Job summary

BSW Acute Hospital Alliance Procurement service is an NHS procurement service hosted by Salisbury NHSFT providing strategic, tactical, transactional, and Supply Chain services across the 3 acute trusts and community in the ICS: Royal United Hospital Bath NHSFT, Great Western Hospitals NHSFT and Salisbury NHSFT.

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for the appointment of a dynamic, focused, and forward thinking individual to support the BSW Acute Hospital Alliance being based either in Bath, Swindon, or Salisbury Acute Hospital locations.

This exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a demanding yet rewarding procurement environment dealing with Clinical products products in a responsive, and professional service for our multiple Trust stakeholders.

The team has recently undergone a restructuring and refocusing on ICS strategic and collaborative procurement and the post holder will be assigned to a specific category.

This is a full-time post (37.5 hours per week) the location is flexible and can be either based at RUH Bath NHSFT, Salisbury NHSFT or Great Western Hospitals NHSFT in Swindon.

Interviews will be held in person at one of the Acute Trusts

Please Note: We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

Main duties of the job

This is an important procurement role which requires robust stakeholder engagement skills, knowledge and expertise.

The post holder will have a working knowledge of Public Sector procurement and contracting and should be able to demonstrate a track record of running end-to-end procurement or tenders. Ideally the candidate will be CIPS level 4 qualified.

The role also requires an individual with commercial acumen and the ability to successfully represent the Procurement function at meetings. These will take place both virtually and via frequent attendance at multiple Trust sites.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their ability to meet the Trusts core values and should be able to evidence commitment to continuous professional development.

The post holder will need to contribute to the procurement functions standardisation, collaboration and continual improvement drives, to deliver an improved ICS in which value for money is obtained from all supplier expenditure.

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

About us

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is part of the Bath, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Hospitals Group, alongside Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Together, we are committed to delivering outstanding, sustainable healthcare through collaboration, innovation and excellent patient care.With a history spanning more than 250 years, SFT combines a proud heritage with a forward-looking approach to healthcare. We employ more than 4,000 staff, provide around 470 beds and deliver acute, specialist and regional services across Wiltshire and beyond.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where colleagues feel valued, developed and empowered to reach their potential. Flexible working helps colleagues balance work and personal commitments while meeting the needs of patients.We offer NHS benefits including the NHS Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, staff discounts and onsite facilities.Salisbury offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a historic city with beautiful countryside, access to the south coast and excellent transport links. Find out more at Experience Salisbury.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• CIPS level 4
• HND in Business
• Public Procurement Experience
• Category Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Negotiation - commercial experience

Desirable

• 2:1 relevant degree
• NHS Experience
• Project Management

Job summary

We are looking for a experienced administrator to support our maternity teams. The post holder will provide essential administrative support for the day-to-day management of maternity rosters and elective caesarean section (ELCS) pathways. You will be a key point of contact for routine rota and elective CS administration, the role supports safe staffing and effective patient pathways through accurate data management, coordination, and communication.

The post holder will undertake operational administrative tasks includingrecording sickness, finalising shifts, maintaining roster accuracy, andsupporting the booking and management of elective caesarean lists. If you have a skill set matches this description then we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide essential administrative support for the day-to-daymanagement of maternity rosters and elective caesarean section (ELCS)pathways. Acting as a key point of contact for routine rota and elective CSadministration, the role supports safe staffing and effective patient pathwaysthrough accurate data management, coordination, and communication.The post holder will undertake operational administrative tasks includingrecording sickness, finalising shifts, maintaining roster accuracy, andsupporting the booking and management of elective caesarean lists. The postholder is not responsible for strategic staffing decisions and will escalateconcerns, risks, and unresolved issues to the Rota Coordinator, WorkforceSystems Officer, Band 7 Team Leads, or Senior Leadership Team asappropri

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide essential administrative support for the day-to-daymanagement of maternity rosters and elective caesarean section (ELCS)pathways. Acting as a key point of contact for routine rota and elective CSadministration, the role supports safe staffing and effective patient pathwaysthrough accurate data management, coordination, and communication.The post holder will undertake operational administrative tasks includingrecording sickness, finalising shifts, maintaining roster accuracy, andsupporting the booking and management of elective caesarean lists. The post

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Vocational Level 4 or Higher National Diploma Qualification or equivalent experience
• Knowledge/understanding of a range of administrative procedures requiring on- going job training and experience

Desirable

• Experience of Medical Staffing Rosters
• Evidence of further development

Knowledge and expereince

Essential

• Experience of working to tight deadlines
• o Experience in meeting operational objectives
• Ability to liaise with Maternity staff confidently and with credibility

Desirable

• Awareness of hospital practices
• Experience of coordinating staff rota
• Previous experience in NHS

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).

Job summary

Come and make a difference and be part of the dedicated Endoscopy team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath.

In this role, you will play a key part in the day to day running of endoscopy appointments including managing patient queries, general queries and booking appointments.

This role involves contact with patients, relatives and members of the general public, and you'll be part of a team that strives to provide an efficient and friendly appointment service to all.

If you have the skills we're looking for and would like to help us provide an excellent service for our patients, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for managing your own workload on a daily basis, this includes:o Working independently to ensure waiting lists are updated and appointments are booked efficientlyo The timely prioritisation and triage of referrals (including liaison withmultidisciplinary clinical teams)o Maintaining accurate pending lists for appointmentso Providing accurate monthly waiting time datao Checking for anomalies and spreadsheets to ensure all referrals are actionedo Requesting patient notes from the RUH and other hospitalso Undertaking all administrative tasks including scanning paperwork, emailing and filling.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information for this role.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Strong IT skills, including use of patient administration systems such as Cerner, Millennium, PAS, eRS, or similar NHS systems
• Knowledge of NHS waiting list targets and patient pathways

Desirable

• Experience managing patient appointments, referrals, and follow-up bookings
• Previous administrative experience within an NHS or healthcare setting

Criteria

Essential

• Understanding of NHS waiting list targets and patient pathways.

Desirable

• Previous administrative experience within an NHS or healthcare setting.

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).

Job summary

Head of Midwifery and Neonatal Services

Are you an experienced and passionate leader in perinatal services ready to take the next step in your career? Great Western Hospital is seeking a dynamic Head of Midwifery and Neonatal Services to provide operational leadership across our perinatal services.

With 3,800 births per year and an 18-cot Local Neonatal Unit, our service plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, safe, and compassionate care to families in Swindon and beyond. This role is crucial in supporting the Director of Midwifery and Neonatal Services, ensuring compliance with national strategy, and driving quality improvements. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues across the Bath, Swindon, and Wiltshire Maternity and Neonatal System, helping to shape the future of regional perinatal care.

If you're a strategic leader with a strong background in midwifery or neonatal services and a passion for service development, we'd love to hear from you.Join us and make a real impact on the future of maternity and neonatal care.

Main duties of the job

This is a senior leadership role in which the post holder will be responsible for operational direction and provision of management of midwifery and Neonatal services.

They will ensure delivery of consistently high standards of care, patient experience and satisfaction, and ensure that divisional and corporate objectives in relation to the workforce, service delivery, quality improvement, clinical quality, safety, and leadership are carried out.

The responsibility includes covering for board assurance and quality committee reports and presenting them in the absence of the DoMN.The post holder will develop, maintain, and provide assurance on clinical and operational governance systems and processes, CQC standards, clinical policies and procedures, clinical quality, health and safety, patient experience, complaint systems and resolution, incident reporting and resolution, contractual quality measures and safeguarding.

The post holder will act as a key member of the Divisional Management Team contributing fully to the development delivery and achievement of the group's objectives with the ability to deputise for the Directorof Midwifery and Neonatal Services as required.

The post holder will participate in a senior manager on call rota for maternity and neonatal services.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will assist the Director of Midwifery and Neonatal Services (DoMN) in the development of the professional midwifery and neonatal nursing agenda to achieve consistency of practice, high standards of care and innovation with a strong patient safety focus.

Please see attached the full Job Description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Midwife or Nurse NMC Registered Practitioner
• Degree in Midwifery or Nursing
• Masters level study in a Health Related Subject (or working towards)
• Evidence of recent post registration continuous professional development/qualification

Desirable

• Project Management/Service Improvement Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in a senior midwifery or nursing position at Band 8a or above and currently working in a leadership role
• Experience of midwifery practice in hospital and community settings
• High degree of professional development
• Can demonstrate expertise in midwifery or nursing practice
• Experience in writing reports/presenting information internally/externally in a timely manner to a range of Senior Managers
• Demonstrable experience of leading change and problem solving in clinical settings, patient care and experience
• Experience of working on own initiative and as part of a team working with local and external terms, acting as an ambassador of a speciality

Desirable

• Evidence and experience in delivering midwifery operational and strategic performance including strategic safe staffing and skill mix reviews, infection control, risk management, complaints, and adverse incidents across a range of services
• Experience in setting and achieving objectives/KPI's
• Previous publication of own work
• Previous experience of clinical research or audit
• Previous experience of working with pre and post registration students of multiple disciplines

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).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Senior Sister to lead Robin Smith Ward, a busy and dynamic emergency and elective surgical ward. We are looking for an inspiring clinical leader with a passion for delivering high-quality patient care, supporting staff development, and driving continuous improvement. As Senior Sister, you will play a key role in leading a dedicated multidisciplinary team, managing operational performance, and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care to our surgical patients. If you are a forward-thinking nurse with excellent leadership skills and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the surgical ward.

• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and positive patient experience.

• Manage staffing, rostering, recruitment, performance and staff development.
• Lead on patient safety, clinical governance, risk and quality improvement.
• Support effective patient flow, bed management and timely discharges.Investigate incidents and complaints and implement learning.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve excellent patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage ward resources efficiently and contribute to service improvement initiatives

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the surgical ward.

• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and positive patient experience.

• Manage staffing, rostering, recruitment, performance and staff development.
• Lead on patient safety, clinical governance, risk and quality improvement.
• Support effective patient flow, bed management and timely discharges.Investigate incidents and complaints and implement learning.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve excellent patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage ward resources efficiently and contribute to service improvement initiatives

Person Specification

Leadership

Essential

• Leadership experience/ Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience within an acute surgical setting

Workforce

Essential

• Experience of workforce management including rostering, sickness and performance management

Communication

Essential

• Excellent communication, organisational and decision making skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant band 6 experience within a clinical setting

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).

Job summary

Hello, my name is Erica Apps, and I am the Lead Nurse for the Pain Speciality at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust.

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Band 3 Health Care Support Worker in our Specialist Pain Services. The Pain Service is a specialist team working with people with complex chronic pain.

This role is unique and will be an interesting career development for people at any point in their working lives. The role involves working evenings, nights and weekends to support the patients during their specialist pain rehabilitation.

You will be based in Bernard Ireland House (E2) at the RUH within this department we have accommodation for the patients accessing the specialist pain rehabilitation programmes.

We are a professional and supportive team. We understand the pressures that we all face, and we work together to provide outstanding care to all our patients.

If you are interested in this role and would like further information, I would be very happy to welcome you for an informal visit. You can meet the team and talk through the role in more detail and I will answer any questions you may have.

To arrange this please contact me either by telephone:01225 821996or by email:[email protected] this is something that you would like to do

Main duties of the job

Your responsibilities will include supporting our patients with personal care and activities of daily living whilst also maintaining running of the accommodation and clinic/therapy rooms.

You will be supporting patients and will be making a difference to their independence in the presence of pain and distress which is challenging for many of our patients on a day to day basis.

You will help provide emotional support to both our patients and the people that are close to them, assist in providing management behaviour techniques and deliver the best care possible to our patients who have significant pain and pain associated disabilities

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To deliver high quality care in line with the Pain Speciality ethos.

To assist patients with significant physical pain disability using manual handling techniques as required by Trust policy.

To deliver this care under the guidance of the Interdisciplinary team in the Pain Speciality.

To recognise and report to the clinical team any changes to patients behaviour/ condition

To maintain accurate records using the trust computer systems.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to understand and communicate in English both verbally and written
• Basic IT skills to access required systems e.g. electronic patient records

Desirable

• Previous experience of using with NHS computer systems.

Skills

Essential

• Experience of working within a team
• Experience of caring for patients with chronic pain

Desirable

• NHS experience

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).

Job summary

Are you a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a dynamic and rewarding role? Join our Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU), where no two days are the same and you'll have the opportunity to care for patients across a wide range of surgical specialties.

Our busy 16-bedded unit provides rapid assessment, treatment and ongoing care for patients requiring acute surgical intervention. We care for patients across General Surgery, Urology, ENT, Maxillofacial and Orthopaedic specialties, offering an excellent opportunity to develop a broad range of clinical skills and experience.

Alongside the ward, we operate a Surgical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service, enabling patients to receive timely assessment, investigation and treatment without the need for an overnight stay whenever appropriate. This fast-paced environment requires strong clinical skills, excellent teamwork and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centred care.

As part of our dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality care, supporting patients through often complex and challenging circumstances. You'll work closely with surgical teams and allied health professionals to ensure patients receive safe, effective and compassionate care throughout their journey.

Our unit offers an exciting opportunity for nurses who thrive in a busy setting, enjoy variety in their work and are passionate about providing the highest standards of care.

Main duties of the job

Acting as a Named Nurse, to maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within the framework of team nursing.-

To coordinate the patients' discharge arrangements in accordance with the RUH Discharge Policy.-

To promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals.

To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.

To provide information which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthy lifestyle.

To complete patient documentation to Trust standard.

To maintain a safe ward/department environment.

To assist in establishing and monitoring protocols/care pathways.

To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication.

To ensure patient confidentiality.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

essential

Essential

• NMC registration

desirable

Desirable

• 1 year experience on a surgical ward

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).

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal United Hospitals Bath as a Band 7 Specialist Critical Care Dietitian on a fixed-term maternity cover basis.

As the clinical lead for dietetics within Critical Care, you will provide expert nutritional assessment and management for critically ill patients, working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. You will manage a complex caseload, supporting patients throughout their critical care journey and ensuring nutrition interventions are evidence-based, individualised and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to combine high quality clinical practice with leadership, education and service improvement. In addition to delivering specialist patient care, you will support the ongoing development of the Critical Care Dietetic Service, contribute to quality improvement and research activities, and provide leadership and line management support within the wider dietetic team. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and adaptable dietitian who is passionate about critical care nutrition and is keen to make a meaningful contribution during this maternity leave cover period. Whether you are an established Band 7 or an experienced Band 6 looking for your next challenge, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

You'll be joining a supportive and progressive Adult Therapies team with strong links across Critical Care, Nutrition Support and the wider MDT.

