Job summary

"Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HTFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role."

Band 4 Assistant Psychologists - Older People's Services

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Assistant Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychology graduate looking to develop clinical experience within dementia care, cognitive assessment, and older adult mental health.

About the Role

The post-holder will work under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist to support the assessment, diagnosis, and management of people experiencing memory difficulties, including those with suspected or diagnosed dementia. You will contribute to high-quality, person-centred care for patients and their families.

About You

A degree in Psychology (BPS-accredited) is essential.

Experience working with older adults, individuals with cognitive impairment, or in a mental health setting is desirable.

Strong communication, empathy, and organisational skills.

Ability to work flexibly within an MDT and manage sensitive information confidently.

What We Offer

Regular clinical supervision from a qualified psychologist.

Opportunities for professional development and training within the service.

A supportive, friendly, and innovative team committed to improving dementia care.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute to a range of key clinical and administrative activities, including but not limited to the following:

To support the delivery of high-quality psychological services within Maister Lodge inpatient ward by assisting with cognitive assessments, providing pre and post-diagnostic support, and contributing to service development under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist.

Provide feedback to patients and families following multidisciplinary meetings.

Support care planning and signpost to appropriate interventions and community resources.

Assist with audits, research projects, and service evaluations.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned in line with clinical and departmental priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in administering, scoring, and interpreting cognitive and neuropsychological assessments.

Gather collateral histories and behavioural information from patients, carers, and relevant professionals.

Support clinicians in diagnostic clinics and multidisciplinary case discussions.

Provide evidence-based psychological interventions and psycho-education under supervision.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Trust policies.

Contribute to audit, service evaluation, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Help develop resources for patients and carers, including well-being and post-diagnostic support materials.

Participate in regular supervision, training, and team meetings.

About us

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

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

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

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

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

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

From city to countryside, market towns to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.

Find out more and search live jobs.

Job summary

"Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HTFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role."

Band 4 Assistant Psychologists - Older People's Services

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Assistant Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychology graduate looking to develop clinical experience within dementia care, cognitive assessment, and older adult mental health.

About the Role

The post-holder will work under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist to support the assessment, diagnosis, and management of people experiencing memory difficulties, including those with suspected or diagnosed dementia. You will contribute to high-quality, person-centred care for patients and their families.

About You

A degree in Psychology (BPS-accredited) is essential.

Experience working with older adults, individuals with cognitive impairment, or in a mental health setting is desirable.

Strong communication, empathy, and organisational skills.

Ability to work flexibly within an MDT and manage sensitive information confidently.

What We Offer

Regular clinical supervision from a qualified psychologist.

Opportunities for professional development and training within the service.

A supportive, friendly, and innovative team committed to improving dementia care.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute to a range of key clinical and administrative activities, including but not limited to the following:

To support the delivery of high-quality psychological services within Maister Lodge inpatient ward by assisting with cognitive assessments, providing pre and post-diagnostic support, and contributing to service development under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist.

Provide feedback to patients and families following multidisciplinary meetings.

Support care planning and signpost to appropriate interventions and community resources.

Assist with audits, research projects, and service evaluations.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned in line with clinical and departmental priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in administering, scoring, and interpreting cognitive and neuropsychological assessments.

Gather collateral histories and behavioural information from patients, carers, and relevant professionals.

Support clinicians in diagnostic clinics and multidisciplinary case discussions.

Provide evidence-based psychological interventions and psycho-education under supervision.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Trust policies.

Contribute to audit, service evaluation, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Help develop resources for patients and carers, including well-being and post-diagnostic support materials.

Participate in regular supervision, training, and team meetings.

About us

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

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

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

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

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

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

From city to countryside, market towns to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.

Find out more and search live jobs.

Job summary

We are looking for a compassionate psychologist (clinical/ forensic/ counselling) to join us at our Middlesbrough MHSOP community mental health team in TEWV NHS Trust (fixed term - 10 months)

The post would suit an enthusiastic Psychologist, valuing the opportunity to work collaboratively with members of a well-established multi-disciplinary team, where psychology is a core treatment offer. A key part of this role will be using neuro psychological testing to assist in diagnostics with our organic pathway, clinical leadership skills to influence teams to embed formulations, psychological understanding and psychological interventions in both the functional and organic service lines.

As a service, we are keen to support and invest in the ongoing development of our Psychologists through CPD opportunities, so an interest in developing clinical skills across a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches is essential. The Psychologist would have the opportunity to gain experience working with a diverse population that includes male and female mental health, learning disability, autism and older adults, including those who may have experienced trauma and/ or neurological difficulties.

Main duties of the job

To be part of the leadership team with the Middlesbrough MHSOP team, to undertake neuro psych assessments, formulation, consultation and psychological interventions with older adults in a secondary care setting. To supervise trainees and other members of staff, as required, to be involved in audits, teaching and training and to work closely with other psychological professions staff in the specialty.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria due to the fixed term period of less than 12 months for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa, and therefore, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job summary

Come and Join Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, where we offer a wide variety of challenging and rewarding roles within a supportive, innovative and dynamic work environment!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist with an interest in mental health to join our friendly, welcoming, and supportive inpatient Occupational Therapy Team at the Bradgate Mental Health Unit, to work within our acute wards, with opportunities to long reach and cross cover into our forensic and PICU wards - with support of the wider team.

We are proud to offer a nurturing environment where you can grow, develop, and make a meaningful difference in patients recovery. In this role, you will work collaboratively with our experienced Band 6/5 Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants, delivering a wide range of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to support our patients on their recovery journey. We warmly welcome newly qualified Occupational Therapists, and we are committed to helping you build confidence and expertise.

You will receive ongoing guidance, structured support, and opportunities to develop your practical knowledge, particularly in Model of Human Occupation (MOHO)-based assessments and interventions. We are dedicated to providing person-centred care, offering a variety of Occupational Therapy pathways including: functional, physical health, cognitive, sensory & psycho-educational.

Main duties of the job

You will deliver high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions within an acute mental health setting, supporting adults of working age. The service works with individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties, where distress may be expressed in a range of ways and is understood within the context of each persons lived experience, neurodiversity, and social determinants of health. Your practice will be rooted in the principles of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards), and Safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring care is lawful, ethical, and person-centred. You will work in alignment with the NHS Long Term Plan, promoting recovery, reducing restrictive practices, and supporting least restrictive, therapeutic environments. You will adopt a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and strengths-based approach, recognising the impact of trauma, adversity, and systemic inequalities. Care will be delivered through co-production, working collaboratively with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to support meaningful recovery, choice, and autonomy.

You will actively promote inclusion, equality, and culturally responsive care, in line with the Autism Act and best practice guidance for supporting neurodivergent individuals. As a registered Occupational Therapist, you will practice in accordance with RCOT professional standards and HCPC standards of proficiency, maintaining high standards

About us

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible. About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Job summary

We are looking to appoint one resident doctor working at Foundation Year 2 level in General and Geriatric Medicine. The post is for 3 months commencing September 2026. This vacancy has arisen due to gaps in the Foundation programme. We would welcome applicants looking to work either full time or less than full time.

The post will involve working on Woodley ward with the Consultant-led multidisciplinary team. This is a 28 bedded Elderly care ward that provides multidisciplinary comprehensive geriatric assessment. It includes 6 side rooms prioritised for patients requiring isolation for infection control and includes 2 dedicated beds for patients receiving palliative and end of life care. This provides excellent opportunities to develop skills in this area, with input from the hospital's specialist palliative care nurses and consultants.

Main duties of the job

• Work alongside the medical team to provide Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment and ongoing care to the patients on an Elderly Care ward or in the acute medical ward and short stay unit.
• Attend Consultant and Registrar ward rounds, and review patients independently at other times.
• Communicate regularly with patients and their families or GP, to obtain collateral histories, provide medical updates and agree appropriate treatment strategies.
• Work alongside the multidisciplinary team, and attend relevant meetings, to help plan management, including discharges.
• Be able to assess and understand patients with cognitive impairment, in line with guidance provide by the Mental Capacity Act. Contribute to capacity assessments and determination of Best Interest decisions, including liaising with families and attending meetings.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job summary

We have an exciting vacancy for a Service Manager to oversee the Family Support and Safeguarding Teams and Assessment Teams in Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire. For more information please see the below.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting vacancy for a Service Manager to oversee the Family Support and Safeguarding Teams and Assessment Teams in Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire. For more details about the role please see the below.

