Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic hard working and patient focussed person with an interest in pharmacy?

Are you currently working as a pharmacy dispenser in community and are looking to gain experience in a hospital setting?

If you are keen to join a forward thinking pharmacy department supporting patient care we would love to hear from you.

The Outpatient Pharmacy Department at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to be able to offer a vacancy for a Pharmacy Dispenser - dispensing services

As an employer we have earned a reputation for focusing on the development of our staff and for being an organisation people are proud to work for.

This opportunity allows potential applicants to become part of a very experienced team with opportunity for development

Main duties of the job

This post is an ideal opportunity for those looking to gain hospital experience and also to those that already have and enjoy this type of environment.

On a day to day basis, your duties will vary and help provide a high quality service to our patients whether this be provided customer service, dispensing medicines or ordering and receiving pharmacy stock.

You will also develop positive working relationships with our fantastic colleagues and multidisciplinary team and be a valued member of the company.

About us

Lancashire Hospitals Services (Pharmacy) Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We provide the NHS Trust with the outpatient dispensing service at Royal Preston Hospital, Rosemere Centre (within Royal Preston Hospital), Chorley and South Ribble District General Hospital, Burnley General Hospital, Royal Blackburn Hospital, Blackpool Victoria, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Westmorland General Hospital and Furness General Hospital.

If you have always aspired to work within a hospital setting and working alongside other highly motivated individuals, then you are going to love this role.We are offering an opportunity for you to join our friendly and dedicated team where you will learn, grow and flourish, supported all the way.

As a employee, you will enjoy a rewarding career by really making a difference. You'll work hard but be recognised for your contribution and be able to keep a healthy work/life balance.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Dispensing medications
• Stock control, stock rotation, expiry date checking and use of the Pharmacy IT System
• Provides an effective reception service, receiving incoming work and dealing with customer enquiries.
• Maintains stock of dispensing sundries and carries out housekeeping duties to maintain good environmental standards.
• Supports the training and development of pharmacy team

The core hours of duty are an 9 hour shift from 08:30am - 18:00 Monday to Friday (36 hours weekly over 4 days). Applicants will be expected to participate in weekend work (Saturday only) on a rota basis

This role is based in LTH between Royal Preston Hospital and Chorley District Hospital

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

• 2 GCSE Passes Grade C or above (or equivalent) must include Maths and English

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a team
• Good telephone/ communication skills
• Computer literate including good keyboard skills
• Knowledge of stock control systems
• Knowledge of Health & safety

Desirable

• Experience of working in pharmacy
• Experience of working in a customer facing role
• Experience of working in a busy environment.

Job summary

Our Clinical Services Division is seeking to appoint an Assistant Operations Manager to provide support to our Operations Manager and the Immunisation contracts across Cheshire and Lancashire and to drive further success for the organisation. You will work across offices with qualifying mileage paid, you will work closely with the Operations Manager to organise and co-ordinate our services and improve performance and productivity across our care contracts. You will need to be practical, flexible and have excellent proven people skills. Your support of the operations process will be crucial and have a profound impact on the overall success and smooth running of the regional offices.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious person with energy and intellect to develop and progress with a growing team.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge and experience of the NHS. You will be a graduate or have equivalent experience with a demonstrable track record in project and people management. Applicants must have a full UK driving licence and be willing and able to travel between the offices and anywhere in the UK.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of the Assistant Operations Manager is to provide support to all Clinical Services personnel, key contracts and all personnel in the locality, acting as the first port of call for all queries and any issues which need resolving. With only unusual or complex issues being escalated to the Operations Manager.

The Operations Manager is responsible for overall performance of the locality Clinical Services team and contract delivery, analyzing performance and providing feedback, guidance and encouragement in order to impact results. The Assistant Operations Manager will support the Operations manager in doing this.

The Assistant Operations Manager will have delegated line management responsibility for Clinical Services support staff in the Locality, working closely with and supporting Locality Leads.

The Assistants Operations will have delegated responsibility for the service in the absence of the Operations manager, as appropriate and within the standing financial instructions for the organisation. With the support of the Clinical services Manager.

About us

IntraHealth is one of the U.K.s leading independent providers of NHS Primary and Community Care services. We employ over 500 staff working across three divisions of primary care, clinical services, and pharmacy throughout England. Due to our growing reputation for delivery of diverse NHS clinical contracts, all divisions are experiencing significant growth.

We are a well established organisation having provided NHS services since 1999. Our team is made up of GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs), Nurses, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Health Care Assistants (HCAs) and local administration teams supported by a centralised back office function; providing finance, HR, administration and data analysis support.

As one of the UKs largest providers of immunisation and vaccination services we have been delivering immunisation programmes since 2009. Our team of Nurses and Healthcare Assistants supported by a team of administrative staff provide the programme through a convenient service that visits schools. We are one of the countrys top performers and were shortlisted in 2018 for the NHS Employer Flu Fighter award in Greater Manchester.

We operate NHS services across the North East, North West and Yorkshire.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,303 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0025-26-0152

Job locations

IntraHealth Offices

Lancashire

PR26 6TY

United Kingdom

IntraHealth Offices

The Technology Centre, Inward Way

ELLESMERE PORT

CH65 3EN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

o Managing clinical services support staff in the locality. Ensure staff are supported appropriately to ensure that the locality is effective, providing practical help in solving day to day issues. With complex or unusual situations being escalated to the Operations Managers

o Ensure staff follow all Standard operating procedures and company policies, in a positive and supportive way

o Ensuring staff rostering and deployment is appropriate to contract delivery and organizational targets.

o Assist the Operations manager in controlling expenditure and resources within tight budgets, feeding into the monthly updates on the performance management of projects. Ensure that necessary action is taken to achieve contract compliance

o Work with the locality team to support the implementation of services, participating in associated activities as required

o Deal with sometimes conflicting priorities and pressures from all sides, balance these priorities and find appropriate solutions

o Co-ordinate resources such as premises, equipment and supplies

o Support the Operations manager and Clinical Services Manager in service monitoring and reporting, delivery of service change and contribute to continuous improvement activities and service innovation

o Support all Clinical Services contracts to ensure effective delivery across all contracts, improving the quality and uptake at a local level in partnership with PHE, Health Protection teams and Commissioners.

o Lead on data retention in the locality and the use of e-consent, SytemOne, the use of Paper consent and the scanning retention and disposal

o Deal with Human resources issues with the Support of the Operations manager and HR department and will include investigations as laid down in company policies.

o General housekeeping of the office and management of deliveries and supplies to support contracts. Some manual handling may be required, in line with our Moving and Handling policy. Mandatory training on Manual Handling is required.

Job description Job responsibilities o Managing clinical services support staff in the locality. Ensure staff are supported appropriately to ensure that the locality is effective, providing practical help in solving day to day issues. With complex or unusual situations being escalated to the Operations Managerso Ensure staff follow all Standard operating procedures and company policies, in a positive and supportive wayo Ensuring staff rostering and deployment is appropriate to contract delivery and organizational targets.o Assist the Operations manager in controlling expenditure and resources within tight budgets, feeding into the monthly updates on the performance management of projects. Ensure that necessary action is taken to achieve contract complianceo Work with the locality team to support the implementation of services, participating in associated activities as requiredo Deal with sometimes conflicting priorities and pressures from all sides, balance these priorities and find appropriate solutionso Co-ordinate resources such as premises, equipment and supplieso Support the Operations manager and Clinical Services Manager in service monitoring and reporting, delivery of service change and contribute to continuous improvement activities and service innovationo Support all Clinical Services contracts to ensure effective delivery across all contracts, improving the quality and uptake at a local level in partnership with PHE, Health Protection teams and Commissioners.o Lead on data retention in the locality and the use of e-consent, SytemOne, the use of Paper consent and the scanning retention and disposalo Deal with Human resources issues with the Support of the Operations manager and HR department and will include investigations as laid down in company policies. o General housekeeping of the office and management of deliveries and supplies to support contracts. Some manual handling may be required, in line with our Moving and Handling policy. Mandatory training on Manual Handling is required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Management qualification or relevant experience.
• Educated to a minimum GCSE/GCE A level or equivalent.
• Evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development and training.

Desirable

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
• Project Management qualification or relevant experience.

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of leading and managing teams.
• Experience of successful planning, coordinating and implementing projects.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary working.
• Experience of successfully implementing change.

Desirable

• NHS experience.
• Working knowledge of NHS structures and organisations.
• Dealing with confidential and sensitive information.
• Proactively setting, managing and controlling budgets and expenses.
• Have experience of working in regulated sectors and CQC.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to juggle and prioritise multiple and changing priorities in response to a rapidly developing agenda.
• A skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing can interpret and explain complex issues in a manner suitable for a variety of audiences.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Ability to work in a team and to network with others, building relationships in order to achieve goals.
• Self confidence and self belief when presented with challenges and resistance.
• A self starter who can work for prolonged periods of time without direct input whilst keeping colleagues well informed of progress.
• Current and valid UK driving license/ car owner and ability to travel throughout the UK.
• IT literate and advanced working knowledge and computer proficiency of all MS office packages.
• Able to work flexibly including weekends and evening work.
• To operate with a high level of autonomy, professionalism passion and dedication to deliver timely standards with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Desirable

• Demonstrate an understanding of the data protection act and patient confidentiality, clinical and information governance and Caldicott requirements.
• Project Management skills.
• Ability to think strategically.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Management qualification or relevant experience. Educated to a minimum GCSE/GCE A level or equivalent. Evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development and training. Desirable Relevant degree or equivalent experience. Project Management qualification or relevant experience. Experience Essential Knowledge and experience of leading and managing teams. Experience of successful planning, coordinating and implementing projects. Experience of multi-disciplinary working. Experience of successfully implementing change. Desirable NHS experience. Working knowledge of NHS structures and organisations. Dealing with confidential and sensitive information. Proactively setting, managing and controlling budgets and expenses. Have experience of working in regulated sectors and CQC. Skills and Abilities Essential Able to juggle and prioritise multiple and changing priorities in response to a rapidly developing agenda. A skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing can interpret and explain complex issues in a manner suitable for a variety of audiences. Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Excellent listening skills. Ability to work in a team and to network with others, building relationships in order to achieve goals. Self confidence and self belief when presented with challenges and resistance. A self starter who can work for prolonged periods of time without direct input whilst keeping colleagues well informed of progress. Current and valid UK driving license/ car owner and ability to travel throughout the UK. IT literate and advanced working knowledge and computer proficiency of all MS office packages. Able to work flexibly including weekends and evening work. To operate with a high level of autonomy, professionalism passion and dedication to deliver timely standards with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Desirable Demonstrate an understanding of the data protection act and patient confidentiality, clinical and information governance and Caldicott requirements. Project Management skills. Ability to think strategically.

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

Intrahealth Ltd

Address

IntraHealth Offices

Lancashire

PR26 6TY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Intrahealth Ltd

Address

IntraHealth Offices

Lancashire

PR26 6TY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Base: Avondale, Royal Preston Hospital or Bickerstaffe house, Ormskirk District General Hospital, there are positions available at either base.Come and join our Initial Response Service team . This is an exciting time to be part of the crisis pathway and support people with mental health to ensure they access the most appropriate support at the right time.The new service offers:o A single referral point for GPs and other professionalso A 24-hour telephone advice and support for people who use services and carers to be able to self-refer. We offer mental health triages/assessments over the phone or face to face.o More responsive crisis services with improved experiences for people who use services, carers and professional.o We work together as a team, we support one another in everything that we do. As we are a 24 hour service we are open to flexible working patterns if needed.o IRS is the front door to services and anyone from GP, professionals, can call and the clinicians have the capacity to respond within hours giving great customer service which gives great job satisfaction for the clinicians.

Main duties of the job

There has never been a more exciting time to join our Trust. You will be part of delivering a significant transformation to the way services are accessed and delivered. We are looking for experienced Band 6 Nurses, Social Workers or Occupational Therapists to join our expanding team.

Our aim is to provide people with mental health issues access to the support they need at the right time, with positive outcomes. We help people with a wide range of mental health disorders to ensure that they get the right support at the right time.

The service is 24/7 but as Triage Practitioner you will be working a shift patterns within our teams based in Preston based at Royal Preston Hospital and will include referral screening, triaging, signposting and supporting the call handlers and administrators team, who provide information and support over the telephone.

Shift times and days are negotiable and can be discussed at interview.

We are looking for people who are dedicated to promoting recovery, and who can inspire people experiencing mental health and their families that recovery is possible for everyone.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification (e.g. RMN/Dip SW/OT)

Desirable

• ENB 998 or equivalent teaching/supervision qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of the impact of risk and protective factors that affect people with mental health problems
• In-depth knowledge of diversity and anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice.
• Knowledge of medication prescribed for management of mental health issues

Experience

Essential

• Experience of post qualification clinical work with service users experiencing a range of mental health problems
• Experience of delivering evidence based interventions in a time-limited framework
• Evidence of assessment across a broad range of mental health problems
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Do you have experience of using mental health services? Would you like to use these experiences to support other people and their families receiving these services?

Can you inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible - empowering our service users to achieve their hopes, dreams and goals?

Are you are willing to share your own experiences with others, if so we are looking to recruit Senior Peer Facilitator with lived experience of using mental health services to join our Early Intervention Service.

The role of the Senior Peer Facilitator has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of recovery from mental health challenges and experience of personally accessing inpatient mental health services or secondary care community mental health services.

Senior Peer Facilitators will have experience of providing peer support to mental health service users.

Main duties of the job

This important role will help us to develop a supportive peer network across the Early Intervention service locality by enhancing the recruitment, training and mentorship of Peer Facilitators. You will play a key role in developing Trust wide understanding of the role of Peers in achieving excellent person centred care, as well as promoting recovery principles and education.

If you have experience of working as a peer and are looking to develop your skills further whilst championing the importance of lived experience, we would love to receive an application from you to join our innovative Early Intervention service.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of secondary education in Maths and English at GCSE or equivalent level
• Level 3 Peer Worker Apprenticeship or relative qualification Or Commitment to work towards Level 3 Peer Worker Apprenticeship

Knowledge

Essential

• Lived experience of mental health illness and experience of accessing secondary care services.
• Wide range of life experiences to bring an enabling and positive view of opportunities for others
• Understanding of the issues and concerns of mental health service users

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a mental health peer support/ facilitation role
• Ability to maintain boundaries and form a positive therapeutic relationship with service users and carers
• Experience of liaising with other agencies and partners

Skills

Essential

• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Able to work using a non-judgmental manner
• Adaptable to change

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly GP practice team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting safe, effective, and efficient prescribing within primary care.

Main duties of the job

You will support safe, effective medicines management across the practice by undertaking medication reviews and reconciliation, processing repeat prescriptions, and managing medication queries in line with agreed clinical protocols. Working closely with GPs, pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will support patients with medication queries and adherence, analyse prescribing data, complete audits to improve patient safety and cost-effectiveness, and contribute to quality and prescribing improvement initiatives.

About us

Ash Trees Surgery is a large, friendly, and forward-thinking GP practice serving our local community across six sites. Our main base is located on Market Street in Carnforth, supported by modern and well-equipped branch sites across the wider area. We are proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and for nurturing a supportive working environment where every team member plays a vital role.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A2779-26-0013

Job locations

Market Street

Carnforth

Lancashire

LA5 9JU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support medication reviews and medicines reconciliation

Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing

Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety audits

Support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g., use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services

Work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes, and reducing wastage

Support practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and Clinical Pharmacists to review the more clinically complex request

Support medicines optimisation systems with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing electronic prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicines

Provide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines

Develop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental health

Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children

Handle prescription queries and requests directly

Be an integral part of the general practice team

Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems

Participate in clinical audits and research projects and implements changes as required, including supporting with the development, and updating of practice protocols / guidelines and procedures locally

Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements

Support in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through incidents and near-miss events

Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes

Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance

Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Please note that this role is not avaliable for remote working.

Job description Job responsibilities Support medication reviews and medicines reconciliationSupport initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribingAssist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety auditsSupport the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g., use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced servicesWork with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes, and reducing wastageSupport practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and Clinical Pharmacists to review the more clinically complex requestSupport medicines optimisation systems with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing electronic prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicinesProvide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicinesDevelop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental healthBe aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding ChildrenHandle prescription queries and requests directlyBe an integral part of the general practice teamDemonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problemsParticipate in clinical audits and research projects and implements changes as required, including supporting with the development, and updating of practice protocols / guidelines and procedures locallySupport in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirementsSupport in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through incidents and near-miss eventsUndertake all mandatory training and induction programmesContribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governanceAttend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreedThere may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levelsPlease note that this role is not avaliable for remote working.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC Registration as a Pharmacy Technician
• GCSE in Maths, English and Science or equivalent
• NVQ level 3 diploma or apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent).
• Approved qualifications as per GPhC website

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working autonomously or as part of a team, under appropriate clinical supervision to ensure safe, effective and efficient use of medicines.
• Experience of working in a patient facing role
• Experience of medication safety audit and review

Desirable

• Experience working in a Primary Care setting
• Understanding and knowledge of general practice, QOF, PCN, DES, IIF and enhanced services

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPhC Registration as a Pharmacy Technician GCSE in Maths, English and Science or equivalent NVQ level 3 diploma or apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent). Approved qualifications as per GPhC website Experience Essential Evidence of working autonomously or as part of a team, under appropriate clinical supervision to ensure safe, effective and efficient use of medicines. Experience of working in a patient facing role Experience of medication safety audit and review Desirable Experience working in a Primary Care setting Understanding and knowledge of general practice, QOF, PCN, DES, IIF and enhanced services

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Ash Trees Surgery

Address

Market Street

Carnforth

Lancashire

LA5 9JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Ash Trees Surgery

Address

Market Street

Carnforth

Lancashire

LA5 9JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Empowering young minds & changing futures.

You`re someone who cares deeply about making a differencenot just for today, but for a young person`s entire future.

You bring a blend of clinical expertise, compassion, & creativity, ready to meet children & young people where they are & help them move forward with confidence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing service in Central & West Lancashire, where your impact will help shape & develop support for children & young people.

You`ll need to be a qualified Mental Health Practitioner, confident in using therapeutic interventions like CBT or solution-focused techniques, & experienced in working with children, young people & families, especially those facing emotional or behavioural challenges.

But it`s not just about what you know, it`s how you connect. You`re a natural collaborator, able to build trusted relationships with schools, families & multi-agency partners, & you understand the power of early support in educational settings. Safeguarding, risk management & communication come naturally to you, not as tick boxes, but as vital tools for building trust & safety.

You`re reflective, adaptable & committed to learning, with the drive to grow professionally & the values to guide others through difficult moments with hope & respect.

If you`re excited by the chance to work in an amazing supportive, forward-thinking team & to use your skills to help children & young people thrive - we`d love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and skilled professional to join us as a Mental Health Practitioner. You will be passionate about improving mental health outcomes for children and young people, thrive in collaborative environments and be ready to make a real difference in educational settings.

Essential Criteria

• Hold a relevant qualification such as EMHP, CYP IAPT, Registered Social Worker or Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Experience delivering 1 to 1 therapeutic interventions with children, families and groups, including parenting programmes
• Ability to assess mental health, evaluate risk and take appropriate action
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, education settings and capacity and consent, including Gillick competence
• Experience supporting children with social, emotional or behavioural needs, including anxiety and mood disorders
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with a proactive and team focused approach

Additional qualifications such as a teaching degree or Youth Mental Health First Aid are helpful but not essential. Experience in education or healthcare settings, working with vulnerable groups and delivering group interventions would strengthen your application.

If you are an Education Mental Health Practitioner, we would also love to see an application and welcome you to be part of a growing service where you can make a lasting difference.

About us

Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.

All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.

We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce.

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time (pro rata)
• Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
• Enhanced sick pay
• Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
• Annual salary review

Help us to make a positive change to the lives of children and young people!

Closing Date: 8.11.2026 #LI-BE1 #CompBloom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Empowering young minds & changing futures.

You`re someone who cares deeply about making a differencenot just for today, but for a young person`s entire future.

You bring a blend of clinical expertise, compassion, & creativity, ready to meet children & young people where they are & help them move forward with confidence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing service in Central & West Lancashire, where your impact will help shape & develop support for children & young people.

You`ll need to be a qualified Mental Health Practitioner, confident in using therapeutic interventions like CBT or solution-focused techniques, & experienced in working with children, young people & families, especially those facing emotional or behavioural challenges.

But it`s not just about what you know, it`s how you connect. You`re a natural collaborator, able to build trusted relationships with schools, families & multi-agency partners, & you understand the power of early support in educational settings. Safeguarding, risk management & communication come naturally to you, not as tick boxes, but as vital tools for building trust & safety.

You`re reflective, adaptable & committed to learning, with the drive to grow professionally & the values to guide others through difficult moments with hope & respect.

If you`re excited by the chance to work in an amazing supportive, forward-thinking team & to use your skills to help children & young people thrive - we`d love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Core professional &/or clinical qualification (e.g. EMHP, CWP, PMHW) with associated professional registration as appropriate.
• Experience of working with CYPF facing mental & emotional health challenges

Desirable

• Youth Mental Health First Aid trained.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working therapeutically with CYP with mild to moderate mental health needs.
• Experience of delivery of evidenced based psychological intervention for anxiety and low mood in children and young people.
• Experience supporting CYPF to improve skills, knowledge & confidence in the self-management of mild mental health & emotional wellbeing issues.
• Knowledge of safeguarding issues
• Knowledge of capacity and consent issues including Gillick competence
• Experience of working with children and young people, their families and others
• Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders

Desirable

• Experience of monitoring and recording outcome measures for childrens emotional wellbeing
• Experience of working in education, communities and/or social systems and environments, who may have conflicting priorities or agendas
• Experience of working with looked after children
• Experience of working with other vulnerable groups

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Ability to carry out 1:1 therapeutic emotional wellbeing interventions with children
• Ability to carry out 1:1 therapeutic emotional wellbeing advice and support with families
• Ability to take appropriate action to mitigate or manage risk
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Able to work all year round and flexibly as part of a team to best meet business need.
• Ongoing commitment to maintain professional registration requirements.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Greater Preston Primary Care Network is looking for a reliable, experienced and compassionate Phlebotomist to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a safe, efficient and patient-centred blood-taking service across different GP practices within the Primary Care Network.

This is a permanent, part-time position working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with five-hour shifts at different practice locations according to service requirements.

Main duties of the job

Ensure patients are comfortable and relaxed, explain the procedure and obtain their consent before collecting blood samples.

Undertake venepuncture safely, competently in accordance with training, clinical guidelines, local procedures.

Ensure blood samples are collected in appropriate containers and accurately labelled using ICE or the relevant pathology requesting system.

Record blood sample collection accurately in the patient's clinical record in accordance with practice procedures.

Ensure samples are stored appropriately, dispatched to the relevant laboratories in a timely manner.

Recognise and escalate difficult blood-taking situations & any significant patient concerns to the clinical team.

Maintain accurate & confidential patient records.

Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including the safe handling and disposal of clinical waste and sharps.

Maintain stock levels of blood-taking equipment & ensure clinical areas are clean, safe & appropriately prepared.

Communicate effectively with patients, clinicians, administrative staff and the wider PCN team.

Work flexibly across different GP practice locations within Greater Preston Primary Care Network.

Undertake blood pressure measurements and accurately record readings in the patient's clinical record.

Carry out basic patient health assessments and observations.Recognisingabnormal observations or clinical concerns to the appropriate clinician.

About us

Greater Preston Primary Care Network is a group of 9 GP practices across the Preston locality working collaboratively to deliver a range of services.

The candidate must be able to travel to the various locations across the locality to provide patient services.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure patients are comfortable and relaxed, explain the procedure and obtain their consent before collecting blood samples.

Undertake venepuncture safely and competently in accordance with training, clinical guidelines and local procedures.

Confirm patient identity against the GP or nurse's blood test request before collecting samples.

Ensure blood samples are collected in appropriate containers and accurately labelled using ICE or the relevant pathology requesting system.

Record blood sample collection accurately in the patient's clinical record in accordance with practice procedures.

Ensure samples are stored appropriately and dispatched to the relevant laboratories in a timely manner.

Report any sample collection issues, anomalies or concerns to the appropriate senior member of staff.

Recognise and escalate difficult blood-taking situations and any significant patient concerns to the clinical team.

Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.

Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including the safe handling and disposal of clinical waste and sharps.

Maintain appropriate stock levels of blood-taking equipment and ensure clinical areas are clean, safe and appropriately prepared.

Communicate effectively with patients, clinicians, administrative staff and the wider PCN team.

Work flexibly across different GP practice locations within Greater Preston Primary Care Network.

Undertake blood pressure measurements and accurately record readings in the patient's clinical record.

Carry out basic patient health assessments and observations.

Recognise and escalate abnormal observations or any clinical concerns to the appropriate clinician.

Complete mandatory training and maintain clinical competencies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed phlebotomy/venepuncture training with evidence of practical competency.
• Good understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centred approach.
• Basic IT skills and ability to maintain accurate clinical records.
• Ability to travel reliably between different GP practice locations.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and maintain professional competencies.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
• Previous experience undertaking venepuncture in a healthcare setting.
• Previous experience working within the NHS or a primary care setting.
• Experience using EMIS Web or other primary care clinical systems.
• Experience using ICE or other electronic pathology requesting systems.
• Knowledge of NHS pathology sample handling and transportation procedures.

Job summary

A vacancy has arisen for a dynamic Band 6 Occupational Therapist within the Occupational Therapy team which is based within older adult mental health In-patient services within Pennine locality. The team provides occupational therapy input into the in-patient ward at Hillview, Royal Blackburn Hospital.

The team consists of OTs, Occupational Therapy assistants, and Recovery Support workers who work collaboratively with the in-patient multi-disciplinary team to promote a model of Recovery.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist who has a commitment to further developing their skills within a mental health setting. We will require post registration experience, including working within a mental health setting.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide assessments, plan and deliver interventions for people whose mental health problems have a marked impact on their occupational functioning, and who have complex occupational needs. The successful candidate must be able to effectively manage their own time and work proactively to meet the fast pace and demands of the service. They will require excellent communication skills and an ability to work flexibly to facilitate timely discharges.

We offer clinical and management supervision and continuing professional development.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT)
• State registered with Health Professionals Council
• Post Graduate training relevant to mental health work in appropriate speciality

Knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within mental health settings
• Knowledge of current best practice in inpatient mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation
• Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using expert level clinical reasoning

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience, including mental health
• Familiarity with audit processes
• Use of evidence-based practice

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and set own and others priorities
• Ability to work as autonomous senior OT within an MDT
• Ability to devise specialist interventions to address occupational dysfunction to improve occupational performance

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Are you a caring, motivated individual looking for Bank work? TIC Health is looking for Healthcare Assistants to join our team, supporting patients through their journey from arrival through to the completion of their scan.

This is a hands-on, patient-facing role combining reception duties with clinical support, including assisting clinicians with CT and MRI. You will be a key part of a friendly team, helping to ensure every patient receives a safe, comfortable, and well-coordinated experience. We are seeking experienced and proactive HCA's to look after our patients, primarily covering our Lung Cancer Screening Programme in Norfolk.

As our Healthcare Assistant, you'll be the face of the clinic, ensuring clinical spaces are properly maintained, and patients receive a seamless and professional experience.

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Assistant will provide high-quality patient care and clinical support within the mobile CT Unit, ensuring patients are welcomed, prepared, and supported throughout their visit.

The post holder will work closely with radiographers and other clinical and administrative staff to support diagnostic imaging procedures, and will also carry out front-of-house duties including patient check-in.

About us

TIC Health is a leading provider of private medical services in England, with clinics based in Harley Street, Edgware, Romford, Reading, Rochdale, and Milton Keynes. We specialise in private GP services, cardiac screening, and advanced diagnostic imaging and Lung Cancer Screening. Our friendly, forward-thinking team is committed to delivering rapid access to medical diagnostics and exceptional patient care in a professional yet welcoming environment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient Care

Based on our mobile CT unit you will support the radiographer scanning eligible Lung Cancer Screening participants in 12 hour 8am - 8pm shifts (1 hour lunch break)

• Greet patients on arrival in a friendly, professional, and reassuring manner
• Check patients in for their scheduled Low Dose CT appointments
• Handle patient enquiries appropriately, escalating where necessary

Clinical and Procedural Duties

• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, including CT ensuring patients understand what to expect
• Assist the radiographer with patient positioning during scanning procedures
• Monitor patient comfort and wellbeing throughout procedures,

Clinic Environment

• Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy clinical environment at all times
• Ensure clinical areas and equipment are prepared appropriately between patients
• Adhere to infection control, health and safety, and clinical governance policies

General

• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements at all times
• Work collaboratively as part of the wider clinical and administrative team
• Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as required
• Please state in application if you wish to be considered for Norwich areas or Kings Lynn areas

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a healthcare, clinic, or hospital setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow clinical protocols and instructions accurately;
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of infection control and health and safety procedures;
• Calm and reassuring manner, including with anxious patients.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing clinic needs
• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both with patients and colleagues
• Ability to travel between mobile CT units.

Desirable

• Experience in a similar role within a Lung Cancer Screening Programme or NHS medical or clinical setting
• Experience assisting with diagnostic imaging procedures (CT/MRI)Skills Familiarity with diagnostic imaging, cardiac screening, or private GP services
• Experience using clinical software systems or patient management systems

Job summary

Surgical First Assistant

Full time (including evenings and weekends) - 37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Surgical First Assistant to join the Trauma and Orthopaedic Team at Mersey & West Lancashire NHS Teaching Hospitals.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate skills in communication, co-ordination of care and an ability to work flexibly within a multi-disciplinary team. Providing excellent patient experience is critical for all our patients and you will play a key role in ensuring that experience is optimised through accessible and effective communication with compassion and empathy.

Self-motivation is essential along with a passion, drive, adaptability and resilience to cope with change within the Trust and wider NHS.

This role will include evening and potentially weekend working as well as assisting on theatre lists across all MWL Hospital sites depending on service need.

An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for the post.

Please note the JD and PS are sbuject to AfC review

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assist in all aspects of Trauma and Orthopaedics and provide specialist perioperative expertise in the Surgical First Assistantrole, facilitating evidence based patient centred care for patients undergoing surgery.

You will assist with the co-ordination and smooth running of the Trauma and Orthopaedic operating sessions by liaising with theatre and otherpersonnel as appropriate to maintain safe levels of patient care throughout the surgical procedure.

This role will include evening and potentially weekend working as well as assisting on theatre lists across all MWL Hospital sites depending on service need.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 20th October 2026

Closing date: 28th October 2026

Shortlisting date: 30th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: 15th November 2026

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner
• Surgical First Assistant Course (Part 1, Part 2 & Enhanced Surgical Skills Course)
• Educated to degree level or equivalent theatre experience
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Mentorship Course
• Leadership Course
• Advanced or Intermediate Life Support Training
• Enhanced Orthopaedic Surgical Skills course, or working towards

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Substantial years post registration experience in Orthopaedic Surgical Environment
• Clinical supervision and clinical education experience
• Advanced clinical knowledge in field of Orthopaedics
• Knowledge of legal and ethical issues surrounding extended roles
• Knowledge of strategic issues which influence area of practice at a local/national level
• Knowledge of change management

Skills

Essential

• Excellent clinical skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Leadership and management skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively
• Ability to research outcomes to Clinical and Surgical problems
• Ability to work as autonomously using own initiative, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Computer literate
• Ability to identify own learning needs and professional development in liaison with SCP/Directorate Manager
• Ability to assist in facilitating a learning environment conductive to the acquisition of further knowledge and skills
• Ability to share knowledge and expertise with other areas
• Ability to contribute to the development of teaching strategies appropriate to the learning needs of junior medical staff/colleagues
• Excellent problem solving/conflict resolution skills

Other

Essential

• Flexible approach to working pattern (including evening and weekend working)

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 6 - Specialist Occupational Therapist

Seddon Suite Specialist Rehabilitation Unit - St Helens Hospital

Full time 37.5 hrs pw (part time considered)

Are you a confident Occupational Therapist who would like to explore a more rewarding clinical challenge in a highly specialist rehabilitation service? Are you ready to further develop your clinical and leadership skills?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our team at Seddon Suite Specialist Rehabilitation Unit, St Helens Hospital.

Seddon Rehab Unit offers a dedicated seven-day rehabilitation service as part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Rehabilitation Network, providing specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for adults following traumatic injury or serious illness. Rehabilitation is active and is provided at a level of intensity and duration that can be tolerated by the patient to enable the achievement of optimum functional potential. Our team work closely with patients and families to achieve the best possible level of independence and quality of life. In addition to the inpatients service, the unit also offers out-patient therapy services.

The JD & PS are currently under AfC review and are subject to change.

Please note- it is the applicant's responsibility to seek authorisation from their current manager to be released for the secondment before a formal application is made

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit an exceptional Occupational Therapist to this specialist post. The successful applicant will be part of a motivated, forward thinking, close interdisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Dietitians, Rehabilitation Assistants, Clinical Psychologists, a Rehabilitation Coordinator, Social Worker and Rehabilitation Nurses. The medical team is led by a Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine.

You will be joining an established OT team and will have access to support and supervision from a Clinical Lead (Band 7) Occupational Therapist. We have an excellent staff supervision system enabling our staff to develop both the service and themselves. The appropriate candidate will also demonstrate a strong commitment to training rotational therapists, rehabilitation assistants and undergraduate staff.

Continuous evidence-based practice and service development is fundamental to the team, and you will be passionate in identifying, leading and driving forward new projects.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Successful Candidate should:

be a registered Occupational Therapist with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council)

have a minimum of 2-3 years post-qualification experience

have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Occupational Therapy process / interventions and an ability to apply these skills

have experience in the field of Neurology / Rehabilitation

have experience of continued professional development

have experience of service development, audit and research

be able to effectively work as part of a team

have excellent communication and time management skills

• be passionate about student education

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check with barred lists for both adults and children.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapist
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Clinical Educators Certificate
• Post Grad accredited study e.g. MSc in relevant health studies

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Experience

Essential

• Advanced clinical knowledge relevant to the care environment and evidence of evidence-based practise in relevant health setting
• Awareness of own strengths and limitations
• Knowledge of relevant national policies and guidance and relevant assessment tools
• Experience of line managing a team including setting objectives, conducting appraisals and effective delegation and co-ordination
• Evidence of effective working within an MDT
• Experience of Service development
• Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches
• Demonstrates continuous Professional Development

Desirable

• Audit and research in a clinical area

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to motivate team performance to achieve objectives
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
• Accurate record keeping, report writing and IT skills including presentation skills
• Have a flexible approach to working with good time management

Desirable

• Mentorship skills

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel various hospital locations by own car/ assisted driver

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychosocial Team Lead to join HMPLancaster Farms. HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

As a Psychosocial Team Lead, you will lead and direct the provision of Integrated Substance Misuse PSI services within the HMP Lancaster Farms whilst ensuring that the treatment approaches and interventions are appropriate, innovative and fully meet the needs of the service users, the organisation and commissioners.

Hours

Monday o Friday: 08:00 - 16:00

This position is full time working37.5 hours per week

Salary

You'll receive an annual salary up to £43,609per annum- depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As aPsychosocial Team Lead,your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Assist the Integrated Substance Misuse Service Manager in the delivery and continuous development of substance misuse services.
• Lead and develop the provision of psychosocial services and interventions within the prison acting as a subject matter expert.
• Ensure that the treatment approaches are appropriate, innovative and fully meet the needs of the service users, the organisation and commissioners.
• Lead by example and provide guidance and line management support to recovery workers whilst supporting them with their front line work.
• Manage a small caseload of complex individuals ensuring the plan of care is individualised to the patients needs.
• Be responsible for the appropriate allocation of patients referred in to the team and ensure multi-disciplinary working is evident.

If you are interested incareer development,we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include bothinternal and external optionsfor development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• We treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• We act with integrity
• We embrace diversity
• We strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Requirements

• You will have a good standard of education up to NVQ level 5 in a relevant subject e.g. addiction, psychology, counselling, social work
• Experience of working within the substance misuse field
• Experience of management and leadership
• Experience of partnership working and multi-agency liaison
• Experience of developing service user involvement strategies
• Knowledge of DANOS

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Psychosocial Team Lead, you will lead and direct the provision of Integrated Substance Misuse PSI services within the HMP or Immigration Removal site whilst ensuring that the treatment approaches and interventions are appropriate, innovative and fully meet the needs of the service users, the organisation and commissioners.

You will;

Provide and assist the SMS Service Manager in leading on the implementation and continuous development of Practice Plus Group Services within the Locality. Assist in the preparation of Practice Plus Group Business Plans for the management and development of prison service delivery

Deliver To ensure that service aims, objectives and business plans are in place and that these are reflected in individual staffs appraisals and supervision. Develop and manage the Psychosocial Interventions Service within Practice Plus Group prison services. Ensure all requirements in contracts are met and that effective systems exist to report statistical and other performance data back to commissioners.

Inspire and represent Practice Plus Group at all times, including the regional management team to contribute to the development of regional services.

Promote and developing the service focus on families and safeguarding. Lead the staff of the service to achieve the highest professional standards and ensure compliance with Practice Plus Group policies and procedures. Liaise effectively with relevant staff in Practice Plus Group Central Office to ensure the consistent management of resources within corporate policies and procedures and ensure that the service complies with internal quality standards, external regulatory and health and safety requirements

Share best practice within the remit of your work to your wider team members. Develop and maintain robust partnerships with Healthcare and other relevant leads to ensure the service is fully integrated.

About you

Good general standard of education to NVQ level 5 or equivalent experience of working within a secure setting and substance misuse.

Experience of management and leadership

Experience of complex report writing and data collection, analysis and presentation

Experience of setting and managing budgets and of risk management processes

Experience of partnership working and multi-agency liaison

Experience of developing service user involvement strategies

Knowledge of DANOS

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and familiar with relevant data base management

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting quality improvement initiatives, population health management and patient engagement activities, helping to drive positive health outcomes across our patient population while working as part of a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.

This role supports the delivery of the practice's quality improvement, recall and population health programmes by coordinating patient recalls, appointment bookings, coding activities and follow-up communications across a range of clinical services. The post-holder will contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) requirements, chronic disease management recalls, vaccination programmes, commissioned services and other quality improvement initiatives, ensuring patients are effectively engaged and clinical systems are accurately maintained

Main duties of the job

Working closely with the Quality Improvement Manager, Quality Improvement Coordinator and wider multidisciplinary team, the post-holder will play a key role in ensuring patients are appropriately identified, recalled, contacted and booked into relevant clinical services. The role will support the achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets, chronic disease management programmes, vaccination campaigns, NHS Health Checks, commissioned services and other quality improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of administrative and patient-facing activities, including recall management, appointment coordination, clinical coding, data quality improvement and patient engagement. They will contribute to audits, service development projects and population health programmes, helping the practice to improve health outcomes, maintain high-quality clinical records and achieve local and national healthcare objectives.

This role is ideally suited to an organised, proactive and motivated individual who enjoys working with data, communicating with patients and contributing to continuous improvement within a busy primary care environment. Through close collaboration with colleagues across the practice and Primary Care Network, the Quality Improvement Assistant will help ensure patients receive timely, effective and equitable care.

A full list of duties can be viewed in the job description

About us

Ash Trees Surgery is a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice serving patients across Carnforth and the surrounding communities. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred healthcare, delivered by a dedicated multidisciplinary team in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Our practice operates across multiple sites, enabling us to offer accessible services to a diverse patient population while maintaining a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care, embracing innovation, and continuously developing our services to meet the needs of our patients.

Working at Ash Trees Surgery offers the opportunity to be part of an experienced and supportive team that values collaboration, professional development, and staff wellbeing. We foster a positive working culture where every member of the team plays an important role in delivering excellent care to our patients.

Whether you are joining us in a clinical or non-clinical role, you will find a welcoming workplace with a strong commitment to teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement.

We offer:

• A comprehensive induction to the role and training plan
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
• Incremental annual leave scheme increasing with length of service
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to NHS discount scheme
• Tea and coffee provided

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist in the recall activities associated with the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), including liaising with patients, booking appointments as appropriate and in line with the practice appointment schedule/availability.

Assist in the processing of blood pressure readings submitted in paper format. Including the coding, recall and liaising with the practice clinical team to maintain the patient journey in line with practice processes.

Contribute to the recall activities and coding requirements associated with commissioned incentive schemes, including Directed Enhanced Services and Locally Enhanced Services. Including those applicable to the PCN where appropriate.

Routine vaccination programmes (e.g. Shingles/Pneumonia/HPV/RSV/Pertussis etc.)

Prostate monitoring

NHS Health Checks

Holistic Health Assessments

Assist in the recall activities associated with the practice Chronic Disease Management (CDM) recall, including coding, recall and managing the EMIS task box associated with this plot of work.

Issuing patient invites via text message, email, letter, and verbally (telephone) for their annual CDM review.

Assisting in secondary recalls of individuals for whom the practice CDM process applies and who have not yet engaged with initial recall/invite. The majority of these recalls are to be undertaken by telephone, liaising with the patients/family/carers to understand and reduce barriers to engagement.

Assisting the practice with the recall and bookings of appointments and/or clinics for externally contracted services (e.g. Shine/Interface) undertaking plots of work that contribute to any of the aforementioned areas.

Assisting the Quality Improvement Manager and Coordinator in undertaking Quality Improvement projects or audits as required.

Includes the coding, recall aspects of the projects and ensuring that patient flows are maintained in line practice policies and procedures.

Assisting in the data quality aspects of these projects as necessary.

Additionally providing operation insight and feedback to the Quality Improvement Manager which informs planning and PDSA cycles relative to these plots of work.

Current practice projects include; Monitoring Recall Process (i.e. DEXA, ad-hoc monitoring requests and frequent medication monitoring).

The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• Experience of dealing with members of the public or customers via telephone, email and face-to-face communication.
• Experience of working with IT systems and databases.
• Experience of managing multiple tasks and working to deadlines.
• Experience of maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a GP practice, Primary Care Network or NHS setting.
• Experience using EMIS Web or other clinical systems.
• Experience of patient recall processes, appointment booking or healthcare administration.
• Experience of data quality work, audits or quality improvement initiatives.
• Understanding of QOF, Chronic Disease Management and vaccination programmes

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) including English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above
• Evidence of good literacy, numeracy and IT skills

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Business Administration, Customer Service or a healthcare-related subject.
• Training or qualification in clinical coding, data quality or healthcare administration.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Specialist Pharmacist - HIV (Band 8a) to lead and deliver a highly specialist HIV pharmacy service within Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The post holder will provide expert pharmaceutical care for patients with HIV across outpatient and inpatient settings, working as a core member of the multidisciplinary HIV team. The role supports safe, effective and evidence-based use of antiretroviral therapy in line with national guidance, including BHIVA standards, and contributes to service development, medicines optimisation, governance and prescribing activity (subject to qualification).

As part of maintaining broader clinical pharmacy services, the post holder will also spend approximately one day per week supporting general pharmacy clinical activities, including ward-based clinical services and dispensary work.

This is a key role in ensuring the Trust meets service specification requirements and manages medicines-related risk within HIV services.

Main duties of the job

• Lead and deliver a specialist clinical pharmacy service for patients with HIV.
• Provide expert advice on antiretroviral therapy, including complex regimens, drug interactions and resistance.
• Deliver clinic-based pharmacy services, including adherence support and patient counselling.
• Contribute to outpatient and inpatient services within the specialist area.
• Work as a key member of the multidisciplinary HIV team, contributing to MDT discussions and treatment planning.
• Provide specialist HIV medicines advice to pharmacy colleagues, ward teams and external healthcare professionals.
• Support general pharmacy clinical activities one day per week, including ward working and dispensary services.
• Support education and training for pharmacy staff and the wider MDT.

About us

The Pharmacy Department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is a large department (over 150 staff) and a friendly environment with established senior support. We are dedicated to education and professional development and encourage/support ongoing education. We have a very favourable on-call commitment, that all pharmacists in the department contribute to.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty-five-minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac, Haematology and Cystic fibrosis patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the South.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Ensure the safe, effective and costeffective use of medicines within the HIV service.
• Provide specialist clinical input for patients with complex HIV and comorbidities.
• Support inpatient HIV services, including access to specialist pharmacy advice.
• Contribute to medicines safety, incident review, audit and service improvement activity.
• Develop and review local guidelines, policies and procedures in line with Trust and national standards.
• Support medicines optimisation and service planning, including contribution to financial and activity information.
• Act as a professional role model, maintaining advanced specialist knowledge within HIV pharmacy practice.

See job description for further details.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational master's degree in pharmacy.
• 12 months pre-registration training and experience.
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Non-medical Prescribing Qualification or working towards
• Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy

Desirable

• MSc in Clinical Pharmacy
• Management/Leadership qualification
• Membership of The Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Minimum of 4 years post-registration experience of which 2 years must be within a Clinical Pharmacy role within a hospital setting at band 7
• Previous experience in providing information to support the annual budget setting process and trends within expenditure
• Previous experience in inputting to training programmes in a clinical setting
• Experience of working within a role involving multidisciplinary communication
• Demonstrable experience of staff supervision/ management including the ability to delegate appropriately
• Experience in the development of policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Experience in clinical audit

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence all members of the healthcare team
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team both within Pharmacy and a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability in problem solving
• Pro-active and innovative
• Ability to organise and motivate oneself and others efficiently
• Evaluates quality of own work
• Ability to think strategically
• Applies sound professional judgement to legal and ethical issues
• Good clinical pharmacy knowledge - maintains a broad level of pharmacy practice.
• Experience in Medicines Safety
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of safe pharmacy practice.

Desirable

• Good presentation skills
• Negotiating skills
• Understanding of key NHS issues in relation to Pharmacy
• Experience in investigating and identifying solutions for medication incidents.
• Previous experience of working within this clinical area.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

The post holder will support the provision of the Autism Team to autistic individuals and complex healthcare needs across Lancashire and South Cumbria. Your role will be to ensure that the person's communication needs are assessed and considered. You will be a registered Speech and Language Therapist who will undertake appropriately delegated work to support the care and treatment of autistic adults within the community and inpatient settings. You will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team and will work with the team to develop and deliver person centred care plans with the emphasis on preventing unnecessary hospital admissions. Where hospital admission is deemed appropriate, you shall support the inpatient team by providing intervention support regarding communication.

You will 30 hours between the hours of 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Some flexibility is required to meet the needs of the team and the wider network. The specific hours are open to discussion however you will be require to work the same days at the team core meetings, currently these are a Tuesday and Thursday but may change.

The post holder shall support the delivery of the Specialist Autism Service team model through the provision of routine speech and language therapy assessment and interventions in order to maintain, restore or create a match beneficial to the individual between the abilities of the person, and the demands of the environment/ communication culture around them.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Speech and language therapist to join the Specialist Autism Team, a unique and continuously developing service which works closely with secondary mental health care services to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions for autistic individuals.

This role is to work within the team supporting the outreach and inpatient pathways with expert knowledge and neuroaffective practice. You will be required to support the team with the whole team tasks, such as duty and assessments as well as delivering your own specialist interventions. Therefore this post is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and innovative practitioner with a passion for delivering person-centred care, which is driven by the individuals whom we support.

The Specialist Autism Team adopts a multidisciplinary team approach to working which supports the evolutionary scope of the service. The MDT is made up of Occupational Therapists, Nurses (RMN & RLD), Speech and Language Therapists, Social Workers , Therapy Assistants & Clinical Psychologists.

Through such an approach we are continually learning, developing and findings different ways of working in order to meet the needs and wishes of the individuals we work with. For this reason we have regular team development sessions and each team member plays a vital role in sharing knowledge and information.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please review the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Bsc/ Msc in Speech and Language Therapy
• Documented evidence of continuing professional development
• Our vision: high quality care, in the right place, at the right time, every time.

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to support autistic people on an individual and group basis
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of contemporary autism policy

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience pre or post qualification in learning disability, autism or mental health setting
• Awareness of a range of SLT assessments and interventions
• Broad range of under graduate practice placement experience

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a friendly, enthusiastic, confident Dietitian to become part of the Community Dietetic Team delivering community healthcare within the Fylde Coast All Age Eating Disorder Service. The permanent post will be based at Moor Park Health and Leisure Centre in Blackpool but flexibility may be required to work and travel around the area.

Main duties of the job

Your role will involve the assessment and implementation of care plans for patients in their own home, care homes and community locations including community hospitals. Assist in the training of health care professionals and carers and maintenance of IT systems that support patient care. Offering expert knowledge to a Multi Disciplinary Team.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job description

Job responsibilities

We offer a mentoring and clinical supervision programme with an experienced clinician for those new to community work.

The department has excellent IT facilities with good clerical support across the Fylde locality.The Fylde Coast and our surrounding areas have good motorway and train links to Lancashire including the city of Preston.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Honours Degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics approved by the BDA/Health Professions Council.
• Health Professions Council registered Dietitian.
• Evidence of relevant post graduate specialist clinical education at post graduate level or equivalent and /or equivalent experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced clinical knowledge relevant to the care environment and evidence of evidence based practice in relevant health setting.
• Knowledge of relevant national policies and guidance including MEED and NICE and relevant assessment tools.

Experience

Essential

• Thorough and sound knowledge of the development and maintenance of Eating Disorders and its physiological, psychological and medical aspects.
• Skills/experience in the use of complex methods of assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• Assessment and treatment of adults an/or children with non-complex conditions.
• Experience of collaborative working across / between professions /agencies to achieve agreed outcomes for individuals in delivery of treatment outcomes.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Lancaster Farms, a category C Prison located in outskirts of Lancaster, Lancashire.

As a BANK Pharmacy Technician, you will be based within on the prison wings, duties to include, Meds management - issuing repeat prescriptions, actioning patient requests, dealing with patient queries and providing medicines information to patients and staff HMP Lancaster is a non-dispensary Pharmacy site. HMP Lancaster Farm consists of 550 males.

• Training development opportunities
• Onsite Parking
• Access to gym

BANK Hours:

• Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm
• Weekends - 8am - 5.30pm

BANK Hourly rate:

• Weekdays - £22.48
• Weekends - £24.39
• Bank Holidays - £29.26

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Lancaster Farms, a category C Prison located in outskirts of Lancaster, Lancashire.

As a BANK Pharmacy Technician, you will be based within on the prison wings, duties to include, Meds management - issuing repeat prescriptions, actioning patient requests, dealing with patient queries and providing medicines information to patients and staff HMP Lancaster is a non-dispensary Pharmacy site. HMP Lancaster Farm consists of 550 males.

• Training development opportunities
• Onsite Parking
• Access to gym

BANK Hours:

• Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm
• Weekends - 8am - 5.30pm

BANK Hourly rate:

• Weekdays - £22.48
• Weekends - £24.39
• Bank Holidays - £29.26

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

We have the exciting opportunity for promotion to a Band 6 role which has arisen. We would invite all enthusiastic, committed, hardworking, and highly motivated, Registered Nurse's or Operating Department Practitioner's to join our family of dedicated Theatre Practitioners.

This Band 6 role is aimed at experienced Theatre practioners,who are already competent in their specialised theatre role (scrub / A &R )

Your base for the role will predominantly be at The Royal Blackburn Hospital. However cross site working will be an expectation, as the service need occurs.

Main duties of the job

We have 11 theatres at the Royal Blackburn site and 17 at Burnley General and together we carry out a wide range of both elective and emergency surgery through many specialities including: Gynaecology, obstetrics, ophthalmology, general surgery, vascular, colorectal, HPB, Urology, orthopaedics, trauma, ENT, maxillofacial including Robotic assisted Surgery, and a 24 hour emergency service on both sites.

About us

We encourage innovation.

ELHT already has the largest and most comprehensive programme of robot assisted surgery in the northwest, with the region's leading surgeons removing head and neck, urological and colorectal cancers at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital.

The Trust has 3 Robot systems - 2 at RBH and 1 at BGH

The extra capacity will also allow ELHT to perform more robot assisted surgery which will eventually include Hepato-biliary cancers.

Our aim is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care, by putting safety and quality at the heart of all we do.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We require a committed, motivated, hardworking individuals to work in our theatres. You will be required to show flexibility in your approach to the role and have excellent time management and communication skills.

We also expect all applicants to be dedicated to their role and enhance their knowledge and skills.

This post does include participation in weekend and late shifts.

Duties Include; providing expert standards of care to patients, maintaining a safe environment for all, completing accurate and clear electronic and written documentation, acting as scrub / circulatingnurse and or act as anaesthetic /recovery nurse depending on qualification and experience when clinical. Co-ordination of the theatre unit on a day to day basis. Exercise strong and effective leadership acting as an exemplary role model for the unit.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse - 1st or ODP 752, Level 3/Certificate of Higher Education or Diploma Teaching/Assessing Qualification: 998/7307/mentorship
• Mentorship
• Actively seeks to develop own knowledge, skills and ability
• Proven evidence of up to date training

Desirable

• Degree in health associated studies. Teaching certificate or equivalent experience. Further qualification in scrub, anaesthetics or recovery.
• Management/leadership
• Willingness to undertake future study for own professional development and service needs

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience
• Expert experience in Elective Scrub or Anaesthetic/Recovery
• Proven ability to lead a Theatre team
• Wider knowledge in multiple surgical specialties.

Desirable

• Knowledge of finance and budgets.

Work Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of professional issues
• Ability to handle conflict
• Able to motivate, engage and develop the multi-disciplinary team. Demonstrate role modelling behaviours. Demonstrate quality and sustainability experience.
• Able to prioritise workload

Desirable

• Be proficient with Excel spread sheets, sharepoint, teams, outlook and audit reports.
• Clear and accurate record keeping

Flexibility

Essential

• Able to work the hours required by the service.
• Able to adapt to the changing needs of the service
• Able to work across both sites, Burnley General Hospital and Blackburn Hospital as the service need requires

People Skills

Essential

• Proven ability to work effectively within a team.
• Demonstrate a sympathetic/sensitive approach to patients and colleagues
• Advocate a positive attitude and show you are able to use your own initiative and demonstrate problem solving

Desirable

• Have an understanding of team building

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunityhas arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Advanced Paediatric Dietitianto jointhe Nutrition and Dietetic Service in University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.The post is based at Royal Lancaster Hospital with a requirement to travel to support our cross bay dietetic team.

If you are a motivated,flexibleandforward-thinking experienced Paediatric Dieticianwho is ready to advance their professional and clinical development in a more senior rolewe would love to hear from you.

We are in a process of transformational change in this service, so it is an exciting time tojoin us as an agent of change, leadingimproving quality of care for ourpatients, effective use of our resources and supporting staff wellbeing.

Therefore, clinical evidence-based knowledge of paediatric dietetics, alongside a passion and commitment to leadership and management, service developmentandfacilitation of learning and practitioner wellbeing is fundamental.

You will have compassionate communication skills with a proactive approach to problem solving and implementation of innovative solutions within an evolvingdieteticslandscape.This ensures a responsive, needs-based approach to holistic patient centredcare. Theservice is aligned to and contributes to a range of regional networksin the Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB.

Main duties of the job

The post will cover both inpatient and outpatient work and you will responsible for managing a complex caseload covering a wide range of clinical areas including nutrition support, enteral feeding, gastroenterology, food allergies and feeding problems for infants, children and young people. We work very closely with the entire paediatric MDT, including consultants, specialist nurses, ward and support staff as well as health visitors, children's community nurses and speech and language therapists.This post offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal development. You will have the opportunity to lead on audit and also be involved in student training. We can offer flexible working patterns and working days/hours. Applicants must be HCPC registered dietitians.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

331-8021951-UHMB-B

Job locations

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Successful candidate is required to attend assessment centre for face to face interview

Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ Successful candidate is required to attend assessment centre for face to face interview

Person Specification

Education and Qualifcations

Essential

• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• BSc Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics approved by the British Dietetic Association
• Post graduate Paediatric Dietetic Qualification(s)/Experience

Desirable

• Leadership / Management Qualification
• Accredited training in risk assessment & management

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience at Specialist or above level in Paediatric Dietetics
• Experience as a supervisor / mentor of registered and student dietitians

Desirable

• Leadership and first line management experience.
• Research and clinical audit experience

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

• Dietetic knowledge, skills and experience at specialist level or above.
• Ability to work autonomously and set own prioriries.
• Supervisory and appraisal skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships and teams
• Advanced assessment, observation, evaluation and reporting skills.
• Knowledge and in depth understanding of current best practice in Paediatric Dietetics
• Detailed knowledge of health and social care legislation and guidelines e.g. Department of Health documents, National Clinical Guidelines and their application to Dietetic practice.
• Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application.
• Written and oral communication skills in English sufficient to communicate effectively with patients.
• Ability to manage work pressures and identify when support is required.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly
• Ability to travel between the Trust sites as required
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, innovative, flexible

