post.

Job description Job responsibilities Communication Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote efficient patient care.Be conversant with the roles of all the staff within the service and occasionally with other colleagues internal or external to the organisation.Always ensure correct storage of patients records as per the Trusts record keeping policyLiaise with other services as necessary for the co-ordination of patient care and the smooth running of the department.Welcome visitors and patients to the clinical area providing assistance, support and information where required.Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including front of house/reception and answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.Ensure accurate record keeping in line with Trust and national standards.Monitor and reassure patients during clinical procedures.Actively participate in multidisciplinary training, meetings, and events.Signpost clients to other services where appropriate.Within remit of own role, support the teaching and supervision of students from a variety of disciplines.Ensure that all organisational wide communication is accessed and adhered to accordingly via the nhs.net account. Budgetary Responsibility To assist in maintaining stock (drugs/clinical supplies) levels, always adhering to CCS Medicines Management Policy, identifying and reporting any discrepancies to line manager after appropriate training.Assist with or undertake stock control and ordering as required People Management Within remit of own role, assist in providing training and support for new members of staff.Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in annual appraisals and one to ones.Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop self and to strive to increase personal knowledge.Undertake any training identified by the Clinic Manager integral to the role requirements and specialty area.Recognise limitations and seek direction when necessary.Contribute to the development of patient care and setting standards.The post holder must participate in clinical and other audits as required. Research & Development May be required to undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own work; may occasionally participate in R&D, clinical trials or equipment testing. Safeguarding Clause The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous recruitment checks are carried out and where applicable to the role successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Infection Control The trust staff are responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks.All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any problems about this to their managers.All staff undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and updates as required by the trust.All clinical staff or any staff working in clinical areas are expected to be bare below the elbow with no hand or wrist jewellery except for one plain band (no stones or engraving) Health and Safety Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitorsTo ensure that the trusts Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed.To ensure the appropriate use of equipment and facilities and the environment is maintained in good order.To take the necessary precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of themselves, patients, staff and visitors, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.To undertake appropriate Health and Safety training to support safe working practice including, where appropriate, its management. Code of Conduct The post holder is required to adhere to the Conflicts of Interest Policy General All staff are required to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the employment with the trust, including matters relating to other members of the staff and members of the public/patients.Maintain appropriate patient and clinical records in line with the trusts policies and procedures, and in line with the agreed service specification.The post holder will be expected to participate in an annual appraisal of their work where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with the annual personal development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfil their role.Ensure that all patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the workplace.The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the trusts Equality and Diversity Policies, Procedures and Schemes and must ensure that equality is promoted at all times.Support the trusts sustainability green plan and take personal responsibility to ensure that we work to reduce carbon emissions.The trust is committed to supporting our voluntary workforce and all apprentices, and all staff are expected to welcome and support volunteers and apprentices in their teams.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure and Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff, or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties as may be required for the effective performance of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of good standard of general education including basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.
• Willingness to undertake further education and training /learn new skills as required.

Desirable

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation (STIF) course - Core.
• Adult Basic Life Support (in date).

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health care environment.
• Experience of working with the public.
• Basic knowledge of and experience of IT systems such as Microsoft Office (2005 pr newer) Word, Excel, Outlook and internet navigation.

Desirable

• Recent experience of working in a sexual and reproductive health service or equivalent
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with IDOX LILIE clinical system.

Skils

Essential

• Able to perform the full range of duties the role requires and dexterity to perform clinical duties.
• Capable of using equipment within a work environment following training.
• Competent in phlebotomy/venepuncture.

Desirable

• Experience of reading and interpreting microscopy slides, and ability to appropriately document associated findings if required by the service

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of good standard of general education including basic literacy and numeracy skills. Care Certificate or willingness to undertake at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post. Willingness to undertake further education and training /learn new skills as required. Desirable Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent. Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation (STIF) course - Core. Adult Basic Life Support (in date). Experience Essential Experience of working in a health care environment. Experience of working with the public. Basic knowledge of and experience of IT systems such as Microsoft Office (2005 pr newer) Word, Excel, Outlook and internet navigation. Desirable Recent experience of working in a sexual and reproductive health service or equivalent Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience working with IDOX LILIE clinical system. Skils Essential Able to perform the full range of duties the role requires and dexterity to perform clinical duties. Capable of using equipment within a work environment following training. Competent in phlebotomy/venepuncture. Desirable Experience of reading and interpreting microscopy slides, and ability to appropriately document associated findings if required by the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Kings Lynn

Vancouver House, County Court Road, Kings Lynn,

Kings Lynn

PE30 5EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Kings Lynn

Vancouver House, County Court Road, Kings Lynn,

Kings Lynn

PE30 5EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have a full time band 6 vacancy - this post will be split between Huntingdon and Cambridge localities.

We are looking for a clinician who has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, likes working in a team and wants to provide the best they can to their patients. You will receive regular mentorship and clinical supervision to ensure that you maximise your personal potential within our team.

The applicant should have substantial post graduate experience in musculoskeletal outpatients.

Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy after 23rd October 2026

Main duties of the job

To assist in the management of the day-to-day clinical and administrative services of the team to ensure that a proficient and effective service is provided to all patients.

To undertake advanced assessment and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal problems that may have complex and or chronic presentation and to determine clinical diagnosis and physiotherapy treatment indicated, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

To undertake clinical duties in a number of ways which may include face to face consultations, virtual consultations and Group settings.

Specialist assessment and treatment of patients as part of the multidisciplinary team, working towards maintaining a high standard of service in designated areas, independently responsible for own caseload and area of responsibility. Responsible for managing, prioritising and delegating this clinical caseload.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff - who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Job summary

This is an opportunity to join our community nursing team based out of Beauchamp House in Chedgrave as a Community Healthcare Assistant.

The role will be to visit patients in their own homes, predominantly across the surrounding villages serviced by GP surgeries from Loddon and Poringland. You will be part of a larger team and therefore some cross cover to support other teams within South Norfolk will occur based upon clinical need. You will visit to address a variety of care needs, for example,diabetes care / insulin administration, wound care, venepuncture and catheter care.

Our service works 7 days a week. You will be able to demonstrate flexibility as well a sound clinical basis and understanding of community working.

We would welcome prospective applicants to contact us for further information as well as meeting the team.

Interviews will be held face to face on Thursday 12th November 2026

Main duties of the job

1. To contribute to the delivery of a variety of interventions for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
2. To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital
3. To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital
4. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

About us

The South Norfolk Health Improvement Partnership Team (SNHIP) comprises of three teams based at Beauchamp, Long Stratton and Diss. The nursing teams consist of Nurses, Nursing Associates, Assistant Practitioners and Healthcare Assistants. The Therapy team are based with the Nursing team and work very closely. They consist of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Assistant Practitioners.

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

Please note: We monitor the use of AI in applications and we strongly discourage the use of AI to complete your application. Please include personal examples to enhance your application.

This is an opportunity to join our community nursing teams in Wymondham and Attleborough as a Community Healthcare Assistant.

The role will be to visit patients in care homes across the "Ketts" area, and address a variety of care needs, for example,diabetes care / insulin administration, wound care, venepuncture and catheter care.

Our service works 7 days a week. You will be able to demonstrate flexibility as well a sound clinical basis and understanding of community working.

We would welcome prospective applicants to contact us for further information as well as meeting the team. You will be able to demonstrate a good basic knowledge of health care and appreciation of community based working.

Main duties of the job

1. To contribute to the delivery of a variety of interventions for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
2. To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital
3. To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital
4. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

About us

The nursing teams are based in Wymondham and Attleborough and consists of Nurses, Assistant Practitioners and Healthcare assistants. The Therapy team are based with the Nursing team and work very closely. They consist of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Assistant Practitioners.

We would welcome conversations with interested people, as well as meeting the team etc.

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Job summary

We are looking for a experienced and self-motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our established and friendly integrated NN2 Community Nursing & Therapy team as a Community Inpatient Occupational Therapist based in North Walsham, Norfolk.

If you have a positive "can do" attitude that reflects the Trust values of Integrity, Compassion, Inclusion and Ambition, we would love to hear from you!

NB. In-person interviews will be held at North Walsham Hospital, Yarmouth Road, Norfolk NR28 9AP

Main duties of the job

The post is based at North Walsham Memorial Hospital. You will work as a member of the therapy team where you will work alongside registered Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistant Practitioners and Therapy Healthcare assistants.

The main duties include:

• Undertaking comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of community inpatients.
• Demonstrating sound clinical reasoning skills and having good communication skills. Applicants should also have a positive, enthusiastic approach to working in a community setting.
• Working within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.
• Working with all health care professionals, and statutory and non-statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our service users
• Providing advice, support and supervision to collegues and students.

About us

Based at North Walsham Hospital Inpatient Unit you will work with a small team comprising of friendly and approachable physiotherapists, occupational therapists, therapy assistant practitioners as well as registered nurses and healthcare assistants. The 24 bed inpatient rehabilitation unit provides admission avoidance and supported discharge using an integrated approach to care and rehabilitation through close multidisciplinary working.

You will receive support and development through in service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan and clinical supervision.

North Norfolk offers beautiful countryside, beaches and many towns and buildings of historic interest, as well as being within close proximity to the city of Norwich which offers many cultural and leisure amenities.

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Job summary

The Experts at Hand (EaH) model is designed to support children and young people across education and early years settings within Norfolk with a focus on strengthening universal and targeted provision and improving outcomes for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs.

The EaH model builds on local and national learning and aims to improve early identification, reduce escalation to specialist services, build workforce capability and support more inclusive educational environments.

The post holder will be key in implementing the aims of the Experts at Hand model within a defined geographical area. Working collaboratively with the Strategic Lead, Speech and Language Therapy Locality Leads and wider multidisciplinary partners, the post holder will support the development of an integrated universal, targeted and specialist speech, language and communication offer across education and community settings.

