Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join the South Somerset Reablement Therapy Team as a full time Band 5 Occupational Therapist.

The Reablement Team covers the intermediate care pathway beds in the South of Somerset. This currently includes beds at Sherborne House, La Fontana and Crewkerne Community Hospital.

Do you enjoy completing rehabilitation in an inpatient setting for a varied, complex caseload? We receive service-users discharged from the acute hospitals that require ongoing rehabilitation prior to discharge to their next destination for a period of up to 6 weeks.

Please get in touch if you think this may be the job for you.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard Occupational Therapy Service as part of the Intermediate Care Bedded Pathway team.

To hold responsibility for own caseload and undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, working without direct supervision but having access to a Senior Occupational Therapist on a regular basis and participating in the Service's formal Professional Supervision & Appraisal Programme.

Provide support, guidance and training to junior rehabilitation assistants, apprentices, discharge facilitators and students.

Responsibility for a caseload of suitable patients within the speciality services of Intermediate Care.

To work with patients in a range of community locations, which can include community hospitals, care home rehabilitation units and in service users own homes.

Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service.

The post holder will be required to work their hours over 7 days, including out of hours, weekends and bank holidays, to meet the needs of the service.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities?

Join the Somerset Community Team for Adults with Learning Disabilities and become part of an innovative Speech and Language Therapy team committed to improving communication, health, wellbeing and quality of life.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Speech and Language Therapist with the clinical skills and experience to work with adults presenting with a diverse range of needs. A commitment to person-centred practice, strong partnership working, and a passion for achieving positive outcomes alongside service users, families, paid carers and multidisciplinary professionals is essential.

Our specialist team supports adults with learning disabilities to achieve the best outcomes by assessing and managing communication needs and eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). We work closely with individuals, families, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver person-centred care that is meaningful, effective and empowering.

In addition to providing expert assessment and tailored care plans, we deliver regular dysphagia training to support carers and professionals, with plans to further develop and expand this area of the service.

You'll have opportunities to contribute to service development, benefit from regular protected CPD, and collaborate with experienced colleagues within both Speech and Language Therapy and the wider community learning disability team.

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist SLT assessment, diagnosis and intervention for adults with learning disabilities who have communication and/or dysphagia needs.

• Develop person centred care plans and deliver evidence based therapy across a range of communication environments.

• Involve service users, families, carers and wider professionals in the therapy process.

• Deliver dysphagia interventions and advise on the safety and clinical appropriateness of oral intake.

• Contribute to and deliver dysphagia and communication training to carers, staff teams and other professionals.

• Participate in MDT assessments, reviews, meetings and case discussions.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with HCPC/RCSLT standards.

• Work autonomously while accessing regular clinical and managerial supervision.

• Use the Trust's electronic record systems and assist in service development initiatives.

• Travel across Somerset to meet service users within homes, community settings and clinics.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you a Registered Nurse (RMN or RN), Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD), or a Registered Pharmacist with the V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification?

If so, we'd love to hear from you!

This is an exciting time to join a creative and innovative team. We're looking for professionals who thrive on transforming and shaping services as we continue to grow and improve.

The Somerset Adult ADHD Service is seeking a Band 7 Non-Medical Prescriber to join our compassionate, forward-thinking, and values-driven team. We are a county-wide service dedicated to delivering high-quality ADHD assessments and treatment for adults in Somerset who have not yet received a diagnosis.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological treatments
• Prescribe 'off-label' and controlled drugs as an independent prescriber
• Lead quality improvement projects as our service evolves

What we offer:

• Flexible working options: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
• Compressed hours available
• Core hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
• CPD funding and access to training within the scope of the service
• A supportive, values-driven environment focused on wellbeing

Nurses with RN qualification: in order to carry out ADHD assessments, it's essential to have broad experience in adult psychiatry. The ability to assess differential diagnoses is a critical part of the role. If you feel you can demonstrate you have transferable skills, we welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

Your duties will include:

Deliver ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological interventions, including prescribing controlled and off-label medications.

Triage referrals and perform comprehensive case note reviews.

Act as a clinical expert and independent prescriber within a multi-disciplinary team.

Hold a clinical caseload and maintain high standards of care and accurate clinical documentation.

Use your advanced knowledge to contribute to treatment plans, risk assessments, and patient reviews.

Communicate clearly and effectively with service users, families, carers, GPs, and colleagues.

Lead and participate in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits.

Provide clinical supervision, support and training to other professionals.

Promote mental health education and help develop non-pharmacological treatment pathways.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Outpatient Service within Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, with a permanent Band 5 role at Bridgwater Hospital. You will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team including Exercise Instructors, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Enhanced and Advanced Practice clinicians, alongside First Contact Practitioners.

As a Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to a varied outpatient caseload, including orthopaedic, musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions. The role involves assessing patients, using clinical reasoning to diagnose and develop evidence-based treatment plans, and supporting shared decision-making to achieve positive outcomes.

You will manage your own caseload with increasing autonomy while benefiting from structured supervision, peer review and senior clinical support. Development is actively encouraged through CPD, training and service improvement work.

You will also support the development of students, assistants and Exercise Instructors, and work collaboratively with GPs, consultants and wider healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop MSK skills within a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking service.

Main duties of the job

Deliver a high-quality, patient-centred musculoskeletal physiotherapy service to an outpatient caseload, including assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of a wide range of MSK conditions.

Independently manage and prioritise a clinical caseload, using advanced clinical reasoning skills to develop and implement individualised treatment plans.

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Exercise Instructors, Enhanced and Advanced Practice clinicians, and First Contact Practitioners to ensure integrated patient care.

Communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals, supporting shared decision-making and promoting self-management.

Provide clinical support, guidance and supervision to Band 4 Exercise Instructors, students and junior staff, contributing to training and development within the team.

Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records and produce reports in line with professional and Trust standards.

Contribute to service development, clinical audit, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.

Participate in ongoing professional development, including appraisal, training and peer review, to maintain and develop clinical competence.

Work flexibly across community hospital settings and participate in service requirements such as weekend rotas where required.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breath taking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a real difference to people living with cancer? We are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our Radiotherapy team as a Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice.

This exciting earn-while-you-learn opportunity combines workplace-based training with university study, leading to qualification as a Therapeutic Radiographer and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Under the supervision of experienced staff, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to deliver high-quality radiotherapy treatments and support patients throughout their treatment journey.

Working within a multidisciplinary cancer team, you will gain experience across a range of radiotherapy activities while contributing to safe, effective and patient-centred care. You will learn to use advanced technology, communicate with patients and colleagues, and participate in the delivery of modern radiotherapy services.

We are looking for enthusiastic applicants with strong communication skills, a commitment to learning and a genuine desire to support others. Applicants must meet the academic entry requirements for the apprenticeship programme, including GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).

https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/ST0620/therapeutic-radiographer

Join us and begin a fulfilling professional career at the forefront of cancer treatment.

Main duties of the job

Complete the Therapeutic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship, combining academic study with clinical training and competency development.

Work under the supervision of registered Therapeutic Radiographers to provide safe, effective and compassionate patient care.

Support the planning and delivery of radiotherapy treatments in line with departmental policies and professional standards.

Communicate effectively with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team.

Provide information and support to patients throughout their treatment pathway.

Assist in confirming patient consent and maintaining patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality.

Ensure correct patient identification and safe treatment delivery in accordance with radiation safety requirements.

Maintain accurate patient records using departmental and hospital information systems.

Participate in quality assurance activities and the safe operation of radiotherapy equipment.

Report incidents, risks and equipment faults promptly to supervising staff.

Contribute to audit, service improvement and quality initiatives within the department.

Attend university teaching, departmental training and continuing professional development activities.

Work flexibly across clinical areas to support service delivery.

Support the learning and development of colleagues and students where appropriate.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you a registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist looking for the next step in your career? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges? If so, this could be the role for you! Due to the retirement of a long serving colleague, a band 6 vacancy has arisen.

The Mental Health Employment Support Service is a dedicated team of mental health professionals, supporting people who want to work and are under the care of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust mental health services. Employment that suits an individual can be integral to their recovery and conversely, risk of job loss can have a significant negative impact on mental health.

The main focus of this role is to help mental health service users navigate problems they may face at work. This will mainly be in the Mendip area but the role is part of a county-wide Mental Health Employment Service to provide specialist vocational assessment, planning and services, within Community Mental Health Teams in Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

Training provided: You don't need to be an Employment Specialist already! You will have the opportunity to attend specialist training and shadow experienced colleagues.

Lead with impact: You'll provide clinical supervision and leadership to unregistered colleagues, supporting them in their roles as needed.

Collaborate for success: Work alongside other Band 6 Employment Specialists and the Employment Support Service Manager to ensure consistency and contribute to the strategic development of the service.

Work directly with service users: Manage a caseload, providing tailored vocational assessment, action planning, employer engagement, the assessment of work-related risk, development of collaborative risk management plans, worksite assessment and in work support. Your work will support the aspirations of service users with severe mental health issues who want to retain their work.

Build partnerships: Collaborate with clinical colleagues and external agencies such as Job Centre Plus, CAB, probation services, local employers, and NACRO, supporting our service users to sustain their paid employment.

What we're looking for:

• A passion for helping others achieve their goals and improve their lives through employment.
• Strong supervisory skills and a desire to support Employment Support Officer colleagues.
• The ability to work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders across the NHS and local community.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you an Occupational Therapist, Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), or Social Worker looking for a role where you can make a lasting difference to people's recovery journeys?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Mental Health Employment Service, based in Yeovil, helping people with serious mental health difficulties achieve their employment goals through the nationally recognised Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model. You'll support individuals to find, secure, and sustain meaningful paid employment, recognising the powerful role that work can play in recovery, confidence, independence, and wellbeing.

You'll become part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team embedded within community mental health services. Every day will give you the chance to combine your professional expertise with a practical, person-centred approach that helps people move closer to the future they want.

This role requires travel across the locality, so access to your own vehicle and the ability to travel independently are essential.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health IPS Employment Specialist, you will:

• Work directly with people experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges who want to gain or retain paid employment.
• Carry out vocational assessments to understand each person's strengths, interests, aspirations, and employment goals.
• Develop tailored action plans and provide ongoing support throughout the employment journey.
• Build strong relationships with local employers and identify suitable job opportunities that match individual preferences and skills.
• Provide job coaching, in-work support, workplace assessments, and guidance on reasonable adjustments.
• Support individuals to understand and manage work-related risks, developing collaborative plans that promote success and wellbeing.
• Work closely with Community Mental Health Teams and partner organisations to ensure coordinated, recovery-focused support.
• Promote the benefits of employment as part of recovery and advocate for opportunities for people living with mental health conditions.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service quality, outcomes monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Clinical Psychologist to join the Assertive Outreach Team (AOT). You will provide highly specialised psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for individuals with complex mental health needs, supporting recovery-focused care within a multidisciplinary community service.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to clinical leadership, service development, consultation, training and supervision across the Assertive Outreach Service. Working closely with colleagues across Mental Health Services, you will help ensure the delivery of evidence-based psychological care and support the implementation of best practice throughout the service.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will:

• Deliver highly specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for adults with complex mental health needs.
• Work closely with service users, carers, and multi-disciplinary colleagues to develop effective, recovery-focused care plans.
• Provide expert consultation and advice to clinical teams, helping to enhance psychological understanding across the service.
• Offer clinical supervision, mentoring and training to psychologists and wider mental health professionals.
• Contribute to the clinical leadership of the Assertive Outreach Service, supporting high standards of care and professional practice.
• Play an active role in service development, quality improvement, clinical governance, research and audit activities.
• Build effective partnerships with colleagues across community mental health services and partner organisations to improve patient outcomes.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you an Occupational Therapist, Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), or Social Worker looking for a role where you can make a lasting difference to people's recovery journeys?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Mental Health Employment Service, based in Bridgwater, helping people with serious mental health difficulties achieve their employment goals through the nationally recognised Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model. You'll support individuals to find, secure, and sustain meaningful paid employment, recognising the powerful role that work can play in recovery, confidence, independence, and wellbeing.

You'll become part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team embedded within community mental health services. Every day will give you the chance to combine your professional expertise with a practical, person-centred approach that helps people move closer to the future they want.

This role requires travel across the locality, so access to your own vehicle and the ability to travel independently are essential.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health IPS Employment Specialist, you will:

• Work directly with people experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges who want to gain or retain paid employment.
• Carry out vocational assessments to understand each person's strengths, interests, aspirations, and employment goals.
• Develop tailored action plans and provide ongoing support throughout the employment journey.
• Build strong relationships with local employers and identify suitable job opportunities that match individual preferences and skills.
• Provide job coaching, in-work support, workplace assessments, and guidance on reasonable adjustments.
• Support individuals to understand and manage work-related risks, developing collaborative plans that promote success and wellbeing.
• Work closely with Community Mental Health Teams and partner organisations to ensure coordinated, recovery-focused support.
• Promote the benefits of employment as part of recovery and advocate for opportunities for people living with mental health conditions.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service quality, outcomes monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on Yeovil's Acute Medical Unit. The unit is a short-stay assessment ward for patients who need urgent medical careAs a health care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.

Full details of duties can be found in the job description. There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns and working as a band 2 with options to work towards band 3 depending on experience.

Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

We are looking to appoint 'Health Care Assistants' who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on Endoscopy Department.

The unit is a specialist area providing direct nursing care and support for patients undergoing endoscopic investigations and treatment within Musgrove Park Hospital and Bridgwater Community Hospital. The expectation is for staff to work flexibly between these units to meet the needs of the service

As a Health Care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year 1.00 is fixed term 12 month maternity cover and 0.76 is permanent

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-5813

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Bridgwater Community Hospital

Bower Lane

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 4GU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ / QCF 3 in Health or willing to undertake the training

Desirable

• Maths and English at GCSE A-C/4-9 or level 2 Functional Skills

Experience

Essential

• Previous work in an acute care environment

Additional Criteria

Essential

• as per JD document

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ / QCF 3 in Health or willing to undertake the training Desirable Maths and English at GCSE A-C/4-9 or level 2 Functional Skills Experience Essential Previous work in an acute care environment Additional Criteria Essential as per JD document

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, motivated and caring individuals to join our busy Operating Theatre Departments as a Healthcare Assistant.

As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will play an important role in supporting patients throughout their perioperative journey, ensuring that high standards of care, dignity and compassion are maintained at all times.

This is a rewarding role within a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You will work alongside registered practitioners, surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre support staff across a range of surgical specialities.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are caring, compassionate and patient-focused.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Are organised, reliable and able to prioritise workload.
• Remain calm and professional in a busy environment.
• Have a willingness to learn and develop within perioperative services.

Previous healthcare experience is desirable but not essential as full training and support will be provided.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive induction programme.
• Opportunities for development and career progression.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Access to a wide range of staff benefits and wellbeing services.
• Flexible working opportunities where service needs allow.

*Please note this post is currently advertised as a Band 2 posistion. A Band 3 role may be offered dependant on your previous experience*

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Support patients before and after their surgical procedures.
• Assist with patient transfers and positioning whilst maintaining patient safety and dignity.
• Prepare theatre and clinical areas, ensuring they are clean, stocked and ready for use.
• Assist in maintaining equipment and reporting any faults.
• Undertake routine clinical observations and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Support infection prevention and control standards within the theatre environment.
• Assist the wider theatre team to ensure efficient patient flow and theatre utilisation.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients and relatives where appropriate.

Experience of working in the theatre setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment in some departments to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 to £25,272 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-5816

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of secondary education
• Vocational level 2 Healthcare or prepared to undertake within agree time scale

Desirable

• Care Certificate (Skills for Care) inhouse training

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience.
• Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances.
• Good standards of written communication skills, with the ability to use email and internet.
• Good verbal communication skills with an ability to provide and receive routine information.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a care environment.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to prioritise and organise workload
• Able to work under instruction and as part of a team
• Able to work under pressure
• Works well in a busy environment
• Willingness to work flexibly to cover a variety of shift patterns.
• Adaptable/ flexible
• Good time keeping

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of secondary education Vocational level 2 Healthcare or prepared to undertake within agree time scale Desirable Care Certificate (Skills for Care) inhouse training Experience Essential Able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience. Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances. Good standards of written communication skills, with the ability to use email and internet. Good verbal communication skills with an ability to provide and receive routine information. Desirable Previous experience in a care environment. Additional Criteria Essential Able to prioritise and organise workload Able to work under instruction and as part of a team Able to work under pressure Works well in a busy environment Willingness to work flexibly to cover a variety of shift patterns. Adaptable/ flexible Good time keeping

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

To provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the Endoscopy Service, ensuring the efficient coordination of pre-assessment telephone clinic appointments and the timely processing of patient referrals. The post holder will manage referrals received through the NHS e-Referral Service (eRS), Direct to Test pathways, surveillance programmes, and rescope requests, ensuring accurate data entry and maintenance of patient records on hospital information systems and spreadsheets. The role also involves handling telephone enquiries professionally, supporting the wider Endoscopy team with general administrative duties, and contributing to the smooth and effective delivery of patient services.

Main duties of the job

Telephone patients to arrange pre-assessment clinic appointments before procedures.Handle telephone enquiries from patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.Ensure surveillance patients receive health questionnaires at least three months before their planned procedure.Add rescope and follow-up requests to the Endoscopy waiting listsProcess endoscopy referrals through NHS e-Referral Service (eRS)

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 to £25,272 a year Pro Rata x 2 positions

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-5532

Job locations

County Hall

The Crescent

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 4DY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education, up to GCSE or O level standard in literacy and numeracy

Desirable

• Business and Administration NVQ Level 2 or similar
• Computer/Word processing qualification or ECDL

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working with the public in a customer care situation
• Previous office experience

Desirable

• Previous Health Sector experience or similar

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
• Ability to juggle tasks and work with constant interruptions
• Presentable and confident
• Flexible/adaptable approach to working
• Attention to detail

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of education, up to GCSE or O level standard in literacy and numeracy Desirable Business and Administration NVQ Level 2 or similar Computer/Word processing qualification or ECDL Experience Essential Previous experience of working with the public in a customer care situation Previous office experience Desirable Previous Health Sector experience or similar Additional Criteria Essential Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients Ability to juggle tasks and work with constant interruptions Presentable and confident Flexible/adaptable approach to working Attention to detail

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

County Hall

The Crescent

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 4DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

County Hall

The Crescent

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 4DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Forensic / Clinical Psychologist to join the Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) based in Bridgwater.

We welcome applications from experienced psychologists at Band 8a, as well as those suitable for a Band 7 preceptorship leading to Band 8a. Newly qualified psychologists with relevant experience, and trainees approaching qualification, are encouraged to apply.

The SCFT is a developing and innovative service supporting individuals with severe and enduring mental health difficulties and complex forensic risk profiles. The team works across inpatient, community and forensic pathways to support admission avoidance, facilitate successful discharges from secure services and improve long-term outcomes for service users.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist psychological assessment, formulation, risk assessment and intervention for individuals with complex forensic mental health needs. You will also play an important role in service development, consultation, training, supervision and ongoing improvements within forensic mental health services.

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist forensic and clinical psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for individuals with complex mental health and forensic needs.
• Undertake structured professional judgement risk assessments and contribute to risk management planning.
• Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions on an individual and group basis.
• Support admission avoidance, discharge planning and community reintegration for individuals accessing forensic services.
• Provide psychological consultation, guidance and support to multidisciplinary colleagues and partner agencies.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary formulations and promote psychologically informed approaches to care planning and risk management.
• Deliver teaching, training and reflective practice sessions to colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Provide clinical supervision to assistant psychologists, trainees and other members of the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Participate in service evaluation, audit, quality improvement and research activities.
• Support the continued development of the Specialist Community Forensic Team and wider forensic psychology provision across Somerset.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and motivated NMC registered Mental Health Nurse to join our Community Mental Health Service in Bridgwater on a 12 month secondment or fixed term contract.

This role offers the chance to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality care to people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties. The successful candidate will support a number of specialist clinics, including the Depot Clinic, Clozapine Clinic and Wellbeing Clinic, providing medication administration, physical health monitoring and ongoing mental health support.

Alongside clinic responsibilities, the post holder will play an active role in the team's duty system, supporting assessments, responding to urgent referrals and contributing to the delivery of recovery-focused care across the wider Community Mental Health Team.

Due to the community-based nature of the role, applicants must hold current NMC registration and be able to travel independently across the Bridgwater locality

Main duties of the job

• Support the delivery of the Depot Clinic, Clozapine Clinic and Wellbeing Clinic, ensuring safe administration and monitoring of prescribed medications.
• Monitor service users' mental and physical health, escalating concerns appropriately and supporting positive health outcomes.
• Undertake mental health assessments and contribute to the development, implementation and review of recovery-focused care plans.
• Participate in the team's daily duty function, responding to urgent referrals, risk concerns and service user enquiries.
• Support the wider Community Mental Health Team with assessments, care coordination and clinical interventions.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and partner agencies to promote recovery and independence.
• Assess and manage risk, contributing to effective risk management and safeguarding processes.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across health, social care and voluntary sector organisations to ensure coordinated care.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you a skilled mental health professional, looking for a new challenge?

The Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) is an expanding service that provides support and intervention to patients transitioning from secure care to the community, working inline with the South West Provider Collaborative (SWPC).

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated and experienced Band 6 mental health professional. This is an exciting post in an innovative developing service and we are aiming to develop a highly skilled team.

The team are responsible for overseeing the care of Somerset patients who are currently detained to a secure hospital within the South West region. We also offer specialist advice and guidance to mental health and other relevant services.

You'll care coordinate a small caseload with support from an expert MDT. You will also be able to develop your skills and expertise in providing specialist advice and consultation to other professionals.

The team office will be in Bridgwater, however there will be an expected element of reimbursed travel across the County of Somerset and the South West Provider Collaborative region. This is likely to include travel to Langdon hospital (Devon) and Fromeside hospital (Bristol) as well as Wellesley hospital in Wellington, Somerset.

We welcome informal conversations prior to application and look forward to your call!

Main duties of the job

• Jointly manage a specific, complex forensic caseload (caseload of no more than 15 patients given the intensity and complexity of the work).
• Care pathway management.
• Specialist forensic assessment and case management.
• Use of evidence based psychosocial interventions known to support forensic patients.
• Integration of substance misuse support.
• Working alongside partner organisations both statutory and non-statutory.
• Working effectively and supportively with Carers.
• Supporting education, employment and daily living skills.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our multi-professional Primary Care Team working within our Health & Wellbeing Hub under the direct supervision of the Clinical Director. If you are a dynamic pharmacist, interested in continuing or developing your career in primary care then we would love to hear from you!

The successful candidate will work to deliver safe, effective, and cost-effective use of medicines by applying their pharmaceutical, clinical and technical skills. This role will provide a brilliant opportunity for the right candidate to develop their knowledge and skills. In addition, they will be responsible for encouraging the development of better understanding of the principles of medicines optimisation throughout the practice teams and promoting good practice in line with therapeutic developments. This will involve assisting the PCN in achieving national requirements, NICE implementation and utilisation of medicines optimisation initiatives.

This role is part of the extended hours provision and may include Saturdays on a rota basis.

Main duties of the job

Provide clinical support to the surgeries within the Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network as an Independent Pharmacist Prescriber, consulting with patients through face-to-face clinics, telephone appointments and video consultations.,

Provide clinical support to patients in care and nursing homes as well as the wider community.

Carry out structured medication reviews for all patient cohorts.

Support the PCN practices to improve medicines reconciliation on discharge, formulary compliance, repeat prescribing management and medication reviews.

Support Bridgwater Bay PCN and Somerset ICB plans to reduce medicines waste in primary care.

About us

Bridgwater Primary Care Network (PCN) is the largest PCN in Somerset with 9 GP practices and a diverse population spread across town and rural locations.

As a PCN we are forward thinking, innovate and driven to deliver the best patient care for our population. This includes health population management, and this role ties in with supporting that and tracking the improvements we can make to patients lives.

In partnership with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we have developed a joint venture to open a Health and Wellbeing Hub at the former Victoria Park Medical Centre. This flagship hub, the first of its kind, brings together Primary and Secondary Care under one roof to provide joined-up services and support for the Bridgwater Bay community.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27.50 to £29 an hour pro rata (depending on experience)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5363-26-0005

Job locations

Victoria Park Health & Wellbeing Hub

Victoria Park Drive

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 7AS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities

Provide clinical support to the surgeries within the Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network as an independent pharmacist prescriber, consulting with patients by telephone and video consultation,

Provide clinical support to patients in care and nursing homes.

Carry out structured medication reviews for all patient cohorts.

Support the PCN practices to improve medicines reconciliation on discharge, formulary compliance, repeat prescribing management and medication reviews.

Support Bridgwater Bay PCN and Somerset ICB plans to reduce medicines waste in primary care.

Interpret and provide complex medicines information to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.

To provide information, advice and guidance on the safe, rational, effective and economical use of medicines.

Undertake clinical audit and other outcome measures to support patient care and safety.

Create and implement medicine related guidelines, policies and SOPs as appropriate to the different service areas.

Provide and receive complex, sensitive information and communication relating to pharmaceutical care of patients.

Provide prescribing service within sphere of competency to patients in primary care, as a pharmacist independent prescriber.

To develop, advise, agree and implement action plans at a practice level, monitor the effect of changes made and ensure that any benefits are maintained in the longer term. This will include:

Reviewing prescribing data for the practices to highlight areas where there is scope for improving the clinical effectiveness of prescribing.

Obtaining agreement with the practices to implement medicines optimisation projects with the overall aim of following national prescribing guidance and cost effective prescribing.

Advising GPs and other health professionals on cost effective prescribing and aiding rationalisation of drug choice via formulary/guideline/protocol development.

Record clinical activity, interventions, KPIs and to monitor the outcome of interventions.

Provide training on medicines on a regular basis to GP surgery staff, patients and carers in all relevant aspects of medicine use.

Support the pharmacy technicians working within the PCN.

To maintain knowledge of developments in pharmacy practice on a regular basis in line with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) CPD requirements

To fulfil the professional requirements of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Good professional Practice of the GPhC

The post holder will be responsible to the SHS Lead Pharmacist and Primary Care Network Clinical Director but will be expected to use their own initiative to make complex decisions within defined parameters with little supervision.

Requirement to participate in the national training scheme for pharmacists in primary care.

Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities Provide clinical support to the surgeries within the Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network as an independent pharmacist prescriber, consulting with patients by telephone and video consultation, Provide clinical support to patients in care and nursing homes. Carry out structured medication reviews for all patient cohorts. Support the PCN practices to improve medicines reconciliation on discharge, formulary compliance, repeat prescribing management and medication reviews. Support Bridgwater Bay PCN and Somerset ICB plans to reduce medicines waste in primary care. Interpret and provide complex medicines information to patients, carers and healthcare professionals. To provide information, advice and guidance on the safe, rational, effective and economical use of medicines. Undertake clinical audit and other outcome measures to support patient care and safety. Create and implement medicine related guidelines, policies and SOPs as appropriate to the different service areas. Provide and receive complex, sensitive information and communication relating to pharmaceutical care of patients. Provide prescribing service within sphere of competency to patients in primary care, as a pharmacist independent prescriber. To develop, advise, agree and implement action plans at a practice level, monitor the effect of changes made and ensure that any benefits are maintained in the longer term. This will include: Reviewing prescribing data for the practices to highlight areas where there is scope for improving the clinical effectiveness of prescribing. Obtaining agreement with the practices to implement medicines optimisation projects with the overall aim of following national prescribing guidance and cost effective prescribing. Advising GPs and other health professionals on cost effective prescribing and aiding rationalisation of drug choice via formulary/guideline/protocol development. Record clinical activity, interventions, KPIs and to monitor the outcome of interventions. Provide training on medicines on a regular basis to GP surgery staff, patients and carers in all relevant aspects of medicine use. Support the pharmacy technicians working within the PCN. To maintain knowledge of developments in pharmacy practice on a regular basis in line with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) CPD requirements To fulfil the professional requirements of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Good professional Practice of the GPhC The post holder will be responsible to the SHS Lead Pharmacist and Primary Care Network Clinical Director but will be expected to use their own initiative to make complex decisions within defined parameters with little supervision. Requirement to participate in the national training scheme for pharmacists in primary care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with GPhC
• Certificate or MSc/Diploma Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent experience)
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a qualified, registered pharmacist in primary care, community or hospital pharmacy
• At least 2 year post-registration pharmacy experience
• Clinical pharmacy experience
• Clinical audit experience
• Knowledge and understanding of Primary Care

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the personalised care approach
• Knowledge of EMIS Web
• Knowledge of Teamnet
• Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion
• Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers
• Strong organisational skills, including planning, prioritising, time management and record keeping
• Knowledge of how the NHS works, including primary care and PCNs
• Ability to recognise and work within limits of competence and seek advice when needed
• Understanding of the needs of children with mental and emotional needs/ children with disabilities long term conditions particularly in relation to promoting their independence
• Knowledge of long term conditions and the complexities involved: medical, physical, emotional and social
• Knowledge of, and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional registration with GPhC Certificate or MSc/Diploma Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent experience) Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) Experience Essential Experience of working as a qualified, registered pharmacist in primary care, community or hospital pharmacy At least 2 year post-registration pharmacy experience Clinical pharmacy experience Clinical audit experience Knowledge and understanding of Primary Care Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the personalised care approach Knowledge of EMIS Web Knowledge of Teamnet Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers Strong organisational skills, including planning, prioritising, time management and record keeping Knowledge of how the NHS works, including primary care and PCNs Ability to recognise and work within limits of competence and seek advice when needed Understanding of the needs of children with mental and emotional needs/ children with disabilities long term conditions particularly in relation to promoting their independence Knowledge of long term conditions and the complexities involved: medical, physical, emotional and social Knowledge of, and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety

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

Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network

Address

Victoria Park Health & Wellbeing Hub

Victoria Park Drive

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 7AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network

Address

Victoria Park Health & Wellbeing Hub

Victoria Park Drive

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 7AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Caring for others may be the most rewarding job you could ever do. Alongside countless opportunities to enhance your clinical skills and receive support with your personal development, you could be the person to support our patients through their most difficult times. Often, a kind word, a smile, and the reassurance that they are safe and someone cares can make all the difference to a patient, could you be that person?"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."-- Maya Angelou

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-BL-5659

Job locations

Wincanton Community Hospital

Dancing Lane

Wincanton

Somerset

BA9 9DQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Job description Job responsibilities For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Behaviours must align with Somerset Foundation Trust values, those being kindness, respect, teamwork, everyone, everyday.
• -Outstanding care.
• -Listening and leading.
• -Working together, as part of a team.
• Knowledge and Experience:
• -Caring and compassionate. Exceptional interpersonal skills and high quality communication skills. The ability to communicate well with patients, relatives and colleagues is integral to this role, whilst remaining empathetic and sensitive.
• -The ability to listen and respect other's values and beliefs, recognising and respecting individual needs.
• -Maintain a professional and patient-focused approach, acting as a role model to other colleagues.
• -Excellent organisational skills, punctuality and ability to manage own time effectively.
• -Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations, in a professional and calm manner.
• -Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and escalate concerns when needed. Being focused and taking instructions when required is crucial to this role as healthcare assistant.
• -Ability to record and retrieve information on paper/electronic records, as appropriate, and maintain confidentiality.
• -High standards of written communication skills, with the ability to use email and the internet.
• -Remain compassionate, open minded, treats colleagues, patients, carers and relatives with dignity and respect.
• -Intuitive and caring nature.
• - Act in a ways that support equality and diversity, alongside Trust values.
• -To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility, whilst recognising the impact of frequent exposure to distressing circumstances and the impact this has on care and compassion.
• -Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the patients and service as a whole.
• -Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
• -Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
• SUPPORTING BEHAVIOURS
• To carry out this role successfully the post holder needs to be fully aware of and adhere to Trust values/standards and reflect these as their behaviours:
• Outstanding Care:
• We treat everyone with dignity, kindness and respect.
• We involve patients, relatives, carers and colleagues in decision-making.
• I ensure that my actions contribute to outstanding care regardless of my role.
• I admit mistakes, apologise and learn from them.
• I champion the health, safety and wellbeing of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
• I speak up when others cannot.
• Listening and Leading:
• I lead with empathy, taking responsibility for how my emotions and actions affect others.
• I inspire others to embrace change, encouraging them to see their part in the bigger picture.
• I strive to be the best I can be.
• I value the opinions and contributions of colleagues, patients and others.
• I encourage innovation and am open to new ideas.
• I listen with interest and take action if I am able.
• Working Together:
• I collaborate with others to achieve shared goals.
• I communicate clearly and appropriately.
• We work together to overcome challenges.
• I ask for help and always assist those in need.
• I thank colleagues for their contributions and celebrate shared successes.
• I use resources effectively, treating every as if it were my own.

Desirable

• Previous nursing or healthcare experience would be desirable for this post on Hadspen ward.
• Previous experience of working in an NHS environment.

Experience

Essential

• The job includes listening and talking to patients/relatives/carers, observing patients behaviour, providing close observation to ensure patient safety (one to one), encouraging them with eating, drinking, personal hygiene. Involving them in diversional activities, escorting patients out of the unit, dealing with anger (explanations, negotiation and de-escalation), assisting in the management of violent episodes, helping in the administration of medication.
• Works within an inpatient unit for the assessment and treatment of patients
• Is required to work in support of qualified nurses and other professionals
• Carries out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of, and supervised by, a registered nurse
• Will work a 24 hour rotational shift pattern
• Reporting and documenting observations.

Desirable

• It would be desirable to have previous experience working in a ward or healthcare setting in the NHS.

Additional Criteria

Desirable

• It is desirable for applicants to have a driving license, as public transport links are limited. We have free parking on site.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Behaviours must align with Somerset Foundation Trust values, those being kindness, respect, teamwork, everyone, everyday. -Outstanding care. -Listening and leading. -Working together, as part of a team. Knowledge and Experience: -Caring and compassionate. Exceptional interpersonal skills and high quality communication skills. The ability to communicate well with patients, relatives and colleagues is integral to this role, whilst remaining empathetic and sensitive. -The ability to listen and respect other's values and beliefs, recognising and respecting individual needs. -Maintain a professional and patient-focused approach, acting as a role model to other colleagues. -Excellent organisational skills, punctuality and ability to manage own time effectively. -Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations, in a professional and calm manner. -Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and escalate concerns when needed. Being focused and taking instructions when required is crucial to this role as healthcare assistant. -Ability to record and retrieve information on paper/electronic records, as appropriate, and maintain confidentiality. -High standards of written communication skills, with the ability to use email and the internet. -Remain compassionate, open minded, treats colleagues, patients, carers and relatives with dignity and respect. -Intuitive and caring nature. - Act in a ways that support equality and diversity, alongside Trust values. -To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility, whilst recognising the impact of frequent exposure to distressing circumstances and the impact this has on care and compassion. -Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the patients and service as a whole. -Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills -Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients SUPPORTING BEHAVIOURS To carry out this role successfully the post holder needs to be fully aware of and adhere to Trust values/standards and reflect these as their behaviours: Outstanding Care: We treat everyone with dignity, kindness and respect. We involve patients, relatives, carers and colleagues in decision-making. I ensure that my actions contribute to outstanding care regardless of my role. I admit mistakes, apologise and learn from them. I champion the health, safety and wellbeing of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues. I speak up when others cannot. Listening and Leading: I lead with empathy, taking responsibility for how my emotions and actions affect others. I inspire others to embrace change, encouraging them to see their part in the bigger picture. I strive to be the best I can be. I value the opinions and contributions of colleagues, patients and others. I encourage innovation and am open to new ideas. I listen with interest and take action if I am able. Working Together: I collaborate with others to achieve shared goals. I communicate clearly and appropriately. We work together to overcome challenges. I ask for help and always assist those in need. I thank colleagues for their contributions and celebrate shared successes. I use resources effectively, treating every as if it were my own. Desirable Previous nursing or healthcare experience would be desirable for this post on Hadspen ward. Previous experience of working in an NHS environment. Experience Essential The job includes listening and talking to patients/relatives/carers, observing patients behaviour, providing close observation to ensure patient safety (one to one), encouraging them with eating, drinking, personal hygiene. Involving them in diversional activities, escorting patients out of the unit, dealing with anger (explanations, negotiation and de-escalation), assisting in the management of violent episodes, helping in the administration of medication. Works within an inpatient unit for the assessment and treatment of patients Is required to work in support of qualified nurses and other professionals Carries out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of, and supervised by, a registered nurse Will work a 24 hour rotational shift pattern Reporting and documenting observations. Desirable It would be desirable to have previous experience working in a ward or healthcare setting in the NHS. Additional Criteria Desirable It is desirable for applicants to have a driving license, as public transport links are limited. We have free parking on site.

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wincanton Community Hospital

Dancing Lane

Wincanton

Somerset

BA9 9DQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wincanton Community Hospital

Dancing Lane

Wincanton

Somerset

BA9 9DQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) for older people work with adults aged 65 and over who are experiencing moderate or severe mental illness. The CMHT's assess, treat, monitor, and support patients and their families predominately in their own homes and, where necessary, can refer to other teams such as the Intensive Dementia Service (IDS) or Home Treatment Team. They can also arrange admissions to hospital when necessary. The CMHT's also provide an 'in-reach service', providing specialist support and assessments for patients' admitted to Community Hospitals.

The CMHT'S consist of Psychiatrists, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Community Psychiatric Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Support, Time & Recovery Workers, Assistant Practitioners, Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, and administration support. The CMHT's are also part of a bigger team known as the Integrated Team which bring together CMHT's, District Nursing Teams and Integrated Rehabilitation Teams.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver a high quality, comprehensive mental health service for older adults with severe and enduring mental health difficulties in: Older Person's Mental Health Specialist Care Settings, the Community, for those under the Memory Assessment Service and the Therapeutic Group setting. The role involves managing a defined caseload with a focus on working with individuals and their significant others who experience a complex range of needs and difficulties. Acting as a key member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, the post holder will provide assessment and psychosocial, evidence-based interventions using a collaborative approach and will be skilled at positive risk management. Liaison with a wide range of agencies is central to the role.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Sonographer looking for your next opportunity within a supportive, innovative and patient-focused team?

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated Advanced Practitioner Sonographer to join our friendly Ultrasound Department at Yeovil Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established service providing a comprehensive range of obstetric, gynaecological and general ultrasound examinations across both acute and community settings.

As an autonomous practitioner, you will undertake and report a wide variety of ultrasound investigations, delivering high-quality diagnostic services that support effective patient care and clinical decision-making.

The position is for 15 - 37.5 hours to be discussed with potential candidates at interview.

Main duties of the job

• Independently perform and report a broad range of ultrasound examinations including:
  • General abdominal ultrasound
  • Obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound
  • Foetal anomaly scanning
  • Nuchal translucency screening (training available if required)
  • Neonatal hip ultrasound
  • DVT, carotid, testicular and MSK examinations
• Provide expert diagnostic reports and recommendations to clinicians.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care, including in sensitive and complex situations.
• Support and mentor students, junior colleagues and multidisciplinary team members.
• Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Participate in weekend and Bank Holiday ultrasound services.

