Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Social Worker
• Degree level qualification and or equivalent level of skills, knowledge and experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Knowledge

Essential

• In-depth knowledge of social care issues and how this relates to care delivery.
• Highly developed specialist knowledge across a range of interventions, legal frameworks and assessment methods which are relevant to learning
• Working knowledge of current legislation and national initiatives

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with professionals, colleagues and other stakeholders both verbally and written
• The ability to absorb, interpret and manipulate new information quickly.
• The ability to work with a wide range of staff groups

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guild Lodge

Preston

PR3 2JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Core Duties

The Social Prescribing Link Worker will:

• Take referrals from within TLCP Practice/PCN. These could come from a number of sources such as GPs, nurses, pharmacists, INT, Care Navigators, and care coordinators.
• Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their wellbeing, live independently and improve their health outcomes;
• Develop trusting relationships by giving people time and focus on what matters to them;
• Take a holistic approach, based on the persons priorities, and the wider determinants of health;
• Co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services; including capturing the physical and mental vitals.
• Evaluate the individual impact of a persons wellness progress.
• Manage and prioritise their own caseload, in accordance with the needs, priorities and any urgent support required by individuals on the caseload.
• Where required and as appropriate, refer people back to other health professionals within the network eg when there is a mental health need requiring a qualified practitioner.
• Draw on and increase the strengths and capacities of local communities, enabling local VCSE organisations and community groups to receive social prescribing referrals. They will ensure those organisations and groups are supported, have basic safeguarding processes for vulnerable individuals and can provide opportunities for the person to develop friendships, a sense of belonging, and build knowledge, skills and confidence.
• Work together with all local partners and members of the PCN MDT to collectively ensure that local VCSE organisations and community groups are sustainable and that community assets are nurtured, by making them aware of small grants or micro-commissioning if available, including providing support to set up new community groups and services, where gaps are identified in local provision.
• Have a role in educating non-clinical and clinical staff within the organisation what other services and support are available within the community and how and when patients can access them. This may include verbal or written advice and guidance.

Other Duties:

• Work within the policies of the scheme and Practices.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of health and safety procedures. Participate in data-led evaluation of the service.
• Promote client involvement in the management of the service.
• Participate in regular supervision sessions and appraisals with your line manager. Attend training and development activities as identified and participate in meetings as required. Take an active role in reflecting, reviewing and developing professional knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Maintain administration systems and workspace used in a clean and tidy condition.
• Attend site MDTs to embed relationships and promote social prescribing across the PCN.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of clients and use appropriate judgement to ascertain the number and length of sessions required, whilst being mindful of service capacity.
• Undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post and within the post holders clinical competence.
• Proactively develop strong links with local agencies and seek regular feedback about referral quality, as well as the impact of social prescribing on referral agencies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards
• Is enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from appropriate training as set out by the Personalised Care Institute
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development

Desirable

• Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly in a community development context, adult health and social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work)
• Experience of supporting people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work)
• Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity
• Experience of working with the VCSE sector (in a paid or unpaid capacity), including with volunteers and small community groups
• Experience of data collection and using tools to measure the impact of services
• Ability to work flexibly and enthusiastically within a team or on own initiative
• Knowledge of, and ability to work to, policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety
• Have awareness and understanding of when it is appropriate or necessary to refer people back to other health professionals/agencies, when the persons needs are beyond the scope of the role for example, when there is a mental health need requiring a qualified practitioner

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to actively listen, empathise with people and provide person-centred support in a non-judgemental way
• Able to provide a culturally sensitive service, by supporting people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities
• Able to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence, motivating others to reach their potential and providing motivational coaching to support behaviour change, adapting to individual levels of activation and health literacy
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people, their families, carers, community groups, partner agencies and stakeholders, adapting communication styles accordingly; possesses a high level of written and oral communication skills
• Commitment to collaborative working with all local agencies (including VCSE organisations and community groups). Able to work with others to reduce hierarchies and find creative solutions to community issues, with demonstrable experience of partnership working and of building and maintaining effective relationships across a variety of organisations and colleagues
• Can demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and ability to work well under pressure

Other

Essential

• Meets DBS enhanced reference standards and criminal record checks
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands
• Access to transport and ability to travel across the locality regularly, including to visit people in their own homes and support people to attend activities as appropriate.