The role combines clinical expertise with workforce development, consultation, training, coaching, supervision and service improvement across the system. The post holder will work with the wider Speech and Language Therapy workforce to embed new ways of working that increase capacity, improve inclusion and strengthen early intervention.

The post holder will maintain a clinical caseload, providing assessment and intervention for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs where required.

Main duties of the job

To independently manage a caseload of pre-school and school age children who have speech, language and communication difficulties.

To undertake a range of assessments, both standardised and non-standardised, taking account of medical, social and educational factors, in order to make a differential diagnosis.

To plan, deliver and evaluate intervention following professional guidelines and agreed service standards including training of setting staff and families.

As part of that process, to be able to plan appropriate long term and short-term goals working towards transfer of care.

To undertake administrative duties connected with the caseload including maintenance of case notes and provision of written reports, following service standards.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Job summary

To support the delivery of Newborn Health Screening in Luton & Bedfordshire. The post holder will work under the direction and supervision of the Senior Newborn Hearing Screener and the Local NHSP Manager. In Maternity, NNU, Outpatient clinics and Children Centres - possibly home visits. The work base will be in Luton and Dunstable Hospital's maternity Wing on Daisy Ward.

To offer screening to all babies to refer those with no clear response to the appropriate Audiological service, ensuring early intervention to support child development.

Post includes training as required, Mandatory Training, External Clinical Assessment, Annual E - Learning and a NVQ level 3 Diploma to be achieved within 2 years of recruitment.

To provide a full service and screen babies prior to discharge it will be necessary for the post holder to work weekends on a rotational basis approximately 1: 3 weekends. Annual leave is pro rata; service cover is a team priority. The team do not work Bank Holidays.

"(Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 20/10/2026)"

Main duties of the job

To ensure the daily calibration, safety, and security of equipment, reporting any problems to the Senior Screener and or NHSP Manager.

To identify which babies, require screening by using the Smart 4 Hearing Database and the Maternity database and by liaising with the ward staff. Basic IT Skills are required.

To organise and prioritise workload with colleagues to cover postnatal wards, Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) Community Clinics and home visits, ensuring as many babies as possible have completed screening prior to discharge from hospital.

Able to report and handover any concerns of mother / baby's wellbeing. Data in put, e - referrals.

To organise and prepare for community clinics in order that babies are screened as early as possible.

To travel to other venues, set up and undertake NHSP screening in outpatient clinics and home visits on occasion.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Please be aware that East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust will never ask applicants to pay fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including job applications, sponsorship arrangements, or employment offers. All recruitment communications and job applications should only be made through our official careers website and published contact details.

If you receive a suspicious job offer or recruitment-related communication, do not make any payments, share personal information, or provide identity documents. We encourage you to report the matter to your local police or relevant law enforcement agency. Any concerns relating to potential recruitment fraud should also be reported to our Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) as soon as possible.

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated part time Community Healthcare Assistant to join our community nursing team based in Brundall, Acle Rackheath and Hoveton,

Working in the picturesque North Norfolk area our patch covers a wide area delivering care to patients from Brundall, Blofield, Acle, Wroxham & Hoveton, Rackheath, Ludham & Stalham GP surgeries.

This is a rare and ideal opportunity for career progression and experience within a community setting. The job requires someone to deliver high standards of health care to patients within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community and in clinics, by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating packages of care.

Main duties of the job

A typical day involves:

• Undertaking basic observations including blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose monitoring, pulse and respiration rates.
• Supporting administration of insulin for diabetic patients.
• Undertaking basic wound care, including dressing changes and simple wound assessment.
• Provision of basic pressure relieving equipment and pressure ulcer risk assessment and advice.
• Venepuncture
• Simple catheter care
• Ability to organise your day, adopt flexibility to different patient needs and that of the service.

The ability to work as part of the team and to have a flexible approach to work is essential. There is clear competency and training programme in place to support you to obtain the skills required for this role. The service operates between 8.00am - 6.00pm, seven days a week, and you will be required to work shifts between these times .

About us

Achieving 'Outstanding' from CQC is a testament to the forward progressive nature of the Trust and our commitment to delivering high quality care in sometimes challenging environments.

The service offers a commitment to ongoing personal development and offers a supportive, friendly network of colleagues.

North Norfolk offers beautiful countryside, beaches and many towns and buildings of historic interest, as well as being within close proximity to the city of Norwich which offers many cultural and leisure amenities.

If this post excites you, and you are looking to improve your quality of life working in rural Norfolk as part of this developing role and workforce we look forward to your application.

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

839-8358104-GP

Job locations

NN4 Community Nursing team

Magna Medical Centre, 1 Magna Way

Norwich

NR13 5SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

An ambition for NCH&C is to create a culture that embraces flexibility in working within a 24/7 service wherever possible, and providing the tools to support this. Therefore if you are interested in a role though would need a flexible working pattern please don't let that put you off applying - we are really wanting to support all applicants and meet their needs taking into consider their work life balance.

Please see attached job description for full list of responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities An ambition for NCH&C is to create a culture that embraces flexibility in working within a 24/7 service wherever possible, and providing the tools to support this. Therefore if you are interested in a role though would need a flexible working pattern please don't let that put you off applying - we are really wanting to support all applicants and meet their needs taking into consider their work life balance. Please see attached job description for full list of responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge or experience
• Good general education

Desirable

• oNVQ3
• oExperience of working within a care setting

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated and able to provide high standards of care
• Tact and diplomacy showing empathy and sensitivity with ability to use own initiative
• Good observational and reporting skills with ability to manage stressful situations
• A team Player who can work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs with good basic IT/standard keyboard skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environments
• Ability to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Able to drive and have access to a vehicle to use for work purposes

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge or experience Good general education Desirable oNVQ3 oExperience of working within a care setting Knowledge, Skills and Ability Essential Good communication skills Good interpersonal skills Highly motivated and able to provide high standards of care Tact and diplomacy showing empathy and sensitivity with ability to use own initiative Good observational and reporting skills with ability to manage stressful situations A team Player who can work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs with good basic IT/standard keyboard skills Personal Qualities Essential Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environments Ability to manoeuvre patients using handling aids Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg Able to drive and have access to a vehicle to use for work purposes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

NN4 Community Nursing team

Magna Medical Centre, 1 Magna Way

Norwich

NR13 5SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

NN4 Community Nursing team

Magna Medical Centre, 1 Magna Way

Norwich

NR13 5SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

If you're looking for a job in the NHS in Norfolk, EEC is an excellent choice.

The North Urgent Community Response Team (UCR) is a service which works 7-days a week offering a range of nursing and therapy services across North Norfolk. These include Admission Avoidance, Discharge to Assess (offering rehabilitation after hospital discharge) and End of Life care. We are looking for an experienced therapy assistant practitioner or therapy assistant who is looking for a new experience in an exciting team. We can support with professional development and personal growth within this community setting.

North UCR is Multi-disciplinary team of Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Community Assistant Practitioners and Healthcare Assistants. We are an adaptable team looking for motivated and caring people to join the service. We are an evolving service providing frontline community care to patients in their own home.

Main duties of the job

• To assist in the delivery of high standards of safe, person centred health care to patients within their own places of residence, by following prescribed care pathways over a 12 hour period.
• You will be fully supported by the wider Urgent Community Response (UCR) Team with all aspects of the planning and delivering of care for this complex group of patients.
• This is a 7 day a week service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery, 8am-8pm, 365 days a year.
• Contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
• Prevent unnecessary admission to hospital and support early discharge form hospital working as part of an MDT.

About us

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Find out more about working for our organisation here:

https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2565ae62eb.html

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health & Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

839-8343030-PG

Job locations

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As part of the Urgent Community Response Team, you will be required to:

Contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to support early discharge from hospital. Work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

Clinical

The post holder will:1. Assess patients with straight forward requirements based on predetermined department protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinical areas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Work generically applying competency based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditions under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, following a prescribed treatment pathway.4. Observe patients carrying out daily activities in their own homes as well as giving advice on equipment or methods they may use to make these tasks easier.5. Assist the patient with personal care as appropriate.6. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying a qualified practitioner accordingly.7. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpected changes.8. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.9. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and report findings to a qualified practitioner.10.Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients, and ensure these are documented on SystmOne.11.Ensure that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.12.Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.13.Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and carers, incorporating motivation, encouragement and confidence building to enable patients to engage in their treatment/care/rehabilitation and management plan.14.Liaise with the wider Urgent Community Response (UCR) Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) and communicate with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionals and the voluntary sector as required to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately.15.Participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.16.Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.17.Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.18.Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g. taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers, passive exercises.19.Be responsible for ensuring equipment is prescribed and used safely, following appropriate training, and that it is maintained appropriately.20.Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.21.Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner.22.Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent as appropriate following department policy.23.Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialist equipment and general house keeping tasks.24.Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones, arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25.Be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26.Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills.

Professional

The post holder will:1. Attend and contribute to staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings plus other meetings where appropriate.2. Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in, training sessions, courses and reflective practice as required to develop current job role.3. Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as required.4. Be required to demonstrate own duties to students, new starters and/or less experienced staff; and be involved in induction programmes for new staff / students as required.5. Be aware of limitations of own scope of practice, and when to involve a more senior practitioner, both in daily practice and in emergency situations.6. Acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.7. Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management, and apply to work situation.8. Provide peer support to other practitioners, demonstrating leadership skills as required.9. Identify and explore own contribution to team working, and reflect on own practice.10.Actively contribute to the working of the team and express ideas on improving services for users and the team.

Job description Job responsibilities As part of the Urgent Community Response Team, you will be required to: Contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital. Work within the Urgent Community Response Team to support early discharge from hospital. Work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users. Clinical The post holder will:1. Assess patients with straight forward requirements based on predetermined department protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinical areas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Work generically applying competency based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditions under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, following a prescribed treatment pathway.4. Observe patients carrying out daily activities in their own homes as well as giving advice on equipment or methods they may use to make these tasks easier.5. Assist the patient with personal care as appropriate.6. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying a qualified practitioner accordingly.7. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpected changes.8. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.9. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and report findings to a qualified practitioner.10.Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients, and ensure these are documented on SystmOne.11.Ensure that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.12.Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.13.Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and carers, incorporating motivation, encouragement and confidence building to enable patients to engage in their treatment/care/rehabilitation and management plan.14.Liaise with the wider Urgent Community Response (UCR) Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) and communicate with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionals and the voluntary sector as required to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately.15.Participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.16.Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.17.Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.18.Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g. taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers, passive exercises.19.Be responsible for ensuring equipment is prescribed and used safely, following appropriate training, and that it is maintained appropriately.20.Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.21.Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner.22.Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent as appropriate following department policy.23.Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialist equipment and general house keeping tasks.24.Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones, arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25.Be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26.Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills. Professional The post holder will:1. Attend and contribute to staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings plus other meetings where appropriate.2. Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in, training sessions, courses and reflective practice as required to develop current job role.3. Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as required.4. Be required to demonstrate own duties to students, new starters and/or less experienced staff; and be involved in induction programmes for new staff / students as required.5. Be aware of limitations of own scope of practice, and when to involve a more senior practitioner, both in daily practice and in emergency situations.6. Acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.7. Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management, and apply to work situation.8. Provide peer support to other practitioners, demonstrating leadership skills as required.9. Identify and explore own contribution to team working, and reflect on own practice.10.Actively contribute to the working of the team and express ideas on improving services for users and the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Essential

• Experience of a higher level of skills and knowledge of practice.
• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• A team player
• Highly motivated
• Able to provide high standard of care
• Tact and diplomacy
• Empathy and sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Good observational skills and reporting skills
• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Leadership skills
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs

Desirable

• Experience of working within a community care setting
• Knowledge of SystmOne

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional appearance
• Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and worked in cramp environments
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Be reliable

Other

Essential

• The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations as necessary. Some roles require additional level of checks as part of the employment process i.e. roles which come into contact with children, vulnerable adults or their families.
• Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as requried.
• This is a 7 day service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery. 8am-8pm

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent knowledge and experience Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience Knowledge, Skills and Ability Essential Experience of a higher level of skills and knowledge of practice. Experience of working in a health or social care setting Good communication skills Good interpersonal skills A team player Highly motivated Able to provide high standard of care Tact and diplomacy Empathy and sensitivity Ability to use own initiative Good observational skills and reporting skills Ability to manage stressful situations Leadership skills Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs Desirable Experience of working within a community care setting Knowledge of SystmOne Personal Qualities Essential Professional appearance Ability to kneel, bend and stoop and worked in cramp environments Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg Manoeuvre patients using handling aids Be reliable Other Essential The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations as necessary. Some roles require additional level of checks as part of the employment process i.e. roles which come into contact with children, vulnerable adults or their families. Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as requried. This is a 7 day service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery. 8am-8pm

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a compassionate, enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant looking to make a real difference every day? We have an exciting opportunity to join our welcoming and supportive Community Nursing Team based at Norwich Community Hospital.

You'll become part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team of Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Nursing Associates and Assistant Practitioners, working together to deliver high-quality, person-centred care across the Norwich community.

Our Community Nursing Service provides care predominantly in patients' own homes, including residential care homes and supported living complexes, we also provide some services within community clinic settings.

As part of the Norwich Neighbourhood Team, you'll work alongside local service providers within the Primary Care Network to deliver integrated, community-based care. Together we are developing innovative services that enable patients to remain at home wherever possible, ensuring they receive the care and support they need in a coordinated and compassionate way.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll be supported by experienced colleagues, encouraged to develop your skills, and valued for the important contribution you make to improving the health and wellbeing of our patients.

If you're passionate about providing outstanding care and want to be part of a friendly, forward-thinking team that works together to deliver exceptional community care, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The workload requires a good range of clinical skills to be applied in managing our patients with varied health problems including the venepuncture, preforming ECGs, the taking and recording of patient observations such as blood pressure, diabetes management, traumatic, chronic and post-operative wound care, pressure ulcer prevention and management, catheter support, palliative and end of life care. Many of our patients will have complex multi-pathologies and so we aim to provide holistic, patient centred assessments and deliver individualised care. Full training will be given for all clinical skills as well as a comprehensive induction period.

About us

East of England Community Health and care NHS trust is committed to the development of future health clinicians and there will be an expectation that the Band 3 Health Care Assistant will be highly motivated team player that provides high standards of care to our patients. You will live, breathe and promote the NCH&C's Behaviour Framework.

All staff are required to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the employment with the Trust, including matters relating to other members of the staff and members of the public/patients.

Job summary

We have a brilliant opportunity for a Band 5 Qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) two posts to join the Peterborough Mental Health Support Team with a team base in Hampton, Peterborough and one post to join the Huntingdon and St. Neots Mental Health Support Team with a base in Huntingdon.

*Please only proceed to application if you are a qualified EMHP*

'It is a condition of your employment that you will be registered with either the BPS or BABCP. We understand there is a backlog and therefore will accept applications where registration is in progress or you intend to register as soon as possible'

The EMHP role is an opportunity to deliver evidence-based early interventions to parents and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors.

Mental Health Support Teams work in collaboration with education settings to provide early intervention to children, young people and their families/carers for mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

The role requires the applicant to travel around the area to allocated schools.

Why not click on the link to the Job Description and find out more about the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 15th October 2026

Main duties of the job

You will be working in a creative environment where evidence-based interventions, new ideas, ways of working and supporting children and young people (CYP) are actively encouraged. The approach requires flexibility and adaptability, and a passion for working with CYP in education settings.

The post holder will work as an autonomous Practitioner in education and health care settings alongside a team of mental health professionals and within the scope of their job description.

The post holder will carry out assessments, develop and deliver evidence-based interventions to children, young people, parents and carers.

The interventions address mild to moderate mental health difficulties (anxiety, worries and fears, behaviour, low mood).

The post holder will receive regular supervision to support them in their work.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff - who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-CCYP-8046269-A

Job locations

Phorpres Close

Hampton

Peterborough

PE7 8FZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Mental Health Support Team

The Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) are part of the Emotional Health and Wellbeing Service (EHWS) in EEC NHS Trust and sits within the Getting Advice and Getting Help (quadrants of) the iThrive model. The iThrive model provides an integrated approach to the delivery of person-centred and needs-led services for children, young people, and families.

Since January 2020, East of England Community Health and Care (EEC) NHS Trust has launched twelve MHSTs across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and we continue to expand, moving towards 100 percent coverage of schools by 2030, in line with the NHS Long Term Plan. MHSTs provide mental health and emotional wellbeing support to children and young people and their families and carers through schools and colleges.

The MHSTs work with education settings to provide early intervention for mild to moderate mental health difficulties and provide support to staff in schools and colleges on their Whole School Approach (WSA) to mental health.

Job Purpose

The postholder, with appropriate supervision, will work as an autonomous and responsible practitioner as their training affords in educational and health care settings alongside a team of mental health professionals and within the scope of their local job description, to:

Develop and deliver evidence-based interventions under supervision, to children, young people, parents and carers in an educational/community setting who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties

Develop and practice evidence-based skills under supervision to carry out holistic and child-centred mental health assessments, including risk assessments and risk formulations.

Help children and young people within these settings who present with more severe problems to rapidly access more specialist services

The post holder will also be responsible for supporting and facilitating staff in education settings to identify and where appropriate manage issues related to mental health and well-being

Use the EMHP skills, knowledge, and abilities to deliver a service based within education settings that builds on and reinforces but does not replace those initiatives that already exist within these environments

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Assess and deliver outcome focused, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, working at all times in collaboration with and giving respect to the education function of the setting in which the post-holder is deployed

Work in partnership to support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties and their parents/carers, families and educators in the self-management of presenting difficulties

Work in effective, evidence-based partnership with children, young people, their families and their educators in the development of plans for the intervention and agreed outcomes

Support and empower children, young people, their parents/carers and families and their educators to make informed choices about the interventions being offered

Operate at all times from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects diversity

Accept referrals within educational settings according to agreed local and national protocols

Undertake and record accurate assessments and formulation of risk and operate clear risk management processes in line with locally agreed procedures including the safeguarding protocols of the educational setting and Local Safeguarding Board guidance

Adhere to all regulations, processes, and procedures within the educational service to which the postholder is attached within the educational setting where the post-holder working including (but not limited to) HR policies, training requirements, referral protocols, and emergency procedures.

Signpost referrals of children with more complex needs to a locally identified appropriate relevant service

Through case management, supervision, and any other relevant local pathway, escalate cases where the level of need or risk is beyond the scope of practice of the postholder

Provide a range of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments, primarily guided self-help

Practice, evidence and demonstrate an ability to manage ones own caseload in conjunction with the requirements of the team

Attend multi-disciplinary and multi-agency meetings relating to referrals or children and young people in treatment, where appropriate

Keep clear, professionally coherent records of all activity in line with both health and education service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision making

Complete all requirements relating to data collection

Assess and integrate issues relating to transitions, education, and training/employment into the overall therapeutic process

Contribute to the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials, and in addition to develop such materials independently as falls within own degree of competence, and under direction of the wider team

Communication

Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication on complex issues to a wide range of audiences, including senior management level and children, young people and families, both verbal and written communication

Research & Development Activity

To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members

Participate in clinical and other audits as required

To use a computer as necessary for clinical work, including literature searches, word processing, delivery of remote interventions and training

Inputting data, emailing, report writing and other tasks as necessary for the efficient running of the service

Contribute data for accessible management information for service improvement and reporting via System One data sets, suitable technology/ systems development and in compliance with Trust Information Governance (and all relevant legislation) standards

Clinical and Practice Governance

Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.

Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed, or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.

The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures

It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with either the BPS or the BABCP and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration.

Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust.

The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required

Provide patients and their families/carers with information on standards they should expect from the team

Participate in Clinical, Line Management & Safeguarding supervision on a regular basis

The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

Work collaboratively with other agencies in the health and social care system to ensure regular case reviews to ensure effective progress through the care pathway

To be accountable to the MHST Clinical & Team lead for the direct delivery of an effective MHST service across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Ensure that any risks or issues related to the safety and wellbeing of anyone the postholder encounters, in the course of their professional duties are communicated and shared with appropriate parties in order to maintain individual safety and the public interest

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures

Ensure appropriate recording of meetings, supervision and maintenance of clinical records

Ensure the maintenance of standards of own professional practice according to both the postholders employer

Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and the requirements of the post and ensure personal development plans maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments

Maintain awareness of and execute responsibilities with regard to the safeguarding children and adults agenda, confidentiality, Trust and professional training requirements, data protection and sharing, information governance, risk management and reporting and all relevant legislation and Trust and local policy

Job description Job responsibilities Mental Health Support Team The Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) are part of the Emotional Health and Wellbeing Service (EHWS) in EEC NHS Trust and sits within the Getting Advice and Getting Help (quadrants of) the iThrive model. The iThrive model provides an integrated approach to the delivery of person-centred and needs-led services for children, young people, and families. Since January 2020, East of England Community Health and Care (EEC) NHS Trust has launched twelve MHSTs across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and we continue to expand, moving towards 100 percent coverage of schools by 2030, in line with the NHS Long Term Plan. MHSTs provide mental health and emotional wellbeing support to children and young people and their families and carers through schools and colleges. The MHSTs work with education settings to provide early intervention for mild to moderate mental health difficulties and provide support to staff in schools and colleges on their Whole School Approach (WSA) to mental health. Job Purpose The postholder, with appropriate supervision, will work as an autonomous and responsible practitioner as their training affords in educational and health care settings alongside a team of mental health professionals and within the scope of their local job description, to: Develop and deliver evidence-based interventions under supervision, to children, young people, parents and carers in an educational/community setting who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties Develop and practice evidence-based skills under supervision to carry out holistic and child-centred mental health assessments, including risk assessments and risk formulations. Help children and young people within these settings who present with more severe problems to rapidly access more specialist services The post holder will also be responsible for supporting and facilitating staff in education settings to identify and where appropriate manage issues related to mental health and well-being Use the EMHP skills, knowledge, and abilities to deliver a service based within education settings that builds on and reinforces but does not replace those initiatives that already exist within these environments Main Duties and Responsibilities Assess and deliver outcome focused, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, working at all times in collaboration with and giving respect to the education function of the setting in which the post-holder is deployed Work in partnership to support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties and their parents/carers, families and educators in the self-management of presenting difficulties Work in effective, evidence-based partnership with children, young people, their families and their educators in the development of plans for the intervention and agreed outcomes Support and empower children, young people, their parents/carers and families and their educators to make informed choices about the interventions being offered Operate at all times from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects diversity Accept referrals within educational settings according to agreed local and national protocols Undertake and record accurate assessments and formulation of risk and operate clear risk management processes in line with locally agreed procedures including the safeguarding protocols of the educational setting and Local Safeguarding Board guidance Adhere to all regulations, processes, and procedures within the educational service to which the postholder is attached within the educational setting where the post-holder working including (but not limited to) HR policies, training requirements, referral protocols, and emergency procedures. Signpost referrals of children with more complex needs to a locally identified appropriate relevant service Through case management, supervision, and any other relevant local pathway, escalate cases where the level of need or risk is beyond the scope of practice of the postholder Provide a range of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments, primarily guided self-help Practice, evidence and demonstrate an ability to manage ones own caseload in conjunction with the requirements of the team Attend multi-disciplinary and multi-agency meetings relating to referrals or children and young people in treatment, where appropriate Keep clear, professionally coherent records of all activity in line with both health and education service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision making Complete all requirements relating to data collection Assess and integrate issues relating to transitions, education, and training/employment into the overall therapeutic process Contribute to the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials, and in addition to develop such materials independently as falls within own degree of competence, and under direction of the wider team Communication Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication on complex issues to a wide range of audiences, including senior management level and children, young people and families, both verbal and written communication Research & Development Activity To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members Participate in clinical and other audits as required To use a computer as necessary for clinical work, including literature searches, word processing, delivery of remote interventions and training Inputting data, emailing, report writing and other tasks as necessary for the efficient running of the service Contribute data for accessible management information for service improvement and reporting via System One data sets, suitable technology/ systems development and in compliance with Trust Information Governance (and all relevant legislation) standards Clinical and Practice Governance Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed, or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies. The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with either the BPS or the BABCP and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration. Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust. The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required Provide patients and their families/carers with information on standards they should expect from the team Participate in Clinical, Line Management & Safeguarding supervision on a regular basis The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team. Work collaboratively with other agencies in the health and social care system to ensure regular case reviews to ensure effective progress through the care pathway To be accountable to the MHST Clinical & Team lead for the direct delivery of an effective MHST service across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Ensure that any risks or issues related to the safety and wellbeing of anyone the postholder encounters, in the course of their professional duties are communicated and shared with appropriate parties in order to maintain individual safety and the public interest The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures Ensure appropriate recording of meetings, supervision and maintenance of clinical records Ensure the maintenance of standards of own professional practice according to both the postholders employer Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and the requirements of the post and ensure personal development plans maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments Maintain awareness of and execute responsibilities with regard to the safeguarding children and adults agenda, confidentiality, Trust and professional training requirements, data protection and sharing, information governance, risk management and reporting and all relevant legislation and Trust and local policy

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1yr 'Education Mental Health Practitioner' (EMHP) course

Desirable

• A further relevant degree qualification
• Teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people, their families, and others
• Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders
• Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties
• Experience of working with anxiety disorders and affective (mood) disorders
• Experience of the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions (CBT, solution focussed therapy)

Desirable

• Experience of working with children and their families in a healthcare setting
• Experience of monitoring and recording outcome measures for children's emotional wellbeing
• Experience of navigating complex social systems and environments, who may have conflicting priorities or agendas
• Experience of working with other vulnerable groups

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to carry out 1:1 therapeutic mental health assessments and interventions with children and families
• Ability to conduct group parenting programmes
• Ability to make an assessment of risk and to record and communicate it appropriately
• Well-developed record keeping skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding issues

Working within professional boundaries

Essential

• Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others
• Understands the principle of confidentiality

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1yr 'Education Mental Health Practitioner' (EMHP) course Desirable A further relevant degree qualification Teaching qualification Experience Essential Experience of working with children and young people, their families, and others Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties Experience of working with anxiety disorders and affective (mood) disorders Experience of the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions (CBT, solution focussed therapy) Desirable Experience of working with children and their families in a healthcare setting Experience of monitoring and recording outcome measures for children's emotional wellbeing Experience of navigating complex social systems and environments, who may have conflicting priorities or agendas Experience of working with other vulnerable groups Knowledge & Skills Essential Ability to carry out 1:1 therapeutic mental health assessments and interventions with children and families Ability to conduct group parenting programmes Ability to make an assessment of risk and to record and communicate it appropriately Well-developed record keeping skills Knowledge of safeguarding issues Working within professional boundaries Essential Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others Understands the principle of confidentiality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Phorpres Close

Hampton

Peterborough

PE7 8FZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Phorpres Close

Hampton

Peterborough

PE7 8FZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an opportunity to join our community nursing teams in Wymondham and Attleborough as a Community Healthcare Assistant.

The role will be to visit patients in care homes across the "Ketts" area, and address a variety of care needs, for example,diabetes care / insulin administration, wound care, venepuncture and catheter care.

Our service works 7 days a week. You will be able to demonstrate flexibility as well a sound clinical basis and understanding of community working.

We would welcome prospective applicants to contact us for further information as well as meeting the team. You will be able to demonstrate a good basic knowledge of health care and appreciation of community based working.

Main duties of the job

1. To contribute to the delivery of a variety of interventions for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
2. To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital
3. To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital
4. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

About us

The nursing teams are based in Wymondham and Attleborough and consists of Nurses, Assistant Practitioners and Healthcare assistants. The Therapy team are based with the Nursing team and work very closely. They consist of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Assistant Practitioners.

We would welcome conversations with interested people, as well as meeting the team etc.

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Job summary

Step into a role where your expertise truly shapes lives.

You've built your foundations, now you're ready for the next challenge. If you're an experienced SLT looking to take on more autonomy, develop specialist skills & play a key role in shaping high-quality care, we'd love you to join our team.

We're a supportive, collaborative & busy community service where your ideas are welcomed and your professional growth really matters.

As a Specialist SLT, you'll manage a more complex caseload, using your clinical judgement to deliver evidence-based assessment and intervention to children, including those with additional needs. You'll work closely with families, schools, carers and MDT partners, offering guidance, training and support to ensure communication and/or swallowing needs are understood and managed effectively. You'll also play a valued role in service development, supervision of colleagues, and contribute to quality improvement. You will take an active role in the assessment and differential diagnosis of ASD.

We'll support your ambitions with specialist CPD, regular supervision, and opportunities to deepen your expertise in areas that excite you.

If you're ready for a role where your voice is valued & your expertise makes a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Your next step starts here.

The successful candidates will be based either in the Huntingdon area or our North Cambridge locality.

Interviews will be held in person only as there will be clinical observations.

Main duties of the job

Should we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 13th October 2026

The post holder will independently manage a specialist caseload in the locality and the surrounding area. The client group is children who have a range of difficulties in understanding and/or using speech and language. You will work independently with access to more senior colleagues as needed. You will provide supervision and guidance to colleagues.

Essential criteria:

Qualified SLT with HCPC registration Demonstrated experience managing a varied/complex caseload Strong clinical reasoning and autonomous decision-making Ability to provide guidance, supervision or training to others Excellent communication and partnership-working across the MDT Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice Confident, reflective and motivated to develop specialist skills

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Please be aware that East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust will never ask applicants to pay fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including job applications, sponsorship arrangements, or employment offers. All recruitment communications and job applications should only be made through our official careers website and published contact details.

If you receive a suspicious job offer or recruitment-related communication, do not make any payments, share personal information, or provide identity documents. We encourage you to report the matter to your local police or relevant law enforcement agency. Any concerns relating to potential recruitment fraud should also be reported to our Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) as soon as possible.

Job summary

Specialist Physiotherapist MSK Band 6

We have a full time band 6 vacancy at City Care Centre in Peterborough.

We are looking for a clinician who has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, likes working in a team and wants to provide the best they can to their patients. You will receive regular mentorship and clinical supervision to ensure that you maximise your personal potential within our team.

The applicant should have substantial post graduate experience in musculoskeletal outpatients.

Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy after 13th October 2026.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the management of the day-to-day clinical and administrative services of the team to ensure that a proficient and effective service is provided to all patients.

To undertake advanced assessment and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal problems that may have complex and or chronic presentation and to determine clinical diagnosis and physiotherapy treatment indicated, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

To undertake clinical duties in a number of ways which may include face to face consultations, virtual consultations and Group settings.

Specialist assessment and treatment of patients as part of the multidisciplinary team, working towards maintaining a high standard of service in designated areas, independently responsible for own caseload and area of responsibility. Responsible for managing, prioritising and delegating this clinical caseload.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Please be aware that East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust will never ask applicants to pay fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including job applications, sponsorship arrangements, or employment offers. All recruitment communications and job applications should only be made through our official careers website and published contact details.

If you receive a suspicious job offer or recruitment-related communication, do not make any payments, share personal information, or provide identity documents. We encourage you to report the matter to your local police or relevant law enforcement agency. Any concerns relating to potential recruitment fraud should also be reported to our Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) as soon as possible.

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge? East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are an integrated NHS and Social Care Trust offering opportunities for a Community Assistant Practitioner in the therapy team in South Norfolk.

We have an opportunity to work in the community within the therapy team based at Wymondham Health Centre, with an expectation to work across the South Locality if and when required. This will be a part time, substantive post of 22.5 hours per week . The area you will cover is in the picturesque rural Norfolk countryside, working alongside a friendly supportive multidisciplinary team.

If this post interests you, we look forward to receiving your application. we would also strongly encourage you to discuss any aspects of this post by contacting us.

Clinical support will be provided by the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy registered staff, along with attendance at and contribution to in-service training. There is also support and development through regular appraisals, a personal development plan and regular formal supervision.

• Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

We would welcome applicants with a 'can do' attitude who reflect the values (compassion, creativity and community) and behaviours of the organisation.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and have a varied caseload, supporting functions along the Falls Pathway, long term condition management, progressive neurology management, prevention of admission and early supported discharge from hospital to patients in their own homes and care homes.

The successful candidate will have a good baseline knowledge of therapy and additional training can be given for various aspects of the role.

Triage is key to this role, and as such you will also be expected to work at the Hub in Wymondham on a regular basis gaining experience in triage duties alongside community work.

About us

You will be required to work 3 days per week, between Monday and Friday, and be motivated, with excellent communication skills. There will be a need for you to provide your own transport to and from your home to your base and patient's homes and care homes.

NCHC have electronic patient records and there is an expectation that you will be a mobile worker using a laptop to enable you to work with your patients and record their care during the clinical consultation where appropriate. You will receive support and training to enable you to use this functionality.

Details

Date posted

05 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

839-8322416-RB

Job locations

Wymondham Health Centre

Bridewell Street

Wymondham

NR18 0AR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Areas of Responsibility1. To contribute to the delivery of therapy for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.2. To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.3. To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital4. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIESClinicalThe post holder will:1. Assess patients with straightforward requirements based on predetermined department protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinical areas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Apply competency-based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditions under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.4. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying a qualified practitioner accordingly.5. Prepare for and develop individual/group activities to meet defined intervention needs.6. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpected changes.7. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.8. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and report findings to a qualified practitioner.9. Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients and ensure these aredocumented in personal work diary.10. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.11. Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.12. Be required to use tact and persuasive skills in order to gain the patients cooperation in their treatment/care/management plan.13. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health careprofessionals and the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately.14. To participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.15. Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.16. Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.17. Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g., taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers, passive exercises.

18. Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following appropriate training, and that it is maintained appropriately.19. Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.20. Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner.21. Work with qualified practitioners with group work/clinics as required.22. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent and gain consent as appropriate following department policy.23. Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialist equipment and general housekeeping tasks.24. Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones, arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25. Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26. Demonstrate basic IT and standard keyboard skills.

ProfessionalThe post holder will:1. To be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in staff meetings, training sessions, courses and reflective practice.2. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee, maintaining a dynamic personal development plan.3. To demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and apply to work situations.4. To provide peer support to other carers.5. To develop competencies to enhance practice and ability to meet needs of patients and the service.

Communication1. To establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and carers, incorporating motivation, encouragement and confidence building.2. To demonstrate an ability to communicate with patients/carers with complex needs, using clear and effective verbal/non-verbal communication.3. To gather and collate information to enable co-ordinator to plan interventions/liaison with others.4. To provide direct feedback to professionals as appropriate, and in a clear and concise way.5. To contribute to accurate and timely patient records, including data collection.6. To communicate and share information with DNs, GPs and SWs as necessary.8. Be able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives with communication difficulties i.e., deafness, blindness, learning difficulties.9. To provide feedback to co-ordinator in a clear and concise way.

OrganisationalThe post holder will:1. Undertake mandatory training as required.2. Participate in a Personal Development Review process.3. Undertake Personal Development Plans for more junior staff members.4. Take part in clinical supervision as per Trust Policy.5. Follow Trust policies, and local procedures.

6. Ensure absence reporting is undertaken as determined by Team Leader and Trust Policy.7. Contribute to clinical audit as required.8. Complete the staff survey as required.9. Complete risk assessments and incident forms as required.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Areas of Responsibility1. To contribute to the delivery of therapy for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.2. To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.3. To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital4. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIESClinicalThe post holder will:1. Assess patients with straightforward requirements based on predetermined department protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinical areas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Apply competency-based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditions under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.4. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying a qualified practitioner accordingly.5. Prepare for and develop individual/group activities to meet defined intervention needs.6. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpected changes.7. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.8. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and report findings to a qualified practitioner.9. Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients and ensure these aredocumented in personal work diary.10. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.11. Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations require adjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.12. Be required to use tact and persuasive skills in order to gain the patients cooperation in their treatment/care/management plan.13. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health careprofessionals and the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated appropriately.14. To participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. Gold Standard Framework.15. Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.16. Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.17. Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g., taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers, passive exercises. 18. Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following appropriate training, and that it is maintained appropriately.19. Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.20. Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner.21. Work with qualified practitioners with group work/clinics as required.22. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent and gain consent as appropriate following department policy.23. Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialist equipment and general housekeeping tasks.24. Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones, arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25. Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26. Demonstrate basic IT and standard keyboard skills. ProfessionalThe post holder will:1. To be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in staff meetings, training sessions, courses and reflective practice.2. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee, maintaining a dynamic personal development plan.3. To demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and apply to work situations.4. To provide peer support to other carers.5. To develop competencies to enhance practice and ability to meet needs of patients and the service. Communication1. To establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and carers, incorporating motivation, encouragement and confidence building.2. To demonstrate an ability to communicate with patients/carers with complex needs, using clear and effective verbal/non-verbal communication.3. To gather and collate information to enable co-ordinator to plan interventions/liaison with others.4. To provide direct feedback to professionals as appropriate, and in a clear and concise way.5. To contribute to accurate and timely patient records, including data collection.6. To communicate and share information with DNs, GPs and SWs as necessary.8. Be able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives with communication difficulties i.e., deafness, blindness, learning difficulties.9. To provide feedback to co-ordinator in a clear and concise way. OrganisationalThe post holder will:1. Undertake mandatory training as required.2. Participate in a Personal Development Review process.3. Undertake Personal Development Plans for more junior staff members.4. Take part in clinical supervision as per Trust Policy.5. Follow Trust policies, and local procedures. 6. Ensure absence reporting is undertaken as determined by Team Leader and Trust Policy.7. Contribute to clinical audit as required.8. Complete the staff survey as required.9. Complete risk assessments and incident forms as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience
• Good general education
• Experience of working in a health or social care setting

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people, in the statutory/voluntary/private sector
• Evidence of ongoing learning
• Experience of lone working / decision making
• Experience of working with people at the End of life

Desirable

• Experience of working in people's homes

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
• Highly motivated

Desirable

• Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team roles
• Experience of working in a community setting

Communication

Essential

• Tact & diplomacy
• Empathy & sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Ability to manage stressful situations
• A team player
• Awareness of own limitations
• Good organisational skills
• Open to change and development

Personal Attributes / Behaviours

Essential

• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
• Able to show initiative
• Able to work alone
• Assertive
• Good listening skills

Other

Essential

• Be able to kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Be reliable
• Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 3 or equivalent knowledge and experience Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience Good general education Experience of working in a health or social care setting Experience Essential Experience of working with people, in the statutory/voluntary/private sector Evidence of ongoing learning Experience of lone working / decision making Experience of working with people at the End of life Desirable Experience of working in people's homes Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses Highly motivated Desirable Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team roles Experience of working in a community setting Communication Essential Tact & diplomacy Empathy & sensitivity Ability to use own initiative Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms Personal and People Development Essential Ability to manage stressful situations A team player Awareness of own limitations Good organisational skills Open to change and development Personal Attributes / Behaviours Essential Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults Able to show initiative Able to work alone Assertive Good listening skills Other Essential Be able to kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids Be reliable Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Wymondham Health Centre

Bridewell Street

Wymondham

NR18 0AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Wymondham Health Centre

Bridewell Street

Wymondham

NR18 0AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified Physiotherapist looking to gain experience in a rotational position? Or a current Physiotherapist who is looking to widen your knowledge and skills set?

East of England Community Health and Care are excited to offer this excellent opportunity as a Band 5 Rotational Physiotherapist. This rotational position offers experience in a wide variety of settings, including clinics, outpatients and rehab wards. The Trust is passionate about our staff's development and offers a wide range of internal training opportunities to support your development, some very specific to the location where you are based, others to develop your leadership skills going forward. You will also have an opportunity for CPD time, which are led by you as a group.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to join our integrated teams with experienced therapists and therapy assistants, who work closely alongside our nursing colleagues. There will be a requirement to travel to clinics and patients within the Community, therefore a valid driving licence and access to transport is essential.

To apply you will need to have a BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy and be registered with the HCPC or an undergraduate student nearing course completion (within the next 2 months). It is also open to those returning to practice.

Flexible working is possible. Weekend and evening working may be required as per the demands of the service.

Interviews will be held in person.

Main duties of the job

The Post Graduate Physiotherapist Rotational Scheme offers a broad base of clinical experience. Staff on the Rotation will be expected to work at any of the services on the scheme.

The duration of the rotations are 6 months and currently covers the following areas: -

• Community Rehabilitation - Various locations
• Willow Unit - New state-of-the-art centre
• Musculoskeletal outpatients
• Caroline House - Level 1 neurological rehabilitation unit providing specialist care and rehabilitation for patients with complex neurological injuries
• Stroke ESD
• Community Neurology
• Urgent Community Response Teams
• General In-Patient Rehabilitation

The rotations are based across various locations in Norfolk.

Please see detailed job description and prospectus for further information.

About us

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner within the established Willow Therapy Unit Therapy Team. The team provides inpatient reablement across a 48 bedded unit.

If you are passionate about working collaboratively with patients towards agreed goals, promoting independence and supporting discharge from hospital, this role could be for you. Assistant Practitioners work autonomously within the team to support and assess patients needs across both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy disciplines.

Please note this role includes shift working across a 7 day service including Bank Holidays.

Regrettably we are not able to offer sponsorship for this post. Interviews will be conducted face to face only.

Main duties of the job

To work within a reablement philosophy, using strengths-based assessments and actively promoting independence for the patients.

To support an environment where all team members are responsible for a reablement ethos using a positive risk-taking approach for patients, their carers and families.

To contribute in the delivery of high standards of health care to inpatients by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating packages of care.

Tosupport patients being as independent as possible within their functional limits.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team within a quality framework to ensure that the highest standards of care are met

To support and deliver innovation within discharge practice and pathways.

To work with system partners including the voluntary sector to ensure that patients experience a seamless transfer of care both into and onward from the unit.

Be responsible for the delivery and co-ordination of care to a named group of patients.

Work proactively within the team to achieve unit and trust goals and objectives.

Work with and promote recognised policies, protocols, and guidelines.

About us

Please note, the selection processes are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

With effect from the 1st April 2026 Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust has merged with Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust to form a new organisation: East of England Community Health & Care. The new Trust will provide a wide range of community health and social care services to over 4 million people, with a budget of circa £380 million and a workforce of over 7,000 people.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team within iCaSH Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes team as a Bank Psychosexual Counsellor covering 3 months of hours, either in a block or one month at a time.

Working across all sites at Bedford Kingsbrook, Grove View in Dunstable and Milton Keynes and remote working is also an option. You will be working within our multi-disciplinary team including clinical and outreach teams.

The post holder will work with theiCaSH Service Manager, iCaSH Psychosexual Counsellor colleagues and any other team members, to offer high-quality psychosexual support managing sexual dysfunction issues related to sexual health for Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes residents.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work with theiCaSH Service Manager, iCaSH Psychosexual Counsellor colleagues and any other team members, to offer high-quality psychosexual support managing sexual dysfunction issues related to sexual health for Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes residents.

The post holder will work with the iCaSH Service Manager to clarify referral routes for psychosexual therapy not offered by the integrated service.

The post holder will accept referrals from GPs, Consultants, Registrars, Specialist Nurses and from other health professionals as appropriate.

The post-holder will use skills of assessment and analysis in joint care planning with the client.

The therapeutic contract will be short-term and focused on the presenting sexual difficulty in the context of physical, emotional and mental health history.

Work as an effective team member, taking a shared approach to teamwork, recognising and valuing the roles of different people in the team and respond constructively to feedback from team members.

Undertake the process of assessment, diagnosis and analysis of each referral received.

Make use of and draw on the full range of assessment methods appropriate to the service, deciding the appropriate assessment methods for each case.

Use evidence base, clinical experience and multiple data sources to inform clinical formulations and differential diagnoses.

Undertake regular peer supervision related to case load.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Please be aware that East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust will never ask applicants to pay fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including job applications, sponsorship arrangements, or employment offers. All recruitment communications and job applications should only be made through our official careers website and published contact details.

If you receive a suspicious job offer or recruitment-related communication, do not make any payments, share personal information, or provide identity documents. We encourage you to report the matter to your local police or relevant law enforcement agency. Any concerns relating to potential recruitment fraud should also be reported to our Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

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

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

448-TWS-8307240

Job locations

iCaSH Bedfordshire

5 St Johns Street

Bedford

MK42 0AH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.

The post holder must at all times carry out his/her duties with regard to East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust Workforce Diversity and InclusionPolicy.

To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.

All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.

This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure of Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offender.

Job description Job responsibilities This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust. The post holder must at all times carry out his/her duties with regard to East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust Workforce Diversity and InclusionPolicy. To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff. All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures. This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure of Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offender.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Accredited Membership with a professional Counselling/Psychotherapy body
• Experience in 1:1 therapy in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• Clinical experience in Sexual Health or related fields

Experience

Essential

• Proven record of experience in assessment, care planning and delivery of psychotherapeutic interventions
• Proven record of experience and achievement in psychosexual care

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Analytical skills for case work assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
• Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others

Working within Professional Boundaries

Essential

• oAccepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Accredited Membership with a professional Counselling/Psychotherapy body Experience in 1:1 therapy in a healthcare setting Desirable Clinical experience in Sexual Health or related fields Experience Essential Proven record of experience in assessment, care planning and delivery of psychotherapeutic interventions Proven record of experience and achievement in psychosexual care Skills and Knowledge Essential Analytical skills for case work assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning Ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others Working within Professional Boundaries Essential oAccepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Bedfordshire

5 St Johns Street

Bedford

MK42 0AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Bedfordshire

5 St Johns Street

Bedford

MK42 0AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team within iCaSH Norwich working in a substantive 28.75 hour per week post as a Healthcare Assistant. You will be working within our multi-disciplinary team.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, enjoys providing excellent care and ensure patients are always put first. We want someone who wants to learn and develop.

Good time management skills and the ability to thrive in a busy environment are key. Excellent written & verbal communication abilities are a must. You will also maintain privacy, confidentiality, dignity, and ensure the patient is well looked after.

The post holder will support the delivery of healthcare for patients attending the integrated contraception and sexual health (iCaSH) service which is part of East of England Community Health & Care NHS Trust (EEC). This may include the supporting of patients who present with sexually transmitted infections, HIV/AIDS, contraception requirements and/or any other sexual health related problems.

Working Pattern: 28.5 hours to be worked over 08.30-18.15 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 08.30-19.30 Tuesday and Thursday and 08.45-12.30 Saturdays on rotation. Hours to be discussed at interview

Please note interviews will take place at iCaSH Norwich, 1a Oak Street, Norwich NR3 3AE

'If we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 29th September 2026'

Main duties of the job

To welcome patients and obtain relevant personal and clinical details as appropriate treating all such information as confidential.

Following training, and once signed off as competent, to act as a chaperone and assist nurses/doctors to undertake intimate examinations/procedures on patients.

To provide information to patients as appropriate who attend the department and to those who are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection/HIV or require contraception advice, risk reduction advice and condom demonstration.

Provide a phlebotomy service for patients attending the services.

To support health promotion events when requested.

To be non-judgemental to all client groups regardless of age/ethnicity/religion.

To undertake non-clinical duties in support of the admin team, for example undertake call taking and reception cover, registering patients and booking, support data collection and or general patient and non-patient administration.

Hold the Care Certificate and deliver the associated standards of care or undertake the training at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-AMB-8312162

Job locations

iCaSH Norwich

Rowan House, Colman Hospital, Unthank Rd

Norwich

NR2 2PJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder must at all times, carry out his/her duties with regard to EEC NHS Trust Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.

This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.

To welcome patients and obtain relevant personal and clinical details as appropriate treating all such information as confidential.

Following training, and once signed off as competent, to act as a chaperone and assist nurses/doctors to undertake intimate examinations/procedures on patients.

To provide information to patients as appropriate who attend the department and to those who are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection/HIV or require contraception advice, risk reduction advice and condom demonstration.

Provide a phlebotomy service for patients attending the services.

To support health promotion events when requested.

To be non-judgemental to all client groups regardless of age/ethnicity/religion.

To undertake non-clinical duties in support of the admin team, for example undertake call taking and reception cover, registering patients and booking, support data collection and or general patient and non-patient administration.

Hold the Care Certificate and deliver the associated standards of care or undertake the training at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder must at all times, carry out his/her duties with regard to EEC NHS Trust Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Policy. To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff. All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures. This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust. To welcome patients and obtain relevant personal and clinical details as appropriate treating all such information as confidential. Following training, and once signed off as competent, to act as a chaperone and assist nurses/doctors to undertake intimate examinations/procedures on patients. To provide information to patients as appropriate who attend the department and to those who are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection/HIV or require contraception advice, risk reduction advice and condom demonstration. Provide a phlebotomy service for patients attending the services. To support health promotion events when requested. To be non-judgemental to all client groups regardless of age/ethnicity/religion. To undertake non-clinical duties in support of the admin team, for example undertake call taking and reception cover, registering patients and booking, support data collection and or general patient and non-patient administration. Hold the Care Certificate and deliver the associated standards of care or undertake the training at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of good standard of general education including basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.
• Willingness to undertake further education and training /learn new skills as required.

Desirable

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation (STIF) course - Core.
• Adult Basic Life Support (in date).

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health care environment.
• Experience of working with the public.
• Basic knowledge of and experience of IT systems such as Microsoft Office (2005 pr newer) Word, Excel, Outlook and internet navigation.

Desirable

• Recent experience of working in a sexual and reproductive health service or equivalent
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with IDOX LILIE clinical system.

Skils

Essential

• Able to perform the full range of duties the role requires and dexterity to perform clinical duties.
• Capable of using equipment within a work environment following training.
• Competent in phlebotomy/venepuncture.

Desirable

• Experience of reading and interpreting microscopy slides, and ability to appropriately document associated findings if required by the service

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of good standard of general education including basic literacy and numeracy skills. Care Certificate or willingness to undertake at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post. Willingness to undertake further education and training /learn new skills as required. Desirable Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent. Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation (STIF) course - Core. Adult Basic Life Support (in date). Experience Essential Experience of working in a health care environment. Experience of working with the public. Basic knowledge of and experience of IT systems such as Microsoft Office (2005 pr newer) Word, Excel, Outlook and internet navigation. Desirable Recent experience of working in a sexual and reproductive health service or equivalent Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience working with IDOX LILIE clinical system. Skils Essential Able to perform the full range of duties the role requires and dexterity to perform clinical duties. Capable of using equipment within a work environment following training. Competent in phlebotomy/venepuncture. Desirable Experience of reading and interpreting microscopy slides, and ability to appropriately document associated findings if required by the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Norwich

Rowan House, Colman Hospital, Unthank Rd

Norwich

NR2 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Norwich

Rowan House, Colman Hospital, Unthank Rd

Norwich

NR2 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Exciting opportunity - Come and join us.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the North Urgent Community Response Team. We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant who enjoys the diversity and variety of caring for patients in crises within their own home, as well as supporting people to have the best possible quality end of life care.

Main duties of the job

This role involves providing personal care, wound care, providing prescribed equipment and working alongside colleagues to respond to service needs. Good communication and collaboration as part of the Urgent Community Response nursing and therapy team is essential. You will have regular supervision and professional development opportunities.

Urgent Community Response is a short term service, we make people safe and refer them on to other appropriate services as needed. Our focus is primarily admission avoidance to secondary care, keeping people safe in their own homes, including people at the end of their life, and also supporting discharges from secondary care or in-patient units.

Urgent Community Response also offers opportunities with working in our Virtual Ward Service to support acutely unwell patients in their own home with virtual monitoring and phlebotomy.

About us

We are recruiting an additional Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to the Urgent Community Response team at this Outstanding organisation. Working alongside our existing HCAs, our nurses and therapists, you will assist in ensuring the continued successful delivery of this service.

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

839- 8306868-JH

Job locations

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties & Responsibilities.As part of the Urgent Community Response Team, you will be required:

To contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.

To work within the Urgent Community Response Team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital

To work within the Urgent Community Response Team to support earlydischarge from hospital

To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agenciesto provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties & Responsibilities.As part of the Urgent Community Response Team, you will be required: To contribute to the delivery of care pathways for patients with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible. To work within the Urgent Community Response Team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital To work within the Urgent Community Response Team to support earlydischarge from hospital To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agenciesto provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Good general education, including GCSE Grace C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Additional Competencies in woundcare
• Completed relevant palliative education / skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Experience of working within a health or social care setting
• Able to Communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written form
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work as part of a team
• Highly motivated
• Able to provide high standards of care
• Tact and diplomacy
• Empathy and sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Awareness of the need to escalate to senior staff
• Good observational and reporting skills
• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs

Desirable

• Experience of working within a community care setting
• Knowledge of SystmOne
• Experience of end of life care

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional appearance
• The ability to: kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
• Be reliable

Desirable

• Awareness of UCR service
• Experience of working within a MDT

Other

Essential

• The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations if necessary. Some roles require additional levels of checks as part of the employment process i.e. roles which come into contact with children, vulnerable adults or their families
• Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as required
• This is a 7 day a week service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery are 8am-8pm 365 days per year

Desirable

• Well written, personalised application

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3, or equivalent knowledge and experience Good general education, including GCSE Grace C in English and Maths Desirable Additional Competencies in woundcare Completed relevant palliative education / skills Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Essential Experience of working within a health or social care setting Able to Communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written form Good interpersonal skills Able to work as part of a team Highly motivated Able to provide high standards of care Tact and diplomacy Empathy and sensitivity Ability to use own initiative Awareness of the need to escalate to senior staff Good observational and reporting skills Ability to manage stressful situations Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs Desirable Experience of working within a community care setting Knowledge of SystmOne Experience of end of life care Personal Qualities Essential Professional appearance The ability to: kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg Manoeuvre patients using handling aids Be reliable Desirable Awareness of UCR service Experience of working within a MDT Other Essential The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations if necessary. Some roles require additional levels of checks as part of the employment process i.e. roles which come into contact with children, vulnerable adults or their families Must hold full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle Be able to make own travel arrangements to patients, clinics, base and meetings as required This is a 7 day a week service and some weekend working will be expected. Hours of service delivery are 8am-8pm 365 days per year Desirable Well written, personalised application

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

1 Mill Close

Aylsham

NR11 6LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Exciting opportunity - Come and join us.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the expanding Urgent Community Response Team. We are looking for Healthcare Assistants who enjoy the diversity and variety of caring for patients in crises within their own home, as well as supporting people to have the best possible quality end of life care.

Main duties of the job

This role involves providing personal care, meal preparation and medication support, wound care, prompting prescribed exercise programmes, providing prescribed equipment and completing night-sits. Good communication and collaboration as part of the Urgent Community Response nursing and therapy team is essential. You will have regular supervision and professional development opportunities.

Urgent Community Response is a short term service, we make people safe and refer them on to other appropriate services as needed. Our focus is primarily admission avoidance to secondary care, keeping people safe in their own homes, including people at the end of their life, and also supporting discharges from secondary care or in-patient units.

The role also supports community Nursing teams with Wound care and injections.

About us

We are recruiting additional Band 3 Healthcare Assistants to the Urgent Community Response team at this Outstanding organisation. Working alongside our existing HCAs, our nurses and therapists, you will assist in ensuring the continued successful delivery of this service.

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Job summary

Specialist Physiotherapist MSK Band 6

We have a full time fixed term contract band 6 vacancy for 12 months at the Princess of Wales Hospital in Ely, however there may also be requirement to work at Brookfield Hospital in Cambridge.

We are looking for a clinician who has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, likes working in a team and wants to provide the best they can to their patients. You will receive regular mentorship and clinical supervision to ensure that you maximise your personal potential within our team.

The applicant should have substantial post graduate experience in musculoskeletal outpatients.

Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 24th September 2026

Main duties of the job

To assist in the management of the day-to-day clinical and administrative services of the team to ensure that a proficient and effective service is provided to all patients.

To undertake advanced assessment and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal problems that may have complex and or chronic presentation and to determine clinical diagnosis and physiotherapy treatment indicated, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

To undertake clinical duties in a number of ways which may include face to face consultations, virtual consultations and Group settings.

Specialist assessment and treatment of patients as part of the multidisciplinary team, working towards maintaining a high standard of service in designated areas, independently responsible for own caseload and area of responsibility. Responsible for managing, prioritising and delegating this clinical caseload.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Please be aware that East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust will never ask applicants to pay fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including job applications, sponsorship arrangements, or employment offers. All recruitment communications and job applications should only be made through our official careers website and published contact details.

If you receive a suspicious job offer or recruitment-related communication, do not make any payments, share personal information, or provide identity documents. We encourage you to report the matter to your local police or relevant law enforcement agency. Any concerns relating to potential recruitment fraud should also be reported to our Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-AMB-8298540

Job locations

Dynamic Health - Cambridge and Ely

Princess of Wales Hospital, Lynne Road, Ely

Ely

CB6 1DN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical

To be professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care.

To ensure high standards of clinical care for patients and support more junior members of staff to do likewise. At all times post-holder will work within HCPC, CSP and PCT guidelines.

Evaluate and prioritise the referrals received based on clinical need and communication with the referring party. In complex cases this may be in conjunction with a highly specialist Physiotherapy staff member.

To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with a complex and multiple presentation, using investigative and analytical skills, and to formulate individualised management and treatment plans using clinical reasoning and utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options to formulate a specialised programme of care.

To interpret and analyse clinical and non-clinical facts to form accurate diagnosis and prognoses in a wide range of complex conditions and to recommend the best course of intervention, developing comprehensive discharge plans where appropriate.

To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory senses for assessment and manual treatment of patients.

To accept clinical responsibility for a caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.

To treat patients in group settings of up to 15 patients. To be responsible for assessing suitability of patients for group treatment and on-going monitoring of individuals within the group and to be able to conduct similar groups.

To actively participate in working groups, clinical governance sessions and to contribute to the development of policy changes within musculoskeletal care that will impact on all service users.

To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction and training to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care.

To co-ordinate and ensure effective delivery of physiotherapy services GP clinics / surgeries if required by the business manager.

To be competent and safe in the use of gym equipment and walking aids.To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up to date documentation in line with legal and departmental requirements.

Professional

To maintain own clinical professional development by keeping abreast of new developments through self-motivated reading and research and incorporate them as necessary into your own work. The post-holder should show evidence of being a reflective practitioner.

To undertake the measurement and evaluation of current practices through the use and application of evidence-based practice, clinical audit, research and outcome measures.

To demonstrate leadership when contributing to the co-ordination of an in-service training programme as required.To attend and actively contribute to any meetings as required.

Organisational

To demonstrate leadership and be responsible for a designated area of work as agreed with the Departmental Lead / Supervisor and to plan and organise efficiently and effectively with regard to patient management and use of time. This includes deciding on priorities for own work area, balancing other patient related and professional demands (plans will often need to be adjusted at short notice due to staff availability or patient demand).

To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including prompt recording (E.g.- DATIX) and reporting of incidents / accidents to senior staff and ensuring that equipment use is safe.To be actively involved in the collection of appropriate data and statistics as required.

To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating as appropriate.

To undertake other duties that may be required or are requested by the Departmental Lead or the Business Manager.

Communication

To communicate clinical information empathetically in an understandable way to patients and to assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain co-operation and valid informed consent for treatment. Effective communication requires use of verbal and non-verbal tools to maximise rehabilitation potential, often with unmotivated patients. This can include patients where there are barriers to effective communication e.g. loss of hearing, altered perception, pain, fear etc.

To communicate effectively with consultants, doctors, nurse practitioners, physiotherapists from other trusts and other Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) who have referred patients or are involved with the patients care. This can be direct communication or in the form of discharge / progress reports.

To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service.

Contribute to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust internal communication strategies ensuring effective two-way communication and engagement within the organisation.

Contribute to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust external communication strategies working with the Head of Communications to raise awareness and promote the reputation of East Of England Community Health and Care Trust services. Patient and Public Engagement

To contribute to ensuring that East Of England Community Health and Care Trust responsibilities to engage and consult with patients and the public are met in line with statutory requirements.

People Management

To train, supervise and performance manage more junior staff and assistants. This will include the use of formal appraisal documentation. To demonstrate compassionate leadership when supporting.

To act as Clinical Supervisor for undergraduate physiotherapists. This involves teaching, organisation, supervision, role modelling, learning contracts, evaluation and assessment of their abilities by grading according to the learning institutes specifications.

To partake in clinical supervision according to service guidelines.Provide yearly formal appraisals for junior staff (as designated) with intermediate reviews to assess progress towards their objectives.

To assist in the selection and interviewing process for new junior staff as required.

To maintain own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process.

Clinical and Practice Governance

To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to the work situation.

To be an active member of the Clinical Governance programme by the attendance and delivering of presentations / teaching sessions if required and by attending external courses if deemed necessary.

Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient / family / staff / records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.

Any data that is taken / shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.

The post holder must adhere to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust risk assessment and risk management processes.

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures.It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration.

Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by East Of England Community Health and Care Trust.

The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required.

The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities: Clinical To be professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care. To ensure high standards of clinical care for patients and support more junior members of staff to do likewise. At all times post-holder will work within HCPC, CSP and PCT guidelines. Evaluate and prioritise the referrals received based on clinical need and communication with the referring party. In complex cases this may be in conjunction with a highly specialist Physiotherapy staff member. To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with a complex and multiple presentation, using investigative and analytical skills, and to formulate individualised management and treatment plans using clinical reasoning and utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options to formulate a specialised programme of care. To interpret and analyse clinical and non-clinical facts to form accurate diagnosis and prognoses in a wide range of complex conditions and to recommend the best course of intervention, developing comprehensive discharge plans where appropriate. To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory senses for assessment and manual treatment of patients. To accept clinical responsibility for a caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time. To treat patients in group settings of up to 15 patients. To be responsible for assessing suitability of patients for group treatment and on-going monitoring of individuals within the group and to be able to conduct similar groups. To actively participate in working groups, clinical governance sessions and to contribute to the development of policy changes within musculoskeletal care that will impact on all service users. To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction and training to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care. To co-ordinate and ensure effective delivery of physiotherapy services GP clinics / surgeries if required by the business manager. To be competent and safe in the use of gym equipment and walking aids.To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up to date documentation in line with legal and departmental requirements. Professional To maintain own clinical professional development by keeping abreast of new developments through self-motivated reading and research and incorporate them as necessary into your own work. The post-holder should show evidence of being a reflective practitioner. To undertake the measurement and evaluation of current practices through the use and application of evidence-based practice, clinical audit, research and outcome measures. To demonstrate leadership when contributing to the co-ordination of an in-service training programme as required.To attend and actively contribute to any meetings as required. Organisational To demonstrate leadership and be responsible for a designated area of work as agreed with the Departmental Lead / Supervisor and to plan and organise efficiently and effectively with regard to patient management and use of time. This includes deciding on priorities for own work area, balancing other patient related and professional demands (plans will often need to be adjusted at short notice due to staff availability or patient demand). To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including prompt recording (E.g.- DATIX) and reporting of incidents / accidents to senior staff and ensuring that equipment use is safe.To be actively involved in the collection of appropriate data and statistics as required. To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating as appropriate. To undertake other duties that may be required or are requested by the Departmental Lead or the Business Manager. Communication To communicate clinical information empathetically in an understandable way to patients and to assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain co-operation and valid informed consent for treatment. Effective communication requires use of verbal and non-verbal tools to maximise rehabilitation potential, often with unmotivated patients. This can include patients where there are barriers to effective communication e.g. loss of hearing, altered perception, pain, fear etc. To communicate effectively with consultants, doctors, nurse practitioners, physiotherapists from other trusts and other Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) who have referred patients or are involved with the patients care. This can be direct communication or in the form of discharge / progress reports. To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service. Contribute to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust internal communication strategies ensuring effective two-way communication and engagement within the organisation. Contribute to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust external communication strategies working with the Head of Communications to raise awareness and promote the reputation of East Of England Community Health and Care Trust services. Patient and Public Engagement To contribute to ensuring that East Of England Community Health and Care Trust responsibilities to engage and consult with patients and the public are met in line with statutory requirements. People Management To train, supervise and performance manage more junior staff and assistants. This will include the use of formal appraisal documentation. To demonstrate compassionate leadership when supporting. To act as Clinical Supervisor for undergraduate physiotherapists. This involves teaching, organisation, supervision, role modelling, learning contracts, evaluation and assessment of their abilities by grading according to the learning institutes specifications. To partake in clinical supervision according to service guidelines.Provide yearly formal appraisals for junior staff (as designated) with intermediate reviews to assess progress towards their objectives. To assist in the selection and interviewing process for new junior staff as required. To maintain own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process. Clinical and Practice Governance To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to the work situation. To be an active member of the Clinical Governance programme by the attendance and delivering of presentations / teaching sessions if required and by attending external courses if deemed necessary. Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient / family / staff / records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. Any data that is taken / shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies. The post holder must adhere to East Of England Community Health and Care Trust risk assessment and risk management processes. The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures.It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration. Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by East Of England Community Health and Care Trust. The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required. The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC Registration
• Physiotherapy degree
• Evidence of post graduate courses and CPD

Desirable

• Relevant clinical courses

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post graduate MSK experience

Desirable

• Supervisory skills
• Previous NHS experience

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Expert knowledge
• Presentation skills
• Reflective Practice

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential HCPC Registration Physiotherapy degree Evidence of post graduate courses and CPD Desirable Relevant clinical courses Experience Essential Substantial post graduate MSK experience Desirable Supervisory skills Previous NHS experience Knowledge & Skills Essential Knowledge of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Desirable Expert knowledge Presentation skills Reflective Practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Dynamic Health - Cambridge and Ely

Princess of Wales Hospital, Lynne Road, Ely

Ely

CB6 1DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Dynamic Health - Cambridge and Ely

Princess of Wales Hospital, Lynne Road, Ely

Ely

CB6 1DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Home First Hub is an integrated discharge team working with our Acute hospitals across Norfolk to support patients through their discharge home, community inpatient unit or to residential placement.

It is a multidisciplinary team of clinical and social professionals dedicated to patient recovery and wellbeing. EEC is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our team in providing reablement assessment to a specific cohort of patients across a 5 day service Monday to Friday.

This role will focus on patients who are not able to immediately return home or enter a community in patient unit but require a period of recovery, reablement, and assessment to understand their long term needs and goals. It will involve linking with our team at Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital and visiting patients in their short term placements in residential homes across Norfolk. The specific cohort of patients will be those predominantly with cognitive impairment

Applications for full time hours are welcomed. Part time hours may be considered as part of a job share.

Main duties of the job

To contribute to the delivery of high standards of health care to patients within care homes by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating packages of care.

Be responsible for delivery of care in a reablement and recovery setting.

To support an environment where all team members are responsible for a reablement ethos using a positive risk-taking approach for patients, their carers and families.

To support patients being as independent as possible within their functional limits.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team within a quality framework to ensure that the highest standards of care are met.

To support and deliver innovation within discharge practice and pathways.

To work with system partners including the voluntary sector to ensure that patients experience is a seamless transfer of care back home or to a long term placement.

Be responsible for the delivery and co-ordination of care to a named group of patients.

Work proactively within the team to achieve unit and trust goals and objectives.

Work with and promote recognised policies, protocols, and guidelines.

Work with HFH team to identify opportunities for learning and improvement specific to this patient cohort.

About us

Find out more about working for our organisation here:

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Please note, the selection processes at East of England Community Health and Care Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills.

Please note we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Job summary

Are you a passionate Dietitian looking to make a real difference to the lives of children and families? We are seeking an enthusiastic HCPC Registered Dietitian to join our friendly Community Paediatric Dietetic Team, delivering specialist nutritional care across Luton and South Bedfordshire.

Read on as this role might be of interest to you.

You will work within our friendly Paediatric team delivering both virtual and face to face clinics to a varied caseload and deliver group sessions to families.

The role includes training to other health care professionals, covering subjects such as cow's milk allergy and feeding difficulties. In addition, you will also be involved in supporting the Food First team on the appropriate prescribing of Paediatric nutritional products.

Previous Paediatric experience is desirable but not essential, we may consider a candidate who can demonstrate a willingness to build on existing dietetic skills.

The successful candidate would be joining an experienced Paediatric team who would provide regular clinical supervision.

Why not click on the link to the Job Description and find out more about the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Should we receive a high number of applications; we reserve the right to close the vacancy after 22nd September 2026

Main duties of the job

About the Role

You will:

Deliver face-to-face and virtual community clinics for children and young people.

Support families with evidence-based nutritional advice and personalised care plans.

Contribute to group education programmes and resource development.

Work closely with GPs, community teams and other healthcare professionals to optimise nutritional care and prescribing.

Participate in audit, service improvement and student supervision activities.

We will offer: