Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
• Evidence of continual professional and personal development
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Certificate in local anaesthesia

Desirable

• Evidence of post grad training in an area of podiatry Experience

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
• Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
• Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
• Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
• Knowledge of RCoP and HCPC codes of conduct
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
• Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High risk tissue breakdown
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
• Ability to evaluate patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
• Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
• Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time and domiciliary caseload o
• To be competent in the use of treatment and diagnostic tools (including, Doppler, scalpel techniques, syringe etc)
• IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing

Desirable

• Ability to manufacture simple insoles

Other

Essential

• Performing clinical treatments in physically restricted work positions requiring repetitive fine movements.
• Ability to cope with patients anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and allay anxieties

Desirable

• 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

Alexandra Avenue Health and Social Care Centre

Harrow

HA2 9DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have a strong recovery focus and value a diverse range of perspectives about mental health. We pride ourselves on our work with families and carers. We have a busy therapeutic group programme as well as lots of individual working, and opportunities for our patients' personal development, learning skills, and robust support for move on.

The main responsibilities of the job are:

To assess, plan, implement, promote and evaluate safe, creative and effective treatment plans in collaboration with the patients diverse needs, their carers and other professionals.Interventions will be evidence based and designed to reduce stress and anxiety, manage risk and aid recovery.To maintain accurate, timely and relevant clinical records both written and computerised. To maintain the safe custody of healthcare records.Responsible for the safe monitoring, management and administration of medication as required by Trust policy.To be aware of and apply the principles of Infection Prevention and Control and to comply with policy, procedure and guidance.To obtain and interpret physical Healthcare observationsDemonstrate and be responsible for the safe application of relevant, up-to-date legislation including the Mental Health Act, MentalCapacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty, safeguarding etc.

You must be a RMN or equivalent and registered with the NMC. You must be able to work flexible hours on a 24hr rota including weekends and bank holidays.

Applicants must have some experience of working within the mental health setting, be flexible, hardworking and compassionate with a desire to work in a fast pace environment.

You will have access to training and development, annual appraisals and clinical supervision.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification (Mental Health/Learning Disabilities/General) to degree level or equivalent.
• Maintains current registration with the NMC.

Desirable

• Demonstrate continued professional development to maintain professional registration.

Knwoledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of current legislation and understanding of clinical risk assessments.
• Knowledge of the nursing 6 c's.

Desirable

• Awareness of national and local issues impacting of nursing care.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the banding.

Desirable

• Specialist and area specific experience.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good written/oral communication skills.
• Diplomatic, caring & sympathetic.
• Ability to be flexible and handle conflict issues.
• Good skills in assessment intervention and evaluation of patients nursing care.
• IT skills.

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation.

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Able to undertake training in the management of violence reduction.
• Has the physical ability to perform the full range of nursing duties.

Training

Essential

• Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery.

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work to meet the needs to the service (including unsocial hours and bank holidays).

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sherwood Oaks

Mansfield

NG18 4GW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are interested in this position then please read the full Job Description that is attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Pharmacy degree from recognised university
• Registration (or eligible for registration) with General Pharmaceutical Council with registration maintained during entire period of employment
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent (for Band 7)

Desirable

• Non-Medical Precribing qualification (for band 7)
• Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable evidence of competence in post-registration clinical pharmacy practice e.g. clinical ward activity (for band 7)
• Proven experience in audit work - data collection and presentation (for band 7)
• Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation (for band 7)
• Experience of clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings (for band 7)

Desirable

• Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation
• Experience of ward and clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings
• Demonstrate team work (inter/intra-departmental)
• Demonstrable evidence of competence in chemotherapy / parenteral nutrition, homecare or equivalent community experience (for band 7)
• Experience in mentoring/supervising (for band 7)
• Experience in delivering education and training (for band 7)

Knowledge

Essential

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Desirable

• Knowledge of Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects

Skills

Essential

• Clarity in English
• Good customer care skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Communicates well with good listening skills
• Good written skills
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively with good time management

Desirable

• Good presentation skills
• Clinical Pharmacy Skills

Disposition

Essential

• Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and to deadlines
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
• Reliable and adaptable
• Caring and Compassionate
• Open/Reflective/Warm/Respectful
• Enthusiastic to improve and develop

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough & Hinchingbrooke Hospitals

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Evidence of continual professional and personal development
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Certificate in local anaesthesia
• Evidence or Portfolio of Post Grad Continued Development
• Post graduate courses/ education in Biomechanics / MSK (Cert or Diploma to M level accreditation)

Desirable

• Evidence of Study in area of Specialist interest

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working at a band 6 level or above and evidence of working with a high risk caseload, neurology, rheumatology, orthopaedic or sports medicine caseload
• Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / musculoskeletal pathology types / the at-risk and high-risk foot
• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
• Experience of service development

Desirable

• Evidence of Teaching

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
• Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
• Knowledge of RCOP code of conduct
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment
• In depth / extended knowledge in the management of Biomechanical/Musculoskeletal Conditions
• Knowledge of audit and risk assessment
• A working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and its implications in care provision
• Ability to evaluate and analyse patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
• Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery

Desirable

• Intermediate to Advanced IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Packages

Other

Desirable

• 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

Willesden Centre for Health and Care

London

NW10 3RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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 below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of Care Certificate or equivalent.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (English and Math's GCSEs or equivalent.)
• Evidence of ongoing personal development.

Desirable

• Level 2 support worker Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a clinical healthcare setting
• Experience of dealing with the public.