Desirable

• Driving License

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the personalised care approach. Utilises the evidence base for social prescribing interventions and activities.
• Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers
• Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Knowledge of community development approaches including asset-based community development and community resilience
• Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports
• Able to work from an asset-based approach, building on existing community and personal assets
• Understanding of the needs of small volunteer-led community groups and ability to contribute to supporting their development
• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Confidently approaches difficult conversations

Desirable

• Local knowledge of VCSE and community services
• Knowledge of how the NHS works, including primary care and MDT working

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

The Lewisham Care Partnership

Address

56-60 Loampit Vale

Lewisham

London

SE13 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thelewishamcarepartnership.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Speech and Language Therapy professional qualification.
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• Registered with RCSLT
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification.
• Membership of relevant Clinical Education Networks

Experience

Essential

• Able to apply a high level of knowledge & skills in clinical setting
• Experience of service delivery in acute and community settings
• Relevant highly specialist experience.
• Evidence of effective leadership

Desirable

• Experience of training students and/or colleagues.
• Participation in audit; research projects; service development
• Post registration experience in a NHS community environment

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• In depth knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits.
• Well established knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to the specialist client group guidelines including knowledge and competency in instrumental assessments
• Understanding the roles of other professionals and the principles of partnership working with key stake holders.
• Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues, research and audit
• The ability to maintain up to date clinical knowledge and skills.
• Ability to effectively manage staff and to undertake appraisals
• Able to make decisions involving complex facts and situations, plus manage / reconcile conflict
• Exceptional analytical skills and a high level of numeracy
• Ability to deal professionally and objectively with distressing/uncomfortable situations, e.g. terminally ill patients, child abuse, providing guidance to team members where appropriate.
• Ability to support the development of business plans and manage budgets within allocated limits.
• Knowledge of diversity issues and ability to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the strategic direction of the local health commissioner and providers

Other

Essential

• As this is a community-based role, with travel between patient homes, there is a requirement to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Edgware Community Hospital

Burnt Oak Broadway

London

HA8 0AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached the full Job Description, main responsibilities and Person Specification for this role.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Experience of undertaking phlebotomy / venepuncture

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level II with appropriate modules in health care

Skills

Essential

• Experience of working as a carer in a health care setting

Skills

Essential

• Car driver with valid driving licence and access to own vehicle

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Staffs Various sites

Stoke & Moorlands

ST1 2BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information relating to this vacancy please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

NMC

Essential

• Registered nurse

SCPHN

Essential

• SCPHN

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Porthill clinic

Inglewood Drive, Porthill

Newcastle under Lyme

ST50DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Deliver a high quality clinical service to patients and their families and carers.
• Act as named nurse to a group of patients under the direction / supervision of the person identified with continuing responsibility.
• Participate in therapeutic group work programmes.
• Take charge of the ward in the absence of the ward manager and deputy ward manager.
• Administer medication, complying with relevant Trust procedures and NMC guidelines
• Assess patient's individual care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.

• Contribute to care plans in cooperation with multi-disciplinary teams within the hospital and under supervision of more senior team members.

• Maintain an effective reporting system by observing and reporting verbally and in writing on patient condition
• Ensure the safe custody of all patients as determined by the clinical team. This includes the supervision of patients within the hospital, grounds and the community, as required.
• Support student nurses on placement within the service.
• Participate in the development of the service to ensure clinical governance processes are actively implemented at team level
• Assist in ensuring that the aims and objectives of the ward/department (as set by the responsible nurse) are fulfilled and to identify factors which may inhibit these from being achieved.
• The post holder will be required to work within the NMC Code of Practice and professional guidelines.
• Maintain an up-to-date level of professional competence within the specific environment.
• Assist in the implementation of evidence-based nursing practice and participate in research and other projects as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Health Nurse on NMC Register.

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate an awareness of current thinking and guidance in the management of physical health conditions.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing care within a health setting.

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Haywood Hospital

Stoke-on-Trent

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Communicate with service users and carers, all members of the multi-disciplinary team and staff in external agencies using a variety of methods including information technology.
2. Regularly report and effectively communicate service users health status and care aims in care records and verbal reports to Registered Professional Staff members and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
3. Relate appropriately with service users, carers, colleagues and others at all times maintaining professional boundaries.
4. At all times ensure that own actions, support the equality, diversity, rights and responsibilities of individuals.
5. Identify, minimise and report risks of danger, harm and abuse to senior colleagues.
6. Maintain a safe and secure environment at all times for the protection of self and others.
7. At all times minimise risks to self by undertaking safe working practices.
8. At all times work within agreed and established Trust policy and operational procedures.
9. Work with other Trust services to promote seamless service user focused care, admission, transfer and discharge on identified care pathways.
10. Undertake delivery of planned therapeutic activities/interventions with an identified group of service users as an element of the care programme approach where appropriate.
11. Work in partnership with service users to assist them in identifying activities that are meaningful to them and that support agreed health outcomes.
12. Regularly support service users to access a range of activities and services to maintain their independence and promote their recovery.
13. Regularly support Registered Professionals and service users during activities to promote their physical and mental wellbeing.
14. Assist service users in meeting their personal care needs.
15. Provide information, support and guidance to carers, friends and relatives of service users.
16. At all times take responsibility for own personal and professional development and support the development of colleagues, students, trainees and volunteers.
17. Regularly access and make use of supervision.
18. Regularly participate in activities focused on the delivery of a high quality customer focused service.
19. Undertake activities to, and make suggestions about how to, improve services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people with physical needs as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work independently, being self-motivated and to be able to prioritise and effectively manage a range of competing needs and pressures.