Person Specification Education and Qualifcations Essential HCPC Registered Dietitian BSc Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics approved by the British Dietetic Association Post graduate Paediatric Dietetic Qualification(s)/Experience Desirable Leadership / Management Qualification Accredited training in risk assessment & management Experience Essential Post registration experience at Specialist or above level in Paediatric Dietetics Experience as a supervisor / mentor of registered and student dietitians Desirable Leadership and first line management experience. Research and clinical audit experience Skills, ability and knowledge Essential Dietetic knowledge, skills and experience at specialist level or above. Ability to work autonomously and set own prioriries. Supervisory and appraisal skills Ability to build effective working relationships and teams Advanced assessment, observation, evaluation and reporting skills. Knowledge and in depth understanding of current best practice in Paediatric Dietetics Detailed knowledge of health and social care legislation and guidelines e.g. Department of Health documents, National Clinical Guidelines and their application to Dietetic practice. Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application. Written and oral communication skills in English sufficient to communicate effectively with patients. Ability to manage work pressures and identify when support is required. Personal Qualities Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to work flexibly Ability to travel between the Trust sites as required Self-motivated, enthusiastic, innovative, flexible

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Wymott. HMP Wymott is a large, Category C prison in Leyland,, accommodating approximately 1,200 adult males, and we have a varied and complex population.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care, mental health and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an everchanging, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting stress tolerance, harm reduction, emotional dis-regulation, trauma, anxiety and more! Hours: This is a part time role, 30 hours per week, working 4 days per week, 08:00 - 16:00. Salary: This position is part time , youll receive an annual salary of £23,411 - £26,808 per annum (actual salary based on 30 hours per week). How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

#LI-AB1

Main duties of the job

As our new Assistant Psychologist, some of your duties will include:

• Support the psychological care of patients throughout their journey with us
• Run clinics, assessments, and 1-1 sessions with patients
• Triage assessments and identifying patient needs
• Prepare and deliver psychological intervention group sessions (trauma informed)
• Provide psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of the qualified psychologist
• Work with people with complex needs, which can present / lead to challenging situations or behaviours
• Work within the Assessment Care in Custody Teamwork (ACCT) process, and contribute towards the Challenge, Support and Intervention Plan (CSIP)
• Monitor and provide feedback on the patients' function and general mental health condition during the course of intervention, reporting and changes to the mental health team

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

Our new Assistant Psychologist will:

• Hold a Degree in Psychology
• Although not essential, a Masters Degree would be beneficial
• Have experience within a paid Assistant Psychologist role, whether in a prison, community setting, psychiatric environment
• Be experienced in facilitating patient therapeutic groups, and delivering psychological assessment, formulation and intervention in the structure of an evidence based therapeutic model (e.g. CBT / CFT / DBT)
• Experience of working within a secure environment would be a bonus, although not essential

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Wymott. HMP Wymott is a large, Category C prison in Leyland,, accommodating approximately 1,200 adult males, and we have a varied and complex population.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care, mental health and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an everchanging, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting stress tolerance, harm reduction, emotional dis-regulation, trauma, anxiety and more! Hours: This is a part time role, 30 hours per week, working 4 days per week, 08:00 - 16:00. Salary: This position is part time , youll receive an annual salary of £23,411 - £26,808 per annum (actual salary based on 30 hours per week). How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

#LI-AB1

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the primary care team at HMP Lancaster Farms.

These roles are due to an expansion in our service, so this is a great time to join!

HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

This role sits within our Primary Care team, where you will support with clinics, work with pharmacy and respond to emergency situations - no 2 days are ever the same! This role is extremely varied and there is lots to learn! Salary £12,267.36 - £14,267.04 per annum - actual salary based on 18 hours per week.

Hours

This position is part time working 18 hours per week.

Shifts are usually: 7:30am - 5:30pm weekdays and 8am - 5:30pm on weekends. Shifts are worked on a rotational basis.

Please note, this role requires flexibility and will include unsociable hours, such as evenings, weekends, and night shifts where applicable.

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

#LI-AB1

Main duties of the job

This is a clinical role, and duties include:

• Running and supporting healthcare clinics (bloods, observations, ECGs, NHS Health Checks)
• Working in reception (Early Days in Custody), carrying out basic health assessments and bloodborne virus screening
• Assess and monitor deteriorating patients, including completion and interpretation of NEWS2 scores, and escalate concerns appropriately
• Supporting health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
• Acting as pharmacy second checker and assisting with medication rounds
• Working collaboratively with nurses, GPs, and wider healthcare professionals

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

What Were Looking For:

• This is a clinical role, so it is essential that you have experience in at least some of the following: Bloods (phlebotomy/venepuncture), ECGs, Health Checks, Physical Observations (obs), Wound Care etc
• Competent in assessing a deteriorating patient, such as NEWS scores
• Experience of working within a clinical setting, such as a hospital (A&E would be a bonus) or a prison / secure setting
• Care Certificate and/or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• A resilient, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to patient care
• Ability to work effectively in a secure and fastpaced environment

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the primary care team at HMP Lancaster Farms.

These roles are due to an expansion in our service, so this is a great time to join!

HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

This role sits within our Primary Care team, where you will support with clinics, work with pharmacy and respond to emergency situations - no 2 days are ever the same! This role is extremely varied and there is lots to learn! Salary £12,267.36 - £14,267.04 per annum - actual salary based on 18 hours per week.

Hours

This position is part time working 18 hours per week.

Shifts are usually: 7:30am - 5:30pm weekdays and 8am - 5:30pm on weekends. Shifts are worked on a rotational basis.

Please note, this role requires flexibility and will include unsociable hours, such as evenings, weekends, and night shifts where applicable.

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

#LI-AB1

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Experience

Essential

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Lancaster Farms.

HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an everchanging, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting stress tolerance, harm reduction, emotional dis-regulation, trauma, anxiety and more! Hours: This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 08:30 - 16:30 / 09:00 - 17:00. Salary: This position is full time , youll receive an annual salary of £29,264 - £33,510 per annum. How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

#LI-AB1

Main duties of the job

As our new Assistant Psychologist, some of your duties will include:

• Support the psychological care of patients throughout their journey with us
• Run clinics, assessments, and 1-1 sessions with patients
• Triage assessments and identifying patient needs
• Prepare and deliver psychological intervention group sessions (trauma informed)
• Provide psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of the qualified psychologist
• Work with people with complex needs, which can present / lead to challenging situations or behaviours
• Work within the Assessment Care in Custody Teamwork (ACCT) process, and contribute towards the Challenge, Support and Intervention Plan (CSIP)
• Monitor and provide feedback on the patients' function and general mental health condition during the course of intervention, reporting and changes to the mental health team

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

Our new Assistant Psychologist will:

• Hold a Degree in Psychology
• Although not essential, a Masters Degree would be beneficial
• Have experience within a paid Assistant Psychologist role, whether in a prison, community setting, psychiatric environment
• Be experienced in facilitating patient therapeutic groups, and delivering psychological assessment, formulation and intervention in the structure of an evidence based therapeutic model (e.g. CBT / CFT / DBT)
• Experience of working within a secure environment would be a bonus, although not essential

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Lancaster Farms.

HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an everchanging, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting stress tolerance, harm reduction, emotional dis-regulation, trauma, anxiety and more! Hours: This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 08:30 - 16:30 / 09:00 - 17:00. Salary: This position is full time , youll receive an annual salary of £29,264 - £33,510 per annum. How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

#LI-AB1

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Experience

Essential

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view the job description and person specification

Job summary

The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will support the clinical team in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to the practice population of approximately 7,300 patients. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will undertake a range of clinical duties including venepuncture, NHS Health Checks, new patient health checks, recording observations, ECGs and health promotion activities.

The successful candidate will have experience working within a Primary Care or General Practice setting and will demonstrate a professional, compassionate and proactive approach to patient care. They will contribute to the smooth running of clinical services while supporting patients to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

Undertake NHS Health Checks and new patient health checks.

Perform venepuncture and specimen collection.

Record clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, height, weight and BMI.

Carry out ECGs where trained and competent.

Support the monitoring of patients with long-term conditions.

Provide health promotion and healthy lifestyle advice.

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.

Prepare and maintain clinical rooms and equipment.

Assist with infection prevention and control procedures.

Work collaboratively with GPs, Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Support the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.

Contribute to a positive patient experience and the smooth running of clinical services.

About us

Woodbank Surgery is a friendly, forward-thinking and growing GP practice serving approximately 7,300 patients in the local community. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and continuously developing our services to meet the changing needs of our population.

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide safe, effective and compassionate healthcare, placing patients at the centre of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and supportive environment for both patients and staff, where teamwork, respect and continuous improvement are highly valued.

As a growing practice, we are committed to investing in our workforce and supporting professional development. We offer a positive working environment, modern ways of working, on-site parking, Health Shield benefits and opportunities for staff to develop their skills and progress their careers.

At Woodbank Surgery, we believe that excellent patient care starts with a valued, motivated and supported team, and we are proud of the strong relationships we have built with our patients, colleagues and wider healthcare partners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Undertake NHS Health Checks and new patient health checks.
• Perform venepuncture and collect specimens for testing.
• Record and monitor clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, height, weight and BMI.
• Carry out ECGs where trained and competent.
• Support the monitoring and review of patients with long-term conditions.
• Provide lifestyle and health promotion advice, including smoking cessation, weight management and healthy living guidance.
• Assist clinicians with patient assessments and treatments when required.
• Chaperone patients in accordance with practice policy.
• Ensure clinical equipment is clean, maintained and ready for use.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.
• Ensure all clinical activity is correctly recorded and coded.
• Manage stock levels and clinical supplies.
• Support the smooth running of clinics and patient appointments.
• Handle patient information confidentially and in line with GDPR and practice procedures.

