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Head of Therapy (Addiction)
Gordon Moody
North East England
GBP 60,000 - 65,000 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The Head of Therapy is Gordon Moodys senior therapy subject matter expert, providing organisation-wide clinical and professional leadership acros...
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Head of Therapy (Addiction)
Gordon Moody
North East England
GBP 60,000 - 65,000 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The Head of Therapy is Gordon Moodys senior therapy subject matter expert, providing organisation-wide clinical and professional leadership acros...
13 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Health Worker
Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant who has a genuine interested in providing safe and effective care for patients at...
13 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Health Worker
Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant who has a genuine interested in providing safe and effective care for patients at...
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Senior Rotational Pharmacy Assistant
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 31,554 - 33,270 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary 1.1. To support the inpatient dispensary and medical day unit on site with provision of a comprehensive dispensary and distribution service i.e....
13 day(s) ago
Senior Rotational Pharmacy Assistant
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 31,554 - 33,270 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary 1.1. To support the inpatient dispensary and medical day unit on site with provision of a comprehensive dispensary and distribution service i.e....
13 day(s) ago
Radiographer
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary This is a great opportunity for a Band 6 Diagnostic Radiographer.
13 day(s) ago
Radiographer
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary This is a great opportunity for a Band 6 Diagnostic Radiographer.
13 day(s) ago
Healthcare Assistant
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 27,106 - 28,850 per year
Exercise Therapist
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13 day(s) ago
Healthcare Assistant
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 27,106 - 28,850 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary We are looking to recruit experienced Health Care Assistants at Frimley NHS Health Foundation Trust (FHFT) who are currently working in the UK in...
13 day(s) ago
Children's Speech and Language Therapist
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Counsellor
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and HCPC registered Band 5 Children's Speech and Language Therapist to join our innovative Childr...
13 day(s) ago
Children's Speech and Language Therapist
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Counsellor
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and HCPC registered Band 5 Children's Speech and Language Therapist to join our innovative Childr...
13 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you looking for a new challenge? The Adult Therapies & Psychological Services CSU are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for 1 WTE (37....
13 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Are you looking for a new challenge? The Adult Therapies & Psychological Services CSU are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for 1 WTE (37....
13 day(s) ago
Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Counsellor
Job summary If you have an interest in Stroke and would like to support and enable stroke survivors to reach their full potential, both in their own homes an...
13 day(s) ago
Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Counsellor
Job summary If you have an interest in Stroke and would like to support and enable stroke survivors to reach their full potential, both in their own homes an...
13 day(s) ago
Advanced Audiologist / Team Leader Adult Diagnostic Audiology
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Audiologist
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Band 7 Advanced Audiologist / Clinical Scientist to join us at Oxford University Hospitals.
13 day(s) ago
Advanced Audiologist / Team Leader Adult Diagnostic Audiology
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Audiologist
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Band 7 Advanced Audiologist / Clinical Scientist to join us at Oxford University Hospitals.
13 day(s) ago
Rehab Assistant
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Our Community team work in patients' homes, linking closely with the GP practices in Mid Hampshire, covering week days only at present.
13 day(s) ago
Rehab Assistant
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Our Community team work in patients' homes, linking closely with the GP practices in Mid Hampshire, covering week days only at present.
13 day(s) ago
Team Manager: Occupational Therapy Team
London Borough Of Merton
North East England
GBP 59,298 - 63,690 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary PLEASE APPLY VIA THE APPLICATION LINK The London Borough of Merton is seeking an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapy Team Manager to l...
13 day(s) ago
Team Manager: Occupational Therapy Team
London Borough Of Merton
North East England
GBP 59,298 - 63,690 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary PLEASE APPLY VIA THE APPLICATION LINK The London Borough of Merton is seeking an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapy Team Manager to l...
13 day(s) ago
CYP Mental Health Practitioner - Eating Disorder Service CYPMHS
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Promote positive Mental Well-Being as well as Positive Mental Health.
13 day(s) ago
CYP Mental Health Practitioner - Eating Disorder Service CYPMHS
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Promote positive Mental Well-Being as well as Positive Mental Health.
13 day(s) ago
Rotational Occupational Therapist
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an occupational therapist to join the OT service working at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foun...
13 day(s) ago
Rotational Occupational Therapist
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an occupational therapist to join the OT service working at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foun...
13 day(s) ago
Deputy Head of Mental Health
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 91,609 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you a passionate and experienced mental health clinician ready to lead innovation at the frontline of 999 care?
13 day(s) ago
Deputy Head of Mental Health
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 91,609 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you a passionate and experienced mental health clinician ready to lead innovation at the frontline of 999 care?
13 day(s) ago
Clinical Pharmacist - Women's and Neonatal Services
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary **Are you ready to make a difference? ** If youwant to be a part of a team that continually strives to deliver outstanding clinical care to women...
13 day(s) ago
Clinical Pharmacist - Women's and Neonatal Services
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary **Are you ready to make a difference? ** If youwant to be a part of a team that continually strives to deliver outstanding clinical care to women...
13 day(s) ago
CYP Education Mental Health Practitioner EMHP/CYPWP
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the Cheshire Mental Health Support Team's (MHST) based in East Cheshire.
13 day(s) ago
CYP Education Mental Health Practitioner EMHP/CYPWP
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the Cheshire Mental Health Support Team's (MHST) based in East Cheshire.
13 day(s) ago
Domestic Linen Assistant ( WCH )
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Domestic Linen Assistant Band 2 West Cumberland - 25hr post - available Monday to Friday 7am-12pm An Exciting opportunity has arisen to work with...
13 day(s) ago
Domestic Linen Assistant ( WCH )
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Domestic Linen Assistant Band 2 West Cumberland - 25hr post - available Monday to Friday 7am-12pm An Exciting opportunity has arisen to work with...
13 day(s) ago
Rotational Clinical Pharmacist
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Band 6 Rotational Clinical Pharmacist The Royal Berkshire Hospital Pharmacy department is a friendly team, committed to mentoring and supporting...
13 day(s) ago
Rotational Clinical Pharmacist
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Band 6 Rotational Clinical Pharmacist The Royal Berkshire Hospital Pharmacy department is a friendly team, committed to mentoring and supporting...
13 day(s) ago
Specialist Dietitian Tier 3 Weight Management
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Dietician
Job summary Specialist Dietitian Tier 3 Weight Management An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Dietitian to work within the specialist Tier 3 Weig...
13 day(s) ago
Specialist Dietitian Tier 3 Weight Management
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Dietician
Job summary Specialist Dietitian Tier 3 Weight Management An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Dietitian to work within the specialist Tier 3 Weig...
13 day(s) ago
Discharge Navigator
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Health Worker
Job summary Community Hospital Discharge Navigator, Full time - fixed term, Maternity cover Work within the environment to support the multi-disciplinary tea...
13 day(s) ago
Discharge Navigator
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Health Worker
Job summary Community Hospital Discharge Navigator, Full time - fixed term, Maternity cover Work within the environment to support the multi-disciplinary tea...
13 day(s) ago
Medical Lab Assistant (Higher)
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Band 3 Medical Lab Assistant (Higher) Microbiology - Please read Job Description Band 3 applicants will be considered if they meet the Essential...
13 day(s) ago
Medical Lab Assistant (Higher)
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Band 3 Medical Lab Assistant (Higher) Microbiology - Please read Job Description Band 3 applicants will be considered if they meet the Essential...
13 day(s) ago
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist: Acute, Surgery and Trauma
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 58,133 - 65,261 per year
Counsellor
Job summary Are you passionate about providing high-quality Speech and Language Therapy services to adults in a fast-paced hospital environment?
13 day(s) ago
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist: Acute, Surgery and Trauma
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 58,133 - 65,261 per year
Counsellor
Job summary Are you passionate about providing high-quality Speech and Language Therapy services to adults in a fast-paced hospital environment?
13 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical Pharmacist Prescriber INTs
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Interested in an exciting clinical leadership role working to further develop the Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT) model of care for Long Term...
13 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical Pharmacist Prescriber INTs
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Interested in an exciting clinical leadership role working to further develop the Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT) model of care for Long Term...
13 day(s) ago
Facilities Assistant (Periodic - North)
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Previous applicants need not apply We are looking to recruit a Facilities Assistant (Periodic) person to work on the Bury & Oldham Community sites.
13 day(s) ago
Facilities Assistant (Periodic - North)
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Previous applicants need not apply We are looking to recruit a Facilities Assistant (Periodic) person to work on the Bury & Oldham Community sites.
13 day(s) ago
Children's Occupational Therapist B5
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Permanent contract Are you a motivated and enthusiastic team player? If this is you then we would love to hear from you! We a...
13 day(s) ago
Children's Occupational Therapist B5
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Permanent contract Are you a motivated and enthusiastic team player? If this is you then we would love to hear from you! We a...
13 day(s) ago
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425706
Job summary
The Head of Therapy is Gordon Moodys senior therapy subject matter expert, providing organisation-wide clinical and professional leadership across our therapeutic services.
This is a senior leadership position combining clinical governance, people leadership, service development and strategic oversight, while maintaining some direct involvement in complex clinical work.
You will lead and develop our therapy workforce, ensure consistently high standards of clinical practice, oversee safeguarding and clinical risk, and help shape the future direction of Gordon Moodys treatment programmes.
You will work closely with the Clinical Director and wider Senior Leadership Team, translating organisational strategy into high-quality, safe and effective treatment.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Provide organisation-wide clinical leadership for therapeutic practice, ensuring high standards of governance, safeguarding, risk management, quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Act as Gordon Moodys Designated Safeguarding Lead, oversee complex cases and support clinical audits, peer reviews, policy development and regulatory preparation.
Lead the delivery and development of therapeutic services, translating strategy into effective clinical practice. Provide expert advice to senior leaders, deputise for the Clinical Director when required, and monitor service activity, outcomes and clinical quality.
Maintain a small caseload focused on complex or high-risk cases.
Line manage and supervise Gambling Therapists, support clinical decision-making, deliver training, and contribute to recruitment, induction, workforce planning and professional development.
You will be an experienced, accredited therapeutic professional with a degree in Counselling, Psychology or a related discipline, a recognised Clinical Supervision qualification, and at least three years experience in addiction or a comparable mental health setting.
You will be a visible, compassionate and credible leader who is trauma-informed, inclusive, evidence-led, collaborative and committed to continuous improvement.
About us
At Gordon Moody, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to rebuild their life free from gambling harm.
For more than 50 years, we have been at the forefront of gambling addiction treatment in the UK, providing specialist, life-changing support to people whose lives have been profoundly affected by gambling. Our work combines expert clinical care, evidence-based treatment and compassionate, person-centred support to help individuals achieve meaningful and lasting recovery.
We are best known for our specialist residential treatment programmes, but our support goes far beyond a place to stay. We take a holistic approach to recovery, recognising the emotional, psychological, practical and social challenges that can accompany gambling addiction. Every person is treated as an individual, with care tailored to their circumstances, experiences and goals.
What makes Gordon Moody special is our people. Our dedicated teams bring together professional expertise, compassion and a genuine belief in the possibility of change. We create safe, respectful and discreet environments where people can feel understood, supported and empowered to move forward.
Recovery is rarely a simple journey, but with the right support, lives can be transformed. At Gordon Moody, we are proud to give people the specialist care, dignity, confidence and hope they need to build a healthier future.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£60,000 to £65,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0663-26-0025
Job locations
Gordon Moody
Redditch
Redditch
West Midlands
B97 6HP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Head of Therapy
Reporting to: Clinical Director
Direct reports: Gambling Therapists and other clinical staff as allocated
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Redditch, with organisation-wide responsibility and travel to services as required
About Gordon Moody
At Gordon Moody, we believe in second chances and helping people build lives free from gambling-related harm. For more than 50 years, we have provided specialist treatment and support to people whose lives have been significantly affected by gambling.
Our services combine clinical expertise, evidence-based treatment and compassionate, person-centred care. We help people achieve meaningful and lasting recovery in a safe, respectful and non-judgemental environment.
We are looking for an experienced Head of Therapy to provide organisation-wide leadership for therapeutic practice and help shape the continued development of our clinical services.
The role
The Head of Therapy is a senior clinical leadership role responsible for the quality, safety and effectiveness of therapeutic practice across Gordon Moodys residential and remote services.
As our senior therapy subject matter expert, you will provide professional leadership to therapists and wider clinical teams, ensuring treatment remains evidence-based, person-centred, trauma-informed and responsive to people experiencing gambling-related harms and associated mental health difficulties.
Working closely with the Clinical Director and Senior Leadership Team, you will translate strategy into high-quality clinical delivery, combining strategic leadership with clinical credibility.
You will also maintain a small clinical caseload where appropriate, particularly involving complex or high-risk presentations.
Key responsibilities
Clinical leadership and practice
Provide specialist expertise in the assessment, formulation and treatment of gambling-related harms, behavioural addictions and co-occurring mental health difficulties.
Lead or advise on complex and high-risk cases, ensuring appropriate treatment planning, review and escalation.
Deliver and oversee evidence-based individual and group interventions, including CBT, motivational approaches and appropriate integrative therapies.
Maintain a limited caseload and model excellent therapeutic practice, trauma-informed care and recovery-focused working. Ensure continuity of care across assessment, treatment, transfer, discharge and aftercare.
Clinical governance, safeguarding and risk
As Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will provide organisation-wide oversight of safeguarding, suicidality, crisis escalation and clinical risk.
Lead therapy-related clinical governance, including audit, policy review, peer review, supervision frameworks and quality improvement.
Ensure safeguarding and clinical risk concerns are identified, documented, escalated and reviewed appropriately.
Maintain compliance with safeguarding legislation, professional standards, regulatory requirements, commissioner expectations and Gordon Moody policies.
Monitor clinical quality indicators, treatment outcomes and service performance and use findings to drive improvement.
Support inspections, audits, commissioner reviews and external assurance activity.
People leadership and development
Line manage Gambling Therapists and other allocated clinical staff, including objectives, one-to-ones, appraisal, wellbeing, capability and performance.
Provide expert clinical supervision and ensure clinicians receive supervision appropriate to their role, registration, competence and caseload complexity.
Lead reflective practice and support clinicians with complex formulation, therapeutic decision-making, professional boundaries and risk.
Develop and deliver training for clinical and wider teams. Promote staff engagement, inclusion, psychological safety and a compassionate, accountable culture. Support recruitment, induction, workforce planning, retention and succession planning.
Service delivery and operational leadership
Lead therapeutic services so access, assessment and treatment are timely, safe and effective.
Work with service leads to maintain appropriate staffing, caseload oversight and consistent clinical practice.
Ensure therapists follow agreed processes for assessment, care planning, record keeping, clinical meetings, handovers and outcome monitoring.
Oversee delivery against service standards, programme requirements and commissioner expectations. Support effective referral, transfer, discharge and onward-care arrangements.
Deputise for the Clinical Director when required.
Strategy, service development and partnerships
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide expert advice on therapy, clinical risk, workforce and service development.
Work with the Clinical Director and senior colleagues to design, review and diversify treatment programmes.
Ensure service development is informed by evidence, service-user need, outcomes and relevant policy. Support alignment with national gambling harms treatment frameworks and wider mental health priorities.
Represent Gordon Moody in clinical networks, commissioner discussions, partnership meetings and external forums.
Act as a subject matter expert in gambling harms, addiction treatment and therapeutic practice.
Contribute to strategic planning, business development and organisational change.
Outcomes, evaluation and learning
Report on programme activity, completion, outcomes, quality and effectiveness to senior leaders, commissioners and stakeholders.
Lead or contribute to programme evaluation, clinical audit, policy development and service-related research.
Use clinical data, service-user feedback, audit findings and research evidence to identify improvement priorities.
Maintain current knowledge of gambling treatment, addiction, mental health and therapeutic innovation and translate learning into practice.
Facilitate in-house clinical training.
About you
We are looking for an experienced therapeutic professional who combines strong clinical credibility with confident, compassionate leadership. You will be comfortable working strategically while remaining connected to frontline practice, with sound professional judgement and a strong understanding of safeguarding, clinical risk and complex presentations.
You will be able to build trust, influence others, challenge constructively and create an environment in which clinicians can learn, develop and deliver excellent care.
Essential qualifications and experience
A recognised postgraduate or doctoral therapeutic or mental health professional qualification, such as CBT, counselling, clinical or counselling psychology, or mental health nursing.
Current accreditation or registration with BABCP, BACP, HCPC, UKCP or another relevant recognised professional body.
A recognised clinical supervision qualification and evidence of current continuing professional development.
Significant post-qualification experience, including at least three years within addiction and/or mental health services.
Experience of complex and high-risk presentations, including safeguarding concerns, suicidality and co-occurring mental health difficulties.
Ability to integrate other appropriate therapeutic approaches.
Proven experience of line managing qualified therapists or other registered clinicians.
Experience of leading clinical teams and contributing at senior leadership level.
Strong experience of clinical governance, audit, quality assurance and improvement.
Detailed knowledge of safeguarding, clinical risk assessment, crisis escalation and relevant legal and regulatory responsibilities.
Experience of monitoring outcomes and performance information and using findings to improve services.
Excellent communication, influencing, analytical and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work effectively with service users, staff, commissioners, NHS services, regulators and external partners.
Competence in electronic clinical or patient record systems. Safeguarding Level 3.
Desirable experience
Experience within gambling harms services and/or other behavioural addictions.
Experience across residential and remote or community treatment settings.
A leadership, management, quality improvement, research or service evaluation
Job description
Job responsibilities
Head of Therapy
Reporting to: Clinical Director
Direct reports: Gambling Therapists and other clinical staff as allocated
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Redditch, with organisation-wide responsibility and travel to services as required
About Gordon Moody
At Gordon Moody, we believe in second chances and helping people build lives free from gambling-related harm. For more than 50 years, we have provided specialist treatment and support to people whose lives have been significantly affected by gambling.
Our services combine clinical expertise, evidence-based treatment and compassionate, person-centred care. We help people achieve meaningful and lasting recovery in a safe, respectful and non-judgemental environment.
We are looking for an experienced Head of Therapy to provide organisation-wide leadership for therapeutic practice and help shape the continued development of our clinical services.
The role
The Head of Therapy is a senior clinical leadership role responsible for the quality, safety and effectiveness of therapeutic practice across Gordon Moodys residential and remote services.
As our senior therapy subject matter expert, you will provide professional leadership to therapists and wider clinical teams, ensuring treatment remains evidence-based, person-centred, trauma-informed and responsive to people experiencing gambling-related harms and associated mental health difficulties.
Working closely with the Clinical Director and Senior Leadership Team, you will translate strategy into high-quality clinical delivery, combining strategic leadership with clinical credibility.
You will also maintain a small clinical caseload where appropriate, particularly involving complex or high-risk presentations.
Key responsibilities
Clinical leadership and practice
Provide specialist expertise in the assessment, formulation and treatment of gambling-related harms, behavioural addictions and co-occurring mental health difficulties.
Lead or advise on complex and high-risk cases, ensuring appropriate treatment planning, review and escalation.
Deliver and oversee evidence-based individual and group interventions, including CBT, motivational approaches and appropriate integrative therapies.
Maintain a limited caseload and model excellent therapeutic practice, trauma-informed care and recovery-focused working. Ensure continuity of care across assessment, treatment, transfer, discharge and aftercare.
Clinical governance, safeguarding and risk
As Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will provide organisation-wide oversight of safeguarding, suicidality, crisis escalation and clinical risk.
Lead therapy-related clinical governance, including audit, policy review, peer review, supervision frameworks and quality improvement.
Ensure safeguarding and clinical risk concerns are identified, documented, escalated and reviewed appropriately.
Maintain compliance with safeguarding legislation, professional standards, regulatory requirements, commissioner expectations and Gordon Moody policies.
Monitor clinical quality indicators, treatment outcomes and service performance and use findings to drive improvement.
Support inspections, audits, commissioner reviews and external assurance activity.
People leadership and development
Line manage Gambling Therapists and other allocated clinical staff, including objectives, one-to-ones, appraisal, wellbeing, capability and performance.
Provide expert clinical supervision and ensure clinicians receive supervision appropriate to their role, registration, competence and caseload complexity.
Lead reflective practice and support clinicians with complex formulation, therapeutic decision-making, professional boundaries and risk.
Develop and deliver training for clinical and wider teams. Promote staff engagement, inclusion, psychological safety and a compassionate, accountable culture. Support recruitment, induction, workforce planning, retention and succession planning.
Service delivery and operational leadership
Lead therapeutic services so access, assessment and treatment are timely, safe and effective.
Work with service leads to maintain appropriate staffing, caseload oversight and consistent clinical practice.
Ensure therapists follow agreed processes for assessment, care planning, record keeping, clinical meetings, handovers and outcome monitoring.
Oversee delivery against service standards, programme requirements and commissioner expectations. Support effective referral, transfer, discharge and onward-care arrangements.
Deputise for the Clinical Director when required.
Strategy, service development and partnerships
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide expert advice on therapy, clinical risk, workforce and service development.
Work with the Clinical Director and senior colleagues to design, review and diversify treatment programmes.
Ensure service development is informed by evidence, service-user need, outcomes and relevant policy. Support alignment with national gambling harms treatment frameworks and wider mental health priorities.
Represent Gordon Moody in clinical networks, commissioner discussions, partnership meetings and external forums.
Act as a subject matter expert in gambling harms, addiction treatment and therapeutic practice.
Contribute to strategic planning, business development and organisational change.
Outcomes, evaluation and learning
Report on programme activity, completion, outcomes, quality and effectiveness to senior leaders, commissioners and stakeholders.
Lead or contribute to programme evaluation, clinical audit, policy development and service-related research.
Use clinical data, service-user feedback, audit findings and research evidence to identify improvement priorities.
Maintain current knowledge of gambling treatment, addiction, mental health and therapeutic innovation and translate learning into practice.
Facilitate in-house clinical training.
About you
We are looking for an experienced therapeutic professional who combines strong clinical credibility with confident, compassionate leadership. You will be comfortable working strategically while remaining connected to frontline practice, with sound professional judgement and a strong understanding of safeguarding, clinical risk and complex presentations.
You will be able to build trust, influence others, challenge constructively and create an environment in which clinicians can learn, develop and deliver excellent care.
Essential qualifications and experience
A recognised postgraduate or doctoral therapeutic or mental health professional qualification, such as CBT, counselling, clinical or counselling psychology, or mental health nursing.
Current accreditation or registration with BABCP, BACP, HCPC, UKCP or another relevant recognised professional body.
A recognised clinical supervision qualification and evidence of current continuing professional development.
Significant post-qualification experience, including at least three years within addiction and/or mental health services.
Experience of complex and high-risk presentations, including safeguarding concerns, suicidality and co-occurring mental health difficulties.
Ability to integrate other appropriate therapeutic approaches.
Proven experience of line managing qualified therapists or other registered clinicians.
Experience of leading clinical teams and contributing at senior leadership level.
Strong experience of clinical governance, audit, quality assurance and improvement.
Detailed knowledge of safeguarding, clinical risk assessment, crisis escalation and relevant legal and regulatory responsibilities.
Experience of monitoring outcomes and performance information and using findings to improve services.
Excellent communication, influencing, analytical and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work effectively with service users, staff, commissioners, NHS services, regulators and external partners.
Competence in electronic clinical or patient record systems. Safeguarding Level 3.
Desirable experience
Experience within gambling harms services and/or other behavioural addictions.
Experience across residential and remote or community treatment settings.
A leadership, management, quality improvement, research or service evaluation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A recognised therapeutic or mental health post-graduate / Doctoral professional qualification such as CBT, counselling, clinical or counselling psychology, or mental health nursing.
- Current accreditation or with BABCP, BACP, HCPC, UKCP or another relevant recognised professional body.
- A recognised clinical supervision qualification.
- Evidence of advanced and current continuing professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A recognised therapeutic or mental health post-graduate / Doctoral professional qualification such as CBT, counselling, clinical or counselling psychology, or mental health nursing.
- Current accreditation or with BABCP, BACP, HCPC, UKCP or another relevant recognised professional body.
- A recognised clinical supervision qualification.
- Evidence of advanced and current continuing professional development.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Gordon Moody
Address
Gordon Moody
Redditch
Redditch
West Midlands
B97 6HP
United Kingdom
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Employer details
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Gordon Moody
Address
Gordon Moody
Redditch
Redditch
West Midlands
B97 6HP
United Kingdom
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Health Care Assistant
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH) View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425702
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant who has a genuine interested in providing safe and effective care for patients at home. The successful candidate must have demonstratable experience, a wide range of clinical skills and will be confident to work without direct supervision. Community nursing is evolving at a fast pace, and you must be able to engage positively with service improvements and change.
If you are looking for flexibility with your working hours to support your work life balance, all flexible working requests will be considered in line with the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
The role requires the staff member to work as part of a Community Nursing Service to deliver high-quality care to patients in their own homes in accordance with individual care plans. Provide personal and palliative care, ensuring patients are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion while supporting their comfort and wellbeing. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and autonomously within the community setting, effectively manage responsibilities while maintaining a high standard of care. Support the Community Nursing Team by managing the ordering and organisation of clinical supplies and stationery to ensure services operated smoothly. Consistently follow Trust policies, procedures, and professional standards in all aspects of work while maintaining strict adherence to health and safety regulations, infection prevention, and control guidelines. Ensure patient confidentiality is always maintained and information is handled sensitively and responsibly in line with legal, ethical, and organisational requirements. Contribute to a safe, supportive, and professional care environment for patients receiving community-based nursing services.
About us
Flexible working will be considered for all roles.
Unfortunately, we do not hold a sponsor licence for working Visas.
At Bridgewater, our PEOPLE values shape how we deliver our NHS services in your local community.
They help us deliver our mission to improve local health and promote wellbeing in the communities we serve.
After all, values are about people and they were created in partnership with our staff to reflect what they felt was important to them
Here at Bridgewater our shared values flow through the organisation.
P- Person-centred-We are passionate about individual needs and promote independence in the healthcare we provide..
E- Empowered- We empower our people and encourage new ideas to deliver and create improvements in community care.
O- Open and Honest -We behave in a way that develops relationships based on trust, openness, honesty and respect.
P- Professional-We support our people, so everyone has the right skills and training to deliver outstanding patient care.
L- Locally Lead -We are always learning about our communities and show great pride in being a local provider of health and care.
E- Efficient -We use our resources wisely to provide sustainable and value for money healthcare for our patients.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9835-WA25-179e
Job locations
West District Nursing Service
Bath Street Health & Wellbeing Centre, Legh Street
Warrington
WA1 1UG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose:
To assist the Community Nursing Team in the provision of nursing care and support to patients and families in the community setting.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To work as part of an integrated Community Nursing Service in providing specific care to a patient in the community setting as written in the care plan.
To provide personal care and support to palliative patients in their own homes.
To work alone and unsupervised and the ability to work autonomously.
To be responsible for the ordering of clinical supplies and stationery for the Community Nursing Team.
To work in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.
To maintain high standards of personal hygiene adhering to Health and Safety Guidelines and Infection Control Guidelines within the trust.
To respect confidential information during the course of your work and refrain from discussing such information without the consent of the patient/client or a person entitled to act on his/her behalf, except where disclosure is required by law or by the Order of a Court or is necessary in the public interest.
Clinical
To monitor skin integrity of patients at risk of pressure ulcers formation and provide basic preventative information.
To provide full personal care to patients in the terminal phase of life.
To provide health screening for household patients e.g. Monitoring of blood glucose levels, phlebotomy, blood pressure recording and urine testing.
To provide clinical intervention for care of patients as directed by Registered Nurses, following training and assessment of competencies e.g. administration of insulin, basic wound care and bladder irrigation.
To check equipment on a regular basis and ensure it is safe to use.
To attend mandatory training in accordance with the Trust Policy.
To identify areas for development within a Personal Development Plan in collaboration with District Nurse coordinator/District Nursing Sister.
To report any Health and Safety or Infection Control issues.
To assist in clinical practice as expected up to NVQ Level III or equivalent.
Please see attached full Job Description with Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose:
To assist the Community Nursing Team in the provision of nursing care and support to patients and families in the community setting.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To work as part of an integrated Community Nursing Service in providing specific care to a patient in the community setting as written in the care plan.
To provide personal care and support to palliative patients in their own homes.
To work alone and unsupervised and the ability to work autonomously.
To be responsible for the ordering of clinical supplies and stationery for the Community Nursing Team.
To work in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.
To maintain high standards of personal hygiene adhering to Health and Safety Guidelines and Infection Control Guidelines within the trust.
To respect confidential information during the course of your work and refrain from discussing such information without the consent of the patient/client or a person entitled to act on his/her behalf, except where disclosure is required by law or by the Order of a Court or is necessary in the public interest.
Clinical
To monitor skin integrity of patients at risk of pressure ulcers formation and provide basic preventative information.
To provide full personal care to patients in the terminal phase of life.
To provide health screening for household patients e.g. Monitoring of blood glucose levels, phlebotomy, blood pressure recording and urine testing.
To provide clinical intervention for care of patients as directed by Registered Nurses, following training and assessment of competencies e.g. administration of insulin, basic wound care and bladder irrigation.
To check equipment on a regular basis and ensure it is safe to use.
To attend mandatory training in accordance with the Trust Policy.
To identify areas for development within a Personal Development Plan in collaboration with District Nurse coordinator/District Nursing Sister.
To report any Health and Safety or Infection Control issues.
To assist in clinical practice as expected up to NVQ Level III or equivalent.
Please see attached full Job Description with Person Specification.
Person Specification
Relationships
Essential
- If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCE/GCSEs Grade A*- C/level 9- 4 in Maths and English or Equivalent or Willingness to undertake Level 2 Functional Skills Qualifications in Maths and English
- NVQ Level III in Healthcare/equivalent qualification
Desirable
- Care certificate
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written
- Wound care and pressure ulcer knowledge/experience
- Ability to provide personal care to patients in the terminal phase of life
- Ability to undertake clinical intervention for care of patients as directed by Registered Nurses
- Ability to work well within a team
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
Desirable
- IT skills
- Use of SystmOne/EMIS
Job Specific Requirements
Essential
- The ability to travel independently across the Trust
- The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Community healthcare experience
Right to Work
Essential
- Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
- If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
- Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.
Person Specification
Relationships
Essential
- If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCE/GCSEs Grade A*- C/level 9- 4 in Maths and English or Equivalent or Willingness to undertake Level 2 Functional Skills Qualifications in Maths and English
- NVQ Level III in Healthcare/equivalent qualification
Desirable
- Care certificate
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written
- Wound care and pressure ulcer knowledge/experience
- Ability to provide personal care to patients in the terminal phase of life
- Ability to undertake clinical intervention for care of patients as directed by Registered Nurses
- Ability to work well within a team
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
Desirable
- IT skills
- Use of SystmOne/EMIS
Job Specific Requirements
Essential
- The ability to travel independently across the Trust
- The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Community healthcare experience
Right to Work
Essential
- Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
- If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
- Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)
Address
West District Nursing Service
Bath Street Health & Wellbeing Centre, Legh Street
Warrington
WA1 1UG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)
Address
West District Nursing Service
Bath Street Health & Wellbeing Centre, Legh Street
Warrington
WA1 1UG
United Kingdom
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Senior Rotational Pharmacy Assistant
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425695
Job summary
1.1. To support the inpatient dispensary and medical day unit on site with provision of a comprehensive dispensary and distribution service i.e. dispensing, ordering and distribution of stock medicines and assist with other duties when required.1.2. Take an active role in accurately dispensing medicines to provide an efficient and timely service and to participate with any other related duties other areas of pharmacy.1.3. Assist the pharmacy team (under the supervision of a registered pharmacy professional) in providing a high -quality service to patients, customers, and pharmacy staff.1.4. To provide a pharmacy service to the Day Units, Chelsea
Main duties of the job
2.1 To interpret and accurately dispense prescriptions and ward pharmacy requisitions' ensuring the work is carried out accurately, safely, and efficiently following current standard operating procedures of the department.2.2 To accurately supply and dispense controlled drugs (on request from clinical areas and for discharge prescriptions) when required, in accordance with departmental procedures and relating legislation regarding record keeping, storage and transportation of controlled drugs.2.3 To attend to the dispensary hatch as required dealing with patients and members of staff and taking in prescriptions, requisitions, deliveries etc. and processing as per local procedures.
2.4 To ensure the telephone is answered promptly and politely where appropriately throughout the working day:o Deal with query / information and respond promptly.o Relay completed and accurate information.o Recognise self -limitations and refer to an appropriate person.2.5 To ensure medication requiring delivery is sent to individual patient home using a suitable methode.g. courier when required, considering safe transportation of medication, storage requirements and surgery.2.6 To ensure that adequate supply of medicines emergency boxes and kits are available in the dispensary and accurate records are maintained daily.2.7 To issue replacement and recall of used or expired medicines emergency boxes from and to clinical areas and to maintain accurate records.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£31,554 to £33,270 a year Pro rata per annum including inner London HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
282-SB1925
Job locations
The Royal Marsden - Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
General2.21 To participate in the induction and training of staff in areas of responsibility.2.22 To undertake any other duties as may be required within the nature and grade of the post.2.23 To participate in educational programme offered to staff, as required. 2.24 To attend the induction programme, maintain up to date mandatory training, and attend teaching specific to the pharmacy department.2.25 To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Deputy Pharmacy Technicians, Stores Manager, Senior Pharmacy Technicians or Senior Pharmacists.2.26 Required to participate in 7 days service which includes working weekends, late shifts and bank holidays.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General2.21 To participate in the induction and training of staff in areas of responsibility.2.22 To undertake any other duties as may be required within the nature and grade of the post.2.23 To participate in educational programme offered to staff, as required. 2.24 To attend the induction programme, maintain up to date mandatory training, and attend teaching specific to the pharmacy department.2.25 To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Deputy Pharmacy Technicians, Stores Manager, Senior Pharmacy Technicians or Senior Pharmacists.2.26 Required to participate in 7 days service which includes working weekends, late shifts and bank holidays.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE level (Grade A-C in English and Maths) or Numeracy and Literacy functional skills level 2 (or equivalent)
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Essential Application form relevant GPhC accredited Training Programme equivalent to Level 2.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a Pharmacy environment.
- Experience of preparing & dispensing prescriptions.
- Experience of ordering and stock management
- Working with and liaising with other healthcare professionals.
Desirable
- Previous work experience in hospital pharmacy
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to organise workload and work as part of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
- Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Computer literate
- Be physical fit to be able to undertake lifting to put stock away and for carrying orders to wards / departments.
- Able to work 7 days a week on site as part of pharmacy services
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE level (Grade A-C in English and Maths) or Numeracy and Literacy functional skills level 2 (or equivalent)
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Essential Application form relevant GPhC accredited Training Programme equivalent to Level 2.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a Pharmacy environment.
- Experience of preparing & dispensing prescriptions.
- Experience of ordering and stock management
- Working with and liaising with other healthcare professionals.
Desirable
- Previous work experience in hospital pharmacy
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to organise workload and work as part of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
- Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Computer literate
- Be physical fit to be able to undertake lifting to put stock away and for carrying orders to wards / departments.
- Able to work 7 days a week on site as part of pharmacy services
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Marsden - Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Marsden - Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)
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Radiographer
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425691
Job summary
This is a great opportunity for a Band 6 Diagnostic Radiographer.
We would like to invite you to join our friendly, dynamic team at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We host diagnostic services in four sites offering clinical services across a diverse range of specialities. The role is 37.5 hours per week and involves working across 7 days including nights and on call at Wrightington.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as a Band 6 General Radiographer. New team members will be supported with a structured induction, and support from all members of the Radiology team. New team members are supported and encouraged to develop their radiography and patient care skills.
Successful candidates will be able to gain a wide range of experience. This will include trauma imaging, general and specialist orthopaedic imaging, theatre and mobile imaging, paediatrics, fluoroscopy, and dental radiography. We are committed to providing increased opportunities to gain more experience in specialised areas and are introducing rotation into both DEXA and Nuclear Medicine. We have a fantastic reporting radiographer team, as well as advanced clinical practitioners performing GI fluoroscopy procedures.
This position carries a commitment to flexible working hours and will include on-call at Wrightington across a 7-day working week.
Evidence of qualifications will be requested
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
Wrightington Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence delivers world renowned innovations in orthopaedic care from some of the UK's leading Consultants, many whom have an international reputation for surgical excellence.
At the Thomas Linacre Outpatient centre we image a variety of GP and patients from the outpatient clinics.
Leigh Infirmary has been chosen as the location of our new state of the art Community Diagnostic Centre. The existing General Radiography rooms are to be replaced with high specification Digital Radiography equipment to image patients referred from Primary Care, patients from the Walk in Centre and outpatient clinics.
The Royal Albert Edward Infirmary provides a base for emergency and acute work. The department hosts an interventional suite which offers the opportunity of rotation as well as general fluoroscopic techniques that are delivered in two recently upgraded fluoroscopy rooms. The team undertake a range of procedures. The department includes 5 plain film imaging rooms. It is a busy department offering a range of experience. The Wigan site manages patients from a wide range of clinical specialities including Surgery, Medicine, Critical Care and Paediatrics. The site is a designated Trauma Unit which supports the Greater Manchester Trauma Network. The service has a dedicated Paediatric Emergency Care Unit with a large Maternity Unit and Paediatric ward. Staff may attend these areas to perform mobile imaging, including neonatal imaging.
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is proud to provide high-quality acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, our staff are central to everything we do -- we believe that happy staff make for happy patients, and this ethos underpins our culture and our success.
We have a strong, recognised track record in staff engagement and in living our values:
- People at the Heart
- Listen and Involve
- Kind and Respectful
- ONE Team
We are committed to placing patients at the heart of every decision and delivering safe, effective care that protects dignity and enhances experience. We seek to recruit people who share our values, our passion for high-quality care, and our belief in working together as One Team.
At WWL, we recognise the strength that comes from a rich and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
302-26-8298090S-SHS
Job locations
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NN
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Have high visual skills for imaging interpretation
To perform radiography as required in keeping with Departmental protocols.
To set high standards of radiography as determined by Standard Procedures and Directorate Policies
To be responsible for the correct care of patients attending for diagnostic imaging.
It is an essential requirement to participate in out of hours on-call service.
To act in a responsible way in matters of radiation protection for staff and patients. To seek help from Radiation Protection Supervisor when required. To follow the local rules at all times. To fully observe the Ionising Radiation (medical Exposure) Regulation 2017
To report all equipment faults.
To ensure high standards of image quality.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
To be responsible for ensuring that the correct staff to patient ratio is maintained within existing resources at any given time across all four sites when operating as the senior in charge
To liaise with other lead radiographers across one or all four sites to maintain adequate and safe staffing levels on a daily basis
To be flexible to changes in service demands, undertaking from a range of possibilities, any combination of the following duties: -
Rotation into other imaging modalities
RED DOT image interpretation
Quality Assurance
Student Training / Assessing
Exercise judgement based on knowledge and experience in order to assess and interpret patient condition and amend technique/protocol from a range of alternatives.
To ensure Picture Archive Communication Systems (PACS) images are in keeping with standards required in department protocols.
To assess a radiological referral is relevant in keeping from Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations (IRMER) 2017
Have a high level of dexterity, correlation and sensory skills and a high level of co-ordination in order to do complex physical skills to manipulate patients safely for positioning and equipment with precision on a daily basis.
To be able to demonstrate a high degree of physical co-ordination in order to be able to use keyboard skills to manipulate images and for data entry.
Have high visual skills for imaging interpretation.
To raise and highlight any issues/problems within the Department to the appropriate person.
To plan and prioritise own workload, taking into account clinical and service needs across all modalities and all sites
To maintain quality control procedures.
To co-ordinate department demands for portering services.
To participate in an effective patient appointment system.
To provide cover for colleagues as directed by the line manager.
To become familiar with the location of departmental resources.
To co-ordinate efficient running of the Radiology Department.
To know protocols/procedures should a breakdown or a fault occur related to the Department.
Must demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills in order to exchange information with patients who may have a variety of barriers to understand, often in distressing or emotive circumstances.
To assist and offer advice to clinicians, wards and departments on the practical application for IRMER 2017 x-rays and IRR2017
To assist and offer advice to clinicians, wards and departments on the administration of the PACS system.
To maintain a professional demeanour, attitude and outlook at all times with all colleagues within the Trust.
To deal with potentially malicious conversations liable to undermine the service or an individual.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Have high visual skills for imaging interpretation
To perform radiography as required in keeping with Departmental protocols.
To set high standards of radiography as determined by Standard Procedures and Directorate Policies
To be responsible for the correct care of patients attending for diagnostic imaging.
It is an essential requirement to participate in out of hours on-call service.
To act in a responsible way in matters of radiation protection for staff and patients. To seek help from Radiation Protection Supervisor when required. To follow the local rules at all times. To fully observe the Ionising Radiation (medical Exposure) Regulation 2017
To report all equipment faults.
To ensure high standards of image quality.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
To be responsible for ensuring that the correct staff to patient ratio is maintained within existing resources at any given time across all four sites when operating as the senior in charge
To liaise with other lead radiographers across one or all four sites to maintain adequate and safe staffing levels on a daily basis
To be flexible to changes in service demands, undertaking from a range of possibilities, any combination of the following duties: -
Rotation into other imaging modalities
RED DOT image interpretation
Quality Assurance
Student Training / Assessing
Exercise judgement based on knowledge and experience in order to assess and interpret patient condition and amend technique/protocol from a range of alternatives.
To ensure Picture Archive Communication Systems (PACS) images are in keeping with standards required in department protocols.
To assess a radiological referral is relevant in keeping from Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations (IRMER) 2017
Have a high level of dexterity, correlation and sensory skills and a high level of co-ordination in order to do complex physical skills to manipulate patients safely for positioning and equipment with precision on a daily basis.
To be able to demonstrate a high degree of physical co-ordination in order to be able to use keyboard skills to manipulate images and for data entry.
Have high visual skills for imaging interpretation.
To raise and highlight any issues/problems within the Department to the appropriate person.
To plan and prioritise own workload, taking into account clinical and service needs across all modalities and all sites
To maintain quality control procedures.
To co-ordinate department demands for portering services.
To participate in an effective patient appointment system.
To provide cover for colleagues as directed by the line manager.
To become familiar with the location of departmental resources.
To co-ordinate efficient running of the Radiology Department.
To know protocols/procedures should a breakdown or a fault occur related to the Department.
Must demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills in order to exchange information with patients who may have a variety of barriers to understand, often in distressing or emotive circumstances.
To assist and offer advice to clinicians, wards and departments on the practical application for IRMER 2017 x-rays and IRR2017
To assist and offer advice to clinicians, wards and departments on the administration of the PACS system.
To maintain a professional demeanour, attitude and outlook at all times with all colleagues within the Trust.
To deal with potentially malicious conversations liable to undermine the service or an individual.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Either Diploma of the College of Radiographers (DCR) or Bachelor degree in Radiology
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Evidence of further studying and development.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial Radiographic experience
Desirable
- Extensive hospital based experience post-qualification.
Skills
Essential
- High standard of general Radiography Skills.
- Ability to adapt and work efficiently in all areas of General Radiography.
- Managing of own, departmental and cross site workload
Desirable
- Evidence of being involved in senior duties
- Evidence of supporting other senior staff in their duties
- Experience of Fluoroscopy - performing barium swallows and Video Fluoroscopy imaging
Knowledge
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate clear evidence of being professionally up to date
- Basic IT skills/computer and literacy
Desirable
- Have knowledge and awareness for cross site working
Additional
Essential
- Team Worker
- Calm
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
- Participation in the Wrightington on call rota to ensure service delivery
Desirable
- Leadership
- Teaching
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Either Diploma of the College of Radiographers (DCR) or Bachelor degree in Radiology
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Evidence of further studying and development.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial Radiographic experience
Desirable
- Extensive hospital based experience post-qualification.
Skills
Essential
- High standard of general Radiography Skills.
- Ability to adapt and work efficiently in all areas of General Radiography.
- Managing of own, departmental and cross site workload
Desirable
- Evidence of being involved in senior duties
- Evidence of supporting other senior staff in their duties
- Experience of Fluoroscopy - performing barium swallows and Video Fluoroscopy imaging
Knowledge
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate clear evidence of being professionally up to date
- Basic IT skills/computer and literacy
Desirable
- Have knowledge and awareness for cross site working
Additional
Essential
- Team Worker
- Calm
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
- Participation in the Wrightington on call rota to ensure service delivery
Desirable
- Leadership
- Teaching
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NN
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NN
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Healthcare Assistant
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425689
Job summary
We are looking to recruit experienced Health Care Assistants at Frimley NHS Health Foundation Trust (FHFT) who are currently working in the UK in a Healthcare setting. We have a range of Health Care Assistant (HCA) vacancies across our clinical directorates on our Frimley Park Hospital site.
We are looking for compassionate, caring healthcare workers who strive to deliver high quality care to patients. This will be a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others at FHFT. For the right candidate who can deliver the values of FHFT, we will support and develop your career and help you grow to become the best HCA you aspire to be.
Please note this is a front facing clinical role where a high level of spoken and written English language is required. Please do not use AI software for completion of your application for this role.
You currently must be in the UK and have current experience of working in a UK Healthcare setting as an HCA.
Main duties of the job
As a Health Care Assistant, you will work under direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse/Nursing Associate. You will be primarily assisting the nursing team with care of the patients and will facilitate the smooth running of the department.
As a member of the ward/department team you will always support clinically your registrant colleagues and act in the best interest of patients. With this role we expect that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and values others' beliefs whilst delivering clinical care. This is a clinical front facing role where excellent customer care skills are expected to be delivered to patients, relatives, carers, and colleagues.
You will need to be driven and prepared to deliver high quality care and attention to detail. In this role you can look forward to a career full of development opportunities and the support from an excellent team of healthcare professionals - working alongside a reliable and friendly team.
You will also have access to a full program of training and development as well as a range of employee benefits.
When joining Frimley Health, we can offer you a supportive working environment as well as training and development to meet your needs. If you have an interest in providing exceptional patient care as well as developing your clinical knowledge and skills, then please apply via this vacancy.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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This vacancy is linked with the opportunity for Apprenticeship (for those eligible for Apprenticeships). This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health. You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar Healthcare qualification.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£27,106 to £28,850 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata incl. HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
151-HCASW-OCT26-FPH
Job locations
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are some of the clinical roles you may be expected to deliver as a B3 HCA at FHFT: please refer to the full JD for a more expanded list.
- To undertake agreed clinical activities including collection of urine and faecal samples, swabs, recording of fluid intake/output, changing of stomas and urine drainage bags, catheter care, recording of pulse/temperature/blood pressure/saturations and patient The National Early Warning Score (NEWS2) scoring, and to advise the registrant nurse of any changes in a patients condition.
- To care for enhanced care observation patients (1:1) or bay-based observation as required.
- To provide support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of plans of care for individual patients.
- To assist patients to eat and drink as required, assisting in menu selection and being aware of special diets and cultural requirements.
- To enable and assist patients to maintain their personal hygiene.
- To contribute to the safe movement of patients, using equipment to mobilise and move patients, after mobility assessment, to ensure patient comfort.
Elements of the Job Description and the Person Specification may be screened at interview. We reserve the right to terminate the interview if it is felt these are not met.
Please also note that it is a mandatory requirement, for those who do not have a Care Certificate, to complete a self-assessment form that is attached to this vacancy. Failure to complete and return this document 48 hours prior to your interview will delay the recruitment process or prevent your offer from being issued.
Level 3 Apprenticeship, see info available on this link: Senior healthcare support worker / Skills England
Please note, in line with UK Home Office legislation and due to upcoming changes to sponsorship requirements, we are unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship for this vacancy.
Please check your eligibility under the latest UKVI requirements before applying. Applications from candidates who do not meet the criteria cannot be progressed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are some of the clinical roles you may be expected to deliver as a B3 HCA at FHFT: please refer to the full JD for a more expanded list.
- To undertake agreed clinical activities including collection of urine and faecal samples, swabs, recording of fluid intake/output, changing of stomas and urine drainage bags, catheter care, recording of pulse/temperature/blood pressure/saturations and patient The National Early Warning Score (NEWS2) scoring, and to advise the registrant nurse of any changes in a patients condition.
- To care for enhanced care observation patients (1:1) or bay-based observation as required.
- To provide support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of plans of care for individual patients.
- To assist patients to eat and drink as required, assisting in menu selection and being aware of special diets and cultural requirements.
- To enable and assist patients to maintain their personal hygiene.
- To contribute to the safe movement of patients, using equipment to mobilise and move patients, after mobility assessment, to ensure patient comfort.
Elements of the Job Description and the Person Specification may be screened at interview. We reserve the right to terminate the interview if it is felt these are not met.
Please also note that it is a mandatory requirement, for those who do not have a Care Certificate, to complete a self-assessment form that is attached to this vacancy. Failure to complete and return this document 48 hours prior to your interview will delay the recruitment process or prevent your offer from being issued.
Level 3 Apprenticeship, see info available on this link: Senior healthcare support worker / Skills England
Please note, in line with UK Home Office legislation and due to upcoming changes to sponsorship requirements, we are unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship for this vacancy.
Please check your eligibility under the latest UKVI requirements before applying. Applications from candidates who do not meet the criteria cannot be progressed.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with the general public
- Care Certificate
- Experience in a UK care setting
Desirable
- Experience on a hospital ward
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Basic numeracy and literacy
- Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback from staff
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
Special Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work full shift patterns, including early/late/night shifts and weekends and bank holidays
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- We will expect your values and behaviours to mirror those of the Trust
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of general education, eg GCSE's or equivalent functional skills Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with the general public
- Care Certificate
- Experience in a UK care setting
Desirable
- Experience on a hospital ward
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Basic numeracy and literacy
- Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback from staff
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
Special Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work full shift patterns, including early/late/night shifts and weekends and bank holidays
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- We will expect your values and behaviours to mirror those of the Trust
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of general education, eg GCSE's or equivalent functional skills Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy
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
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Children's Speech and Language Therapist
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425688
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and HCPC registered Band 5 Children's Speech and Language Therapist to join our innovative Children's Speech and Language Therapy Team in Wigan. The role will suit a newly qualified practitioner or a therapist with more experience. NHS experience is essential (whether on placement or via employment)
This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
Main duties of the job
- Assess and diagnose children's speech, language and communication needs with a varied range of clinical presentations including children with special educational needs and agree functional goals for the child with relevant parties as appropriate.
- Use evidence based practice to support parents and the wider children's workforce to develop children's speech, language and communication skills in an inclusive environment.
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is proud to provide high-quality acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, our staff are central to everything we do -- we believe that happy staff make for happy patients, and this ethos underpins our culture and our success.
We have a strong, recognised track record in staff engagement and in living our values:
- People at the Heart
- Listen and Involve
- Kind and Respectful
- ONE Team
We are committed to placing patients at the heart of every decision and delivering safe, effective care that protects dignity and enhances experience. We seek to recruit people who share our values, our passion for high-quality care, and our belief in working together as One Team.
At WWL, we recognise the strength that comes from a rich and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
302-26-8321332S-MCFW
Job locations
Platt Bridge Health Centre, Rivington Avenue, Platt Bridge, Wigan, WN2 5NG
Rivington Avenue, Platt Bridge
Wigan
WN2 5NG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assess and diagnose children with communication disorders, including those with special needs
- To develop and implement Speech and Language Therapy treatment and to evaluate outcomes
- To take clinical responsibility for a varied paediatric caseload of differing complexities and to organise this effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
- To ensure that clients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their treatment plans wherever possible.
- To provide advice and coaching to others regarding the management and care of clients with communication difficulties
- To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice and outcome measures
- To produce reports regarding clients needs and summarising proposed care plans
- To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and care Plans, Individual Education Plans and Annual Reviews
- To adapt practice to meet individual clients circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences
- To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and local trust policies
- To identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance the effectiveness of communication, both verbal, non- verbal and environmental
- To assess and advise on optimising the clients communicative environment, taking into consideration the communication skills of carers and other professionals
- To assess the capacity of the child or young person to give valid, informed consent. To be able to work within a legal framework with children and parents for consent to treatment.
- To use highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment diagnosis and treatment of clients.
- To discharge appropriately, agreeing a point of closure with the clients and carers and informing other professionals
- To identify personal / professional development by Personal Development Plan /Professional Portfolio developed within an appraisal framework.
- To attend relevant training and development in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required of a generalist therapist and maintain up to date HCPC and RCSLT registration.
- To demonstrate knowledge of, and adhere to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines.
- To attend relevant courses, in service training, meetings and clinical excellence networks.
Planning and Organisational Duties
- To be aware of and adhere to service plans and policies
- To manage and prioritise own workload.
- To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate
- To manage and prioritise own caseload independently in conjunction with senior SLT staff
- To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice with peers/clinical supervisor and to identify own strengths and development needs.
- To demonstrate the ability to integrate information taking account of all aspects of the clients communication including verbal, non verbal and environmental
- To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment, seeking support and advice from a supervisor as appropriate
- To make a differential diagnosis on the basis of evidence from assessment seeking advice as appropriate
Communications and Key Working Relationships
- To share information with clients, carers and other professionals, observing data protection guidelines
- To contribute to multi and uni-disciplinary teams to ensure a client focused approach to treatment
- To communicate complex information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers and other professionals
- To communicate effectively with the child or young person and their carers to maximise treatment potential and ensure understanding of their condition. Addressing physical, psychological and emotional barriers to effective communication will be regularly required.
- To work closely with clients, carers and other professionals to negotiate and agree client management
- To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist
- To respond sensitively at all times particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications
- To motivate clients, carers and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process
- To use negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations
- To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible, in line with Trust policy.
- To foster productive relationships with others who have challenging communication difficulties and may be under stress
- To supervise the work of assistants
- To participate in student placements as appropriate.
Responsibility for Health & Safety
- Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
Responsibility for Teaching
- To participate in the development and delivery of training to others with support.
- To target training appropriately to the needs of course participants.
- Reflect on and evaluate training provided
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assess and diagnose children with communication disorders, including those with special needs
- To develop and implement Speech and Language Therapy treatment and to evaluate outcomes
- To take clinical responsibility for a varied paediatric caseload of differing complexities and to organise this effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
- To ensure that clients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their treatment plans wherever possible.
- To provide advice and coaching to others regarding the management and care of clients with communication difficulties
- To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice and outcome measures
- To produce reports regarding clients needs and summarising proposed care plans
- To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and care Plans, Individual Education Plans and Annual Reviews
- To adapt practice to meet individual clients circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences
- To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and local trust policies
- To identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance the effectiveness of communication, both verbal, non- verbal and environmental
- To assess and advise on optimising the clients communicative environment, taking into consideration the communication skills of carers and other professionals
- To assess the capacity of the child or young person to give valid, informed consent. To be able to work within a legal framework with children and parents for consent to treatment.
- To use highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment diagnosis and treatment of clients.
- To discharge appropriately, agreeing a point of closure with the clients and carers and informing other professionals
- To identify personal / professional development by Personal Development Plan /Professional Portfolio developed within an appraisal framework.
- To attend relevant training and development in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required of a generalist therapist and maintain up to date HCPC and RCSLT registration.
- To demonstrate knowledge of, and adhere to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines.
- To attend relevant courses, in service training, meetings and clinical excellence networks.
Planning and Organisational Duties
- To be aware of and adhere to service plans and policies
- To manage and prioritise own workload.
- To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate
- To manage and prioritise own caseload independently in conjunction with senior SLT staff
- To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice with peers/clinical supervisor and to identify own strengths and development needs.
- To demonstrate the ability to integrate information taking account of all aspects of the clients communication including verbal, non verbal and environmental
- To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment, seeking support and advice from a supervisor as appropriate
- To make a differential diagnosis on the basis of evidence from assessment seeking advice as appropriate
Communications and Key Working Relationships
- To share information with clients, carers and other professionals, observing data protection guidelines
- To contribute to multi and uni-disciplinary teams to ensure a client focused approach to treatment
- To communicate complex information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers and other professionals
- To communicate effectively with the child or young person and their carers to maximise treatment potential and ensure understanding of their condition. Addressing physical, psychological and emotional barriers to effective communication will be regularly required.
- To work closely with clients, carers and other professionals to negotiate and agree client management
- To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist
- To respond sensitively at all times particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications
- To motivate clients, carers and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process
- To use negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations
- To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible, in line with Trust policy.
- To foster productive relationships with others who have challenging communication difficulties and may be under stress
- To supervise the work of assistants
- To participate in student placements as appropriate.
Responsibility for Health & Safety
- Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
Responsibility for Teaching
- To participate in the development and delivery of training to others with support.
- To target training appropriately to the needs of course participants.
- Reflect on and evaluate training provided
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of EYFS and SEND Code of Practice
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
- Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group)
- Well established knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group)
- Understanding of the roles of other professionals
- Knowledge of standards of record keeping
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Negotiation and problem solving skills
- Demonstrates good analytical and reflection skills
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Good presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Good organisational skills
- Prioritisation skills
- Good auditory skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
- IT skills
- Demonstrates ability to work well in a team
Experience
Essential
- Relevant knowledge / experience with a range of paediatric speech, language and communication difficulties including children with SEN
- Knowledge or experience of a range of assessment tools / therapeutic interventions
- Experience in coaching/ training other professionals / parents
- Experience working in collaboration with parents and professionals, sharing strategies and providing advice to support children in settings
- NHS experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or Equivalent
- Health Care Professions Council registration.
- RCSLT Licence to Practice
Additional
Essential
- Flexible to meet service demand
- Speaks English to appropriate level
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of EYFS and SEND Code of Practice
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
- Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group)
- Well established knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group)
- Understanding of the roles of other professionals
- Knowledge of standards of record keeping
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Negotiation and problem solving skills
- Demonstrates good analytical and reflection skills
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Good presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Good organisational skills
- Prioritisation skills
- Good auditory skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
- IT skills
- Demonstrates ability to work well in a team
Experience
Essential
- Relevant knowledge / experience with a range of paediatric speech, language and communication difficulties including children with SEN
- Knowledge or experience of a range of assessment tools / therapeutic interventions
- Experience in coaching/ training other professionals / parents
- Experience working in collaboration with parents and professionals, sharing strategies and providing advice to support children in settings
- NHS experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or Equivalent
- Health Care Professions Council registration.
- RCSLT Licence to Practice
Additional
Essential
- Flexible to meet service demand
- Speaks English to appropriate level
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Platt Bridge Health Centre, Rivington Avenue, Platt Bridge, Wigan, WN2 5NG
Rivington Avenue, Platt Bridge
Wigan
WN2 5NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Platt Bridge Health Centre, Rivington Avenue, Platt Bridge, Wigan, WN2 5NG
Rivington Avenue, Platt Bridge
Wigan
WN2 5NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425680
Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge? The Adult Therapies & Psychological Services CSU are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for 1 WTE (37.5hrs) Band 6 Occupational Therapist to become part of our team on a permanent basis.
Main duties of the job
The post sits within the neurosciences occupational therapy band 6 rotation, where you'll gain invaluable experience across a diverse range of specialist areas, including:
acute stroke
stroke rehabilitation
critical care
neurosurgery
neurology
neuro-oncology (in-patient and out-patient) neuro
rehabilitation
Rotations are 12 months in duration, providing the opportunity to fully integrate into teams, develop specialist clinical skills and knowledge, and contribute to ongoing service development across the wider neurosciences pathway.
Occupational Therapy is highly regarded and has a strong profile within all these clinical areas, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams in every setting and with community system partners.
Rotations are based across the Trusts three main sites of Leeds General Infirmary, St James Hospital and Chapel Allerton Hospital.
Weekend working may be required depending on the rotation. The neurosciences team is committed to providing a high level of evidence-based care and rehabilitation. The role requires a flexible approach and the ability to manage a varied and sometimes complex workload.
As a Band 6 therapist you will support the Band 7 Therapist in leading and developing the service. Part of your role will also be to provide training and supervision to junior staff and students.
Interviews taking place the week commencing 9th November 2026 and will be face to face at Leeds General Infirmary.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
002349
Job locations
Cross Site
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS1 3EX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Shortlisting Date: 01.11.2026 Interview Date: 09.11.2026
Please Note: All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata.
Why you should join our TeamThe Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page.
The Neuroscience occupational therapy team is a dynamic, supportive group of registered and unregistered occupational therapists dedicated to helping people rebuild independence and quality of life after neurological illness or injury. Working across the pathway from acute care, rehabilitation, to enable discharge to the community. The team supports patients with a wide range of complex conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological disorders.
The successful candidate will receive regular support and supervision and yearly appraisal to progress your career development. Training will be in the form of joint working with experienced therapists and participation in the monthly neuro-in service training programme.
What you will bring to the roleWe are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the below skills, experience and knowledge and can evidence this in their application form:
- commitment to patient centred and compassionate care
- possess relevant neuro clinical knowledge
- be skilled in complex caseload management
- experienced in hospital discharge planning
- be able to supervise others
- values team working
- effective written and verbal communication skills
flexible approach to duties and working
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS TrustOur Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship EligibilityTo comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Shortlisting Date: 01.11.2026 Interview Date: 09.11.2026
Please Note: All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata.
Why you should join our TeamThe Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page.
The Neuroscience occupational therapy team is a dynamic, supportive group of registered and unregistered occupational therapists dedicated to helping people rebuild independence and quality of life after neurological illness or injury. Working across the pathway from acute care, rehabilitation, to enable discharge to the community. The team supports patients with a wide range of complex conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological disorders.
The successful candidate will receive regular support and supervision and yearly appraisal to progress your career development. Training will be in the form of joint working with experienced therapists and participation in the monthly neuro-in service training programme.
What you will bring to the roleWe are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the below skills, experience and knowledge and can evidence this in their application form:
- commitment to patient centred and compassionate care
- possess relevant neuro clinical knowledge
- be skilled in complex caseload management
- experienced in hospital discharge planning
- be able to supervise others
- values team working
- effective written and verbal communication skills
flexible approach to duties and working
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS TrustOur Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship EligibilityTo comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
Cross Site
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS1 3EX
United Kingdom
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Cross Site
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LS1 3EX
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Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425677
Job summary
If you have an interest in Stroke and would like to support and enable stroke survivors to reach their full potential, both in their own homes and care settings then this is the job for you. We are looking for a speech and language therapist to work in our Stroke Early Supported Discharge Service. This job will allow you to broaden your knowledge base.
Stroke survivors often feel isolated and vulnerable after they are discharged from hospital. Our team is there to allay these fears and support stroke survivors at this difficult time, whilst also providing them with therapy and nursing support should they need it. On a day to day basis you will deliver speech and language therapy alongside our other speech and language therapists for people with communication and swallowing disorders following a stroke who have been discharged from hospital into the care of the ESD service for South East Essex
We offer a highly motivated and supportive team, regular supervision, excellent training and development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.
This is a fixed term contract (or secondment) for a 6 month period to cover maternity leave. Due to this being a fixed term post, Visa sponsorship will not be considered. Access to a vehicle and UK driving licence is essential for this post.
For further information or an informal discussion contact Ailsa Miller (Team Leader) on 07908 177962 or Kirsty Jenkins (Lead SLT) on 07583671281.
Main duties of the job
- To work within the local Early Supported Discharge for Stroke (ESD) Team to provide a 7 day a week rehabilitation programme for up to six weeks following discharge from hospital into the community. This is likely to include some weekend working.
- To liaise closely with the Speech and Language Therapy team on the Stroke Unit at Southend Hospital to ensure a smooth handover from the hospital into ESD.
- To work with the Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service to ensure a smooth handover of those with longer term therapy needs at the end of their time with ESD.
- To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
- To use specialist skills in the management of patients with communication disorders and dysphagia following a stroke.
- To hold responsibility for own case load.
- To participate in clinical audit, protocol development, objective-setting etc as required by the SLT and ESD teams.
- To receive regular clinical and management supervision. Access to advice and support from a more senior SLT is available if required between supervision meetings.
- To undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and teams' clinical practice.
- ng stroke in the local area.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
- Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
- If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
- We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
- £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
- Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
- Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
- Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
- Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
4 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
364-B-285-D
Job locations
Rochford Hospital
Union Lane
Rochford, Essex
SS4 1RB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Delivering a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times.
- Ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS Constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust.
- The responsibilities and duties of the post can be divided into the following three areas
Clinical
- Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work.
- Undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations and multiple pathologies; using acquired clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition and skills deficit.
- Formulate and deliver an individual speech and language therapy treatment plan based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills.
- Supervise student speech and language therapists and rehabilitation assistants.
- Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
- Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.
- Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required.
- Manage clinical risk within own patient caseload.
- Work within Trust, HCPC and RCSLT guidelines and have a good working knowledge of national and local standards to enable monitoring own and others quality of practice as appropriate.
- Be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with HCPC and RCSLT standards of practice.
- Liaise with health and social care professionals and other related statutory, private and voluntary organisations as and when appropriate, providing written reports, recommendations and referrals.
- Provide help and advice to patients and their families, teaching and demonstrating use of equipment or other techniques to optimise the patients functional ability and independence.
- Ensure equipment/adaptations are safe and have been issued in line with departmental policy
Professional
- Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities, and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.
- Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice, developing specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient types.
- Participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies.
- Undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, in conjunction with more senior speech and language therapists and develop improvement to service delivery and clinical practice.
- Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in, in-service training programmes, self directed learning, individual training sessions and external courses.
- Undertake as directed the collection of data for use in service audit and research projects.
- Become actively involved in professional clinical groups, such as RCSLT Clinical Excellence Networks and other professional development activities.
- Provide clinical education and training to speech and language therapy students to graduate level. Provide support, guidance and training to junior speech and language therapists and assistants, assessing and evaluating competence.
- Be aware of the requirement of the Health and Safety at Work act as it relates to the department and safety of the patients and staff.
- Report all accidents/incidents promptly to a Senior Member of staff using the appropriate incident form.
- Comply with Health Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of proficiency for speech and language therapists, and Standards of conduct, performance and ethics
- Comply with HCPC and Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy Code of Ethics, Professional Conduct and CPD requirements
Organisational
- Ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision meet the required professional standards of speech and language therapy practice.
- Ensure that you work in a manner which helps to further long-term and short-term SLT Team goals.
- Be responsible for the safe and competent use of communication equipment by patients and by junior and student speech and language therapists, through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
- Be aware of EPUT/local policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate statistics as required by the Team.
- Comply with the Trust Manual Handling Policy and local therapeutic handling guidance at all times.
- Deal sensitively with patients who have high levels of anxiety and aggression caused by pain, dementia or limited mobility.
- Attend mandatory trust and organisational courses.
Staff Management
- To ensure that those to whom tasks are delegated, e.g. rehabilitation assistants, have acquired the appropriate level of competence.
- To supervise the work of less experienced SLTs, students and assistants as appropriate and to participate in Speech and language Therapy student clinical placements as appropriate.
- To offer some observation experience to those applying for training as SLTs. To assist in the support of students from other professional groups as agreed with line managers.
Communication and Working Relationships
- To utilize all available methods of communication to ensure that health and social service professionals, patients, families and carers can appreciate the complex concepts behind communication, voice and swallowing difficulties, in order that they can recognise and understand the nature of these problems and manage them more appropriately.
- To ensure smooth and appropriate handover of care from hospital to ESD and from ESD to Community SLT;
- To provide reports, reflecting specialist knowledge and interpretation of specialist assessments, to other health professionals, including GPs and Hospital consultants as requested
- To make and/or recommend onward referrals to other professionals or agencies, as appropriate.
- To contribute to the multi-disciplinary rehabilitation teams working with people following stroke in the local area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Delivering a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times.
- Ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS Constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust.
- The responsibilities and duties of the post can be divided into the following three areas
Clinical
- Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work.
- Undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations and multiple pathologies; using acquired clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition and skills deficit.
- Formulate and deliver an individual speech and language therapy treatment plan based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills.
- Supervise student speech and language therapists and rehabilitation assistants.
- Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
- Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.
- Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required.
- Manage clinical risk within own patient caseload.
- Work within Trust, HCPC and RCSLT guidelines and have a good working knowledge of national and local standards to enable monitoring own and others quality of practice as appropriate.
- Be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with HCPC and RCSLT standards of practice.
- Liaise with health and social care professionals and other related statutory, private and voluntary organisations as and when appropriate, providing written reports, recommendations and referrals.
- Provide help and advice to patients and their families, teaching and demonstrating use of equipment or other techniques to optimise the patients functional ability and independence.
- Ensure equipment/adaptations are safe and have been issued in line with departmental policy
Professional
- Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities, and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.
- Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice, developing specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient types.
- Participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies.
- Undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, in conjunction with more senior speech and language therapists and develop improvement to service delivery and clinical practice.
- Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in, in-service training programmes, self directed learning, individual training sessions and external courses.
- Undertake as directed the collection of data for use in service audit and research projects.
- Become actively involved in professional clinical groups, such as RCSLT Clinical Excellence Networks and other professional development activities.
- Provide clinical education and training to speech and language therapy students to graduate level. Provide support, guidance and training to junior speech and language therapists and assistants, assessing and evaluating competence.
- Be aware of the requirement of the Health and Safety at Work act as it relates to the department and safety of the patients and staff.
- Report all accidents/incidents promptly to a Senior Member of staff using the appropriate incident form.
- Comply with Health Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of proficiency for speech and language therapists, and Standards of conduct, performance and ethics
- Comply with HCPC and Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy Code of Ethics, Professional Conduct and CPD requirements
Organisational
- Ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision meet the required professional standards of speech and language therapy practice.
- Ensure that you work in a manner which helps to further long-term and short-term SLT Team goals.
- Be responsible for the safe and competent use of communication equipment by patients and by junior and student speech and language therapists, through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
- Be aware of EPUT/local policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate statistics as required by the Team.
- Comply with the Trust Manual Handling Policy and local therapeutic handling guidance at all times.
- Deal sensitively with patients who have high levels of anxiety and aggression caused by pain, dementia or limited mobility.
- Attend mandatory trust and organisational courses.
Staff Management
- To ensure that those to whom tasks are delegated, e.g. rehabilitation assistants, have acquired the appropriate level of competence.
- To supervise the work of less experienced SLTs, students and assistants as appropriate and to participate in Speech and language Therapy student clinical placements as appropriate.
- To offer some observation experience to those applying for training as SLTs. To assist in the support of students from other professional groups as agreed with line managers.
Communication and Working Relationships
- To utilize all available methods of communication to ensure that health and social service professionals, patients, families and carers can appreciate the complex concepts behind communication, voice and swallowing difficulties, in order that they can recognise and understand the nature of these problems and manage them more appropriately.
- To ensure smooth and appropriate handover of care from hospital to ESD and from ESD to Community SLT;
- To provide reports, reflecting specialist knowledge and interpretation of specialist assessments, to other health professionals, including GPs and Hospital consultants as requested
- To make and/or recommend onward referrals to other professionals or agencies, as appropriate.
- To contribute to the multi-disciplinary rehabilitation teams working with people following stroke in the local area.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist
- Recognised Speech and Language Qualification -Degree or equivalent
- Strong evidence of CPD (portfolio) to reflect specialist skill development
Desirable
- Post Graduate Dysphagia Qualification or equivalent in-house training and log of supervised practice
- Evidence of Completion of relevant dysphagia specialist short courses or equivalent in-house training
- Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising/ supporting junior staff, students or assistants.
- Experience of independently managing a complex and busy caseload with support and supervision from colleagues
- Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of working with stroke survivors/neurological patients either as a student SLT or in qualified role
Desirable
- Experience of working with a wide range of acquired communication and swallowing disorders within an acute setting.
- Experience of working in an Early supported discharge team or community service
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shares the Trust's Beliefs and models this in their attitude and behaviour:
- Ensures that the organisational values of open, compassionate and empowering are demonstrated by self and others every day and that any matters of concern are addressed in a timely way,
- Organised and proactive
Desirable
- Good understanding of IT systems and electronic records e.g. Systm 1
- Able to work under pressure
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Fitness Analysis as appropriate
- Current driving licence
- Ability to travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to attend meetings, etc.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist
- Recognised Speech and Language Qualification -Degree or equivalent
- Strong evidence of CPD (portfolio) to reflect specialist skill development
Desirable
- Post Graduate Dysphagia Qualification or equivalent in-house training and log of supervised practice
- Evidence of Completion of relevant dysphagia specialist short courses or equivalent in-house training
- Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising/ supporting junior staff, students or assistants.
- Experience of independently managing a complex and busy caseload with support and supervision from colleagues
- Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of working with stroke survivors/neurological patients either as a student SLT or in qualified role
Desirable
- Experience of working with a wide range of acquired communication and swallowing disorders within an acute setting.
- Experience of working in an Early supported discharge team or community service
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shares the Trust's Beliefs and models this in their attitude and behaviour:
- Ensures that the organisational values of open, compassionate and empowering are demonstrated by self and others every day and that any matters of concern are addressed in a timely way,
- Organised and proactive
Desirable
- Good understanding of IT systems and electronic records e.g. Systm 1
- Able to work under pressure
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Fitness Analysis as appropriate
- Current driving licence
- Ability to travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to attend meetings, etc.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rochford Hospital
Union Lane
Rochford, Essex
SS4 1RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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Address
Rochford Hospital
Union Lane
Rochford, Essex
SS4 1RB
United Kingdom
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Advanced Audiologist / Team Leader Adult Diagnostic Audiology
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425657
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Band 7 Advanced Audiologist / Clinical Scientist to join us at Oxford University Hospitals. This is an ideal post for an experienced Audiologist / Clinical Scientist to have a key role in leading and developing our adult audiology service and would suit someone who would like to further develop their specialist adult audiology, management and leadership skills. You will be working closely with our Team Leader for Adult Rehabilitation, our Hearing Therapy Lead, and our Audiology Training Leads, reporting to the Lead for Adult Audiology. We are looking for a forward-thinking and highly motivated individual to join us as we continue our service development journey.
You will be an audiologist with BSc or PTP in audiology or a Clinical Scientist (Audiology) and must have a high level of clinical expertise in vestibular audiology. You mustbe registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist or AHCS as an Audiologist (please note that HCPC HAD registration is not sufficient). Previous NHS experience at Band 6+ level is also essential, with previous experience of operational management and staff supervision an advantage. You will require excellent communication skills, a flexible approach and be a team player.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will provide an adult audiology service for adults with hearing loss, balance / vestibular disorders and tinnitus including those with additional / complex needs. The role includes routine and advanced diagnostic assessment and the fitting and verification of routine and non-routine hearing aids. You will provide an expert contribution to monthly Balance MDT clinics, and audiological support and expertise to neuro-otology and neurofibromatosis type-2 (NF2) clinics.
In addition, you will also have a key role in the operational management of the service, as well as supervising and line-managing Audiologists and Clinical Scientists. You will be expected to lead service development, working closely with the Head of Adult Audiology and other senior colleagues.
We are actively involved in training and have colleagues on degree apprenticeship, PTP and STP programmes, with all staff having regular CPD opportunities. The service has undergone significant development over recent years and is actively working towards IQIPS accreditation.
You will be based at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford and may be required to undertake clinics at a variety of locations around the county including Banbury, Wantage, Didcot and Brackley. The department offers flexible working arrangements.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.
In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
321-NOTSS-8233525-B7-A
Job locations
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX3 9DU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main responsibilities have been highlighted above. Please see full job description and person specification for further details. Potential applicants are encouraged to make informal contact to discuss the role further. If you would be interested in a part-time contract, you are encouraged to get in touch / submit an application.
Job description Job responsibilities The main responsibilities have been highlighted above. Please see full job description and person specification for further details. Potential applicants are encouraged to make informal contact to discuss the role further. If you would be interested in a part-time contract, you are encouraged to get in touch / submit an application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Audiology, PTP Healthcare Science (Audiology) or MSc in audiology with CAC / HTS, or STP in neurosciences (audiology modality)
- State registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist (audiology modality), or with AHCS as a Healthcare Scientist
- Evidence of further specialist training in audiovestibular assessment
Desirable
- M-level qualification in audiology
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as a band 6 specialist audiologist / Clinical Scientist in diagnostic adult audiology
- Experience of training other members of staff including those at same or higher grade (as well as more junior staff)
- Experience of managing hearing loss in adults with complex needs
- Significant experience and expertise in audiovestibular assessment
- Experience of communicating with colleagues from other disciplines including ENT, Neurology, Geriatrics.
- Experience of clinical audit and service evaluations
- Expert knowledge / skill in hearing aid fitting in adults including use of non-routine devices
Desirable
- Previous line-management experience
- Research experience
Skills and personal attributes
Essential
- Line-management skills including use of coaching style, giving feedback, active listening,
- Ability to give formal presentations at local and national meetings / conferences
- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Excellent clinical judgement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex information to people from a variety of educational backgrounds in emotionally challenging situations
- Positive attitude and approach, with can-do attitude even when under pressure
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Committed to development of staff within own team and within the wider audiology team
- High level IT skills with clinical software including Auditbase, evoked potential and specialist hearing aid software
Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Audiology, PTP Healthcare Science (Audiology) or MSc in audiology with CAC / HTS, or STP in neurosciences (audiology modality) State registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist (audiology modality), or with AHCS as a Healthcare Scientist Evidence of further specialist training in audiovestibular assessment Desirable M-level qualification in audiology Experience Essential Significant experience working as a band 6 specialist audiologist / Clinical Scientist in diagnostic adult audiology Experience of training other members of staff including those at same or higher grade (as well as more junior staff) Experience of managing hearing loss in adults with complex needs Significant experience and expertise in audiovestibular assessment Experience of communicating with colleagues from other disciplines including ENT, Neurology, Geriatrics. Experience of clinical audit and service evaluations Expert knowledge / skill in hearing aid fitting in adults including use of non-routine devices Desirable Previous line-management experience Research experience Skills and personal attributes Essential Line-management skills including use of coaching style, giving feedback, active listening, Ability to give formal presentations at local and national meetings / conferences Excellent planning and organisational skills Excellent clinical judgement Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex information to people from a variety of educational backgrounds in emotionally challenging situations Positive attitude and approach, with can-do attitude even when under pressure Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders Committed to development of staff within own team and within the wider audiology team High level IT skills with clinical software including Auditbase, evoked potential and specialist hearing aid software
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX3 9DU
United Kingdom
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Employer name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX3 9DU
United Kingdom
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Rehab Assistant
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425650
Job summary
Our Community team work in patients' homes, linking closely with the GP practices in Mid Hampshire, covering week days only at present. Our community teams are based in Winchester City, Colden Common and Andover. This post will cover the Winchester and the surrounding rural areas providing rehabilitation for both integrated intermediate care and long term conditions.
We are a busy, friendly, cohesive team, who would welcome the opportunity to work with a new member of staff willing to contribute to the on-going development of the services we provide. Previous experience working in a care or rehabilitation setting is highly desirable.
The work in our team very varied and you will have opportunity to develop your skills in a variety of ways. You will receive on the job training in line with our competency framework and with support from our qualified staff, as well as having opportunities to attend relevant courses. You will also be given training and support to gain The Care Certificate. You will need to have good time management and IT skills. We are looking for a motivated individual who is keen to work as part of a team for the best outcome for our patients.
Applicants must have access to a vehicle for work and possession of a full driving license is essential.
Main duties of the job
To implement specific treatment programmes as guided by an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to patients in the community or ward based who present with a variety of health conditions.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year Based on full time hours
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
348-MNH-12881
Job locations
Cromwell House
15 Andover Road
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 7BT
United Kingdom
Unit 2 Wessex Business Park
Wessex Way, Colden Common
Winchester
Hampshire
SO21 1WP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 in relevant health care topic or equivalent experience
- Previous experience as health care assistant
- Current UK driving licence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 in relevant health care topic or equivalent experience
- Previous experience as health care assistant
- Current UK driving licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cromwell House
15 Andover Road
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 7BT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cromwell House
15 Andover Road
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 7BT
United Kingdom
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Team Manager: Occupational Therapy Team
London Borough Of Merton View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425647
Job summary
PLEASE APPLY VIA THE APPLICATION LINK The London Borough of Merton is seeking an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapy Team Manager to lead our dedicated OT service within Adult Social Care. This is a particularly exciting time to join us, as we are progressing through a period of service transformation that is focused on improving outcomes, strengthening community-based support, and enhancing the experience of residents who access our services.
You will provide strong professional leadership and clinical oversight to a skilled team of Occupational Therapists and OT Assistants, promoting high-quality, strengths-based and person-centred practice. You will work closely with our First Response Team, Hospital at Home Team, and Reablement Team to support integrated pathways that focus on prevention, early intervention, timely hospital discharge and maintaining independence.
Main duties of the job
Social Care is special here
Come and work in a supportive environment at Merton Council, where youll do a social care role that matters in a place where you matter.
Our social care roles/staff do important jobs, and were focused on looking after you so you can look after others.
Our people stay because we have a great culture, and staff tell us their colleagues are the best thing about working here.
You'll work in a great team with knowledgeable, supportive managers and lots of recognition and reward.
You'll support people to live well in Merton, to maintain their independence, stay at home and improve their safety and quality of life.
Merton Council is focused on prevention, and we work closely with our partners to enable people to live fulfilling and meaningful lives in their homes for longer.
This could be through connecting people socially in their communities, adding adjustments such as handrails or receiving care at home.
You are empowered to help people make the best decisions about their care.
Everyone deserves to live with dignity and your invaluable role will change people's lives for the better every day.
We're here to help people live meaningful lives in Merton.
About us
Merton is the employer of choice for those looking to further their career in public services.
Our culture is one of staff empowerment to deliver real improvements for the communities we serve and on clear career development.Together we want to build a better Merton.
We offeraccess to the local government pension scheme, one of the most generous in the UK; 27.5 days paid holiday, rising to 32.5 days after five years of service; flexible working; and a first-class staff development programme.
We are, as you would expect, proud to be an equal opportunities employer and have committed to paying the London Living Wage to all our staff and contractors to ensure a fair wage for everyone working for us.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£59,298 to £63,690 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
F0019-26-0002
Job locations
Civic Centre
London Road
Morden
SM4 5DX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
To lead and manage Mertons Occupational Therapy Services and the Integrated Community Equipment Service. To develop policies and practices for community based occupational therapy teams and the integrated community equipment service contract to ensure customer focused, efficient and effective delivery of high-quality services. To work closely with colleagues, stakeholders and partners. To work in partnership with Sutton and Merton ICB and the Southwest London & St. Georges Mental Health NHS Trust, to support and develop existing joint working practices and policies within the Occupational Therapy Services. To work across both the Community Care and Childrens Divisions of Social Care, engaging with senior staff in both areas. To be responsible for staffing and delegated budgets i.e. minor adaptations and ICES budget.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
To lead and manage Mertons Occupational Therapy Services and the Integrated Community Equipment Service. To develop policies and practices for community based occupational therapy teams and the integrated community equipment service contract to ensure customer focused, efficient and effective delivery of high-quality services. To work closely with colleagues, stakeholders and partners. To work in partnership with Sutton and Merton ICB and the Southwest London & St. Georges Mental Health NHS Trust, to support and develop existing joint working practices and policies within the Occupational Therapy Services. To work across both the Community Care and Childrens Divisions of Social Care, engaging with senior staff in both areas. To be responsible for staffing and delegated budgets i.e. minor adaptations and ICES budget.
Person Specification
Desirable criteria
Essential
- PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK
- Skills
- 1.4 Ability to set standards and monitor them accordingly
- 1.5 Ability to plan and organise service delivery
- 1.6 Ability to understand and comply with departmental policies
- 1.7 Ability to use information technology
- 1.8 Ability to manage conflicting work demands and pressures
- 1.9 Ability to carry out research, and the innovation to develop services and the delivery
- in line with national and local policy changes
- 1.10 Ability to lead the work force, facilitating creativity, challenge and positive group
- dynamics
Desirable
- 1.1 Advanced knowledge and understanding of current and impending legislation
- relating to OT service provision and disabled people and carers.
- 1.2 A good understanding of multi-disciplinary and inter-agency working
Person Specification
Desirable criteria
Essential
- PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK
- Skills
- 1.4 Ability to set standards and monitor them accordingly
- 1.5 Ability to plan and organise service delivery
- 1.6 Ability to understand and comply with departmental policies
- 1.7 Ability to use information technology
- 1.8 Ability to manage conflicting work demands and pressures
- 1.9 Ability to carry out research, and the innovation to develop services and the delivery
- in line with national and local policy changes
- 1.10 Ability to lead the work force, facilitating creativity, challenge and positive group
- dynamics
Desirable
- 1.1 Advanced knowledge and understanding of current and impending legislation
- relating to OT service provision and disabled people and carers.
- 1.2 A good understanding of multi-disciplinary and inter-agency working
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
London Borough Of Merton
Address
Civic Centre
London Road
Morden
SM4 5DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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London Borough Of Merton
Address
Civic Centre
London Road
Morden
SM4 5DX
United Kingdom
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CYP Mental Health Practitioner - Eating Disorder Service CYPMHS
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425645
Job summary
Promote positive Mental Well-Being as well as Positive Mental Health.Contribute to the Community Eating Disorder team assessing, deliveringand evaluating the Eating Disorder needs of the young people accepted by the service.Take responsibility for providing specialist eating disorder assessments tochildren & young people with complex health needs. In collaboration within team and child/parents/carers deliver a treatment plan that offers a range of therapeutic approaches appropriate to clinical need.Undertake preventative aspects of service delivery such as offeringconsultation and expert advice to other professionals and participate intraining programmes.Work within CWP policies and service operational policies responsible,both autonomously and as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, fordecisions in accepting, prioritising and assessing referrals to the service. The post holder will be part of the team as it develops towards CYPMH
Main duties of the job
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Undertake an initial CYPCEDS assessment of new referrals gathering relevant information from young person, parents/carers and from other agencies. 2. Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of therapeutic care to young people suffering from complex Eating Disorders and mental health difficulties3. Undertake care planning and subsequent reviews in collaboration with a young person, their parents/carers.
4. Undertake the screening of routine and urgent referrals and where necessary offering a frontline clinical intervention providing a clinical formulation and risk management plan.5. Collaborate with young people and their parents/carers with respect to care planning and the management of risk.8. Hold case management responsibilities for a caseload of young people with eating disorders.9 Attend and participate in external multi-agency care planning and safeguarding meetings.10. Directly implement a variety of psychological, psychoeducational and therapeutic treatments including Family Based Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa .11. Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding issues within procedures set down by Trust and Local Safeguarding Procedures.10. Participate in clinical consultations relating to complex cases.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
373-CYP1630
Job locations
Kingsley Resource Centre
Coronation Road
Ellesmere Port
CH65 9AA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Job description Job responsibilities Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role. At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100. If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Core profession (Social Work, Nurse, Allied Health Professional)
- Professional Registration with recognised National Body (HCPC, NMC, Social Work England)
- Nationally recognised post-qualification, continuous professional development (CPD) related to the core profession (Social Work, Nurse, Allied Health Professional)
Desirable
- Therapeutic Training to intermediate / diploma level
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Demonstrable working knowledge of specialist therapeutic approaches e.g. CBT, Family Therapy
- Knowledge of Child Protection workings and Practice.
- Working knowledge of Children related legislation
- Experience of inter-agency working
- Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating Care / Treatment Plans
Desirable
- Experience of working with Students/ Learners
- Experience of providing clinical supervision
Experience
Essential
- Significant post qualification experience of working within a CYPMHS or Child Mental Health related field.
- Recognised experience of working within an environment where evidence based interventions have been delivered
- Undertaking formal and informal clinical risk assessments and risk management planning
- Undertaking mental health assessments
- IT skills, including using databases, Microsoft Office and clinical systems
Desirable
- Post qualifying experience of working within NHS community CYPMHS
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Core profession (Social Work, Nurse, Allied Health Professional) Professional Registration with recognised National Body (HCPC, NMC, Social Work England) Nationally recognised post-qualification, continuous professional development (CPD) related to the core profession (Social Work, Nurse, Allied Health Professional) Desirable Therapeutic Training to intermediate / diploma level Knowledge and Expertise Essential Demonstrable working knowledge of specialist therapeutic approaches e.g. CBT, Family Therapy Knowledge of Child Protection workings and Practice. Working knowledge of Children related legislation Experience of inter-agency working Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating Care / Treatment Plans Desirable Experience of working with Students/ Learners Experience of providing clinical supervision Experience Essential Significant post qualification experience of working within a CYPMHS or Child Mental Health related field. Recognised experience of working within an environment where evidence based interventions have been delivered Undertaking formal and informal clinical risk assessments and risk management planning Undertaking mental health assessments IT skills, including using databases, Microsoft Office and clinical systems Desirable Post qualifying experience of working within NHS community CYPMHS Trust Values Essential Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kingsley Resource Centre
Coronation Road
Ellesmere Port
CH65 9AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kingsley Resource Centre
Coronation Road
Ellesmere Port
CH65 9AA
United Kingdom
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Rotational Occupational Therapist
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425643
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an occupational therapist to join the OT service working at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation trust (RDUH Eastern services). We have vacancies on our Band 5 rotational programme which spans both the acute and community healthcare settings.
This rotational role will allow the successful applicant to develop their clinical skills and reasoning through working across a broad range of areas, facilitating the completion of a preceptorship programme where appropriate. We are looking for applicants with previous Band 5 experience as well as those who qualify in 2026/7.
Specialities include, acute respiratory medicine, neurology (including stroke), general medicine, surgery, T&O, health for older people and community rehabilitation. Effective communication, competent assessment skills, sound knowledge of the hospital discharge process and a patient-centred approach to occupational therapy must be possessed by the applicant.
Whilst the successful applicant will frequently be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner there will be strong links with the multidisciplinary team working in the hospital. There will also be opportunities to work closely with senior therapists to enable continu
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
185-652-14397
Job locations
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital
Barrack Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5DW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
The post holder is responsible for providing relevant therapy assessment, diagnosis and treatment, and education and advice to patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will manage a caseload of patients with a range of needs, using evidence based, patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
This post carries an expectation to work flexibly over 7 days, including weekends and bank holidays Rotational positions are assigned to Therapy teams working in Exeter, Exmouth, Tiverton and Honiton / Ottery St Mary. It is essential that the applicant has a valid drivers licence and has access to a road worthy vehicle for use at work.
There will be liaison with family, carers and external agencies to ensure safe and effective discharge of patients from the acute or community hospital wards/services and/or appropriate transfer of care. The caseload will be allocated by the relevant Team Lead and will be acute service/ward, community hospital service/ward or domiciliary based work
The post holder will supervise assistants and students, form part of an interdependent multi-disciplinary team helping to ensure that the input is integrated into the patients overall care and treatment plan and will receive professional support and guidance from their line manager and appropriate professional lead.
This post requires Case Load Management which will vary according to location. There will be a responsibility to provide advice to patients and carers and other disciplines and to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments.
The rotations included within the post will be dependent upon the locality area and needs of the service and, in the acute setting may include, for example, general, acute or respiratory medicine, older people, surgery, neurology, acute stroke, neuro-rehabilitation (currently based at Mardon) etc. In the community setting rotations may include, for example, community hospital wards, community services including Rehabilitation and Urgent Community Response and domiciliary based work.
The specific caseloads will be flexible across all in-patient and out-patient clinical areas within the Trust.
The ability to travel to and for work to meet the needs of the service, especially in the community setting, is essential.
As services evolve changes to working patterns maybe required.
The post holder will fulfil all tasks and work as part of a team. To meet the needs of the service, the post holder may be required to work in other areas as appropriate as directed by the line manager.
Working Pattern: The post holds a requirement to participate in regular seven day per week cover / weekends and bank holidays as required; shift patterns vary according to each location and post holders will need to be able to fulfil the shift pattern relevant to each rotation. Shift patterns may include working until 6 pm or later according to the needs of the service.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Abby Elliott, Clinical Lead OT on [email protected]
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
The post holder is responsible for providing relevant therapy assessment, diagnosis and treatment, and education and advice to patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will manage a caseload of patients with a range of needs, using evidence based, patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
This post carries an expectation to work flexibly over 7 days, including weekends and bank holidays Rotational positions are assigned to Therapy teams working in Exeter, Exmouth, Tiverton and Honiton / Ottery St Mary. It is essential that the applicant has a valid drivers licence and has access to a road worthy vehicle for use at work.
There will be liaison with family, carers and external agencies to ensure safe and effective discharge of patients from the acute or community hospital wards/services and/or appropriate transfer of care. The caseload will be allocated by the relevant Team Lead and will be acute service/ward, community hospital service/ward or domiciliary based work
The post holder will supervise assistants and students, form part of an interdependent multi-disciplinary team helping to ensure that the input is integrated into the patients overall care and treatment plan and will receive professional support and guidance from their line manager and appropriate professional lead.
This post requires Case Load Management which will vary according to location. There will be a responsibility to provide advice to patients and carers and other disciplines and to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments.
The rotations included within the post will be dependent upon the locality area and needs of the service and, in the acute setting may include, for example, general, acute or respiratory medicine, older people, surgery, neurology, acute stroke, neuro-rehabilitation (currently based at Mardon) etc. In the community setting rotations may include, for example, community hospital wards, community services including Rehabilitation and Urgent Community Response and domiciliary based work.
The specific caseloads will be flexible across all in-patient and out-patient clinical areas within the Trust.
The ability to travel to and for work to meet the needs of the service, especially in the community setting, is essential.
As services evolve changes to working patterns maybe required.
The post holder will fulfil all tasks and work as part of a team. To meet the needs of the service, the post holder may be required to work in other areas as appropriate as directed by the line manager.
Working Pattern: The post holds a requirement to participate in regular seven day per week cover / weekends and bank holidays as required; shift patterns vary according to each location and post holders will need to be able to fulfil the shift pattern relevant to each rotation. Shift patterns may include working until 6 pm or later according to the needs of the service.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Abby Elliott, Clinical Lead OT on [email protected]
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Desirable
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Desirable
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital
Barrack Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital
Barrack Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Deputy Head of Mental Health
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425642
Job summary
Are you a passionate and experienced mental health clinician ready to lead innovation at the frontline of 999 care?
Join South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) -- a national leader in urgent mental health response. We're redefining crisis care with dedicated Mental Health Response Vehicles (MHRVs), specialist triage teams in our control rooms, and a leading role in the award winning Integrated Access Partnership. This is your opportunity to make a real difference, driving change and shaping the future of community based emergency mental health support.
As our Deputy Head of Mental Health, you'll play a vital role in shaping and delivering high quality patient care, driving strategic development, and ensuring best clinical outcomes for those experiencing a mental health crisis across the South West.
This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of mental health care in the emergency pathway. You'll collaborate with emergency services, healthcare providers, and commissioners to develop pathways that transform pre-hospital mental health care.
We're looking for a strong clinical leader with expertise in mental health strategy, governance, workforce development, and partnership working. You'll have the authority and autonomy to influence services at local, regional, and national levels, ensuring innovative, patient-centred care.
If you're passionate about shaping the future of mental health services within emergency care, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
This role requires a highly skilled mental health clinician and operational leader (with at least 3 years post qualifying experience) who is passionate about enhancing mental health care, fostering collaboration, and driving strategic improvements within the Trust.
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive mental health strategy, policies, and clinical guidelines to ensure high-quality patient care.
Alongside the Head of Mental Health, oversee all SWASFT mental health delivery and quality improvement initiatives across the South West.
Operational & Clinical Leadership: Lead the delivery of key service targets, integrated governance, workforce planning, and financial sustainability within mental health services.
Training & Development: Support the education and development of staff within the Ambulance sector.
Quality & Patient Safety: Lead clinical governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with national guidelines and enhancing patient safety measures.
Crisis Management: Participate in the on-call senior management rota, making informed decisions in complex, high-pressure situations.
Clinical Expertise & Case Reviews: Provide expert clinical advice, contribute to Coroner's cases, and support patient safety investigations across the Trust.
Staff & HR Support: Provide clinical guidance in disciplinary or capability concerns, recruitment, and staff development
There is an opportunity for dedicated clinical hours to uplift this role to full-time hours.
About us
Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.
We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.
The role is based in Bristol, a lively yet laid-back city with top class shopping, street food, dynamic events and friendly festivals and excellent national and international transport links.
If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.
In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.
You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development.
Benefits
- Competitive NHS salary
- A standard working week of 37.5 hours
- Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Career and salary progression
- Car leasing scheme
- Free parking across Trust sites
- Staff networks
- Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the U
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £91,609 a year per annum pro rata (Indicative)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
202-8283899
Job locations
SWASFT Emergency Operations Centre, Bradley Stoke, Bristol
Bristol
BS32 4QJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description regarding the role.
There is an opportunity for additional hours to provide dedicated clinical time.
Please note: The job description for this role is currently indicative and therefore may be subject to change.
For more information on the Integrated Access Partnership see the following website: https://www.awp.nhs.uk/our-services/urgent-care/mental-health-integrated-access-partnership.
Right to work / Certificate of sponsorship
This role meets the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. Applications are welcome from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description regarding the role.
There is an opportunity for additional hours to provide dedicated clinical time.
Please note: The job description for this role is currently indicative and therefore may be subject to change.
For more information on the Integrated Access Partnership see the following website: https://www.awp.nhs.uk/our-services/urgent-care/mental-health-integrated-access-partnership.
Right to work / Certificate of sponsorship
This role meets the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. Applications are welcome from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental health clinician with significant post reg experience
- Experience of working within mental health acute care
- Leadership qualification or experience
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD beyond the minimum required to maintain professional registration
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental health clinician with significant post reg experience
- Experience of working within mental health acute care
- Leadership qualification or experience
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD beyond the minimum required to maintain professional registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SWASFT Emergency Operations Centre, Bradley Stoke, Bristol
Bristol
BS32 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SWASFT Emergency Operations Centre, Bradley Stoke, Bristol
Bristol
BS32 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Pharmacist - Women's and Neonatal Services
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425637
Job summary
**Are you ready to make a difference? **
If youwant to be a part of a team that continually strives to deliver outstanding clinical care to women, babies and their families then we need you!
We are seeking a highly motivated, collaborative and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our pharmacy team based at our Birmingham Women's Hospital pharmacy site. You will be responsible for the delivery of high quality, proactive and patient focused clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties across the maternity, gynaecology and neonatal directorates to include neonatal intensive care so you really can make a difference to our patients every day you come to work.
We are proud to say we have a dynamic and supportive pharmacy team that aspires to provide safe, effective, and efficient care to every individual who comes through our doors. We strive to promote a happy, collaborative, and empowering work environment so each and every member of our team can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Main duties of the job
To ensure medicines are prescribed safely, economically and are appropriate to the needs of the patient across various specialties.
Provide advice on pharmaceutical care to healthcare professionals and patients.
To record clinical interventions and medication incidents to highlight areas of concern.
To provide medication advice to patients and their families to ensure they are aware of their medicines and potential side effects.
To analyse directorate finance reports and identify cost saving opportunities.
To partake in clinical audit and service improvement projects.
To support antimicrobial stewardship.
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
284-26-8284553-DMRG
Job locations
Birmingham Women's Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
B15 2TG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification to view the full details for this opportunity at the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and personal specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional details.
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification to view the full details for this opportunity at the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and personal specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional details.
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent degree
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Pharmacist Independent Prescriber
Knowledge & Nature of Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 Suitable years post-qualification experience
- Able to understand the complex clinical and social needs of patients and families and meet those needs whenever possible.
- Able to understand complex clinical situations and to discuss and make recommendations to resolve issues arising from them with medical, nursing/midwifery and other staff.
- Previous hospital pharmacy experience.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to work independently, prioritise, set goals and meet deadlines.
- Able to identify issues and use own initiative to address them.
- Able to maintain standards and accuracy whilst working under pressure.
- Aware of personal limitations and asks for help as required.
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use a variety of computer software to organise and present information
- Previous experience and knowledge of audit.
- Awareness of requirements towards CQC.
- Demonstrates continuing professional development.
- An understanding of medication safety.
Desirable
- Previous experience of delivering clinical pharmacy services to neonatal patients and staff.
- Previous experience of delivering clinical pharmacy services to a Women's directorate.
- Familiarity with drugs expenditure and prescribing trends.
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Good team player
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Trustworthy and respectful of confidential information about both patients and colleagues
- Adaptable to change in working practices and flexible in terms of working hours on an occasional basis
- Able to remain professional in challenging circumstances
- Negotiating skills and powers of persuasion
- Well organised
- High standards of work presentation
- Self-motivated with a 'can do' attitude
- Professional appearance and manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent degree
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Pharmacist Independent Prescriber
Knowledge & Nature of Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 Suitable years post-qualification experience
- Able to understand the complex clinical and social needs of patients and families and meet those needs whenever possible.
- Able to understand complex clinical situations and to discuss and make recommendations to resolve issues arising from them with medical, nursing/midwifery and other staff.
- Previous hospital pharmacy experience.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to work independently, prioritise, set goals and meet deadlines.
- Able to identify issues and use own initiative to address them.
- Able to maintain standards and accuracy whilst working under pressure.
- Aware of personal limitations and asks for help as required.
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use a variety of computer software to organise and present information
- Previous experience and knowledge of audit.
- Awareness of requirements towards CQC.
- Demonstrates continuing professional development.
- An understanding of medication safety.
Desirable
- Previous experience of delivering clinical pharmacy services to neonatal patients and staff.
- Previous experience of delivering clinical pharmacy services to a Women's directorate.
- Familiarity with drugs expenditure and prescribing trends.
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Good team player
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Trustworthy and respectful of confidential information about both patients and colleagues
- Adaptable to change in working practices and flexible in terms of working hours on an occasional basis
- Able to remain professional in challenging circumstances
- Negotiating skills and powers of persuasion
- Well organised
- High standards of work presentation
- Self-motivated with a 'can do' attitude
- Professional appearance and manner
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Women's Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
B15 2TG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Women's Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
B15 2TG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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CYP Education Mental Health Practitioner EMHP/CYPWP
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425633
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the Cheshire Mental Health Support Team's (MHST) based in East Cheshire. We are looking to recruit 2 Band 5 Education Mental Health Practitioner/CYPWP's, one position will be based at Catherine House, Crewe and the other role in Elm House Macclesfield.
The EMHP/CYPWP's will work alongside colleagues in the East Cheshire MHST, liaising with education settings and professionals supporting children, young people and their families.
The post involves working directly with schools, colleges and settings providing information, advice and guidance through consultation, training, direct work with children and young people and their parents / caregivers and delivering evidence based interventions.
We require successful applicants to have professional registration with recognised National Body (BPS, BABCP) OR be able to obtain this within 6 months of start date. Note if the successful applicant does not hold professional registration they will be recruited to a 6 month fixed term contract to allow time for professional registration to be completed. The contract will be amended to permanent once professional registration has been confirmed.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work within Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Mental Health Support Team (East Cheshire MHST) to provide a range of assessment and other interventions on an individual and wider systems basis under close clinical supervision from experienced staff.
Accessing regular case management and clinical supervision on an individual and group basis will be an important aspect of the role.
The post-holder will be able to deliver a range of 1:1 and group Low Intensity CBT based interventions for children, young people, and parents/carers.
Contributing to the evaluation of initiatives to ensure our service remains effective, ethical, and safe
Building positive working relationships with schools and partner agencies is an essential part of this role.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
373-CYP1612
Job locations
Elm House
Lea Bank Close
Macclesfield
SK11 8HE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Post Graduate Certificate or above from a provider university as part of the CYP-IAPT programme e.g. EMHP, CWP
- Professional registration with recognised National Body (BPS, BABCP) within 6 months of qualification.
Desirable
- Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
- Demonstrates continued professional development within the mental health arena as evidenced by certificated course from recognised training bodies.
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of child psychology and development
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present
- Demonstrate an understanding of parenting and behaviour management interventions
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the impact of multisystemic issues such as home, school and community.
- Knowledge of child protection issues, safeguarding and other relevant legislation
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological and systemic therapies and how it relates to this post
Experience
Essential
- Experience of safeguarding vulnerable people
- Experience of multi-agency working
- Experience of working in a mental health and/or CYP setting
Desirable
- Evidence of working in the local community
- Experience of routine outcome monitoring
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Post Graduate Certificate or above from a provider university as part of the CYP-IAPT programme e.g. EMHP, CWP
- Professional registration with recognised National Body (BPS, BABCP) within 6 months of qualification.
Desirable
- Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
- Demonstrates continued professional development within the mental health arena as evidenced by certificated course from recognised training bodies.
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of child psychology and development
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present
- Demonstrate an understanding of parenting and behaviour management interventions
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the impact of multisystemic issues such as home, school and community.
- Knowledge of child protection issues, safeguarding and other relevant legislation
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological and systemic therapies and how it relates to this post
Experience
Essential
- Experience of safeguarding vulnerable people
- Experience of multi-agency working
- Experience of working in a mental health and/or CYP setting
Desirable
- Evidence of working in the local community
- Experience of routine outcome monitoring
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Elm House
Lea Bank Close
Macclesfield
SK11 8HE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Elm House
Lea Bank Close
Macclesfield
SK11 8HE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Domestic Linen Assistant ( WCH )
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425631
Job summary
Domestic Linen Assistant Band 2 West Cumberland -25hr post - available Monday to Friday 7am-12pm
An Exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Domestic Department at West Cumberland Hospital
Candidates should be flexible, reliable and trustworthy
Experience is preferred but training will be given.
For help and support to apply for this post contact Leanne Duncan on 01228 602046 or email at [email protected]
Main duties of the job
To provide a flat linen redistribution service to all wards and departments as required within West Cumberland Hospital, Community Hospitals and Ambulance Services on behalf of NCIC Foundation Trust.
- Order linen requirements in via the linen provider website and add/reduce the set top up system as and when required
- Collate all linen requirements and usage figures for WCH site and Community sites
- Distribute flat linen to all wards and departments as required on site
- Arrange delivery of flat linen to the Community via the Portering Service
- Visit all wards within WCH site on a daily/weekly basis
- Carryout regular stock checks
- Maintain accurate up to date flat linen figures
Maintain adequate flat linen stock, liaising regularly with ward/department staff, Domestic Services Manager and Elis (flat Linen Provider
H&S
- Exposure to infected and foul linen conditions, causing the need for protective clothing
- Exposure to lift heavy loads e.g. packs of bed sheets/towels
- Be responsible for the cleanliness of the flat linen room and other items within the use of delivery to the wards and departments (trolleys) for cross contamination purposes
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation
Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
A positive patient experience every time
A great place to work
Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year Per Annum Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
262-A-26-8293909
Job locations
West Cumberland Hospital
Homewood Road
Whitehaven
CA28 8JG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
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.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Literacy Certificate
- Basic Numeracy Certificate
Knowledge
Essential
- IT Computer literate with excel
Desirable
- experience in working in an NHS setting
Skills
Essential
- flexible approach to work
- good communication skills
- ability to work alone and in a team
- ability to use initiative appropriately
- able to follow health and safety procedures
personal
Essential
- smart, clean appearance
- high personal standards
- enthusiasm
- willing to learn
other
Essential
- commitment to undertake all mandatory and departmental training
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Basic Literacy Certificate Basic Numeracy Certificate Knowledge Essential IT Computer literate with excel Desirable experience in working in an NHS setting Skills Essential flexible approach to work good communication skills ability to work alone and in a team ability to use initiative appropriately able to follow health and safety procedures personal Essential smart, clean appearance high personal standards enthusiasm willing to learn other Essential commitment to undertake all mandatory and departmental training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Cumberland Hospital
Homewood Road
Whitehaven
CA28 8JG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Cumberland Hospital
Homewood Road
Whitehaven
CA28 8JG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Rotational Clinical Pharmacist
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425628
Job summary
Band 6 Rotational Clinical Pharmacist
The Royal Berkshire Hospital Pharmacy department is a friendly team, committed to mentoring and supporting the professional development of our rotational pharmacists.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist to join our team.
Main duties of the job
The Royal Berkshire Hospital has many specialities and as a rotational pharmacist you will experience all areas on a 3 monthly basis and be supported by clinical pharmacists and lead specialty pharmacists:
- Medical - Gastro-intestinal/Hepatic, Respiratory, Renal, Cardiology, Rheumatology.
- Surgical - General, Orthopaedic, Trauma, Urology, Head and Neck, Ophthalmology, Surgical admission unit.
- Paediatric & Maternity - Special baby unit, Paediatric - including T&O, oncology, acute medical. Maternity - Labour ward, ante-natal and post-natal wards.
- Elderly Care- 3 general wards, Hip frailty ward.
- Admissions wards - Acute admissions, Medical admissions, Short Stay Unit.
- Medicine Information - general enquires and Patient helpline.
- Aseptics.
The successful candidate would be an enthusiastic, innovative registered pharmacist who has recently completed their pre-registration pharmacist training, or a qualified pharmacist who would like to gain hospital pharmacy experience.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital foundation trusts in the country, and currently touch the lives of half a million patients in the west of Berkshire every year by providing high quality acute medical and surgical services for our local communities.
Our values:
- Compassionate
- Aspirational
- Resourceful
- Excellent
The town of Reading sits on the River Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford, and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work, and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.
The CQC rated the care provided by The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-8331436NCG
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Pharmacist is responsible, on a rotational basis, for professional aspects of the day-to-day pharmaceutical service provided by the Trust.
The Pharmacist post is considered a developmental grade for a registered pharmacist where the post holder needs the professional support of a more senior colleague from time to time.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Job description Job responsibilities The Pharmacist is responsible, on a rotational basis, for professional aspects of the day-to-day pharmaceutical service provided by the Trust. The Pharmacist post is considered a developmental grade for a registered pharmacist where the post holder needs the professional support of a more senior colleague from time to time. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience
- Project / Audit work
- Patient contact - counselling, drug history taking
- Multi-disciplinary teamwork
- Experience of pharmacy computer technology
Desirable
- Supervisory experience
- Implementing and or enforcing protocols
Education
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent (from an accredited University registered with GPhC).
- Foundation Training Year
Professional Registration
Essential
- Current registered Member of GPhC
Person Specification Experience Essential NHS experience Project / Audit work Patient contact - counselling, drug history taking Multi-disciplinary teamwork Experience of pharmacy computer technology Desirable Supervisory experience Implementing and or enforcing protocols Education Essential Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent (from an accredited University registered with GPhC). Foundation Training Year Professional Registration Essential Current registered Member of GPhC
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Specialist Dietitian Tier 3 Weight Management
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425626
Job summary
Specialist Dietitian Tier 3 Weight Management
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Dietitian to work within the specialist Tier 3 Weight Management Service in North Cumbria. The post holder will be a key member of the specialist multi-disciplinary team and provide a clinical dietetic service to patient's both individually and in a group setting.
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic Dietitian with excellent communication and team working skills. Experience of MDT working is essential and working within weight management and diabetes is desirable. You would be expected to input into the bi-weekly MDT and provide nutritional education to the core patient group as well as see patients for individual intervention where appropriate. You would also be expected to undertake a Non-medical prescribing qualification to support the medical pathway as part of the Tier 3 weight management service
You will join a physiotherapist, dietitian, assistant practitioner, dietetic assistant, psychology team and medical professionals as part of the wider tier 3 MDT.
Main duties of the job
- Provide a comprehensive clinical and educational dietetic service within the North Cumbria Tier 3 Weight management Service in North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC).
- To work with other professionals in the Multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide a screening and case management service that identifies, with eligible service users, the best weight management journey for them and continues for up to 12 months as needed.
- To act as a specialist source of advice and expertise, in the nutritional management of patients with obesity and complex needs.
- To contribute to the specialist interventions (e.g. behavioural, dietetic, pharmacological etc.) to support weight management, meet client needs and achieve service outcomes.
- To work with statutory services to support eligible service users into existing community and voluntary sector support for diet, lifestyle, and physical activity.
- To contribute to a service that is equitable and accessible by clients who wish to access it.
- To contribute to the provision of robust quality assurance systems at all levels of the Service.
- To promote the Service, motivating eligible patients to consider weight-loss and access the Service
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation
Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
A positive patient experience every time
A great place to work
Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
262-A-26-8332519
Job locations
Wigton Hospital
Wigton
CA79DD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies
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.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To hold a Degree in Dietetics or equivalent
- To be registered as a Dietitian and fit to practice by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development
- Independent prescribing Qualification or willing to work towards
Desirable
- Behaviour change training
- Leadership training
- Clinical supervisory skills training
- Independent prescribing qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad range of evidence based clinical assessment and treatment skills across a variety of clinical areas
- Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and work within policies on health and safety, risk management and data protection
- Working knowledge of current NHS issues
- Evidence of self-directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD
- Knowledge of key NHS drivers for change and implications for dietetic services
- Post graduate work experience in dietetics
- Knowledge of relevant national guidelines and standards
- Evidence of audit and participation in service development
- Experience of MDT working
Desirable
- Membership of: British Dietetic Association (BDA), DOM UK, Other relevant groups
- Experience treating patients within Weight Management Services and Diabetes.
- Knowledge of management of patients with obesity and diabetes
- Knowledge of clinical audit and outcome measures, and their use in service improvement
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a team
- To demonstrate initiative
- To demonstrate analytical skills and judgment
- Ability to respond to unpredictable work patterns on a frequent basis e.g. working to deadlines, interruptions
- Ability to treat each patient as an individual and to create individual care plans within the ability and resources of the service
- Prioritisation of complex workload/ time management
- To demonstrate effective problem-solving skills
- Basic IT skills
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel independently of public transport and be able to travel as and when required
- Flexibility to work over 7 days if required
Person Specification Qualifications Essential To hold a Degree in Dietetics or equivalent To be registered as a Dietitian and fit to practice by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development Independent prescribing Qualification or willing to work towards Desirable Behaviour change training Leadership training Clinical supervisory skills training Independent prescribing qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential Broad range of evidence based clinical assessment and treatment skills across a variety of clinical areas Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and work within policies on health and safety, risk management and data protection Working knowledge of current NHS issues Evidence of self-directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD Knowledge of key NHS drivers for change and implications for dietetic services Post graduate work experience in dietetics Knowledge of relevant national guidelines and standards Evidence of audit and participation in service development Experience of MDT working Desirable Membership of: British Dietetic Association (BDA), DOM UK, Other relevant groups Experience treating patients within Weight Management Services and Diabetes. Knowledge of management of patients with obesity and diabetes Knowledge of clinical audit and outcome measures, and their use in service improvement Skills and Aptitudes Essential Ability to work both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a team To demonstrate initiative To demonstrate analytical skills and judgment Ability to respond to unpredictable work patterns on a frequent basis e.g. working to deadlines, interruptions Ability to treat each patient as an individual and to create individual care plans within the ability and resources of the service Prioritisation of complex workload/ time management To demonstrate effective problem-solving skills Basic IT skills Other Requirements Essential Able to travel independently of public transport and be able to travel as and when required Flexibility to work over 7 days if required
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wigton Hospital
Wigton
CA79DD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wigton Hospital
Wigton
CA79DD
United Kingdom
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Discharge Navigator
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425624
Job summary
Community Hospital Discharge Navigator, Full time - fixed term, Maternity cover
Work within the environment to support the multi-disciplinary team, the patient and their carers in preparation for the patient to leave hospital. Working to support ward areas to ensure that the patient's discharge is a smooth, safe transition from hospital to home or into community provision, in line with the Transfer of Care (discharges) from Acute and Community Settings policy. Supporting patient flow and contributing towards reducing the patient's length of stay through the facilitation of effective integrated discharge planning.
Base will be Brampton, however the discharge navigator will be covering Community Hospital's Six sites. Therefore travel will be an expectation
Main duties of the job
The Transfer of Care Hub (ToCH) is a Service which has been developed to implement an expert complex multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary discharge team, working in a seamless and integrated way across partner organisations, both health and social care. The ToCH will proactively 'pull', and case manage the needs of a range of people with complex discharge needs on discharge pathways 1-3 and progress these people safely to transfer/discharge via an appropriate pathway
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per Annum Pro Rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
36 weeks
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
262-A-26-8343816
Job locations
Brampton War Memorial
Tree Road
Brampton
CA8 1TX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
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.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oEvidence of a good standard of general education/GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
- oNVQ 4 in Care or equivalent experience or NVQ in Admin or equivalent experience
Desirable
- oCustomer service skills
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of knowledge of Hospital environment and pathways
- oAccepts responsibility for own workload
- oSeeks and uses support appropriately
- oKnowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms; acquired through work-based training
- oBasic knowledge of Care Act 2014
Desirable
- oRecent work within a Hospital setting.
- oKnowledge of local health and social care services.
- oKnowledge of related legal frameworks relating to hospital discharge.
- oKnowledge of the Trust's discharge process and community support provision.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- oGood level of IT & keyboard skills including experience inputting data to systems
- oAbility to work autonomously as well as flexibly as a part of a Multi-disciplinart Team
- oGood communication skills
- oAbility to work under pressure
- oAbility to record data in an accurate and concise way
- oAbility to organise and prioritise own work.
- oAbility to demonstrate excellent time management and prioritisation skills
- oAbility to use initiative appropriately.
- oAbility to engage with individuals with differing levels of communication and understanding.
Desirable
- oComplaints handling
- oAbility to acquire more complex IT skills
Other requirements
Essential
- oAlignment to Trust values and core behaviours
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of the Trust's core business
Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEvidence of a good standard of general education/GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. oNVQ 4 in Care or equivalent experience or NVQ in Admin or equivalent experience Desirable oCustomer service skills Knowledge and Experience Essential oEvidence of knowledge of Hospital environment and pathways oAccepts responsibility for own workload oSeeks and uses support appropriately oKnowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms; acquired through work-based training oBasic knowledge of Care Act 2014 Desirable oRecent work within a Hospital setting. oKnowledge of local health and social care services. oKnowledge of related legal frameworks relating to hospital discharge. oKnowledge of the Trust's discharge process and community support provision. Skills and Aptitudes Essential oGood level of IT & keyboard skills including experience inputting data to systems oAbility to work autonomously as well as flexibly as a part of a Multi-disciplinart Team oGood communication skills oAbility to work under pressure oAbility to record data in an accurate and concise way oAbility to organise and prioritise own work. oAbility to demonstrate excellent time management and prioritisation skills oAbility to use initiative appropriately. oAbility to engage with individuals with differing levels of communication and understanding. Desirable oComplaints handling oAbility to acquire more complex IT skills Other requirements Essential oAlignment to Trust values and core behaviours Desirable oUnderstanding of the Trust's core business
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).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Brampton War Memorial
Tree Road
Brampton
CA8 1TX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Brampton War Memorial
Tree Road
Brampton
CA8 1TX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Medical Lab Assistant (Higher)
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425612
Job summary
Band 3 Medical Lab Assistant (Higher) Microbiology - Please read Job Description
Band 3 applicants will be considered if they meet the Essential Qualifications in the Person Specification and if they demonstrate experience of working in a diagnostic Microbiology laboratory .
Candidates who cannot demonstrate experience of working in a Microbiology department will be appointed to a band 3 position on annex 21 (75%). On completion of departmental training logs and competency assessments the successful candidate will automatically progress to the band 3 (Higher) position.
37.5 hours per week. Laboratory is open Monday - Sunday
Based at the Cumberland Infirmary, Pathology Department.
Applications are invited for this post within Infection Sciences. The Virology, Immunology and Microbiology departments that make up Infection Sciences are well equipped and are all ISO 15189 accredited. We use a range of automated testing platforms including IRIS urine analyser, Dynex DS2, Cepheid and BacTec Blood Culture. The laboratory uses Telepath LIMS with ICE electronic requesting and reporting, and Q-Pulse quality management system.
Main duties of the job
Support biomedical scientists in a range of laboratory duties including the processing of clinical specimens for testing, registration of patients onto the pathology computer system, specimen reception duties, telephone enquiries and general housekeeping duties
After training has been completed you would be expected to participate in a rota for weekend and Bank holiday working. You should be able to demonstrate good planning, organisational and interpersonal skills as well as evidence of competence in problem solving and prioritising workloads. Excellent communication skills are essential for this post.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout north Cumbria and beyond. We're responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time'.
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
We encourage you to think about what you can do as an individual and within your team to contribute in to embedding carbon reduction into the everyday running of our organisation
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
262-A-26-8298379
Job locations
Cumberland Infirmary
Newtown Road
Carlisle
CA2 7HY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
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.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 in clinical laboratory support or equivalent. ( Examples of equivalence, 2 A levels, Completion of laboratory based competence training manual, IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Computer Use
- Data Entry
- Equality Issues
- Working in a laboratory environment understanding procedures and practices requiring a base level of theoretical knowledge
Desirable
- Microsoft office
- Medical terminology
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
- Able to use initiative appropriately
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to prioritise work to meet deadlines in a busy environment
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to maintain high standards of work
- Ability to follow laid down procedures and guidelines
Desirable
- use of IT systems
Other requirements
Essential
- Flexible approach to working patterns
- Willing to undertake training and development
Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 3 in clinical laboratory support or equivalent. ( Examples of equivalence, 2 A levels, Completion of laboratory based competence training manual, IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1) Knowledge and Experience Essential Computer Use Data Entry Equality Issues Working in a laboratory environment understanding procedures and practices requiring a base level of theoretical knowledge Desirable Microsoft office Medical terminology Skills and Aptitude Essential Able to use initiative appropriately Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to prioritise work to meet deadlines in a busy environment Able to work as part of a team. Good hand-eye coordination. Ability to maintain high standards of work Ability to follow laid down procedures and guidelines Desirable use of IT systems Other requirements Essential Flexible approach to working patterns Willing to undertake training and development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cumberland Infirmary
Newtown Road
Carlisle
CA2 7HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cumberland Infirmary
Newtown Road
Carlisle
CA2 7HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Specialist Speech and Language Therapist: Acute, Surgery and Trauma
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425611
Job summary
Are you passionate about providing high-quality Speech and Language Therapy services to adults in a fast-paced hospital environment? At St Mary's Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, you'll work with a varied and complex caseload, collaborate with expert SLT colleagues and multidisciplinary teams, and benefit from excellent development opportunities.
We have an exciting opportunity to provide specialist assessment and management of patients with complex communication and/or swallowing disorders resulting from acquired neurological, medical and surgical conditions. The post holder will be expected to provide a service to all the acute wards, with a specific remit for the general surgical and Neurosurgical wards, and patients admitted via the North West London (NWL) major trauma pathway. The caseload includes patients with tracheostomy and disorders of consciousness. Clinical support to patients in critical care, and cross-site support to Charing Cross and Hammersmith Hospitals, may also be required according to service need.
The post holder will support the provision of instrumental swallow assessment and will be expected to provide leadership to the acute team, support the development of junior staff, participate in the development of the SLT service, including audit and research, and deliver teaching to other professions as an integrated member of the MDT.
Main duties of the job
- To provide comprehensive and specialist assessment and diagnosis for patients with a range of complex presentations, by utilising advanced clinical reasoning, evidence-based knowledge, analytical skills and specialist assessment techniques.
- To work both independently and within a team structure, demonstrating leadership to manage own and team caseload. To efficiently manage a caseload and organise this effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
- To formulate and deliver an individualised and specialist care plan / therapy management programme based on evidence-based practice, advanced clinical reasoning skills and a range of specialist treatment options. As a specialist clinician to provide a second opinion where required.
- To support the provision of instrumental assessments on site as clinically appropriate and as required by the service, triaging appropriate patients, under-taking joint assessments, analysis, reporting and feedback.
- To work in collaboration with the MDT to provide an integrated service for patients, participating in joint clinics, ward rounds, multi-disciplinary assessment/treatment, family/ carer support and education, attending regular meetings and case conferences as appropriate.
- To help lead and participate in quality improvement, clinical governance projects, audit and research as required by the Clinical Service Lead.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£58,133 to £65,261 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-MIC-2282
Job locations
St Mary's Hospital
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
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 overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
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 overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Degree (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy
- State registration with the Health Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD through maintenance of a portfolio, especially in the relevant clinical area
Desirable
- Membership of the Professional Organisation
- Membership of Professional special interest groups relevant to speciality
- Relevant Postgraduate clinical qualification
- Management skills or leadership training
- Clinical Educators course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant recent clinical experience in relevant clinical area
- Evidence of a broad base of clinical experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
- Significant experience of working as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team and inter-agency working
- Experience of multidisciplinary goal planning, development of care pathways and using outcome measures
- Experience of organising and implementing training programmes for therapists, MDT members, support workers, students and apprentices
- Experience of service development/change management
- Experience in implementing evidence-based practice in speciality
Desirable
- Previous Band 7 or equivalent experience in relevant post
- Recent, relevant work in an NHS environment
- Experience of using clinical governance framework to monitor and improve quality of patient care
- Experience of planning and managing service improvement activities
Skills
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of assessment and treatment approaches for the effective management of relevant conditions
- Competency in managing tracheostomised patients
- Level 2A or above FEES competency
- Advanced skills in the appropriate application of a range of techniques and approaches to the management of relevant conditions
- Advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving skills
- Ability to remain updated with professional practice and research and integrate this into daily patient management
- Understanding of clinical governance and the implications for therapy services including experience of quality issues and audit
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
- Ability to pass on knowledge and skills to others in both formal and informal environments
- Skills in supervision, mentoring and coaching
- Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effectively
Desirable
- Videofluoroscopy competency
- Knowledge of recent NHS developments and their impact on service provision
- Advanced computer skills for presentation and data analysis
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Degree (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy
- State registration with the Health Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD through maintenance of a portfolio, especially in the relevant clinical area
Desirable
- Membership of the Professional Organisation
- Membership of Professional special interest groups relevant to speciality
- Relevant Postgraduate clinical qualification
- Management skills or leadership training
- Clinical Educators course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant recent clinical experience in relevant clinical area
- Evidence of a broad base of clinical experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
- Significant experience of working as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team and inter-agency working
- Experience of multidisciplinary goal planning, development of care pathways and using outcome measures
- Experience of organising and implementing training programmes for therapists, MDT members, support workers, students and apprentices
- Experience of service development/change management
- Experience in implementing evidence-based practice in speciality
Desirable
- Previous Band 7 or equivalent experience in relevant post
- Recent, relevant work in an NHS environment
- Experience of using clinical governance framework to monitor and improve quality of patient care
- Experience of planning and managing service improvement activities
Skills
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of assessment and treatment approaches for the effective management of relevant conditions
- Competency in managing tracheostomised patients
- Level 2A or above FEES competency
- Advanced skills in the appropriate application of a range of techniques and approaches to the management of relevant conditions
- Advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving skills
- Ability to remain updated with professional practice and research and integrate this into daily patient management
- Understanding of clinical governance and the implications for therapy services including experience of quality issues and audit
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
- Ability to pass on knowledge and skills to others in both formal and informal environments
- Skills in supervision, mentoring and coaching
- Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effectively
Desirable
- Videofluoroscopy competency
- Knowledge of recent NHS developments and their impact on service provision
- Advanced computer skills for presentation and data analysis
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
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London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
St Mary's Hospital
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Principal Clinical Pharmacist Prescriber INTs
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425607
Job summary
Interested in an exciting clinical leadership role working to further develop the Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT) model of care for Long Term Conditions (LTC) within Lewisham Borough as part of the Lewisham Integrated Medicines Optimisation Service (LIMOS)?
We are looking for an enthusiastic senior pharmacist with strong established clinical skills to lead the clinical and operational delivery of the Lewisham INT programme and improve outcomes for patients with multiple long-term conditions in Lewisham.
INTs are a model of care designed to meet the holistic needs of the local population, working with professionals and as a local community to ensure people get the right care at the right time, from the right people, and to tackle health inequalities. This full-time post will be key in ensuring delivery of this model as part of the developing Neighbourhood approach to care. As the programme will focus on patients with three or more long term conditions around CVD, diabetes, CKD and AF if the first instance, experience of management of patients in these areas would be beneficial.
Main duties of the job
The Principal Clinical Pharmacist Prescriber will be responsible for the clinical leadership and management of the Lewisham INT for Long Term Conditions. Key aims of the role will be to provide strategic support to develop, integrate and evaluate this new model of care across the 4 Neighbourhoods / 7 PCNs in Lewisham, with managerial oversight to ensure effective functioning of the core team.
The post holder will also provide clinical care to conduct patient facing multi-LTC reviews and optimise medicines management for patients, across one PCN and/or Neighbourhood footprint. Building strong relationships across system partners, supporting workforce development to deliver the new model of care and close working and communication with members of the core INT and wider teams across both health and social, and primary and secondary care settings will be key.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum plus HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
197-KH8843
Job locations
Lewisham Community Services
Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LH
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description subject to AFC consistency checking process
Key Result Areas & Performance:1. Provide clinical and strategic leadership for the for the core INT team developing the service to meet the needs of the PCNs and wider Lewisham INT model of care.2. To deliver patient facing care and conduct multi-morbidity reviews to improve outcomes for patients with complex needs or provide support before needs become acute.3. To provide line management of and supervision to the core INT team, including clinical pharmacist prescribers and caseworkers to ensure effective teamwork and delivery of the programmes goals.4. To lead and participate in clinical audit to support evaluation of service delivery and inform improvement.5. To work in closely with other members of the core INT team including link workers, key workers, health equity team, GPs and community groups, linking with clinicians and staff within other community and secondary teams within both health and social care to ensure a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to care maintained.6. Provide medicines management expertise and support to patients, other clinical and none-clinical staff as part of the INT model of care.7. To promote appropriate evidence-based and cost-effective prescribing and advice on de-prescribing where appropriate.8. Provide highly specialist medicines management support and training for GPs, nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team caring for patients with multi-morbidity in all settings9. To lead on the development of protocols in collaboration with key stakeholders as necessary to support service delivery.
Service Development1. To lead on the development and refinement of service delivery models within the INT programme alongside relevant commissioning and programme leads, to support effective delivery of activity across all PCNs/ Neighbourhoods.2. To work closely with colleagues and leads to promote and embed the role of the INT into local pathways of care.3. To communicate with other service leads within the community setting to ensure the INT model works effectively with existing services within primary care to achieve better outcomes for patients.4. To plan actions to continuously improve the quality of services provided to ensure a quality improvement approach is taken to medication optimisation and any service development or re-design.5. To evaluate with the programme leads, outcome measures associated with the INT service and the resource requirements for any change or service development required.
Clinical Services & Patient Care1. To act as a clinical role model to and provide direct clinical supervision to clinical prescribing pharmacists in the INT team to ensure a high-quality service is developed which improves outcomes through the provision of a patient-centred approach to the safe and clinically cost-effective use of medicines.2. To provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation in the context of multi-morbidity across the core and wider team setting.3. To conduct patient facing and telephone consultations to review patients with complex multi-morbidity focusing on optimisation of cardiovascular disease management and improving long-term outcomes. 4. To collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to develop and implement individualised care plans.5. To provide clinical advice and support to other members on the INT, including complex scenarios to ensure a high standard of patient care.6. To manage complex and non-routine medicines management problems identified in patients under the INT service, making onward referrals when needed.7. To demonstrate an intuitive grasp of situations based on knowledge, expertise and understanding and to make decisions about drug therapy with limited information.8. To work with colleagues to facilitate robust communication and onward referral pathways to support seamless care for patients managed by the INT service where complex medicines and/or other needs are identified.9. To ensure efficient transfer of information related to complex medicines management needs across care interfaces and reconcile information received to ensure the safe care for patients with complex medicines management needs.10. To work as an independent prescriber and review medication to ensure that patients medicines are optimised for safety, effectiveness and cost-efficiency. in line with competency and agreed scope of practice as approved by the relevant Trust governance process.
Information & Data Management1. To develop quantitative and qualitative performance measures, co-ordinate their use and be involved in disseminating, acting on and sharing learning from information gathered.2. To co-ordinate the design, collection and evaluation of clinical audit data and participate in research projects improve the quality of care and inform best practices.3. To utilise available information from audits, national guidelines, and benchmarking data to influence practice and implement improvement in service delivery 4. To work closely with PCNs ensuring seamless integration of patient data for improved care co-ordination.
Staff Management and Education and Training1. To line manage the Clinical Prescribers with overall management of all core team members within the INT, providing supervision, guidance and support to ensure effective teamwork and delivery of goals. This will include matrix working with PCN clinical leads and business managers to effectively manage and co-ordinate team members and support appraisals, objective setting, and management of sickness absence.2. To ensure the teams activities align with the wider objectives of the INT programme, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.3. To oversee the personal and professional development of team members and identify the training needs and develop strategies to meet those needs.4. To identify and lead the design and delivery of education and training around the INT service including medicines optimisation in multimorbidity and cost-effective prescribing, to colleagues and more widely across the system. Training delivery will range from small communications to formal presentations.5. To participate and contribute to clinical training programmes for trainee professionals across Lewisham where exposure to the INT model would aid learning and practice.6. To evaluate and ensure continuous development of own professional knowledge and competencies by attendance at in house/external training programmes, appropriate self- educationFinancial1. To support the service lead manage the delegated staff budget for relevant aspects of the INT service and ensure that pay expenditure is maintained within allocated targets.2. To support and advise relevant leads and GP / primary care prescribers on delivering relevant local QIPP, QoF and local targets in relation to medicines optimisation.3. To provide medicines advice regarding the use of cost-effective drugs across the primary and secondary care interface to the relevant stakeholders.4. To provide a value for money service to contribute to reduction of medicines related readmission of patients with complex medicines management needs by optimising management and communication about medicines across care interfaces.5. Support the delivery of targets in the general practice setting in relation to medicines optimisation within the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services in defined areas of multimorbidity
Research & Development1. To be responsible for shaping and participating in research and development within the INT service. 2. To encourage and co-ordinate clinical audit in medicines optimisation and multimorbidity within the workstream setting and collaborate with partners to publish the results3. To develop initiatives in the delivery of medicines optimisation within the INT model of care and develop quality standards for clinical effectiveness.4. To develop working relationship and research links with academic units to promote collaboration in practice and research around medicines optimisation in multimorbidity.
Communications and Relationships1. To communicate clearly and sensitively about patient medicines management issues both internal and external to the Trust and in the PCN setting.2. To communicate and collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team including doctors, nurses, pharmacists and social care professionals on a daily basis to address the complex needs of patients with multimorbidity.3. To communicate complex and sensitive medication/ health carer elated issues to patients and relatives - including history taking, medication review and counselling, and overcoming barriers to understanding and communication such as language, hearing, visual or cognitive difficulties. Tact and persuasive skills are required when negotiating with patients to improve adherence with medication/ advice, with empathy and re-assurance necessary to address patient concerns. Communication may be either verbal in the form of face-to-face contact, over the telephone or in written form.4. To work closely with key leads of other services within primary care to develop robust referral pathways that support an improved outcomes for patients.5. To act as a link between primary and secondary care, facilitating smoother transitions for patients and promoting integrated care pathways.
Job description Job responsibilities Job Description subject to AFC consistency checking process Key Result Areas & Performance:1. Provide clinical and strategic leadership for the for the core INT team developing the service to meet the needs of the PCNs and wider Lewisham INT model of care.2. To deliver patient facing care and conduct multi-morbidity reviews to improve outcomes for patients with complex needs or provide support before needs become acute.3. To provide line management of and supervision to the core INT team, including clinical pharmacist prescribers and caseworkers to ensure effective teamwork and delivery of the programmes goals.4. To lead and participate in clinical audit to support evaluation of service delivery and inform improvement.5. To work in closely with other members of the core INT team including link workers, key workers, health equity team, GPs and community groups, linking with clinicians and staff within other community and secondary teams within both health and social care to ensure a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to care maintained.6. Provide medicines management expertise and support to patients, other clinical and none-clinical staff as part of the INT model of care.7. To promote appropriate evidence-based and cost-effective prescribing and advice on de-prescribing where appropriate.8. Provide highly specialist medicines management support and training for GPs, nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team caring for patients with multi-morbidity in all settings9. To lead on the development of protocols in collaboration with key stakeholders as necessary to support service delivery. Service Development1. To lead on the development and refinement of service delivery models within the INT programme alongside relevant commissioning and programme leads, to support effective delivery of activity across all PCNs/ Neighbourhoods.2. To work closely with colleagues and leads to promote and embed the role of the INT into local pathways of care.3. To communicate with other service leads within the community setting to ensure the INT model works effectively with existing services within primary care to achieve better outcomes for patients.4. To plan actions to continuously improve the quality of services provided to ensure a quality improvement approach is taken to medication optimisation and any service development or re-design.5. To evaluate with the programme leads, outcome measures associated with the INT service and the resource requirements for any change or service development required. Clinical Services & Patient Care1. To act as a clinical role model to and provide direct clinical supervision to clinical prescribing pharmacists in the INT team to ensure a high-quality service is developed which improves outcomes through the provision of a patient-centred approach to the safe and clinically cost-effective use of medicines.2. To provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation in the context of multi-morbidity across the core and wider team setting.3. To conduct patient facing and telephone consultations to review patients with complex multi-morbidity focusing on optimisation of cardiovascular disease management and improving long-term outcomes. 4. To collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to develop and implement individualised care plans.5. To provide clinical advice and support to other members on the INT, including complex scenarios to ensure a high standard of patient care.6. To manage complex and non-routine medicines management problems identified in patients under the INT service, making onward referrals when needed.7. To demonstrate an intuitive grasp of situations based on knowledge, expertise and understanding and to make decisions about drug therapy with limited information.8. To work with colleagues to facilitate robust communication and onward referral pathways to support seamless care for patients managed by the INT service where complex medicines and/or other needs are identified.9. To ensure efficient transfer of information related to complex medicines management needs across care interfaces and reconcile information received to ensure the safe care for patients with complex medicines management needs.10. To work as an independent prescriber and review medication to ensure that patients medicines are optimised for safety, effectiveness and cost-efficiency. in line with competency and agreed scope of practice as approved by the relevant Trust governance process. Information & Data Management1. To develop quantitative and qualitative performance measures, co-ordinate their use and be involved in disseminating, acting on and sharing learning from information gathered.2. To co-ordinate the design, collection and evaluation of clinical audit data and participate in research projects improve the quality of care and inform best practices.3. To utilise available information from audits, national guidelines, and benchmarking data to influence practice and implement improvement in service delivery 4. To work closely with PCNs ensuring seamless integration of patient data for improved care co-ordination. Staff Management and Education and Training1. To line manage the Clinical Prescribers with overall management of all core team members within the INT, providing supervision, guidance and support to ensure effective teamwork and delivery of goals. This will include matrix working with PCN clinical leads and business managers to effectively manage and co-ordinate team members and support appraisals, objective setting, and management of sickness absence.2. To ensure the teams activities align with the wider objectives of the INT programme, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.3. To oversee the personal and professional development of team members and identify the training needs and develop strategies to meet those needs.4. To identify and lead the design and delivery of education and training around the INT service including medicines optimisation in multimorbidity and cost-effective prescribing, to colleagues and more widely across the system. Training delivery will range from small communications to formal presentations.5. To participate and contribute to clinical training programmes for trainee professionals across Lewisham where exposure to the INT model would aid learning and practice.6. To evaluate and ensure continuous development of own professional knowledge and competencies by attendance at in house/external training programmes, appropriate self- educationFinancial1. To support the service lead manage the delegated staff budget for relevant aspects of the INT service and ensure that pay expenditure is maintained within allocated targets.2. To support and advise relevant leads and GP / primary care prescribers on delivering relevant local QIPP, QoF and local targets in relation to medicines optimisation.3. To provide medicines advice regarding the use of cost-effective drugs across the primary and secondary care interface to the relevant stakeholders.4. To provide a value for money service to contribute to reduction of medicines related readmission of patients with complex medicines management needs by optimising management and communication about medicines across care interfaces.5. Support the delivery of targets in the general practice setting in relation to medicines optimisation within the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services in defined areas of multimorbidity Research & Development1. To be responsible for shaping and participating in research and development within the INT service. 2. To encourage and co-ordinate clinical audit in medicines optimisation and multimorbidity within the workstream setting and collaborate with partners to publish the results3. To develop initiatives in the delivery of medicines optimisation within the INT model of care and develop quality standards for clinical effectiveness.4. To develop working relationship and research links with academic units to promote collaboration in practice and research around medicines optimisation in multimorbidity. Communications and Relationships1. To communicate clearly and sensitively about patient medicines management issues both internal and external to the Trust and in the PCN setting.2. To communicate and collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team including doctors, nurses, pharmacists and social care professionals on a daily basis to address the complex needs of patients with multimorbidity.3. To communicate complex and sensitive medication/ health carer elated issues to patients and relatives - including history taking, medication review and counselling, and overcoming barriers to understanding and communication such as language, hearing, visual or cognitive difficulties. Tact and persuasive skills are required when negotiating with patients to improve adherence with medication/ advice, with empathy and re-assurance necessary to address patient concerns. Communication may be either verbal in the form of face-to-face contact, over the telephone or in written form.4. To work closely with key leads of other services within primary care to develop robust referral pathways that support an improved outcomes for patients.5. To act as a link between primary and secondary care, facilitating smoother transitions for patients and promoting integrated care pathways.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Pharmacy
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent)
- Registered with the GPC
- Registered and Experienced pharmacist independent prescriber
Desirable
- Other post graduate qualification relevant to pharmacy or health care practice such as management, leadership or education and training qualifications
Previous Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience as a clinical pharmacist working in hospital pharmacy, or as a clinical pharmacist in GP practice or primary care
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience of optimising medication
- Experience of multi-professional and interface working across organisations
- Demonstrable experience managing and developing services
- Evidence of change management
- Experience in line management and team leadership in a healthcare setting
- Experience in co-ordinating and leading on clinical audit
Desirable
- Experience of design and delivery of training programmes
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Essential
- In depth knowledge of NHS clinical governance strategy, policy and current issues
- Ability to work on own initiiatve and effectively as part of a team both within own professional and a multidisciplinary environment
- Demonstrated Leadership and team management skills including ability to motivate and develop a team
- Advanced clinical knowledge of managing multi-morbidities, particularly CVD
- Ability to manage difficult and complex issues or refer appropriately
- Ability to prioritse and plan work effectively alone and for a team
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information effectively using clear written and spoken English and overcome barriers to understanding
- Proficient in using EMIS and other healthcare IT systems for patient management /reporting with proven computer literacy and IT skills
- Ability to supervise others and knowledge of mentorship process
- Ability to delegate appropriately
- Ability to work calmly and positively under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of publications
- Familiarity with Integrated Care models
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate high level of communication skills involving negotiation and co-operation using highly complex, sensitive and contentious information
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work across diverse teams and with patients
- To be able to negotiate with health professional in a diplomatic manner, including when knowledge is challenged, occassionally in an emotional atmosphere
- Flexible approach to work
- Reliable, polite and approachable
- Knows own professional and personal limitations and seeks advice where necessary
- Demonstrable ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Ability to cope with challenges and changes
Other
Essential
- Able to work agreed hours
- Able and willing to travel across sites of work within the Borough
- Willing to contribute to general life and work across Trust and Partners across primary care
Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Degree in Pharmacy Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent) Registered with the GPC Registered and Experienced pharmacist independent prescriber Desirable Other post graduate qualification relevant to pharmacy or health care practice such as management, leadership or education and training qualifications Previous Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience as a clinical pharmacist working in hospital pharmacy, or as a clinical pharmacist in GP practice or primary care Experience of working in primary care Experience of optimising medication Experience of multi-professional and interface working across organisations Demonstrable experience managing and developing services Evidence of change management Experience in line management and team leadership in a healthcare setting Experience in co-ordinating and leading on clinical audit Desirable Experience of design and delivery of training programmes Knowledge, Skills and Ability Essential In depth knowledge of NHS clinical governance strategy, policy and current issues Ability to work on own initiiatve and effectively as part of a team both within own professional and a multidisciplinary environment Demonstrated Leadership and team management skills including ability to motivate and develop a team Advanced clinical knowledge of managing multi-morbidities, particularly CVD Ability to manage difficult and complex issues or refer appropriately Ability to prioritse and plan work effectively alone and for a team Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information effectively using clear written and spoken English and overcome barriers to understanding Proficient in using EMIS and other healthcare IT systems for patient management /reporting with proven computer literacy and IT skills Ability to supervise others and knowledge of mentorship process Ability to delegate appropriately Ability to work calmly and positively under pressure Desirable Evidence of publications Familiarity with Integrated Care models Personal Qualities Essential Demonstrate high level of communication skills involving negotiation and co-operation using highly complex, sensitive and contentious information Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work across diverse teams and with patients To be able to negotiate with health professional in a diplomatic manner, including when knowledge is challenged, occassionally in an emotional atmosphere Flexible approach to work Reliable, polite and approachable Knows own professional and personal limitations and seeks advice where necessary Demonstrable ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines Ability to cope with challenges and changes Other Essential Able to work agreed hours Able and willing to travel across sites of work within the Borough Willing to contribute to general life and work across Trust and Partners across primary care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
Lewisham Community Services
Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LH
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
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Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
Lewisham Community Services
Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LH
London
SE13 6LH
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Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425604
Job summary
Previous applicants need not apply
We are looking to recruit a Facilities Assistant (Periodic) person to work on the Bury & Oldham Community sites.
Monday - Friday - 5 hrs per day = 25 hrs per week - 10.30 - 15.30
The postholder will be based at the Bury site and will work across the Trust's in-patient and/or community settings as assigned, which will include working on wards, clinics or admin areas.
The postholder will be a member of the Trust's Facilities team and will provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust (PCFT). which includes Periodic and Heavy Duty cleaning. The postholder will carry out periodic cleaning tasks in line with the annual periodic cleaning schedule, in order to meet the requirements of the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021. The postholder will work as part of a team to ensure that the standards are achieved. The postholder will be required to drive a Trust vehicle in this role, or the use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust Footprint in line with service needs, which will include moving and collecting cleaning stores, supplies and equipment as required.
Main duties of the job
Carrying out tasks in line with Trust policy, national cleaning standards and local instruction, which will include:
- Carpet cleaning
- Cleaning ceilings / walls
- Curtain changing
- Roto washing/buffing floors.
- Bathroom/toilet cleaning
- Cleaning ventilation grills and radiators
- Cleaning internal glazing
- Area deep cleans/isolation cleans.
- Carry a mobile phone to respond to ad hoc requests, e.g. urgent delivery, responding to incident such as a flood.
- Ensure that infection control, COSHH and health and safety procedures are always followed.
About us
The postholder will be joining the facilities team which is within the Capital Investment and Estates Services department at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust.
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum, Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
311-H1016-26-E
Job locations
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, Fairfield General Hospital (Community Sites)
Rochdale Old Road
Bury
BL9 7TD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job description and person specification for this role has been attached separately to this advert, should further information be sought ahead of an interview, please use the contact details below
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job description and person specification for this role has been attached separately to this advert, should further information be sought ahead of an interview, please use the contact details below
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- NVQ 2 or equivalent experience. + Full UK driving license
- Experience of cleaning services, COSHH, Colour Coding
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Techniques
- Good liaison & communication skills, punctual & reliable, Complete training via computer
Desirable
- Formal cleaning qualification/training + Full UK driving license
- Experience working to the NHS National Cleaning standards, Colour coding, COSHH
- Knowledge of Health & Safety
- Good Communication & IT Skills, Punctual & Reliable
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- NVQ 2 or equivalent experience. + Full UK driving license
- Experience of cleaning services, COSHH, Colour Coding
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Techniques
- Good liaison & communication skills, punctual & reliable, Complete training via computer
Desirable
- Formal cleaning qualification/training + Full UK driving license
- Experience working to the NHS National Cleaning standards, Colour coding, COSHH
- Knowledge of Health & Safety
- Good Communication & IT Skills, Punctual & Reliable
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Pennine Care NHS FT
Address
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, Fairfield General Hospital (Community Sites)
Rochdale Old Road
Bury
BL9 7TD
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Pennine Care NHS FT
Address
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, Fairfield General Hospital (Community Sites)
Rochdale Old Road
Bury
BL9 7TD
United Kingdom
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Children's Occupational Therapist B5
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2425603
Job summary
37.5 hours per week
Permanent contract
Are you a motivated and enthusiastic team player?
If this is you then we would love to hear from you!
We are looking for a dynamic, flexible and forward thinking Occupational Therapist ideally with experience of working with children and young people with physical disabilities, to join the Children's Community Occupational Therapy Team covering areas in North Cumbria.
The Occupational Therapy team enables children and young people with acute or chronic illness and/or disability to work toward meaningful occupation focused goals. They also work with those who support them, creating an environment in which they can succeed in reaching their full potential.
Within this post you will expected to work as a member of the Children's Occupational Therapy Team delivering specialist advice to clients and carers, education settings, housing department and other professionals in relation to disability and housing needs for children and young people with disabilities. Using the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) as a framework the Children's Occupational Therapy service believes in using a top down, client-centred approach to address the meaningful occupations of the child or young person.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will manage a clinical caseload. This involves assessment, advising, planning, delivering and evaluating treatment for a wide range of children and young people in a range of settings. You will receive supervision and support from the Occupational Therapy team.
Our team provide an effective system of support and supervision, which may include 1:1, pair or group supervision, as well as participation with clinical networks, mentoring and other clinical learning opportunities. We offer excellent supervision, peer review and support for on-going professional development offering regular CPD sessions. The team have active links to the Children and Young People's Specialist section (CYPF).
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation
Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
A positive patient experience every time
A great place to work
Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
262-A-26-8284321
Job locations
Springboard CDC
Orton Road
Carlisle
CA2 7HE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses Midwives and Allied Health Professionals.
Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
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.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses Midwives and Allied Health Professionals. Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £20.00 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £26.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £41.00 + administration cost of £6.50 = £47.50. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Evidence of CPD
- Competent driver
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of a wide range of Occupational Therapy treatment techniques
- Some knowledge of the appropriate legislation relating to children
Desirable
- Some knowledge of current NHS trends which influence service provision
- Some knowledge of a wide range or currently available specialist paediatric equipment
Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- IT skills including word processing, e-mail and publisher skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Organisational skills demonstrated for example by the involvement in a particular project
- Good manual handling skills
Person Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel throughout Cumbria and elsewhere to represent the Directorate independently of public transport
Other requirements
Essential
- Equality and Diversity - Promote equality and value diversity
Desirable
- Student placement with relevant client group.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy Desirable Computer literate Evidence of CPD Competent driver Knowledge & Experience Essential Knowledge of a wide range of Occupational Therapy treatment techniques Some knowledge of the appropriate legislation relating to children Desirable Some knowledge of current NHS trends which influence service provision Some knowledge of a wide range or currently available specialist paediatric equipment Skills & Aptitudes Essential Good verbal and written communication skills IT skills including word processing, e-mail and publisher skills Ability to work as part of a team Desirable Organisational skills demonstrated for example by the involvement in a particular project Good manual handling skills Person Circumstances Essential Ability to travel throughout Cumbria and elsewhere to represent the Directorate independently of public transport Other requirements Essential Equality and Diversity - Promote equality and value diversity Desirable Student placement with relevant client group.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Springboard CDC
Orton Road
Carlisle
CA2 7HE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Springboard CDC
Orton Road
Carlisle
CA2 7HE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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