Job summary

Join the main ultrasound department at Royal Berkshire and put your specialist skills at the centre of a service that truly values professional and patient-centred compassionate care.

You'll use your expertise to independently perform and report a wide range of scans, working within a team where clinical excellence is the standard.

Our sonographers are supported by our lead sonographer, a practice educator as well as a team of RDAs and radiologists.

We are proud of our preceptorship which provides a framework for sonographers to progress to 8A.

The department is accredited by QSI and is fortunate to be a University of Reading department showing our commitment to patient care and research.

Main duties of the job

Performing and range of ultrasound scans within the main radiology department (please note, obstetric scanning is not performed within the department).

Reporting findings and making appropriate recommendations.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will function as an effective member of the Ultrasound team, providing a high quality, comprehensive and efficient Ultrasound service to patients and referring clinicians; to include the timely issue of diagnostic reports, based on Ultrasound findings

The postholder will undertake all aspects of work in the Ultrasound Department, as appropriate to grade, including the supervision and mentoring of more junior staff.

The postholder will exercise autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries.

Person Specification

Application form

Essential

• HCPC registered
• Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound

Desirable

• Experience of audit

application

Essential

• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team or individually
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise own activities accordingly

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching and training skills
• Understanding of Quality Management systems and processes

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 8B Radiotherapy Services Manager

The Radiotherapy Services Manager holds principal responsibility for the strategic leadership, workforce planning, professional governance and future development of radiotherapy services across the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (RBFT), influencing organisational cancer strategy to deliver sustainable service transformation.

The role works across departmental and organisational boundaries, engaging collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and plays a key role in supporting service development in line with Trust, regional and national cancer standards.

In collaboration with the Berkshire Cancer Centre (BCC) Senior Leadership Team the post holder will develop radiotherapy services in line with changes in technology, professional recommendations, the NHS England National Cancer Plan and the Trust's strategy and priorities.

As a member of the BCC Senior Leadership Team, the RTSM will actively participate in meetings to plan the organisation, delivery and development of all aspects of the radiotherapy service to provide patient-centred, effective and coordinated care to cancer patients.

Main duties of the job

• Hold standing as the most senior therapeutic radiographer within RBFT and provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for all radiotherapy services. Act as the Trust's principal expert advisor for radiotherapy, influencing organisational strategy, workforce planning, clinical governance, service transformation and regional cancer system developments.
• Provide visible and inspirational professional leadership for the radiotherapy workforce, creating a high-performance culture that promotes innovation, continuous improvement, research, education and professional excellence.
• Be accountable for the operational management of radiotherapy services across both Royal Berkshire Hospital (RBH) and Bracknell Healthspace sites, ensuring that services are modern, standardised and developed to meet current and future demands.
• Support the development of future strategic and operational plans for the service to ensure the continued provision of evidence-based, high quality radiotherapy treatment, supported by a skilled and appropriately developed workforce.
• Direct, manage and have overall responsibility for the introduction of new treatment and planning techniques and service developments based on best available evidence and national guidance.
• Hold lead accountability for education, training, research and quality management within the department.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications and training

Essential

• BSc (Hons) degree in Therapeutic Radiotherapy or Diploma of the College of Radiographers
• Masters degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant clinical, healthcare leadership or management subject
• Relevant leadership or management qualification
• HCPC registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer

Desirable

• Post graduate teaching qualification
• Change management / project management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive and wide range of experience in radiotherapy, including management of services
• Significant experience of managing a diverse, multi-professional clinical workforce at a senior level
• Evidence of leading large-scale service transformation and organisational change
• Experience of influencing strategy at organisational, regional or national level
• Significant experience of managing senior clinical teams and complex workforce issues

Desirable

• Experience of working at network level or with the relevant professional body / regulators

Skills, knowledge and abilities

Essential

• Highly developed strategic leadership and organisational management skills
• Ability to influence and negotiate at executive, regional and national levels
• Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of principles and concepts underpinning techniques used in radiotherapy services
• Ability to work independently, balancing competing priorities and manage own time effectively
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex data and provide meaningful insights to support problem solving and service improvements
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Research skills including scientific report writing / track record of publications in scientific journals / at conferences

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

As part of the Occupational Health team the post holder will support the department to deliver high quality, comprehensive and pro active Occupational Health services.

The post holder will primarily be involved in vaccinations, venepuncture, pre employment health assessment, liaising with staff and managers as required.

The post holder will work as an effective team member, assisting in the management and the organisation of work as required.

Main duties of the job

Assist the Occupational Health (OH) Senior Clinic Nurse in the day to day management and provision of OH services to the Trust's and any additional customers.

Manage and prioritise own workload in the day to day delivery of OH services.

Works as an effective team member, demonstrate good personal communication skills and actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships.

To follow the Trust Medicines policy and departmental policies including Patient Group Directive's (PGD's) / Written Instructions on the safe storage, administration and disposal of immunisation/medication.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for a full outline of the roles and responsibilities of this post.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Pt 1/12)

Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualification experience including in acute NHS hospital settings
• Demonstrates sound understanding of personal and professional accountability
• Ability to work to challenging timescales and produce effective results
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing circumstances
• Demonstrates excellent team working
• Demonstrates a desire to explore new ways of delivering services

Desirable

• Occupational Health experience

Communication

Essential

• Excellent oral, written and inter personal communication skills
• Ability to facilitate and support learning in practice
• Good IT Skills including use of Microsoft office and outlook e-mail.

Desirable

• Experience of delivering teaching sessions and presentations.

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to place client at centre of care.
• Competent venepuncture skills
• Competent vaccination / injection skills e.g. intramuscular injections

Desirable

• Knowledge of immunisation programmes
• Knowledge of health promotion programmes
• Demonstrates ability to think laterally, creatively and innovatively to enhance client care

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 MRI Radiographer based at West Berkshire Community Hospital (WBCH) in Newbury, part of the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. WBCH is a Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) and forms part of our growing cross-site MRI service.

Due to the expansion of our MRI service, we have vacancies for enthusiastic Band 6 Diagnostic Radiographers with demonstrable post-registration MRI experience. Successful candidates will support our growing cross-site MRI service, with some Radiographers based at WBCH and others rotating between RBH and WBCH. Occasionally, all Radiographers will be required to rotate across all three sites, RBH, WBCH and Bracknell, to support service delivery and professional development.

The successful candidate must have demonstrable post-registration skills and experience in MRI imaging.

Main duties of the job

Some of the successful Radiographers will be based at WBCH (West Berkshire Community Hospital) and others rotating between RBH (Royal Berkshire Hospital) and WBCH. Occasionally, all Radiographers will be required to rotate across all three sites--RBH, WBCH and Bracknell--to support service delivery and professional development.

You must be adaptable and be prepared to work evenings and weekends as part of seven-day service delivery.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential as is the ability to work effectively, both autonomously and within a team environment.Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Diagnostic Radiographers who satisfy the essential criteria of the person specification. Candidates must be registered with the HCPC.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

- To provide a high standard of MRI imaging and ensure delivery of safe, compassionate and timelypatient care.- To communicate effectively with clinical, managerial, administrative and ancillary staff in order toensure a professional and timely service.- To act as a role model for the profession and participating in the supervision, training and support ofmore junior staff- To prioritise and organise the workload in response to clinical need and service demands.- The post holder must be willing to work across sites, and to take part in the provision of seven dayservice delivery- To deputise for Band 7 radiographers as required.- The post holder is expected to have a broad knowledge of pathology and physiology relevant to MRIimaging.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography State registration: HCPC
• Evidence of significant continuous professional development (CPD)

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 18 months recent, proven experience post registration
• Experience of working as an integral part of a successful team
• Experience of communicating with multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in supervising student radiographers, newly qualified and newly appointed staff
• Broad knowledge of pathology and physiology relevant to cross sectional imaging

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant (Elderly Care)

Exciting opportunity to join a compassionate and aspirational Therapy Team at the Royal Berkshire Hospital.

The role will entail supporting older people who are admitted in to an acute hospital to regain function and independence. A big part of the role involves supporting to get patients home safely.

The successful candidate will work with qualified Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and other member of the multidisciplinary teams to deliver a high quality service for patients.

In this role you will work in line with the trust's CARE values to deliver person-centred care to ensure the best outcomes for patients in our care.

You will work with the Occupational Therapy team to assess and treat patients. You will work with the MDT and community partner organisations to ensure patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time whenever possible.

Main duties of the job

• Face-to-face contact with patients, completing 'initial interviews' and information gathering with patients, their next of kin and other organisations such as social services.
• Delivering Occupational Therapy, working with the guidance of an Occupational Therapist to rehabilitate patients through practicing and supporting activities of daily living such as, washing and dressing, meal preparation, transfers.
• Supporting the completion of home visits with patients along side a qualified therapist.
• Liaison with internal teams to promote smooth transition for patient from hospital to community.
• Manual handling.
• Personal care.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Education/Skills

Essential

• Education to GCSE level including English and Maths
• IT skills, including email
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Understanding of hospital working
• Car driver

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with vulnerable people or customer facing role
• Previous experience in a Health or Social Care setting

Desirable

• Previous experience in therapies

Job summary

We are looking to appoint one resident doctor working at Foundation Year 2 level in General and Geriatric Medicine. The post is for 3 months commencing September 2026. This vacancy has arisen due to gaps in the Foundation programme. We would welcome applicants looking to work either full time or less than full time.

The post will involve working on Woodley ward with the Consultant-led multidisciplinary team. This is a 28 bedded Elderly care ward that provides multidisciplinary comprehensive geriatric assessment. It includes 6 side rooms prioritised for patients requiring isolation for infection control and includes 2 dedicated beds for patients receiving palliative and end of life care. This provides excellent opportunities to develop skills in this area, with input from the hospital's specialist palliative care nurses and consultants.

Main duties of the job

• Work alongside the medical team to provide Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment and ongoing care to the patients on an Elderly Care ward or in the acute medical ward and short stay unit.
• Attend Consultant and Registrar ward rounds, and review patients independently at other times.
• Communicate regularly with patients and their families or GP, to obtain collateral histories, provide medical updates and agree appropriate treatment strategies.
• Work alongside the multidisciplinary team, and attend relevant meetings, to help plan management, including discharges.
• Be able to assess and understand patients with cognitive impairment, in line with guidance provide by the Mental Capacity Act. Contribute to capacity assessments and determination of Best Interest decisions, including liaising with families and attending meetings.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details please refer to the attached job description and Person Specification. If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit please contact either of the below clinicians

- Dr Manpreet Dhillon, Consultant Geriatrician, Woodley Ward; [email protected]

- Dr Victoria Green, Consultant Geriatrician, Woodley Ward; [email protected]

Person Specification

Professional Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the GMC.
• Advanced Life Support certificate

Clinical Experience & Skills

Essential

• Experience in Geriatric Medicine
• Evidence of achievement of FY1 competencies at the time of application.
• Experience with NHS inpatient care (excluding Clinical Attachment)

Desirable

• Minimum 1 year NHS experience

Clinical Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of experience in acute medical specialties, with experience of managing patients on unselected medical take

Desirable

• Specific management of geriatric syndromes including Dementia & Delirium

Audit Management & IT

Essential

• Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines.
• Undertake audits and present data as required
• Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database

Desirable

• Completion of Quality Improvement Project

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 8A Lead Pharmacist for Children's Services

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated pharmacist to join our team asLead Pharmacist for Children's Services.

This is a varied senior clinical leadership role with the opportunity to make a real impact across paediatric services. You will provide specialist pharmacy leadership, support the safe delivery and governance of paediatric chemotherapy, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to continuously improve medicines optimisation and patient care.

The role will also contribute to medicines governance and service reviews across Women's Services, providing an opportunity to influence quality and safety across the wider Women's and Children's portfolio.

We are looking for someone with strong clinical skills, a passion for paediatric pharmacy and the confidence to lead, develop others and drive service improvement.

If you are ready for your next leadership challenge and would like to help shape the future of pharmacy services for children and families, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To lead and develop the Paediatric Pharmacy services at Royal Berkshire Hospital, including the Neonatal Care Unit and Special Care Baby Unit

To act as a clinical pharmacy leader in the field of Children's Services.

To provide leadership and training to junior team members, rotating through these clinical areas and support the wider pharmacy department with any Paediatric issues.

To support the wider MDT with any Medicines Management activities and any medication related enquiries.

To act as a senior member of the wider Pharmacy department.

To support implementation of any national or regional medicines management activities (audits, CQC recommendations).

To support the safe and cost-effective use of medications within Paediatrics.

To work collaboratively with patients and their families to help them obtain the most benefit from their medications.

To support the education and training of undergraduate pharmacy students, pharmacy staff and the wider MDT with lead pharmacist for Education, Training and Workforce development.

To provide support with pharmacy related governance issues within Women's Service as requested.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-8263886NCG

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Master Degree in Pharmacy
• Member of GPhC
• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy
• Independent Prescriber

Desirable

• Member of UKCPA
• Member of NPPG
• Postgraduate qualification in leadership , eg, MBA or Level 5/6 Senior Leadership
• Educational Supervisor Certificate/Diploma

Knowledge and Expereince

Essential

• Extensive Hospital Pharmacy Experience
• Experience in working as IP in MDT context
• Experience in paediatrcs and neonates in hospital setting
• Experience of contributing to service development, quality improvement, or implementation of change
• Ability to supervise, support and develop junior staff
• Experience in writting clinical guidelines
• Experience in line management
• Experience of finance management of medicines expenditure within healthcare

Desirable

• Experience of supporting the safe provision of chemotherapy to paediatric patients.
• Understanding of how digital tool can improve clinical practice
• Ability to evaluate and to plan service developments and to articulate their role in this process
• Experience of involvement in research, audit, or practice-based publication

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Advanced clinical reasoning
• Ability to influence prescribing and negotiate
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and to prioritise under pressure
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Contributes positively to team culture, supporting colleagues and promoting a learning environment
• Ability to articulate their own leadership style
• Able to set realistic goals and outcomes and use these to motivate themselves and their team

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Master Degree in Pharmacy Member of GPhC Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Independent Prescriber Desirable Member of UKCPA Member of NPPG Postgraduate qualification in leadership , eg, MBA or Level 5/6 Senior Leadership Educational Supervisor Certificate/Diploma Knowledge and Expereince Essential Extensive Hospital Pharmacy Experience Experience in working as IP in MDT context Experience in paediatrcs and neonates in hospital setting Experience of contributing to service development, quality improvement, or implementation of change Ability to supervise, support and develop junior staff Experience in writting clinical guidelines Experience in line management Experience of finance management of medicines expenditure within healthcare Desirable Experience of supporting the safe provision of chemotherapy to paediatric patients. Understanding of how digital tool can improve clinical practice Ability to evaluate and to plan service developments and to articulate their role in this process Experience of involvement in research, audit, or practice-based publication Skills and abilities Essential Advanced clinical reasoning Ability to influence prescribing and negotiate Excellent attention to detail Ability to work independently and to prioritise under pressure Excellent communication skills Desirable Contributes positively to team culture, supporting colleagues and promoting a learning environment Ability to articulate their own leadership style Able to set realistic goals and outcomes and use these to motivate themselves and their team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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)

Job summary

You are responsible for:Undertaking in a competent safe manner, a range of tasks to the required standards, frequencies andschedules & on a planned and ad hoc basis within the built environment.To pay due regard & observe all Health and Safety procedures including minimal handling regulationsthe appropriate use of PPE and equipment, COSHH Regulations, HTM's.Maintain a clean safe & tidy working environment at all times. Ensuring the following services/dutiesare provided which will include but not be limited to:Environmental Services (Housekeeping Cleaning).

Main duties of the job

Provide the services described below to a high standard and to take pride in the quality of their work understanding that all staff within the organization have a role to enhance patient careTo develop and maintain good working relationships with service users, patients, visitors, staff and managers as well as external agencies providing services to the Trust.Communicate and exemplar the Trust behaviour standards which promote the organization, maintain standards, being professional compassionate and caring at all times.Maintain a high standard of personal dress/uniform, conduct in keeping with the nature of your duties, ensuring that the duties carried out will reflect to the credit of the department and Trust. Attend statutory training, which will include but not be limited to Manual Handling, Infection Prevention Control, Fire and Health & Safety, Information Governance, Equality & Diversity and all other training that is required as part of your job role.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

193-8239178CORB2-SEA

Job locations

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

London

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To manage Housekeeping staff within the team, providing them with the information, direction, guidance and support necessary to enable them to undertake their responsibilities and duties

• To work with other Housekeeping Team Leaders to ensure adequate staffing cover and the effective day-to-day operation and co-ordination of the Housekeeping service. To cover for other Housekeeping Team Leaders when required.

• To plan rosters to ensure that daily staffing levels can meet predicted activity within the allocated budget

• To develop and maintain effective methods of staff communication and involvement within the team in support of Housekeeping and Directorate objectives, using methods that reflect the needs and working patterns of staff

• To recruit and select new Housekeeping staff to the team, following Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures. As requested, to support other Housekeeping Team Leaders in the recruitment and selection of their staff

• To co-ordinate the induction of new Housekeeping staff joining the team, in accordance with Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures

• To manage the performance and development of staff in the team, including undertaking the annual appraisal and development reviews of team members and ensuring that all team members have a current personal development plan

• To ensure that all members of the team maintain a high standard of conduct and personal dress/uniform. To ensure that team members always act in a courteous, professional, compassionate and caring manner

• To ensure that all team members are able to respond effectively to all medical and non-medical emergencies, in accordance with Directorate and Trust procedures, (including Major Incidents)

• To contribute to the development of Housekeeping service training and development plans. As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager and the Quality Manager with the planning, implementation and delivery of statutory, Directorate and Housekeeping service training

• To ensure compliance within the team with existing Trust, Directorate and Housekeeping service policies, procedures and established safe working practices. To lead on the introduction of agreed new policies, procedures and working practices within the team

• To manage the delegated pay budget and, as appropriate, non-pay budgets, for the team, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively to meet agreed staffing and budgetary targets.

• To support the development and maintenance of good working relationships with internal customers of the Housekeeping service, representing the department on working groups or at regular user meetings.

• To work with internal customers to resolve any problems and complaints that may arise in relation to the Housekeeping service provided by the team

• To contribute to the development of service improvement ideas and initiatives within the Housekeeping service by:

• Helping to identify how the Housekeeping service can better meet the needs of the Trust, internal customers and patients
• Contributing to the development, planning and introduction of service improvement ideas within the Housekeeping service and the Directorate

• To maintain manual and electronic Housekeeping service records as required, including schedules of work, staff absence and leave, weekly and monthly timecards and time sheets

• As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager with the provision of data and other written information relating to the Housekeeping service. Maintain manual and electronic records for example weekly & monthly time sheets, overtime system and audits as required, involving team members to support accurate data management and development of team members.

• As required, to prepare written proposals and make presentations to managers on Housekeeping and other related topics

• To order, requisition and issue materials and equipment as required and in accordance with Housekeeping service and Trust procedures

• As required and as appropriate, to cover for Housekeeping Team Leaders in their absence.

Job description Job responsibilities To manage Housekeeping staff within the team, providing them with the information, direction, guidance and support necessary to enable them to undertake their responsibilities and duties To work with other Housekeeping Team Leaders to ensure adequate staffing cover and the effective day-to-day operation and co-ordination of the Housekeeping service. To cover for other Housekeeping Team Leaders when required. To plan rosters to ensure that daily staffing levels can meet predicted activity within the allocated budget To develop and maintain effective methods of staff communication and involvement within the team in support of Housekeeping and Directorate objectives, using methods that reflect the needs and working patterns of staff To recruit and select new Housekeeping staff to the team, following Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures. As requested, to support other Housekeeping Team Leaders in the recruitment and selection of their staff To co-ordinate the induction of new Housekeeping staff joining the team, in accordance with Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures To manage the performance and development of staff in the team, including undertaking the annual appraisal and development reviews of team members and ensuring that all team members have a current personal development plan To ensure that all members of the team maintain a high standard of conduct and personal dress/uniform. To ensure that team members always act in a courteous, professional, compassionate and caring manner To ensure that all team members are able to respond effectively to all medical and non-medical emergencies, in accordance with Directorate and Trust procedures, (including Major Incidents) To contribute to the development of Housekeeping service training and development plans. As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager and the Quality Manager with the planning, implementation and delivery of statutory, Directorate and Housekeeping service training To ensure compliance within the team with existing Trust, Directorate and Housekeeping service policies, procedures and established safe working practices. To lead on the introduction of agreed new policies, procedures and working practices within the team To manage the delegated pay budget and, as appropriate, non-pay budgets, for the team, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively to meet agreed staffing and budgetary targets. To support the development and maintenance of good working relationships with internal customers of the Housekeeping service, representing the department on working groups or at regular user meetings. To work with internal customers to resolve any problems and complaints that may arise in relation to the Housekeeping service provided by the team To contribute to the development of service improvement ideas and initiatives within the Housekeeping service by: Helping to identify how the Housekeeping service can better meet the needs of the Trust, internal customers and patients Contributing to the development, planning and introduction of service improvement ideas within the Housekeeping service and the Directorate To maintain manual and electronic Housekeeping service records as required, including schedules of work, staff absence and leave, weekly and monthly timecards and time sheets As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager with the provision of data and other written information relating to the Housekeeping service. Maintain manual and electronic records for example weekly & monthly time sheets, overtime system and audits as required, involving team members to support accurate data management and development of team members. As required, to prepare written proposals and make presentations to managers on Housekeeping and other related topics To order, requisition and issue materials and equipment as required and in accordance with Housekeeping service and Trust procedures As required and as appropriate, to cover for Housekeeping Team Leaders in their absence.

Person Specification

Interview and assesment

Essential

• Customer services experience

Desirable

• Have experience of one of the facilities disciplines or related areas

Interview & Assesment

Essential

• Customer services experience

Person Specification Interview and assesment Essential Customer services experience Desirable Have experience of one of the facilities disciplines or related areas Interview & Assesment Essential Customer services experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

London

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 NHS Foundation Trust

London

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Band 3 Healthcare Assistant (Windsor Dialysis Unit)

PLEASE NOTE: This post is based at Windsor Dialysis Unit, Old Ambulance Station, Maidenhead Road, Windsor, SL4 5EY- and attracts a Fringe payment of 5% of gross basic salary.

We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant to work full-time 37.5 hours per week at our Windsor Dialysis Unit - you must be able to work all shifts AM, PM and Twilight Shifts.

Windsor dialysis unit is 24 bedded dialysis unit located in the middle of Windsor Town near Windsor Castle and the racecourse.

We work as a team to provide high quality of care to our patients.

Windsor Dialysis Unit is proud to be part ofBerkshire Kidney Unit: University Department of Renal Medicine. We are recognized by the University of Reading for our excellence in clinical care, education and research that the whole department delivers.

A visit to our unit is highly recommended.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide high quality fundamental care to patients under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Practitioner in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner.

Acting always in the patient's best interests.

Protecting and maintaining the patient's privacy and dignity at all times.

Providing individualized care for a diverse group of patients respecting personal beliefs and preferences.

Alert the Registered Practitioner and/or Ward/ Department Manager to any change or concern relating to the welfare of the patient in a timely manner.

Assisting nurses in the Haemodialysis Unit to provide a holistic care to patients. Training will be provided for enhanced practice.

As part of the induction process, all new Healthcare Assistants will be supported to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate (attached document refers) developed by Health Education England, Skills for Health and Skills for Care (2015).

This fantastic opportunity will allow you to gain formal recognition for the skills and knowledge you develop within the first 12 weeks of employment within the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.

About us

Windsor 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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification/Training

Essential

• NVQ / QCF level 2 in Health or Health and Social Care.
• Completion of Care Certificate.

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a hospital or other care setting.

Other

Essential

• Information technology literate.

Job summary

Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist (Urgent Care rotation)

**This is a fixed-term/secondment opportunity from October 2026 to June 2027**

• To be a Senior Physiotherapist delivering patient-centred, caring therapy for Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospital (RBFT).
• To be professionally responsible for all aspects of your own work including the therapeutic management of patients in your care, with support from your supervisor.
• To use your physiotherapy knowledge and skills to provide specialist support and advice to the Multi-Disciplinary team and to manage own caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner.
• To deliver a high quality, effective and efficient physiotherapy service in the Therapy team.
• To be a member of the Therapy Department team, contributing to service development in Therapies and the Trust.
• Rotations include: Intensive Care Unit, Respiratory In-patients, Acute Medical Unit/High Monitoring Unit and Respiratory Out-patients.

Main duties of the job

To be an Experienced Physiotherapist working for Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospital.

To participate in the management and clinical leadership of physiotherapy in conjunction with the Band 7 Advanced specialist or Team Lead.

To use specialist physiotherapy knowledge and clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist support and advice to the physiotherapy team and to manage own caseload of patients with complex conditions as an autonomous practitioner.

To ensure a high quality, effective and efficient physiotherapy service in designated area.

To be a member of the Therapy Department contributing to planning and policy development in these departments.

To deputise for the Band 7 Advanced specialist as required. To be a member of the Therapy Department team, contributing to service development in Therapies and the Trust.

To deputise for the Band 7 clinical lead Physiotherapist as required.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Our innovative Therapies Practice Education Team are an integral part of our staff's experience in their roles. Please follow this link to see more of what we do!https://youtu.be/dFeVzr_UqCw

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-8153328NCG-B

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience across all core clinical areas
• Respiratory Physiotherapy experience
• Experience of carrying out complex functional assessments and treatments

Desirable

• Experience of supporting students and junior members of staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge post-qualification

Desirable

• IT skills including word and e-mail use
• Knowledge of NHS structure

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registered

Person Specification Experience Essential NHS experience across all core clinical areas Respiratory Physiotherapy experience Experience of carrying out complex functional assessments and treatments Desirable Experience of supporting students and junior members of staff Knowledge Essential Specialist knowledge post-qualification Desirable IT skills including word and e-mail use Knowledge of NHS structure Education & Qualifications Essential Degree or other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy HCPC Registered

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

Craven 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

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Band 3 Assistant Patient Pathway Coordinator (Audiology) This is a Part Time post for 22.5 hours per week. The Assistant Patient Pathway Coordinator provides administrative support to the Audiology service, ensuring patients are managed efficiently throughout their care pathway from referral to discharge. The role involves coordinating appointments, maintaining accurate patient records, supporting waiting list management and acting as a key point of contact for patients, clinicians and external organisations. The post holder contributes to delivering a high-quality patient experience while supporting the service to meet operational and performance targets. Main Responsibilities:

• Manage patient appointments and clinic bookings.
• Coordinate patient pathways, support waiting list management.
• Maintain accurate records on EPR and other Trust systems.
• Manage clinic changes, cancellations and diary schedules.
• Ensure patient records are handled in line with Information Governance requirements.
• Contribute to service improvements and provide cross cover within the administration team.

The role contributes directly to meeting operational targets and delivering positive patient experience.

Main duties of the job

Manage Patient Appointments and Pathways:

• Process referrals and ensure patients are booked into the appropriate clinics.
• Schedule new and follow-up appointments.
• Identify potential delays or pathway breaches and escalate issues appropriately.
• Maintain accurate pathway information on Trust systems
• Manage clinic cancellations and re-book patients within required timescales.
• Ensure patients progress smoothly from referral through to discharge.
• Ensure patient information is accurate and up-to-date.
• Track and manage health records in compliance with Information Governance requirements.
• Attend service development meetings.

The post is a patient-focused administrative point of contact for patients, clinicians and other healthcare organisations, ensuring that patients move smoothly through their care pathway. You will be responsible for coordinating appointments, managing waiting lists and patient tracking, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the delivery of a high-quality patient experience.

About us

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.

Our "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience
• GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• Computer Literacy Course, e.g. ECDL

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using of IT systems and patient data systems
• Experience of scheduling outpatient appointments and/or admissions
• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment team

Desirable

• Experience of handling patient complaints

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Essential

• Accurate data entry, typing and checking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels
• Understanding of patient priorities and performance targets related to appointments and waiting times
• Knowledge of healthcare administrative systems and processes

Job summary

We are looking for an organised and approachable Employee Relations Assistant to provide a comprehensive administrative and employee relations support service. Acting as a first point of contact, you will respond to queries from managers, employees and external parties to support employee relations activities. For an organised, professional and customer-focused administrator with a keen interest in enhancing employee experience, this varied role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge of employee relations and wider people practices within a supportive team. The post also provides a valuable development opportunity for someone wishing to progress towards an Employee Relations Advisor or other people management role. On-site working in our friendly office is a requirement for this role.

Main duties of the job

This is a varied role supporting the delivery of a high quality, effective and efficient employee relations service within a large and complex organisation. The Employee Relations Assistant role involves providing information on people policies and procedures, maintaining accurate and confidential records, supporting arrangements for formal meetings, undertaking employer compliance activities, responding to information requests and assisting the team in providing lower-complexity advice and casework support, with appropriate guidance. You will utilise your strong communication and interpersonal skills to respond to enquiries and liaise with a range of colleagues at all levels from across the organisation as well as external stakeholders, working alongside the Employee Relations Manager and Advisors, as well as other People Directorate colleagues as appropriate. With your excellent IT, digital and administrative abilities, methodical approach and attention to detail, you will ensure accurate and timely record-keeping and contribute to process improvements and the development of internal systems, as well as undertaking ad-hoc projects to support wider People initiatives.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

We support flexible working wherever possible, with requests considered on an individual basis taking into account service requirements, operational needs and the requirements of the role.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Essential

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

Job summary

Band 4 Patient Pathway Coordinator (CAT Team 4 Gastroenterology)

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Planned Care team as a Patient Pathway Coordinator (PPC).

We currently have an opportunity for a Band 4 PPC at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (RBFT), where we provide a first-class, efficient, pro-active and patient-focused admin service.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and organized individual to provide specialist admin support to the Paediatrics team.

You will need to be confident working within a team in a fast-paced environment and have good IT skills, be comfortable communicating with patients and colleagues at all levels and work quickly and accurately under pressure.

You will be responsible and accountable for consistently and accurately carrying out your duties as well as the provision of a high quality and efficient service, providing this in a confident and courteous way to service users.

Main duties of the job

The role will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Clinical Team.

You will support the CAT in the delivery of a patient-focused service, and be responsible for the processing of general admin duties, answering the telephones to patients, other healthcare providers and internal staff, scheduling of appointments, processing of clinic letters and other administrative duties.

This post benefits from previous experience of delivering high levels of customer/patient service, working within an administrative environment, preferable experience within the NHS but this is not essential, using multiple computer systems and managing data (electronic and paper based).

Knowledge of the 18 week pathway would also be beneficial.

Full compliance with local procedures, deadlines and best practice will be a key part of the role.

About us

Reading sits on the River Thames and is served by 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.

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is"Working together to provide outstanding care for our community."

We areCompassionate in our thoughts, words and actions

We areAspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate

We areResourceful and responsible in the way we work and live

We areExcellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice.

Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don't you come and join us, we pride ourselves, our staff and services on excellence.

We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Administration/ Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience
• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths, grades A-C

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Experience of handling patient/customer queries

Desirable

• Understanding of patient priorities and performance targets related to appointments and waiting times
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Previous Experience

Essential

• NHS Admin Experience
• Experience of scheduling outpatient appointments and/or admissions
• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment team

Desirable

• Understanding of patient priorities and performance targets related to appointments and waiting times
• Experience of handling complaints

IT Skills

Essential

• Experience of using full range of IT systems including accurate data entry, typing and checking skills
• Ability to use own judgement to resolve problems and queries competently, including those of a sensitive and confidential nature

Abilities on Systems and process

Essential

• Experience of using patient data systems.
• Experience on following standard operating procedures on hospital processes and systems

Job summary

We are looking for a confident and motivated Employee Relations Advisor to join our Employee Relations Team. We are seeking someone with relevant advisory experience, strong communication skills and knowledge of employment legislation who can remain calm, organised and professional in a busy environment. Working closely with managers across the Trust, you will provide professional advice on a broad range of employee relations matters and help identify fair, practical and timely solutions. You will manage a varied caseload, providing timely and practical advice to managers on matters including attendance, conduct, performance, grievance resolution, flexible working and employment terms and conditions. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your employee relations expertise and contribute to policy development, organisational initiatives and help strengthen a Just Culture approach and employee relations capability in a large fast-paced organisation. If you are organised, approachable and passionate about good people management, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

You will build constructive relationships with managers, employees and trade union representatives, while coaching managers to handle workforce matters fairly, consistently and in line with employment legislation, national terms and conditions, Trust policies and best practice. Alongside managing your own caseload, you will be providing advice ona broad range of workforce matters and people management. You will support informal and formal processes, including investigations and employee meetings, maintain accurate case records, utilise workforce intelligence reports, administer contractual changes and employee entitlements and help strengthen managers' confidence and capability to enhance employee relations across the Trust. Whilst you will be capable of working independently, you will also work alongside the Senior Employee Relations Advisors and Employee Relations Manager to deliver a consistently high quality and effective service. You will apply your employee relations knowledge to interpret and analyse relevant information and utilise your excellent interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills to identify, advise and implement appropriate solutions.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

We support flexible working wherever possible, with requests considered on an individual basis taking into account service requirements, operational needs and the requirements of the role.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level / part qualified or studying for Level 5 CIPD qualification or equivalent

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Up to date specialist knowledge of employment legislation and current people management issues and the ability to interpret and apply it appropriately
• Previous experience in providing advice and guidance on a range of employee relations issues

Desirable

• Skills and ability to embrace new technology and tools to deliver a high quality and up-to-date ER service, responsive to changing ways of working

Skills

Essential

• Able to work on own initiative to add value and contribute to business success

Desirable

• Skills and ability to embrace new technology and tools to deliver a high quality and up-to-date ER service, responsive to changing ways of working

Job summary

Band 6 Experienced Occupational Therapist - Paediatrics

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a fixed-term/secondment opportunity until September 2027 (to cover a secondment).**

This static post provides an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and highly valued therapy team within Paediatrics, based at Dingley Child Development Centre, University of Reading Campus.

The post holder will autonomously manage a complex caseload of inpatient and outpatient children aged 0-18 with a range of physical, developmental and complex neurological conditions and diagnoses. This will involve specialist assessment and management of the caseload and the providing clinical assessment and treatment.

We are a friendly, very supportive and proactive multidisciplinary team with fantastic links with our community and system partners.

For further information please see the attached job description and person specification.

We attract Occupational Therapists from all over the country and internationally. If you'd like to see more about what we do, please go to our Twitter @rbhtherapyteam.

Main duties of the job

To autonomously manage a complex caseload of inpatient and outpatient children aged 0-16 with a range of therapeutic needs. This will involve specialist assessment and management of the caseload and the therapist will provide clinical assessment and treatment.

To be an Occupational Therapist clinical specialising in the management of Paediatrics at the Dingley Child Development Centre and other Trust locations as required.

To work as a member of the MDT supporting the Occupational Therapy team for the Child Development Centre in conjunction with the Band 7 Occupational Therapist and Dingley Therapy Team Lead.

To use specialist occupational therapy knowledge and clinical reasoning skills to provide support and advice to the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team and other healthcare staff, and to manage own caseload of patients with complex conditions as an autonomous practitioner.

To support the delivery of a high quality, effective and efficient paediatric Occupational Therapy service.

To support the Therapy Management team in planning and policy development for the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team.

To deputise for the Paediatric Band 7 Occupational Therapist as required.

About us

We are one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country - serving a population of more than 500,000 people - and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire.

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, 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.

Our Trust "CARE" values :Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Our innovative Therapies Practice Education Team are an integral part of our staff's experience in their roles. Please follow this link to see more of what we do!https://youtu.be/dFeVzr_UqCw

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Skills & Experience

Essential

• Post graduate specialist experience as demonstrated by ongoing CPD , evidence-based project work, post graduate teaching
• Understanding of a broad range of paediatric conditions
• Post-graduate training in the management of conditions
• Experience of teaching and presenting to other staff
• Experience of supervising and developing other staff and students

Desirable

• BSc OT
• Specialist knowledge in related area
• Research or audit experience
• Training and Presentation skills

Other

Essential

• Car driver with UK driving licence, able to drive pool car for home visits

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or other recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registered

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 6 Experienced Occupational Therapist (Elderly Care)

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a fixed-term or secondment opportunity until December 2027 (to cover Maternity Leave).**

This static post provides an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and highly valued therapy team within Elderly Care.

The role involves providing specialist therapy for older people and involvement in service development projects to provide continuous improvement within the area.

The post will be operating across the six inpatient elderly care wards including the Hip Fracture Unit; working with individuals with a variety of complex needs. Additionally, there are clinical responsibilities for the weekly Movement Disorders and Falls MDT Clinics.

The role also requires a willingness to develop leadership skills, an excellent opportunity for a Band 5 or 6 looking to further their career.

Main duties of the job

• To be an occupational therapist specialist working for Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospital (RBFT).
• To participate in the operational management and clinical leadership of occupational therapy in conjunction with the Band 7 Advanced specialist.
• To use specialist occupational therapy knowledge and clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist support and advice to the occupational therapy team and to manage own caseload of patients with complex conditions as an autonomous practitioner.
• To ensure a high quality, effective and efficient occupational therapy service in designated area.
• To be a member of the Therapy Department contributing to planning and policy development in these departments.
• To deputise for the Band 7 Advanced specialist as required.

About us

The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest District General Hospitals in the country. The hospital achieved Foundation Trust status on 1st June 2006. It was the first Foundation Trust in the South Central Strategic Health Authority.

The Trust has a successful track record of delivering high quality acute medical and surgical services for 500,000 patients across West Berkshire, an area extending from Newbury in the west to Henley-on-Thames in the east, and including Wokingham and parts of Hampshire to the south and parts of Oxfordshire to the north. The Trust is Reading's biggest employer.

We attract Occupational Therapists from all over the country and internationally. If you'd like to see more about what we do, please go to our twitter @rbhtherapyteam.

Our innovative Therapies Practice Education Team are an integral part of our staff's experience in their roles. Please follow this link to see more of what we do!https://youtu.be/dFeVzr_UqCw

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Knowledge/Skills & Experience

Essential

• Post graduate specialist experience as demonstrated by ongoing CPD , evidence-based project work, post graduate teaching
• Specialist post graduate experience
• Understanding of a broad range of Elderly Care conditions
• Post-graduate training in the management of conditions
• Experience of teaching and presenting to other staff
• Experience of supervising and developing other staff and students

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge in related area
• Research or audit experience
• Training and Presentation skills

Other

Essential

• Car driver with UK driving licence, able to drive pool car for access visits

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or other recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registered

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 6 Experienced Rotational Physiotherapist in Specialist Rehabilitation

Are you looking for the next challenge in your career as a Band 6 Physiotherapist?

We are pleased to offer a very exciting opportunity to join our team as a Band 6 Physio on the Specialist Rehabilitation wheel.

In this rotational position you will gain enhanced knowledge and skills in the treatment of patients in the following clinical areas: Stroke, Paediatrics, Specialist Medicine / Elderly Care and Medicine (including amputee rehab).

We are looking for a dynamic and ambitious individual to join our supportive and forward thinking team!

Main duties of the job

The post is suitable for an experienced physiotherapist with past experience in the above clinical areas; as alongside the team you will be working with patients with varied, often complex conditions.

In this role you will develop managerial skills by supervising junior staff and students; and also have opportunity to contribute to service development working alongside senior colleagues.

The successful applicant will have NHS experience and possess excellent assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment and teaching skills.

You will have sound IT skills and demonstrate the Trust's values ofCompassion,Aspiration,Resourcefulness andExcellence.

Contribution to seven day working and on-call working is required of the post holder in this role.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

In many areas, the Trust is nationally recognised as delivering outstanding care and the Therapies service is fully focused on delivering on the trusts ambition to continue to enhance this excellent work.

This is embodied in the Therapies service vision:"Todeliver a high quality, patient-centred, modern service which promotes innovative thinking and prioritises the development of staff".

Our innovative Therapies Practice Education Team are an integral part of our staff's experience in their roles. Please follow this link to see more of what we do!https://youtu.be/dFeVzr_UqCw

Come and join our team as we pride ourselves, our staff and our services on excellence.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Degree or other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registered
• NHS experience across all core clinical areas, including respiratory

Desirable

• Rehab experience in acute hospital
• Up to date knowledge of research and evidence based

Leadership

Essential

• Examples of leadership

Desirable

• Leadership course completed

NHS Rehab Experience

Essential

• NHS rehab experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of rehabillitation

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 5 Staff Nurse (Discharge Lounge)

PLEASE NOTE: Sponsorship is not normally available for this vacancy - applicants must have the right-to-work in the UK for this role by their proposed start date.

The Discharge Lounge is a purpose built facility in which adult patients wait on their day of discharge for last day treatment, transport (Private or hospital), for their medications or for other reasons.

The post holder will work with the senior staff nurse to accelerate hospital bed capacity by safely managing patients who are medically fit for discharge and can be transferred to the discharge lounge.

Main duties of the job

• Facilitating early ward transfers by identifying and receiving patients from the inpatient wards early in the day to free up acute beds for emergency and elective admissions.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary discharges by liaising with pharmacy team, transport liaison officer and ward staff to resolve any delays.
• Monitoring patients, delivering personal care, providing meals and administering medications to patients in a relaxed setting.
• Updating next of kin, care homes, community hospitals , transport providers to ensure a smooth, coordinated safe discharge.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for undertaking and recording a comprehensive nursing assessment and planning, delivering and evaluating high standards of evidenced based nursing care to a diverse group of patients in the discharge lounge.

• Is expected to deliver care without direct supervision. Is accountable for the care delivered and any omissions of care.
• Is expected to teach and supervise more junior staff, students and the non registered nursing workforce.
• Is accountable for care or any omissions of care that he/she delegates to others.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) - Part 1
• Excellent verbal and non verbal communication skills. Ability to actively listen to and hear peoples issues and concerns.
• Ability to actively listen to and hear peoples issues and concerns. Ability to communicate difficult, complex and contentious information in a way that is heard and understood

Desirable

• Experience (through placement or employment) of working in an acute clinical environment
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Demonstrates awareness of current professional nursing issues

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate understanding of discharge process
• Able to work under own initiative and without direct supervision within responsibilities of role

Desirable

• Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and up to date nursing practice with evidence of critical thinking and problem solving
• Shows interest in facilitating learning and development of others

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates an empathetic, caring and sensitive approach to patients, relatives and carers

Desirable

• Embraces change and innovation positively and with enthusiasm

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 3 Assistant Patient Pathway Coordinator (CAT 9 - Rheumatology)

This is a part-time post for 30 hours per week.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join our Rheumatology Team to assist the Patient Pathway Manager and Patient Pathway Coordinators by carrying out delegated responsibilities for a range of operational activities, working autonomously using initiative and their specialist knowledge and experience of the service to make decision.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an on-site role and is not suitable for remote working.

Main duties of the job

To specialise in specific modality appointment bookings but have an overview and knowledge of all booking processes.

To ensure full compliance with scheduling guidelines, protocols and clinical targets whilst identifying and resolving breach situations and the consequences of changes to timetables and potential impact on capacity.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be the point of contact for all administrative issues relating to patients pathway of care.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide support in the proactive management of the patient pathway from referral to discharge, ensuring the entire pathway is managed smoothly.

To ensure high levels of patient and clinician satisfaction by being an accessible, customer-focused and knowledgeable point of contact.

To provide a consistent approach across the Trust; Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) will describe how the functions of the role will be carried out, along with the timescales to which are to be adhered.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent
• Educated to A-level, or NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using of IT systems and patient data systems
• Experience of scheduling outpatient appointments and/or admissions
• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment team

Desirable

• Experience of working in healthcare setting

Job summary

Band 3 Assistant Patient Pathway Coordinator (CAT 9 - Rheumatology)

This is a full-time post for 37.5 hours per week.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join our Rheumatology Team to assist the Patient Pathway Manager and Patient Pathway Coordinators by carrying out delegated responsibilities for a range of operational activities, working autonomously using initiative and their specialist knowledge and experience of the service to make decision.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an on-site role and is not suitable for remote working.

Main duties of the job

To specialise in specific modality appointment bookings, but have an overview and knowledge of all booking processes.

To ensure full compliance with scheduling guidelines, protocols and clinical targets whilst identifying and resolving breach situations and the consequences of changes to timetables and potential impact on capacity.

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be the point of contact for all administrative issues relating to patients pathway of care.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide support in the proactive management of the patient pathway from referral to discharge, ensuring the entire pathway is managed smoothly.

To ensure high levels of patient and clinician satisfaction by being an accessible, customer-focused and knowledgeable point of contact.

To provide a consistent approach across the Trust; Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) will describe how the functions of the role will be carried out, along with the timescales to which are to be adhered.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent
• Educated to A-level, or NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using of IT systems and patient data systems
• Experience of scheduling outpatient appointments and/or admissions
• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment team

Desirable

• Experience of working in healthcare setting

Job summary

Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist - 88982

Grade: Band 7

Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, RG1 5AN

Ward: Pharmacy - Aseptics

Pay Rates: £28.90 per hour

Shift Patterns: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 09:00-17:15

Why might this job interest you?

Are you a skilled and compassionate Pharmacist with experience within aseptic services? Are ready to play a crucial role in patient care? Join our team at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust and help us make a difference!

Main duties of the job

To act as an Authorised Pharmacist and take professional responsibility for the safe and timely preparation and supply of systemic anti-cancer therapy and aseptically prepared products.

Providing professional and technical support in the preparation of systemic anti-cancer therapy and aseptically prepared products.

Accuracy check dispensed and prepared SACT in the Aseptics unit

Support the development of the clinical pharmacy service to Oncology and Haematology Clinics.

Support Accountable Pharmacist and Aseptics Services Manager in maintenance of Quality Management Systems.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for a more detailed breakdown of the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or UK recognised equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience is Essential.
• Experience within Aseptic/Oncology is Essential.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Aseptic Services Technician (Band 3 to Band 4 Development Role)

Are you interested in developing a specialist technical career in pharmacy aseptic services?

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals with excellent attention to detail to join our team.

This is a Band 3 to Band 4 progression post - you do not need to be a Pharmacy Technician to apply. Full training will be provided.

You will support the preparation and supply of medicines, including chemotherapy, biological medicines & clinical trial treatments.

Working in our cleanroom and isolator environment, you will develop skills in aseptic preparation, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), quality systems, stock management & other technical activities.

You will complete the Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) qualification alongside the Trust's aseptic training and competency programme.

Successful completion of the SMT qualification and required Band 4 competencies will lead to progression to Band 4, based on achievement of the development pathway.

At Band 4 you will undertake a wider range of specialist technical activities with greater autonomy and support the training of less experienced staff.

You should be accurate, organised, practical, committed to learning and able to follow detailed procedures, work effectively in a team and maintain high standards of quality and patient safety.

Relevant experience is advantageous, but applicants with the aptitude and commitment to develop are encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a key member of the Pharmacy Aseptic Services team, supporting the safe, effective and timely preparation and supply of aseptically prepared medicines for patients across the Trust.

The post holder will undertake a range of specialist technical activities associated with aseptic preparation, including the assembly, preparation, in-process checking and supply of aseptically prepared medicines, in accordance with their training and demonstrated competence.

The role will support the preparation of a range of products, which may include cytotoxic medicines, monoclonal antibodies, clinical trial medicines and other aseptically prepared products.

The post holder will work in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), the Trust's Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS), approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), relevant national guidance and local policies and contribute to maintaining the aseptic unit in a state of readiness for internal and external audit and inspection.

The post holder will also support the training, supervision and competency development of less experienced staff and trainees working within Aseptic Services.

About us

The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest District General Hospitals in the country. The hospital achieved Foundation Trust status on 1st June 2006. It was the first Foundation Trust in the South-Central Strategic Health Authority. The Trust has a successful record of delivering high quality acute medical and surgical services for 500,000 patients across West Berkshire, an area extending from Newbury in the west to Henley-on-Thames in the east and including Wokingham and parts of Hampshire to the south and parts of Oxfordshire to the north. The Trust is Reading's biggest employer.

We put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision "Working together to provide outstanding care for our community."

We areCompassionate in our thoughts, words, and actions.

We areAspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate.

We areResourceful and responsible in the way we work and live.

We areExcellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice.

The Pharmacy Department is a friendly and progressive team, committed to supporting professional development. The department consists of approximately 120 members of staff and includes Pharmacists, Technicians, Assistants and Admin staff from almost 40 different nationalities.

Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust delivered by amazing people so why don't you come and join us?

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) English and Mathematics
• Level 2 BTEC (Pharmacy Service Skills or Unit 7 - Principles of Safe Preparation and Manufacturing of Medicines and Medicinal Products)
• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Science Manufacturing Technician or willingness to complete
• Willingness and ability to undertake the Trust's Aseptic Services competency and validation programme
• Understanding of the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and their application

Desirable

• GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above in English Language, Mathematics and two Science subjects
• Practice Supervisor, workplace assessor or equivalent training/assessment qualification
• Pre- and In-Process Checking (PIPC) accreditation or equivalent, or willingness to undertake
• Current registration with the Science Council as a Registered Science Technician
• ILM L3 in Leadership and management or equivalent qualification in management

Experience

Essential

• oRelevant experience within a GMP / aseptic facility or work as a Band 3 pharmacy assistant or Relevant experience working in a Radiopharmacy (involving the handling of radioactive materials)

Desirable

• Experience of aseptic manufacturing operation for preparation of aseptic products
• Experience of using aseptic quality management software
• Experience of handling cytotoxic materials

Skills, knowledge & abilities

Essential

• Good awareness of manufacturing/aseptic preparation practice
• Demonstrated knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety at work
• Knowledge of chemotherapy and safe handling requirements of cytotoxic drugs
• Able to work to Standard Operating Procedures
• Ability to use initiative and work independently
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Interest and aptitude for technical processes
• Demonstrates the ability to complete documentation accurately with attention to detail
• Demonstrates the ability to work under pressure and within agreed deadlines
• Is able to undertake the aseptic preparation of medicines in the unit, involving repetitive manual dexterity and concentration
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• ICT literate and able to use Microsoft office e.g., Microsoft Excel and word

Desirable

• Excellent aseptic technique and clean room behaviour
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice in relation to clinical trial activities
• Ability to teach and coach staff

Job summary

Job Title: Senior Pharmacy Assistant - 91032

Grade: Band 3

Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, RG1 5AN

Ward: Pharmacy Operational

Pay Rates: £14.05 per hour

Shift Patterns: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 09:30-17:30

Why might this job interest you?

Are you a skilled and compassionate Pharmacy Assistant with Dispensary experience? Are ready to play a crucial role in patient care? Join our team at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust and help us make a difference!

Main duties of the job

Accurately label and dispense inpatient prescriptions under the supervision of a Pharmacy Technician according (MDS) trays.

Ensure inpatient and discharge prescriptions are printed from the e-prescribing system, booked into the prescription tracking system and passed to the dispensary team for processing in priority order.

Pack checked & dispensed prescriptions and other items into the ward bags for transportation to the wards/theatres & departments to facilitate timely delivery in accordance with the porters delivery schedule.

Carry out daily cyclical stock checks under the supervision of the Pharmacy Technician, ensuring returned stock/medicines are dealt with appropriately.

Assist in ensuring adequate medicinal supplies are available and stock control management and monitoring of environmental conditions for storage of medicines is monitored.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for a more detailed breakdown of the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ and BTEC Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in pharmacy, hospital or community.

Desirable

• Experience using CMM computer system.
• Dispensing experience including Monitored Dosage System (MDS) trays.

Job summary

PLEASE NOTE: PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY

Band 7 Reporting Sonographer in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

**Full Time and Part Time hours available**

Join us as a Reporting Sonographer and put your specialist skills at the centre of a service that truly values professional and patient-centred compassionate care.

We're looking for confident, highly trained professionals with a PG Certificate in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) from a CASE-accredited institution.

You'll use your expertise to independently perform and report a wide range of maternity and gynaecology scans, working within a team where clinical excellence is the standard.

Our sonographers are supported by fetal medicine specialists, obstetricians, early pregnancy experts, and gynaecologists, giving you direct access to multidisciplinary insight and ongoing professional development.

We're a small, committed team with a strong learning culture, high clinical standards, and a genuine appreciation for specialist skill.

With flexible working options and full-time or part-time contracts, you can shape a role that fits your life as well as your ambitions.

If you want your skills to be recognised, supported, and put to meaningful use, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Performing transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound scans for all types of obstetric and gynaecology scans.

Reporting findings and making appropriate referrals to multidisciplinary team as well as communicating findings to patients.

Performing and reporting ultrasound scans for obstetrics, including screening for nuchal translucency , anomaly , growth scans, early pregnancy and gynaecology scans.

About us

Reading sits on the River Thames and is served by 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.

Our "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to a minimum of 1st degree level
• CASE accredited qualification in medical ultrasound
• DQASS or FMF accreditation in 1st trimester screening

Desirable

• MSc or MA
• Qualified Radiographer
• Registered Midwife

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate ultrasound experience
• Participated in Audit Process

Desirable

• Leadership experience
• Experience in facilitation, teaching, assessing, and coaching

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Job summary

Band 4 Administration Team Coordinator (Sexual Health)

• To ensure high levels of patient & clinical satisfaction by being accessible, patient focused and a knowledgeable point of contact, working within the Florey Clinic and adhering to the British Association of Sexual Health and HIV guidelines / policies / protocols.
• Ability to supervise the administration team and allocate work appropriately. Working with the Patient Pathway Manager and Service Manager to ensure the smooth running of the service.
• Participate in the provision of an integrated sexual health service, assisting clinicians in managing patient requirements. Specifically, the post holder will be a point of contact for all administrative issues relating to patients' pathways of care within the Florey Unit.
• Requires a good working knowledge of administrative standard operating procedures (SOPs) relating to all aspects of the service and can provide both reception and administrative cover and support to any aspect of the service when needed. This role includes general admin duties, including but not limited to answering patient and staff telephone queries, working on reception, scheduling appointments, processing clinic letters, filing and general clerical tasks.
• Requires excellent keyboard / data entry skills, comfortable communicating with patients, colleagues at all levels. Work quickly and accurately under pressure. High level of patient confidentiality is required due to the sensitive nature of the department.

Main duties of the job

• Supervision of the band 2 receptionists and band 3 administrators, including assisting with issues or queries, coordination of annual leave requests and roster management on Optimize (approving annual leave, recording sickness, approving timesheets, etc.).
• Ensure there are sufficient staffing levels within the Administration Team at all times. This will include planning the rota for reception to cover both the front desk and phone lines.
• Provide training and development to staff members in the Administration Team as required, e.g. use of systems such as Lilie (patient record system) and other systems, SOPs, dealing withqueries from patients, etc.
• Develop a good working knowledge of administrative SOPs relating to the service. Provide cover and support to any aspect of the service as required (Florey Clinic reception, HIV,Contraception and Psychosexual Therapy).
• Liaise with colleagues and clinicians in a variety of different roles as a multi-disciplinary team and assist with any administrative queries.

37.5 hours p/w (Working Pattern is as follows: Monday: 09:00-19:00 Tuesday: 09:00-16:00 Wednesday: 07:00-16:00 Thursday: 08:30-17:00 Friday: 09:00-15:00 - the post holder will also be required to work some Saturdays (08:30-12:30) as part of a rota system. Time will be taken back in lieu during the week when working Saturdays. Location of work: 90% Florey Clinic (Reading) / 10% Outreach Clinic (Newbury)).

About us

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.

Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Educated to A-level, or NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience
• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths, grades A-C

Desirable

• Computer Literacy Course e.g. ECDL

Previous Experience, e.g. paid and unpaid relevant to the post

Essential

• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment needs
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of using full range of IT systems and patient data systems, experience of using Microsoft Office, including
• Customer Care experience

Desirable

• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of records management
• Experience of scheduling patient appointments and / or admissions

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Essential

• Accurate data entry, typing and checking skills, ability to produce letters / reports using Word and Excel, excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, ability to use own judgement to resolve problems and queries competently, including those of a sensitive and confidential nature, ability to plan, prioritise and delegate
• Manage and interpret data correctly to inform decision making
• Strong attention to details and excellent IT skills
• Ability to initiate and co-ordinate change to own working practices
• Thorough knowledge of healthcare administrative systems and processes

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Lilie system and contribution to service improvements
• Makes a positive contribution to effective multi-disciplinary team working
• Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to specialism
• Knowledge of specialty specific patient pathways
• Understanding of the National Sexual Health Strategy
• Knowledge of NHS research systems and Research Governance

Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics, e.g. aptitude for figures, special demands of the post.

Essential

• Excellent Interpersonal skills and time management
• Ability to work in a non-judgemental manner
• Adhere to confidentiality and ability to use own initiative
• Motivated, enthusiastic and highly organised