Quality, Safety and Governance

• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.
• Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development.
• Follow safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable adults.
• Work within practice policies, procedures and professional boundaries.
• Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and service development where appropriate.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with GPs, Nurses, reception and administrative staff.
• Contribute positively to a supportive and respectful team environment.
• Support colleagues to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Primary Care Experience

Job summary

The Finance Assistant - Financial Control will provide a dedicated financial administration service to the Finance department, supporting both accounts receivable and payables functions, ensuring transactions are processed accurately, promptly and in accordance with agreed procedures and the NHS Better Payment Practice Code. The post holder will maintain records within finance systems, apply correct financial coding, undertake routine credit control, support the set-up and maintenance of provider accounts, maintain clear workflow notes and take ownership of routine invoice, claim and provider queries through to resolution. The role requires an organised and efficient approach, good attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with providers, suppliers, internal colleagues, clinical teams and commissioners in a fast-paced finance environment.

Main duties of the job

The role will be varied and will adapt over time as the ICB develops. Reporting to the Finance Officer, the post holder is expected to fulfil the following key functions:

Undertake accounts receivable activities including clearing receipts and unallocated cash, reviewing aged debt and carrying out routine credit control by telephone and email.

Investigate and resolve invoice queries in a professional and efficient manner.

Receive, validate and process manual payments.

Set up and maintain customer and supplier accounts on relevant finance systems.

Maintain clear and accurate notes in the financial ledger to reflect the status of invoices, queries, approvals and follow-up actions.

Support financial processes by ensuring transactions, invoices, claims and supporting records are processed within agreed timetables.

Chase providers and internal teams regularly for outstanding information, or evidence required to resolve invoice queries and support timely payment.

Undertake routine statement reconciliations, promptly investigating discrepancies.

Use spreadsheets, system reports and basic analysis to support invoice validation, payment processing, reconciliation and management information requests.

Support development and continuous improvement of local finance procedures and contribute to maintaining robust audit trails and information governance standards.

About us

Our role as an ICB is to join up health and care services, improve people's health and wellbeing, and make sure everyone has the same access to services and gets the same outcomes from treatment.

We also oversee how money is spent and make sure health services are working well and are of high quality.

Involving our communities is really important to us. We are committed to putting the needs of people living in Lancashire and South Cumbria at the heart of all we do.We are also proud to be part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Health and Care Partnership.

The post holder may have regular contact with a wide range of staff at all levels within the ICB, with senior and other representatives of local stakeholders, as well as with patients and their representatives. Some of the key direct relationships include:

Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB Senior Managers

Clinical Staff

Administrative staff

Managers and staff across Lancashire and South Cumbria, NHS, local authorities and other third sector organisations

Internal and external auditors

Job description

Job responsibilities

Financial and technical Support

Process invoices, payment schedules and supporting documentation accurately and in a timely manner through the financial ledger and associated systems, in line with agreed procedures.

Apply correct financial coding, including general ledger codes, cost centres and other required coding structures, escalating uncertainties to senior finance colleagues where appropriate.

Manage own workload within finance systems, ensuring invoices are progressed through workflow stages and notes are maintained to evidence actions taken.

Resolve routine invoice, supplier, provider and scheduled payment queries, referring complex or unresolved issues to senior colleagues as required.

Support month-end and year-end financial timetables by ensuring invoices, claims, receipts and supporting documentation are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Process manual payments, including patient claims and medical fees, checking claim forms and supporting evidence for completeness and accuracy, recording the outcome and progressing authorised payments within agreed timescales.

Undertake routine credit control, including reviewing aged debt, contacting debtors by telephone and email, recording recovery action, escalating disputed or overdue balances and supporting the production of debtor information.

Support the allocation of receipts and timely clearance of unallocated cash, investigating discrepancies and liaising with providers, customers and finance colleagues as required.

Set up new provider customer and supplier accounts, and amend existing account details, on relevant finance systems in accordance with documented validation, authorisation and segregation-of-duties procedures.

Assist with reconciliation exercises and the investigation of variances, discrepancies and outstanding balances.

Provide routine finance support to Finance Managers and other senior colleagues as requested.

Information, Records and Systems

Accurately input, update and maintain financial information within the finance systems.

Ensure invoices, approvals, query notes, credit notes and supporting documentation are correctly recorded and retained against financial records.

Identify discrepancies between invoices and supporting schedules, notifying the appropriate team for correction in line with defined processes.

Maintain clear audit trails to support reconciliation, routine query resolution, internal review and external audit requirements.

Handle confidential, personal and financial information in accordance with information governance, data protection and Caldicott requirements.

Financial and Statistical Support

Use spreadsheets and system reports to support the processing and validation of invoices and payments.

Support routine monitoring checks to confirm invoice and payment data is complete and accurate.

Provide basic financial information to assist with routine query resolution and payment processing.

Process and Policy Support

Organise and prioritise own workload to meet agreed deadlines and service standards.

Respond to routine email and telephone queries from providers and internal teams regarding invoice and payment status.

Chase outstanding information required to resolve invoice queries, following agreed processes.

Work collaboratively with placebased teams, clinical staff and commissioners to support timely resolution of issues.

Adapt to changes in finance processes, systems or ways of working as required.

Maintain a professional and courteous approach when dealing with challenging or sensitive communications.

Attend team meetings and contribute as required.

Monitor and maintain generic team or service mailboxes, ensuring correspondence is appropriately actioned, prioritised and directed in a timely manner.

The main duties and responsibilities described above are not exhaustive and the post holder is expected to take on other responsibilities or specific tasks as required and as requested.

Further, over time it is likely the remit and requirements of the role will evolve, and the post holder will be required to adjust their working approach and style to accommodate this with the full support of line managers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A minimum of five GCSEs or equivalent at grade C / 4 or above, including English and Mathematics.

Desirable

• AAT Foundation Certificate / Level 2 or equivalent experience gained in a finance, accounts payable or financial administration environment.

Experience

Essential

• Working knowledge or practical experience of accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice processing, patient claim processing or financial administration processes.
• Experience of working with financial systems, coding structures, spreadsheets, documents or basic reports.
• Experience of communicating with providers, suppliers, staff, stakeholders or members of the public to resolve routine queries.
• Experience of undertaking routine credit control, debtor monitoring or resolving overdue account queries by telephone and email.
• Experience of setting up or maintaining customer, provider or supplier accounts and retaining appropriate supporting documentation and audit trails.
• Experience of maintaining accurate records and working to deadlines in a busy office or finance environment.

Desirable

• Previous NHS finance experience.
• Knowledge of Oracle / ISFE2, or NHS finance systems.
• Experience contributing to process improvements or maintaining local procedure notes

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good knowledge of working in a busy finance office environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including a professional telephone and email manner.
• Good numeric and analytical skills, with the ability to work accurately and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and manage own workload to meet deadlines and service standards.
• Good computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Ability to analyse figures and information to support timely and accurate invoice processing, routine query resolution and reconciliation.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative, with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Experience of dealing with providers and suppliers

Desirable

• Understanding of NHS administrative processes or governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of record keeping standards, confidentiality and data protection.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure.
• Personal credibility, reliability and professional integrity.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
• Willing to undertake any training necessary for the role.

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel across the system as required.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet organisational priorities.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward thinking qualified Occupational Therapist to join the Furness Home Based Treatment Team based in Barrow. The post will be supported under the supervision of a network Occupational Therapy Clinical Specialist. The fully aligned role will involve clinical Occupational Therapy provision working within a multidisciplinary team within the adult acute setting for service users experiencing mental health difficulties requiring home-based treatment.

The successful candidate will provide Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to service users to support recovery within home treatment. The successful candidate will also undertake supervision of junior staff and assist in local developments related to the Occupational Therapy services locally and across the footprint of Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust. This role requires the successful applicant to be based on-site on a full-time basis. In addition, as the role involves regular home visits across the community, the post holder will be required to travel frequently and must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role.

The successful candidate will be supported within Occupational Therapy Best Practice Forums and shadowing opportunities will be provided via Occupational Therapists working within other home-based treatment teams within the trust.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is enthusiastic about working within mental health and possesses good time management skills and a compassionate approach to others. The successful candidate will be an able team worker with excellent communication skills with experience of working successfully within busy environments. If you have these qualities and wish to work with a supportive team who strive to achieve high standards, please apply.

The post holder will have substantial experience, special interest, and expertise in Mental Health Occupational Therapy, the post holder will use their deep understanding of the relationship between occupation and mental health to provide occupational therapy to maintain, restore or create a match beneficial to the individual between the abilities of the person, the demands of her/his occupations in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure and the demands of the environment (adapted from Creek 2003).

The post holder will deliver a range of group and/or individual interventions drawn from relevant frames of reference, demonstrating sophisticated clinical reasoning skills. They will prioritise planning and delivering interventions for people whose mental health problems have a marked impact on their occupational functioning, who demonstrate high occupational risk and who have complex occupational needs.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

351-BAY815-CL-M

Job locations

Furness Home Based Treatment Team

Dane Garth

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Education/qualifications

Essential

• oDiploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT)
• oHealth and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration
• oPost Graduate training relevant to mental health work in appropriate speciality

Knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within community mental health settings
• Knowledge of current best practice in community mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation
• Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using expert level clinical reasoning

Experience

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate a significant level of experience within a Occupational Therapy a mental health setting
• Familiarity with audit processes
• Extensive clinical experiences including individual and group work in mental health specialties

Person Specification Education/qualifications Essential oDiploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT) oHealth and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration oPost Graduate training relevant to mental health work in appropriate speciality Knowledge Essential Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within community mental health settings Knowledge of current best practice in community mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using expert level clinical reasoning Experience Essential Ability to demonstrate a significant level of experience within a Occupational Therapy a mental health setting Familiarity with audit processes Extensive clinical experiences including individual and group work in mental health specialties

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Furness Home Based Treatment Team

Dane Garth

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Furness Home Based Treatment Team

Dane Garth

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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