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of providing high quality care.
• To be aware of incident reporting systems and escalation processes.
• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of good organizational skills.
• Self-motivated to work under minimal direct supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Basic keyboard/ computer skills (e.g. ability to enter patient data onto computer records).
• Contributes to updating patient records
• To always protect and maintain patient confidentiality and follow information governance policies and procedures

Desirable

• Prepared to undertake further training to develop the necessary competencies and skills.
• Prepared to undertake further training to develop the necessary competencies and skills. Depending on specific service arrangements, to supervise and train more junior staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of health and safety at work. e.g: manual handling skills, infection control measures.
• Ability to collect and exchange factual information and data to the multidisciplinary team and ensure data accuracy.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross University Hospital

Whipps Cross Road

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role.

Job Purpose

The post holder will deliver high quality comprehensive mental health services. The role involves managing a defined caseload with a focus on providing expert assessment and treatment for people with complex mental health difficulties and their carers. This will include recovery co-ordination (design and co-ordination of treatment packages that are personalised and evaluated in line with payment by results). To provide statutory Adult Social Care, Care Management functions (assessment, care planning and reviewing). The liaison with a wide range of statutory and non-statutory agencies is central to this role.

Communication and Working Relationship Skills

• Contribute to the teams engagement with a wide range of stakeholders including staff, service users, their carers and other statutory and voluntary sector agencies.
• Impart highly complex and sensitive information to Patients and families/carers re assessment, care planning, treatment and review
• Multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the provision of consistent well-coordinated care Primary care teams regarding client care, External agencies also involved in the provision of care e.g.: voluntary and private sector, police, social services, housing, employment etc, Service user/carer groups
• Liaise with a wide range of other professionals and agencies.
• Contribute to the safe and effective day to day operations of the service including the handling of clinical enquires.
• Provide and receive information some of which may be contentious, sensitive and highly complex to and from individuals and their families/carers, where there may be barriers to understanding. Provide a high standards of written and verbal communication that is clear and in line with professional documentation standards
• Participate in and chair clinical meetings, this will include CPA and non-CPA reviews, professional meetings, and clinical risk meetings.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate in a way that is empathic and reassuring whilst employing negotiating techniques to gain co-operation from highly complex individuals.
• Communicate information in a way that makes it relevant and understandable for service users and carers, working in line with practice standards and operational policies.
• Facilitate fair access to social care services and promote social inclusion regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or disability

Analytical and Judgemental Skills

• Undertake complex risk assessments and develop a formulation of risk which will lead to the development of risk management plans which have taken into consideration a range of possible options
• Undertake and continuously re-evaluate complex bio-psycho-social assessments and develop a working formulation and diagnosis which will lead to the development of personalised care packages in line with evidence based and payment by results
• Ensure the continuous re-evaluation of individuals needs and clinical risk situations and use clinical judgement to formulate the most appropriate clinical plan.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A professional mental health qualification e.g. RMN, Social Work Degree or equivalent, BSc/Diploma in OT, SROT, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, on the appropriate professional body register and hold current registration with no restrictions.
• Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people: roles and competencies for Health Care staff
• Mentoring students in line with professional requirements

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification relevant to specialism
• Clinical Supervision qualification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration experience working at band 5 in mental health care working in at least two inpatient and one community settings or substantial experience in both inpatient and community settings within a mental health and/or learning disabilities setting
• Evidence of acting as nurse in charge on a regular basis;
• Substantial experience of managing/leading a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health conditions within a community setting and without supervision
• Working within a community mental health setting in either the statutory or voluntary sector.
• Experience of clinically supervising junior and unqualified staff and mentoring students
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment.

Desirable

• Participation in user involvement in services.
• Experience in deputising for more senior staff
• Evidence of following through specific pieces of work or projects as delegated by ward managers or others

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• An understanding of the NSF and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements and the CPA Process
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to engage with clients experiencing a wide range of mental health problems.
• Able to produce well written reports.
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of professionals from various settings.
• Ability to think and work independently/autonomously and with complex case load
• Able to own problems and get involved in the solutions / Ability to manage risk.
• Able to plan creatively to maximise effectiveness of care plans.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team / Ability to manage own time and that of the teams.

Desirable

• Awareness of community structures and social care management responsibilities
• Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health

Other

Essential

• The ability to travel in the community to meet the requirements of the role

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

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

The Quay

Plymouth Road

Tavistock

Devon

PL19 8AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration experience working at band 5 or 6 in mental health.
• Experience working with individuals with complex psychosis or enduring mental health conditions
• Experience of delivering recovery-focused, person-centred care
• Experience managing a caseload, including assessment, care planning, and risk management
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience maintaining accurate and timely clinical records
• Experience engaging service users who may be reluctant or hard to reach
• Ability to work independently and manage competing demands in a pressured environment

Desirable

• Experience working within inpatient mental health or rehabilitation settings
• Experience of recovery coordination or care programme approach (CPA) processes
• Experience delivering evidence-based psychosocial interventions
• Experience or knowledge of working with co-occurring substance misuse
• Experience contributing to service development, quality improvement, or evaluation
• Experience providing supervision, mentorship, or informal leadership within a team
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups or structured activities

Qualifications

Essential

• A professional mental health qualification eg RMN, Social Work Degree or equivalent, BSc/Diploma in OT, SROT, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, on the appropriate professional body register and hold current registration with no restrictions Evidence of relevant continuing professional development

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification relevant to specialism
• Clinical Supervision qualification
• Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people: roles and competencies for Health Care staff Evidence of leadership/management training within a core service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Estuary House

Collett Way

Newton Abbot

Devon

TQ12 4PH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full job description please see attached JD

We are looking for a highly credible and influential senior leader who can build strong partnerships and inspire improvement across complex organisations.

You will have:

Current registration as a Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

A master's degree or equivalent senior-level experience in a health-related field.

Significant experience leading quality, patient safety, governance or clinical standards programmes at senior level within the NHS.

A strong understanding of Integrated Care Boards, Integrated Care Systems, commissioning and the wider healthcare landscape.

Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead change and drive measurable improvements in service quality and patient outcomes.

A commitment to reducing inequalities, promoting inclusion and ensuring the voices of patients, families and communities inform decision-making.

The post is expected to be advertised for 2 weeks, with interviews provisionally planned for the w/c on 12th October 2026, subject to the outcome of the recruitment process.

Person Specification

Education/ Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife, with current professional registration with the NMC.
• Educated to master's level in a health-related subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level.
• Postgraduate Management qualification or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional develop.

Desirable

• Quality improvement qualification.
• Project Management Qualification (PRINCE2, MSP, APM or equivalent).

Experience

Essential

• Significant understanding of the ICB and ICS in relation to quality, patient safety and patient experience.
• Considerable understanding of the background to and the aims of current healthcare policy in London and appreciate the implications of this on engagement in relation to quality and patient safety.
• An appreciation of the relationship between NHS England, the ICB and in relation to commissioning and oversight responsibilities.
• Proven ability to influence a range of stakeholders and demonstrable commitment to partnership working and delivery with a range of external organisations.
• Previous experience of leading clinical governance patient safety or standards work (i.e. Leadership on complaints, risk management, clinical audit, serious incidents) at a senior level with demonstrable improvements in provision.
• xperience of successfully delivering approaches to improve and embed quality in providers within a partnership environment.
• Experience of carrying out a leadership role in clinical commissioning with acute provider(s).
• Experience improving provider safety in specific areas through a variety of commissioning activities.
• Proven ability to influence a range of stakeholders and demonstrable commitment to partnership working and delivery with a range of external organisations.
• Experience of designing systems to support quality governance and experience in shaping policy and setting improve provider service delivery. 1 1 objectives aligned to wider NHS and strategic objectives.

Desirable

• Commissioning experience.
• Experience improving provider safety in specific areas through a variety of commissioning activities.
• Experience of acting on feedback healthcare providers to improve provider service delivery.

Skills, & Abilities

Essential

• Understanding of NHS and ICB finance and funding models.
• Demonstrable commitment to and focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes. Uses evidence to make improvements, seeks out innovation.
• In-depth understanding of the NHS, Integrated Care System, NHS 10 Year Health Plan and the statutory duties of the ICB.
• Self-awareness in terms of emotional intelligence, biases and personal triggers with cultural sensitivity and awareness

Communication

Essential

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others at all levels within and across the organisation, articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information from others.
• Ability to provide and receive, convey and present complex, sensitive and/or contentious nformation to large groups, responding openly to questions to ensure full understanding and engagement and develop a range of options.
• Self-awareness in terms of emotional intelligence, biases and personal triggers with cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Proficient presentation skills & able to adapt presentation skills to different audiences.
• Ability to forge and maintain strong collaborative relationships.

Effort factors

Essential

• Manage long periods of intense concentration requiring in-depth mental and meticulous attention to detail, often with frequent interruption when preparing reports and presentations
• Actively engage and participate at meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Priorities and deadlines may change with little notice, ability to work in a pace faced environment is required.
• Manage disciplinary processes, manage poor performance, conduct and capability.
• Occasionally, may have to impart difficult and/or distressing information.

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Commitment to the values and principles of system working across within WNL ICB.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion within all areas of responsibility.
• Team player.

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

West and North London ICB

Address

Marylebone Road

London

NW1 5JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.westandnorthlondon.icb.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.(RNMH & RNLD)
• On-going registration with the NMC.
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development that supports clinical practice.

Knowledge

Essential

• Can demonstrate an understanding and knowledge base of mental health conditions and their treatments.
• Can demonstrate a working knowledge of physical health conditions and the complications that this can cause to patients experiencing mental ill health.

Experience

Essential

• Post Graduate experience
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team structure.
• Experience of assessing, planning, implementing and reviewing care needs.

Desirable

• Supervision and management of staff.
• Experience of liaison and advising professionals from other services.

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 Harbour

Windmill Rise

Blackpool

FY4 4XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website. To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 27th September.

The assessment process for this role will include: multiple interview rounds, the first being a video presentation, if you are successfully shortlisted you will then be invited to a competency-based interview.

Final interviews are anticipated to be held on Friday 9th October via Teams – subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent senior-level experience.
• Programme management qualifications such as MSP practitioner or advance practitioner or equivalent experience.
• One or more recognised project management qualifications APM Registered Project Professional, or Major Projects Leadership Academy, PRINCE 2 and Agile DSDM qualification.
• Training in Benefits Realisation and Better Business Cases (aligned to Green Book).
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to programme management.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience over a number of years of leading complex change transformational programmes with successful delivery of outcomes and benefits.
• Expertise in leading large diverse group through significant change with technique to reduce resistance and maximise adoption of change, including awareness of people change management theories.
• Proven track record in business case development using the HM Treasury Five Case Model.
• Experience of managing programme budgets, cost forecasts, and benefits realisation.
• Experience of stakeholder engagement internally and externally and with external supplier environments.
• Experience of applying lessons learned and continuous improvement in programme delivery to enhance capability.
• Deep specialist knowledge of programme management principles, methodologies (e.g., MSP), and best practices, applied in a large, complex organisation.
• Experience in driving the development and implementation of new services or policies within a programme context.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

England

Barnsley Blood Centre, Capitol Way, Dodworth

England

South Yorkshire

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The accountability within your role is in line with the Nursing and Midwifery council (NMC) code, which says that you must work together for the safeguarding and wellbeing of the publicSupervise, education, train and develop the workforce for whom you are responsibleResponsible for the delivery of the standards of care delivered within your area of care.Act as an advocate for patients to ensure the highest levels of care are delivered.Safeguard the delivery of high standards of careDeputise for the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader to cover the management of the ward or clinical unit in their absence as and when required.In conjunction with the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader provide effective clinical leadership.Responsible for the delivery of high standards of nursing care to all patients.Responsible for the clinical standards of care delivered within the service area.Responsible for leading and managing the ward team.Accountable (in the absence of the Sister) for the service areas financial budget.

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration;
• Practice Assessor
• Minimum of 2 years relevant post basic clinical experience.
• Evidence of relevant post basic study

• Physically capable of performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder e.g. manual handling of patients

• Professional/role model.
• Flexible.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate others and maintain own motivation.
• Can demonstrate the key competencies of the Employees Qualities Framework

• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff
• Ability to effectively organise workload
• Ability to practice independently; ability to take responsibility and show evidence of leadership skills
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances;
• Able to work autonomously and lead others, demonstrating awareness of own limitations and seeks out appropriate advice and support.

• Able to deliver complex, sensitive information effectively
• Effective communicator with patients, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary team
• Develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of relevant post basic study
• Able to make judgements based on evidence based practice and translate this for use in the ward environment
• To be able to demonstrate understanding of current developments in the NHS and their implications for nursing and quality care for patients

Aptitudes

Essential

• Professional/role model
• Flexible
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate others and maintain own motivation
• Can demonstrate the competencies of the Equality and Diversity Policy.
• Communicate with patients and relatives demonstrating compassion and a professional approach

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

Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Parkhurst Road

Newport, Isle of Wight

PO30 5TG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a CBT Therapist to work alongside our EMHPs and Specialist Practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) interventions to children and young people experiencing a range of emotional and mental health difficulties. Interventions will be delivered primarily within educational settings, with some remote delivery where clinically appropriate.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing children and young people referred to the service, determining their suitability for CBT, developing shared formulations, and delivering specialist CBT interventions tailored to individual needs.

They will hold responsibility for their own clinical caseload, undertaking autonomous clinical decision-making, risk assessment, treatment planning, and evaluation of outcomes while working within professional and organisational guidelines.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary Mental Health Support Team, the post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues, schools, families, and partner agencies to support children and young people's emotional wellbeing.

The role includes providing specialist CBT consultation, advice, and support to team members and educational settings, contributing to a whole-school approach to mental health and helping to build the confidence and capability of school staff.

The CBT Therapist will contribute to the ongoing development of clinical practice within the service by supporting colleagues with CBT-informed interventions, participating in supervision and reflective practice, and sharing specialist knowledge and expertise with the wider team.

Opportunities will also be available to contribute to training, service improvement projects, audit, research, and the continued development of CBT pathways across Nottinghamshire MHSTs.

The role requires a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, maintaining BABCP accreditation and professional development, and using routine outcome measures to evaluate effectiveness and improve service delivery.

The successful candidate will be supported through regular clinical and management supervision and will join an established network of CBT Therapists across Nottinghamshire MHST, providing opportunities for peer support, collaborative working, and ongoing professional development.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development in line with professional development and maintenance of accreditation with BABCP.

Desirable

• Other psychotherapy qualification (e.g. EMDR, Counselling, DIT,IPT). Training in LTC/MUS

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy or Accredited High Intensity Worker.
• BABCP accreditation.

Desirable

• Actively working towards accreditation.
• Other professional Mental Health Qualification.
• Core profession (RMN, OT, RGN)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in mental health or psychological therapy services.
• Significant experience in assessing for and managing risk.
• Experience of working within a target driven service. Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets.
• Ability to manage own caseload and time, and work under pressure.

Desirable

• Experience of working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, preferably within a Stepped Care model.
• Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes.

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.

Desirable

• Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems.
• Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems.

Skills

Essential

• Advanced communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships.
• Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, & in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
• The ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster good professional relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of this service with the wider health care system.
• Full range of skills and competencies as laid out in your professional competency framework.
• Computer competent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess risk and respond appropriately.
• Ability to establish good therapeutic and boundary relationships with clients.
• Demonstrates an understanding of more complex mental health problems and their management.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems.
• Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems.
• Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
• To demonstrate an appreciation of performance targets and the ability to achieve individual agreed service targets.

Desirable

• Trained in provision of supervision for CBT.
• Completed clinical audits within a service.

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the organisation.
• The service is provided between 09:00-5:00 Monday-Friday.

Values & Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role.

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lindsey Close

Mansfield

Nottingham

NG18 5TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.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

• One of the following qualifications: Degree in Childcare and Education or Playwork Degree level in Early Years and Education, Degree Level qualification in Children's Care, Learning and Development
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development that supports clinical practice

Knowledge

Essential

• Can demonstrate an understanding and knowledge base of mental health conditions and their treatments.
• Can demonstrate a working knowledge of physical health conditions and the complications that this can cause to patients experiencing mental ill health.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team structure.
• Experience of assessing, planning, implementing and reviewing care needs.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication, listening, decision making and problem solving skills.
• Can demonstrate the ability to change and have an awareness of the NHS Plan
• An Ability to understand how research and audits effect and benefit nursing practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Ribblemere MBU

Chorley

PR7 1PP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Collaboration with Neurology Services:Collaborate with the neurology team at NHNN, gaining experience in specialist neurological clinics and the Neuro-SDEC model.

This overview highlights the Stroke Fellow role's clinical, educational, and research responsibilities within a leading stroke service.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of CMT training or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• Experience in Neurology/ Stroke and keen interest in pursuing career in Neurology/ Stroke
• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
• Knowledge of confidentiality, data protection, Good Clinical Practice and GDPR

Desirable

• Experience working in the NHS
• Understanding of research methodology

Experience

Essential

• Management of medical or neurology/stroke inpatients

Desirable

• Clinical Audit
• Previous data-analysis

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• IT proficiency at advanced user level (Spreadsheet, Word Processing, Database, Email).
• Completion of projects, audit, quality improvement and service developments related to Neurology/Stroke

Communication

Essential

• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients from a diverse range of backgrounds and with diverse clinical and social needs.
• Excellent written and oral communication with colleagues within a multidisciplinary ethos.
• Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must have's for this role:

• Registered OT with experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities

• Current OT Registration

• To hold a driving licence and have access to a car.

• To have a good understanding of reasonable adjustment

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 that AI tools 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. AI must 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.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: 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 don't hesitate to call: Emma Shaw on 03002473000 or email : [email protected] who'll 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 or training

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Professional Registration: HCPC

Previous Experience

Essential

• Previous Occupational Therapy experience within mental health or physical medicine or social services or voluntary agency

Desirable

• Previous Occupational Therapy experience within Learning Disabilities
• Minimum Clinical Practice - 2 years

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Desirable

• Key skills and knowledge for the post e.g. occupational therapy interventions relevant to the post such as sensory integration, goal setting, research methodologies
• Knowledge of specialist field

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Car Driver/access to a car Driving licence

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

Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1JD

Bracknell

RG12 1JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire HealthcareNHS Foundation Trust.

Liaison and Diversion (L&D) servicesidentifypeople who have vulnerabilities when they firstcome into contact withthe criminal justice system as suspects,defendantsor offenders.

L&D services aim to improve overall health outcomes for people and to support people in the reduction of re-offending through assessing, proactive onwardreferralsand informing decision makers. It also aims toidentifyvulnerabilities in people earlier on which reduces the likelihood that people will reach a crisis-point and helps to ensure the right support can be put in place from the start.

Thesuccessful applicant will work in the police custody suites and occasionally the courts; workingwith people within the criminal justice system where vulnerabilities are suspected and further assessment isindicatedto inform disposal of the case and toidentifycare pathways forappropriate onwardreferral/support.

Due to the nature of the service, there is anadditionalrequirement to secure police/prisonvetting for this role. For the purposes of vetting, the candidate willrequireat least three-years residency in the UK.Vetting is a thorough investigation of an individuals background, character, and suitability to work in the police forceor prison. It includes checks on criminal records, financial history, employment history, personal relationships, and lifestyle choices.

The must haves for this role:

1. A professional qualification at degree level or equivalent in either Mental Health Nursing, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Health Visitor, PublicHealthor Social Work along with the relevant registration.

2. At least 18months post registration experience.

3. Driving licence holder with access to your own vehicle who is prepared to travel to multiple sites acrossThames Valley /Hampshire asrequired.

4. This post is subject to police vetting which requires that you have been a resident within the UK for a period of three years.

If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend that you apply today!

We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Clinical and Operational Lead, Laura Pring,on0300 123 5066 (Hampshire)[email protected] whollbe delighted to help. You can find out more about the service onourwebsite.

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 whererequired.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• A professional qualification at diploma, postgraduate or degree level in either Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Learning Disability Nurse or Health Visitor status with the necessary experience
• Hold current registration with pertinent body (NMC, SW, HCPC, BPS)

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration training and development
• Mentorship qualification or equivalent teaching qualification.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Ability to work and communicate across multiple agencies and professions.
• Ability to work autonomously, with the ability to organise and manage own time according to delegated workload.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to think creatively and problem solve
• Ability to work as part a team

Desirable

• Significant experience at Band 5 or equivalent in a community setting.
• Training / presentation skills
• Ability to teach junior staff and students

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• An ability to work under pressure
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations
• Ability to work effectively with service users and carers in a collaborative manner
• Understanding of the theories underpinning the concept of recovery and the wider determinants of health
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Professional in approach, manner and appearance.
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
• Car owner / driver

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of modern mental health services; social inclusion, recovery, service user involvement, carer support

Desirable

• Further evidence of professional development and 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.

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

Liaison & Diversion Service - Hants & IOW, Newport Police Station, High St, Newport PO30 1SZ

Newport

PO30 1SZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification on the right hand side.

How to apply

Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma Level 5 qualification which meets Ofsted standards (or
• in progress) e.g. Leadership & Management in Social Care.

Desirable

• Relevant professional qualification in Health or Social Care.
• D1 Bus Driver or willingness to achieve.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing a delegated budget.
• Experience in managing a staff group.
• Knowledge of children with additional needs including physical and learning disability.
• Knowledge of Children's Home Registration standards.
• Knowledge of children's safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of information sharing and governance policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of medication management.

Desirable

• Knowledge of carers issues, including legal framework.

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

Devon County Council

Address

-

Honiton

Devon

EX14 3NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.devon.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

All roles in the Trust include a mandatory 12-week training period. Therefore, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:

- applied for a Graduate visa

- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment

All roles in the Trust include a mandatory 12-week training period. Therefore successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 16th September 2026.

Interviews are due to be held on 29th September 2026.

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or NVQ level 4 or equivalent professional experience
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development

Desirable

• CIPD qualification or willing to undertake CIPD or HR module training
• Allocate Academy Qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an operational team in a busy office environment
• Previous experience working within an NHS workforce, HR or Medical Staffing environment
• Experience of rota management and workforce planning
• Experience of advising managers on employment related matters
• Experience of meeting strict deadlines and managing competing priorities
• Prioritising, planning and organising own tasks and working within guidelines
• Experience of IT packages including Microsoft office

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with HealthRoster/Allocate systems or similar software for the production of rota templates
• Experience supporting implementation of contractual change

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of NHS Medical Staffing processes
• An understanding of the NHS Resident Doctor Contract
• Knowledge of the Working Time Regulations
• An understanding of Workforce Planning Principles
• Strong knowledge of computer packages such as advanced Microsoft Excel including use of advanced functions

Desirable

• Knowledge of HealthRoster/Allocate Systems
• A working knowledge of employment law.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people including medical staff
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Ability to interpret and apply complex contractual guidance
• Ability to organise and manage own time and others to keep to schedule and deadline
• Ability to manage a complex workload
• Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously
• Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times dealing with it tactfully and with discretion

Desirable

• Ability to manage projects

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Together-safe, kind, excellent
• Actively promote and value equality, diversity and inclusion, treating others with dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Trust policies and procedures

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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division Corporate

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Lead the development and delivery of the Supportive Care Services Departmental Plan in line with the Hospice Strategy 2026 - 2031.

Develop innovative approaches to supportive and rehabilitative palliative care that increase reach, accessibility and impact.

Contribute to organisational planning, governance, quality improvement and business development initiatives.

Ensure services support the Hospice vision that everyone with a life-limiting illness is supported to live well until the end of life.

Champion the Hospice values of compassion, advocacy, justice, quality and respect for human dignity.

Service Development and Community Engagement

Lead the development and transformation of integrated supportive care services across inpatient, outpatient, and community, virtual and volunteer-led settings.

Drive innovation, service redesign and the expansion of supportive care, rehabilitation and wellbeing services to improve access, outcomes and sustainability.

Ensure services are responsive to the needs of diverse and underserved communities, reducing health inequalities and improving equitable access to hospice care.

Develop strategic partnerships with healthcare providers, commissioners, community and voluntary sector organisations to strengthen service delivery and community engagement.

Lead initiatives that raise awareness of hospice services and support the co-production of services with patients, carers, volunteers and community stakeholders.

Provide strategic leadership for volunteer services, expanding volunteer-led programmes and demonstrating their impact through measurable outcomes.

Identify opportunities for service growth, research, external funding and new models of care that extend the reach and impact of hospice services.

Represent the Hospice at local, regional and national forums, promoting excellence in supportive and rehabilitative palliative care.

Safeguarding

Act as the Hospices Designated Safeguarding Lead for adults and children.

Provide strategic leadership and expert advice on safeguarding across all Hospice services.

Lead the development and implementation of safeguarding policies, procedures and governance frameworks.

Ensure effective management of safeguarding concerns, working closely with statutory and partner agencies.

Promote a culture of safeguarding, dignity and inclusion across the organisation.

Monitor safeguarding compliance, training, audits and organisational learning, providing assurance to senior leadership and the board.

Ensure safeguarding practice supports the Hospices commitment to quality, equity of access and protecting vulnerable people.

Research, Education and Innovation

Provide strategic and operational leadership for supportive care services, ensuring safe, effective, compassionate and high-quality care.

Lead and develop managers, multidisciplinary teams and volunteers, promoting a positive, inclusive and values-driven culture.

Lead workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning, staff development and wellbeing to ensure services are sustainable and responsive to future needs.

Promote continuous learning, innovation, quality improvement and reflective practice.

Ensure effective governance, safeguarding, risk management, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across all services.

Monitor performance, outcomes and key indicators, using data, audit and feedback to drive improvement and demonstrate impact.

Manage budgets, resources and workforce utilisation effectively, ensuring value for money and financial sustainability.

Lead the development of volunteer contributions across supportive care services, maximising engagement and impact.

Produce assurance and performance reports for the Senior Management Team, Committees and Board.

Participate in the Hospice Manager On-Call rota and contribute to organisational leadership and strategic development.

Management and Workforce Development

Promote evidence-based practice across supportive care services.

Support research, innovation and service evaluation activities.

Develop partnerships with education providers and clinical networks.

Ensure learning from research and best practice is embedded across services

Participate in the hospice education programme.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant senior leadership experience within palliative, community or social care services
• Experience of partnership working across health, social care and voluntary sector organisations
• Experience of leading large multidisciplinary teams
• Able to conduct oneself in accordance with the Core Values and of St. Josephs Hospice
• Significant knowledge of adult and childrens safeguarding legislation & procedures
• Experience of budget management and resource planning

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration in a health or social care profession
• Masters degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Leadership or management qualification

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

St Joseph's Hospice

Address

Mare Street

London

E8 4SA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stjh.org.uk/about-us/our-history/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx-6rn76G9gIVQYBQBh0ftgaxEAAYASAAEgLITPD_BwE (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Responsible for the management of clinics and waiting lists, within Community Paediatrics. Inclusion Services (Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy), (Hub)Health Visiting/School Nursing & EHC
2. Prepare and track clinical records for all patients booked within the CBS, ensuring that appropriate records such as referral letters are filed/stored appropriately in accordance with the Trusts Policies and Procedures. Therefore ensuring that the records are available to clinicians prior to the patients appointments
3. Responsible for the management and booking of appointments on the Patient Administration System (RiO) system as well as the Choose & Book system
4. Responsible for calling the parents/carers of children who have not attended their appointments in order to ascertain the reason why and rebook a new appointment within the appropriate targeted timescales
5. Responsible for carrying out any clinic changes/cancellations on the RIO system in accordance with the CBS Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
6. Maintaining Record keeping in Rio & Care Plus for Health Visiting/School Nursing

Appointment/Pre-Clinic Activity

1. Booking appointments within the appropriate clinic rules and within appropriate timescales in accordance with the CBS SoP, this will include both making calls to parent/carers as well as receiving calls
2. Supporting the directorate on national targets e.g. 18 week Referral to Treatment (RTT), as well as Choose and Book (CaB)
3. Ensure Patients are offered a choice of appointment in line with national guidance, wherever possible (see point 2 above). Establishing if parental carers require interpreting services and liaising with Medical Secretaries to make appropriate arrangements.
4. Liaising closely with and responding to the queries from all stakeholders both internally and externally relating to appointments and activity. This will include clinics utilisation, reasons for non attendance and rescheduling clinics as required.
5. Ensuring all referral letters are date-stamped and registered on the patient administration system RIO, within 24 hours of receipt within the CBS to ensure triage is arranged within the clinic rules. .
6. Responsible for collecting missing demographic details from referrals and contacting the referring practitioners or patients directly to ensure completion of the referral documentation. .
7. Ensure that all clinic slots are fully utilised to avoid wasted capacity, where clinics are underutilised inform the Operational Team Leader or Central Booking Service & Activity Manager for appropriate action
8. Ensure that patients who have either i) requested changes to their appointment or ii) have had their appointment changed by the clinicians, are offered appropriate revised appointment dates over the telephone in accordance with 18-week rules
9. Ensure all appointments made and/or changes made to existing appointments are confirmed by letter and recorded on the Patient Administration System (RiO)
10. Ensure all short-notice rescheduling of appointments are completed on RIO and followed up with a telephone confirmation with the parent/carer
11. Maintaining and following the Pathway process of the Hub for Health visiting and School Nursing.

Post-Clinic Activity

1. Ensure accurate data inputting of the Community Paediatricians clinical activity onto the RIO system in line with the CBS SoP and Trust Targets (no later than day 7 of the end of the working month)
2. Liaise with Community Paediatricians, Therapists, Health Visiting/School Nursing Teams and Local Authority regarding any queries with data quality to ensure accurate data is recorded
3. Ensure all activity forms are filed appropriately and within a timely manner and are available for audit purposes
4. Provide general non clinical information to patients and staff, while maintaining patients confidentiality.

General duties

1. Responsible for the supervision of the workload and training staff in the Booking Service. This includes covering the work of junior staff when they are on leave
2. Taking part in the rotational tasks within the CBS, which includes ensuring all telephone lines are appropriately covered by staff on a daily basis
3. Ensure all standard operating procedures and codes of conduct are clearly adhered to and updated appropriately in line with guidance from the Central Booking Service &Activity Manager/Operational Team Leader
4. To be involved in, and to undertake, audits and validation/actioning of reports as appropriate, also reviewing work carried out by junior staff
5. Ensure that high levels of confidentiality, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldecott Principles, are adhered to at all times
6. Partaking in an annual appraisal and agreeing a personal development plan which will include; attending all mandatory training and participating in meetings as appropriate
7. To take part in any pilots/trials of new technology in relation to clinic activity collection
8. Receiving complex and/or sensitive information regarding patients including Child Protection referrals.
9. Make up Patient Notes for all new patients and ensure their dispatch to the appropriate clinic
10. Maintaining up to date filing, ensure archiving of all patients correspondence in line with Trust record keeping policy
11. The post holder will be responsible for updating RIO following notifications of death by GPs and/or relatives
12. Post holder will ensure to follow the escalation policy (part of the SoP) to ensure that any issues with clinic times, waits, data inputting are raised with the CBS Team Leader and Management at all times.
13. Following the Hub pathway processes for Health Visiting and School nursing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE passes including English at C or above or relevant administrative experience or qualifications
• RIO experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous Admin experience
• Experience of working with the General Public

Skills

Essential

• Competent in using MS Word, Excel, Access

Desirable

• Competent in working with a wide range of professionals

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload and use own initiative
• Ability to follow tasks through to completion

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

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Gee House

Holborn Hill

Birmingham

B7 5JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details, a summary is below:

• Undertakes the daily checking of equipment when assigned to do so, e.g. emergency equipment and oxygen cylinders to ensure that they are safe to use.
• Manages stock rotation and is mindful of waste.
• Uses the Inform software as the services method of Electronic Patient Records (EPR) using the templates which support the nature of service the patient has chosen to access.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Phlebotomy knowledge and experience

Interest / knowledge

Essential

• Interest/knowledge of Sexual Health issues

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills

Understanding

Essential

• Understanding of patient identification and correct specimen labelling

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

Inclusion

Address

Cobridge Sexual Health Centre

Stoke on Trent

ST6 2JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Through effective and demonstrable clinical leadership, the Matron will facilitate the Emergency Department Senior Charge Nurses to deliver excellence in nursing practices and continually improve the patient experience. The post holder will ensure that all patients are treated with compassion, dignity and respect placing value on the diversity of the local community and beyond.

The Matron will promote best practice in the prevention of infection through ensuring a clean and safe environment The Matrons key responsibility is to ensure that the patient experience is of the highest quality inspiring patient and public confidence. This will be achieved through high visibility, accessibility and surveillance.

In collaboration with the Chief Nurse, Divisional Director of Nursing and Nursing Lead and the other senior nurses, the post holder will be closely involved in the planning and implementation of nursing initiatives and patient pathways throughout the division. He / she will be expected to contribute to the divisional service development strategy.

Please refer to the job description for further responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Mentorship / Coaching qualification (or equivalent experience of supervising students)
• 24 months experience working within a emergency department / setting
• Evidence Based Emergency Care Qualification or equivalent (Level 6/7)

Desirable

• Level 1/2 RCN Emergency Nursing Competencies

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of standard setting, benchmarking & audit.
• Extensive knowledge of speciality and key priorities
• Proficient to expert knowledge of speciality

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience within speciality or other critical care experience
• Extensive knowledge of speciality and key priorities
• Proficient to expert knowledge of speciality

Skills

Essential

• Organisation and management skills
• Teaching & facilitating others
• Articulate advanced written & oral 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.

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

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Medway Hospital

Windmill Road

Gillingham

ME7 5NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on all the duties and responsibilities please see attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered General Nurse - Adult Post-registration nursing experience required. Evidence of continuing professional developmen

Desirable

• Health promotion certificates Counselling certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience and ability to work within and across a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of working in an occupational health service.

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS.

Key Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload, manage complex and sensitive issues with discretion. Communication and problem solving skills. Intermediate level computer skills, MS Word, Exel and Powerpoint. Venipuncture and Vaccination skills

Desirable

• Knowlede of NHS and current legislation.

Essential

Essential

• Experience of working in an occupational health service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

1A Dukesway Court

Team Valley Trading Estate

Gateshead

NE11 0PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

1. NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification/experience

2. Knowledge and experience of office administration procedures

3. Good interpersonal communication and reporting skills

4. Good/advanced IT skills and the ability to navigate around various systems and software packages

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 that AI tools 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. AI must 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.

We are 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 don't hesitate to contact Lucy Jacobs on 07929 804504 or email : [email protected] who'll 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 or training

Essential

• NVQ3 or equivalent qualification/experience
• Basic knowledge of administration and/or office procedures
• Previous knowledge and experience of working in an office and/or customer care environment, undertaking a full range of administrative duties, including minute-taking
• Knowledge and experience of using a variety of software programmes/packages

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Mental Health Support Teams, Rowan Childrens Centre, Foxhill School Site, Pondmoor Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7JZ

Foxhill School Site, Pondmoor Road

Bracknell

RG12 7JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached Job description and Person Specification for further information on the job role requirements.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical1.1 To provide manage a caseload of service users with multiple, enduring and complex mental health needs through provision of therapeutic care and treatment in the individuals own home and othercommunity venues.1.2 To provide specialist, culturally appropriate, evidence based occupational therapy assessments for service users within the hub in order to establish and meet their occupational needs.1.3 To provide full vocational needs assessment, advice and on-going intervention related to an individuals vocational needs.1.4 To select and use validated standardised assessment tools routinely and in practice, exhibiting clinical reasoning skills; to include the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) assessments.1.5 To apply specialist clinical knowledge and skills to carry out evidence based occupational therapy interventions, both individual and in groups, which are underpinned by relevant theoretical approaches and in line with the Trusts Research and Development Strategy; to lead andsupervise junior staff in this practice as required.1.6 To plan, implement and review individually tailored programmes of intervention using individual and group work approaches.1.7 To support service users and colleagues to ensure that care plans are developed in partnership with the individual and that they reflect recovery goals. These should be strengths-based and orientedtowards reinforcing a positive identity and developing valued social roles.1.8 To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions against clear aims, objectives and outcome measures in line with evidence based practice and in conjunction with service users, carers and other professionals.1.9 To identify opportunities and needs for group work in the community and to plan, implement, facilitate and evaluate community groups which promote social inclusion for service users.1.10 To establish links with the CNWL Recovery College; and as appropriate, deliver courses within the college alongside peer trainers.1.11 To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental illness and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the service users social and physical environment.1.12 To determine the impact of mental and physical conditions on service users functional ability and

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registered Occupational Therapist.
• Practice Educator training

Desirable

• Post qualification training in relevant mental health therapeutic skills.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Extensive post qualification experience working in mental health settings as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience of working with service users presenting with a wide range of complex mental health conditions.
• Experience of delivering healthy lifestyle interventions.
• Experience in assessment and interventions related to physical healthcare needs.
• Experience in using a range of standardised OT assessments.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Experience of drafting group protocols and setting up / facilitating groups / group programme.
• Supervision of OT students / non-qualified staff.
• Experience of partnership working in promoting socially inclusive opportunities for patients.
• Experience in completing HONOS screening clustering tool / Risk Assessment Tools.

Desirable

• Experience of working in adult mental health community team.
• Experience in audit / research projects

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Clear concept of Occupational Therapy and models of practice.
• Good communication skills written, verbal, listening and use of up to date systems of communication i.e. IT systems, e-mail, telephone etc.
• Ability to work autonomously, as well as part of an MDT.
• Individual/group work skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and use initiative.
• Able to work creatively to engage patients.
• Timely reporting and record keeping.
• To actively supervise both OT students and unqualified staff.
• Regularly identify and undertake appropriate learning opportunities as part of ongoing CPD.
• Recovery focused approach to service delivery.
• Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach that considers the needs of the whole person.
• Able to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, using good communication skills.
• To determine the impact of mental and physical conditions on service user's functional ability and undertake assessment/make recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations.
• Good understanding of the application of risk assessment and risk management strategies which facilitates a patient's recovery.
• Good awareness of the principles of safeguarding and how to implement this in practice.

Desirable

• Research and development at graduate level.
• Knowledge of the theory underpinning the Model of Human Occupation.
• Completion of OT medication management training.
• To have completed practice placement educators' course.

Attitudes, aptitudes and personal characteristics

Essential

• High level of personal motivation.
• Ability to work in a team setting i.e. collaborating/facilitating/directing and understanding diversity.
• Good organisational skills and ability to delegate effectively.
• Ability to encourage patient participation and ensure a high delivery of customer service.
• Flexible in approach.
• Demonstrate self-awareness and an ability to use initiative.
• Ability to manage conflict constructively
• Demonstrate a willingness to develop knowledge and skills.
• Ability to take on responsibility.
• To act as a positive role model for junior staff.

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 and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

QPP Community Mental Health Hub

7A Woodfield Road

London

W9 2NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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