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

• BSc. Biomedical Science or equivalent Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Further relevant specialist qualifications (eg BBTS certificate, IBMS Certificates)

Experience

Essential

• Post HCPC registration diagnostic experience in Haematology & Blood Transfusion.
• Experience with a computerised laboratory information system.
• Previous experience working in a large medical laboratory.
• Experience of working as a team

Desirable

• Experience of a variety of diagnostic techniques in Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Experienced using the following named IT systems ? WinPath Enterprise (Clinisys). ? Q-Pulse
• Demonstrate ability to use own initiative when dealing with patients/staff to solve problems

Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
• Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
• Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
• Good understanding of Governance Requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation

Desirable

• Knowledge of Quality Management System and can demonstrate participation in obligatory activities

Skills

Essential

• Competent in basic laboratory techniques and troubleshooting
• Good level IT skills
• Good time management.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages
• Ability to analyse, interpret, and present routine data/results/concepts
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal).

Desirable

• Good keyboard skills
• Polite, helpful and confident manner.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages.

Other

Essential

• Reliable, responsible person.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
• Respects confidentiality.
• Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
• The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Adaptable and flexible.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Registered Occupational Therapist with current HCPC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional education and training at degree level
• Post registration qualification in relevant field at specialist level or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Recognised teaching/education qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Member of special interest group.
• Non-medical prescribing qualification
• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists/ BAOT, or relevant professional group

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with residents, relatives, care-home staff and health and social care professionals.
• Ability to motivate and influence others to promote high standards of safe and effective care.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexible and positive approach to working with others and responding to changing service needs.
• Ability to negotiate and work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations across professional and organisational boundaries.
• Ability to provide clear clinical advice, information and education to a range of audiences.

Knowledge and Training

Essential

• Knowledge and application of principles of care within the enhanced care home environment, including the management of long-term conditions and relevant national standards (EHCH Framework) and guidance.
• Knowledge and understanding of current NHS priorities, healthcare policy and their relevance to the delivery of health and care services.
• Knowledge of common clinical presentations encountered in primary and community care and the application of evidence based assessment and management approaches.
• Knowledge and application of the HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics and relevant professional standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of personal development planning and continuing professional development.
• Knowledge of primary and community care and collaborative working with other health, social care and voluntary-sector providers.
• Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice.
• Knowledge and application of clinical governance principles.
• Knowledge and application of appropriate approaches to managing difficult situations and resolving conflict.
• Knowledge and understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion and their application in practice.
• Proactively identify learning and development needs and actively seek ways to meeting the same

Desirable

• Cross-discipline knowledge and training within safe boundaries for basic competencies across nursing, physiotherapy and occupational therapy in a 'first responder' model of service delivery
• Knowledge and application of change management
• Knowledge and application of service improvement plans
• Knowledge and application of audit processes.
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical supervision.

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating education and training
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of working with people with complex needs.
• Experience of providing evidence-based care.
• Experience of assessing and supporting people with complex and long-term conditions, including dementia.
• Experience of working collaboratively across professional and organisational boundaries.
• Demonstrable problem-solving skills and experience of managing difficult, complex or unexpected situations.
• Experience of managing and prioritising a varied clinical workload.
• Competent IT skills, including the use of electronic clinical records, Microsoft Office applications and relevant digital systems.
• Experience of assessing residents with changing or deteriorating needs and developing appropriate management or care plans.
• Experience of supporting learning and development of colleagues or Care Home staff.
• Experience of presenting clinical or educational information/ service promotion to individuals or groups.
• Experience of teaching and mentoring students.

Desirable

• Experience of service improvement
• Experience of working in community urgent care, rapid response or discharge planning.
• Experience of audit and/or research.

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates a proactive and forward-thinking approach to identifying opportunities for improvement in own practice and the service.
• Ability to analyse clinical and care-related information and use professional judgement to identify risks, unmet needs and appropriate interventions
• Ability to assess complex situations, identify priorities and determine appropriate action, including advice, intervention, signposting or onward referral.
• Ability to recognise deterioration or changes in a resident's condition and respond appropriately within the scope of professional practice.
• Ability to use evidence, professional knowledge and available information to inform clinical and service-related decisions.

Planning & Organisational Skills

Essential

• Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage own workload effectively across a range of Care Homes and competing service demands.
• Ability to plan, organise and deliver education, training and competency-based activities in response to identified Care Home needs.
• Ability to plan and coordinate resident reviews, action plans, onward referrals and follow-up activity within agreed timescales
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritise competing demands and meet agreed deadlines.
• Ability to adapt plans and priorities in response to changing clinical, operational and service requirements.
• Ability to contribute to the planning and implementation of service improvement initiatives.

Management and Leadership Skills

Essential

• Ability to provide clinical and professional leadership within the scope of the role and influence others to promote high standards of care.
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate the delivery of education, training and support across Care Home settings.
• Ability to manage own professional responsibilities effectively and contribute to the efficient delivery of the service.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and partner organisations to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Ability to support and facilitate change and service development within the Care Home environment.

Desirable

• Experience of supporting or contributing to staff development, supervision or performance improvement.
• Experience of leading or contributing to service improvement initiatives.

Physical Skills

Essential

• Ability to undertake periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling or working in a crouched position when assessing, treating or assisting a resident.
• Ability to use appropriate manual handling and therapeutic facilitation techniques when assessing or assisting residents, including those whose cognition or communication may be impaired.
• Ability to work in a mobile and agile manner, including the use of a laptop and smartphone as required.
• Ability to travel independently between community locations using appropriate modes of transport.

Desirable

• Able and willing to drive in the UK.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values

Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brierly Hill Health and Social Care Centre

Venture Way

Brierley Hill

DY5 1RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Diploma / degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registered with HCPC
• Evidence of relevant post-graduate experience

Desirable

• Member of RCOT

Management skills

Essential

• Able to travel to meet the needs of the job
• Able to perform therapeutic manual handling as required by the role
• Evidence of leadership skills within a clinical team
• Experience supervising junior staff, apprentices or students.
• Ability to contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement initiatives.

Knowledge and Training

Essential

• Completed junior rotations in core areas or equivalent rehabilitation experience across a wide variety of clinical settings
• Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice within stroke rehabilitation.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to stroke rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of current best practice of Occupational Therapy in stroke rehabilitation and national clinical guidelines
• Understanding of current NHS priorities and developments affecting stroke rehabilitation services.

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate study/training in stroke or neurological rehabilitation.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a stroke and/or neurological rehabilitation service.
• Post-registration experience of working with patients who have long term neurological conditions or stroke
• Experience of working in a Multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience at band 6 level

Communication Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for role
• Good Interpersonal skills including observation, listening & empathy skills
• Good communication skills verbal and written
• Demonstrates the ability to teach, guide and support therapy assistants and students in clinical practice.
• Experience communicating with patients with aphasia and cognitive impairment.

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Commitment and motivation to deliver a quality service
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills in assessment and treatment planning.
• Ability to work autonomously within a specialist stroke setting
• Uses reflective practice to support clinical development.
• Demonstrates understanding of clinical governance and risk management.

Planning Skills

Essential

• Ability to delegate tasks appropriately
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work under own initiative and in isolation
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Car driver with valid UK driving licence

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values

Essential

• Able toprovidesafe,caring,and effectiveservices
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stourbridge Health & Social Care Centre

John Corbett Drive

Stourbridge

DY8 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent
• NVQ3 in Business Administration/ Customer Service or equivalent experience

Communication Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to work with confidential material and maintain confidentiality
• Confident when working with staff at all levels, internal and external

Experience

Essential

• Administration experience within a customer care environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Understanding of confidentiality and Data Protection Act
• Demonstrates working knowledge of computer packages including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook
• Able to respond quickly in a rapid working environment
• Able to organise and prioritise own and other workloads to changing and often tight deadlines

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the NHS/Healthcare environment

Planning & Organisational Skills

Essential

• Good team worker and ability to work alone
• Able to cope with different and competing demands
• Highly motivated and organised
• An aptitude for accuracy and detail
• Professional approach to work and colleagues
• Flexible and adaptable to change

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brierley Hill Health and Social Care Centre

Venture Way

Brierley Hill

DY5 1RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters/Diploma level qualification in Systemic Psychotherapy or AFT accredited equivalent.
• Post-graduate qualification in relevant mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice over a minimum of four.
• Eligible for UKCP Registration

Desirable

• Training in other relevant therapeutic modalities.

KNOWLEDGE & NATURE OF EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum four years practice in relevant first profession.
• Experience working with children and young people with complex needs
• Experience of working in a mental health setting.
• Experience of multi-agency working and MDT collaboration.
• Knowledge of and skill in using a wide variety of systemic theories and evidence-based interventions and the ability to use these appropriately in relation to client need and work setting.

Desirable

• Experience delivering training to professional groups and carers.

ANALYTICAL AND JUDGEMENT SKILLS

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of systemic assessment and treatment of individuals, couples, family systems, groups and organisations, frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration in the face of emotional intensity, and potential verbal and physical intimidation.
• Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour.

PROFESSIONAL / MANAGERIAL / SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Ability to work with a racially and culturally diverse community in a wide variety of contexts including highly specialist skills for working therapeutically in the community.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, ethical issues and strategic frameworks, and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management
• Knowledge of child and adult safeguarding processes and procedures.

Desirable

• Knowledge and ability to contribute to research, audit, teaching and training.

PERSONAL SKILLS / ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Ability to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy using excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work autonomously, setting appropriate goals, in accordance with professional ethics guidelines and Trust policies.
• Ability to maintain high standards of record keeping including electronic patient record system and reports.

Desirable

• Ability to contribute to the development and evaluation of the team's operational policies and services.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Finch Road Primary Care Centre

2 Finch Rd, Lozells, Birmingham

Birmingham

B19 1HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of written and verbal communication skills
• Basic literacy skills
• Moving and Handling knowledge

Desirable

• Full Clean Driving Licence

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Good customer service skills / experience of dealing with General Public / Patients / Relatives
• Understanding of health and safety processes
• Ability to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timescales

Experience

Desirable

• Previous work in cleaning and/or catering would be an advantage

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Roaming HFDS Clinics/Hospitals

Various sites throughout Hereford City

Hereford

HR12QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Imagine a career where every day you help someone live a happier, more independent, and fulfilling life.

Join our Werrington service as a Bank Support Worker and you can help someone build confidence, independence and joy and enable them to thrive in their community.

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• up to £12.90 per hour
• Refer a friend bonus (up to £1,000)
• Full training and ongoing support
• Career development opportunities
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Company pension
• A supportive, values-led team

• A calm, patient and caring approach with the willingness to learn and build trust
• Experience required
• A team player who values consistency
• A Full UK driving licence
• At least 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK
• Excellent career development opportunities and fully funded training up to QCF Level 5

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• Provide person-centred support and personal care
• Encourage activities and meaningful experiences
• Supportcommunication in a way that works for them
• Follow care plans and maintain accurate records
• Promote independence, safety, and wellbeing

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For 40 years, Agincare has been proudlysupportingcommunities across the UK.Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We arecommittedto creating aninclusiveworkplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience required, A team player who values consistency, A Full UK driving licence, At least 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK, Excellent career development opportunities and fully funded training up to QCF Level 5.

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

Agincare

Address

Enable

Stoke On Trent

ST9 0DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POST

Ongoing staff supervision and training is a significant element of this role. This will regularly include medical staff in Radiology, Obs. and Gynae and occasionally from other specialities.

Ultrasound is provided within the Obstetric and Gynaecological Directorate as well as in the Radiology Department. Ultrasound is a key modality for the achievement of cancer targets and provides a service to most clinical specialities. As one of the fastest growing areas of imaging it must be adaptable to change in line with the modernisation agenda of the Trust. The delivery of this service must be flexible and change to meet the demand from other clinicians. Many sessions now involve the support of one or more one-stop clinics.

The post holder is expected to be able to perform a wide range of general abdominal, small parts, obstetric and gynaecological examinations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Clinical

a) Vet and accept imaging requests.

b) Prioritise patients based on clinical history so the appointment clerks can allocate a suitable appointment.

c) To assist with the development of a quality assurance programme.

d) Provide specialist ultrasound advice both technical and diagnostic/image interpretation to a range of service users.

e) To assist with the development of the ultrasound service by evaluating and incorporating new techniques.

f) To assist with the development of protocols which optimise the technical ability of US equipment.

g) To ensure imaging sequences used are appropriate to the patients history/condition.

h) Undertake ultrasound examinations on sedated or anaesthetised patients (adult and paediatric) including the ITU, NICU, theatre and trauma settings.

i) To independently undertake, interpret and report on all diagnostic ultrasound examinations performed including Obstetrics, Gynae (including trans-vaginal), abdominal, small parts, e.g., testes, and depending on clinical experience musculoskeletal, specialist paediatric work duplex and vascular scanning.

j) To understand and adhere to the safety aspects of ultrasound ensuring that technical and professional standards are maintained within the ultrasound department by completing and recording regular quality control checks. To assist in quality assurance procedures and protocols relating to your work.

k) Refer patients for further diagnostic imaging based on the ultrasound diagnosis.

l) OBs and Gynae: Refer out-patients/GP patients requiring rapid/urgent admission to hospital to the relevant medical team based on the ultrasound diagnosis e.g., ectopic pregnancy, foetal abnormality and Gynae tumours. This will involve counselling patients

m) Non-Obstetric US: Refer out-patients/GP patients requiring rapid/urgent admission/treatment to the relevant clinical team based on the ultrasound diagnosis, e.g., suspicion of malignancy, metastases, DVT, acute renal obstruction, appendicitis, liver abscess

n) Counselling of patients, in particular those attending the early pregnancy assessment clinic, over the viability of their pregnancy and certain foetal anomalies

o) To adapt ultrasound technique and manipulate and adapt equipment parameters to optimise image quality to aid image interpretation and diagnosis

p) Lay-up trolleys for sterile procedures e.g., biopsies and assist with the procedure.

q) Provide patient care and monitoring of condition during procedures.

r) Undertake mobile ultrasound examinations.

s) To comply with departmental and infection control guidance

2. Training and Supervision

a) Induction, training and supervision of student radiographers, radiographers (CT staff and others on rotation) and clinical support staff.

b) Monitoring and assessment of students.

c) To assist with the organisation and participate in the delivery of formal teaching/ up-date sessions for radiographers, sonographers, students, and clinical support staff. As this is a complex imaging technique this may involve ultrasound equipment as well as clinical applications.

d) Assist with the organisation of training programmes for medical staff (usually SPR) in Radiology (ongoing SPR rotation form Oxford), OBs and Gynae and other specialities as required.

e) To assist, direct and teach staff in the development of ultrasound expertise.

f) Responsible for ensuring own CPD is kept up to date.

g) Complete mandatory and statutory training in line with national and Trust requirements.

h) FASP online training in line with department requirements.

3. Management

a) Monitor waiting times and waiting lists and take appropriate action to meet targets.

b) Appraisal of staff, identification of training needs and professional development

c) Assist with the development of procedures and protocols.

d) Assist with the identification, planning and implementation of changes to service provision.

e) Assist with the achievement of local and national targets.

f) To liaise with equipment maintenance supplier over equipment faults/repairs and maintain equipment fault Logbook.

g) Attend ultrasound user groups in Radiology and OBs & Gynae Depts.

h) To help review ultrasound protocols on a regular basis, propose and agree changes with the relevant clinical teams.

i) Assist with the set up and maintenance of an ultrasound equipment QA programme to monitor image quality.

j) To help evaluate new ultrasound equipment for the Trust (value 100k+) prior to purchase.

k) To deputise for the Ultrasound Service Manager in either the OBs & Gynae OR the Radiology Departments as agreed. Dealing with any staffing or clinical issues that arise on a day-to-day basis or leading on specific projects.

l) To assist with the QA evaluation of equipment.

4. Communication

a) Effective communication with a wide range of service users including patients, carers, and other professionals both inside and outside the Trust.

b) Ability to communicate complex imaging procedures and gain the understanding and co-operation of patients of all ages and abilities.

c) Counselling of patients in distressing circumstances e.g., in utero foetal death.

d) To assist with the development and up-date patient procedures/information.

e) Respond to complaints from service users and patients.

5. Audit

a) To develop and undertake relevant audits both service and clinical - local and national e.g., Downs Syndrome.

b) May be required to participate in research and development

6. Other

a) As a referrer for other imaging techniques an awareness of Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 and IR(ME)R 2017 is required.

b) Safe manual handling of patients and equipment on an ongoing basis.

c) Accurate maintenance and updating of patient records. This will involve effective use of Computerised Radiology Information System, Viewpoint and PACS (Picture Archiving Communication System) as well as conventional film handling.

d) Complete paper based clinical records if required

e) Attend relevant Radiology performance and staff meetings.

f) Attend and participate in relevant multi-disciplinary meetings.

g) To assist in the development of Clinical Governance within ultrasound.

h) To be responsible for the cleanliness and general care of all equipment and facilities within the working area, acting on faults and ensuring safety.

i) Ensure equipment is decontaminated before maintenance and ensure equipment is working correctly before it comes back into clinical use.

j) Attend and participate in relevant multi-disciplinary meetings.

k) To assist in the development of Clinical Governance within ultrasound.

l) To be responsible for the cleanliness and general care of all equipment and facilities within the working area, acting on faults and ensuring safety.

m) Ensure equipment is decontaminated before maintenance and ensure equipment is working correctly before it comes back into clinical use.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Radiography or equivalent radiography qualification OR a Health care qualification to degree level standard
• PGD in Ultrasound imaging or equivalent ultrasound imaging qualification. Plus, relevant experience in US practices
• Evidence of CPD
• MSc in Ultrasound or equivalent experience in general medical and obstetric ultrasound
• Evidence of DQASS monitoring in the last 12 months
• Active HCPC or RCT Registration
• Regular attendance on short courses and conferences
• Counselling Skills Course
• Completion IR(ME)R eLFH referrer course or equivalent
• Sound understanding of cross sectional radiography imaging
• Excellent experience in obstetrics, gynaecology and general medical ultrasound
• A wide range of non- obstetric scanning
• Skills in counselling and giving bad news
• Equipment management and Quality Assurance in US or radiology
• Ability to show good use and understanding of US equipment to use image manipulation
• Teaching and training skills Assertiveness
• Individual Performance review
• Experience with dealing with complaints
• Management experience in either US or radiology
• Extensive knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy gained through radio-graphic and ultrasound practice
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology and pathology relevant to extensive US practice
• Organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy for counselling patients e.g. cancer or foetal death.
• Ability to write reports
• Ability to work autonomously taking responsibility for clinical interpretation and production of reports for referring clinicians
• Team worker
• Ability to plan and undertake audit of own and the work of others
• Evidence of CPD
• Good time management
• Teaching and training skills
• Awareness of Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 and IR(ME)R 2017
• Good keyboard skills for using PC and image reporting systems
• Extensive knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy gained through radio-graphic and ultrasound practice
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology and pathology relevant to extensive US practice
• Organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy for counselling patients e.g. cancer or foetal death.
• Ability to write reports
• Ability to work autonomously taking responsibility for clinical interpretation and production of reports for referring clinicians
• Team worker
• Ability to plan and undertake audit of own and the work of others

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

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Suites 1A & 1B, Breakspear Park

Breakspear Way

Hemel Hempstead

Hertfordshire

HP2 4TZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Level 4 standard (e.g. NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration or equivalent experience)
• Good standard of general education (e.g. GCSEs including English and Maths or equivalent)
• Evidence of IT literacy including Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel)

Desirable

• A-levels or equivalent qualification
• RTT, access policy or data quality training
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Significant administrative experience within an NHS setting
• Experience of validating and managing patient pathways
• Working knowledge of RTT and/or DM01 standards and validation rules
• Experience using Patient Administration Systems (e.g. Lorenzo, Cerner)
• Experience working with data, including identifying and resolving data quality issues
• Experience of working with multiple stakeholders to resolve issues

Desirable

• Experience of DM01 validation
• Experience supporting Patient Initiated Follow-Up (PIFU) pathways
• Experience within diagnostic or Thoracic services
• Experience using digital systems, dashboards or patient platforms
• Experience supporting reporting or audit activity
• Ability to identify recurring issues and contribute to process improvements

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration
• Demonstrates commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
• Works collaboratively and supports effective team working
• Acts with professionalism, integrity and accountability
• Demonstrates a proactive, organised and reliable approach to work
• Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information appropriately
• Able to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Desirable

• Demonstrates initiative in supporting service improvements
• Commitment to continuous learning and personal development
• Supports a positive and inclusive team culture

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 Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Papworth Hospital

Papworth Road

Cambridge Bio Medical Campus

Cambridge

CB2 0AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities of this role. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Little on 01423 553647 [email protected]

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register or Registered with HCPC
• A good standard of education to degree level or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development within nursing
• Recognised leadership development training Professional and clinical competence
• Teaching qualification
• Experience in General Medicine/Haematology

Desirable

• Masters Level Degree
• Involvement in clinical audit and/or research.
• Experience of effectively managing rosters.
• Experience of leading patient involvement / patient feedback initiatives.

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate Hospital

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To act as the Key Worker for a caseload of patients as agreed with the GI Cancer CNS Team Leader.

To provide appropriate support, information, education, advice, and counselling with regard to all aspects of their illness and possible investigation/treatment modalities at all stages of the pathway.

To act as the patient's advocate, particularly when informed discussion may lead to choices being made concerning investigation/treatment options. Assist in the process of attaining informed consent. Contribute to MDT meetings and treatment/care planning decisions.

To work closely with other Health Care Professionals to ensure that all aspects of patient/carers needs are met, linking with palliative care and supportive care providers and social services appropriately.

To continue to develop and liaise with other units/centres to ensure continuity of care and support for patients referred on for further investigations/treatment.

Provide advice and support to health professionals within the Trust and Primary Care in relation to GI Cancer treatment side effects, complications and management and ensure liaison with appropriate members of the MDT.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• First level degree in related subject or willing to undertake a degree pathway.
• Evidence of continued professional. development including GI or Oncology.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Evidence of master's level learning or prepared to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 or above in Oncology or GI Services.
• Experience of multi professional working.
• Ability to support and influence change.

Desirable

• Experience of audit and research
• Experience of patient involvement/feedback initiatives

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

21 Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide high quality Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy to Children, Young People and families in receipt of a Community CYP ED service. To supervise and support the application of CBT provided by other team members within the Community CYP ED Team. To become involved in research and audit, contribute to service training and further development of CBT within wider Community CAMHS Teams.

Please see the job description and person specification for more detailed description of duties

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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate professional registered qualification e.g., RMN, Social Worker or equivalent qualification (e.g., CYP Wellbeing Practitioner or Educational Mental Health Practitioner)
• Membership of a registered statutory body e.g., NMC (if relevant)
• MSc qualification in CBT or recognised equivalent as accredited by BABCP
• Practitioner Accreditation or Full Accreditation with BABCP (or working towards, in which case applicant will be paid at top of band 6 until accreditation is in place)

Desirable

• Children and Young People's CBT qualification
• CBT Supervision qualification
• CBT Supervisor Accreditation

Training

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development
• To have undertaken statutory child safeguarding training
• Willingness to attend CBT Supervisor Training, as required

Desirable

• Trained in delivery of clinical supervision
• Further training specific to area e.g., CBT-AR, EMDR

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with young people with mental health difficulties or relevant transferable experience
• Experience of providing clinical supervision

Desirable

• Experience of working within CAMHS
• Experience of working with young people with complex mental health difficulties/Eating Disorders
• Experience of working within a Multi-disciplinary Team
• Experience of working in community settings
• Experience of group work
• Experience of providing training to staff

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of NICE guidelines for mental health difficulties
• Understanding of working with young people who have a Mental Health Disorders
• Knowledge and experience of the provision of mental health assessment for young people
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health
• Skills in assessment and CBT treatment
• Experience of using ROMs
• Ability to manage a defined caseload, and organise own work schedule
• Ability to be a clear and effective communicator with young people and their families, and clinical peers and other professionals
• Ability to be autonomous practitioner, whilst being able to work as an integral part of the MDT
• Demonstrate leadership skills e.g., willingness to deputise for Team Leads, chair meetings
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with young people and their families, and clinical peers and other professionals
• Be committed to equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice

Desirable

• Group work skills
• Group supervision skills
• Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations
• Facilitate supervision of supervision sessions
• Awareness of local mental health services
• Knowledge of CYP inpatient services

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Be able to travel across sites and in the community.
• 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.

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hopewood

Foster Drive, Mansfield Road

Nottingham

NG5 3FL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Discharge Key Worker is responsible for coordinating and facilitating safe, timely, and effective discharge planning for patients undergoing surgical care on their assigned ward.

To work closely with the clinical inpatient care groups and discharge team highlighting patients with complex needs,specifically those patients who aredeemedto have No Criteria toresidein an acute hospital bed where supported interventionis required toprogress thedischarge plan.

-Act as a key point of contact for patients, relatives, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary teamregardingdischarge arrangements.

-Participate in daily multidisciplinary board rounds, discharge planning meetings, and patient flow discussions.

Ensure all inpatients have a discharge plancommencedon admission, an expected date of discharge in line with the no criteria toreside(no C2R) guidance, the SAFER Care Bundle and manage discharge dependent actions to reduce any potential delays.

-Identifypotential barriers to discharge at the earliest opportunity and develop plans to address delays proactively.

To work in partnership with the ward MDT, the system SPA (Single Point of Access team) Cluster teams, social services, community care providers, integrated care boards and the discharge team and voluntary agencies regarding simple and complex needs identified during the admission process to provide effective discharge planning to patients and their representatives that facilitates timely discharge.

Communicates effectively with a range of people aboutday to daytasks asrequiredwithin limits of job role and training.

Ensure all documentation applicable for the role is recorded accurately, legibly, signed and Job description dated in accordance withtrust policies and procedures.

Work with MDT to ensure holistic care for patients and their representatives

Listens to and respects the needs of patients and/or colleagues.

Appliesappropriate communicationmethods using a range of verbal andnonverbalskills helping patients/relatives overcome barriers to understanding when English is not their first language. Treats everyone in a friendly and courteous manner

To provide discharge planningexpertiseto patients and their representatives during the admission process

Identifypatients with cognitive impairment and highlight need for mental capacity assessments to support the discharge planning process.

Facilitate and coordinate discharge plans atappropriate meetingsincluding daily handovers, MDT meetings, care reviews and / or case conferences to agree and finalise discharge plans with patients and next of kin.

Liaise with care agencies and care homes toestablishdates for assessments and agree transfer dates Escalate issues and barriers affecting a patients discharge to the clinical leads/MDT in line with the trusts escalation matrix in the Discharge Planning Standard Operating Procedure

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• NVQ level 3
• Experience of working in a hospital setting

Desirable

• Experience of working with patients requiring CHC and social services
• Use of IT clinical systems such as ecamis

essential

Essential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• use of computers

Essential

Essential

• Knowledge of comples discharge planning process
• Understanding of MDT assessment for frail surgical patients

Desirable

• Knowledge of integrated care systems
• Experience of patient flow

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 Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bournemouth Hospital but cross site working is expected

Castle Lane East Bournemouth, Dorset BH7 7DW

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To see further details of the responsibilities please see the job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Physics, Engineering, Computer Sciences or Life Sciences. MSc in Medical Physics or Medical Imaging (or equivalent) and successful completion of the STP training scheme in an appropriate specialism (or equivalent). HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist.

Desirable

• PhD in relevant discipline. Chartered Physicist, Scientist or MIPEM equivalent. RPA 2000 Certified LPA Completion of HSST training. Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• At least 4-6 years' experience non-ionising radiation (NIR) safety. Experience of team management Sufficient knowledge and experience to act as a Laser Protection Advisor Used to working in multidisciplinary teams. Experience in NIR (e.g. ultrasound, UV, lasers) safety and quality assurance in a clinical environment. Knowledge of NIR Physics and its application in a clinical setting. Awareness of recent developments in both clinical and/or research NIR applications.

Desirable

• Post-doctoral experience in research. Experience in research management. Success in obtaining research grants and income generation. Publication of scientific papers or other reports. Presentation of scientific papers at local and national meetings.

Technical Skill & Competencies

Essential

• Ability to operate NIR equipment independently Strong mathematical skills, capable of analysing large amounts of data using modern software. Ability to use and program using a range of software packages. Ability to communicate complex data or facts to a variety of audiences.

Desirable

• Fluent in scientific programming in e.g. Python

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive scientific, clinical and safety knowledge of NIR. High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from the use of NIR In-depth understanding of relevant legislation, national / international standards, professional and other guidelines.

Desirable

• Extensive scientific, clinical and safety knowledge of all non ionising radiations used in medical practice (including MRI). High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from a range of non-ionising radiation exposure (including MRI).

Other requirements

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills. Ability to be persuasive. Ability to use own initiative when appropriate. Ability to organise and prioritise own work and respond to changing priorities. Good time management skills. Good writing skills to produce highly complex scientific reports/papers. Ability to communicate or present complex facts or data to a variety of audiences. Current valid UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Ability to interact with patients in an appropriate and responsible manner. Ability to see problems/issues/scientific questions from a range of perspectives to enable the best solution to be found. Ability to be flexible. Ability to multi-task to meet competing deadlines. Good attention to detail.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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 Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH152JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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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

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

St Luke's Hospital

33 Leicester Road

Market Harborough

Leicestershire

LE16 7BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Although this position is a 10 months fixed-term contract, the actual contract duration will be adjusted to account for the time taken to advertise the post, complete the hiring process, and finalise pre-employment checks. This means the contract will begin when the candidate starts the role and may be slightly shorter than 10 months.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Passes in English and Maths at C grade or equivalent
• Typing Qualification
• Medical terminology or equivalent experience

Desirable

• GCSE standard attained in other science subjects or equivalent
• Entry level leadership qualification i.e. ILM2

Experience

Essential

• Worked in an office environment
• Experience of typing medical content
• Dealing with telephone enquiries
• Experience of working with a multi disciplinary team

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in an NHS environment
• Previous computing experience or VDU work
• Good working knowledge of cellular pathology processes

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and histopathology terminology
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel spreadsheets and Access databases, including the extraction of data by queries and the preparation of reports

Desirable

• Previous pathology-based administrative work experience

Skills

Essential

• Touch typing ability
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Word and Office.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate with staff at different levels of the organisation.
• Ability to prioritise workload, innovate & work as part of a large team to meet deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure and deal with interruptions

Desirable

• Experience of mananging small improvement projects and activities

Other

Essential

• Able to undertake housekeeping duties
• Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
• Ability to work on own initiative and take routine decisions.

Desirable

• Ability to share knowledge and engage others in project
• Flexible approach to service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

80 Newark Street, London

London

E1 2ES

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• General education to degree level, equivalent professional qualification or equivalent experience
• Excellent operational knowledge of specific clinical areas including relevant operational policies and procedures
• Have been assessed at, or be willing to work towards, the standard of training delivery expected of an EPIC Credentialed Trainer
• Ability to understand the requirements of a work effectively within a demanding project and programme environment

Experience

Essential

• Experience in designing and delivering clinical systems training
• Previous NHS or Healthcare experience
• Previous experience of working within a complex, change-driven environment

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Resilient approach and flexible attitude to work
• Sound organisational skills; ability to prioritise demanding workload in a high pressure and very challenging environment, maintaining delivery of quality outputs to tight deadlines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (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

• *Master's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• *Completion of first year of clinical diploma or NHSE/RPS Newly Qualified Pharmacist Pathway or equivalent, as evidenced by dated communication from HEI or signed-off NQPP documentation.
• *Current professional registration as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• *Evidence of continued Professional Development in Pharmacy related matters

Desirable

• *Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• *Member of UKCPA
• *In-house training and accreditation for formulation of PN and final check of aseptics
• *Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy
• *To be willing to work towards a non-medical prescribing qualification

Experience

Essential

• *Experience working within an NHS/ Healthcare environment with clinicians and other health care professionals at all levels of the organisation.
• *Post-registration experience working in hospital pharmacy at point of application.
• *Previous participation in multi- disciplinary team.
• *Experience of managing/ supervising staff/ students and the delivery of training on a range of subjects.
• *Evidence of risk management and service improvements.
• *Demonstrates commitment for providing high quality pharmaceutical care.
• *Possesses relevant clinical knowledge in hospital pharmacy.
• *Knowledge of national initiatives and guidelines, e.g. NICE, NSF.
• *Possesses knowledge of available resources to answer Medicines Information queries.
• *Demonstrates good knowledge of hospital clinical pharmacy and current issues.

Desirable

• *Previous experience in cancer services

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Good presentation skills
• *Team worker
• *Good interpersonal skills
• *Good oral, written communication & presentation skills
• *Good computer skills
• *Demonstrates problem solving skills
• *Demonstrates empathy towards patients and carers
• *Able to work under pressure, prioritise work and meet deadlines
• *Ability to manage budgets and deliver on cost improvement programmes
• *Able to use initiative and work without supervision when necessary
• *Demonstrates teaching/mentoring skills & ability to motivate other staff
• *Able to interact with clinical and managerial staff
• *Demonstrates good critical appraisal skills
• *Able to work with drug budget information]
• *Ability to delegate work effectively to others
• *Analytical Ability -- ability to make decision on meeting business targets, highlighting performance information including complex facts and/or situations which requires analysis and interpretation
• *Ability to persuade, influence, negotiate and motivate. Material may sometimes be contentious
• *Ability to propose changes to practice and lead on service development for specialist area, developing and implementing policy for that area. Propose changes in conjunction with service groups which have wider implications/development of service wide performance policies
• *To work proactively and on own initiative within broad occupational policies
• *Able to work with all grades of staff
• *Capacity to work calmly under pressure
• *Well motivated and reliable
• *Demonstrates commitment for providing high quality pharmaceutical care
• *Flexible to the demands of the post, the needs of the pharmacy service and other staff
• *Participation in 7 day week rota including bank holidays and weekends
• *Ability to travel across all service sites as required by the job 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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications:

Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1,12.
• A19 Course or equivalent.
• ENB 998 or equivalent.
• Educated to Masters Level. LEO course.
• NLS course.
• Non-medical prescribing course

Desirable

• RSCN or RM. ENB 405 or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Able to organise own work load

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Practicing at an advanced level
• Skills in critical analysis and application of research to practice
• Proven competencies in clinical skills
• Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations and take appropriate actions

Communication

Essential

• Evidence of good written and oral communication skills

Personal and people Development

Essential

• Demonstrate evidence of professional development
• Ability to initiate sustain and evaluate change

Specific requirements

Essential

• Flexible approach to shift patterns
• Understanding of quality issues including 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College Hospital

25 Grafton Way

London

WC1E 6DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent (or in exceptional circumstance - able to demonstrate significant level of equivalent experience)
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of NHS targets and other topical NHS issues
• A formal post graduate qualification, ideally in management or equivalent senior level experience

Desirable

• A clear understanding of the components of Clinical Governance and how these contribute to an integrated and quality driven service

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 3 years relevant management experience, preferably within the NHS or similar environment.
• Experience of effective management of budgets & delivery of cost saving
• Experience of leading and supervising teams
• A proven success in business planning and in the development and effective implementation of strategic plans
• A proven record of success in managing operational change while also developing and maintaining high standards of quality
• Experience of service redesign and development
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of multidisciplinary issues and commitment to multidisciplinary working
• A sound understanding of the issues affecting patients with cancer, professional groups working with Cancer and research issues affecting service development

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks within agreed time scales.
• Project management skills
• IT literate: proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheet packages
• Ability to demonstrate Political awareness and sensitivity to the high profile of the Directorate and the Trust
• An ability to demonstrate in-depth Knowledge of current thinking and policy affecting health and public sector

Communication

Essential

• High standard of written and spoken English
• Able to present effectively to a variety of audiences (Staff, Senior/Executive Managers, Clinicians and external stakeholders)
• Excellent communication skills, including negotiation, with the proven ability to liaise effectively within a multidisciplinary team based environment

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development of self and others
• Knowledge of equalities issues and strong commitment to the promotion of equality in employment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

16-18 Westmoreland Street

London

W1G 8PH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• CCAB or equivalent Qualification and current professional registration
• In depth specialist knowledge & expertise of the areas of NHS patient activity definitions, OPCS/ICD and Grouping rules, HRG's, national tariffs, and the associations and dependencies between these areas.
• Knowledge of the health economy e.g. commissioning gained through practical experience.
• Postgraduate management qualification or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience at Senior Financial Management Level in an acute hospital within the NHS or other large complex multi professional organisation
• Significant experience in NHS income management and reporting
• Significant experience of health service finance and procurement systems
• Proven track record of sound financial management
• Knowledge of policy, legislation and strategic issues within the profession and across the NHS
• Experience of quality service and process improvement
• Experience of people management

Communication

Essential

• Advanced persuasion and negotiation skills
• Able to communicate with people at all levels of the organisation

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Ability to plan and manage conflicting priorities for self and department to meet Board & Trust objectives and deadlines
• Ability to manage staffing and HR issues
• Demonstrate strong professional leadership and act as a role model and mentor to other Finance staff
• Manage, motivate and develop direct reports to ensure that they are able to deliver their responsibilities

Values

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Physical skills: requirement for high level of concentration for prolonged periods of time, speed and accuracy

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Patient Registration & Data Accuracy Register patients on EPIC and ARIA, ensuring all information is accurate, consistent, and regularly updated. Verify patient details through questionnaires and direct confirmation to maintain high data quality.Case Notes & Information Management Request, retrieve, track, and file medical casenotes using the Carecast system. Maintain organised departmental filing and ensure secure disposal of confidential information in line with Trust policy. Locate and print patient test results from EPIC when required.Transport, Interpreter & Accommodation Coordination Arrange patient transport, ensuring correct booking details and promptly communicating any changes. Liaise with transport teams and patients to resolve issues and maintain a database of aborted journeys for audit purposes. Book interpreters for clinics, support them on arrival, and sign required documentation. Facilitate accommodation bookings, liaising with hostel and admissions staff and keeping patients informed of access procedures.Clinic & Appointment Administration (Within RT Department) Record all radiotherapy attendances and outcomes on EPIC to ensure accurate activity reporting and income generation. Provide clerking support for outpatient review clinics, including booking appointments, completing attendance forms, and arranging transport or special requirements. Deliver reception support for adhoc clinics as needed.Clinic & Appointment Administration (Outside RT Department) Book outpatient appointments on EPIC following treatment episodes, ensuring correct clinic allocation and noting any interpreter or transport needs. Arrange appointments with external hospitals by phone and ensure patients receive full details, including appointment letters where required

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE and A level standard or equivalent
• Excellent IT skills including good working knowledge of MS packages

Desirable

• Willing to undertake further training

Experience

Essential

• Relevant previous experience of administrative work either within the NHS or in other institutions
• Experience of administration work including emails, scanning and outpatient setting work

Desirable

• Work experience within cancer services including working with cancer waiting times and patient cancer pathways
• Previous experience of hospital based systems or other in-house database systems (although training will be given)

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to speak, read and write English clearly
• To demonstrate skills in the use of: oMicrosoft Word Excel oE-mail / Electronic Diary oInternet/Intranet Access oScanning and document management oProven track record of working under pressure to strict deadlines. oAbility to prioritise effectively

Communication

Essential

• Effective communication skills at all levels both within the Trust and beyond

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Experience of working as a team member
• Ability to help and support the team with training and development as needed
• Experience in supervising or managing self

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

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

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Be able to work various shift patterns (between 8am and 8pm) to cover the service need of the department, including some bank holiday work and weekend work when required
• Work on site 5 day a week in the Radiotherapy Department

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College Hospital

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, with Grade C or above in English and Maths.
• Knowledge of administrative procedures, acquired through training and/or previous experience of working in an administrative environment.
• Awareness of the requirement to maintain confidentiality, and knowledge of the Data Protection Act.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration, Customer Service, Healthcare Support Services or equivalent qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a non-routine environment, with demonstrable evidence of being able to respond to queries and deal with unpredictable situations as they arise (acquired through experience and/or training to Vocational level 3 or equivalent).
• Experience of working in a customer facing environment, with knowledge of a comprehensive range of administrative procedures.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College Hospital

25 Grafton Way

London

WC1E 6DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity to join our Child Death Review (CDR) Team as the Deputy Team Lead, with the post commencing in January 2027. This vacancy arises following the planned retirement of the Deputy Lead.

We are looking for someone who brings dedication, curiosity, and strong leadership to support the team lead to drive highquality, compassionate Child Death Reviews.

The deputy team lead will act in collaboration with Child Death Review (CDR) Team members to fulfil this role across the Integrated Care Boards (ICB’s) of Southend, Essex and Thurrock supporting the lead for the implementation, co-ordination and management of all child death reviews in accordance with Government legislation, Local Safeguarding Children’s Board Policies and SET CDR Procedures.

Please note that this role requires regular travel across Southend, Essex and Thurrock and attendance at the base site. This is not a remote-working position.

Main duties of the job

In the managerial role you will support and deputise for the CDR Team Lead (Health).

• To ensure that multi-agency and strategic partners are engaged at all levels.
• You will be responsible for ensuring that the SET CDR service provides high quality reports and data returns.
• You will quality assure the delivery the dissemination of learning from CDOPs and measuring impact on practice across the partnership collaborating with professionals to inform and change practice.
• You will be highly skilled in providing constructive challenge and support to partner agencies by critically reviewing deaths.
• Ensure organisational compliance (working with the CDR Team Lead and Designated Dr for CDR in the relevant areas) facilitating the on-going development of an appropriately skilled team whilst providing clinical leadership and support.
• Lead in the co-ordination and management of Child Death reviews across the county in line with Government legislation and Local Safeguarding Children Board guidance and to contribute to the joint agency response processes.
• To collaborate with Designated and Named Professionals across SET to ensure that there is a consistent and co-ordinated approach to child death review practice across the health economy.
• Ensure CDR procedures are in place by rota cover so that requests for a joint agency response will be met within 24 hours by the provision of an available Practitioner for 58 hours per week.
• Advanced training provision for all members of the workforce who are affected by the process. To provide expert up to date advice, training and supervision to appropriate professionals working with children on issues relating to child death review practice.
• The post holder will have an understanding of childcare legislation, information sharing, information governance, confidentiality and consent, and be able to give advice to others on these.
• Promote and facilitate good partnership working with all agencies enabling effective outcomes for children and young people; ensure multi-agency engagement across SET, monitoring and negotiating with partners and other stakeholders.
• Ensure that performance data and supporting evidence for reporting frameworks is maintained.
• Advise the ICB’s where changes in policy and practice are indicated to promote safer practice after a full review of all the information available (including evidence-based research) and making recommendations for improvements.

See attached job description for further information.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Managerial Responsibilities

• Provide a visible and authoritative presence within the CDR (Health) team.
• To influence the management of the CDR team and other resources for the benefit of bereaved families.
• Facilitate effective communication both within and outside the Directorate / Trust involving other agencies and disciplines and maintain good inter professional relationships with all staff.
• Identify future strategic day to day needs and demands of the service based on projected workloads, available statistics and the predicted demographic influences considering the resources of staff and facilities.
• Be supportive in the drive to embed strategic changes and in the creation of a culture that that acknowledges professional trends.
• Provide a supportive and lead role in the recruitment and employment of staff within the CDR team
• Ensure that the Trust’s standards and all statutory guidance in relation to the review of childhood deaths are implemented.
• Attendance at forums where child death issues are discussed
• Ensure all data is accurately recorded on relevant IT systems to inform the work of panels, public health and preventative work of all agencies both locally, regionally and nationally.
• Be able to receive and provide clinical and safeguarding supervision.
• Maintain own clinical expertise and identify any education and training needs that arise as the service develops.
• Support practitioners within the team.
• Analyse national and local data, research and evidence in relation to the child death review and disseminate as appropriate.
• To work with commissioners and provider services to offer a responsive and supportive bereavement network across SET.
• To support in the local resolution of incidents, issues or concerns, providing solutions and where necessary formally investigating incidents, complaints, errors or omissions. Implement the Trust’s disciplinary, grievance and suspension policies as required. Always promote good industrial relations.
• To conduct appraisals and sickness monitoring in line with Trust policy

The post holder will be responsible for managing their own workload, prioritising tasks effectively, and ensuring deadlines are met. They will be expected to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to high standards. The role may involve working across multiple sites and requires excellent communication and organisational skills.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife or Registered Nurse
• MSc (or willing to work towards) or demonstrable relevant experience
• Assessor/mentorship course

Desirable

• Advanced Multi-Agency Child Protection Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of delivering Joint Agency Response in a professional
• capacity
• Evidence of working at a senior management level with external
• agencies; ability to work inter professionally and across professional
• boundaries
• Professional portfolio demonstrating evidence of relevant on-going
• professional development
• Demonstrable track record in developing, implementing and monitoring
• strategies, policies & procedures
• Able to demonstrate contribution to changing practice
• Ability to provide leadership for a specialist service with substantial
• experience of working with children and families at a senior level and
• extensive experience of bereavement support to families
• Excellent leadership skills / effective role model and able to demonstrate
• effective clinical leadership ability
• Evidence of working at a senior management level with external
• agencies; ability to work inter professionally and across professional
• boundaries
• Ability to provide expert up to date advice and training to appropriate
• professionals on issues relating to CDR practice.
• Participation and contribution to local / regional / national forums

Desirable

• Experience of delivering clinical / safeguarding supervision

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

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

St Margaret's Hospital

Epping

Essex

CM16 6TN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To manage a designated case load with complex needs using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.

To lead and manage the O.T. teams in Elderly rehabilitation

Maintain records which fulfil legal requirements

To regularly supervise O.T. students on practice placements

To provide leadership for junior staff, through supervision and appraisal

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of O.T. services within Care of the Elderly team.

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust O.T. Service

To work as part of the wider MDT to achieve client centred goals and facilitate timely discharges.

To develop and evaluate OT services within Elderly care and lead on specific projects.

Key Result Areas & Performance:

1 Clinical

1.1 To assess and treat a specific caseload of patients with complex needs, prioritising efficiently to help prevent re-admissions.

1.2 To apply a high level of knowledge and understanding of the particular clinical area.

1.3 To undertake individual initial screens to identify patient need including areas affecting functional ability, followed by agreed assessment plans.

1.4 To design / plan individual patient programmes to implement oneself or to delegate as appropriate.

1.5 To assess and treat the patients personal and domestic daily living functional activity level to maximise independence.

1.6 To select and conduct standardised cognitive and perceptual testing to identify areas affecting functional ability and indicate need for further assessment / treatment.

1.7 To carry out an initial risk assessment where necessary and monitor ongoing risk.

1.8 To assess need and risk factors for hoist and wheelchair provision.

1.9 To carry out home visits with or without the patient to assess environmental risks and functional ability at home.

1.10 To advise on, recommend, make provision for the installation of appropriate aids and adaptations to the patients social and physical environment.

1.11 To monitor and evaluate treatment, including using outcome measures, in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.

1.12 To undertake discharge planning and co-ordination of complex patients.

1.13 To take a lead in the decisions regarding placement after discharge.

1.14 To refer onto appropriate agencies for :- the continuation of treatment, reassessment, monitoring and provision of further adaptations.

1.15 To carry out joint working with others from the Trust and across other agencies.

1.16 To participate in the weekend and bank holiday Occupational Therapy service.

2.1 To communicate effectively with patients and carers, O.T colleagues, multidisciplinary

team members and other agencies.

2.2 To participate ( and take a lead as needed) in the multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences,

with regard to patient care programmes.

2.3 To advise and educate patients and carers regarding aids and equipment in the home and

outside community.

2.4 To participate in staff meetings and other meetings (taking a lead as needed) as

directed by the Lead OT.

2.5 To promote the OT role within the Trust and to other agencies.

3.1 To maintain up to date activity data and activity records in accordance with Professional and

Trust standards.

3.2 To provide reports on home visits.

3.3 To provide specific reports to other agencies as appropriate.

4.1 To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and all other relevant policies

and procedures. These include maintaining confidentiality and respecting the patients dignity,

privacy culture and wishes.

4.2 To provide guidance to junior / support staff on ethical issues.

5.1 To lead and manage the OT team in the specialist area.

5.2 To undertake the supervision and appraisal (IPR / KSF) of junior / support staff as delegated by the Lead OT.

5.3 To provide specialist training on an individual basis.

5.4 To provide advice to junior/support staff and students on a day to day basis as required.

5.5 To deputise for the Lead OT in an absence.

6.1 To participate in the planning and implementing (taking a lead as needed) of the induction, training

and education of students and other staff in this setting.

6.2 To be responsible for the supervision and written assessment of OT students on practice placement

on a regular basis.

6.3 To give presentations / training on specialist topics.

6.4 To organise and implement training programmes in specialist area.

6.5 To participate in the organisation and implementation of the basic grade development programme.

Person Specification

Circumstances

Essential

• oAble to participate in the weekend and bank holiday rota.
• oCar driver
• oAble to work hours prescribed including shift patterns if required (Shifts covering between 8am-8pm)

Experience

Essential

• oAt least three years post registration experience.
• oBroad based Occupational Therapy experience
• oSpecialist experience in the field of Elderly care and Rehab.
• oSpecialist experience in cognitive assessments.
• oKnowledge of wheelchair assessment and provision.
• oExperience of working with patients with an oncology or palliative diagnosis.
• oDemonstrable ability to analyse and evaluate Occupational Therapy treatment
• Clinical experience in a range of healthcare settings.
• oAudit experience.
• oGood knowledge of clinical governance issues.
• oExperience of supervising staff and students and the teaching role.

Desirable

• oEvidence of post graduate study.
• oMember of a special interest group.
• oUse of evidence based practice.
• oClinical experience in a range of healthcare settings.
• oLeadership skills

Knowledge

Essential

• oGood verbal communication skills in the English language.
• oAbility to keep clear precise records which meet legal requirements in the English language.
• oClear concise report writing.
• oComputer literacy.
• oAbility to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
• Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information
• oAble to plan, prioritise and manage a caseload.

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HPC registration

Personal Qualities

Essential

• oFlexible and innovative
• oAble to lead a team.
• oAble to be assertive and act on own initiative.
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oIntegrates well within teams.
• oCalm and reliable.
• oWell organised.
• oGood interpersonal skills with ability to establish good rapport with patients and carers.

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High street

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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