Job description

Job responsibilities

Driving Duties

Patient Transport Drivers must have at least 2 years driving experience and hold a full manual driving licence. Those applicants with points and endorsements will be asked to declare them in their application. These declarations will be checked, and applicants may not be successful if their licence status is deemed to not align with the requirements of the role.

PTD duties also include driving Trust vehicles, in a manner that provides a safe and smooth journey for their passengers, following the highway code. They will ensure that their vehicles are roadworthy, fully equipped, fuelled and maintained in a clean and tidy manner. reporting immediately any defects or accidents.

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.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE English and Maths. Or educated to NVQ level 3
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Manual UK Driving License
• 2 years' driving experience experience

Desirable

• Advanced driving qualifications
• First aid or similar experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of dealing with the elderly/infirm individuals with health conditions or mobilities issues
• Experience in Patient Transport Service or similar.
• Understanding importance of following procedures in role.
• Understanding of data confidentiality.
• Experience in reporting incidents and near misses.
• Ability to recognise when to share pertinent information.

Skills

Essential

• Able to use own initiative
• Responds positively to changing workloads.
• Ability to recognise and respond to risk.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a part of a wider team.
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Decisive problem-solving ability.
• Ability to plan economical routes.
• Ability to map-read and/or use satellite navigation.

Desirable

• Able to work under pressure
• Work within team framework

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of diversity and inclusion
• Understanding of Trust Values and expected behaviors.
• Ability to prioritize workload, work under pressure and deliver results.
• Adaptability and flexibility in changing environments
• Professional, calm and reassuring manner
• Ability to apply "customer care" skills.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake training and continuous learning
• Work towards improving quality of service
• Work to deliver agreed objectives

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

Newham University Hospital

London

E13 8SL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Functions

Named responsibility and professional accountability for the management of a defined caseload including the delegation of tasks to other members of the team.

The post holder will have continuing responsibility for visible leadership which ensures an equitable evidence-based service, which is underpinned by the pillars of clinical governance.

Prescribe within their individual scope of practice in line with V300 qualification and ensure that nurse prescribing is undertaken in a safe, cost effective manner.

Develop a caseload profile, identifying those groups with specific health needs and implement and evaluate programmes of care to target groups taking a case management approach.

Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Trust guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults.

Act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Contribute towards ensuring the trust objectives are implemented and to support the Professional Lead in influencing change.

Provide appropriate nursing care to patients on the defined caseloads.

Provide specialist advice appropriate to health and social care to patients, carers, relatives and other agencies.

Participate in the development, training and mentorship of pre-registration students/medical students and staff as required including induction and preceptorship programmes.

To provide assistance with the resolution of complaints within the clinical speciality, or sphere of responsibility.

To attend meetings and deputise for the Specialist District Nurse and/or Professional Lead as required and ensure that information is disseminated within the nursing team.

Assist with the delivery of a comprehensive induction programme for new staff members.

Communication

Demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills in situations which may be complex, highly sensitive and emotive. All communication will be underpinned by the principles of data protection, dignity and confidentiality.

Adopt and promote the highest level of verbal, non-verbal, written and electronic communication skills. Be open and honest, act with integrity and uphold the reputation of the profession as directed by the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC, 2015).

Take responsibility for initiating and/or engaging in open discussion with statutory and voluntary agencies and all members of the wider multi-disciplinary team as appropriate

Ensure effective communication to support continuity of care on transfer between hospital, community, residential and nursing care settings and vice versa.

Analysis and Judgement

Critically evaluate team leadership, operational and project management in the context of observing national and local policy

Promotes and maintains accurate record keeping and conforms to NMC policy and data protection legislation.

Uses resources effectively and being aware of budgetary constraints including ordering of equipment.

Will participate in research and development projects within the clinical field, embracing opportunities to develop knowledge by undertaking further study whilst sharing initiatives with others.

Responsible for communicating and receiving sensitive, complex, and sometimes contentious information, dealing effectively with staff, relatives, and carers whilst ensuring confidentiality. Will use developed persuasive, motivational, negotiating skills, where agreement and cooperation is required. There may be barriers to understanding.

Supporting the Specialist District Nurse, Professional Lead and Quality Matron in the development of audit systems within SWFT to ensure continuing evaluation of clinical practice by facilitating clinical audit programmes and research in line with clinical governance priorities

Planning and Organisational Skills

Supervise and direct work undertaken by other members of the skill mix team on a daily basis.

Direct responsibility for the day-to-day supervision and performance of the district nursing team.

To input statistical information by electronically recording daily activity on EMIS, ensuring each contact/activity is recorded in real time.

Responsible for ensuring that staff are supported in accessing Clinical Supervision

Demonstrate and contribute to a positive team culture which promotes an effective learning environment, facilitation of shared leadership, preceptorship, mentorship, clinical supervision, openness and candour, and provision of an educational environment.

Responsibility for Patient Care

Critically assess, plan, and evaluate evidenced based care interventions to meet contemporary need and improve health to prevent disease in individuals and populations

Take responsibility for the complex and holistic assessment or delegation of planning, implementation and evaluation of care on an individual basis, utilising recognised models and tools, e.g. end of life care and long term conditions.

Diagnostic assessment, routinely utilising patient head to toe examinations in order to diagnose, implement treatment plan, including prescribing, and/or escalating when clinically required and appropriate.

As a District Nurse there will be a need for a varied clinical skill set, including, but not limited to:

End of Life Care - Syringe Drivers and symptom control

Intravenous Therapy

Management of Plural Drains

Wound Care Including complex e.g. Vacuum assisted therapy

Leg Ulcers Including compressions therapy

Continence Management Catheters, Bowel Management

Patient education and training of self-management techniques

Multi Comorbidities and prevention of deterioration management e.g. Heart Failure, Diabetes, Respiratory, Frailty, Dementia

Social prescribing

Named responsibility for the management of a defined caseload and population.

Focuses on the needs of the defined patient groups population, and continues to hold up to date knowledge of public health

Acts as patients advocate where appropriate.

Be proactive in offering health promotion and participate in health promotion activities for a defined caseload.

Utilise health needs assessment for the local population.

The District Nurse will recognise triggers of deterioration/increased need of patients and initiate the Continuing Healthcare/NHS Funded Nursing Care assessment process

To work with the Specialist District Nurse / Professional Lead to ensure performance indicators are achieved, avoiding patient harms and supporting preferred place of care.

Ensuring excellent working relationships and communication links with all stakeholders including acute hospital staff, Local Authorities, Social Care teams and voluntary services as appropriate for patient care.

Policy and Service Development

To take a lead on quality initiatives, including but not limited to Community care Indicators, Hand Hygiene, Saving Lives and IWGC.

Understanding of District Nursing national frameworks, policy and guidance with the ability to interpret and implement at service level

Participate in and contribute to service redesign and policy development to benefit patient care with support of seniors.

Source patients/relatives/carers views and feedback on their experience of SWFT OOHCC services in order to influence and inform future service provision.

To contribute to the implementation and audit of policies, guidelines and procedures ensuring practice is evidence-based and patient centred.

Will undertake Personal Development Reviews (PDR) and relevant development plans for members of the team. Assist in the identification of individual training requirements in line with NMC Revalidation and Pay Progression requirements.

Responsibility for Human Resources

Responsible for the day to day management of band 5 nurses to support the Professional lead direct line management, which includes the following:

To identify workforce planning issues and actively participate in the recruitment, selection and retention of clinical staff.

Ensuring that team members are supported with returning to work following a period of sick leave and ensuring that the sickness management policy is followed at all times, seeking senior support when required

Ensure team members are up to date with mandatory and statutory training

Responsible for Performance Development Reviews for staff within the team.

Contributing to the promotion of team morale and management of conflict within the team by adopting an open and honest approach in order to seek resolve

Supporting and promoting team and self-wellbeing

Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act

Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines

Promote and participate in clinical supervision

Maintain clinical and professional proficiencies, capabilities, behaviours and values in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services

Responsibility for Research & Development

Demonstrate a critical approach to identifying, applying, and disseminating research findings relating to community specialist practice.

Ensure standards, protocols and policies are evidence based and applied to practice

Keep abreast of current clinical issues thus always promoting best practice

Critique and use research to inform practice

Complete regular clinical audits and support the Specialist District Nurse / Professional Lead with evaluation and improvement.

General

The post holder will be required to have access to independent means of transport for work purposes to travel across the Trust and to other agencies

The post holder will be unavoidably exposed to challenging working conditions such as travelling during extreme and inclement weather including snow, icy conditions and excess heat.

The Trust endorses the principle of whether people smoke or not is a matter of personal choice but where they smoke is a matter of public concern. The policy on smoking and health protects non-smokers and requires that all Trust premises are smoke free.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (1st Level)
• First level degree in related subject
• Evidence of Continuous professional Development relevant to the field of practice
• Evidence of leadership or management training
• Practice Educator and Assessor Preparation (PEAP) or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• District Nursing Specialist Practitioner Qualification or working towards it
• Coaching CPD

Experience

Essential

• Significant Post registration community experience
• Post registration experience of caseload management
• Evidence of Personalised Care planning and complex patient management
• Ability to take appropriate action to assess and manage risk
• Experience of empowering a positive learning culture for interdisciplinary and interagency teams
• Proven experience of working autonomously in challenging situations

Desirable

• Experience in managing complaints
• Experience in service improvement

Skills

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management.
• Advanced clinical decision-making skills to support patient centred care
• Advanced clinical skills to include a variety of patient conditions and comorbidities
• In-depth understanding of community nursing and long-term condition management.
• Must have excellent prioritisation and time keeping skills
• IT Literate
• Ability to supervise, support, and mentor junior staff
• Ability to work collaboratively across professional and organisational boundaries

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Communicate effectively using a range of skills and strategies with colleagues and people at all stages of life and with a range of mental, physical, cognitive and behavioural health challenges
• Practise autonomously, proactively and innovatively, demonstrating selfawareness, emotional intelligence and openness
• Willingness to work flexibly and travel across the district.
• Excellent role model demonstrating compassion and a patient-centred approach
• Showcases trust values at all times

Other

Essential

• Must have means of own transport and able to drive in variable weather conditions
• Must be a non-smoker during working hours
• Must be willing to undertake Criminal records Bureau Disclosure to Enhanced / Standard level
• Must be legally entitled to work in this country

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Acorn House

Station Approach, Coventry Road

Warwick

CV34 4RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical: To support Psychologists/Psychological Therapists with assessments and interventions (e.g. risk assessments, neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observations and semi-structured interviews) of service users, family members and others involved in the service users care, as appropriate to level of training, competence and under live or regular supervision from a qualified Psychologist/Psychological Therapist. To formulate and deliver care, training or research plans within settings where there may be a hostile atmosphere, challenging behaviour or high levels of expressed emotion. To support the delivery of evidence based psychological interventions for service users. To assist in the development of psychologically based frameworks of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users of the service. To conduct literature searches, collate audit and outcome evidence, analyse relevant data and produce reports to inform and enhance care delivered by the service. To work with other team members to improve care, training and research practices and the quality of life of service users. To attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings. To carry out other clinical and administrative tasks as appropriate to the post holders grade. To prepare and manage materials for clinical groups and evaluation projects.

Teaching, training and supervision: To receive regular supervision and line management from a Psychologist/Psychological Therapist. To gain wider experience of professional psychology and psychosocial interventions and management, within the principal service area where the post holder is employed. To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties. To contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care.

IT responsibilities: To develop and manage systems for efficient administration and co-ordination of care, training or research. To establish and maintain records and statistics concerning the service. To be acquainted with, implement and maintain all relevant Trust and Psychology and Psychological Therapies policies and procedures. To report immediately any incidents affecting staff, users or visitors on health and probation service property in accordance with Trust and HMPPS policies. To manage diaries, work plans and project plans as required. To carry out other administrative tasks as appropriate to the post holders grade.

Research and service evaluation: To initiate, implement and contribute to the evaluation, monitoring and development of the service, including audit and service evaluation, with colleagues within and across the service, to help develop and improve services. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research in order to promote evidence based clinical practice. This will contribute to the clinical work of Psychologists/Psychological Therapists and other team members. To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects with the service as required. To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.

General: To contribute to the development and maintenance of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes, in consultation with the post holders professional and service manager(s). To contribute to the development and articulation of best practice across the service, by continuing to develop relevant professional skills, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal and maintaining an active engagement with current developments in the relevant disciplines. To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance in accordance with professional codes of practice and Trust/LPP/HMPPS policies and procedures. To maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and issues in relation to both the specific client group and mental health. To maintain confidentiality and information governance in line with Trust and HMPPS policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A lower second class (2.2) honours degree or higher in psychology
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in a relevant area of professional psychology, health and social care practice and / or research design and analysis

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with service users with complex needs/mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or forensic histories
• Experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds and with a range of cultural experiences
• Experience of group work and/or individual therapeutic contact
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with databases, research and methodology

Desirable

• Experience of using psychometric tests and/or risk assessments
• Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis and good working knowledge of statistical packages
• Experience of providing teaching or training to other professionals
• A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology
• Personal or lived experience that is relevant to understanding of the work and issues faced by service users

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work well within a team and foster good working relationships, as well as work autonomously to manage own workload and time
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, sensitive and potentially distressing information to service users and other professional colleagues
• Ability to assimilate complex information and use reflective/analytic thinking to apply psychological perspectives in work in a healthcare setting
• Ability to be reflective in therapeutic practice and use clinical supervision appropriately and effectively
• Ability to be flexible and cope with multiple demands

Desirable

• Skills in providing low intensity psychological interventions
• Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to mental health and criminal justice contexts
• High standard of report writing

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blue Star House

234-244 Stockwell Road

London

SW9 9SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. Work as an experienced autonomous practitioner, professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own practice and for maintaining a high standard of patient-centred care.

2. Undertake comprehensive specialist assessment, differential diagnosis and management of patients with complex dysphagia, integrating clinical history, examination findings, instrumental assessment and relevant medical information.

3. Analyse and interpret highly complex and sometimes conflicting clinical information to formulate individualised management plans, including recommendations regarding oral intake, rehabilitation, compensatory strategies and onward referral.

4. Undertake FEES and videofluoroscopy within own scope of competence, contributing to diagnosis, treatment planning and review, and supporting safe governance of instrumental swallowing assessment.

5. Provide highly specialist dysphagia assessment and management for patients with tracheostomies and patients in critical care, working closely with the multidisciplinary team.

6. Provide expert clinical advice and second opinions for complex, high-risk or unusual dysphagia presentations and support appropriate escalation where clinical risk is identified.

7. Assess capacity and obtain valid informed consent in accordance with relevant legislation and Trust policy, contributing to best-interest and risk-management discussions where appropriate.

8. Communicate complex and sensitive information regarding swallowing, aspiration risk, nutrition and hydration and management options to patients, relatives, carers and professionals, including situations where there are barriers to understanding or differing views.

9. Work collaboratively with ward and community teams to support safe transfer of care, ensuring clear communication of swallowing recommendations and onward referral where required.

Clinical Leadership and Service Development

1. Act as the Trust clinical lead and expert resource for dysphagia, providing professional leadership and promoting consistently high standards of dysphagia care.

2. Lead the development, implementation and review of dysphagia pathways, clinical guidelines, standard operating procedures and competency frameworks in line with current evidence, professional guidance and Trust governance requirements.

3. Identify opportunities for service improvement and lead or contribute to quality improvement initiatives that improve patient safety, experience, outcomes, efficiency and equity of access.

4. Work collaboratively with the Operational Lead SLT and relevant team leads regarding service pressures, clinical priorities and dysphagia-related risks. Routine staffing, caseload allocation and cover arrangements remain the responsibility of operational/team leads.

5. Influence multidisciplinary practice and decision-making relating to dysphagia, including the management of complex clinical risk.

6. Support the development and evaluation of instrumental dysphagia services, including FEES and videofluoroscopy, promoting equitable and clinically appropriate access.

7. Maintain effective professional networks with relevant internal and external services, professional groups, universities and research networks.

Clinical Governance, Quality and Risk

1. Lead dysphagia-related clinical governance activity, including audit, service evaluation, quality improvement and the use of relevant outcome measures.

2. Monitor and evaluate the quality, safety and effectiveness of dysphagia practice and use data, feedback, incidents and audit findings to inform improvement.

3. Contribute specialist dysphagia expertise to the review and investigation of relevant incidents, complaints and clinical risks, identifying learning and supporting implementation of actions.

4. Promote evidence-based practice by critically appraising new evidence and national/professional guidance and translating relevant findings into local practice.

5. Ensure dysphagia-related policies, procedures and clinical resources are reviewed and updated appropriately.

6. Promote safe practice in relation to infection prevention and control, equipment, record keeping, information governance and risk management.

Education, Training and Clinical Supervision

1. Lead and coordinate a programme of dysphagia education and training for SLTs and relevant members of the wider multidisciplinary workforce across Trust sites.

2. Provide clinical supervision, specialist advice and competency support to SLTs developing or maintaining dysphagia skills.

3. Support competency development in specialist areas including instrumental assessment, tracheostomy and complex dysphagia where this falls within the post holder's scope of practice.

4. Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education, including supervision and teaching of Speech and Language Therapy students.

5. Support induction and development of new staff and contribute to multidisciplinary education relating to dysphagia.

6. Maintain own continuing professional development and specialist competencies, reflecting on practice and maintaining an evidence-based professional portfolio in accordance with HCPC and RCSLT requirements.

7. Participate in annual appraisal/PDR as an appraisee and, where formally delegated, contribute to PDR or development review processes for other staff.

Communication and Collaborative Working

1. Establish and maintain effective communication networks for dysphagia across the Trust and with relevant community and external services.

2. Communicate highly complex, sensitive or contentious information effectively, adapting communication to the needs of patients, carers and colleagues.

3. Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, dietetic, pharmacy, therapy, radiology, critical care and other colleagues to ensure coordinated multidisciplinary dysphagia care.

4. Promote awareness of the role and contribution of Speech and Language Therapy in dysphagia management and patient safety.

5. Build constructive relationships across professional and organisational boundaries and contribute specialist expertise to relevant meetings, working groups and service-development forums.

Organisation and Management

1. Prioritise and manage own specialist clinical workload effectively, responding appropriately to clinical urgency and risk.

2. Use resources responsibly and contribute to service planning by identifying dysphagia-related demand, capacity, risk and development needs.

3. Contribute to recruitment and selection where appropriate.

4. Contribute to the review of referral criteria and pathways for dysphagia services.

5. Collect and interpret relevant activity, outcome and quality data to support service evaluation, governance and planning.

6. This post provides clinical leadership for dysphagia. Routine line management, day-to-day staff deployment and operational cover arrangements are not inherent responsibilities of the role unless separately and explicitly delegated.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
• Current HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
• Evidence of relevant postgraduate education and training in adult dysphagia
• Evidence of ongoing CPD relevant to highly specialist dysphagia practice

Desirable

• Postgraduate study at Master's level or equivalent
• Leadership/service improvement training
• Clinical educator/supervision qualification or training

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration SLT experience, including substantial experience in adult dysphagia
• Highly specialist knowledge and experience in assessment and management of complex adult dysphagia
• Demonstrable competence in clinical dysphagia assessment and management at a highly specialist level
• Experience of managing complex clinical risk and making autonomous clinical decisions
• Experience of working within an acute hospital multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in assessment and management of patients with tracheostomy
• Competent in videofluoroscopic assessment of swallowing or evidence of advanced progress towards independent competence with ability to achieve full competence within an agreed timeframe
• Independent competence in FEES, or evidence of advanced progress towards independent competence with ability to achieve full competence within an agreed timeframe
• Knowledge of relevant professional guidance and evidence relating to dysphagia

Desirable

• Experience across a range of acute specialties, e.g. stroke, critical care, respiratory, frailty, neurology
• Experience of developing or expanding an instrumental assessment service
• Advanced tracheostomy experience
• FEES supervisor/mentor level competence
• Experience of complex shared decision-making/eating and drinking with acknowledged risks
• Experience across organisational boundaries/community interfaces

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Sound knowledge of clinical governance, patient safety, risk management and evidence-based practice
• Experience of clinical audit/service evaluation and implementing improvements arising from findings
• Experience of quality improvement/service improvement
• Ability to critically appraise evidence and translate evidence/guidance into clinical practice

Desirable

• Experience contributing to investigation of incidents or complaints
• Formal QI methodology training
• Research experience, publication or presentation
• Experience presenting audit/QI work beyond own service

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive and potentially contentious information to patients, carers and professionals
• Evidence of effective multidisciplinary working and ability to influence clinical decision-making
• Ability to manage differences of professional opinion constructively and advocate for safe, patient-centred dysphagia care
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning and sound professional judgement
• Able to work autonomously and take responsibility for complex clinical decisions within scope of practice
• Demonstrates clinical leadership, professional credibility and ability to act as a positive role model
• Able to prioritise competing demands and respond appropriately to clinical risk
• Able to work collaboratively and build effective professional relationships
• Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and person-centred care
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Trust values: being open and honest, ensuring people feel cared for, and showing respect for everyone

Desirable

• Previous formal clinical lead experience
• Experience of business case or service redesign work
• Formal leadership/management development

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Working within Digital transformation and Improvement teams.
• Identifying and delivering quality and efficiency improvements across the Trust.
• Supporting and leading enabling work streams (including theatres, procurement and outpatients).
• Measuring and tracking the impact of any agreed change in relation to both quality and financial benefits.
• Delivering their projects and programmes using the agreed improvement tools and techniques and being viewed as our Improvement Coaches by colleagues and the wider Trust.
• Effectively cascading improvement skill and tool through the teams and work streams they work with (e.g. through a train the trainer approach). Over time these roles will be responsible for developing a pool of skilled Advanced Improvers, or Improvement Champions.
• Leading by example; with a positive mindset, the behaviours and habits of an improver through engagement and influential leadership.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement across the Trusts pathways and processes.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Highly developed Improvement specialist knowledge underpinned by broad & deep theory & experience at a senior level working in a complex NHS (or appropriate other complex project) environment..
• Master's Degree level qualification or equivalent experience gained in a health related and/or large complex organisation.
• Formal quality improvement training qualification of a L5 Lean 6Sigma Black Belt or above (or equivalent).
• Excellent knowledge and practical experience of using Improvement tools and techniques through leading improvement projects with beneficial outcomes.
• Evidence of effective people management and leadership skills.
• Track record of leading and managing complex change programmes in a large Trust (or appropriate other complex environment).

Desirable

• Experience of quality improvement within a healthcare or manufacturing setting
• Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE 2, Managing Successful Projects or equivalent).
• Formal training on digital applications such as Power Automate, Power Apps, SQL.
• Formal data management and analytical training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of designing and delivering training in the principles, methods, techniques and tools for effective Improvement.
• Experience of managing and leading a wide range of stakeholders through complex change
• Knowledge of formal risk management methodologies
• Knowledge of research, audit, data collection and analysis methodologies
• Experience of leading stakeholders through complex option appraisals processes and business case development cycles.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and presentation skills in lecture theatre environment, or one to one briefings.
• Ability to manage competing demands, deadlines and a pressured environment with humility and good grace.
• Designing and resourcing modules of education and training, communicating effectively verbally, including presentation skills in lecture theatre environment, or one to one briefings.
• Ability to manage competing demands, deadlines and a pressured environment with humility and good grace.
• Experience of leading a team and taking responsibility for team and leadership operational management and development.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of current NHS structures and health and social care delivery systems
• Clinical professional qualification or Operational Management qualification or equivalent knowledge gained in a health related organization.
• Evidence of Achieving Transformation which has resulted in positive change in a health and/or social care setting.
• Evidence of Achieving Transformation which has resulted in positive change in a health and/or social care setting.
• Experience of using NHS or Lean change management knowledge, tools, models and theory
• Experience of co- design and co- production with patient involvement and leadership

Communication & Relationship Skills

Essential

• Ability to negotiate on difficult and controversial issues with stakeholders and others in order to agree 'win - win' solutions to competing issues
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, including presentation skills in lecture theatre environment, or one to one briefings
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, including formal report writing
• Ability to present to large groups including the public as necessary.
• Has the ability to manage conflicting views and reconcile professional differences of opinion.
• Ability to present complex and sensitive information to groups of staff from multidisciplinary backgrounds at all levels of the organisation.

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Ability to present complex and sensitive information to groups of staff from multidisciplinary backgrounds at all levels of the organisation.
• Has the ability to manage conflicting views and reconcile professional differences of opinion.

Desirable

• Highly literate using data analytics and statistical modelling. Experience of using applications such as Minitab, SPSS.

Planning & Organisational Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate the ability to plan over short, medium and long term, and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
• Demonstrable experience of methods and techniques for reporting of progress against plan; and of being process driven and organised, in order to achieve milestones
• Demonstrable experience of managing a diverse workload on own initiative and with your home team.
• A flexible approach to work, comfortable with being agile and working at time remotely without supervision
• Must have skill set that supports remote working, using tools for communication, collaboration, planning and project management.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Glenfield Hospital

Groby Road

Leicester

LE3 9QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To promote community engagement with our cohort who have come through the keyworker system.
• To be an effective communicator which includes listening to our young people.
• To develop and facilitate a group which promotes social inclusion, confidence building and a sense of belonging for our cohort.
• To support people on an individual basis to work towards specific goals to promote impendence and inclusion.
• To work closely with the keyworker team and supporting in the development of the service across the Black Country
• To network with partner agencies having up to date information around current offers to sign post our cohort to.
• To have a person-centred approach recognising that each individuals needs are different.
• To have the ability to be flexible in your communication styles and approaches.
• To build on existing Black Country good practice within the keyworker service

Person Specification

Criteria required for the role.

Essential

• Relevant/Transferrable Skills
• Experience of being part of a team
• Experience of helping others
• Effective communicator

Desirable

• Experience of leading a group
• Some understanding of children's mental health and human rights and ability to/willingness to learn and undertake further training
• Ability to learn of Black Country locally available provision.

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wolverhampton Civic Centre/remote

Wolverhampton/Black Country Wide

WV1 9SE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description is attached as a separate document with the person spec - please refer to it for more information.

We appreciate how useful AI can be in todays workplace. For this application though, we want to understand your own thoughts and experience. We will be checking applications for AI usage, and those that appear to be significantly AI-generated may be subject to additional scrutiny.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of supporting or caring for people in either an employment, voluntary capacity or personal capacity for a minimum of 1 year
• Experience working part of a team
• Experience of following support plans, care plans or risk assessments

Desirable

• Previous learning disability day service or social care experience
• Experience of supporting people with complex health needs, epilepsy, dysphagia, diabetes or positive behaviour support needs
• Experience of joint working with families, carers, advocates or other professionals

Qualifications

Essential

• Literacy and numeracy skills at Level 2 or equivalent level of competence
• Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care, equivalent experience or willing to complete within 18 months of appointment

Desirable

• Care Certificate
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Relevant Learning Disability or Autism Awareness Training
• Epilepsy Awareness
• Moving and Handling Training

Other

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly with regard to working hours/arrangements, which may include early morning working
• Ability to safely use a range of moving and handling equipment i.e. moving and handling, push/pulling wheelchairs/using hoist equipment
• Ability to work in a variety of settings
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to CPG core values

Desirable

• Understanding of how to promote service-user choice, participation and outcomes within a day-service environment

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Understanding of person-centred support and the needs of adults with learning disabilities
• Good verbal, written and adapted communication skills, including listening, empathy, compassion and patience
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and share relevant information appropriately
• Ability to support personal care, daily living skills, meaningful activity, group activities, community access and independence
• Ability to maintain accurate, factual and timely written or electronic records
• Awareness of safeguarding and ability to recognise and report abuse, neglect, exploitation, avoidable harm, incidents or changes in need
• Awareness of health and safety, infection prevention and control, confidentiality, data protection and professional boundaries
• Ability to follow support plans, care plans, risk assessments, healthcare plans and agreed service procedures
• Ability to deal appropriately with service users who may demonstrate challenging behaviour

Desirable

• Signalong or Makaton experience.
• Knowledge of positive behaviour support and proactive approaches to distress.
• Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act, consent and the Care Act 2014.
• Knowledge of risk assessments, person-centred planning and health promotion
• Experience of supporting people who use communication passports or other alternative communication approaches

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

Care Plus Group

Address

Cromwell Road Resource Centre

402 Cromwell Road

Grimsby

DN31 2BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Manage the HRBP & Advice team ensuring best practice advice is given

2. Ensure that HR Business Partners act as coach, internal consultant and challenge Directorate Leadership Teams to ensure delivery of all aspects of the UHP People Strategy including measurable improvements on staff engagement, health and wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion and recruitment and retention.

3. Work in partnership with the Organisational Development team to improve skills of line managers in managing HR related issues including earlier and more mediated resolutions to conflict in the workplace and the use of coaching.

4. Take lead responsibility for ensuring new employment legislation is interpreted and communicated appropriately.

5. Coach and mentor members of the HR team, creating a culture of ongoing reflection and development.

6. Provide professional and strategic HR advice and manage and develop the Strategic and Operational

7. Act as the Trust's senior professional lead for HR Business Partnering, providing authoritative workforce advice to Executive Directors, senior leaders and corporate committees on highly complex workforce and organisational development matters.

8. Human Resources service acting as a source of specialist knowledge on professional issues.

9. Provide information and expert advice and support to Directorates across the organisation in order to facilitate the development and management of staff and the modernisation of services, ensuring that they are consistent with national Best Practice initiatives and legislation and agreed local and national Human Resources, Workforce Planning and Workforce Development strategies.

10. Responsible for the management and monitoring of budgets associated with the HR Business Partnering function.

11. Support the development of a robust workforce planning cycle which sees the development of workforce plans which are integral to business plans and form part of the annual business planning cycle and any new service developments

12. Ensure the BPs are working strategically with the divisional management teams, making KPIs visible to support timely completion

13. Interpret the UHP People Strategy in terms of workforce plans and relative to each Directorate and lead the HR Business Partner service in the implementation of those workforce plans.

14. Interpret the implications of the UHP People Strategy, UHP Strategy, NHS People Plan and other relevant strategies for UHP and its services and develop programmes of work which will support the transformation of services in line with those strategies, including news ways of working and roles.

15. Lead the workforce aspects of major organisational transformation, service redesign and change programmes, ensuring workforce implications are identified, managed and successfully implemented.

16. Lead on Trust-wide initiatives designed to ensure UHP has the workforce it needs to deliver its services now and into the future in line with the UHP Strategy.

17. Lead the development and implementation of workforce redesign programmes, including skill mix reviews, role redesign, organisational development interventions and new workforce models to improve organisational effectiveness and productivity.

18. Proactively seek to understand readiness for change plans across the directorates and develop and lead initiatives to ensure successful implementation with key stakeholders, including engaging and consulting with trade unions.

19. To support all Freedom of Information and Subject Access requests in relation to Human Resources matters, ensuring that they are responded to appropriately within specific legal timeframes.

20. Work closely with the wider HR directorate and support collaborative working

21. Work closely with the Head of Employee Relations and ensure KPIs are met and interventions in place to meet targets where required

Lead the development, implementation and review of Trust-wide workforce and employment policies, ensuring compliance with legislation, NHS guidance and organisational objectives.

22. Determine and recommend workforce policy responses to new legislation, NHS guidance and emerging workforce issues, influencing organisational direction and decision-making.

23. To research, update and develop HR policies in line with best practice and relevant employment legislation for implementation across the organisation.

24. To keep abreast of employment law issues and forthcoming legislation including identifying and rectifying any impact on the business and organisation wide policies and procedures.

25. To design, plan and deliver formal, informal and ad hoc specialised training or ad-hoc presentations on a range of HR policies as and when required to managers at all levels within the Trust.

26. Ensure that the HR Business Partnering service contributes to the delivery of the culture/engagement, EDI and health and wellbeing aspects of the UHP People Strategy and that these are successfully embedded within the organisation through the work of the HR Business Partnering Service

27. Ensure that the HR Business Partner service constantly champions appropriate leadership behaviours to ensure an engaged workforce and that health and wellbeing of their staff is a key focus for our leaders.

28. Line manage HR Business Partners to ensure that the team is motivated, engaged and productive, adding value to the organisation and its people.

29. Provide visible strategic leadership for the HR Business Partnering function across the organisation.

30. Represent the People Directorate at Trust governance forums, major transformation programmes and regional workforce networks.

31. Develop strategic partnerships with system partners across the Integrated Care System to influence workforce strategy and service delivery.

32. Deputise for the Deputy Chief People Officer as required in relation to workforce strategy and organisational development matters.

33. Exercise significant professional autonomy when making workforce decisions and determining appropriate workforce interventions.

For further details please see the attached JD & PS

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• oDemonstrable Data management and reporting experience including advanced querying and reporting against large relational database management systems
• oDemonstrable experience of working at a strategic HR level
• oDemonstrable experience of working in the NHS

Qualifications

Essential

• oMasters level qualification in Human Resources Management or equivalent experience
• oChartered CIPD membership or equivalent experience
• oProven evidence of continuing professional development Abilities

Desirable

• oPRINCE2 Practitioner qualification or equivalent
• oQuality Improvement methodologies
• oCoaching and mediation Skills

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• oAdvanced IT skills, including high level of proficiency in Excel and Access and PowerPoint
• oAdvanced influencing/negotiating/presentation skills
• oAble to analyse and interpret complex, disparate and multi stranded information, drawing conclusions and themes and then presenting these in a coherent and easily understood format

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road, Crownhill

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.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 theattachment

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRegistered Nurse (NMC)
• oDegree in Nursing or related subject
• oUKONS SACT Passport
• oEvidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• oSignificant post-registration oncology/haematology experience
• oExperience delivering SACT.
• oExperience coordinating patient pathways
• oExperience working within a multidisciplinary team
• oExperience supporting education and development of staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• oUnderstanding of current cancer treatment pathways
• oSACT administration and toxicity management
• oUKONS guidance and cancer care standards
• oResearch governance frameworks.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HPC/NMC Registered Nurse
• Post registration qualification appropriate to the specialty or equivalent

Desirable

• Physical examination qualification or working towards.
• Non-medical prescribing qualification or working towards

Experience

Essential

• Significant clinical experience specific to respiratory care for at least 3 years
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
• Experience of dealing with challenging/complex patients

Desirable

• Experience of carrying out research and audit

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates good understanding of various National Guidelines for COPD, Oxygen, and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Asthma, NIV

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work within MDT
• Evidence of teaching skills
• Time management, IT, presentation and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills with patients and MDT including verbal and written, individual or group

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

Whitechapel High Street

London

E1 2DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.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.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience

Essential

• GCSE in maths and English language or minimum of Key Skills Level 1 in literacy and numeracy.
• Experience in working in a team
• Experience of working with the public and demonstrating strong customer care skills

Desirable

• Health care / caring experience
• NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare

Knowledge

Essential

• Understands the job role
• Knowledge of the principles of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
• Demonstrates an understanding of the need for patient focused care
• Awareness of physical, psychological, cultural and social needs of patients
• Understanding of the need for respect, trust, courtesy and effective communication with both patients and staff

Desirable

• Knowledge of infection control procedures
• Knowledge and experience in the use of ICTpackages

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal communication
• Clear written communication
• Able to organise own workload
• Ability to work under supervision
• Able to use own initiative
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills
• Able to work calmly within the pressured environment
• Able to work well within a diverse team

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

West Smithfield

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RN1) with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) of UK
• Degree or equivalent in relevant field of study
• Intravenous accreditation
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Prep for mentorship course or equivalent.
• Evidence of professional development e.g. Acute care skills training

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in an acute setting post qualification.
• Experience in acute setting while on nursing placement

Desirable

• Experience in caring for level 2/3 patients in critical care/high dependency setting or other acute setting.

Knowledge

Essential

• Full understanding of the NMC The Code: professional standards (2015) and revalidation process to maintain professional registration.
• Knowledge of assessment, planning and evaluating patient care according to the needs of the individual.
• Reflective practitioner
• Knowledge on current healthcare issues.

Desirable

• Awareness of structure and organisation of NHS

Skills

Essential

• Capable of effectively managing and organising tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on precision and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain composure and handle high-stress situations with ease
• Exhibits emotional resilience and empathy when interacting with patients and their families.
• Skilled in utilising IT and clinical information systems for care coordination and documentation.
• Demonstrates adept critical thinking abilities and prioritises patient care based on urgency.
• Displays effective interpersonal skills and collaborates well within a team, fostering a conducive environment for teaching and receiving feedback
• Shows evidence of contributing to ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
• Proficient in utilising and interpreting advanced monitoring equipmen
• Capable of assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care programs.
• Competent in providing basic life support.
• Able to administer prescribed medications, including blood transfusions.
• Capable of supervising and instructing junior or unqualified staff members
• Possesses an understanding of Audit and Research Based Nursing Practice.

Desirable

• Interpretation of arterial blood gas analysis
• Experience working with advanced cardiac monitoring
• Proficient IT s

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

West Smithfield

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be a key player within the EPR Programme training team delivering high-quality digital training for the Trusts Electronic Patient Record system (Epic) implementation. The post holder will work as part of the training team to design, develop, deliver, administer, support and continuously improve blended learning solutions for clinical and corporate systems training across the Trust and partner organisations.

The role combines training delivery and learning support responsibilities with administration and helpdesk functions, ensuring that learning services, systems and processes meet departmental standards, Learning and Performance Institute (LPI) best practice, and NHS England requirements.

A key focus of the role will be the delivery of formal and informal learning interventions and performance coaching across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical settings, including classrooms, wards, theatres, community sites and other locations throughout the Trust.

Training delivery will utilise a variety of methods, including face-to-face learning, facilitated workshops, live online sessions, hybrid delivery, webinars, Technology Enabled Learning (TEL) and workplace-based coaching.

Learning content will range from digital literacy and basic IT skills through to advanced Microsoft applications, Epic functionality and best-practice use of core clinical systems.

The post holder will support the full learning cycle, assisting with the analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation and continuous improvement of learning interventions across the IT training portfolio.

They will contribute to the development and maintenance of training materials, support the promotion of digital and blended learning approaches, and help ensure staff have access to appropriate learning pathways that meet the needs of their professional groups.

Alongside training responsibilities, the post holder will play an integral role in the delivery of the Training administration and help desk service. Working collaboratively with the Training team, operational stakeholders and partner organisations, they will ensure that training administration processes are implemented consistently and efficiently, supporting equitable access to training services across all organisations served by the team.

The post holder will act as a knowledgeable first point of contact for training-related enquiries, using Halo and other service management systems to log, triage, manage and resolve requests in line with agreed standards and best practice. They will support the optimisation and administration of the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring that training records, learning pathways, user access and reporting requirements are maintained accurately and effectively.

The role will also contribute to the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOP), communications and service improvements that enhance the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of IT Training services.

The post holder will be expected to be knowledgeable in IT/EPR applications and related systems and devices, enabling them to effectively support learners, managers and stakeholders. They will work closely with colleagues across partner organisations and organisational teams to develop innovative ways of supporting learning, improving processes and driving continuous improvement.

As part of supporting a 24/7 NHS service, the post holder may be required to work flexibly, including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays when necessary.

There will be several key strands to the role:

Create and maintain training materials and cross-organisational communication cascades to promote IT Training approaches, processes, transformation programmes, and improvement plans.

Work in partnership with the LMS and Systems Project Manager and Team to optimise the use of the LMS and training tools, ensuring they address complex training pathways and structure and align to the ITCS and LGT Epic Training Strategy and plans.

Support training, service delivery, and admin and helpdesk function, monitor tasks and quality of outputs to ensure consistency in process implementation and a culture of continuous improvement.

Support the maintenance of Training SOPs for the IT Training Admin team and cross-organisational processes to ensure an equitable and efficient training service for LGT and partner organisations.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Knowledge of clinical pathways, processes and best practices at LGT or partner organisations.

Desirable

• Epic experience as a trainer or end user.
• Teaching or training qualification E.g: LPI/TPMA/COLF

Previous Experience

Essential

• Delivering training in formal or informal facilitated learning to healthcare staff.
• Creating and maintaining training resources and/or user support materials.

Desirable

• Experience of Learning Management System (LMS), administration and compliance monitoring.
• Experience developing eLearning content.
• Epic Credentialed Trainer status.
• Helpdesk/service desk ticket management.

Skills/ Knowledge/ Ability

Essential

• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and coaching skills including accuracy and attention to details.
• Significant knowledge and understanding of current legislative requirements and codes of practice regarding FOI, Data Protection Act and Information Governance
• Excellent communication including written and verbal channels, and stakeholder engagement.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of the full ADDIE lifecycle.
• Good knowledge of an Acute Trust's clinical and corporate administrative systems.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Old Town Hall

Catford

SE6 4RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Please see attached the full job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note that two separate vacancies are being advertised: Deputy Network Pharmacy Director (Pharmacist) (this role) and Lead Pharmacist for Rehabilitation and Forensic Services (CS2937).

Interviews for both roles will take place on the same day. Candidates wishing to be considered for both opportunities should submit an application for each post and clearly state within their Supporting Information that they have applied for both roles.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Pharmacy degree
• Postgraduate diploma or equivalent qualification
• Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of management or leadership
• Evidence of and commitment to continuing professional development
• Awareness of current issues in healthcare
• Good clinical knowledge

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Harbour

Blackpool

FY4 4FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note that two separate vacancies are being advertised: Deputy Network Pharmacy Director (Pharmacist) CS2398 and Lead Pharmacist for Rehabilitation and Forensic Services this role.

Interviews for both roles will take place on the same day. Candidates wishing to be considered for both opportunities should submit an application for each post and clearly state within their Supporting Information that they have applied for both roles.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Pharmacy degree
• Postgraduate diploma or equivalent qualification
• Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of management or leadership
• Evidence of and commitment to continuing professional development
• Awareness of current issues in healthcare
• Good clinical knowledge

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guild Lodge

Preston

PR3 2JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as an advanced practitioner and effectively deliver an expert nursing service within the GUM and HIV service.

Provide GUM and HIV specialist nursing care and advice Trust-wide including ward visits where appropriate. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills

To have a sound theoretical and practical knowledge of GUM and HIV and related issues, including a comprehensive knowledge of Anti-Retro-Virals (ARV), with a commitment to keeping up to date with changing treatments in HIV.

To identify, manage and, where appropriate, refer patients with acute and chronic GUM and HIV-related issues to members of the multidisciplinary team.

To provide the results of investigations to patients when appropriate, ensuring appropriate follow up arrangements are made as necessary.

To be responsible for the follow up and recalling of newly diagnosed HIV patients and patients with a Positive Sexual Infection.

To provide health promotion and support to newly-diagnosed HIV Positive patients and patients with a Positive Sexual Infection

Person Specification

experience within sexual health/HIV speciality

Essential

• experience within sexual health/HIV specialty

Desirable

• independent nurse prescriber

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant specialist course or similar Mentorship course

Desirable

• Counselling course

Clinical knowledge within speciality

Essential

• oAutonomous working in sexual health, managing whole episodes of care including testing and treatment in line with BHIVA, BASHH and Trust guidance.

Desirable

• oManagement and care of HIV positive patient cohorts

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Trafalgar clinic, Queen Elizabeth hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Owning commissioner relationships for your designated services, including leading contract management activity, coordinating contract renewals and variations, supporting commercial negotiations, and maintaining accurate records within our CRM systems.
• Supporting the full business development lifecycle, from market intelligence and opportunity assessment through to proposal development, tender submissions, mobilisation support and contracts management.
• Contributing to place based integrated governance arrangements and ensuring joint working between commercial, operational and support teams.
• Developing and maintaining clear reporting cycles, analysing financial, commercial and performance information, and presenting complex data in an accessible way.
• Working closely with the Senior Business Manager, finance colleagues and other Business Managers to support pricing, cost recovery, risk mitigation and contract performance.
• Coordinating with the clinical and operations teams to ensure services are running to budget, and that contract agreements reflect the services in practice.
• Building productive relationships with internal teams, commissioners, partners and stakeholders to identify opportunities, support service development and promote Marie Curies work.

Contract: Permanent, part time 21 hours per week

Salary: MCJES Grade E, £38,007£42,230 per annum, pro rata

Location: Hybrid working, split between Marie Curie Head Office and home working

What we are looking for

We are keen to hear from people who can demonstrate the essential skills, knowledge and experience set out in the job description, including:

• Experience of working in a commercial or business team, ideally within a health or social care environment.
• Strong data analysis, reporting and presentation skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and communicate insights clearly.
• Demonstrable ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, take a proactive approach to problem-solving, and work collaboratively to manage competing priorities and workloads..
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and comfortability with Power BI and commercial systems such as CRM, Docusign or digital contracting tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence negotiating, influencing and working diplomatically with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Problem solving and decision making skills, with experience completing risk assessments and identifying commercial risks.
• Flexibility, motivation and the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• A degree qualification, or equivalent relevant experience; a management qualification, financial management and project management experience would be desirable.

Please note that this role does not include line management responsibilities.

What's in it for you

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rata)
• Marie Curie Contributary Pension Scheme
• Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
• Industry leading training programmes

Benefits you will love

• Defined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Help with eyecare cost (T & Cs apply)
• Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
• 15% discount in Marie Curie shops
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Life assurance

Application Process

• Closing date for applications: 30 September 2026
• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.

For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact [email protected]

Additional Information

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

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Agencies need not apply

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree qualification

Desirable

• Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a commercial / business team
• Working in a health or social care environment
• Data analysis and presentation
• Utilisation of commercial systems such as a CRM, docusign etc.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Hybrid working model with time split between Marie Curie Head Office and home-based working

One Embassy Gardens, 8 Viaduct Gardens

London

England

SW11 7BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mariecurie.org.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

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or care certificate completed (or willingness to complete in first 12 months from appointment) or equivalent knowledge skills and experience
• Ability to undertake Violence Reduction physical intervention training.

Skills

Essential

• Able to work without direct supervision to deliver a programme of distraction activities.
• Ability to communicate and work with people of all ages and adapt/develop activity programmes to reflect people's intellectual and physical abilities, and interests.
• Able to motivate service users using activity.
• Standard IT skills.

Experience

Essential

• Supporting people with mental illness e.g. nursing home, hospital ward, as a carer

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ramsey Unit

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Ability to study at degree level
• Proven record of academic attainment

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people, their families and others
• Experience of working with children and young people in education or health settings
• Confident at dealing with people over the telephone, online and face to face.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods
• Ability to keep clinical records to a high standard in line with policies
• Ability to undertake Routine Outcome Measures.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various

East Lancashire

BB10 2PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Post Graduate Degree level or holding equivalent experience
• Prince 2 Practitioner, or equivalent project management qualification or appropriate experience

Desirable

• APMG Change Management Foundation, or equivalent Change Management Qualification or appropriate experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Advance level of knowledge of current practices within healthcare
• Experience of and high degree of skills in business development, project management and tender/funding writing
• Understanding of health policy and social care policy and the drivers of policy change within the health and social care environment
• Ability to process complex information in a logical order
• Ability to discuss and explain complex issues to staff at all levels
• Ability to record complex information in an accurate and logical manner
• Knowledge of project management principles
• Comprehensive IT skills (Microsoft packages) and awareness of the various IT systems utilised within health care

Desirable

• In depth knowledge of NHS IM&T systems such as SystmOne, Dawn R4, Inform, ESR, IAPTUS

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable practical experience of / project management within a health and social care environment
• Experience of developing and maintaining project documentation
• Significant experience of communications with staff at all levels both internally and externally to support change and business growth
• Demonstrable experience of working with commissioners and purchasing authorities
• Demonstrable experience of working with sub-contractors and suppliers of service
• Ability to process complex information in a logical order
• Ability to record complex information in an accurate and logical manner

Desirable

• Previous experience of managing/leading a team
• Previous experience of carrying out professional supervision and development reviews

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

City Health Care Partnership CIC

Address

Business Support Centre

5 Beacon Way

Hull

HU3 4AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Current registration with Health Professions Council
• Diploma /Degree in Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio
• Specific formal courses appropriate to post speciality
• Membership of professional special interest group
• Field work/clinical educators' course

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Previous experience of a broad rotational scheme including neuro
• Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields and demonstrates reflective learning
• Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management
• Experience of managing own caseload and prioritizing
• Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to decision making
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development, and reflective practice
• Knowledge and application of evidence based practice and clinical reasoning
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development, and reflective practice
• Establish and maintain CPD Portfolio

Desirable

• Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours
• Experience in supervision of students and junior staff
• Participation in audit, research activities and development activities
• Experience of undertaking Senior (Band 6) role
• Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process
• Experience in student clinical supervision

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area of post
• Able to make sound clinical decisions based on knowledge/experience and utilize advanced clinical reasoning skills
• Able to carry out a range of assessments and procedures in order to make clinical assessments and diagnosis
• Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling, requiring skilful and strenuous physical effort during the day
• Awareness of limitations of own professional abilities
• Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English)
• Ability to integrate, participate and contribute as an effective member of a team
• Ability to self-direct towards the attainment of clear goals
• Ability to prioritise tasks and functions against well-reasoned standards
• Positive response to constructive criticism
• Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time)
• Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping
• Knowledge of Current related legislation (H&S, Data P. Act, etc)
• Commitment to equal opportunities and antidiscriminatory practice
• Understand how to maintain confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients
• To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness
• Able to be empathetic and handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgement to determine optimal intervention
• To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Able to fulfil the physical demands of the role subject to reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Disciplinary Discrimination Act 1995

Desirable

• Ability to participate in seven day working
• Flexible to meet the needs of the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Wycombe Hospital

Queen Alexandra Road

High Wycombe

HP11 2TT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*****We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

Depending on the applicants prof registration a occupation code will be assigned.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Highly developed knowledge of child and adolescent mental health and evidence-based assessment and intervention approaches.
• Advanced clinical skills in assessment, formulation, intervention and risk management for children and young people with complex mental health needs.
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information effectively to children, young people, families and professional networks.
• Highly developed consultation, reflective practice and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work across organisational, professional and agency boundaries to influence practice, support service development and improve outcomes.
• Understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, service evaluation and outcome measurement processes.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex clinical information and data to inform decision-making and service development.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, national policy and guidance relating to children and young people's mental health services.

Desirable

• Additional specialist training in therapeutic approaches relevant to the service.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience working with children, young people and families experiencing mental health difficulties.
• Experience of undertaking highly specialised assessment, formulation and therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex mental health needs.
• Experience of managing complex clinical risk and safeguarding concerns
• Experience of providing clinical leadership, consultation and specialist advice within multidisciplinary and multi-agency environments.
• Experience of providing clinical and/or professional supervision to staff, trainees or students.
• Experience of contributing to service development, quality improvement, audit or service evaluation activities.
• Experience of managing a complex caseload and exercising a high level of professional autonomy and clinical decision making.

Desirable

• Experience within a CAMHS service or related specialist children's mental health setting.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Professional qualification in a relevant mental health profession (e.g. Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Family Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, Music Therapy or equivalent).
• Current registration with the relevant professional or regulatory body (e.g. HCPC, NMC, Social Work England, UKCP or equivalent).
• Postgraduate training in a recognised evidence-based therapeutic modality relevant to the client group.
• Leadership, management or quality improvement training.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development relevant to child and adolescent mental health practice.

Desirable

• Additional specialist training in therapeutic approaches relevant to the service.

Pesronal Attributes

Essential

• Commitment to child-centred, family-focused and inclusive practice.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, initiative and professional accountability.
• Ability to maintain professional resilience when working with highly complex and emotionally demanding situations.
• Commitment to promoting the voice and participation of children, young people and families.

Desirable

• Experience of working with diverse communities and adapting practice to meet differing cultural needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Centenary House

Sheffield

S6 3BR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Professional Social Work qualification: CQSW; Dip. SW; Social Work Degree
• Current registration with Social Care Wales or equivalent Social Work body. Be prepared to register with Social Care Wales as a legal requirement if appointed
• Evidence of Post qualifying training and Learning (PTRL) such as Practice Educator Award for Social Work
• MSc Social Work or equivalent relevant subject level of study or equivalent experience
• Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) award

Desirable

• Management or Leadership qualification: CMS, DMS; ILM or equivalent experience
• Have a basic knowledge of project management processes and techniques

Experience

Essential

• Mental health practice at a senior level; case load supervision, staff recruitment, education, development and appraisal; management of conduct and capability concerns; service development projects; practice improvement initiatives
• Managing electronic record keeping platforms, clinical applications and collaborative digital working tools
• Reflect on and critically appraise own and others performance and use information to develop new methods of working
• Practice experience of the Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) role
• Significant applied knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act (1983), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2009), Mental Health (Wales) Measure (2010) and the Social Services and Well-Being (Wales) Act, (2016) to support practitioners and leaders to maintain and develop the relevant legal literacy in their service area

Desirable

• Experience of staffing and decision-making on an Out of Hours/On-call basis in a health or social care service context

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrate situations where effective, compassionate leadership and management skills have been used
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with challenging situations
• Evidence of undertaking presentations to groups
• Formulate and analyse professional and ethical issues
• Detailed knowledge and application of principles of governance
• Application of Health, Safety, and Risk Management policies and processes

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel independently within geographical area
• Able to work hours flexibly
• Proficient keyboard skills and the practical application of a range of system such as Microsoft Word, Teams etc
• Ability to work under pressure

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys Hospital

Bronllys

Brecon

LD3 0LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an individual with a positive can-do attitude, who demonstrates this through commitment to the role, passion for patient care and who enjoys working as part of a team. Working in our team of dedicated employees youll help us provide diagnostic results in a professional manner reflecting our core values and beliefs.

Previous experience in phlebotomy or healthcare would be a distinct advantage, although not essential as full training will be given.

Applicants need to be able to work a variety of shifts to respond to changes in service demands. The service operates 7 days a week, and the successful applicant will be expected to participate in weekend & public holiday rotas.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you have any questions, please contact Mandy Hardcastle or Lisa Smart

[email protected]

[email protected]

Person Specification

Application form

Essential

• GCSE Level English and Maths (Grades A-C) or equivalent
• Excellent written communication skills

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 or similar in a healthcare related subject
• Previous Phlebotomy or Healthcare Experience
• Previous experience of dealing with the public

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Phlebotomy/healthcare clinical skills role

Desirable

• Experience of delivering training

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of health & safety procedures applicable to Phlebotomy & lone working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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