About us

We have a wide range of great benefits if you join us as a colleague at Cambridgeshire County Council. To find out more please see below.

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic practitioner to join our expanding team.For the Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner role, applicants must have completed the relevant PGCert or CertGrad qualification and be registered as a Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner on a professional register recognised by NHS England for this role.For the Senior Assistant Psychologist role, applicants must hold an Honours degree in Psychology (2:1 or above) and be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the BPS.

If you hold the relevant qualification and have experience working with individuals with complex needs, we would welcome your application.

Based between Brighton & Worthing Probation offices, you will work closely with partner agencies, including the Probation Service and CGL, delivering high-quality, evidence-based, psychologically informed interventions to people with complex and often marginalised needs.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to clinical governance, data collection, and service development under the supervision of the Clinical Lead (Principal Psychologist). With appropriate support, you will undertake psychological assessments and deliver tailored interventions. You will also benefit from being part of a wider psychological professions network, supporting your ongoing professional development and career progression.

Experience within the Criminal Justice System is desirable, but not essential

Main duties of the job

What you'll do:

• Play a key role within the MHTR pathway, supporting and enhancing the psychological care provided to service users. This will include delivering psychological assessments and interventions appropriate to your level of training and experience, alongside contributing to the ongoing development, evaluation, and improvement of the service.
• Work autonomously within the role, with workload, objectives, and professional development supported through regular supervision from an HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist.
• Assess service users' suitability for psychological interventions and provide support for up to 12 sessions, depending on individual need.
• Carry out risk assessments and collaboratively plan care with service users.
• Develop and agree intervention goals in partnership with service users, ensuring care is person-centred and outcome-focused.
• Implement and monitor pre- and post-intervention outcome measures to support evaluation of progress and effectiveness.
• Build professional and therapeutic relationships with service users that respect their views, autonomy, culture, and individual experiences.
• Respond calmly, sensitively, and empathetically when supporting individuals experiencing distressing or emotionally challenging circumstances.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills in all aspects of the role.

About us

The Reflect Primary Care Mental Health Treatment Requirement Service is expanding into East Sussex. Commissioned by NHS England, the service delivers Community Sentence Treatment Requirements in partnership with the Probation Service and substance use services. We support individuals sentenced through Sussex courts by providing primary care mental health interventions.

What we offer:

- Career Development: Engage in professional supervision, ongoing training, and opportunities for CPD and career growth within our Trust.

- Benefits: Enjoy an excellent NHS pension, generous holiday entitlement, access to NHS discount schemes and access to the Employee Assistance Programme.

- Inclusive Environment: We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that everyone can belong and thrive in their career with us.

If you haven't thought about living in Sussexbefore then you should consider the following:

• Journey from the coast to the countryside in minutes
• Enjoy a lifestyle where there are renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the famous South Downs Way in the South Downs National Park!
• Embrace taking time to discover all the miles of scenic coastline, including Hastings, Bexhill on Sea and Eastbourne
• Easy access to airports - Gatwick and Heathrow are both within 90 minutes of the county, providing links to Europe and beyond
• London is within easy reach via local and national bus routes and national mainline stations

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-FH-20631-B

Job locations

Brighton/Worthing Probation

47 Grand Parade/4 Farncombe Rd

Brighton/Worthing

BN2 9QA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What are we looking for?

• PG Cert or Cert Grad in Mental Health Wellbeing Practice or a Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology and eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartership with the BPS.
• Experience of working with people with complex needs
• Experience of delivering low intensity psychologically informed work using CBT principles to those with severe and enduring mental health problems
• Experience of working well within a multidisciplinary NHS Team
• Experience of delivering goal focused, short-term, time-limited work.
• Experience of promoting wellbeing and social inclusion.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting and productive relationships with colleagues, partner agencies and service users
• A good understanding of mental health issues and ability to formulate psychologically around these
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to tailor them to a variety of audiences
• The ability to work independently and think quickly in often challenging situations
• The creativity to solve problems and tackle obstacles in new ways
• Effective time management skills to juggle competing demands in a busy and sometimes pressured work environment

Job description Job responsibilities What are we looking for? PG Cert or Cert Grad in Mental Health Wellbeing Practice or a Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology and eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartership with the BPS. Experience of working with people with complex needs Experience of delivering low intensity psychologically informed work using CBT principles to those with severe and enduring mental health problems Experience of working well within a multidisciplinary NHS Team Experience of delivering goal focused, short-term, time-limited work. Experience of promoting wellbeing and social inclusion. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting and productive relationships with colleagues, partner agencies and service users A good understanding of mental health issues and ability to formulate psychologically around these Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to tailor them to a variety of audiences The ability to work independently and think quickly in often challenging situations The creativity to solve problems and tackle obstacles in new ways Effective time management skills to juggle competing demands in a busy and sometimes pressured work environment

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Either relevant PGCert or CertGrad qualification and be registered as a Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner on a professional register recognised by NHS England for this role or an Honours degree in Psychology (2:1 or above) and be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the BPS.
• Experience of working with people with mental health needs/ complex needs

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Experience working as part of a team
• Experience of analysing and communicating complex information verbally and in writing

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Either relevant PGCert or CertGrad qualification and be registered as a Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner on a professional register recognised by NHS England for this role or an Honours degree in Psychology (2:1 or above) and be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the BPS. Experience of working with people with mental health needs/ complex needs Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience working as part of a team Experience of analysing and communicating complex information verbally and in writing

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brighton/Worthing Probation

47 Grand Parade/4 Farncombe Rd

Brighton/Worthing

BN2 9QA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brighton/Worthing Probation

47 Grand Parade/4 Farncombe Rd

Brighton/Worthing

BN2 9QA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Newborn Hearing Screening Programme is seeking highly enthusiastic, organised and methodical individuals to join our very busy and thriving screening team.

• This post is based at Homerton Healthcare and at outpatient clinics within Hackney and the City.
• You will work primarily with mothers and their newborn babies (0-7 days old) including premature babies and those that need Special and Intensive Care. Therefore, experience of handling babies is essential and working with children and families would be desirable.
• You will be expected to work under pressure and prioritise heavy workloads at all times.
• Experience of working in a hospital environment would be an added advantage.

You will need to be able to meet the following requirements to be considered for this very interesting and rewarding position:

1. Interpersonal and basic computing skills.
2. Willingness to learn, develop and excel in the skill of screening babies.
3. Travelling to outpatient clinics within Hackney will be required.
4. Must be flexible with start and finish times and work on weekends and bank holidays in line with service needs.
5. If you do not have an OSCE/ECA certification in Newborn Hearing Screening, you would need to commit to obtaining a Level 3 Health Screener Diploma within 18 months (fully paid for by the service)

**This advert may close earlier than the closing date due to a high number of applicants**

**Previous applicants need not apply.**

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will act under the leadership and management of the NHSP Local Manager and be responsible for carrying out hearing screening on babies in both inpatient and outpatient settings as required.
• The post holder will also have shared responsibility in ensuring the recording, collection and data quality of all patient data for the service.
• The post holder will carry out the necessary administrative tasks associated with the patient journey.
• The post holder will be expected to work as part of a team, altering working patterns to accommodate the changing needs of the service, across 7 days a week, 365 days a year with regular working during weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), bank and public holidays including on Christmas day.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job summary

We are looking for a Senior Assistant Technical Officer to join our friendly, forward thinking Pharmacy Team.

The Pharmacy Department has exciting development opportunities for enthusiastic individuals to join our expanding team of Pharmacy Assistants. If you wish to be part of a dynamic and innovative Pharmacy team, and start or continue a career in Pharmacy, join us as a Band 3 Dispensing Assistant. We are an innovative forward thinking department entering an exciting new phase. A series of in-house developments are underway, giving the opportunity for successful candidates to be involved in dynamic projects which offer professional progression.

You will have a friendly and approachable personality, be willing to work as part of a team and committed to providing the best possible service for patients.

You will need to be self-motivated with good communication & interpersonal skills. To qualify for this position, you will require NVQ L2 in pharmacy services or equivalent and good IT skills.

This is a full-time post and the post holder will be required to work weekends and Bank Holiday as part of a rota.

****Closing date is indicative only and this vacancy may close without notice when sufficient applications have been received****

Main duties of the job

• 4 months rotation in each of the following rotations, Dispensary Services and Distribution/Stores. Working closely with the section heads to assist in the safe, efficient running of each section including Audits, and quality improvement projects to ensure high and effective standards are maintained. This is a supervisory role where training and mentoring of Apprentice Technical Officers is required
• Accurate dispensing of prescriptions, covering the Pharmacy hatch interacting with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Pharmacy audits and training & supervision of apprentices
• Carrying out daily stock checks in the hospitals 'out of hours drugs room using the Pharmacy robotic cabinet
• To assist in the sorting and checking of all returned pharmaceuticals prior to recycling or disposal
• Ward top up and the supply of medicines to wards and clinical areas
• Processing of ward/department stock requests in accordance with GDP
• Processing of community orders to offsite clinics
• Receipting of Pharmacy orders
• General housekeeping e.g. filing, replenishing sundries, loading the Pharmacy robot

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job summary

Tapping House is a leading provider of palliative care services in Norfolk. We are an independent charity delivering innovative and specialist rehabilitative therapy, end of life care and bereavement services. The Dr Hugh Ford Inpatient Unit has nine beds, dedicated to delivering outstanding palliative and end of life care.

Hours to be worked on a rota basis including weekends, bank holidays and nights.

PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, we are not currently able to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Main duties of the job

This post, working under the guidance of the registered nurse and the therapy lead, supports the Inpatient Unit team to deliver high quality person centred care and a range of interventions to meet the needs of patients within the IPU setting using a holistic approach. The post holder plays a critical role in empowering the IPU team to embed the principles of rehabilitative palliative care.

This is an opportunity to be part of a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team, helping patients and their families during some of the most important moments of their lives.

If you are passionate about caring for others and want to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

Our modern building is located in peaceful and picturesque grounds and offers plenty of free parking and a subsidised onsite cafe.

Staff benefits:

• Access to blue light card
• Access to Complementary Therapy
• Onsite Cafe
• Free Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Harbourside Family Practice is looking to recruit a friendly, motivated and reliable Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our expanding clinical team on a part-time basis.

This is a varied and rewarding role supporting our patients with a range of clinical services, including phlebotomy, wound care and dressings, blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, NHS Health Checks and other routine healthcare procedures. The successful candidate will work closely with our GPs, nurses and wider practice team to provide high-quality, patient-centred care.

Previous experience within General Practice or a healthcare setting would be an advantage, and phlebotomy experience is particularly desirable. We are also keen to hear from candidates who are enthusiastic about developing their clinical skills, as appropriate training and competency assessment can be provided for additional aspects of the role.

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Assistant will provide a range of clinical services to our patients, including phlebotomy, wound care and dressings, blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, NHS Health Checks and smoking cessation support. The role will also include assisting GPs and nurses and undertaking other appropriate clinical duties following training and competency assessment. The post-holder will work closely with the wider clinical team, maintain accurate patient records and ensure that all care is delivered safely, professionally and in accordance with Practice policies and procedures.

About us

We are a high-achieving, five-partner PMS practice based in Portishead, a beautiful coastal town in North Somerset overlooking the Severn Estuary and within easy reach of Bristol.

We are proud of the quality of care and service we provide to our patients. In the 2023 NHS GP Patient Survey, we were rated as the 4th best-performing practice in BNSSG, reflecting the positive experience of our patients.

We are a forward-thinking practice with a strong emphasis on teamwork, patient-centred care and continuous improvement. We operate from a modern, purpose-built health centre with bright, spacious facilities, enabling our multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality clinical services to our growing population of approximately 11,500 patients.

As a training practice, we are committed to learning and development and provide a supportive environment in which members of our team can develop their skills and experience.

We have consistently achieved strong QOF results and were rated Good at our most recent CQC inspection. We are also proud to have a 4.4-star Google rating, further reflecting the positive experience of patients using our services.

Job summary

The Band 8a Occupational Health AHP Lead is a senior clinical and managerial role responsible for the leadership, governance and development of the Occupational Health Therapy service within the organisation.

The post holder provides day-to-day operational and strategic management of the Therapy Team, acts as the clinical lead for specialist therapy services within Occupational Health, and delivers high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including the assessment and treatment of a highly complex personal caseload across a variety of settings.

Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and senior AHP partners, the post holder provides professional and operational supervision to the therapies team and ensures access to appropriate specialist supervision for themselves and their staff. The role contributes to the overall success of the Occupational Health, Wellbeing & Staff Psychology department by ensuring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met, service outcomes are monitored, and continuous learning and development is embedded within the team, subject to available funding.

The post requires a flexible approach to working, including the ability to undertake weekend commitments when required, to meet service demands.

The post holder must have access to a car for business purposes and have a full, clean UK driver's licence.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Responsibilities

Manage and deliver a highly complex personal caseload within Occupational Health and Wellbeing (OHW), including assessment, intervention planning and monitoring of complex conditions; senior clinician for the most complex cases.

Provide highly specialist Occupational Health advice to patients/clients, carers and other health professionals, including expert input linked to clinical governance considerations.

Develop and coordinate delivery of specialist programmes of care across Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services.

Complete outreach and project-based clinical work aligned to Trust priorities (e.g. hotspot initiatives).

Apply advanced professional knowledge gained through degree-level education and postgraduate or Master's-equivalent training to specialist practice.

Leadership

Provide professional and operational leadership for the Occupational Health Therapy team.

Coordinate supervision and appraisal of senior and junior therapy staff in line with local guidelines.

Provide oversight of junior staff clinical delivery, including observation of assessments where required.

Review and reflect on own practice through professional and operational supervision.

Contribute to national-level guidance for Occupational Health and Work-focused Therapists.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job summary

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join the Pharmacy teams at University Hospital Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital as Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentices. This two-year fixed-term apprenticeship, commencing in February 2027, provides an excellent opportunity to begin a career as a registered Pharmacy Technician. Working alongside pharmacists and other healthcare professionals, you will support the safe and effective use of medicines while gaining experience across a range of pharmacy services. You will undertake a structured training programme leading to the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, combining full-time employment with academic study, workplace assessments and portfolio completion. One day each week is dedicated to study, although additional independent learning will be required. Throughout the programme, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to become a registered healthcare professional. On successful completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Applicants must have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English, Maths and one Science subject, and meet apprenticeship funding eligibility requirements. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Main duties of the job

• Contract: Fixed term 2 years (Apprenticeship)
• Start date: February 2027
• Location: Base site will be either Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich or University Hospital Lewisham

You will gain experience across a wide range of pharmacy services through a structured rotational training programme designed to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required of a registered pharmacy technician.

Rotations may include: Inpatient dispensary services: Outpatient pharmacy services: Community pharmacy placements: Clinical trials: Ward-based medicines management: Stores and procurement services.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will support the safe and effective supply and management of medicines while developing your professional, technical and communication skills.

A professional approach is essential, as the role requires balancing study commitments with work-based learning within a busy healthcare environment.

This is more than just a training programme. It is the beginning of a professional career where you will make a real difference to patients every day while developing the skills, knowledge and confidence to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

If you are enthusiastic about healthcare, committed to learning and ready to embrace the challenge of combining work and study, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey towards becoming a registered Pharmacy Technician with Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven pharmacist to join our friendly patient focused team at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. You will need to be motivated, organised, and willing to work as part of a team .

You will be responsible for leading, managing, delivering, planning and developing the clinical pharmacy service to Acute and Emergency Care.

Looking after our patients is never dull, optimising patient medicines and developing services as part of the acute team is key. There is always a new treatment combination, clinical trial, patient pathway development or new drug to be implemented to improve care.

