Job description

Job responsibilities

We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC level 3 Diploma in Principles and practice for pharmacy technicians or equivalent (2)
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification ILM3 or equivalent leadership / management qualification

Desirable

• Practice Supervisor Train the trainer or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant, recent experience in direct patient-facing clinical pharmacy role
• Demonstrate experience of delivering safety initiatives and improved patient outcomes
• Evidence of basic teaching and tutoring in a hospital setting through training others e.g. pre-registration pharmacy technicians
• Experience of Medication Safety and governance
• Experience with organising and chairing meetings
• Use of Datix incident reporting system or equivalent
• Successful experience of managing & leading change projects
• Lead on in service development action plans
• Writing and presenting complex reports
• Experience in managing incident investigations
• Experience of working with senior healthcare professionals outside of Pharmacy
• Experience of leading or supervising practice research or audit
• Experience of identifying and managing risk
• Experience of protocol/guideline development
• Track record of successful team working

Desirable

• Experience using pharmacy stock management systems (CMM)
• Evidence of successful design and implementation of new supply processes.
• Experience of successfully managing staff, performing appraisals and giving feedback
• Management of Medicine Shortages

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of GPhC Revalidation requirements
• Knowledge of medicines management systems at the ward level
• Up to date knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmacy practice, e.g. controlled drugs, Health and Safety at Work
• Understanding of stock control systems
• An awareness of current national standards, guidelines and service delivery issues relevant to area of practice
• Maintains a broad level of pharmacy practice
• Understanding of stock control systems
• Knowledge of Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines requirements
• Understanding of the importance of adherence to SOPs and legislation
• Demonstrates awareness of and commitment to the medication safety and clinical governance agenda
• Understands national and local priorities
• Knowledge of regulations and legislation relevant to area of practice
• Demonstrates a good understanding of patient safety initiative

Desirable

• Demonstrated knowledge of Quality systems
• Knowledge of interface issues relevant to different patient groups
• Knowledge of Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF)

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to influence senior medical staff, the multidisciplinary team and management teams
• Able to motivate self and others
• Be able to implement and manage change
• Able to complete documentation accurately with attention to detail
• Able to accurately follow written procedures under pressure Demonstrates numeracy skills and ability to perform accurate, complex calculations

Other

Essential

• Leads by example, promoting the Bart's health values
• Able to push heavy trolleys
• Able to lift heavy loads frequently of up to 15kg

Desirable

• Membership of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

London

E1 1FR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached Job Description and Person Specification for details of main responsibilities

Please ensure you demonstrate how you meet the essential/desirable criteria as part of your application.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant specialist experience post qualification e.g. autism, DLD population
• Experience of working with children with SEND in an educational or multidisciplinary setting (e.g. clinic, mainstream schools))
• Experience completing assessments and developing intervention plans

Desirable

• Student supervision / clinical education
• Experience supervising junior staff e.g. therapy assistants, NQT
• Teaching experience of in-service programs

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language therapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses
• Registered Member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
• A working knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of a wide range of appropriate Augmentative and Alternative Communication aids for this client group
• Understanding the roles of other professional relevant to the client group
• Effective communication, monitoring, analysis and adaptation of interactions and responses within the assessment and therapeutic process

Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills, and ability to consider cultural diversity
• Negotiation and problem solving skills
• Very good prioritisation skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to communicate complex information to others where there may be barriers to understand

Desirable

• Leadership qualities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St John's Therapy Centre

162a St John's Hill

London

SW11 1SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Vascular Patient Pathway Assistant role is tosupport the Patient Pathway Coordinator in working as part of a clinical team ensuring that patients are admitted efficiently for investigative treatments, diagnostic procedures and inpatient and day-case operations within national guidelines and in accordance with the trusts Patients Access Policy. This includes: NHS Constitution, waiting time standards; Department of Health admission guidelines and booking rules.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education including GSCE in Maths or English (or equivalent)
• Advanced keyboard and computer skills (Microsoft office)

Desirable

• Patient Administration System (PAS) training

Work Experience

Essential

• Experience in NHS or similar organisation
• Experience of working under pressure
• Experience of working as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Database experience
• Knowledge of patient pathway

Desirable

• Experience of supervising a team

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer care skills.
• Ability to work using own initiative with excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• The ability to work under pressure, within a stressful environment, prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines
• Ability to exercise judgement and take responsibility for actions
• Able to promote good working relationships amongst team, colleagues and clinical staff
• Willingness and ability to learn new IT skills and technology

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 Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• English Language GCSE or equivalent and general education to GCSE level

Desirable

• Previous NHS training knowledge.

Knowledge and Skill

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent organisation skills
• IT literacy
• Standard keyboard skills.
• Ability to work without direction and unsupervised.

Desirable

• Previous PAS experience
• Previous skills using NHS IT systems.

Experience

Essential

• Previous clerical or administration work.
• Experience working with the public

Desirable

• Previous NHS / public sector experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Cedar Ward, Darent Valley Hospital

Darent Valley Hospital

Dartford

DA2 8DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, you will oversee pharmaceutical services to the Cancer service, including inpatient wards. You will act as a leader within the senior established team and collaborate with colleagues to ensure the safe and effective use of medications and delivery of services. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to cost-saving initiatives, manage staff and support training and education efforts within the department. Additionally, you will work to enhance medication safety, contribute to clinical audits, and take an active role in the departments continuous improvement efforts. You will represent pharmacy at cancer government meetings, MDTs and operational meetings

If you are a proactive, organised, and motivated pharmacist looking for a leadership opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role within our forward-thinking organisation.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• GPhC registration as a pharmacist
• Post graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
• Completed SACT passport
• Independent prescriber (or working towards)
• Good clinical practice (GCP)

Desirable

• Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Management and leadership qualification
• MSc or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy or other appropriate discipline
• Practice Supervisor Accreditation or equivalent teaching accreditation

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a band 7 or 8a Pharmacist
• Experience of writing protocols and standards
• Cancer and clinical trials experience
• Previous teaching/tutoring experience
• Hospital Pharmacy Experience
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary clinical pharmacy setting

Desirable

• Clinical Pharmacy teaching skills
• Demonstrable use of audit/research to improve practice
• Leadership and management experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Broad pharmaceutical knowledge relating to general medicine and core medical specialities
• Knowledge of national and local guidelines relating to specialism that need to be adhered to
• Advanced computer literacy including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Budgetary control skills
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
• Awareness of current practice and policy affecting pharmacy practice in the NHS and understanding the NHS structure

Desirable

• JAC computer skills
• Incident investigation/ root cause analysis
• Risk management
• Experience and knowledge of cancer electronic prescribing system
• Ability to cope with the pressures of a busy hospital pharmacy service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.

Work as part of theatre team to assist or circulate for surgical procedures. Work competently in a variety of specialities for Paediatric and adult patients. To practice in accordance with the NMC / HCPC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust policies and procedures. Work within the Operating Theatre and Maternity undertaking competencies as required. To be an effective team member. Promote interdisciplinary working, with outcomes aimed at the best interests of patients and cohesive service delivery. Participate in clinical supervision/appraisals/audits. Take every opportunity to sustain and improve own knowledge and professional competence, reporting to senior staff any deficits that impinge on practice in a timely fashion whilst meeting the needs of the service. Implement and evaluate care plans as appropriate to surgical requirement and patients condition.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP
• Evidence CPD

Desirable

• Relevant further Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a multi disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experiencing of undertaking a range of surgical procedures
• Recent experience working within operating dept

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Professional codes of conduct
• Patient Safetly and Who checklist

Personal Skills

Essential

• Open/warm and reflective
• Enthusiastic and self-aware
• Good IT Skills
• Flexible with working patterns
• Ability to work under pressure to tight timescales

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford NHS Trust Hospital

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Conduct a nurse led clinic including the development of written protocols based on national standards, arranging investigations, reviewing results, diagnosing and referring back to a medical team as appropriate.

Demonstrate specialist skills and knowledge through expert evidence based nursing practice

Maintain a high level profile in the clinical area, acting as a role model for other health care professionals

Develop written protocols and operational policy to support the autonomous practice of a specialist nurse conducting nurse led clinics.

Develop a deep understanding and broad knowledge of colorectal cancer and apply to patient assessment

Participate in advanced communication skills while listening and talking to patients and their significant relationships.

Utilise other members of the MDT when appropriate to facilitate comprehensive holistic assessment and care to patients

To provide professional clinical leadership and expertise to other nursing staff.

Conduct periodic audits for reporting as required nationally and within the Trust

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Qualification
• Degree level Qualification
• Course relevant to colorectal cancer

Desirable

• Masters level

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with patients with colorectal cancer
• Experience of working with other multidisciplinary members
• Autonomous working
• Experience of working with electronic patient records

Desirable

• Delivering educational seminars to other staff

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Service user contact referred to in this Job description will only apply when working within a clinical area.

The post-holder will:

under the supervison/direction of the Line Manager/Admin Supervisor, seeking support as and when necessary, provide a comprehensive, confidential, Secreterial/administrative service to clinical/support services, in an efficient and confidential manner.

provide services within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, whilst acting within the required sphere of competences for the role at all times.

demonstrate sound knowledge of the service to enable the post holder to contribute and inform decision making within the service.

may work within clinical environments where conflict resolution may be required.

act as principal point of contact for users of the service eg,individuals from within/outside the Trust, service users and members of the public etc.

work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

develop and maintain good working relationships by being, flexible, adaptable, polite, positive and empathetic, communicating effectively and informatively.

work with sensitivity and have a good understanding of the service provision and issues experienced by its users.

prioritise own tasks, exercising a degree of independence, initiative and judgement. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems within own skill set. Refer and seek guidance on issues outside of postholders level of competency or authority to the Line Manager.

work within well-established departmental/Trust policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established service delivery plans at all times.

use effective verbal/written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Adapt style of communication to respond to others user communication difficulties.

ensure the service experienced is positive and service user confidentiality is maintained at all times. Treat users of the service, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

1.1 Service provision:

To assist the department with office duties, for example:

• Word processing of correspondence /reports/ other documents accurately via copy or audio from medics, which will include tribunal reports, medical care plans
• To take and transcribe minutes
• Dealing with telephone calls/ messages
• Arrange/Re-arranging/Cancel clinical appointments
• Photocopying/ Filing/ Scanning
• Receiving visitors
• Monitor and maintain department stationery supplies
• Reporting faults
• Mail handling

• Arranging meetings, hospitality, venues, distributing agenda/notes
• Managing diaries
• Create and Maintain Spreadsheets
• Implement policy/procedure
• Demonstrate duties to new starters
• Provide cover for other members of the team.

Deliver excellent levels of service by regularly assessing, problem solving, evaluating and reporting to the Line Manager/Admin Supervisor, in a timely and proactive manner when these standards have not been met, enabling appropriate action to be taken. Implement planned actions in response, communicating changes as appropriate.

Assist the Line Manager/Admin Supervisor as required.

Proactively and positively contribute to the achievement of business outcomes through individual and team effort, with the focus being on delivering excellent customer services.

Assist in the promotion of an open, welcoming, person-centred culture for service users. Seek and support feedback from service users to aid service improvement as required.

Produce clear and accurate written correspondence (including the composition of ad-hoc routine letters) eg, letters, memos, reports, presentations etc, using competent copy, audio tapes, IT skills, accurate data inputting and use of Trust Intranet and Internet as required.

Maintain accurate documentation. Use appropriate documentation/systems in accordance with local and Trust standards.

Use effective verbal/written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Adapt style of communication to respond to service user communication difficulties and psychological, social, physical and spiritual needs.

Build and sustain effective communications to ensure good team working and collaborative working practices. Disseminate knowledge, and information to those who need to know.

Contribute to the smooth running of administrative systems and meeting of all relevant deadlines.

Recognise and respond appropriately to any emergency situation. Contribute to the reduction of hazards in the environment, considering safety, security, theft or damage.

Proactively identify additional activities in accordance with the role, which would increase postholder efficiency and the efficiency of the team; offer suggestions for improvement and implement agreed activities.

Support the Trusts culture of collaborative, flexible cross-team working and commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes.

Make use of opportunities for sharing good practice and learning.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post.
• Responsive attitude and approach
• Dress appropriately for the environment
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role

Training

Essential

• Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area
• Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence.
• Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages
• In, decision-making and prioritisation
• Knowledge of Data Protection Act
• Customer care skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Diversity/Cultural understanding
• Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing situations
• Non-judgemental, empathetic manner
• Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately
• Demonstrates Trust Values
• Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction

Desirable

• Knowledge of information governance
• Problem solving skills

Physical Attributes

Essential

• A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
• Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be appropriate to the role::
• NVQ level 3 or RSA III or OCR III (or equivalent level of qualification in related subject eg business admin, typing/word processing, customer services)
• Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 3.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake further study/development.

Experience

Essential

• Recent Secretarial/administrative experience
• Copy /audio typing if applicable to role
• Note/minute taking
• In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings
• In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc
• In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision
• In working in a busy environment with competing demands
• Understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality
• In using a degree of initiative
• in organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines.

Desirable

• In working in a caring environment
• In dealing with the public
• Of NHS software programme
• Leadership skills
• Customer Care skills
• Excellent IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Adult ADHD and Autism Service, Manygates Clinic

Belle Isle Health Park, Portobello Road

Wakefield

WF1 5PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southwestyorkshire.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 further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• BSc Physiotherapist
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Member of CSP

Clinical Skills & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of up to date clinical/evidenced based practice.
• Clinical skills in relevant area.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• excellent organisational skills
• Excellent time management
• Up to date therapeutic moving & handling skills.
• Effective and strong team player.
• Knowledge of up to date clinical / evidenced based practice.

Desirable

• Competent presentation skills.
• Experience of acute & community.

Personal & Professional Attributes

Essential

• Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
• Ability to organise and manage own work.
• Ability to cope with change and use initiative.

Governance

Essential

• Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE and CQC.
• Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda for health under the guidance of the team lead / service manager.

Other Requirements

Essential

• To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values.

Desirable

• Able to travel around East Kent, and between Trust hospital sites.

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

Kent and Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full roles and responsibilities

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Education to A level (Level 3 qualification) or equivalent standard
• Excellent command of English and Maths

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a "customer" focussed role
• Demonstrable IT and digital experience within several applications

Desirable

• Experience of working in the field of people management or employee relations
• Experience in an office administration role

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both verbal and written
• Demonstrate behaviours in line with the Trust CARE 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Princes House, 73a London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. To provide administrative and professional leadership to the wider administrative team in line with the Trusts values, administrative processes and organisational policies.
2. To effectively manage the implementation of admin local policies/processes of the service and provide guidance for queries and support administrative changes of work within the unit, including support to the clinical team to implement ledger changes and rota building.
3. Responsible for the day-to-day operation and direction of the administrative team within own locality and supporting other localities when required.
4. To provide administrative support and leadership across other localities as and when required.
5. To represent the administrative team at internal and external meetings as required
6. To assist the Assistant Service and Performance Manager with the development, implementation and monitoring of standard operating procedures, policies and work practises aligned to the administrative functions of the wider team.
7. Assist and support the unit with the projects and programmes in line with role.
8. Responsible for the recruitment of the administrative staff and apprentices within own locality.
9. Make required arrangements to block Systmone rotas for clinical staff as and when required.
10. Support the locality with estates issues, and liaise with external contractors as required, escalating any issues not resolved with the Assistant Service and Performance Manager.
11. Work with and support the update of the locality Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) liaising with the Site Lead and Assistant Service and Performance Manager and ensure that staff are aware of where it is kept.
12. To support the administration team with the process of archiving patient files and staff records in accordance with the Records Management Policy.
13. Collaboratively working across the unit to ensure workload tasks are shared effectively and address any staffing issues that may arise.
14. Complete Datix and support administration staff to complete Datix as required and as Handler to investigate Datix as they arise.
15. Referral to Treatment (RTT) - To manage, monitor and escalate as appropriate ensuring accurate completion of reports and data quality. This includes weekly checking of patient clocks and validation of these clocks ready for reporting.
16. Slot utilisation reporting Recording the units unused slots and directing the team accordingly to maximise capacity.
17. Raising with administrative staff and supporting them to manage identified errors from reports.
18. To contribute to unit and locality meetings raising any issues/concerns and addressing any actions.
19. Responsibility for the management of patient pathways in line with the 18-week Referral To Treatment (RTT) Access Policy.

1. Liaise and communicate with work colleagues, patients, management teams and other allied health professionals to include internal and external agencies.
2. To explain administrative working practices to team members both clinical and non-clinical.
3. To manage and resolve stressful situations e.g. complains, staffing issues, etc. as they arise and seek support and guidance from the Assistant Service and Performance Manager or Leads as and when required.
4. To maintain strong working relationships with internal and external organisations, promoting and sharing the units standards.
5. Contribute to East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust internal and external communication strategies ensuring effective communication and engagement within the team and organisation.
6. To contribute to ensuring the East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust responsibilities to engage and consult with patients and the public are met in line with statutory requirements.

1. Authorised signatory and support for procurement and sourcing for clinical and office equipment within the unit.
2. Contribute to the finance establishment meeting ensuring the staffing establishment up to date.
3. Complete relevant payroll forms for staff. Authorised signatory for admin team e-expenses relating to
4. travel and other expenses.

1. To line manage/supervise administration staff and be responsible for the process for recruitment and selection, appraisals and 1:1 supervision, competency and performance management.
2. Responsible for providing induction, training and competencies for new admin starters playing a key role in the dissemination of continued learning across the administrative workforce.
3. Maintaining employee personnel files and associated documentation/systems for apprentices and administration staff including personal development, grievance and disciplinary issues, and leavers all in accordance with Human Resource policies and procedures seeking support when required.
4. Responsible for staff management in accordance with Human Resources policies and procedures and keeping relevant staff systems updated. Maintaining own professional development and requirement to
5. take part in own appraisal, objective and maintain your personal development plan.
6. Contribute to your regular supervision sessions in accordance with the Trust Policy.
7. To attend all relevant mandatory training as and when required to do so.

1. Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
2. Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.
3. The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes
4. The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures
5. Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust.
6. The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

Safeguarding people responsibility

Safeguarding children and adults at risk of abuse or neglect is a collective responsibility.

There is an expectation that all staff develop and maintain their role relevant safeguarding people competencies and comply with local safeguarding partnerships practice. Alongside this employee who are registrants are reminded of their professional duty of care.

Safeguarding means protecting a citizens health, wellbeing and human rights; enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. It is an integral part of providing high-quality health care.

Those most in need of protection include:o Children and young peopleo Adults at risk, such as those receiving care in their own home, people with physical, sensory and mental impairments, and those with learning disabilities.

The post holder must at all times carry out their duties with regard to East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.

This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths Grade C and above or equivalent qualification
• NVQ / Diploma level in Business & Administration Level 3 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Computer Skills Qualification or equivalent experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own work and the work of others
• Wide knowledge of office procedures
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
• Time management and prioritisation skills
• Ability to use initiative without close supervision
• Use of Microsoft applications, Word, Outlook Excel, Powerpoint and Teams.

Desirable

• Understanding of NHS structures and healthcare terminology.
• Knowledge of ESR and/or NHS electronic systems.

Experience

Essential

• Post holder must have experience of working in the field of administration.
• Proven experience of managing a team of staff.

Desirable

• Previous experience of SystmOne
• Experience of managing a budget

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Huntingdon

Physiotherapy Department Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Huntingdon Cambs

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As detailed above and in job description. In summary

To provide specialist psychological assessments to service users within the National High Secure Healthcare Service for Women, based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with service users and others involved in the service users care.

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

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

Rampton Hospital is currently consulting on the introduction of a probationary period. Candidates should note that, if approved, this may be applicable at the time of appointment to this post.

Person Specification

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Ability to undertake MVA training and employ these skills when required

Qualifications - Academic / Craft / Professional

Essential

• Good honours degree in psychology, accredited by the British Psychology Society.
• MSc or Doctorate in Clinical or Forensic Psychology (applicants with equivalent training as a practitioner psychologist (for instance Health and Counseling Psychology) will also be eligible.
• Must be HCPC registered as a Practitioner Psychologist

Desirable

• Chartered status or eligibility for chartered status with the BPS
• Further relevant post-qualification training/qualifications

Training

Essential

• Training includes models of psychopathology, psychometric assessment, developmental psychology through the life span and two or more distinct approaches to therapeutic intervention.
• Training and supervised practice within forensic mental health services.
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Advanced knowledge, experience, and expertise in at least one specialist area of clinical/forensic practice gained through specialist training and supervised practice (e.g., psychotherapy, neuropsychology, risk assessment, clinical and forensic supervision).
• Evidence of training in assessment/therapies relevant for women's forensic services e.g., DBT, Fire setting Treatment, Complex Trauma, Self-Harm

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Ability to carry out all mandatory training

Desirable

• A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use (due to the remote location of the hospital, reliance on public transport can be challenging).

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

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working collaboratively and effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience of working with people, in gender sensitive ways, who present severe problems and complex needs.
• Experience of exercising clinical responsibility, under supervision, for psychological care and treatment in the context of multidisciplinary care plans.
• Experience of Risk Assessment

Desirable

• Experience of working with women in forensic mental health settings
• Experience of delivering female specific group programmes or interventions
• Experience of facilitating ward/MDT based supervision and/or reflective practice groups
• Experience of delivering training and supervision to staff, MDT colleagues, and other psychologists.
• Experience of clinical audit, service evaluation and research.
• Experience of providing and evaluating evidence-based highly specialist psychological interventions to address complex problems and needs of female mentally disordered offenders in a forensic service.
• Experience of teaching psychologists and/or other professionals.
• Experience of service development projects.
• Experience of working as a qualified psychologist in a forensic environment, or with women.
• Can demonstrate experience of supporting the development of others / improving others' clinical practice
• Experience of developing therapy programmes in a relevant context
• Experience of involvement in recruitment and appraisals of junior staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of legal system/MHA.
• Can demonstrate knowledge and skills in assessment and interventions relevant to clinical forensic practice.
• Knowledge and skills in therapeutic approaches relevant to mentally disordered offenders.
• Good knowledge of research design and methodology and understanding their application within secure forensic mental health settings.
• Awareness of current national policy and legislation in the criminal justice system and/or health relevant to the service.

Desirable

• Awareness and knowledge of the difficulties of working in forensic settings.

Skills

Essential

• Can demonstrate clinical effectiveness in individual and group work, risk and clinical assessment.
• Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with patients who are often highly distressed and challenging.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, and other professionals about sensitive and sometimes contentious issues relating to patient care.
• Research skills for audit, service development, and research projects.
• Ability to plan and organise clinical service provision to meet service demands.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Groupwork Skills.
• IT literacy - including skills in the use of SPSS or R/databases/spreadsheets.

Desirable

• Experience of dissemination of research/service evaluation. (e.g., publications).
• Record of clinical effectiveness in a forensic women's service.
• Can demonstrate competence in supervision of junior psychology and MDT staff and psychology trainees.
• Presentation and teaching skills.

Attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills.
• Commitment and enthusiasm.
• Reliability & personal integrity.

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rampton Hospital,

Woodbeck

DN22 0PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Build trust with Black, African, Caribbean and Asian Descent communities, including people not linked to established organisations. Work with communities, faith groups and local leaders to raise awareness, increase referrals to HWYNI Mental Health and Bristol Carers Service, and reduce barriers. Run welcoming drop-ins, peer groups and carers spaces in accessible community venues. Recruit and support Experts by Experience to shape learning, co-production and improvement. Use feedback and access data to drive and report on service improvements.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly with Black, African, Caribbean and Asian Descent communities and/or communities who experience barriers to services.
• Experience of delivering outreach, community events, drop-ins, peer spaces, carers spaces or engagement forums.
• Experience of developing partnerships with community organisations, faith groups, voluntary sector services or statutory partners.
• Experience of using feedback, community insight or data to identify inequalities and improve access.
• Experience of supporting inclusive practice, anti-racism learning or culturally sensitive service development.
• Previous experience in a race equity, community development, public health, mental health outreach or inclusion-focused role.

Desirable

• Experience of recruiting, supporting or working alongside Experts by Experience.
• Experience of participating in race equity or community partnership groups.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Second Step

Address

162 Pennywell Road

St Jude's

Bristol

BS5 0TX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.second-step.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description forDecontamination Technician

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• Please describe in around 100 words: what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• Please describe in around 100 words: What motivates you to do a good job?

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Ability to work to Standard Operating Procedures
• A working knowledge of keyboard, typing and computer skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Technical Certificate Decontamination / willing to work towards. Or equivalent level of knowledge and experience through decontamination training

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

• Awareness of the function of the Decontamination services team

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices

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

Barnsley Facilities Services

Address

Gawber Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact

Ruth Kirby

Assistant General Manager

[email protected] 0113 3923394

Shortlisting Date: 16th October

Interview Date: 23rd October

What you will bring to the role

• Ability to work under significant and sustained pressure and to highly demanding and often conflicting timescales.
• Ability to maintain systems for keeping abreast of changes in the NHS and their impact on Leeds Childrens Hospital
• Commitment to team working with the ability to take personal responsibility for difficult decision making
• Ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery
• Awareness of strategic direction and ensure local business plans take account of the overall direction of the Trust
• Ability to communicate and network effectively, negotiate and influence others taking into account the multi-professional and organisational cultures

• Highly developed communication skills to enable the development of workforce and capacity planning and ensure that departmental business plans and continually changing service plans and schedules are updated to meet service needs
• Ability to produce a range of documents to varying audiences, both internal and external to the Trust some of which is of a confidential, sensitive or contentious nature
• Possess change management skills to include service reconfiguration

• Ability to establish processes and systems within Leeds Childrens Hospital to develop and monitor financial and business plans across specialist services working collaboratively with other Clinical Service Units

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are.

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please select Apply to view the full Job Description

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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Leeds General Infirmary

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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 theSkilled 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).

Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa

Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Practitioner NMC or HCPC
• Has a mentorship qualification

Desirable

• Leadership qualification or working toward

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Has significant clinical theatre experience
• Mentors students and staff members
• Experience at a senior level
• Has a wide range of scrub and or anaesthetic experience within a Surgical Theatre speciality

Desirable

• Has experience of coordinating an emergency theatre/service

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Demonstrates problem solving activates
• Able to plan, organise and delegate
• Able to assess and manage risks within the operating theatre

Communication

Essential

• Ability to communicate, has evidence of managing difficult conversations
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills
• Able to facilitate situations and show influencing skills

Desirable

• Evidence of communication with a wide multidisciplinary team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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 theSkilled 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).

Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa

Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.

Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications CPD Requirements

Essential

• NMC/HCPC registered

Desirable

• Ability to evaluate own strengths and development needs

Experience & Knowledge

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of theatres, especially ortho and trauma
• NVQ / or equivalent Assessor qualification
• Has an understanding of reflective practice and clinical supervision

Skills & Ability

Essential

• To be able to demonstrate problem solving skills

Desirable

• Has an understanding of Clinical Governance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital Burton

Belverdere Road

Burton On Trent

DE11 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake investigations and provide patient information to elective surgical patients, in support of and supervised by registered Nurses. This includes Inpatient and Day Surgery pre assessment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Care certificate (with evidence of completion)
• QCF or NVQ Level 2 in a health-related subject

Desirable

• Studying towards QCF or NVQ Level 3 in a health-related subject

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in healthcare including outpatient departments

Desirable

• Experience of acting as a mentor to new HCAs undertaking the Care Certificate

Knowledge

Essential

• Organisational skills
• Able to plan and prioritise workload under direction
• Time management skills
• IT skills
• Provides care on a consistent basis, first time, every time in the right setting and the right way
• Can develop relationships based on empathy, respect and dignity
• Can understand a patient's health and social needs whilst having the expertise, clinical and technical knowledge to deliver effective care and treatments based on research and evidence.

Desirable

• Venepuncture competency
• ECG recording competency
• Vital observations competency

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role requires an individual with knowledge, skills and experience to be able to provide support to Facilities Services in the delivery of a continuously improving safe, high quality service to patients, staff and visitors.

The role requires an individual with knowledge of Facilities Services and legislative requirements to enable a customer focused service delivery across the soft facilities functions.

To adhere to national and local initiatives in order to achieve their objectives, that feature in key performance indicators, balance scorecards and assessment of the Trusts performance e.g. Government Buying Standards, CQUIN, Care Quality Standards, PLACE, Cleanliness, Infection Prevention and Control, Nutritional Standards, HCAI, Health and Safety etc.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• C.I.E.H. Level 3 in Food Hygiene (or similar)
• ILM Level 3 and/or relevant Industry Experience in leadership and management.

Desirable

• IOSH Qualification
• Level 4 in Management /ILM/NEBBS (or equivalent)
• Prince 2 Project Management
• Facilities Management Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a supervisory or junior management position within a similar environment though not necessarily the NHS
• Experience with financial and budgetary control including identifying areas for cost efficiencies
• Experience in the monitoring of food hygiene/safety including auditing of operational catering departments, based on legal requirements of the Food Safety Act 1990.
• Experience in the monitoring of food hygiene/safety including auditing of operational catering departments, based on legal requirements of the Food Safety Act 1990.

Desirable

• Working within a NHS/healthcare setting
• Leadership/management of teams
• Experience with financial and budgetary control including identifying areas for cost efficiencies

Knowledge

Essential

• Management, knowledge and understanding of Government and/or NHS initiatives
• Awareness, understanding and experience of leading and influencing the implementation of the requirements of the 'NHS Plan' relevant to Facilities Services
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations including their implementation at an operational level.
• Knowledge of risk, health, safety and welfare in the work place related to Facilities Services

Desirable

• Understanding of the needs of Forensic mental health and learning disability services.
• ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and negotiating skills with the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both written and verbal to staff, customers, and patients at all levels.
• Ability to gain co-operation from NHS staff at various levels of the organisation for the effective development of the service.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of people across multi-disciplinary services.
• Ability to deal with complaints/problems from patients and/or carers or members of staff with tact and understanding
• Computer literate and an understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritises competing demands

Desirable

• Ability to deal with frequent interruptions to planned working to deal with business or staff issues

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.
• Attend Trust mandatory training

Values and Behaviours

Essential

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

Physical Requirements

Essential

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

Training

Essential

• Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site
• Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by 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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Wells Road Centre

Mapperley

Nottingham

NG3 3AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide a high level of clinical care within the Northumbria Community Dental Service/Oral Surgery department, supporting the clinicians in all aspects of clinical practice and ensure the smooth facilitation of all dental/oral surgery clinics across Northumbria Healthcare Trust.
• To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Professional Registration

Essential

• National Certificate of Examining Board for Dental Nursing or Certificate of Proficiency recognised by the Association of Dental Hospitals of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or A qualification approved by the Secretary of State as being equivalent to one of the above.
• Current registration with the General Dental Council.

Other requirements

Essential

• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Trustwide

NE46 1QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is full-time 37.5 hours per week and is office based.

The Staffing Solutions Team are open as follows:

Mon Fri 8am 6pm

Bank Holidays 8am 1pm

Hours in the team will be worked on a rota basis.

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 1st October 2026

Closing date : 15th October 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Word-processing skills at Level 3 (OCR/RSA Level 3 or equivalent qualification and/or demonstrable relevant experience) eg; NVQ Level 3 Level 3 in Business Administration (or equivalent)
• General level of education to O-Level/ GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 Level 3 in Customer Care (or equivalent)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS Policies and Procedures
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Word, Outlook and Excel
• Ability to maintain and update Patient Information Systems e.g. RiO
• Good working knowledge of office procedures
• Previous secretarial/clerical experience
• Ability to uphold confidentiality at all times
• Able to prioritise and plan own workload

Desirable

• Experience in processing CPA, Mental Health Act and Safeguarding documentation
• Experience using stock ordering systems and petty cash systems
• Experience of working with medical records filing systems

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
• Minute taking skills
• Good organisational and planning skills

Desirable

• Shorthand skills

Role/Team specific requirements

Essential

• Flexible attitude to cope with fluctuating workloads and the occasional requirement to cover other areas in cases of staff absence

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Nicholas Hospital

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 3XT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Degree in Business Administration or relevant subject or equivalent experience and training

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of dealing with the Public/Customer service experience
• *Experience of working in an administrative role with a proven track record of problem solving and managing a team of staff
• *Experience of managing complex diaries using own judgement when dealing with conflicting appointments and priorities
• *High proficiency of working with a range of Microsoft Office packages (e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook)
• *Experience of working in a busy environment working independently and exercising judgment and decision-making skills
• *Experience in handling patient complaints
• *Experience in managing clinics
• *Experience of managing rotas
• *Experience of minute taking
• *Experience of recruitment and workforce planning

Desirable

• *Experience of using UHB IT systems
• *Experience of working in healthcare
• *Experience of performance management, managing staff sickness

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Excellent communication / customer care skills both written and verbal demonstrating sympathy and compassion
• *Excellent keyboard / IT skills ensuring accuracy
• *Highly developed prioritisation skills
• *Organisation and coordination of meetings including the transcribing of minutes
• *Good time management skills
• *Ability to deal professionally with enquiries from staff, Patients and Visitors
• *Confidentiality and tact necessary for dealing with
• *people at all levels, and the most complex and sensitive information
• *Ability to pay attention to detail where there are predictable interruptions to the work pattern
• *Ability to deal with stressful situations and sensitive issues
• *Ability to work under pressure whilst meeting deadlines and adapt to changes in demand and workload
• *Confident in dealing with people at all levels
• *Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of equality and diversity
• *Mature open and flexible approach to work
• *Demonstrates care and compassion
• *Good inter-personal and communication skills.
• *Good organisational skills
• *Team Player
• *Conscientious
• *Demonstrates reliability, motivation and commitment
• *Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situation
• *Work effectively and flexibly as part of a team to meet the needs of the services
• *Ability to travel to multiple sites

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 Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level
• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
• Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy and policies relevant to role

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Supervised experience gained during clinical placements
• Ability to mentor students / supervise other junior staff
• Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of practice
• Experience of contributing to the management of change

Desirable

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role

Managerial Experience

Essential

• Experience of demonstrating duties to junior staff

Desirable

• Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

Information Technology

Essential

• Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Greenfields, Bridport community hospital

Hospital lane

Bridport

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do [email protected]

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level
• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessor/ practice supervisor training
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up-to-date portfolio
• Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
• Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of practice
• Ability to act as practice assessor/ supervisor to students / supervise other junior staff

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Essential

• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems
• Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Experience of planning and organising ongoing activities, e.g., organise own time and that of junior staff and learners,
• Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards and service improvement
• Demonstrable leadership qualities and the ability to perform as a role mode
• Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is 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.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weymouth Community Hospital

Weymouth Community Hospital

Weymouth and Portland

DT4 7TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge skills and training

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
• Understand and act in line with NMC professional standards
• Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal communication) with patients, relatives/ carers and the multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development

Job specific experience

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.
• Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.

Business Travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weymouth Community Hospital

Melcombe Avenue

Weymouth and Portland

DT4 7TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)