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Haywood Hospital/ Cheadle Hospital

Stoke-on-Trent

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DETAILSJOB TITLE: Facilities Assistant (Housekeeping)BAND: 2DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping ServicesREPORTS TO: Housekeeping SupervisorACCOUNTABLE TO: Facilities ManagerJOB PURPOSE.The Housekeeping staff provide a clean and safe environment to our patients, visitors and staffensuring that a high standard of cleanliness in line with National Cleaning Standards, infectioncontrol and health and safety are met and maintainedThe post holder will be expected to work as part of the wider Housekeeping team, providing anintegrated and flexible service, and as such may sometimes be required to undertake duties withinother areas of the Hotel Services Department should the needs of the service demand it.ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTUREKEY RESPONSIBILITIESMain Duties and Responsibilities:-Maintain the required standard of cleaning services following the correct procedure and frequencies- Undertake a variety of cleaning duties in line with the ward/area/location cleaning schedules- Operate mechanical cleaning equipment

-Replenish disposables and consumables- Safely and correctly store cleaning chemicals and equipment- Carry out specialist cleaning and one-off cleaning duties in line with service requirements- Assist with laundry duties as and when requiredWhere applicable ward based duties as required: Ward based catering duties to ensure in conjunction with nursing staff that service users are provided with appropriate mealsRegenerate food, probe, record temperature of food and serveEnsure that meals are served in a presentable and timely manner and appropriate cutlery and condiments are suppliedAssist to ensure dining room area is ready for service and cleared afterwardsRecord waste levels at end of serviceClean regeneration trolleyOther:Support the supervisor on a day to day basisSupport the induction and training of other employeesComment on Housekeeping policies and proceduresWork in a team of housekeeping staff as required, assisting with training and guidanceComplete own timesheetsRespond to tasks that may arise in an emergency and times of staff shortageFlexible working within a teamMonitor and maintain stock levels, including keeping appropriate recordsTake part in cleanliness audits and follow up action as requiredTake a personal duty of care for all equipment that is used on a day to day basis as part of the roleReport any misuse of, or faulty equipment to the appropriate personThe post holder may be expected to open and lock buildings and set alarms ensuring our premises are secure at the end of the day.Systems and equipment (non-exhaustive):Floor scrubberRotowashBufferVacuum cleanerSteamersDecisions and judgements:

The postholder does not have any responsibility for staffThe postholder will be responsible for organising their work to ensure that all tasks are completedThe postholder will work within established procedures/practices with supervision available for referenceThe postholder will follow policies in own role and may be required to comment, but has no responsibility for service developmentThe postholder will be required to assess situations that present themselves and determine an appropriate course of action from a choice of options, eg fault finding on equipment such as a vacuum cleanerCommunication and relationships:Assist with induction and training of new starters, apprentices, trainees, work colleagues, managers, contractors (in line with the level of role, training and experience)The postholder will provide general non-clinical advice, guidance, or ancillary services directly to patients, clients, relatives or carersCommunicate with patients, on a regular basis, some of whom may have communication difficulties.Physical demands of the job:The postholder will be required to use equipment essential to the role, eg floor scrubbing equipmentPhysical effort required for the role will be moderate for several short periods during a shiftMost challenging/difficult parts of the job:The postholder will encounter some exposure to hazards during the working shiftThe postholder may occasionally be exposed to emotional or distressing circumstances, eg deaths on wards

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Basic knowledge of chemicals and cleaning products

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience to carry out duties to the required standard

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Armitage

Armitage, Rugeley

WS15 4UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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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 applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis 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.

Diversity Matters

MFT 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of numeracy and literacy.
• Evidence of recent further development / training to NVQ 3 level.

Desirable

• IT qualification or equivalent.

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• oAble to deal confidently and professionally with all members of the MDT including patients and their families, resolving queries and progress chasing
• oAbility to analyse information to resolve problems
• oGood organisational skills.
• oExcellent communications skills.
• oWell-developed negotiating and motivating skills.
• oExperience of servicing meetings and taking minutes.
• oAbility to utilise a range of IT programmes, including Microsoft Office Suite including knowledge of Microsoft Access and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• oKnowledge of the Health Service
• oKnowledge of Patient Administration systems e.g. EMIS/HIVE.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working within and office environment

Desirable

• Experience of working with the NHS in a support role.

Personal attributes/abilities

Essential

• oAbility to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative.
• oAdaptable with a flexible approach to work and working hours.
• oGood customer service skills
• oWillingness to work flexibly at various locations in the service.
• oAbility to travel between various locations in the community.

Desirable

• oRecognition of own limitations/flexibility.

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Oxford Road Campus

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant clinical experience, in an Acute /Community Healthcare setting
• Recent experience of group and one-to-one teaching
• Recent experience of training others in Manual Handling
• Experience of auditing Manual Handling Standards and practices
• Evidence of TNA/ Lesson planning, feedback evaluation
• Recent experience of teaching and developing staff

Education and professional qualifications

Essential

• Recognized teaching qualification (eg: PGCE, LST or similar), Train-The-Trainer Qualification (eg: RoSPA Level 4 or similar)
• Evidence of recent and ongoing clinical/professional development appropriate to role

Desirable

• Nursing, Midwifery or AHP degree (or equivalent)
• NMC Registered Nurse/Midwife or AHP

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Able to work as a team member and form professional relationships with wider Trust colleagues
• Enthusiastic about staff education and development
• Adaptable and able to manage change
• Diplomatic and inclusive
• Flexible in working arrangements to meet the needs of the Manual Handling service including working across all the sites under the Royal Free London Trust

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Competent in providing safe and effective Object and Patient Handling practices
• Competent in Manual Handling in range of clinical and non-clinical settings
• Demonstrates Safer Manual Handling decision making skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled at using MS365 applications, projection/multimedia equipment and e-learning resources
• Able to manage challenging situations
• Able to plan and prioritize own workload
• Evidence of working effectively in a team

Royal Free shared commitments

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE/level 5 or above in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Qualification in health or care e.g. NVQ LEVEL 4 Training to Diploma or foundation level
• Assistant practitioner qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate understanding of Occupational Therapy
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of the client group with which the post holder will work e.g. Mental health difficulties,

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a support worker role with people who experience mental health difficulties with an understanding of the roles of other professions within the multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working with people with a broad range of Mental Health conditions and people who have cognitive, physical, learning disability or challenging behaviour
• Previous experience working in therapy/care settings e.g. inpatient settings or social services agency/department

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pendleview - Royal Blackburn Hospital

Blackburn

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification in a mental health or social welfare discipline OR agreed Association of Family Therapy (AFT) equivalent.
• Postgraduate training in Systemic Practice to enable the title of Systemic Practitioner - namely completion of either 'AFT approved' Intermediate Level Systemic Practice Training or CYP-IAPT in Systemic Family Practice.
• Registration with the appropriate regulatory body for core profession.

Knowledge

Essential

• Skills in the use of methods of Systemic Practice/ family based assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• High level of relationship and communication skills to work with clients, families and/or professionals where the atmosphere might be both pressured and emotive.
• Well-developed skills in the ability to comprehend and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information in a manner appropriate to a range of settings and audiences, including complex emotive situations and those with impaired communication capacities.

Personal

Essential

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time and maintain intense focussed concentration during clinical tasks often with pressurised circumstances
• Ability to withstand high levels of emotionally charged situations.
• Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to "hold" the stress of others.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Lancs & South Cumbria SPCMHT

East Barn

Lancaster

LA1 4JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification
• On-going registration with the NMC
• Specialist qualification or equivalent level in skills and development

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Knowledge and practice of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Demonstrate understanding of how research has influenced practice

Experience

Essential

• Supervision and management of staff
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of assessing, planning and implementing and reviewing care needs

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Orchard

Lancaster

LA1 4JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account

Key result areas (Main duties/responsibilities)

Cleaning Duties

1. Damp mopping and buffing of all floor surfaces, including using machinery. Periodic maintenance as included in the cleaning schedules.

2. Vacuum cleaning of all carpet areas, including use of machinery.

3. Damp dusting all radiators, pipes and ledges.

4. Cleaning of all furniture and fittings by the appropriate method.

5. High dusting.

6. Cleaning of partition glass and inside of windows where necessary.

7. Cleaning of all sanitary fitments.

8. Cleaning wall tiles.

9. Replenishing disposable items, e.g. paper towels, soap, rubbish sacks etc.

10. Emptying of refuse bins and removing to place of disposal. Cleaning of all refuse holders.

11. Cleaning of lockers, beds and mattress when vacated by the patient.

Ad Hoc Duties

12. Order and maintain cleaning supplies to required stock level.

13. Report defaults, breakages, pests etc to relevant person.

14. To complete all relevant paperwork as requested by management.

15. To open and secure buildings following procedures where required.

As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk websiteSkilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Working Knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable

• Cleaning experience

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Good communication 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingsway House

Kingsway Hospital

Derby

DE22 3LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

**Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech-Language Therapy
• Health & Care Professions Council Registration

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal College of Speech-Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Membership of Special Interest Group e.g. SALT neurological practice
• Educated to Masters level in specialist SALT field relevant to the role or equivalent combination of post graduate education, courses and experience in neuro SALT
• Experience in neuro rehab and community working

Experience

Essential

• Appraisals using KSF
• Clinical Teaching
• Use of reflective practice and supervising others
• Experience of service development
• Experience of provision of work for patients presenting with dysphagia and communication impairments
• Experience of working in a range of community and / or acute NHS settings

Desirable

• Undertaken clinical audit
• Research experience
• Experience of working in the NHS
• Experience of working with adults with a variety of long-term conditions and neurological conditions

Skills

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and understanding of complex neurological conditions including clients with multiple pathologies
• Specialist skills in the assessment and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties in the context of complex long-term conditions
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and outcome measures associated with neurological conditions and older people
• Knowledge and experience of working with a wider multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical guidelines across a variety of long-term conditions e.g. stroke, Parkinson's
• Advanced clinical note writing and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format

Desirable

• EMIS clinical system experience

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Merton Civic Centre

London Road

Morden

SM4 5DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description.

The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies, procedures and practices of the Trust, which may be amended from time to time. Patient Safety is a key priority for the Trust.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully compliant with EMAS policies and procedures in respect of patient safety, for example Risk Management, Infection Prevention and Control, Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• 3 years Post-Registration Clinical Experience
• Evidence of ongoing CPD
• 2 years in urgent/emergency care or telephone assessment setting
• Registered nurse or paramedic

Desirable

• Experience in clinical telephone consultation
• Experience in using triage tools (e.g., PaCCS, NHS Pathways)
• Undertake studies up to Level 7 (e.g., patient assessment modules)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Nottingham & Lincoln

1 Horizon Place, Mellors Way

Nottingham

NG8 6PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for the full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSCN/RNC or a RN with recent paediatric experience
• Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing.

Desirable

• Educated to degree level or can demonstrate experience of operating at this level.

Skills/ Experience

Essential

• Paediatric High Dependency module or willingness to undertake.
• Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
• Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team.
• Effective leadership, good analytical and clinical decision making skills.
• Knowledge of effective people management practices.
• Knowledge of clinical audit and effectiveness systems.
• Current experience of working with safeguarding issues and able to identify and refer to appropriate agencies.
• Recent experience of working within an acute setting
• Recent experience of taking charge of a shift within an acute setting

Desirable

• Advanced Paediatric Life Support course (EPALS)

Communication

Essential

• Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Able to communicate using different methods (i.e. email etc.).

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Receive visitors to the hospital and direct to departments.Arrange for volunteers to escort ifrequired.

• Supplyinformation via Oasis to patients who are unsure as to where theyare required togo.

• Locate patients for visitors via Oasisin accordance withdata protectionlegislation.

• Arrange wheelchairs for patients with mobility issues, either utilising volunteers or hospital porters.

• Receive telephone callsfrom external sourcesincluding patients,relativesand carerson behalf of the Trust and redirect asappropriate.

• Be able to deal with patients and visitors who may be anxious, upset or may have language or communication difficulties.

• Be able to resolve simple concerns and queries and to escalate matters whereappropriate.

• Receive and record medical equipmentand other itemsdelivered to reception which requireforwardingto wards and departments.

• Arrange formedical equipment and otheritems to be delivered to wards and department, signed for asrequired.

• Record all requests for transfer of patient notesandmaintainthese records foraudit purposes.

• Monitor wheelchair numbers and escalate issues.

• Report faulty wheelchairs and record maintenance progress.

• Identifyand issue tasks to reception volunteerson a daily basis.

• Liaise with Trust volunteers where necessary.

• Knowledge of administrative systems such as PAS and be able to use these efficiently.

• Knowledge of hospital departments

• Knowledge of office and clerical procedures.

• Ensure that the reception desks are tidy and welcoming to visitors.

• Remove unauthorised and out of date publicity material.

• Report emergency situationsoccurring within the reception area and car parksimmediately.

• Report anyadverseincidents occurring within the reception area and main entrance via Datix.

• Report maintenance issues to Mitie helpdesk.

• Plan own daily workload, with effective scheduling of priority tasks.

• Report/escalate concerns asappropriate toyour line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

• 2 GCSE (or equivalent) passes in Mathematics and English Language
• Competent in the use of computers and Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, Outlook

Desirable

• NVQ Business Administration Level 2

Communication Skills

Essential

• Ability to work in a team as well as unsupervised
• Excellent communication skills including telephone manner
• Ability to deal with contentious and sensitive issues in the appropriate manner

Knowledge and Training

Essential

• Computer literate must be able to use spreadsheets and e-mail
• Knowledge of NHS policies
• Previous Customer Care experience

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable

• Enthusiastic and flexible to meet the needs of the service
• Able to cope with different and competing demands
• Able to use own initiative

Planning Skills

Essential

• Good time management and ability to work to deadlines
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise work

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values

Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

The post is suited to a motivated registered nurse with at least two years post registration experience who is interested in developing or applying their research delivery skills in a dynamic NHS environment. Current or previous research experience and GCP training is desirable, although the successful candidate will be supported to develop the knowledge and confidence required to deliver research safely and effectively.

The role contributes to the wider organisation by helping to embed research as part of everyday clinical practice and supporting PAHT's ambition to improve patient outcomes, experience and access to innovative care. By delivering clinical research studies efficiently and to a high standard, the post supports Trust wide research performance, strengthens relationships with clinical specialties and external partners, and contributes to the Trust's reputation as an organisation that actively supports research, innovation and continuous improvement. The post also supports organisational sustainability by contributing to research activity, income generation, workforce development and the delivery of high quality, evidence based care across services.

The successful candidate will demonstrate PAHT's values of Patient at Heart, Everyday Excellence and Creative Collaboration by placing patients and carers at the centre of research delivery, maintaining high standards of clinical and research practice, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve access to safe, ethical and high quality clinical research.

Main duties of the job

• Delivery of clinical trials and research studies across PAHT
• Screening, recruitment and supporting the informed consent process
• Participant care, safety and experience
• Study visit coordination and performing protocol specific assessments
• Completion of source documentation, case report forms and audit ready records
• Safety reporting for adverse events and serious adverse events
• Collaborative working with PI's, clinical teams, trial Sponsors and external partners
• Contributing to recruitment targets and NIHR study set-up and delivery metrics

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This is a Trust-wide role requiring flexibility to support research activity across multiple specialties and hospital sites. The post holder will work within the East of England Regional Research Delivery Network (EoE RRDN), which forms part of the NIHR Research Delivery Network and supports the delivery of health and care research across England. The role involves assessing and managing patients participating in clinical studies, recruiting and educating participants, monitoring their progress, collecting accurate data, and working closely with research teams and multidisciplinary colleagues. The post holder is expected to maintain a thorough understanding of study protocols and ensure compliance with local, national and international research regulations.

The Clinical Trials Research Nurse will identify eligible patients for research studies using study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and will manage an individual caseload of research participants. The role includes attending multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical sessions to support screening and recruitment activities while providing specialist research advice to clinical colleagues. The post holder will maintain accurate clinical records and undertake both routine and protocol-specific assessments, including venepuncture, ECGs, vital signs monitoring, drug administration and other study-related procedures. Responsibilities also include reporting adverse events within required timelines, coordinating the day-to-day care of research participants, managing study data in accordance with approved protocols, and acting as a key point of contact for patients throughout their participation in research.

The Clinical Trials Research Nurse will identify eligible patients for research studies using study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and will manage an individual caseload of research participants. The role includes attending multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical sessions to support screening and recruitment activities while providing specialist research advice to clinical colleagues. The post holder will maintain accurate clinical records and undertake both routine and protocol-specific assessments, including venepuncture, ECGs, vital signs monitoring, drug administration and other study-related procedures. Responsibilities also include reporting adverse events within required timelines, coordinating the day-to-day care of research participants, managing study data in accordance with approved protocols, and acting as a key point of contact for patients throughout their participation in research.

The post holder will contribute to the management and delivery of the local clinical research portfolio, ensuring that all studies are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and research governance requirements. They will support the informed consent process by providing clear and comprehensive information to potential participants, enabling them to make informed decisions about research participation. The role involves working closely with sponsors, Clinical Research Associates, monitors and other stakeholders, providing study progress information as required. Responsibilities include maintaining Trial Master Files, managing study documentation, identifying and addressing recruitment challenges, supporting colleagues during periods of absence, completing feasibility assessments and expressions of interest, contributing to resource planning, maintaining accurate recruitment data and ensuring completed studies are archived appropriately in accordance with local requirements.

The Clinical Trials Research Nurse must ensure that study-specific systems and technology are suitable for local use and that all equipment required for research activity is appropriately calibrated and complies with study and local standards. The post holder is responsible for completing all relevant training before using any study-specific technology or equipment.

The post holder will work in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and the NMC Code, maintaining high standards of patient care and safety at all times. They will contribute to the continuous improvement of services across the Trust, uphold patient confidentiality, and ensure that patient and public feedback is appropriately sought, escalated and acted upon. The role also includes supporting complaints processes in accordance with Trust policy.

The role requires effective use of information technology and standard office equipment, alongside a high level of accuracy in documentation and data management. The post holder must be able to travel between Trust sites and may occasionally undertake home visits where required by study protocols. The position demands sustained concentration, the ability to manage competing priorities and resilience in responding to interruptions and changing workloads.

The post holder will regularly encounter situations requiring tact, diplomacy and emotional resilience. They must be able to respond professionally and sensitively to complex or emotionally demanding circumstances that may arise during the course of their duties.

* Post may close is maximum candidates reached *

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The post holder will be a level 1 registered nurse
• Maintain professional development keeping up to date with current
• practice and NMC Revalidation requirements

Desirable

• The post holder will have a post graduate degree/masters or equivalent
• experience
• The post holder will have GCP training

Experience

Essential

• 2 years post qualification/registration experience

Desirable

• Current/previous research experience

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

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to join our Hospice Care at Home (Overnight Service), working within a 25 mile radius of home address across Middlesbrough

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC Band 2 £25,272 pro rata per annum + enhancements

Hourly Rate: £18.22 Saturday and weekday and £23.64 for Sunday and Bank Holiday between the hours of 8pm and 6am

Hours/Contract: Part Time up to 27 hours - (various 9-hour night shifts, 10pm - 7am)

Contract Type: Permanent

Based: Hospice Care at Home Middlesbrough

Closing date: 16th October 2026

Interview date: TBC

Join the Marie Curie Hospice Care at Home Overnight Service supporting people with a life-limiting illness across Middlesbrough. As part of the Planned Service you will visit one patient per evening and provide compassionate, one-to-one care in patients homes, and offer practical and emotional support to families at a time when it matters most.

Within this rewarding role you'll be working independently overnight, following each patients established care plan and using your initiative when needed. Duties will include personal care and hygiene support, monitoring symptoms, supporting with medicines in line with the care plan and local guidance, maintaining accurate records, and providing reassurance and emotional support to patients and those close to them. If you have experience in Palliative and end of life care and are confident working in the community or as a lone worker, wed love to hear from you

What were looking for:

• S/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma is required
• Relevant palliative community experience
• Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support
• Recent experience of providing care and caring for people with life limiting illness or palliative care needs
• Be a UK licensed driver with access to a car and business insurance is essential with travel up to 25 mile radius from your own home

What's in it for you:

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
• Continuous Professional development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme
• Help with eyecare cost
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• 15% staff discount in all Marie Curie Shops
• Life assurance for all employees
• Generous enhancements (between the hours of 8 pm and 6 am)
  • 41% Saturday and weekday nights
  • 83% Sundays and Bank Holidays

To apply, please upload your most recent CV demonstrating, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Additional Information

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at [email protected].

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you your experience, perspective and voice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• S/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma is required

Desirable

• Relevant palliative community experience

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of providing care and caring for people with life limiting illness or palliative care needs

Desirable

• Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support

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

Marie Curie

Address

Community Based

Middlesbrough

England

TS1 1EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

• Working within a multidisciplinary Cognus team of speech therapists and occupational therapists, the post holder will have the opportunity to work in local schools and colleges across the 4 years to 25 years age range or with a smaller age range within this.
• Advising and supporting Sherwood Foundation School with children and young people withSpeech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN) including a possible cohort of autisticindividuals, complex physical disabilities and SLCN; to independently manage their caseloadto ensure that intended outcomes are delivered within agreed service standards.
• Raising awareness of the needs of and strategies available for children and young people with SLCN within the borough.

Specific Duties

To advise and support school staff and other therapists on the education and therapeutic interventions of children and young people with SLCN including:

• Completion of baseline and transition assessments to identify the strengths, needs, outcomes and provision for students with complex communication profiles
• Completion of ECHNA assessments of students who are not yet placed in school, within your allocated Cognus days (identifying the strengths, needs, outcomes and provision for students who have complex communication presentation)
• Carrying out a range of non-standardised and standardised assessments and interpreting a range of factors relating to the child or young persons condition; focusing on access to education.
• Providing reports to referrers and other agencies involved in the child/young persons care and advice on appropriate differentiation of and access to the curriculum.
• Plan, create and deliver a wide range of tailored interventions and/ or therapy programmes where direct SaLT input is indicated and effectively hand over prescribed programmes through training and modelling with teaching staff, parents and carers.
• To maintain effective liaison with all partners e.g. parents/ carers, professionals in Education, Health, Social Care and other Services with particular regard to Safeguarding and best practice.
• To monitor and record child or young persons progress and effectiveness of intervention through goal setting, outcome measurement and evaluation of practice and to communicate these with key stakeholders.
• Collaboration with a range of partner agencies to create effective transition support for specific children and young people.
• Promotion of effective inclusion of children and young people into all aspects of the school curriculum.
• To attend and contribute to team meetings as required.

Training and Development Responsibility

• To be aware of changing trends in treatment and promote Evidence Based Practice; embedding this into own specialist area of work in order to provide the highest standard of care to service users.
• Embedding legislative change and key developments relating to improved outcomes for children and young people with SLCN.
• To participate in clinical audit, service development activities and research programmes as required.
• To engage with continual professional development as identified through managerial and clinical supervision and appraisal, including attending training and courses as agreed.
• To comply with the Cognus Limited mandatory training requirements.
• As part of the therapies team to plan, deliver and evaluate training sessions for schools and educational providers.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a paediatric Speech and Language Therapist
• Relevant qualifications including registration with HCPC

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise and deliver results to high standards.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Leads others by setting a positive example in line with company values and acts as a role model.
• Experience as a paediatric speech and language therapist
• Adherence to RCSLT and HCPC policies and procedures
• Is decisive with problem-solving skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and protection of children.
• Honours and upholds the Companys Equal Opportunity Policy, Dignity at Work Policy, Safeguarding and Protection of Children, Health and Safety and Data Protection Policy at all times.

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

Cognus Limited

Address

Cognus Ltd

Railway Approach

Wallington

Surrey

SM6 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cognus.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To personally undertake a case load of referrals to include:
• Visiting and assessing children and young people with OT Needs.
• To appropriately identify service provision in line with child and young persons needs at specialist, targeted or universal level of support.
• Delivery of specialist programmes on an individual and/or small group basis.
• Advice and treatment for children and young people with functional difficulties and sensory processing needs.
• Offering advice to parents and carers as well as teaching staff at a targeted or universal level.
• Maintaining children/young peoples records to a high standard.
• Screening and prioritising new referrals in order to determine the need and level of occupational therapy provision required in line with service criteria.
• At the point of referral gathering relevant information regarding previous and current input from health and social care services.
• Carrying out a range of non-standardised and standardised assessments and interpreting a range of factors relating to the child or young persons condition; focusing on access to education.
• Providing reports to referrers and other agencies involved in the child/young persons care.
• Contributing to professional advice regarding the statutory assessment and annual review process both in Sutton and in out-of-borough settings if necessary.
• Plan, create and deliver a wide range of tailored interventions and/or therapy programmes where direct OT input is indicated and effectively hand over prescribed programmes through training and modelling with teaching staff, parents and carers.
• To recommend, provide or advise on provision of equipment and take responsibility for demonstrating its usage and training clients/carers.
• To undertake risk assessment in complex moving and handling situations where appropriate i.e. provision of equipment identified for the school environment.
• To monitor and record child or young persons progress and effectiveness of intervention through goal setting, outcome measurement and evaluation of practice and to communicate these as required to key stakeholders.
• To liaise and establish communication networks with the multidisciplinary team, external voluntary and statutory organisations as appropriate in planning for child or young persons treatment.
• Promotion of effective inclusion of children and young people into all aspects of the school curriculum.
• Maintain effective liaison with all partners e.g., parents, professionals in Education, Health, Social Care and other Services with particular regard to Safeguarding and best practice.
• Promote robust transition arrangements for pupils with Occupational Therapy needs including: Collaboration with a range of partner agencies to create effective transition support for specific children and young people.
• To be aware of changing trends in treatment and promote Evidence Based Practice; embedding this into own specialist area of work in order to provide the highest standard of care to service users.
• To participate in clinical audit, service development activities and research programmes as required. To contribute to formulating policies for specialist area and proposals for general service changes.
• As part of the therapies team to plan, deliver and evaluate training sessions for schools and educational providers.
• To engage with continual professional development as identified through managerial and clinical supervision and appraisal, including attending training and courses as agreed.
• Attending and contributing to Team meetings.
• Identifying needs and seeking advice within the framework of specialist teams and wider agencies as appropriate
• Liaison with parents and carers and schools to find collaborative strategies to overcome barriers to learning and attend multi-agency meetings as required.
• Embedding legislative change and key developments relating to improved outcomes for children and young people with Occupational Therapy Needs.
• To comply with the Cognus Limited mandatory training requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Relevant qualifications including registration with HCPC
• Ability to prioritise and deliver results to high standards
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Leads others by setting a positive example in line with company values and acts as a role model
• Experience as a paediatric occupational therapist
• Adherence to RCOT and HCPC policies and procedures
• Is decisive with problem-solving skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and protection of children.
• Honours and upholds the Companys Equal Opportunity Policy, Dignity at Work Policy, Safeguarding and Protection of Children, Health and Safety and Data Protection Policy at all times.

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

Cognus Limited

Address

Cognus Limited

First Floor, Cantium House

Railway Approach

Wallington

Surrey

SM6 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cognus.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• 5 GCSEs/or equivalent at grade A* - C or 9-5 (must include Mathematics, English Language and Science)
• Ability to complete the Science and Manufacturing Technician qualification in the 2 year timeframe

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
• A Levels or equivalent

Previous Experience

Essential

• Teamwork

Desirable

• Pharmacy experience (hospital or community)
• Experience of training others
• Customer service

Other Requirements

Essential

• Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion
• Role model our Trust values every day
• Commitment to study outside of working hours
• Physically able to carry out isolator manipulations

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of Science and Manufacturing Technician job role
• IT skills, including Microsoft Words and Excel

Skills

Essential

• Accurate
• Able to use initiative; proactive and self motivated
• Good time management
• Able to perform under pressure

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Lister Hospital

Coreys Mill Lane

Stevenage

SG1 4AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate Literacy / numeracy

Desirable

• Working Knowledge of systems and procedures

Experience

Essential

• Materials Management Experience

Desirable

• Stock Control Systems

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

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Bridgend Central Stores

Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road

Bridgend

CF31 1UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

The post-holder will serve as a departmental lead for local health and safety issues providing support, specialist knowledge and scientific/technical expertise on all health and safety matters to ensure the safe delivery of the clinical diagnostic service.

The post-holder will be responsible for the local delivery of the UHSussex Pathology health and safety management system. This will include facilitating the delivery of specialist training and systematic inspection programmes for all staff grades.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate qualification (or completing within 3 months) or equivalent
• Post Registration Experience NHS Microbiology Laboratory (5+years)
• HCPC registration
• MSc/Mphil(Master of Science or Philosophy) or equivalent & FIBMS.

Desirable

• Post Registration Experience In NHS Virology Lab
• Health and Safety Qualification

Equality Diversity Inclusion

Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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