So if you have a curious nature, like learning and enjoy a fast-paced action orientated environment and want to impact patient care for the better each day, please consider applying for our band 8a pharmacist position.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery and development of clinical pharmacy services within Acute and Emergency Care in liaison with the Pharmacy Team Lead for Integrated Medicine, promoting the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines. They will:

• Liaise with the relevant senior pharmacy, medical and nursing staff, other allied health professionals (AHPs) and managers to promote safe, evidence-based and cost-effective use of medication.
• Liaise with external health professionals (i.e., community / primary care network pharmacists) and stakeholders across the Integrated Care System (ICS) in streamlining processes and encouraging best practice.
• Provide a clinical pharmacy service to acute wards including specialist advice and participation on ward rounds and multidisciplinary team (MDT) reviews.
• Practice as an independent prescriber within agreed therapeutic areas, in accordance with the BHT Non-Medical Prescribing policy.
• Provide pharmacy leadership to the Integrated Medicine directorate, deputising for the Pharmacy Team Lead for Integrated Medicine as necessary.
• Demonstrate strong digital literacy and effectively utilise electronic prescribing and medicines administration (ePMA) and other digital clinical systems to support safe prescribing, medicines optimisation and service improvements.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year Per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

434-SCS7855636-A

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Education, Qualification & Training

Essential

• Registered Pharmacist: Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society / Royal College of Emergency Medicine / UK Clinical Pharmacist Association
• Post-graduate diploma in clinically pharmacy or recognised equivalent
• Independent Prescribing qualification
• RPS faculty Stage II accreditation
• Management Training

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of hospital pharmacy at Post Registration Pharmacist level
• Significant experience of delivery of pharmacy services to a broad range of specialties including Acute and Emergency Care
• Experience of delivery of clinical pharmacy service to a specialist level
• Evidence of significant relevant Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Experience of project management
• Experience of conducting audits

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

• Work, communicate and provide effective leadership within a team
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, at meetings, with patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner.
• Prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for personal and service development

Desirable

• Able to recognise limits of own competencies and to refer and seek advice from colleagues.
• Able to recognise and embrace new ideas and developments in clinical practice and implement under supervision of superiors

Special Circumstances

Essential

• Able to travel to other sites within the Trust and to venues for training

Person Specification Education, Qualification & Training Essential Registered Pharmacist: Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society / Royal College of Emergency Medicine / UK Clinical Pharmacist Association Post-graduate diploma in clinically pharmacy or recognised equivalent Independent Prescribing qualification RPS faculty Stage II accreditation Management Training Experience Essential Significant experience of hospital pharmacy at Post Registration Pharmacist level Significant experience of delivery of pharmacy services to a broad range of specialties including Acute and Emergency Care Experience of delivery of clinical pharmacy service to a specialist level Evidence of significant relevant Continuing Professional Development Desirable Experience of project management Experience of conducting audits Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Work, communicate and provide effective leadership within a team Clear and concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, at meetings, with patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner. Prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for personal and service development Desirable Able to recognise limits of own competencies and to refer and seek advice from colleagues. Able to recognise and embrace new ideas and developments in clinical practice and implement under supervision of superiors Special Circumstances Essential Able to travel to other sites within the Trust and to venues for training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.

The postholder will contribute to the provision of occupational therapy services within Bexley, for community mental health service users, working alongside the Occupational Therapist's (OT) within all community mental health teams to enable service users to reach their recovery potential, this role will specifically focus on supporting clients to engage in meaningful activities via group and one to one intervention, also including social inclusion. Promoting access to community resources and building social networks.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist (OT) the postholder will:

• Work as part of the Community Mental Health OT team
• Use technical, creative, sports and psychosocial skills to deliver occupational therapy intervention. This will be service user centred that will include groups and individual sessions to service users who experience mental health difficulties.
• Focus on social inclusion and skills development.
• Work autonomously under the guidance of community Mental Health Occupational therapists to implement treatment for service users with mental health issues impacting upon function. This will entail both group and 1-1 work.
• Provide treatment in accordance with individualised care plans under the supervision of an occupational therapist
• Support service users to build physical activity and community activities into their daily activities and routine, that are designed to support recovery and independence as directed by the occupational therapist.
• Report any safety or security concerns in order to maintain the safety of service users, staff and others.
• Take part in regular supervision and appraisal and participate in mandatory training
• Participate in multi-disciplinary working by exchanging appropriate information with service users, staff, carers. Maintaining adherence to data protection guidance and confidentiality at all times.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.

We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as theBractonCentre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,630 to £32,346 a year pa inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

277-8087281-CMH-A

Job locations

Erith Centre

Park Crescent

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

• To work effectively as a member of a team in providing groups that are community based therapeutic activities, this post aims to focus on promoting meaningful in the community. To use technical, creative, psychosocial and daily living skills to engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote independence, well-being and social inclusion. Under supervision of a registered OT, facilitate/co-facilitate planned community group work and individual activities.
• Engage in ongoing continuous assessment and treatment and adjust own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users. Contribute to formal OT assessments, under guidance of a registered OT and provide feedback on clients occupational functioning. Assist in the implementation, evaluation and modification of OT and team interventions. Under supervision of a registered OT, instruct and support service users to achieve their goals. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.

Communication

• To form professional relationships with service users, who often exhibit challenging behaviour, and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. To report effectively to the team on service users performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To communicate appropriately with carers.

Documentation

• To ensure that up to date written and electronic and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards. To open referrals and follow operational policy to managing caseload. To follow the processes for addressing complaints and incidents.

Professional

• To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant policies and procedures.

Leadership, supervision &appraisal

• In line with Trust guidelines, review and reflect on your own practise and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and personal development reviews.

Training staff &students

• To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting.

Servicedevelopment &delivery

• To participate in and contribute to the development of the OT service across the Service.

Professionaldevelopment

• To undertake relevant activities to meet personal development objectives identified with your supervisor. To develop and maintain a CPD portfolio.
• To keep a record of your training and development activities. To participate in and contribute to the MDT Clinical Development Meetings

Clinicalgovernance,quality, standards

• Participate in clinical governance activities i.e. critical appraisal, peer review. To have knowledge of risk assessment and management and incorporate these principles into your practice.

Linemanagement,staff, budgets

• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. To be responsible for equipment and supplies and where appropriate the management of petty cash.

Physical & MentalEffort

• Complex workload within a busy department

Research & practice development

• As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practise into your programme. Under the supervision of a qualified OT utilise evidence based practice in your everyday work. To participate in OT/team audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To work effectively as a member of a team in providing groups that are community based therapeutic activities, this post aims to focus on promoting meaningful in the community. To use technical, creative, psychosocial and daily living skills to engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote independence, well-being and social inclusion. Under supervision of a registered OT, facilitate/co-facilitate planned community group work and individual activities. Engage in ongoing continuous assessment and treatment and adjust own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users. Contribute to formal OT assessments, under guidance of a registered OT and provide feedback on clients occupational functioning. Assist in the implementation, evaluation and modification of OT and team interventions. Under supervision of a registered OT, instruct and support service users to achieve their goals. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. Communication To form professional relationships with service users, who often exhibit challenging behaviour, and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. To report effectively to the team on service users performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To communicate appropriately with carers. Documentation To ensure that up to date written and electronic and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards. To open referrals and follow operational policy to managing caseload. To follow the processes for addressing complaints and incidents. Professional To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant policies and procedures. Leadership, supervision &appraisal In line with Trust guidelines, review and reflect on your own practise and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and personal development reviews. Training staff &students To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting. Servicedevelopment &delivery To participate in and contribute to the development of the OT service across the Service. Professionaldevelopment To undertake relevant activities to meet personal development objectives identified with your supervisor. To develop and maintain a CPD portfolio. To keep a record of your training and development activities. To participate in and contribute to the MDT Clinical Development Meetings Clinicalgovernance,quality, standards Participate in clinical governance activities i.e. critical appraisal, peer review. To have knowledge of risk assessment and management and incorporate these principles into your practice. Linemanagement,staff, budgets To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. To be responsible for equipment and supplies and where appropriate the management of petty cash. Physical & MentalEffort Complex workload within a busy department Research & practice development As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practise into your programme. Under the supervision of a qualified OT utilise evidence based practice in your everyday work. To participate in OT/team audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor.

Person Specification

Training & Qualification

Essential

• NVQ 3 qualification or equivalent training + experience

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years experience of working with people in a caring setting/role

Desirable

• Experience of running groups

Skills/Abilities/Knowlege

Essential

• Good Communication skills
• Experience of working in a team
• Expression of interest in working within Occupational Therapy
• Good observation skills
• Group work skills
• Ability to work independently with supervision

Person Specification Training & Qualification Essential NVQ 3 qualification or equivalent training + experience Experience Essential At least 2 years experience of working with people in a caring setting/role Desirable Experience of running groups Skills/Abilities/Knowlege Essential Good Communication skills Experience of working in a team Expression of interest in working within Occupational Therapy Good observation skills Group work skills Ability to work independently with supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Erith Centre

Park Crescent

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Erith Centre

Park Crescent

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiasticClinical or Counselling Psychologistto join our CAMHS Tier 4 Alternative to Admission Day Hospital and Home Treatment service. Our service provides interventions for young people(ages 12-18) presentingwith complex mental health issuesincluding eating disorders, psychosis and mania, OCD and emotion dysregulationrequiring Tier-4 level care, but whobenefitfrom a more flexible,community basedapproach.