• Lead the delivery of the specialist dietetic service within Critical Care during a period of maternity leave cover.
• Manage a highly specialised caseload of critically ill patients requiring complex nutritional assessment, intervention and monitoring.
• Act as the expert nutrition practitioner within the Critical Care multidisciplinary team, attending ward rounds and contributing to complex clinical decision-making.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised nutrition support plans, including oral, enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Provide expert advice and support to patients, relatives and healthcare professionals on all aspects of nutritional management in Critical Care.
• Lead and contribute to audit, quality improvement, service evaluation and research activities that improve patient outcomes and service effectiveness.
• Support the development and implementation of clinical guidelines, pathways and standards to ensure services reflect current best practice.
• Provide education, supervision and mentorship to junior dietetic staff, students and members of the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support service leadership activities, including workforce development, governance, performance monitoring and service improvement initiatives.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

This maternity cover offers an excellent opportunity to gain leadership experience, influence service development and develop your expertise within a specialist critical care environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Degree in dietetics
• Current HCPC registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development at master level.
• Further post-graduate study at master level or equivalent, such as PENG course or equivalent assessed learning.

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in Dietetics
• Member of the BDA

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Up to date in current dietetic practice on critical care and post surgical patients
• Evidence of active participation in MDT working on ICU
• Evidence of dietetic practice in critical care, including oral, enteral and parenteral nutrition: assessment, regimen formulation and review, including bespoke TPN.
• Experience of working with highly complex patients.

Desirable

• Evidence of protocol / pathway development in dietetic practice.

Values

Essential

• Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental.
• Motivated to be genuinely kind and caring
• Willing to learn, open to change
• Pro-active and takes responsibility

Physical skills, mental and emotional effort

Essential

• Physical skills may involve protracted periods of standing and moving moderate non-patient loads.
• Emotional effort and key stressors include working in an area with potential for distressing and highly emotional interactions. Patients and families may be highly emotional or challenging while dealing with events

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).

Job summary

Are you ready to make a real difference every day? Apply now to join our Cleaning Team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath.

This is more than just a cleaning role - it's an opportunity to be part of a team that plays a vital role in patient care and safety.

Cleaning is essential to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and infection-free environment for our patients, staff, and visitors. Our Cleaners are highly valued members of the hospital community, making a visible and meaningful impact across wards, departments, and public spaces.

What we're looking for:We are inviting applications from people who are:

• Flexible and reliable
• Good communicators
• Detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Shift options to suit your lifestyle:

We offer a variety of shift lengths ranging from 3 to 7.5 hours, making it easy to fit around your lifestyle and we have the following shift patterns:

• Afternoon shifts: 11:30am -7:30pm or 2pm -10pm
• Weekend shifts between: 7am - 10pm

What you can expect when you join us:

• A supportive team environment
• A designated area of work, so you can build strong relationships with the staff in your assigned ward or department
• Opportunities for development and progression
• A role that truly makes a difference

Full training will be provided. For more information or to discuss the role, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details below.

Main duties of the job

Maintain standards set out in the National Standards for Healthcare Cleanliness and improving compliance with the patient led assessments of the care environment.

To work on your own initiative with the support and guidance of the Cleaning Supervisor.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsership.

Person Specification

Past Experience

Essential

• 2 years experience in care sector or Facilities or NHS

Desirable

• 1 year supervision experience in care

Qualifications

Essential

• Any Service Sector Qualification

Desirable

• Any Service Sector Qualification

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).

Job summary

Are you an experienced clinical leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering safe, high-quality patient care? We are looking for a Clinical Site Manager to play a pivotal role in leading operational and clinical services across our hospital site.

As a visible and influential leader, you will work at the heart of hospital operations, ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. You'll coordinate patient flow across the organisation, overseeing admissions, transfers and discharges while supporting effective bed management and capacity planning.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, senior clinicians and operational colleagues, you will provide expert decision-making and leadership during both routine operations and periods of escalation. You will help maintain patient safety, support efficient service delivery and contribute to an exceptional patient experience.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident and proactive healthcare professional who can balance operational demands with clinical priorities, make sound decisions under pressure and inspire others through visible leadership.

We're seeking an experienced healthcare professional with excellent leadership, communication and decision-making skills. You need to be confident working in a dynamic environment, able to manage competing priorities and committed to delivering outstanding care and operational excellence.

Main duties of the job

• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers and discharges in accordance with Trust policies and agreed pathways.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams and external partners to facilitate timely patient flow.
• Promote a patient-centred approach to care, ensuring patients and carers are appropriately involved in decision-making.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Support implementation of the Trust Bed Management Policy and Procedures.
• Work with the Emergency Department and inpatient areas to support safe and timely patient movement.
• Lead and coordinate internal and external escalation processes.
• Maintain effective working relationships with all clinical and operational teams.
• Identify barriers to patient flow and work with teams to develop and implement solutions.
• Support effective use of Trust bed capacity and liaise with partner organisations as required.
• Respond appropriately to major incidents, fire alerts, cardiac arrests and security incidents in accordance with Trust procedures. [
• Provide operational advice and support to clinical teams outside normal working hours.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Has experience of working with operational management

Desirable

• Management qualification - NEBs, CMS, DMS

Knowledge

Essential

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Significant experience as a band 6 nurse
• Recent experience in an acute Trust

Desirable

• Experience working in site team
• Leadership qualifications
• Knowledge of discharge processes

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).

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated highly specialist Clinical Psychologist to join our Paediatric Psychology Service in an exciting split role working across General Paediatrics, Paediatric Oncology and Tuberous Sclerosis (TS - a lifespan service).

This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary teams, supporting children, young people and their families at every point from diagnosis onwards.

You will provide highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and evidence-based intervention for children and young people experiencing the emotional, behavioural and psychological impact of physical illness. You will work collaboratively with families and professionals to improve adjustment, coping, treatment adherence and quality of life.

Paediatric Clinical Psychologist (Band 8a - will consider Band 7 depending on experience, with a supported development plan)

General Paediatrics, Paediatric Oncology and Tuberous Sclerosis service (0.7 or 3.5 days/ week)

Main duties of the job

Working across General Paediatrics, Paediatric Oncology and TS you will work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary teams to support children and young people with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, contributing psychological expertise in outpatient and inpatient settings and providing psychological care from diagnosis onwards.

The role offers excellent opportunities to influence service development and innovation. You will provide consultation to multidisciplinary colleagues, deliver teaching and training, supervise trainee and assistant psychologists, and support psychologically informed care across children's services.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing and improving the psychological wellbeing of children and young people living with physical health conditions; has excellent assessment, formulation and intervention skills with children, young people and families and enjoys working collaboratively within multidisciplinary medical teams, while also able to work independently.

In return, we offer a small but supportive team of psychologists working across children's services, regular supervision, opportunities for CPD, service development and leadership.

Flexible working arrangements are available where service needs allow.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in psychology Post graduate Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology or equivalent recognised and accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• Post qualification training in a model appropriate to Paediatric Psychology e.g. EMDR, CBT ACT, Systemic Therapy Training in Supervision.

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people with complex presentations
• Experience and knowledge of working with safeguarding issues
• Ability to demonstrate working flexibly and independently in a high-pressure environment using highly complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience working with high distress and trauma where high level of sensitivity and skill required.
• Experience providing high quality supervision
• Experience delivering presentation, teaching and training

Desirable

• Experience in paediatric psychology
• Experience working in an acute hospital trust
• Experience of different modes of working - e.g. group, behavioural management
• Experience developing service pathways
• Experience of staff work, including debriefs after a distressing incident
• Experience of cognitive and neuropsychological assessments
• Experience supervising trainee psychologists

Physical skills, mental and emotional effort

Essential

• Ability to work with highly distressed, traumatised people and remain calm in challenging situations
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods in order to provide therapy
• Able to work at computer.

Values

Essential

• Demonstrated values that indicate values of compassion and respect as central to their practice.

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).

Job summary

We're looking for an experienced Cleaning Manager to join our Facilities Team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and hands-on leader to play a key role in delivering high-quality cleaning services across our hospital, helping to ensure a safe, welcoming and hygienic environment for patients, visitors and staff.

As a Cleaning Manager, you'll lead and support a large team of cleaning professionals, driving performance, maintaining exceptional standards, and identifying opportunities to improve the services we provide. Working closely with colleagues across the Trust, you'll help ensure our facilities support outstanding patient care while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

This is an exciting time to join a department that is recognised for its positive impact across the organisation. We pride ourselves on being proactive, solution-focused and committed to delivering excellent service, always looking for opportunities to innovate, improve and make a difference.

Flexibility is essential, as you'll also provide management cover for annual leave, evenings and nights when required, as well as participating in one planned weekend per month.

Working Pattern: This role is primarily worked Monday to Friday, covering shifts between 12:00pm and 10:00pm (including 12:00pm to 8:00pm, 1:00pm to 9:00pm and 2:00pm to 10:00pm).

Main duties of the job

• Deliver managerial professional control of cleaning and general facilities services and contracts to a high standard within the hospital.
• Provide management and control of all cleaning services and general facilities operating procedures and applications to ensure that all statutory and quality standards are maintained.
• Deliver quality cleaning services to patients and staff monitoring the provision of these services against agreed standards ensuring remedial action is taken to rectify shortcomings in service delivery.
• Manage front-line cleaning teams, cleaning wards, clinical areas, departments, and outer areas.
• Provide for economical and correct use and distribution of equipment and materials ensuring stock control procedures are maintained.
• Deliver an efficient and speedy distribution service for issues of stock and non-stock items.
• Conduct HR investigations, writing case reports and presenting to senior managers.
• Ensuring your 100+ strong team are achieving key performance indicators in areas such as cleanliness, food hygiene and mandatory training.
• Manage a team of cleaning supervisors to ensure standards are maintained throughout the building.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Please note this was is not eligible for visa sponsership.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to NVQ Level 5/HND or equivalent experience in a related service industry
• Management qualification or equivalent experience at senior level

Desirable

• 2 Years Management Experience
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate

Management Experience

Essential

• Have experience of managing and motivating large teams in a facilities / softFM / housekeeping environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS

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).

Job summary

Are you passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and supporting high-quality diagnostic services? We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Imaging Support Worker to join our busy Diagnostic Imaging team.

In this rewarding and varied role, you will play a vital part in ensuring patients receive a safe, efficient and positive experience throughout their imaging journey. Working closely with radiographers, radiologists and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will support the delivery of a wide range of diagnostic imaging services while providing excellent care and reassurance to patients.

As a member of the support team, you will combine hands-on patient care with administrative, technical and procedural responsibilities. You will assist with imaging examinations, manage and prepare equipment, support the effective use of Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), and help maintain smooth day-to-day department operations.

You will be confident working independently within established protocols, using your judgement and initiative to prioritise tasks and respond to patient and service needs. Your knowledge of imaging examinations and procedures will enable you to answer patient queries, support colleagues and contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, patient-centred service.

Main duties of the job

Undertake initial patient identification and screening checks, escalating any concerns.

Assist with patient transfers, positioning and manual handling.

Support vulnerable patients and those with additional needs.

Prepare examination rooms and set up equipment for complex and interventional procedures.

Assist practitioners with aseptic and clean techniques.

Check emergency equipment availability and functionality.

Clear and decontaminate equipment after procedures.

Remove cannulas and undertake cannulation where trained and authorised.

Prepare PPE and patient-handling equipment such as hoists.

Recognise deteriorating or unwell patients and escalate concerns.

Take and record observations where trained and authorised.

Support accurate record keeping throughout the patient pathway.

Perform routine equipment checks such as QA and daily checks

Identify, document and report equipment faults or non-conformities.

Move and prepare mobile imaging equipment, ultrasound machines, X-ray units and MRI coils.

Support students, trainees and new staff.

To have a flexible approach to working and to participate in duties between 08:00 and 20:00 Monday to Sunday including bank holidays on a pro rata basis.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, has strong organisational and communication skills, and is committed to delivering exceptional care for every patient.

Please be aware that this vacancies is currently under Banding review. Although the advertised post is currently a Band 2, this may be a Band 3 after review. If you have any more questions in regards to this, please let us know.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• GCSE in English Language and Maths minimum grade C/4 or equivalent
• Completion of a Care Certificate (or willingness to work towards this)

Desirable

• Experience and ability to perform peripheral cannulation
• Healthcare/Science related Level 3 qualification
• Level 3 qualification (A-Levels/BTEC/T Levels and Level 3 NVQ's)

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Ability to understand and communicate in English, both verbally and written.
• Ability to work unsupervised in a team environment.
• Ability to use IT systems and databases

Desirable

• Have previous administration experience.
• Have experience of working in a volunteering or customer-facing role.

Values

Essential

• You will be motivated, proactive, kind, caring and take responsibility
• You will be willing to learn and open to change.

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication skills
• Empathetic manner to deal with a diverse range of patients
• Flexible approach to work
• Calm, with the ability to work under pressure
• Manual handling with the ability to undertake daily repetitive handling & transfer of patients
• Exposure on a regular basis to unpleasant working conditions and the requirement to deal with hazards

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).

Job summary

Come and make a real difference by joining our dedicated nursing team on the Medlock Unit, based within the brand-new Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH.

We are looking for a kind, compassionate and motivated nurse to join our passionate, highly skilled multi-professional team. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in developing or enhancing their competency in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).

Within the Medlock Unit, you will have the opportunity to broaden your skills and knowledge while supporting patients receiving SACT and other supportive treatments in an acute cancer setting. You will receive a tailored induction programme, including visits to adjacent areas within the department, followed by completion of the SACT Competency Passport within six months.

We are committed to supporting your ongoing development. Once established in post, you will be encouraged to shape your career direction, with a range of Cancer Care qualifications available to support both your professional progression and the evolving needs of the service.

As our service expands into the community, the role will also include working at Frome Community Hospital when required. Staff will travel from the RUH to the satellite unit at Frome Medical Practice using a Trust fleet car, with travel time paid to support fairness and work-life balance.

Main duties of the job

As a team, we strive to be compassionate, supportive, personal and open, with patient and family experience at the heart of everything we do. Alongside strong clinical and technical skills, we are looking for someone who understands the unique needs of people undergoing cancer treatment and who can provide sensitive, holistic support to both patients and their families throughout their journey. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that every patient receives high-quality, person-centred care that positively shapes their cancer experience.

We warmly encourage informal visits.

To be considered for this position, you must hold a valid UK NMC registration.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within the framework of team nursing incorporating the Named Nurse initiative.

To proactively co-ordinate the patients discharge arrangements in accordance with RUH Discharge Policy ensuring involvement of other agencies as necessary.

To promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals.

To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.

To provide information thus enabling patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle.

To ensure that all clinical documentation is completed correctly by members of the nursing team.

To maintain a safe ward/department environment both at RUH and Frome community service.

To assist in the establishment and monitoring of protocols/care pathways.

To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patient, carer and all members of the Multidisciplinary Team making sure they have all possible assistance and support, including support in accessing all available resources (where possible) to enable patients to cope with their illness

To maintain patient confidentiality and ensure all staff understand the relevance of this.

To supervise junior staff in the delivery of care, through effective monitoring, mentoring, clinical supervision and reflective practice.

To educate and consent patients and administer patient treatments regimes eg Chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies in accordance with RUH Trust policies and procedure

To educate and administer patient treatments regimes eg SACT in accordance with RUH Trust policies and procedures

Caring for our SACT patients at Frome Community hospital as part of our service

Person Specification

application/interview

Essential

• Recognsing the deteriorating patient

Desirable

• SACT module/ equivalent

Application/Interview

Essential

• oncology/ haematology experience

Desirable

• CVAD/ Venapuncture competencies

application/ interview

Essential

• 6-12 months acute experience in NHS

Desirable

• Previous experience at taking charge

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).

Job summary

The Senior Sister/Charge Nurse is responsible for the operational management and clinical leadership of Haygarth Gastroenterology Ward, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality, patient-centred care. The post holder will provide visible leadership, promote a positive ward culture, and ensure high standards of patient experience, quality, safety, and staff wellbeing.

Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, including medical staff, specialist nurses, therapists, pharmacists and dietitians, the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse will lead and support the nursing workforce to deliver excellent care for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions. Key responsibilities include workforce management, patient flow, clinical governance, quality improvement, service development, and ensuring compliance with Trust and national standards.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with strong clinical expertise, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a passion for patient safety and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be an approachable, resilient leader who can inspire and develop teams while delivering high-quality care in a busy acute environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead within a specialist Gastroenterology service and contribute to the ongoing development of patient care and service excellence at the Royal United Hospital.

Main duties of the job

Leadership and Operational Management

• Provide visible, compassionate leadership and promote a positive, patient-centred culture.
• Act as a professional role model, upholding Trust values and standards.
• Lead, support and develop nursing and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.
• Manage the day-to-day operational running of the ward, including patient flow, staffing, rostering and workforce deployment.
• Support recruitment, induction, appraisal, performance management and staff development.

Patient Safety and Quality

• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, evidence-based care in line with Trust and national standards.
• Monitor and improve quality and safety indicators, including falls, pressure damage, medication safety, infection prevention and deteriorating patients.
• Lead investigations into incidents, complaints and concerns, embedding learning and improvements into practice.
• Escalate and manage clinical and operational risks appropriately.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and excellent patient experience.

Governance and Performance

• Ensure compliance with mandatory training, professional standards, policies and clinical governance.
• Monitor and improve ward performance against quality, safety, workforce and operational objectives.
• Lead audits, implement action plans and oversee continuous service improvement.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to divisional and Trust priorities through effective leadership and innovation.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

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Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Sister/Charge Nurse is responsible for providing professional, clinical, and operational leadership to the Gastroenterology Ward, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. The post holder will lead and manage the nursing team, ensuring that patients receive evidence-based care within a well-led and supportive environment.

The Senior Sister/Charge Nurse will act as a visible and inspirational leader, promoting excellence in patient care, staff development, quality improvement, patient safety, and service delivery. They will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient patient flow, effective resource management, and achievement of organisational objectives.

Clinical Leadership:

• Provide visible, credible, and compassionate leadership within the ward environment.
• Lead by example, demonstrating the highest standards of clinical care and professional practice in accordance with the NMC Code.
• Act as an expert clinical resource for nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Ensure that nursing care is patient-centred, evidence-based, and delivered in line with Trust policies and national standards.
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, inclusion, and compassionate care.
• Support clinical decision-making and provide leadership during challenging or complex patient situations.
• Ensure appropriate escalation and management of deteriorating patients and clinical concerns.
• Be a visible and approachable leader.
• Uphold Trust values and behaviours through positive leadership and example.

Patient Safety and Quality:

• Take responsibility for maintaining and improving patient safety standards.
• Ensure systems are in place to minimise risks and prevent avoidable harm.
• Monitor quality indicators
• Lead investigations into incidents, complaints, safeguarding concerns, and serious events.
• Develop and monitor action plans arising from incidents, audits, and investigations.
• Ensure lessons learned are shared and embedded into clinical practice.
• Promote a positive safety culture where staff feel empowered to raise concerns and identify improvement
• Lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and experience.

Workforce leadership and Management:

• Lead, motivate, and support nursing and support staff within the ward
• Foster a positive workplace culture that promotes staff well-being, engagement, and inclusion.
• Conduct appraisals, performance reviews, and regular one-to-one meetings.
• Manage attendance, sickness absence, and performance concerns in accordance with Trust policies.
• Support recruitment, retention, induction, and workforce planning.
• Ensure mandatory training, competency assessments, and professional development requirements are achieved.
• Identify learning needs and support career development opportunities.
• Develop future leaders through coaching, supervision, and mentorship

Communication and Partnership working:

• Develop effective relationships with patients, families, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Manage difficult conversations and complaints professionally and compassionately.
• Ensure patients and carers are involved in decisions regarding their care and treatment.
• Represent the ward and nursing team at relevant meetings and forums.
• Promote collaborative working across services to support seamless patient care.

Key outcome

To provide exceptional leadership that ensures the Gastroenterology Ward delivers safe, effective, responsive, and compassionate care while maintaining high standards of patient safety, staff wellbeing, operational performance, and clinical excellence.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• State Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
• Demonstrates evidence of on-going continuous professional development.
• Degree level qualification
• Experience in Managing Conduct., Health, Sickness & Performance, Recruitment & Selection, Appraisal etc
• Experience of leadership within a acute setting
• Significant relevant clinical and management experience at band 6 or above

Desirable

• Post-registration qualification preferably in Gastroenterology
• Previous experience as a band 7 Senior Sister/charge nurse
• educated to masters level or working towards it

Shortlisting critria

Essential

• Strong clinical knowledge and experience within acute adult nursing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and support teams through periods of operational pressure.
• Show a proactive approach to continuous improvement and workforce development.

Desirable

• Experience of managing staffing, performance, quality indicators, and clinical governance.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within speciality area and the application of this in practice.
• Understanding of NMC Code of Practice and requirements of it for the practice & behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self
• Understanding of the principles and application of effective staff / HR management
• Evidence of involvement in service users' advocacy and complaints resolution.

Values

Essential

• Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental
• Pro-active and takes responsibility for the efficient running of the department

Specific Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates commitment to working as part of a team and ability to build the ward / unit team.
• Able to take charge and lead the team and delegate duties effectively
• Able to accept responsibility for ward / unit working under own initiative within boundaries of role.
• Demonstrates compassion and caring approach to patients and relatives and ability to motivate staff to demonstrate this also.
• Demonstrates evidence of well-developed clinical practice. Able to advise on and implement improvements to the quality and efficiency of care for patients in ward / unit

Desirable

• knowledge and experience within Gastro

Communication, Leadership & Management skills

Essential

• Highly effective communication skills - able to communicate verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives including in situations of conflict & distress, ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed.
• Able to lead and manage all Registered Nurses, HCAs and students within ward / unit effectively through effective standard-setting, monitoring, feedback, appraisal, mentoring, clinical supervision and reflective practice.
• Able to apply understanding of equality & diversity to management of own staff
• Able to manage change effectively, with assistance from HR, Senior Nurse etc. in line with Trust policy, influencing staff to make changes / improvements.
• Able to demonstrate effective budgeting practice, exercising care and economy, supported by appropriate documentation.
• Able to appraise staff effectively in line with Trust Appraisal Policy.

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).

Job summary

Staff Nurse - General Surgery

As a Staff Nurse within the General Surgery team, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in accordance with the NMC Code and professional practice standards. Working as a named nurse or key worker for a designated group of patients, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualised care, ensuring patients receive safe, effective, and compassionate treatment throughout their surgical journey.

You will actively participate in clinical supervision and support the learning and development of others by acting as a mentor, preceptor, facilitator, or positive role model for less experienced staff and student nurses. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic surgical team committed to delivering outstanding patient care and continuous professional development.

Main duties of the job

• Act as a Named Nurse, maintaining accountability for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care within a team nursing framework.
• Coordinate and facilitate timely, safe, and effective patient discharge planning in line with Trust policies and procedures.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-focused care, working collaboratively with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team.
• Support and educate patients, families, and carers to enhance understanding of health conditions, treatment plans, and recovery pathways.
• Promote healthy lifestyle choices and provide information to help patients make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional patient records and documentation.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive ward environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of clinical protocols, guidelines, and care pathways to ensure best practice.
• Foster effective communication with patients, relatives, and colleagues to ensure excellent standards of care and teamwork.
• Uphold patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description attached.

We are committed to helping our nurses grow and develop. You will be encouraged to participate in ongoing learning opportunities, clinical supervision, and professional development activities to enhance your skills and knowledge. You will also have opportunities to support student nurses and junior colleagues, contributing to a positive learning environment and helping to shape the future nursing workforce.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated General Surgery team where patient care, staff development, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Able to evidence thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and practice (3)
• NMC Registration
• Understanding of the NMC Code of Practice and requirements (3)

Desirable

• Teaching and Assessing (3)
• Acute UK hospital experience (3)
• At least 6 months experience in hospital setting post qualifying (3)

Essential criteria

Essential

• Able to evidence thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and practice (3)

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).

Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

The Outpatient Unit Manager will lead on the day-to-day management of unit teams and serve multiple specialties, supporting the Operations Managers to deliver key performance indicators and service standards and developments.

You will provide first line management of the Administration unit, with responsibility for performance, workload management, policies and procedures, standards of customer care and quality.

In liaison with the Operations Managers, you will be responsible for ensuring the appropriateness of the services and ensure that the performance management requirements of the Trust are met.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role. We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

Main duties of the job

To lead on the day-to-day management of unit teams and serving multiple specialties, supporting the Operations Managers to deliver key performance indicators and service standards and developments.

To provide first line management of the Administration unit, with responsibility for performance, workload management, policies and procedures, standards of customer care and quality.

In liaison with the Operations Managers, responsible for ensuring the appropriateness of the services and that the performance management requirements of the Trust are met. In particular financial expenditure targets, cost control, quality, and activity targets

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people. We are creating a heath and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operationally responsible for the delivery of the key performance indicators for the Outpatients Unit, in line with divisional and organisational goals and targets, including delivery of national targets like 18-weeks Referral to Treatment, Slot Utilisation and Clinic Template Management.

Please see attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE3 or above including Maths and English
• NVQ 4 or equivalent in relevant subject or equivalent experience and knowledge in a similar role.
• Evidence of formal management development
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Willingness to undertake NHS specific IT system training including CareFlow clinic template maintenance, case note tracking, patient transport system, RPA Automations
• Evidence of Health & Safety training

Desirable

• ECDL qualification or other formal IT training / qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of significant administrative experience within a customer focused environment.
• Evidence of successful staff management including performance, recruitment, training, and absence management
• Evidence of successful process design and implementation
• Experience and understanding of outpatient services and performance indicators.
• Experience in implementing NHS policies and guidelines relevant to outpatient services/or equivalent.
• Proven experience of developing administrative processes, analysing information, and report writing

Desirable

• Past experience of working in an area specialising in healthcare appointment making.
• Experience of managing staff

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).

Job summary

5 PAs fixed term/ secondment for three years, plus substantive PAs in specialty up to a total of 10 PAs, or maintain clinical activity at your current Trust.

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated clinical leader to join our Chief Medical Officer Directorate as Deputy Chief Medical Officer.

Working closely with the Chief Medical Officer, fellow Deputy Chief Medical Officers and Associate Chief Medical Officers, you will lead the medical and dental workforce portfolio while contributing to wider organisational priorities including patient safety, workforce and culture, transformation, and system partnerships.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future direction of our workforce and clinical services. You will help shape sustainable workforce models and support clinical transformation, providing strategic leadership across workforce planning, professional standards, job planning, recruitment, retention, wellbeing and engagement.

Through this work, you will play a key role in developing a supported, inclusive and high-performing workforce that enables safe, effective and compassionate care for our patients.

Main duties of the job

As a senior member of the Chief Medical Officer Directorate, you will provide clinical leadership across the medical and dental workforce portfolio, helping to shape workforce strategy, support clinical transformation, and foster a positive organisational culture.

You will work collaboratively with clinical, operational, workforce and system partners to strengthen recruitment and retention, improve workforce sustainability, and support effective job planning, appraisal and professional standards. You will champion medical leadership, wellbeing, inclusion, accountability and continuous improvement, helping create an environment in which colleagues can thrive and deliver their best for patients.

Great Western Hospitals has a strong culture of improvement and an ambitious transformation agenda. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to that journey, supporting both strategic development and operational delivery.

Alongside your defined workforce portfolio, you will work as part of a supportive and collaborative Chief Medical Officer team, contributing flexibly to wider Trust priorities and deputising for the Chief Medical Officer when required.

For further information about this position, please contact the CMO Office via [email protected], where we would be pleased to provide additional information and arrange an informal discussion.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) plays a pivotal role in the Medical Directorate leadership team, supporting the delivery of the Trusts strategic goals by providing leadership on all medical and dental workforce issues, focusing on the key pillars of: Patient Safety & Clinical Outcomes; Workforce & Culture; Clinical transformation & Strategy; Partnerships & Integration.

Please see attached the full job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of substantial leadership, management, quality improvement or transformation development through qualification or equivalent experience.
• Post graduate medical qualification and evidence of continuing professional development
• Full perform registration with the GMC; inclusion on the relevant Specialist Register or equivalent senior clinical standing appropriate to the applicant's professional background.

Desirable

• Training or recognised experience in medical appraisal, responsible officer functions, MHPS, improvement methodology or digital clinical leadership

Experience

Essential

• Experience of balancing strategic priorities, operational pressures, quality, workforce and financial considerations.
• Experience of leading complex change with empathy, credibility and effective engagement of frontline teams.
• Experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries and influencing at senior level.
• Significant leadership experience in complex NHS clinical services with evidence of delivering measurable improvement.
• Substantial senior clinical experience with a strong professional reputation and credibility with medical colleagues.

Desirable

• Experience of deputising at executive medical director level or contributing to Board or Board Committee assurance.

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).

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join Great Western Hospital as a Biomedical Support Worker.

You will part of the Cellular Pathology team involved in the technical preparation of specimens and performing defined procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures. This will include all aspects of the routine service provided by the department.

Main duties of the job

• Reception of specimens. Reception includes collection of specimens from pathology reception, data matching between specimen containers and request forms, coding samples, sorting into the correct work stream, and identification of specimens which must be rejected. Rejected samples must be resolved and logged.
• Set up, and clean down of dissection area, ensuring all required equipment/consumables are available and correct cleaning/disinfection methods are used. May involve some exposure to sharps (e.g. scalpel blades, dissection knives).
• Assist with the process of specimen dissection. This involves writing medical dictation for occasionally long periods of time, and checking patient and specimen identification.
• Responsibility for specimen storage and disposal. Store specimens awaiting disposal correctly, following departmental protocol. Identification of specimens ready for disposal. Disposal of specimens in a safe manner, including those requiring non-standard disposal (e.g. POCs).
• Embedding processed tissue. This involves correctly orientating tissue in order to ensure subsequent diagnostic processes are able to be completed accurately.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people. We are creating a heath and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Preparation of case for discussion at multi-disciplinary team meetings (MDTs). This includes identification of the appropriate cases, retrieval of slides from archive, data entry onto Excel spreadsheets, recording of audit data on completion of the meeting, and filing completed MDT lists.
• Sorting of cases to be sent to other hospitals for further testing/expert opinion/review. Logging all material sent and returned, to ensure a full audit trail is available for every specimen.
• Archive filing of all blocks, slides and other material, including preparation of blocks/slides for off-site storage and maintenance of records of material stored off-site.
• Retrieval of archived reports from current and previous laboratory IT systems.
• Maintenance and cleaning of automated staining machine, including the correct disposal of solvent waste in accordance with national and local regulations. This may involve some heavy lifting.

Please see the attached job description for full information

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths
• NVQ L3 in a laboratory-based discipline

Desirable

• Science A-levels (or equivalent): Biology, Chemistry, Physics
• IBMS Certificate of Achievement for Biomedical Science Support Staff, part I or II.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of successfully working in a busy, multi-factorial role.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a pathology department
• Experience in Cytology and/or Histology
• Experience in a customer service role.

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).

Job summary

Rotational Pharmacist - Band 6 to 7 Progression Post

Please watch our video to link below to find out more about our pharmacy team.

https://youtu.be/Awee7VvH7xg

Are you an ambitious, motivated pharmacist, striving to continuously improve patient care and experience, this position is for you! We have an exciting opportunity to join our established team of pharmacists in post that offers structured progression from a Band 6 to Band 7 position within an 18-24 month period.

Newly or recently qualified pharmacists will begin at a Band 6 level which will provide you with a solid foundation in all the essential areas of hospital pharmacy. We will support you to gain funding for a clinical diploma and help you to build a portfolio aligned to the RPS Post Registration Core Competency Framework. On completion of well-defined developmental gateways and submission of a portfolio of evidence, you will progress to a Band 7 pharmacist.

During your foundation rotations, you will have the opportunity to work with our external partners including Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP) and later, progressing to more specialist rotations such as in critical care, paediatrics, local neonatal unit (LNU) and HIV medicines supply.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a clinical pharmacy service to wards including information and advice on the safe, effective and economical use of drugs to health professionals and patients.
• Clinical ward cover on a rotational basis in the following areas: surgery, cardiology, respiratory, gastroenterology, elderly care, acute admissions and mental health (AWP).
• Medicines Information and patient line rotation.
• Responsible Pharmacist duties within the dispensary.
• Embarking on further training to support progression i.e., clinical diploma, independent prescribing.
• Maintaining a personal portfolio of evidence.
• Following the band 6 - 7 transitional programme and completing relevant tasks associated.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Medicines Information and patient helpline rotation
• Responsible Pharmacist duties within the dispensary
• Embarking on further training to support progression i.e., clinical diploma, independent prescribing
• Maintaining a personal portfolio of evidence
• Following the band 6 7 transitional programme and completing relevant tasks associated

Please see the attached job description for full information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Willingness to undertake further training to further professional development
• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Attending relevant local and national training events/courses, keeping professionally up to date

Desirable

• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (RPS)
• Post graduate clinical certificate, primary care pathway qualification or equivalent
• Independent Prescribing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of medicines supply process within NHS hospital
• Evidence of participating in audit and quality improvement
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrable knowledge of pharmacology and ability to apply to patient care
• Evidence of using clinical reasoning and appropriate judgement to make decisions / problem solve
• Ability to prioritise own work and manage time appropriately to meet deadlines
• Experience organising and motivating oneself and others

Desirable

• Experience as a hospital pharmacist
• Experience mentoring and/or supervising others
• Experience of recognising opportunities for change, innovation and quality improvement
• Experience of delivering training

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).

Job summary

Join our friendly and forward-thinking paediatric dietetic team and make a real difference to the lives of children, young people and their families.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist expertise in paediatric diabetes and cystic fibrosis, working as part of established multidisciplinary teams delivering high-quality care across acute and community settings. You will support children and young people with complex nutritional needs, contribute to service development and play a key role in improving patient outcomes.

We have a strong commitment to staff development and actively support continuing professional development through clinical supervision, appraisal, training opportunities and involvement in service improvement. As a department, we are proud to contribute to the future workforce through regular student placements and apprenticeships, fostering a positive culture of learning and professional growth.

The post is offered as either a Band 7 specialist role or a Band 6 to Band 7 developmental opportunity. Applicants appointed at Band 6 will be supported through a structured development pathway, including specialist training, mentorship and competency-based progression to Band 7.

We welcome applications from:

• Specialist dietitians seeking a Band 7 role.
• Dietitians with relevant paediatric, diabetes or transferable experience wishing to develop into a specialist role through a supported Band 6 to Band 7 progression pathway

Main duties of the job

To work as an independent practitioner using an advanced level of knowledge and skills in leading the provision of an advanced specialist paediatric dietetic service to inpatients and outpatients.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To work autonomously and be professionally and legally accountable acting as an independent advanced specialist paediatric practitioner.2. As a clinical lead specialist, to be responsible for the development and provision of a comprehensive and effective diabetes and cystic fibrosis specialist dietetic service in a variety of settings, including supporting patients using diabetes technology.3. To be fully responsible for a defined highly specialised clinical case load of paediatric patients witha range of complex clinical conditions.4. Working autonomously use complex calculations, interpretation of biochemistry, undertakecomplex anthropometric measurements and clinical observation along with growth and development indices, medication, family and social history and diet history in order to formulate, deliver, constantly evaluate and adjust an individualised nutritional treatment plan. This will require an advanced understanding of complex clinical conditions and use highly developed analytical and clinical reasoning judgemental skills to diagnose problems and formulate feeding plans andsolutions.5. To use own advanced specialist expertise and professional judgement in situations whereinformation is often complex and possibly conflicting or where there is a lack of published evidence to provide accurate nutritional treatment plans.

Please see attached full job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc /Msc in Dietetics or equivalent
• Registration in Dietetics with Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Evidence of postgraduate learning in relevant specialist area
• Member of British Dietetic Association and relevant specialist group
• Clinical Supervisory Skills training

Desirable

• Line management training
• BDA accredited MSc modules

Experience

Essential

• Significant recent experience in paediatrics, including management of complex cases.
• Extensive experience of working in multidisciplinary/multiprofessional teams
• Experience in the planning, delivery and evaluation of patient education programmes.
• Demonstrable experience in supervision, mentoring or line management
• Demonstratable experience and knowledge of safeguarding practices of children in the clinical area and child protection procedures
• Leading and participating in dietetic audit, research and service evaluation
• Experience in training and supervision of student dietitians and dietetic staff.

Desirable

• Experience of report writing for a variety of purposes
• Involvement in regional or national dietetic networks or special interest groups.
• Experience in service development or change management

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).

Job summary

The Assistant Healthcare Support Worker (Theatre) is a valued member of the Perioperative Team supporting and promoting high quality, patient centred, compassionate care in the perioperative setting.

You will carry out a range of activities under the guidance and supervision of the Perioperative Team in accordance with the Trust Values and the competencies outlined for the role.

There will be opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills, specific to your needs, Training will be provided to ensure you have the required skills and skill set specific to your area of work. You will also be supported to obtain your care certificate if you do not have this qualification as well as completion of your competencies.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role. We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

Main duties of the job

1. Support the Perioperative Team to implement agreed care plans in accordance with instruction and training received. This includes but is not limited to:

o Ensure the safe transfer of patients to and from the perioperative area

o Assist in the safe moving / positioning of patients, ensuring privacy, dignity and comfort is preserved

o Assist the perioperative team in preparing, promoting, and maintaining the clinical area ensuring it is appropriately resourced to enable the safe and timely delivery of patient care, such as preparing patient trolleys/beds ensuring appropriate clinical equipment is available and in working order.

o Relay messages to other members of the multidisciplinary team to support the safe delivery of care

o To assistant in the transfer of specimens to Pathology, ensuring documentation is completed correctly.

o Moving and handling of equipment as required to support the delivery of care.

o Checking and changing of gas cylinders in accordance with standard operating procedures.

o Management of clinical / non-clinical waste and contaminated instruments sets in accordance with policies.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies

2. Maintain accurate records relating to communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills.

3. Ensure theatre systems are utilised and updated to support the delivery of care in the perioperative setting

4. Ensuring equipment and stores are well maintained, taking appropriate action if the equipment is faulty

5. Assist in monitoring and maintaining stocks of material and equipment at appropriate levels within the theatre, as delegated by registered practitioners.

6. Work effectively as part of a team.

7. Demonstrate ability to access Trust policies and procedures and comply with those relevant to role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills at interview assessment.
• GCSE Maths and English Grade 4 or above or alternative qualification

Desirable

• Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support or
• Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care or
• Level 2 in Health & Social care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
• GCSE A*-D in English Language or equivalent
• GCSE A*-D in Mathematics or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of ability to work as a member of a team
• Prior experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
• Evidence of ability to work as a member of a team
• Experience of time management and prioritising work.

Desirable

• Experience or working in the Perioperative Environment
• Ability to demonstrate best practice and act as a role model

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).

Job summary

Join Our Friendly and Supportive Ultrasound Team at Great Western Hospital

At Great Western Hospital, we are looking for kind, caring, and enthusiastic student sonographers to join our welcoming Ultrasound Department. If you are passionate about delivering excellent patient care and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

An exciting training opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic professional who wishes to train in medical ultrasound.

Candidates must be prepared to undertake study to Post Graduate Diploma level in Medical Ultrasound at a designated University. The successful candidate will be sponsored and supported to complete this study by the directorate (including release from clinical duties to attend the University)..

Selection for this post will include:

o an interview process where candidates will be expected to demonstrate a basic knowledge of medical ultrasound to include assessment of anatomy knowledge

o trial hands on session to assess hand eye co-ordination

o Short 10min power point presentation

Whether you are looking for your next career step or a team where you can truly feel at home, we would be delighted to welcome you to Great Western Hospital.

Come and join a team where kindness, collaboration, and high-quality patient care are at the heart of everything we do.

The interviews will be held face-to-face as you'll be expected to carry out a practical assessment.

Main duties of the job

Our department is made up of 14 sonographers who work closely together, creating a friendly and collaborative environment where everyone is valued and supported. We are proud of the strong relationships we have with our radiologists, nurses, clinical support workers, midwives, and wider allied health professional colleagues. Together, we strive to provide the very best care and experience for our patients.

• • To train to carry out ultrasound scans, engaging in both academic and clinical training as directed.
  • To produce clinical reports on scans performed, under direct supervision of a Sonographer
  • To maintain the highest quality of patient communication, care and imaging
  • To contribute to the planning, organisation and smooth running of the area in which you are working, liaising with colleagues, clinicians and other staff within the trust.
  • Commitment for a minimum of 12 months of service within the department post qualification.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a heath and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• To actively engage in all training required; both clinical and academic.
• To learn to perform ultrasound scans including highly specialist techniques and care for patients during these examinations, respecting the rights of privacy and confidentiality, maintaining a high-quality service to patients and clinicians.
• To independently assess each patient and adapt scanning technique according to the needs of the patient
• To produce clinical reports under supervision
• To discuss ultrasound findings with other practitioners and clinicians under supervision of a qualified Sonographer
• To manage their own workload and help others when possible
• To maintain departmental stock levels
• To adhere to all Trust policies including the Health and Safety Regulations; COSHH Regulations; the Data Protection Act

Please see the attached job description for full information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent for a Health Care related profession
• Registration with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) or equivalent
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Evidence of time spent observing in ultrasound

Experience & Skills

Essential

• Post-qualification experience working in health care
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent patient care and good communication skills
• Advanced IT skills
• Self-motivated and committed to learning

Desirable

• Post-qualification experience working in the NHS
• Evidence of leadership

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).

Job summary

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role. We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

This role is offered on a part time basis of 30 hours per week, this means that candidates interested in working part time are encouraged to apply and will receive a salary on a pro rata basis.

Under the delegation and supervision of the registered healthcare practitioner, the Health Care Assistant will carry out all of the delegated duties listed in the main responsibilities section below independently within the health care team. The post holder will work within the out-patient department as part of a team supporting patients, clinicians and colleagues during outpatient consultations. They will provide the fundamentals of care to patients in the hospital to ensure high standards are maintained in a safe environment including patient safety and to make sure that the care experience is positive by treating all patients, family, relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity and courtesy in accordance with Trust values and policies.

Main duties of the job

No duties are to be undertaken by the post holder unless they have received the correct training. All duties must be in accordance with the Band 2 skills matrix.

Please read the attached job description for full details.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people. We are creating a heath and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Will have the knowledge and skills to provide the fundamental care needs for individual patients under the direction and supervision of the registered practitioner, the following can be undertaken in the band 2 training period, following the GWH standards of care. These duties will be repetitive, routine and familiar, following the patient care plan and consent gained from the patient which must include;

Caring and communication with kindness and compassion

Personal Care including catheter care (if required)

Nutrition and Hydration support

Pressure Area Care

Collect specimens (routine bodily fluids only)

Moving and handling

Documentation including food & fluid charts and outcome sheets. Environmental maintenance

Performing care in line with risk assessments and care plans

Ensure all clinical rooms are stocked up with appropriate clinical forms and patient information sheets

Assist with the preparation of medical notes to facilitate the running of clinics.

Escort to other departments (except theatre)

Instigate Emergency procedure

Completion of accident / incident forms

Promote person centred values and provide support for patients wellbeing and fulfilment

Please see job description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths & English grade D or above or Level 1 functional skills in Literacy & Numeracy
• QCF or NVQ Level 2 in a health related subject

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Some experience in a care / health role
• Driver with access to a vehicle

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).