If you're an experienced Sonographer looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to patients every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Come and be part of a team committed to delivering outstanding ultrasound services across Somerset.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on 9B.The unit is an Endocrine, Diabetic and General Medical Ward.As a Health Care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Ready to take your radiography career up a gear? We're looking for dynamic, forward thinking Band 6 Radiographers to join our expanding cross sectional imaging team -- whether your passion is CT, MRI, or you're excited to develop across both.

This is an incredible time to join us. Alongside our busy acute service at Yeovil District Hospital, you'll also rotate through our brand new Bridgwater Community Diagnostic Centre, a purpose built hub packed with state of the art scanners, streamlined patient pathways and a genuinely innovative approach to care. It's a fantastic environment to grow your skills, broaden your experience and be part of something fresh and future focused.

You'll deliver high quality imaging, support junior colleagues, and help shape a service that's constantly evolving. In return, you'll work with a friendly, supportive team who value development, collaboration and great patient care. With opportunities to work flexibly, take part in extended hours and oncall, and contribute to imaging across Somerset, this role offers variety, progression and real impact.

If you're motivated, adaptable and excited by modern cross sectional imaging, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Main duties of the job

Deliver high quality CT and/or MRI imaging, ensuring safe, efficient and patient centred examinations across both Yeovil District Hospital and the brand new Bridgwater Community Diagnostic Centre.

Rotate through our state of the art CDC, working with the latest scanners and streamlined pathways to support faster diagnosis and improved patient access.

Use advanced clinical skills to plan, perform and adapt a wide range of cross sectional imaging examinations, making real time decisions to optimise image quality.

Cannulate patients and administer contrast safely in line with PGDs and Trust protocols.

Prioritise and coordinate daily workflow, ensuring smooth patient throughput and effective use of scanner time.

Work autonomously within a supportive team, contributing to extended hours and oncall services as required.

Support and mentor junior radiographers, students and support staff, helping to build skills and confidence within the team.

Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, relatives and colleagues, ensuring excellent patient experience throughout the imaging pathway.

Contribute to service development through audit, quality improvement projects and the implementation of best practice.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service? Do you enjoy working as part of a busy team in a role where your work directly supports patient care?

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Catering Assistants to join our dedicated Catering Team at Yeovil District Hospital. Every meal served plays an important role in a patient's experience and recovery, and you'll be a vital part of delivering a high-quality service to patients, visitors and staff.

Whether you have previous catering experience or are looking for a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Full training will be provided

Each Catering Assistant plays a vital role in our catering services team. From delivering food to wards for patients, working in our retail outlets, making sandwiches, to helping us clean our catering spaces, it's all key work and safety is critical.

Main duties of the job

As a Catering Assistant, you'll support a wide range of catering activities across the hospital, helping to ensure that food is prepared, delivered and served safely and efficiently. You'll work across catering production, ward services and retail outlets, providing excellent service while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.

• Delivering meals, beverages and catering supplies to wards and departments.
• Preparing sandwiches, salads and other basic food items.
• Serving customers in hospital retail outlets and providing excellent customer service.
• Operating tills and handling daily sales records.
• Maintaining clean, safe and hygienic catering environments.
• Operating dishwashing equipment and cleaning catering utensils and equipment.
• Assisting with stock deliveries and storing supplies safely.
• Supporting catering functions and events when required.

Every meal matters. Every interaction matters. As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a team that helps create a positive experience for patients and supports the delivery of exceptional healthcare services.

If you are hardworking, customer-focused and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

If you are a compassionate Registered Mental Health Nurse who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people, this is an opportunity to join a specialist inpatient service where your skills and clinical expertise will have a lasting impact every day.

Based within our specialist older persons' mental health inpatient unit in Taunton, you will support people experiencing acute mental health needs, including severe depression, psychosis, mood disorders and dementia. Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver person-centred care that promotes recovery, independence and dignity for patients and their families.

Our service places great importance on building strong relationships with relatives and carers. We recognise the vital role they play in supporting loved ones and work closely with them throughout a patient's journey, providing ongoing support and involvement in care planning.

You'll join a welcoming and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care while encouraging learning, development and continuous improvement.

Main duties of the job

As a Staff Nurse within our specialist inpatient service, you will:

• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based nursing care tailored to each patient's individual needs.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to support positive outcomes and recovery.
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients, families and carers, offering support, guidance and reassurance.
• Work closely with doctors, psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers and community teams to provide coordinated care.
• Contribute to safe, effective discharge planning and smooth transitions back into the community.
• Administer medications safely and monitor patients' physical and mental health needs.
• Act as a patient advocate, ensuring dignity, choice and individual preferences remain at the centre of care.
• Support and mentor healthcare support workers, junior colleagues and students.
• Contribute to service improvement, quality initiatives and the ongoing development of best practice.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breath-taking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

The role of the Booking Officer will be required to provide efficient and effective administrative and booking duties for Yeovil District Hospital and Musgrove Park Hospital and wider staff, based at Wynford House Yeovil.

The team member will also provide reception support to Outpatients at Yeovil District Hospital as required and requested by the manager to support service requirements. The post requires flexibility and the ability to provide a wide range of administrative skills using multiple hospital systems.

Main duties of the job

Deal with day to day correspondence, provide a booking service to patients and other parties in a friendly and professional manner.

Receive telephone calls, accepting messages on behalf of team members and taking appropriate action where necessary.

Liaise with appropriate personnel in the team to gather and co-ordinate patient information so this is accessible in a timely manner.

Reception duties in Outpatients YDH.

Process referrals and arrange appropriate outpatient appointments.

Participate in team and Trust meetings as requested.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.