Working within an innovative and supportivemultidisciplinaryteamand supported by senior clinicians, you will deliver high-quality psychological assessment,formulationand evidence-based interventions. You will support with risk management and liaise with external agencies whererequired.You will contribute to the team's learning culture through supervision,mentoringand training, while championing diversity, inclusion, and trauma-informed, culturally sensitive practice to improve outcomes for service users and staff.

We arebased at WokinghamHospital but require the need for flexibility to support the delivery of our home treatment pathway.

Please note:We welcome applications fromfinal-yeartrainees, individuals who have completed all training requirements except their research portfolio, and those who have achieved their doctorate but are awaiting HCPC registration. Please review the job summary for full details of the conditions of appointment and include youranticipatedcompletion dates in your supporting information.

Main duties of the job

• Assessment andFormulation: Conduct clinical assessments and develop clear and detailed psychological formulation of the service user's presenting difficulties.

• Treatment Planning: In collaboration with the service user, carers,and multi-disciplinary colleagues, develop personalised treatment plans based on service user needs,assessment findings, formulation of the presenting problems, and evidence of effectivenessto support recoverygoalsand improve quality of life.

• Individual and GroupInterventions: Deliver evidence basedpsychologicalinterventions using a range ofmodels, specialisttechniques and modalities, and adapting interventions based on evolving needs and formulations.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary team clinicians and multi-agency representatives to ensure the delivery of integrated andpsychologically informedcare, coordinating and leading this whenrequired.

• Supervision and Training: In line with experience and development plans, provide supervision and mentorship to junior clinicians and trainees, contributing to their professional development and enhancing theinterventionsthey offer.

• Research and Development:Regularly undertake applied research that contributes to the evidence base for clinical practice, as well asparticipating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness of services.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,657 to £58,785 a year per annum ( Incl of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CFS782-B

Job locations

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

1.Post graduate doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent).

2.Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC)

3.Commitment to continuing professional development

4.Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to contact Dr Louise Bradbury,Principal Clinical Psychologist on 0118 9046888 ; Email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: 1.Post graduate doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent). 2.Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) 3.Commitment to continuing professional development 4.Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to contact Dr Louise Bradbury,Principal Clinical Psychologist on 0118 9046888 ; Email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Postgraduate doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology (or equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas)
• Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• (Eligibility for) Chartered Membership of British Psychological Society (BPS)

Desirable

• Additional training and accreditations (or working towards these) in relevant therapeutic approaches or psychological models to reflect post qualification interests/ specialism (e.g., specific therapy models and accreditations, Health Psychology, Neuropsychology etc).

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of training and/or interest and knowledge in psychological models or therapeutic approaches relevant to the post
• Commitment to continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant accrediting body

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in evidence-based ways with services users (and their carers/families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• Experience of dealing with highly distressing or emotional circumstances, such as serious mental illness, child and sexual abuse, exploitation, and complex family dynamics
• Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environments
• Experience of service development and carrying out clinical audits, evaluative research and applying the findings
• Experience of working with, and addressing, issues of diversity, including experience of working with diversity, multiculturalism, and equality of access to the service

Desirable

• Experience of delivering teaching and training to staff
• Experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and structured guidance to other staff

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities in the practice of assessment, formulation and intervention, relevant to the specialist modality and service area
• Knowledge and understanding of service evaluation, audit and research and how to undertake these activities in an NHS context, including how to implement learning
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex, technical and/or sensitive information to service users, their carers/families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside of an NHS setting
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, influence and engage with clinicians, stakeholders and service users to create change and improvement
• The ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster positive relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of the service within the wider health care system
• Advanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO, Outlook, databases, MS Office/Teams, One Consultation and the Internet)

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Able to work flexibly around working patterns as required
• Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Postgraduate doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology (or equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas) Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) (Eligibility for) Chartered Membership of British Psychological Society (BPS) Desirable Additional training and accreditations (or working towards these) in relevant therapeutic approaches or psychological models to reflect post qualification interests/ specialism (e.g., specific therapy models and accreditations, Health Psychology, Neuropsychology etc). Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of training and/or interest and knowledge in psychological models or therapeutic approaches relevant to the post Commitment to continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant accrediting body Experience Essential Experience of working in evidence-based ways with services users (and their carers/families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse Experience of dealing with highly distressing or emotional circumstances, such as serious mental illness, child and sexual abuse, exploitation, and complex family dynamics Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environments Experience of service development and carrying out clinical audits, evaluative research and applying the findings Experience of working with, and addressing, issues of diversity, including experience of working with diversity, multiculturalism, and equality of access to the service Desirable Experience of delivering teaching and training to staff Experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and structured guidance to other staff Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Demonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities in the practice of assessment, formulation and intervention, relevant to the specialist modality and service area Knowledge and understanding of service evaluation, audit and research and how to undertake these activities in an NHS context, including how to implement learning Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex, technical and/or sensitive information to service users, their carers/families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside of an NHS setting Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, influence and engage with clinicians, stakeholders and service users to create change and improvement The ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster positive relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of the service within the wider health care system Advanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO, Outlook, databases, MS Office/Teams, One Consultation and the Internet) Additional Requirements Essential Able to work flexibly around working patterns as required Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Adult Community Rehabilitation Team provides rehabilitation for adults aged 18+ across City and Hackney. We deliver high-quality, person-centred care that supports people to maximise independence, achieve meaningful goals and improve their quality of life within their local communities.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Physiotherapist to join our Physical Conditions pathway. The role offers the opportunity to provide specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for adults with complex physical health conditions.

Working closely with Band 7 colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will provide clinical leadership, contribute to service improvement and quality improvement initiatives, and support the development of innovative rehabilitation pathways. You will also supervise junior staff and students and work with service leads.

Applicants should have substantial community rehabilitation experience, excellent clinical and communication skills, experience of multidisciplinary working, strong leadership qualities and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care.

In return, we offer flexible working, excellent supervision, CPD opportunities and a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about community rehabilitation and making a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

o Senior member of the specialist interdisciplinary Adult Community Rehabilitation Team which includes Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Rehabilitation Assistants and administrators support the team. The team works with clients aged 16 onwards with complex physical disabilities (including palliative, HIV and clients with mental health issues).

o Lead, manage and co-ordinate the provision of the Physiotherapy service within the Adult Community Rehabilitation Team.

o Undertake highly specialist physiotherapy assessment and intervention as an autonomous practitioner.

o The post holder will be working in a challenging socioeconomic environment involving clients who have highly complex social problems and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job summary

The Children's Integrated Speech and Language Therapy Service for Hackney and the City is a unique partnership between health and education and has grown into a large dynamic team that delivers innovative models of working. It is a welcoming, fun and supportive place to work. With well-established clinical supervision and access to CPD it is a great place to make the move and become a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist.

This post is part of our service to Special Schools, Complex Needs and Autistic children.

The current allocation for this specialist speech and language therapist post is:

• Ickburgh Special School
• Complex Needs Specialist Support (communication, AAC and dysphagia)

As a specialist speech and language therapist, in the future you may work across sessions in:

• Specialist Settings
• As well as some mainstream schools (most often with autistic and complex children).

It is an excellent chance to be part of an exciting and growing SaLT network within this clinical area raising awareness of SLCN and providing holistic, relevant and functional support to children, and the professionals around them. Preferences will be discussed at interview, and the exact combination of the post will be dependent on interest, experience and service need.

Main duties of the job

The sessions will as part of the Complex Needs, Autism and Special Schools service. In special schools this will be with primary and / or secondary/post-16 age students. Main duties across special schools and Complex specialist support include:

• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and intervention for children and young people with dysphagia, speech, language and communication needs across community, education and specialist settings.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, nurseries and a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care and empower others to support children's communication and feeding needs.Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary planning and management of complex cases, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based practice.
• Support the development of the wider workforce through supervision, joint working, training and clinical education of therapists, assistants, volunteers and students.
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers, ensuring they are fully informed, involved and equipped with strategies to support their child.
• Contribute to service development by identifying emerging needs, advising senior clinicians and managers, and supporting continuous improvement of specialist children's speech and language therapy services.

We embrace flexible working and will consider applicants who wish to work part-time. If at all interested we strongly suggest that you call or email to discuss these posts.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£47,951 to £56,863 a year pro rata p.a. inc.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Term time hours

Reference number

293-CCS-0942

Job locations

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

6 Orsman Road

London

N1 5RA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page. The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent (Post-Graduate Diploma or MSc in Speech and Language therapy leading to registration with HCPC)
• Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice
• Successful completion of short courses related to specialism
• Post basic of Intermediate dysphagia qualification or equivalent clinical experience

Desirable

• Clinical supervisors course for staff and students
• Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist
• Infant feeding course or equivalent

Other Requirements

Essential

• Understanding of the Trust values
• Commitment to equal opportunities
• Ability and willingness to travel round the borough
• Passion for the clinical area

Experience

Essential

• Post-graduate experience in relevant specialist area
• Evidence of having received mentoring support in the relevant specialist area
• Experience of providing clinical supervision to SaLT students
• Experience of instigating and managing change

Desirable

• Other relevant experience (eg personal experience of children, previous experience of working with children and /or people with other disabilities)

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening, tact, and empathy
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, including with children, parents, other professionals and colleagues
• Ability to share sensitive and complex information with families and professionals.
• Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
• Well developed negotiation, problem solving & conflict resolution skills
• Able to adapt to a range of clinical areas, and to seek advice appropriately
• Good level of computer literacy e.g. able to use MS Office including Outlook, Powerpoint & Excel
• Able to contribute to project work associate with developing and evaluating new service areas
• Able to work independently e.g. if line manager / supervisor off site
• Able to plan assessments and interventions, including use and interpretation of a range of assessment tools
• Good organisational and prioritisation skills
• Established skills with managing less complex dysphagia
• Ability to assess the AAC needs of children/young people and provide appropriate intervention

Desirable

• Speaker of a relevant community language
• Able to manage more complex dysphagia

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the roles of other professionals
• Well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group.
• Knowledge of standards of record keeping and confidentiality issues
• Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit
• Well established knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the specialist client group)
• Well established knowledge of a range of assessment and appropriate therapeutic interventions for children with dysphagia and/or complex needs, and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits

Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent (Post-Graduate Diploma or MSc in Speech and Language therapy leading to registration with HCPC) Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice Successful completion of short courses related to specialism Post basic of Intermediate dysphagia qualification or equivalent clinical experience Desirable Clinical supervisors course for staff and students Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist Infant feeding course or equivalent Other Requirements Essential Understanding of the Trust values Commitment to equal opportunities Ability and willingness to travel round the borough Passion for the clinical area Experience Essential Post-graduate experience in relevant specialist area Evidence of having received mentoring support in the relevant specialist area Experience of providing clinical supervision to SaLT students Experience of instigating and managing change Desirable Other relevant experience (eg personal experience of children, previous experience of working with children and /or people with other disabilities) Skills/ Abilities Essential Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening, tact, and empathy Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, including with children, parents, other professionals and colleagues Ability to share sensitive and complex information with families and professionals. Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically Well developed negotiation, problem solving & conflict resolution skills Able to adapt to a range of clinical areas, and to seek advice appropriately Good level of computer literacy e.g. able to use MS Office including Outlook, Powerpoint & Excel Able to contribute to project work associate with developing and evaluating new service areas Able to work independently e.g. if line manager / supervisor off site Able to plan assessments and interventions, including use and interpretation of a range of assessment tools Good organisational and prioritisation skills Established skills with managing less complex dysphagia Ability to assess the AAC needs of children/young people and provide appropriate intervention Desirable Speaker of a relevant community language Able to manage more complex dysphagia Knowledge Essential Understanding of the roles of other professionals Well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group. Knowledge of standards of record keeping and confidentiality issues Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit Well established knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the specialist client group) Well established knowledge of a range of assessment and appropriate therapeutic interventions for children with dysphagia and/or complex needs, and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

6 Orsman Road

London

N1 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

6 Orsman Road

London

N1 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is a unique opportunity to join the Children's Integrated Speech and Language Therapy Service for Hackney and the City, a collaborative health and education partnership delivering high-quality, family-centred care. Working within a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will support babies, children and young people with complex communication, developmental and feeding needs across hospital and community settings.

The role offers a varied caseload across Homerton Hospital's Level 3 Neonatal Unit, the Starlight Paediatric Ward, and community early years services. You will use your specialist skills to assess, diagnose and deliver interventions for premature infants, children with complex disabilities, autism, learning disabilities and dysphagia, while working closely with families and professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes.

You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking service that values collaboration, innovation and clinical excellence. This rewarding role provides excellent opportunities to develop and broaden your expertise across both acute and community settings, including specialist experience in neonatology, paediatrics, complex needs and dysphagia, while making a lasting difference to the lives of children and families from diverse communities.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver specialist assessment, intervention and management for babies, children and young people with dysphagia, speech, language and communication needs across hospital, community, home and educational settings.
• Work collaboratively with families, multidisciplinary professionals and hospital staff to provide high-quality, family-integrated care and support positive outcomes.
• Empower parents, carers and staff through training, advice and strategies that enable them to support children's eating, drinking and communication needs.
• Contribute to the development of less experienced colleagues through joint working, supervision, student education and support for assistants and volunteers.
• Work as part of a specialist team managing complex needs, helping to ensure safe, evidence-based and effective service delivery.
• Support service development by working with Clinical Leads and Service Managers to identify emerging needs, pressures and opportunities for improvement.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist to lead the clinical pharmacy service across the Dartford and Medway locality.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a key clinical role within mental health services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective and person-centred medicines optimisation.

You will provide expert clinical pharmacy input, contribute to multidisciplinary ward rounds, support and educate patients, undertake clinical audit, and provide specialist medicines advice.

We are looking for a qualified pharmacist with experience in mental health. A postgraduate qualification in psychiatric pharmacy or relevant mental health experience is essential. You will also participate in the on-call clinical pharmacist rota.We are committed to your professional development, with ongoing training, clinical supervision and support from the wider Trust pharmacy team. Opportunities include support with postgraduate qualifications in mental health pharmacy and NHS leadership development programmes.The post is based at Littlebrook Hospital in Dartford, with travel to other sites across North Kent as required.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will lead the delivery and development of a comprehensive medicines optimisation service to the inpatient wards across the locality.

They will have a key role in implementing and monitoring clinical pharmacy standards and will work closely with the Lead Pharmacist for Service Development, Chief Pharmacist and Deputy Chief Pharmacist to identify service gaps, drive improvements and ensure the delivery of a high-quality clinical pharmacy service.

The post holder will have responsibility for designated areas of service management and will provide professional and line management to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians within the locality.

They will work collaboratively with other Lead Pharmacists to develop and undertake clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and service development projects, evaluating outcomes and implementing improvements in line with pharmacy and Trust priorities and objectives.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, youngpeopleand adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mentalillness, butlive well.It'swhywe'repassionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive,curiousand confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a teamthat'sworking well together.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum plus High Cost Area Supplement

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

380-SS0828

Job locations

Littlebrook Hospital

Greenacres, Bow Arrow Lane, Stone,

Dartford, Kent,

DA2 6PB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification

What is High Cost Area Allowance?

The High-Cost Area (HCA) allowance, also referred to as London Weighting is a payment made to employees who work in London and the surrounding areas.

As this post is based in Dartford, Gravesham or Swanley, the successful applicant will receive an additional payment each month. 5% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £1,258 and a maximum payment of £2,121. (the agreed annual amount will be divided into 12 equal amounts and paid monthly).

