Job description

Job responsibilities

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

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• GCSE grade 4 or equivalent in Maths and English or proven equivalent level of experience and knowledge within the same or similar role
• GPhC approved Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services or willingness to work towards

Knowledge

Essential

• Proven experience of working in a customer facing role, ideally within an NHS setting
• Ability to use automated / electronic systems
• Knowledge of pharmacy services
• Demonstrates willingness to undertake relevant training pertinent to role

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a Hospital pharmacy dispensary department

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Prioritises workload
• Demonstrates a problem solving approach, i.e. discrepancies in stock levels, incomplete prescription details

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton-on-Trent

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Lung Cancer Screening Navigator is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and pathway coordination support to the Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) Programme and Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) service. The post holder will play a key role in ensuring patients receive timely, safe and effective care throughout the screening and diagnostic pathway, supporting the delivery of national cancer standards and early diagnosis objectives.

The post holder will coordinate patients through all stages of the screening pathway, ensuring investigations, appointments, multidisciplinary discussions and follow-up actions are arranged and completed within agreed timescales. They will proactively monitor patient progress, maintain pathway oversight and identify any actual or potential delays, taking appropriate action to resolve issues or escalate concerns where required. The role is essential in supporting the timely diagnosis of lung cancer and maintaining compliance with national programme requirements.

A significant part of the role involves managing and supporting multidisciplinary team (MDT) processes. This includes preparing agendas and supporting documentation, coordinating attendance, recording outcomes, distributing actions and ensuring decisions are accurately documented and implemented. The post holder will work closely with clinicians, operational teams, diagnostic services and external partners to facilitate effective communication and seamless patient progression across organisational boundaries.

The Lung Cancer Screening Navigator will maintain accurate and comprehensive patient and programme records using a range of clinical and administrative information systems. Responsibilities include data collection, validation, reporting and quality assurance activities to support local performance monitoring and national reporting requirements. The post holder will ensure all information is recorded and managed in accordance with information governance standards, local policies and programme protocols.

The role requires regular communication with patients, carers and healthcare professionals. The post holder will provide information regarding appointments, investigations and pathway progression, responding to enquiries in a professional, compassionate and confidential manner. They will communicate with individuals who may be anxious or require reassurance, ensuring patients are supported throughout their screening journey and understand the next steps in their care.

Working independently within established policies and procedures, the post holder will prioritise a varied workload, manage competing demands and exercise judgement when identifying issues requiring escalation. They will contribute to service improvement initiatives, audits, reporting activities and the ongoing development of the Lung Cancer Screening Programme. The role also includes maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues across the Cancer Centre, Respiratory Medicine, Diagnostics, Primary Care and external organisations to support high-quality pathway management and service delivery.

By providing expert pathway coordination, robust administrative support and accurate performance management information, the Lung Cancer Screening Navigator will make a significant contribution to achieving Cancer Waiting Times and Faster Diagnosis Standard targets, while ensuring patients experience a coordinated, efficient and patient-centred diagnostic pathway.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience in an administrative or healthcare setting
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Training in cancer services, screening programmes or health administration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative or coordination role
• Experience of managing data, records or tracking processes

Desirable

• Experience working in cancer services or screening programmes
• Experience of working across organisational boundaries

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of administrative processes within healthcare
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality and information governance

Desirable

• Understanding of Lung Cancer Screening/Targeted Lung Health Checks
• Good working knowledge of cancer pathways, including Faster Diagnosis Standard (FDS)

Skills

Essential

• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• IT proficiency across multiple systems and databases

Desirable

• Data analysis and reporting skills
• Experience coordinating MDT meetings

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Flexible approach to cross-site working

Desirable

• Experience supporting service improvement initiatives

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Professional, reliable and proactive approach
• Compassionate and patient-focused attitude
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Knowledge of orthotic and prosthetic practice gained through degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics or equivalent.
• *HCPC Registration
• *Knowledge and experience of IT software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and specialised Orthotic and Prosthetic software

Desirable

• *Knowledge of routine orthotic practice gained through working in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• *Knowledge of routine prosthetic practice, including multidisciplinary working within the Prosthetic Rehabilitation Team.
• *Member of BAPO

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of working in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics including entry level skills following graduation

Desirable

• *Experience of routine orthotic and prosthetic practice gained through post-graduate on the job learning

Additional Criteria

Essential

• What our services users expect of this post holder
• *Ability to assess, formulate a diagnosis and plan patient management using clinical reasoning skills and a range of treatment options.
• *Ability to communicate clinical information to patients.
• *Developed manual skills for the physical assessment of patients, the taking and modification of Plaster of Paris casts and the adjustment/alignment of orthoses and prostheses.
• *Ability to use own initiative, work under pressure and prioritise workload.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Mary's Hospital (IOW)

Parkhurst Road

Newport

Isle of Wight

PO30 5TG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• UK Driving License

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in the hospital/health care environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Automated Goods Vehicles operation

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Receipt & Distribution Activities

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Rd

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description for a detailed outline of the main duties.

1. Work in accordance with professional code of conduct.

2. Provide clinical triage, leadership and expertise.

3. Act as a first contact, exercising a high degree of professional autonomy and critical judgement in providing expert advanced clinical assessmentfor patients referred with undiagnosed and undifferentiated needs through a range of consultation mediums.

4. To initiate investigations, interpret diagnostic results and determine differential diagnosis and manage and evaluate care where appropriate/necessary.

5. Make direct referrals as appropriate for medical assessment and diagnostic procedures within agreed pathways.

6. Lead the service in achieving its quality targets to sustain high standards of patient care and service delivery.

7. Signpost, refer and support access to health services to reduce inappropriate attendances and admissions to A&E.

8. To safeguard individuals from abuse by reporting any incidents involving potential or actual abuse and acting upon concerns immediately.

9. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including the initiation of effective emergency care.

10. Empower professionals/patients/carers to make informed decisions and delegate care appropriately within the Service.

Please see Job Description for more.

For interested candidates, there is an offer to visit the Single Point of Access at Priestley Wharf to see the Single Point of Access in practice.

If you wish to undertake a visit, please contact Michelle Price on 07874 890555 and this can be arranged.

The role will offer an exciting opportunity to work with system partners all striving to work collaboratively together for the benefit of its citizens and how and where they receive high quality care.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Registered Nurse Level 1/ AHP, NMC or HCPC registered
• Disease specific postgraduate or accredited qualification
• Non-medical prescriber qualification (V300)
• Mentor/Teaching qualification ENB 998 or equivalent
• Master's in advanced practice qualification (MSc)
• Evidence of recent continuing professional development
• Leadership course

Experience

Essential

• Relevant up to date clinical experience
• Evidence of collaborative working within a multi professional environment
• Experience in advanced Health Assessment of patients with undiagnosed undifferentiated illness
• Evidence of supporting others in a clinical environment
• Evidence of leading in a clinical audit and research/monitoring standards of care
• Evidence of leading service development. Participation/experience of mentoring colleagues and Students
• Evidence of up-to-date based knowledge & skills, particularly in long- term conditions & first contact
• Experience of trainee supervision & teaching
• Experience in delivering patient advocacy

Skills/knowledge

Essential

• Excellent decision-making ability & critical thinking
• Proven listening skills with the ability to manage complex situations & appropriately deliver sensitive & different outcomes
• Influencing & negotiating skills
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Knowledge & use of governance & risk assessment to improve quality & Service development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

BSOL SPA, Priestley Wharf 2

Holt Street

Birmingham

B7 4BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For information with regards to this vacancy please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Live register or equivalent professional registration relevant to the post
• Postgraduate degree or equivalent or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge or experiential learning/experience in service development, managing change, leading and managing staff, plus specialist training and short courses to Diploma level relevant to area of practice:
• Good IT skills e.g. knowledge of word and excel
• Evidence of project work that has had a positive impact on service delivery

Desirable

• Accredited leadership/management qualification or ability to demonstrate these at an advanced level
• Knowledge of managing delegated budgets

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the service area
• Proven leadership/management experience, able to demonstrate examples of positive impact/change within service delivery/practice at an advanced level

Desirable

• Experience of developing others through education, mentorship, coaching, teaching, assessing, presentations
• A breadth of professional practice including specialising in the field where the post is held

Skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate effective communication skills with patients, carers and at all levels of staff/managers in the organisation

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

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Prospect Road Hub

174, Prospect Road

Scarborough

YO12 7LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You'll be the first point of contact for staff and managers, offering expert guidance and practical solutions that truly matter.Working closely with the HR Teams, youll be involved in: Managing and advising on formal ER cases (disciplinary, grievance, capability). Supporting change processes and job evaluations. Advising on complex terms and conditions (Agenda for Change and Medical T&Cs). Contributing to policy development and operational excellence.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience
• CIPD level 5 or working towards

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience in HR in a multi-skilled professional and unionised environment in a large organisation
• Employee relations case management experience and knowledge including disciplinary, capability and absence management.
• A working knowledge of employment law, current and pending legislation and change management

Desirable

• NHS or other healthcare experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Priestley Road

90 Priestley Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of the Research Nurse at the NIHR Royal Surrey CRF within the Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (RSCH) involves supporting the planning, set up and delivery of research. Working with multidisciplinary teams to screen patients for research studies, monitor patients during studies, assist with clinical investigations, the collection and documentation of accurate data, as well as contribute to the ongoing clinical and operational standards required of an early phase clinical research facility.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Level One Registration
• Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification
• Relevant post registration qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience as a staff nurse or above working in clinical environment
• Experience of multidisciplinary working and collaborating with other agencies
• Management of resources

Desirable

• Must have an understanding of national and international research regulations
• Clinical trials experience
• Personal and leadership management experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work within the Research team at the Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Trust. The purpose of the job is to set up and maintain studies, including invoicing and study closure and data entry and query resolution.

Having achieved Foundation Trust status and been identified as a CHKS 40 Top Hospital and a Top 100 Healthcare employer, our focus is to offer the best possible care and treatment outcomes for our patients, and to continue to be the employer of choice for our staff. We focus on giving our patients the best outcomes of care and an excellent experience whilst in our hospital.

We have on-going departmental, NIHR portfolio and commercial clinical trial activity with numerous trials currently open to recruitment, in follow up and many in development and set up.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to A level or equivalent knowledge. Or able to demonstrate relevant experience commensurate with this post.

Knowledge

Essential

• Significant demonstrable experience of working within a Clinical trials setting
• Trial coordination, set up / close out
• Data Management
• Financial tracking

Desirable

• Monitoring of clinical trials
• Experience of working within a number of different specialties.
• Study design
• Negotiation skills with regard to costs with Pharmaceutical companies.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

plan and organise clinical activity, with appropriate time scheduling in order to complete all clinical and administrative duties including statistical record keeping.

* Independently manage a caseload of non complex patients, completing assessments , setting short term therapy goals and treatment plans, completing timely reviews and discharging patients from the service.

* To delegate treatment tasks to therapy assistants.

*To actively engage and be responsible for own supervision with a senior member of staff.

*To be responsible for clinical record-keeping in accordance with the guidelines for documentation and legal requirements.

*To be responsible for the correct and safe use of the physical environment including equipment and to be responsible for the allocation of these resources.

*When working in the community setting, to work as a lone practitioner with telephone support from a Senior Therapist if required.

*To ensure all mandatory training is kept up to date and participate in professional development including attending In Service Training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social care (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 4 GCSE grade 4 or above, or equivalent Level 2 qualification, including English Language and Maths

Desirable

• Teaching certificate or equivalent

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of HCPC and accountability.
• Evidence of Team working
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational and problem solving skills
• Ability to observe and record physical and social changes of a patient and report immediately.
• Ability to act alone in an emergency situation
• Able to prioritise work on a daily basis to meet service demands
• Confident in the use of email and basic IT skills

Desirable

• Leadership skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of clinical supervision
• Therapy specific role extensive experience of working within a rehabilitation environment with physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a community setting
• Experience of audit/research
• NHS experience

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post.

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chester Le Street Community Hospital

Front Street

CHESTER LE STREET

County Durham

DH3 3AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RNMH current professional registration with NMC
• Professional knowledge acquired through a degree supplemented by postgraduate diploma specialist training, experience, short courses or specialist training
• ENB 998 or other NMC approved mentor qualification
• Qualification in non-medical prescribing or willingness to undertake within agreed timescale.

Desirable

• Formal Risk Assessment Training
• Clinical Leadership Qualification
• Clinical Supervision Training
• QSIR Training
• Masters Level qualification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration experience at a Band 6 level or above within Community Adult Mental Health Services.
• Experience working with patients with complex needs and high-risk behaviours in the specialist field.
• Experience of MDT working
• Skills in coordinating and planning interagency approaches in mental health care.
• Experience of assessing and managing risk.
• Experience of providing clinical supervision.
• Quality Improvement and developing practice standards.

Desirable

• Experience of change management
• Experience of working with statutory and nonstatutory agencies
• Experience of working within a range of services
• Experience of delivering evidence-based treatments.
• Experience of clinical leadership and/or operational management at Band 7.

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to use initiative and work without immediate supervision.
• To demonstrate effective leadership skills and act as a positive role model.
• Extensive knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, empathic approach.
• Excellent report-writing skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-professional team.
• Excellent assessment skills, including risk assessment, to provide nurse led diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Understanding of the importance of user/carer involvement in care planning.
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding.
• Good understanding of Clinical Governance
• Good knowledge of the legal framework and statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act.

Desirable

• Psychological therapy skills eg. CBT/DBT/ACT
• Ability to work in a changing environment
• Knowledge and understanding of the roles of other professionals working within mental health.
• Ability to elaborate on the transition of personal and professional skills into practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Onyx Centre

Tickhill Road Site

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

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

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

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

4. Undertake FEES and videofluoroscopy within own scope of competence (training and support can be given if needed), contributing to diagnosis, treatment planning and review, and supporting safe governance of instrumental swallowing assessment.

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

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

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

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

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

Clinical Leadership and Service Development

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Clinical Governance, Quality and Risk

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

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

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

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

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

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

Education, Training and Clinical Supervision

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Communication and Collaborative Working

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

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

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

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

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

Organisation and Management

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

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

3. Contribute to recruitment and selection where appropriate.

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Personal Qualities

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.

If you have any further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification

Clinical experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years post graduate qualification
• Evidence of wide range of General work

Desirable

• Previous senior experience.
• Ability to demonstrate existing ultrasound skills

Personal/professional attributes

Essential

• Good inter-personal skills. Effective communication skills.
• The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post Decision making skills

Desirable

• Leadership, management and supervisory skills.

Clinical knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of active and continued professional development.
• Excellent radiographic skills

Desirable

• Able to demonstrate existing ultrasound knowledge

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Minimum 2 years post graduate qualification
• Relevant first level qualification in radiographic imaging.
• Must have full HCPC registration

Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate some ultrasound skills/technique.

Other requirements

Essential

• Upholds and models the Trust values

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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

EKHUFT - Cross site - TBC

TBC

TN24 0LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

Identity Checks

Professional registration and qualification checks

Employment history and reference checks

Occupational Health clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience directly leading and accountable for multi-faceted programmes of work, at a scale of £100m+.
• Experience leading Board level or national assurance processes.
• Experience working and communicating effectively at Board level within a public sector organisation.
• Experience operating with strategic autonomy in a complex public sector environment.
• Proven multi-disciplinary experiences within programmes delivering design, major construction, refurbishment, delivery and handover of infrastructure and the built environment, to a high quality, on time and to budget.
• Demonstrable experience of leading multiple professional teams.
• Ability to evidence successful completion and delivery of high value multi-facet programmes
• Demonstrable experience of HM Treasury business case development for major capital projects.
• Demonstrable experience of delivery of savings and managing external contracts and external contractors.
• Management of significant capital budgets exceeding £100m
• Track record of leading complex organisational change
• Demonstrable experience of working with key stakeholder groups internal and external to an organisation e.g. Patient Groups, clinical stakeholders, Council of Governors
• Understanding of public sector corporate governance and assurance requirements.
• A thorough proven knowledge of the context and application of standard forms of construction contract (e.g. NEC, JCT, etc.).
• Proficiency in change control and knowledge management
• Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Procurement Regulations
• Specialist proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of NHS construction procurement processes including traditional, P21+, Procure 22, LIFT, etc
• Detailed proven knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislations and requirements of working within a built environment, including knowledge and experience of Construction Design
• Understanding risk and risk management systems.
• Detailed proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of Microsoft Office and other project management software.

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience directly leading and accountable for multi-faceted programmes of work, at a scale of £250m+.
• Demonstrable experience leading and accountable for multi-faceted programmes of work, at a scale of £100m+ within an NHS setting.
• Demonstrable experience of HM Treasury business case development for major capital projects within the NHS.
• Understanding of the working of an acute NHS Hospital Trust
• Management of significant capital budgets exceeding £250m.
• Demonstrable experience of interpreting Department of Health policies and technical memorandum
• Significant experience of managing a full range of in-house FM services including Estates, Capital Planning, Facilities Management, and Property Management.
• Proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of NHS procedures, standards and governance requirements
• Experience of working on a major hospital development programme and the production of the associated business cases.
• Experience of using ProCure23 (P23) framework for the development and delivery of NHS Capital schemes.
• A detailed proven knowledge and application of NHS technical documents (HTNs, HBNs, etc.), British Standards, regulations, legislation, and best practice guidance.

Qualifications

Essential

• Master's degree in management, project management, programme Management, Construction, or Estates related discipline
• Membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g. Association of Project Managers, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Institute of Healthcare Engineering and Estate Management).
• Chartered status within a recognised body (see examples above).
• Proven evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Qualifications and professional standing sufficient to command credibility at Board, regional and national level

Desirable

• Post Graduate management or project management qualification.
• Leadership development.
• Better Business Case Practitioner

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

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

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

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

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

Closing vacancy listings early

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

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

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

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

What is a DBS Check?

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

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

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

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

Who Needs a DBS Check

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

The Costs for a DBS

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

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

DBS Update Service

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting.
• Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
• On completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC.
• Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to work as a team.
• Able to carry out well defined routine tasks
• Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
• Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.

Desirable

• ECG
• Venepuncture skills

Knowledge

Essential

• experience of working in the NHS in a health care setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in outpatients

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Plastics Outpatients, Wythenshawe Hospital

Southmoor Road

Manchester

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Nurse led clinics - will include clinics for complex ear conditions/ disease, altered airway patients for tracheostomy tube changes, laryngectomy speaking valve changes, supporting emergency pathways as well as planned care. To act as a clinical resource within the ENT specialty and to offer advice and support to the multidisciplinary team om the ENT outpatient and inpatient setting. To prescribe and administer medication as an independent non-medical prescriber according to Trust policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• Degree in Nursing (or equivalent / working towards MSc
• Preparation of mentors or equivalent.
• Non-medical prescribing qualification

Desirable

• MSc.
• ENT qualification.
• Teaching qualification

Clinical skills and experience

Essential

• Expert clinical skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Tracheostomy/ Laryngectomy care skills
• Able to use own initiative and work autonomously
• Leadership skills
• History Taking
• Clinical Examination and Health Assessment module or equivalent
• Independent Nurse Prescriber Aural toilet
• Management of ENT speciality pathways - Audiology etc
• Ability to lead developments in practice
• Flexible and adaptable to changing situations due to workload and colleagues needs.
• Managing complex workload with competing demands
• Well organised and able to prioritise own workload and that of others

Desirable

• Previous experience at Band 6 within specialty
• Microsuction
• Nurse Prescriber
• Decontamination of endoscopes
• Laryngoscopy

Governance

Essential

• Understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Understanding of patient pathways, complexities and how to support patients through this.
• Ongoing professional development
• Risk management issues
• Key issues in nursing

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

WHH/ Trustwide

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

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

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

Closing vacancy listings early

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

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

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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

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

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Master's degree in health related subject with experience of working at a senior level

Desirable

• First level registration with the NMC

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive clinical governance experience including, risk management, incident management, PSIRF, clinical effectiveness, complaints, claims, PALS, legal services and more widely implementation of quality management systems
• Demonstrable experience of developing, implementing and reviewing governance frameworks, policies and procedures to strengthen organisational accountability assurance and preparedness.
• Experience of advising Executive members and sub board committees including preparation of high-quality reports
• A comprehensive understanding of health care policy and strategic delivery alongside system partners.
• Strong understanding of compliance - clinical, regulatory and statutory ensuring that the organization meets its required duties including CQC,HSE,HTA
• Substantial experience of risk management, assurance and internal controls ensuring identification, escalation and management of risk.
• Demonstrable leadership and management experience
• Experience of managing and analyzing complex, confidential and sensitive information
• Provide strategic governance advice that enables effective delivery of organisational strategy and long-term objectives
• Delivery of the Trust annual Quality Account

Skills

Essential

• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the credibility and confidence to challenge constructively at a senior leadership level while maintaining effective professional relationships communication and presentation skills, including the ability to prepare concise, high quality reports, assurance papers and briefings for executive and non-executive audiences.
• Proven ability to lead investigations, reviews and organisational learning processes, ensuring lessons are translated into sustainable improvements in quality, safety and performance
• Ability to develop and maintain effective governance, accountability and decision making structures that support delivery of organisational strategy and operational performance
• Ability to foster a positive organisational culture that promotes openness, transparency, continuous learning and high standards of integrity and accountability

Personal skills

Essential

• Self-motivated
• Enthusiastic
• Lateral thinking
• Confident
• Ability to build relationships
• High levels of personal resilience

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to travel across site as required

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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Trust Headquarters, Cobbett House, Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

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

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

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

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

Closing vacancy listings early

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

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

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

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

What is a DBS Check?

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

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

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

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

Who Needs a DBS Check

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

The Costs for a DBS

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

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

DBS Update Service

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting.
• Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
• On completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC.
• Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a health care environment.

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to work as a team.
• Able to carry out well defined routine tasks.
• Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
• Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.

Desirable

• Computer skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wythenshawe Hospital

Southmoor Road

Manchester

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and Person Specification for further information regarding main responsibilities.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• BTEC/NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy services, including underpinning knowledge, or other equivalent qualification recognized by the General Pharmaceutical Council Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Accredited Checking Technician

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of undertaking high level patient focused technical duties in a hospital or community setting.
• Good knowledge of dispensing standards and legislation relating to hospital pharmacy
• Able to pay meticulous attention to detail
• Able to prioritise workload
• Calm and professional manner under pressure
• Good problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated
• Demonstrable commitment to CPD
• Basic audit skills
• Computer literate

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Able to work on own or as part of a team
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good training and supervisory skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary

Acre Street, Pharmacy Department

Huddersfield

HD3 3EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Handling and receiving phone calls and emails from patients and being able to assist them with a variety of enquiries including booking, rescheduling and cancelling appointments. Demonstrating tasks as part of staff training. To proactively ensure that all information held on electronic systems is correct and up to date. Booking, cancelling and rescheduling appointments at the request of clinicians and services as well as being able to utilise relevant computer systems in order to ensure that patients are booked in priority order. Book, reschedule and cancel interpreters in relation to outpatient appointments and request alternative letter types (e.g. braille). Action DNAs on eRS. Registering non eRS referrals in EPR. Create and administer encounters in EPR. Complete all relevant actions in DrDr relating to outpatient appointments Complete all administrative functions in relation to requests via the Appointment Form system. Action deceased list to ensure outpatient appointments are cancelled. Ring patients for short notice bookings or cancellations. Complete Add / Set administrative functions. Follow specific booking processes such as Fracture Clinic or TB. Engage in pathway developments and pilots to improve outpatient services. Complete advocacy requests from eRS. Performing EPR functions for CAS clinics. Requesting blood forms or repeat prescriptions for patients. Achieving personal KPIs in relation to Hub targets. Escalate capacity and demand and slot utilisation issues within the hub for review. Utilise multiple KP+ models to complete processes. Full training will be given on all systems and tasks. Carry out general office admin duties such as scanning, photocopying and handling post. To always maintain confidentiality. Be an ambassador for your Hub Actively participate in team briefings Be responsible for and complete all Essential Safety Training (EST) and any other training required. The Support hub and clinic hubs have different functions. This job description encompasses all functions of the Bookings Administration Service.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• GSCE English grade 3 -9, (A*-D, or equivalent), GCSE Mathematics grade 3 -9, (A*-D, or equivalent)
• Motivation to develop the role and themselves

Desirable

• Customer focused training already undertaken

Knowledge, Experience and Expertise

Essential

• Experience of working within in a customer focused setting, office/admin environment
• Understanding of the importance of accuracy and confidentiality in handling patient information.
• Awareness of equality, diversity, and accessibility needs (e.g., interpreters, alternative letter formats).
• Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Experience using various administrative computer systems and good computer skills
• Able to work quickly and accurately meeting deadlines and performance targets
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to follow processes and standard operating procedures consistently.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to escalate issues appropriately.

Desirable

• Knowledge of EPR / E-Referral (ERS)
• Knowledge of NHS outpatient pathways and booking processes.
• Familiarity with RTT rules and outpatient targets.
• Experience of working within an office-based NHS setting

Communication and Relationships

Essential

• Good organisational skills
• Good oral, verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work on own and as part of a team
• Able to handle telephone and email enquiries in a professional manner.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure while maintaining high service standards.
• Team player with a willingness to support colleagues.
• Flexible and adaptable to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary

Acre Street, Lindley

Huddersfield

HD3 3EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Band 6 AAA Co-ordinator is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operational delivery ofthe NHS Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme across West Yorkshire. The postholder ensures the programme is delivered efficiently, safely, and in accordance with nationalscreening standards, NHS policies, and local procedures.The role involves managing screening pathways, coordinating clinics, supervising staff, monitoringperformance, maintaining high-quality data, and working collaboratively with clinical andadministrative teams to provide an effective and patient-centred screening service.The post holder contributes to service development, quality improvement, governance, andcompliance with national screening standards while ensuring patients receive timely screening,surveillance, and onward referral where appropriate.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• Education to degree level or working towards or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in field or similar
• GCSE English and Maths at Grades 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS England Screening Programmes and national screening standards.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• 3 years Leadership/Management experience
• Experience of budget responsibility.
• Clinical Governance knowledge.
• Programme/Project Management.
• Previous experience of line management.
• Collaborative, multi agency working.

Desirable

• Experience of working within Screening Programmes, health promotion specialties.
• Experience of Regional Quality Assurance requirements.
• Organising/Leading team meeting and networking events.
• Recent experience of working across primary and secondary care teams.

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to manage difficult conversations, complaints, or challenging situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Excellent organisational and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence and motivate staff to achieve service objectives.
• Experience of delivering training, presentations, or educational sessions.

Desirable

• Experience of working across organisational boundaries with multiple stakeholders
• Experience of representing a service at regional or national meetings.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Calderdale Royal Infirmary

Salterhebble

Halifax

HX3 0PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work semi-autonomously on a day-to-day basis within their scope of practice under supervision of and subject to review at regular intervals by a registered practitioner psychologist in accordance with British Psychological Society (BPS) guidelines.

The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary service team providing psychology services for adults. The post holder will be based at the Ashfield, Bassetlaw or Rushcliffe LMHTs. The Trust reserves the right with consultation to relocate post holders to any based within the Trust in line with service requirements.

To post holder will undertake a range of clinical activities across a range of settings including in person, by telephone or digital platforms. Activity will include psychological assessments, treatments and other types of clinical intervention with individual service users, carers, families, groups etc; along with other activities such as staff training; research and development activity.

Liaison with a broad range of other discipline and agencies including health, social care and voluntary services will be a key aspect of this post.

A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Person Specification

Values and Behaviours

Essential

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

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Clinical Associate in Psychology qualification.
• Eligibility for registration on the BPS Wider Psychological Workforce register.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant supervised experience of delivering psychological assessments and interventions in Adult Mental Health services.
• Experience of working in a setting with adults presenting with mental health difficulties.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Relevant CPD as required by the BPS.

Desirable

• Research and Audit skills to evidence the efficacy of specialist interventions.

Knowledge

Essential

• Masters level knowledge of psychological theory and research, including psychological assessment, formulation, intervention and evaluation.
• Masters level knowledge of mental health presentations within the adult population.
• Masters level knowledge of applied research design and methodology.
• Knowledge of wider healthcare systems, NHS services and the role of psychological services within the NHS.
• Up to date knowledge of psychological research and national guidance relevant to the client group.
• Awareness of the potential impact of discrimination & disadvantage on mental health.
• Ability to draw upon a specific theoretical knowledge base in the analysis of facts or situations to arrive at appropriate formulations, under clinical supervision.
• Knowledge of psychological theory relating to the impact on adverse experiences and environment impact on mental health and well-being.
• An understanding of 'Population Health' strategy.
• Awareness of their own competence and expertise and work within those boundaries.
• Aware of the expectations of professional and ethical behaviour and act in accordance with these.

Desirable

• Knowledge of psychological theory of life stages.

Skills

Essential

• Skills in conceptualising, analysing and communicating complex information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to build rapport, communicate empathically and sensitively in a manner appropriate to the context and recipient.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Work with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Contain and work with organisational stress and able to hold the stress of others.
• Manage effectively exposure to distressing/highly emotional circumstances.
• Manage effectively verbal aggression from service users, families, etc. and the risk of physical aggression.
• Respectful and collaborative approach to service users, families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
• Good organisational skills and an ability to work well to deadlines.

Contractual requirements

Essential

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
• Maintenance of Trust's Essential training.

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Has the ability to perform the full range of duties.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bassetlaw LMHT

Queens Buildings

Worksop

S80 1HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

If you would like to find out more about the role or arrange an informal discussion or visit, we would welcome you to get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education to GCSE (or equivalent) grade level 4/C or above in English and Maths

Desirable

• NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent relevant experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in an administrative role within a busy environment
• Experience of using computer systems (e.g. Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience of accurate data entry and maintaining records

Desirable

• Experience working in recruitment, HR or NHS environment
• Experience using TRAC, ESR or similar recruitment systems
• Experience supporting high-volume administrative processes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchinbrooke

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Please note: This vacancy maybe retracted as a result of being deemed suitable for the redeployment of internal staff.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above

Desirable

• Level 2 in Business Administration, Customer Care (or equivalent experience)

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Google Docs.
• Accurate data entry and record keeping
• Ability to follow procedures and work within defined protocols
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in an administrative or receptionist role
• Experience of dealing with the public both face to face and by phone

Desirable

• Experience using MAXIMS or other hospital systems
• Experience in a healthcare or NHS environment

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

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford County Hospital - Monkmoor Court

Stonebow Road

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an efficient and effective confidential service such that those assisting are well supported through all means of their role.To proactively manage and operate the inboxes, this includes acknowledging and responding to correspondence in a timely manner, redirecting and flagging emails for the Executive to action, and following up for responses and actions.To always work in a highly professional manner, maintaining diplomacy and confidentiality in communicating highly sensitive or highly contentious information with internal staff at all levels across all parts of the ICB as well as other external bodies/members of the public. This requires tact, discretion, and sensitivity to promote the good name and reputation of the ICB.Act on behalf of the Executive in times of absence by making rapid and accurate assessment of urgent/sensitive situations that could be addressed by other colleagues

The post holder must be able to recognise the importance of confidentiality and sensitivity of issues and at all times is able to act using the utmost discretion.

Working in line with the Executive Office Standard Operating Procedure.

Assimilate, manage, and communicate a wide range of information, some of which will be sensitive and complex and may involve matters relating to individual staff or patient matters or to matters of commercial confidence.

Communicate with tact, understanding and discretion with members of the public/patients/carers when dealing with enquiries/complaints.

Respond to all queries, correspondence and telephone calls coming into the office in a timely and professional manner. Initiate action where possible and report progress as appropriate. Employ judgement to ensure that messages and actions are prioritised and brought to the attention of the Executive and/or relevant leads as appropriate with any relevant supporting information.

Receive and screen all incoming mail, obtaining any relevant background information. On behalf of the executive team and ICB prepare/commission draft responses as necessary, identifying appropriate action or referral. Initiate follow up action where necessary, ensuring that delegated Heads of draft an appropriate response, setting deadlines to ensure the senior team has sufficient time to review draft.

Manage the Executive Directors emails, ensuring briefings and follow up actions take place, deadlines are met, junk mail is deleted, emails are reviewed and actions.

Act on behalf of the Executive Director(s), in times of absence, by making rapid and accurate assessments of urgent/sensitive situations that can be addressed by appropriate colleagues within the organisation in order to meet deadlines, provide solutions and avoid disruptions.

Plan for situations, which are known; and to be able to re-prioritise work to accommodate unexpected situations and interruptions.

Effectively manage the diary of the executive team, prioritising meetings/appointments, as necessary, ensuring the executive team have sufficient work/reflective time.

Organise events, including liaising with facilitators/speakers, sourcing venues, inviting participants and guests and devising and sending details of confirmation of booking and joining instructions etc.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area. Previous PA / Administrator Experience working to Executive's. Experience in communications and stakeholder management. Experience of working with multi-agency systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft office.

Desirable

• Experience of minute taking.

Communication skills

Essential

• Ability to respond to communications on behalf of the Executive Director. Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence. Ability to deal with and respond to queries over the telephone and in person in a sensitive manner.

Analytical

Essential

• Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues. Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands. Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate. Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis. Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills.

Desirable

• Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.

Management Skills

Essential

• Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support. Experience of managing staff and dealing with a range of HR issues including difficult situations.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB (104)

Address

Omega House

Southampton Road

Eastleigh

SO50 9PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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