We are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification What is High Cost Area Allowance? The High-Cost Area (HCA) allowance, also referred to as London Weighting is a payment made to employees who work in London and the surrounding areas. As this post is based in Dartford, Gravesham or Swanley, the successful applicant will receive an additional payment each month. 5% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £1,258 and a maximum payment of £2,121. (the agreed annual amount will be divided into 12 equal amounts and paid monthly). We are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Master's Degree in Pharmacy
• Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council, with at least 5 year's post graduate experience
• Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent specialist knowledge, acquired through a broad spectrum of clinical pharmacy training and experience

Desirable

• Practice Supervisor Qualification
• Postgraduate qualification in Psychopharmacology
• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification or working towards this qualification
• Leadership qualification

Experience

Essential

• 2 years' experience of working in Mental Health services
• An awareness of NHS Plan, National Service Framework (NSF), and clinical governance priorities
• Evidence of Education, training, performance management and development of staff
• Proven experience in managing change or developing and delivering pharmacy services
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings
• Experience of leading undertaking clinical audits

Desirable

• Experience of budget setting and management of drugs budgets
• Experience of Medicines Information / dealing with complex queries
• Experience of Quality improvement.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• High level of analytical skills and problem solving ability, to ensure that the post holder is able to provide advice on complex issues relating to medicine management and Trust policies.
• Knowledge and experience of Primary and Secondary Care working
• High level of Interpersonal skills, to ensure that the post holder is able to effectively exchange highly complex and sensitive information with patients and relatives, prescribers and senior managers
• IT skills - word-processing, PowerPoint, Excel, statistical package and internet use, so that the post holder can communicate effectively with other Health care professionals and for training purposes.
• Up to date knowledge of prescribing issues in Mental Health

Desirable

• Good project management skills

Person Specification Qualification Essential Master's Degree in Pharmacy Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council, with at least 5 year's post graduate experience Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent specialist knowledge, acquired through a broad spectrum of clinical pharmacy training and experience Desirable Practice Supervisor Qualification Postgraduate qualification in Psychopharmacology Non-Medical Prescribing qualification or working towards this qualification Leadership qualification Experience Essential 2 years' experience of working in Mental Health services An awareness of NHS Plan, National Service Framework (NSF), and clinical governance priorities Evidence of Education, training, performance management and development of staff Proven experience in managing change or developing and delivering pharmacy services Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings Experience of leading undertaking clinical audits Desirable Experience of budget setting and management of drugs budgets Experience of Medicines Information / dealing with complex queries Experience of Quality improvement. Knowledge & Skills Essential Good written and verbal communication skills High level of analytical skills and problem solving ability, to ensure that the post holder is able to provide advice on complex issues relating to medicine management and Trust policies. Knowledge and experience of Primary and Secondary Care working High level of Interpersonal skills, to ensure that the post holder is able to effectively exchange highly complex and sensitive information with patients and relatives, prescribers and senior managers IT skills - word-processing, PowerPoint, Excel, statistical package and internet use, so that the post holder can communicate effectively with other Health care professionals and for training purposes. Up to date knowledge of prescribing issues in Mental Health Desirable Good project management skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlebrook Hospital

Greenacres, Bow Arrow Lane, Stone,

Dartford, Kent,

DA2 6PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlebrook Hospital

Greenacres, Bow Arrow Lane, Stone,

Dartford, Kent,

DA2 6PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are a well-established Psychological Therapies Team that values collaboration, innovation, and compassionate care. We are committed to creating an environment where clinicians feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

We are seeking an motivated Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or Psychotherapist to join our team at Band 7. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives we would love to hear from you.

Our team consists ofClinical Psychologists, Psychotherapists, and Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner (MHWP) providing evidence-based psychological care. We work in close partnership with the wider multidisciplinary team, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients, their families, carers, and wider support networks.

We are proud to provide a broad range of specialist psychological therapies, including:

• Mentalisation-Based Treatment (MBT)
• Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
• EMDR
• Art Psychotherapy
• Systemic Family Therapy
• Couples Therapy
• CBT

We are committed to providing excellent supervision.

• Weekly team-based supervision alternating with reflective practice and peer supervision.
• External group supervision monthly.
• A collaborative culture where learning and curiosity are actively encouraged.
• Strong peer support from experienced psychological therapy professionals

Main duties of the job

You will have the opportunity to be involved in providing assessment and treatment (individual and group), participating in multidisciplinary staff development and supervision, enhancing the provision of psychological therapies for adult mental health, especially for client and their families impacted by complex emotional difficulties, and severe and enduring mental illness including psychosis.

As a key member of the team, you will provide psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention for adults experiencing a range of complex mental health difficulties. You will have opportunities to contribute to service development, consultation, teaching, and the continued growth of psychologically informed practice across the service.

We are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

Job summary

The successful applicant will be required to work as part of a team of booking officers who are responsible for providing a comprehensive and patient-orientated service dealing with IR imaging orders across a range of modalities for cancer and none cancer related reasons; supporting timely management aligned to Trust and National guidelines. The booking and scheduling team are cross site based and the team currently operate 7 days between the hours of 8am and 8pm on a rota basis.

This is a multi-skilled role, and the post holder will be expected to rotate on a regular basis within different areas/modalities but will be based within the IR Imaging booking team at the Manchester Royal Infirmary. The team are also responsible for running checks aligned to HIVE to ensure internal targets are met and orders are managed within HIVE as expected.

The team are supported by an assistant and a waiting list manager per modality who support initial training and guide on day-to-day expectations.

Main duties of the job

On a rota basis to book and schedule aligned to referrer order priority for an extensive range of IR imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety is a consideration in all we do - this will require discussion for some procedures relating to general health conditions and medications which maybe contraindicated.

Validate orders against clinical indication - at times amending orders to reflect expected delivery times.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-CSS-7833085-RL4

Job locations

RMCH

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

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

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

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

What is a DBS Check?

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

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

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

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

Who Needs a DBS Check

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

The Costs for a DBS

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

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

DBS Update Service

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oMaths & English GSCE or equivalent experience

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent communication skills
• oAble to work effectively in a busy office environment
• oOrganisational skills - ability to manage time well
• oSuccessful experience in customer relations role; face to face and telephone
• oAble to work flexibly and meet deadlines

Desirable

• oExperience of working in Healthcare setting
• oAbility to share knowledge and support training of staff

Knowledge

Essential

• oComputer literate

Desirable

• oKnowledge of NHS waiting lists and associated KPIs
• oAwareness of hospital environments
• oUnderstanding of medical/radiology terminology

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oMaths & English GSCE or equivalent experience Skills Essential oExcellent communication skills oAble to work effectively in a busy office environment oOrganisational skills - ability to manage time well oSuccessful experience in customer relations role; face to face and telephone oAble to work flexibly and meet deadlines Desirable oExperience of working in Healthcare setting oAbility to share knowledge and support training of staff Knowledge Essential oComputer literate Desirable oKnowledge of NHS waiting lists and associated KPIs oAwareness of hospital environments oUnderstanding of medical/radiology terminology

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RMCH

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RMCH

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Our innovative Rapid Response & Intermediate Care service is expanding across Buckinghamshire - and we need you to join our Buckingham team.

Watch our RRIC team talk about their roles - and why you should join them:https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/rric

• Your mission:To provide expert interventions and rehabilitation as part of a dynamic, tight-knit team that reacts quickly when people are in crisis.
• Your aim:To help patients stay in their own home, empowering recovery and preventing unnecessary hospitalisation. You'll also support early discharge from hospital and patients at the end of life.
• Your role:Add your expertise to our multi-disciplinary community team working with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Specialist Paramedics, Paramedics, Pharmacists, Community Healthcare Assistant Practitioners or Healthcare Assistants.
• Who are we?We're part of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, based in 7 locations across the county, including a North and a South Urgent Community Response Squad. Together we operate as one mission force, collaborating with colleagues across all sectors of health and social care.
• Who are you? If you're committed to excellence, motivated by developing your clinical skills, driven by being at the cutting edge of healthcare delivery and thrive as part of our North Team (including Thame, Aylesbury and Buckingham) choose #MissionRRIC today.

Main duties of the job

#MissionRRIC

Your main duties include:

• Providing triage, comprehensive specialist assessment, review, case management and evaluation of the needs of patients and carers
• Being responsible for planning programmes of care to promote health gain and maximise independence, actively case managing patients through their journeys
• Allocating appropriate workloads to members of the Rapid Response & Intermediate Care (RRIC) team
• Working with a range of professionals in order to ensure care is appropriate and delivered in a timely manner.
• Demonstrating professional skills and competence in leadership, care planning / co-ordination, and care and treatment delivery.Support the development of clinical pathways

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

• Our visionis to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our missionis to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our carevalues are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

434-CR7914510-H

Job locations

Marlow Community Hospital

Marlow

SL7 1DJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Disclaimer: The trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications and therefore early submission is recommended. Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number. Disclaimer: The trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications and therefore early submission is recommended. Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Registered Allied Healthcare Professional with HCPC - Occupational Therapist
• Degree/ Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Experience of recent Continuous Professional Development.
• Relevant post graduate clinical training e.g. Elderly Long Term Conditions Respiratory Disease Cardiac Disease Trauma, Orthopaedics & End of Life

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Demonstrate experience post or pre-registration placements in relevant clinical areas for therapists:- Care of Elderly Orthopaedics Neurology Respiratory Palliative Care Long term conditions
• In depth experience of working within multi-agency/multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience participating in research or audit project.
• Experience of working in a community/in-patient setting for a minimum of 2 years post registration
• Experience of working with single assessment process.
• Experience of electronic clinical systems.
• Experience of day-to-day staff management e.g. case allocation to Health Care Assistants

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Demonstrate profession specific clinical assessment planning delivery and evaluation skills.
• Ability to motivate staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-Awareness
• Presentation skills

Desirable

• Ability to manage complex cases.
• Teaching patients, carers, and colleagues
• Presentation skills
• IT Skills.
• Report writing skills.
• Knowledge of modernisation agenda within the NHS and social care.
• Ability to develop and maintain partnership working.
• Knowledge of legal requirement for working with vulnerable adults and those who lack capacity.

Special Circumstances

Essential

• Valid and current driving licence and car to be able to travel to locations throughout Buckinghamshire.

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Registered Allied Healthcare Professional with HCPC - Occupational Therapist Degree/ Diploma in Occupational Therapy Experience of recent Continuous Professional Development. Relevant post graduate clinical training e.g. Elderly Long Term Conditions Respiratory Disease Cardiac Disease Trauma, Orthopaedics & End of Life EXPERIENCE Essential Demonstrate experience post or pre-registration placements in relevant clinical areas for therapists:- Care of Elderly Orthopaedics Neurology Respiratory Palliative Care Long term conditions In depth experience of working within multi-agency/multi-disciplinary team Desirable Experience participating in research or audit project. Experience of working in a community/in-patient setting for a minimum of 2 years post registration Experience of working with single assessment process. Experience of electronic clinical systems. Experience of day-to-day staff management e.g. case allocation to Health Care Assistants SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Demonstrate profession specific clinical assessment planning delivery and evaluation skills. Ability to motivate staff. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Self-Awareness Presentation skills Desirable Ability to manage complex cases. Teaching patients, carers, and colleagues Presentation skills IT Skills. Report writing skills. Knowledge of modernisation agenda within the NHS and social care. Ability to develop and maintain partnership working. Knowledge of legal requirement for working with vulnerable adults and those who lack capacity. Special Circumstances Essential Valid and current driving licence and car to be able to travel to locations throughout Buckinghamshire.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Marlow Community Hospital

Marlow

SL7 1DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Marlow Community Hospital

Marlow

SL7 1DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit a talented Team Leader to join the Adult Community Mental Health Service (ACMHS) leadership team in St. Albans.

Come and work in an outstanding Trust to develop and deliver community treatment in mental health!

Car driver essential as this role is community based, the post holder will need a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes - including business insurance (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• be an experienced Mental Health clinician (Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist)
• have excellent assessment and risk management skills
• embrace and drive change and innovation
• be a skilled and intuitive communicator with experience of providing leadership
• work directly with the Service Manager
• receive support, development and direction from your leadership colleagues

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move into their first management role or for an experienced manager who wishes to take a change in direction and who can take the service forward with enthusiasm and a passion for continuous quality improvement.

In return, we can offer you:

• leadership and management training opportunities
• 5% on top of basic salary high cost allowance supplement (subject to a minimum and a maximum payment pro rata)
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• One of the UK's best pension schemes
• Free Pilates lessons
• Special leave for family and personal reasons
• NHS Car Lease Scheme (for substantive staff)
• Employee Assistance Programme

Our staff survey results tell a story of highly engaged, motivated, passionate people working at HPFT. The survey has shown that staff overwhelmingly believe that their role makes a difference to service users, to the extent that HPFT had the best score nationally for this question.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission

Our family of over 4,000 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,657 to £58,785 a year Per annum, Pro rata (5% HCAS Included)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

367-ACMS-101573

Job locations

St. Albans ACMHS

99 Waverley Road

St. Albans

AL3 5TL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work in collaboration with the Community Mental Health Services Manager, to ensure the highest standards of practice and service delivery.

To work as part of the Mental Health Directorate to deliver the services required under the National Service Framework for Mental Health

To provide day to day management, leadership and supervision to a multi- disciplinary community mental health service team.

The Team Leader will manage nurses, social workers, occupational therapists and other staff, ensuring that the needs of service users are met through the effective deployment of these staff. They will also maintain a clinical role and/ or a caseload dependent on sector need.

You will contribute at a local level to the development and implementation of policies and procedures.

You may on occasion deputise for the Community Mental Health Services Manager in his or her absence, as agreed with the Service Line Leader.

You will ensure, in collaboration with other professional colleagues that professional practice meets standards as set by HPFT and/or professional statutes and bodies.

For a more in-depth Person and Job Specification please see attached.

Job description Job responsibilities To work in collaboration with the Community Mental Health Services Manager, to ensure the highest standards of practice and service delivery. To work as part of the Mental Health Directorate to deliver the services required under the National Service Framework for Mental Health To provide day to day management, leadership and supervision to a multi- disciplinary community mental health service team. The Team Leader will manage nurses, social workers, occupational therapists and other staff, ensuring that the needs of service users are met through the effective deployment of these staff. They will also maintain a clinical role and/ or a caseload dependent on sector need. You will contribute at a local level to the development and implementation of policies and procedures. You may on occasion deputise for the Community Mental Health Services Manager in his or her absence, as agreed with the Service Line Leader. You will ensure, in collaboration with other professional colleagues that professional practice meets standards as set by HPFT and/or professional statutes and bodies. For a more in-depth Person and Job Specification please see attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN/DipSW/CQSW/OT qualification
• Evidence of current registration with NMC, GSCC or HPC

Desirable

• Cert or Dip. in management

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Essential

• Clear understanding of the needs of people with mental health difficulties
• Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation, theory and policies relating to mental health; such as Community Care Legislation, Mental Health Act, the Personalisation agenda, Social Inclusion etc
• The ability to lead a multi-professional team and provide ongoing operational, clinical and professional supervision
• The ability to assess complex needs and work effectively with service users, their carers and social networks
• Able to establish and maintain effective links with statutory and non-statutory partners
• The ability to prioritise work and deliver to agreed time scales and standards
• Excellent team working skills, with the ability to negotiate compromise and resolve conflict
• Able to write structured, detailed and clear reports and record client information in accordance with statutory requirements and trust's guidelines
• Have a clear understanding of the key strategic issues for mental health services
• Commitment to working within equal opportunities and anti discriminatory practice

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post qualifying experience of working with people with mental health problems in the community
• Experience of providing clinical and management supervision

Desirable

• Experience of work as Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Best Interests Assessor
• Experience of working in an integrated health and social care environment
• Involvement in the development of a new service or of change management

Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN/DipSW/CQSW/OT qualification Evidence of current registration with NMC, GSCC or HPC Desirable Cert or Dip. in management Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Essential Clear understanding of the needs of people with mental health difficulties Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation, theory and policies relating to mental health; such as Community Care Legislation, Mental Health Act, the Personalisation agenda, Social Inclusion etc The ability to lead a multi-professional team and provide ongoing operational, clinical and professional supervision The ability to assess complex needs and work effectively with service users, their carers and social networks Able to establish and maintain effective links with statutory and non-statutory partners The ability to prioritise work and deliver to agreed time scales and standards Excellent team working skills, with the ability to negotiate compromise and resolve conflict Able to write structured, detailed and clear reports and record client information in accordance with statutory requirements and trust's guidelines Have a clear understanding of the key strategic issues for mental health services Commitment to working within equal opportunities and anti discriminatory practice Experience Essential Extensive post qualifying experience of working with people with mental health problems in the community Experience of providing clinical and management supervision Desirable Experience of work as Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Best Interests Assessor Experience of working in an integrated health and social care environment Involvement in the development of a new service or of change management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Albans ACMHS

99 Waverley Road

St. Albans

AL3 5TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Albans ACMHS

99 Waverley Road

St. Albans

AL3 5TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

To provide a high quality, evidence-based clinical pharmacy service for cancer services and parenteral nutrition.

To work as part of the technical services team ensuring the provision of a responsive, high quality, safe and effective service to the customers of the unit.

To be named on the Trust register of pharmacists accredited to clinically screen chemotherapy prescriptions.

To be named on the Trust intrathecal register for the clinical verification and final check & release of intrathecal chemotherapy.

To promote the safe, rational and cost effective use of medicines across the care group.

Main duties of the job

To provide, as part of a team, an excellent service comprising elements of:

• Cancer & Technical Services
• Clinical Services & Patient Care
• Governance, Information and Data Management
• Staff Management & Training
• Research & Development
• Communication and Relationships

For detail, see below

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream