Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

Routine hearing aid maintenance and repairs, assisting with Paediatric Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (Distracting), routine administrative tasks, speaking with patients on the phone, completing stock and any audit requests. Assisting with domiciliary visits.

Main duties of the job

• Work as an Assistant Audiologist under direct or indirect supervision providing clinical services directly to patients, which may include:
  • Visual inspection if the ears using Otoscopy to determine if a test or procedure should go ahead, or if examination by a qualified audiologist is needed
  • Specific elements within the adult rehabilitation pathway, hearing aid maintenance
  • Establishing a good rapport and work with patients of all age, including gaining their co-operation in clinics and self-management at home.
  • Ability to take accurate ear impressions in adults, with an appropriate insertion depth in order to minimise feedback from hearing aids. Training will be provided.
  • Possible home visits for hearing aid repairs and impressions.
  • Simple adjustments of hearing aids (adding a loop program, adjusting volume)
  • Understanding when to escalate clinical cases
  • Ear mould modification and correction selection of open fit tubing and domes.
• Assisting with other audiology clinics, e.g. Paediatric Assessment and Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (Distracting)
• To keep the patient management system (Practice Navigator) up to date so that patients’ progress is monitored and rehabilitation schedules are adhered to, and stock is appropriately managed
• General House Keeping
• Stage A Calibration Checks
• Perform evening and weekend clinics as required.

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and the manager. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure.

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs

Desirable

• A-Levels
• Degree Level Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with the public
• Experience using computer systems
• Ability to work at a desk for long periods

Desirable

• Experience with Auditbase
• Experience in NHS Dept

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

St Margaret's Hospital

Epping

Essex

CM16 6TN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

• Support the Senior Financial Accountant in the production of the Trust's financial accounts.
• Ensure accurate administration of salary sacrifice schemes, such as Cycle to Work and Car Lease schemes, in partnership with Payroll.
• Manage administration of Trust purchase cards and ensure financial controls operate effectively.
• Day-to-day management of the Injury Cost Recovery scheme.
• Ensure accurate accounting of VAT with the support of an advisor for complex issues and partial exemption calculations.
• Support completion of the agreement of balances process.
• Assist the Senior Financial Accountant with ad hoc duties.

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

For a detailed breakdown of requirements and responsibilities, please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• University Degree qualification or equivalent

Desirable

• AAT or equivalent qualified
• Up to date knowledge of NHS developments

Experience

Essential

• A good understanding of Financial Accounts

Desirable

• Experience of working within an NHS Finance Department
• Able to deal with complicated financial calculations.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Kao Park

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- To provide specialist occupational therapy assessments for adults with complex physical, cognitive, and behavioural impairments, applying advanced analytical skills to identify individual needs and determine appropriate therapeutic approaches. To develop comprehensive discharge recommendations based on clinical findings and the patients functional abilities.

- To prioritise clinical interventions according to patient needs, clinical urgency, and available resources, making informed decisions about the timing of further assessments and treatments. To coordinate timely referrals to relevant inpatient and community services, ensuring appropriate onward support following discharge.

- To apply advanced clinical reasoning and evidence-based techniques when managing complex rehabilitation needs, including specialist manual handling approaches to support the recovery of physical, sensory, and proprioceptive functions. To recommend suitable assistive equipment and minor environmental adaptations to improve patients functional abilities and safety.

- To provide specialist clinical guidance and second opinions to occupational therapy colleagues and other healthcare professionals regarding complex patient presentations and appropriate interventions. To support junior staff through clinical supervision, delegation of suitable tasks, formal appraisals, and ongoing performance development.

- To contribute to service improvement through clinical audits, research activities, accurate statistical reporting, and evaluation of clinical pathways and protocols. To advise the Therapy Manager and relevant team leads on service delivery matters, including staffing requirements, ward developments, and opportunities to improve clinical practice.

- To maintain accurate and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards, data protection legislation, and organisational policies. To participate in staff training, deliver educational sessions, supervise occupational therapy students on placement, develop patient information resources, and ensure compliance with relevant healthcare legislation, mandatory training, and professional practice requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration.
• Minimum one year of Occupational Therapy experience in a comparable clinical setting.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice, OT assessment techniques, activity analysis, and risk management.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage challenging situations.
• Experience in staff supervision, clinical governance, and service improvement, with practice educator experience desirable.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Princess Alexandra Hospital Nhs Trust

Hamstel Road

HARLOW

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- To manage an agreed clinical caseload within the established multidisciplinary and multi-agency framework, ensuring appropriate coordination of care and effective management of individual patient needs throughout the acute care pathway.

- To undertake clinical assessments using sound clinical reasoning and a range of standardized and non-standardized assessment tools, identifying patient-specific problems and establishing appropriate goals that address functional limitations and immediate rehabilitation needs.

- To select and apply evidence-based therapeutic approaches within the scope of professional practice, incorporating rehabilitative, developmental, and compensatory techniques to address individual functional difficulties and support meaningful engagement in daily activities.

- To implement appropriate occupational therapy interventions and monitor progress against planned outcomes, adapting treatment approaches and discharge arrangements where necessary to promote safe functional performance and maximize patients abilities.

- To provide patients and their carers with relevant guidance, education, and practical advice on occupational therapy interventions, while planning and undertaking home or access visits to identify environmental barriers and recommend suitable adaptations for safe living.

- To plan, prioritise, and organise clinical activities, including individual and group interventions, while maintaining accurate treatment records and applying clinical reasoning to inform ongoing care. To facilitate safe patient and equipment transfers using approved moving and handling techniques, maintain therapy equipment and materials, and ensure therapeutic tools are correctly fitted, adjusted, and used safely.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Degree or Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• Broad clinical placement experience, including inpatient and community settings.
• Good understanding of a wide range of medical conditions and NHS developments.
• Evidence of continuing professional development, IT skills, and a problem-solving approach.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Princess Alexandra Hospital Nhs Trust

Hamstel Road

HARLOW

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

The post holder will provide efficient, effective and flexible administrative and administrative support across the Women's Health Service. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the role will support the delivery of high-quality patient care by undertaking a wide range of administrative duties and providing cross-cover across Women's Health services as required.

The post holder will work across a variety of outpatient and inpatient areas, including Antenatal Clinic, Colposcopy, Hysteroscopy, Rapid Access Gynaecology Clinics, Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU), Antenatal/postnatal Wards and other Women's Health services. The role will involve providing reception cover, managing patient appointments, maintaining accurate records, processing referrals, handling telephone enquiries and supporting the day-to-day operational running of the service.

The post holder will be expected to work flexibly to provide administrative support where service demand requires, ensuring continuity of service during periods of annual leave, sickness absence, vacancies and peak activity. They will act as a first point of contact for patients, relatives and healthcare professionals, providing a professional, courteous and sensitive service at all times.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing reception and administrative support across all Women's Health services.
• Booking, cancelling and rescheduling patient appointments using Trust systems.
• Managing patient records and ensuring information is accurately entered onto electronic systems (Alex Health/Somerset/Infoflex etc).
• Processing referrals, clinic outcomes, correspondence and scanning documentation.
• Handling telephone and face-to-face enquiries from patients, relatives and healthcare professionals.
• Supporting Antenatal, Colposcopy, Hysteroscopy, Rapid Access Gynaecology, Early Pregnancy Unit and antenatal/postnatal Ward services.
• Assisting with clinic preparation, appointment management and patient pathway administration.
• Maintaining confidentiality and complying with Trust policies, procedures and information governance requirements.
• Providing cross-cover and administrative support throughout Women's Health Services as required to maintain safe and effective service delivery.

The post holder will be required to work collaboratively with clinical and administrative colleagues to ensure that Women's Health services operate efficiently and provide a positive patient experience.

Any other clerical duties within the Women’s Health Unit as required by the Assistant Service Delivery Manager/Service Delivery Manager - Family and Womens Health Services to ensure the smooth running of the Department.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to serve the communities of West Essex, providing safe, compassionate, and high-quality healthcare services. As part of the national Neighbourhood Health Programme, we are transforming the way care is delivered by working closely with health, social care, local authority, and voluntary sector partners to provide more joined-up, proactive care closer to home.

Women's Health Services at PAHT provide a wide range of specialist services, including Antenatal Care, Colposcopy, Hysteroscopy, Rapid Access Gynaecology Clinics, Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU), Antenatal/postnatal Inpatient Services, and Cancer Pathway Support. Our dedicated teams work together to deliver excellent patient-centred care in a supportive and compassionate environment.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and supported. We offer flexible working opportunities, access to learning and development programmes, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Join our Women's Health team and play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality care for women and their families across West Essex.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths, English GCSE grade 4 or above

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in administration or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• IT literate
• Good Communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Fixed term end date - 31/03/2027

Job overview

• To participate in the professional provision of Pharmacy Services to the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust and other organisations to which the pharmacy department provides a service.

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of the Pharmacy team to provide an effective and professional pharmacy service in the:
• • Pharmacy Dispensary
  • Clinical Pharmacy at Ward Level
  • Medicines Information
  • Pharmacy Technical Services
• To undergo peer review and competency-based assessment to ensure required standards of service are met.
• To be involved in specified project or group work

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Identify, select dispense and distribute drugs for in and out patients prescriptions.
• Identify dispense and distribute pharmaceutical items including Controlled Drugs, Clinical Trials and extemporaneously prepared products to wards and departments throughout the Trust according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
• Take part in patient counselling and provide information on medicines to patients, doctors and other health care staff.
• Supervise and or check the dispensing of prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Carry out reception duties, involving dealing with patients, relatives and all grades of healthcare workers.
• Deal with telephone enquiries and handle prescription charges.
• Use the computer systems to track prescriptions.

• Monitor statutory and local regulations regarding the storage, control and administration of medicines, including ward controlled drug checks.
• To open and close the pharmacy dispensary.
• To clinically screen prescriptions to ensure safe, effective and economic use of drugs and to resolve prescribing problems.
• To ensure that ‘to follow’ items are dealt with according to the SOP.
• Operate the automated pharmacy storage and dispensing system.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NHS/Hospital experience

Experience

Essential

• Computer Literate
• Understanding the importance of monitoring quality of service
• Knowledge and understanding of medicine legislation
• Awareness of current developments in pharmacy practice
• Understanding the need of confidentiality awareness at all times
• Able to effectively work with Medical Staff and other Healthcare Professionals
• Ability to influence prescribing and dispensing practice/policy to promote pharmaceutical care
• Ability to follow procedures accurately
• Effective customer service skills able to work to meet the needs of the customers of the department and meet the standards of the Trust Code of Conduct at all times

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishop’s Stortford, and St Margaret’s Hospital in Epping. Our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the St Margaret’s site in Epping which offers further CT, X-ray, MRI and Ultrasound services.

We employ 3,500 staff and serve a local population of around 350,000 people living in west Essex and east Hertfordshire, centred on the M11 corridor and the towns of Harlow, Bishop’s Stortford and Epping. Our extended catchment area incorporates a population of up to 500,000 and includes the areas of Hoddesdon, Cheshunt and Broxbourne in Hertfordshire.

Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Radiographer to join our progressive and supportive Imaging Department. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of highquality diagnostic radiography services across a range of clinical areas, supporting a 24/7 imaging model (including weekends, nigh shifts and evenings).

You will work across multiple modalities and locations, including:

• General Xray
• A&E / Trauma Imaging
• Mobile Radiography
• Theatres
• CT (with full training provided)

Sites include: Princess Alexandra Hospital, Herts and Essex Hospital, and St Margaret’s Hospital.

Comprehensive training will be provided in CT, including the preparation of patients for CT Colonography. Staff with a particular interest will have the opportunity to develop further in advanced CT imaging, including Cardiac CT.

The Trust is committed to supporting continuous professional development and offers clear pathways for clinical and career progression within a friendly and forwardthinking team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration as a Radiographer
• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in relevant field
• PACS and/or IT qualifications
• IV Cannulation training

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience as a student or employee
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Experience performing mobile and theatre radiography
• Basic CT experience (placement exposure acceptable)
• Experience working with RIS/PACS

Desirable

• Experience working in a busy acute hospital
• Experience in A&E / Trauma imaging
• Experience working in a busy acute hospital
• Experience in A&E / Trauma imaging

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Job overview

To support patients during ultrasound examinations, and to assist the other imaging assistants with preparing patients and carrying out these examinations. To act as a mentor and role model to junior RDAs; being a point of contact for advice and guidance. To be proactive in your work assisting radiology staff with the view that the patient’s needs come first. To book patients for ultrasound examinations into the relevant ultrasound room diaries as required and to provide training into how to do this for junior RDAs. This is a rotational role through obstetric and non-obstetric ultrasound.

• Post will close early if max numbers reached.

Main duties of the job

• To provide an effective Radiology service to PAH Trust, within departmental protocols
• To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, peers, clinicians, and other staff throughout the organisation
• To maintain the principles of patient confidentiality at all times
• To work as part of a team
• To work with minimal supervision
• To support radiology staff and supervise junior RDAs
• To plan and prioritise own workload
• To work flexibly to cover evening and weekend sessions within contracted hours
• To be pro-active in own self-development
• To use computerised and manual methods to update patient records for each examination
• To attend all mandatory training
• To report incidents and/or potential accidents within the department, in line with Trust policy
• To care for patients within the Radiology department in terms of their immediate physical and emotional requirements
• To develop an astute understanding of patient preparation requirements prior and during examinations
• Ensure all rooms are cleaned and stocked 7-days a week.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To check stock levels as part of the departmental weekly stock checks, document this and report low stock levels to the relevant senior manager
• To communicate with a broad range of patients prior to examination. This may include patients whose first language is not English or those who have difficulty understanding due to their medical condition
• To be able to deal with many, often conflicting, demands on attention at the same time, while remaining focused on current task
• To understand and comply with legislative obligation, including Data Protection Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, local radiation rules, departmental and Trust policies
• To carry out other duties as requested by any member of the senior management team
• To undergo an annual performance appraisal and review, whereby future objectives are identified and actioned
• To always present a professional front while on duty and be an ambassador for the profession and the department
• Coordinate the arrival and departure of patients to and from the relevant departments
• To assist in the manual handling of patients moving to and from the scanning rooms, in line with trust manual handling policies
• To train and mentor junior staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in acute care or equivalent experience
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 in acute care or equivalent experience
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience with difficult and challenging situations
• Experience with difficult and challenging situations

Desirable

• NHS experience as healthcare support worker
• Experience with mentoring and training
• Experience working in ultrasound

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our friendly and supportive team at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist who is ready to develop their clinical and leadership skills while making a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families.

Working as an autonomous practitioner within our MDT, you will provide high-quality, person-centred OT assessment and intervention to patients with a range of complex needs.

We are committed to supporting the professional development and well being of our staff. You will receive clinical supervision and support, weekly IST and CPD funding/opportunities.

Rotations are 9 months in length and include Care of the Elderly, Critical Care & Surgery, Acute Medicine, Orthopaedics (elective and trauma), ED and Frailty, Palliative Care as well as community rotations with our partners in EPUT.

Main duties of the job

• To have a major role in the advanced Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment of patients within the speciality who may have acute, complex and/or chronic presentations, provide functional assessment and deliver individualised treatment plans aimed at reducing the impact of disability and ill health.
• To undertake a leading role in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service provided to inpatients on many wards, by the medical/surgical team on a daily basis.
• To deputise where necessary for team lead Occupational Therapist. Responsible for the clinical development of the service within the speciality, and provide day to day management of more junior staff, including Band 5 Occupational Therapists and assistants.
• To work with community teams, for onward referral for patients being discharged home, to facilitate a safe and timely discharge.

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

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

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

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and personal specification for further details. We welcome visits or informal discussions about the role. Please get in touch with Katie Silk (head of therapies) via email - [email protected] or on

01279827199.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or MSC in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapy
• Membership of specialist section groups within the Royal College of Occupational Therapy, or other groups relevant to workplace

Experience

Essential

• Adherence to the Royal College of Occupational Therapy code of ethics and professional conduct, RCOT and HCPC guidelines
• To use specialist knowledge to inform practice, and policy/service developments as applicable. Information not exclusively NHS Long term plan, and NICE, RCP and RCOT guidelines
• At least one year working as an Occupational Therapist within a comparable setting
• To be able to critically examine and evaluate own performance within the work setting, initiate change to working practice and demonstrate integration of newly acquired knowledge into practice

Desirable

• At least two years experience working as an Occupational Therapist within a comparable setting
• Experience as practice educator to OT students and/or supervision of more junior OT staff

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to this at all times.
• To demonstrate clinical expertise in care of any patients receiving treatment in the ward / department 3
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the ward / department on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team.
• To accurately assimilate and interpret clinical information about the patient’ condition, promptly report changes and instigate remedial action as appropriate • To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives.
• To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patient’s condition and treatment delivered.
• To act as a mentor to junior staff members, responsible for orientation, supervision and ongoing development of junior and student nurses in conjunction with the departmental manager and relevant practice education team.
• To act as a preceptor, responsible for completing competency documents for junior staff within agreed timeframes .
• To act as a practice supervisor and practice assessor to nursing students undertaking further education as requested and required. Ensuring a positive learning experience and facilitating the development of their clinical skills.
• To contribute to the wider educational activities within the directorate – ensuring attendance at and contributing to the delivery of educational activities within the directorate • To promote and encourage the application of research and evidence based practice.
• To participate in any research projects conducted in the clinical area as appropriate.
• To manage the clinical workload effectively, ensuring care is prioritised appropriately 4 .
• To contribute positively towards the delivery of a cost effective service, adjusting staffing levels to meet demand and assisting the ward manager to keep within agreed resources • To assist with the ongoing organisation of the ward / department, co-ordinating activities of the clinical area.
• To liaise with the MDT, Bed managers and site managers to ensure optimal bed usage at all times, facilitating timely admission and discharge if patients.
• To act as a team leader to an identified group of staff, monitoring and documenting the development of their clinical skills .
• To develop own skills in recruitment and retention, sickness management and performance manager as determined by the line manager.
• To actively support the process of patient safety and quality – ensuring incidents are reported appropriately and helping identify ways of preventing errors and accidents to both patients and staff .
• To make a positive contribution to service development affecting the clinical area and positively influence others to adapt to change .
• To actively promote patient experience, assisting in resolving (informal) complaints and supporting the ward / departmental manager to investigate formal complaint.
• To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence.
• To keep up to date with NMC, Trust and directorate values and adhere to these at all times.
• To be a fully active and committed member of the multidisciplinary team operating in the directorate .
• To demonstrate an insight into own professional development, contributing to the process of identifying own educational needs and clinical training needs in conjunction with the ward / department manager .
• Participate in own individual performance review and after suitable training to be responsible for undertaking for own team of staff.
• To ensure own educational commitment is at least sufficient to maintain revalidation requirements and ensure own mandatory training certificates are current.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (part 1 register)
• Evidence of continued professional studies related to area of speciality
• Teaching qualification such as practice assessor or mentorship

Desirable

• Degree in nursing or equivalent
• Evidence of presentation/teaching skills
• Leadership courses
• Minimum standard ILS competent

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate clinical expertise relevant to area
• Demonstrate interest and commitment to the professional development of others
• Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and self
• Able to contribute to develop the workplace as a learning environment
• Awareness and understanding of current health issues and in particular demonstrate a good understanding of the NHS long term plan and other recent initiatives

Desirable

• Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment
• An understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management
• An understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

To be fully involved in the development of costing and pricing models as the Trust moves into a demanding environment together with support for the realisation of benefits and clinical efficiencies from new capital projects and other areas.

To be responsible for ensuring that all specialty SLAs are signed off in accordance with Trust policy and that all recharges both inward and outward are robustly managed.

To be responsible for the setting of the specialty Budgets in consultation with the FBP and Budget Holders.

To be fully involved in financial planning including the identifying cost pressures and opportunities to reallocate budgets alongside the specialty General Managers. To ensure that income opportunities are maximised.

To develop, with the specialty clinical and operational managers, Patient, Quality and Productivity (PQP) initiatives and to be responsible for monitoring performance and delivery against these programmes.

To provide expert and specialist knowledge and be responsible for the continued implementation and development of the Trust Payment by Results (PbR) and Agenda for Change (AfC) policies and any other DOH initiatives.

Assist with the development and implementation of Service Line Reporting (SLR) and Patient Level Costing (PLiCs) within the division.

To be responsible for ensuring that the Specialty are educated and informed as to the potential income consequences of activity plans and that outcomes are communicated as appropriate.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To assist the Finance Business Partners in the provision of a complete professional financial service to each division, including preparation of consolidated financial monthly performance reports, forecasts, analysing trends and variances in accordance with the Trust monthly financial timetable.

• To be responsible for the maintenance of strong financial controls in the allocated Specialty in line with Trust SFI for both expenditure and WTE. To provide training and guidance to Budget Holders in budgetary management and the maintenance of the Trust Budget Management Policy and SFI and SO compliance. To advise on best practice for procurement to ensure efficiency. To include responsibility for the specialty budget management training.

• To ensure that all specialty income sources are identified and income agreements for SLA’s salary recharges etc are signed off in accordance with Trust policy and timetables.

• To support the Finance Business Partners in applying the costing and pricing system to SLA’s, financial appraisal and business planning and be responsible for the maintenance and continuous improvement of the specialty costing and pricing systems.

• To be responsible for the development and implementation of Service Line Reporting (SLR) within the Specialty, in consultation with the Finance Business Partners and the Trust’s Income & Commissioning Team.

• To have responsibility to undertake periodic reviews of the financial controls within the Directorate and prepare reports and risk assessments based on information gathered.

• To meet regularly with specialty Budget Holders and to provide information and analysis to them. In addition to support the communication of information between them and the specialty management accountants and other departments within Finance.

• To be responsible for the financial planning and implementation to achieve the objectives in the Trust and specialty Annual Plan and to take responsibility for specific projects e.g. business cases for benefits realisation and budget setting for the Specialty. To be responsible for the financial planning to identify the specialty efficiency initiatives and to agree this framework with the specialty Boards. To ensure timely monitoring and reporting for these programmes against the agreed plan.

• To be responsible for the financial planning to enable the Specialty to implement major capital developments and realising benefits arising from these investments and the planning and costing for the specialty capital bids. To prepare costing models and business cases for proposed developments and projects within the agreed timetable.

• To take overall responsibility for providing a full financial advice service to a department of the specialty.

• To support the Finance Business Partners in financial training and accreditation of Budget Holders in line with Trust approved policy.

• To prepare costing models for proposed developments and projects applications within the agreed timetable.

• To resolve queries from Finance, Budget Holders and other Internal and External staff regarding financial management matters with minimal supervision.

• To comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act with regard to the confidentiality of personal information and patient confidentiality.

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and the manager. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure.

The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in light of changing circumstances.

The post holder might be required to work across the Trust at any time throughout the duration of his/her contract, which may entail travel and working at different locations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Part qualified (intermediate \ finalist) CCAB (Consultancy Committee of Accountancy Bodies) Qualification or CIMA with up to date membership or actively studying towards a professional qualification
• Educated to Degree Level (or equivalent experience)

Experience

Essential

• Experience at a mid-level of NHS finance
• Experience of working within an Acute Hospital Trust

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking and implementing change
• Experience of leading and working in a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Kao Park

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure implementation of evidence-based practice and national critical care standards

• Lead the translation of current evidence, national guidelines, and best practice recommendations into clinical care delivery.
• Ensure compliance with national critical care standards, professional frameworks, and local policies.
• Promote the use of research findings and quality improvement methodologies to improve patient outcomes.
• Monitor adherence to clinical protocols and ensure care is delivered consistently across the service.
• Champion innovation and encourage staff participation in evidence-based practice initiatives.

Lead management of complex and deteriorating patients

• Support clinical teams in the assessment, management, and escalation of critically ill patients with complex needs.
• Ensure timely intervention and effective multidisciplinary collaboration during clinical emergencies.
• Provide expert clinical input for patients requiring advanced organ support and specialist interventions.
• Facilitate decision-making regarding patient admission, transfer, escalation, and end-of-life care.
• Support staff in managing ethical, legal, and professional issues associated with critical care delivery.

Promote patient safety initiatives and learning from incidents

• Lead the development and implementation of patient safety strategies within the unit.
• Foster a culture of openness and learning where incidents, near misses, and concerns are reported and addressed effectively.
• Analyse patient safety data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure dissemination of lessons learned from incidents and implementation of preventive actions.
• Support the development of human factors awareness and safety-focused behaviours amongst staff.

Lead mortality reviews, quality improvement programmes, and implementation of recommendations

• Coordinate and contribute to mortality reviews and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Lead quality improvement projects designed to enhance patient safety, experience, and outcomes.
• Analyse clinical outcomes and benchmark performance against national standards.
• Develop and implement action plans arising from audits, reviews, and quality assessments.
• Monitor progress against improvement objectives and report outcomes to senior management and governance groups.

Maintain oversight of patient flow, capacity management and escalation processes

• Ensure effective management of critical care capacity and patient throughput.
• Coordinate admission, discharge, and transfer decisions in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Monitor bed occupancy, staffing levels, and patient acuity to ensure safe service delivery.
• Escalate capacity pressures and operational risks appropriately through Trust escalation processes.
• Work closely with site management teams to optimise patient flow across the organisation.

Operational Management

Lead the day-to-day operational management of the Critical Care Unit

• Provide overall operational leadership for the unit ensuring safe, effective, and efficient service delivery.
• Coordinate workforce, equipment, and clinical resources to meet service demands.
• Ensure operational objectives and performance targets are achieved.
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Support service resilience through effective contingency and business continuity planning.

Full JD attached to vacancy.

This is an outline job description designed to give an overview of the responsibilities of the post. The post holder will be expected to be flexible to respond to change and organisational need. The post holder will also be expected to contribute to the wider corporate and organisational needs of the Trust as appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (part 1 register)
• Evidence of presentation/teaching skills
• Completion of 60 credit critical care course
• Completion of Step 1, 2 and 3 critical care competencies
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Completion of Step 4 critical care competency
• Leadership and mentorship courses

Desirable

• Evidence of presentation/teaching skills

Experience

Essential

• Ability to assess, plan care and evaluate care for a variety of patients
• Recent post registration experience within a similar clinical setting
• Experience within critical care setting

Desirable

• Previous experience working in acute ward setting
• Experience of supervising others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

• Apply clinical criteria to the management of our DMARD and Biologic patients.
• Responsible for booking of DMARD and Biologic patients requiring clinician review or infusions.
• Oversee the end to end pathway, using the system to inform, for our patients on DMARDs and Biologics.
• Use Alex Health as required to progress pathways for patients including creating encounters.
• To work with the wider clinical team to progress prescriptions and medication for patients.
• Complete, where required, weight and BP checks for the patients as part of their clinical pathway.
• Named contact point, liaising with patients and relatives, as well as medical representatives, GPs/other hospitals, nursing staff, Rheumatology team and support services to ensure that appointments are appropriately planned and managed. This can be face-to-face in clinics or over the telephone.
• To provide advice to patients in matters relating to their appointments, and with regard to their position on the waiting list.
• To deal with enquiries from all service users in a helpful, courteous and diplomatic manner.
• To ensure a high standard of Customer Service is provided at all times in relation to booking complex appointments with patients.
• Required to identify, resolve and pre-empt any situation that may result in a breach of access targets. Regularly analyze waiting list information to ensure compliance within national waiting time standards.
• To ensure all patient admission information is recorded on Alex Health / DAWN and CRIS in a timely manner so the same information is reflected on systems simultaneously.
• To work with all relevant members of Multi-disciplinary team to ensure that all available re lists/ clinics are utilized to maximum potential, including replacing short-notice cancellations and identification of vacant sessions that may be used by alternative Doctors/ Pharmacists, Clinical Nurse Specialists as required.
• Analysis of information regarding waiting lists and identify requirement for additional capacity and flag to relevant operational team / Chief Pharmacist/ CNS for Rheumatology in a timely manner to ensure that patients are treated within Access Policy and government waiting time standards.
• Responsible for ensuring information regarding patients' special needs and/or co morbidities are documented and communicated to relevant wards/departments i.e. Transport or stretcher patient.
• To communicate all changes to relevant personnel.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Has achieved the Care Certificate
• NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent level of knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Has completed a minimum of two years as a Health Care Assistant
• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment plan

Desirable

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology appropriate to Rheumatology
• Experience of working with DAWN

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

The post is suited to a motivated registered nurse with at least two years post registration experience who is interested in developing or applying their research delivery skills in a dynamic NHS environment. Current or previous research experience and GCP training is desirable, although the successful candidate will be supported to develop the knowledge and confidence required to deliver research safely and effectively.

The role contributes to the wider organisation by helping to embed research as part of everyday clinical practice and supporting PAHT's ambition to improve patient outcomes, experience and access to innovative care. By delivering clinical research studies efficiently and to a high standard, the post supports Trust wide research performance, strengthens relationships with clinical specialties and external partners, and contributes to the Trust's reputation as an organisation that actively supports research, innovation and continuous improvement. The post also supports organisational sustainability by contributing to research activity, income generation, workforce development and the delivery of high quality, evidence based care across services.

The successful candidate will demonstrate PAHT's values of Patient at Heart, Everyday Excellence and Creative Collaboration by placing patients and carers at the centre of research delivery, maintaining high standards of clinical and research practice, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve access to safe, ethical and high quality clinical research.

Main duties of the job

• Delivery of clinical trials and research studies across PAHT
• Screening, recruitment and supporting the informed consent process
• Participant care, safety and experience
• Study visit coordination and performing protocol specific assessments
• Completion of source documentation, case report forms and audit ready records
• Safety reporting for adverse events and serious adverse events
• Collaborative working with PI's, clinical teams, trial Sponsors and external partners
• Contributing to recruitment targets and NIHR study set-up and delivery metrics

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This is a Trust-wide role requiring flexibility to support research activity across multiple specialties and hospital sites. The post holder will work within the East of England Regional Research Delivery Network (EoE RRDN), which forms part of the NIHR Research Delivery Network and supports the delivery of health and care research across England. The role involves assessing and managing patients participating in clinical studies, recruiting and educating participants, monitoring their progress, collecting accurate data, and working closely with research teams and multidisciplinary colleagues. The post holder is expected to maintain a thorough understanding of study protocols and ensure compliance with local, national and international research regulations.

The Clinical Trials Research Nurse will identify eligible patients for research studies using study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and will manage an individual caseload of research participants. The role includes attending multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical sessions to support screening and recruitment activities while providing specialist research advice to clinical colleagues. The post holder will maintain accurate clinical records and undertake both routine and protocol-specific assessments, including venepuncture, ECGs, vital signs monitoring, drug administration and other study-related procedures. Responsibilities also include reporting adverse events within required timelines, coordinating the day-to-day care of research participants, managing study data in accordance with approved protocols, and acting as a key point of contact for patients throughout their participation in research.

The Clinical Trials Research Nurse will identify eligible patients for research studies using study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and will manage an individual caseload of research participants. The role includes attending multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical sessions to support screening and recruitment activities while providing specialist research advice to clinical colleagues. The post holder will maintain accurate clinical records and undertake both routine and protocol-specific assessments, including venepuncture, ECGs, vital signs monitoring, drug administration and other study-related procedures. Responsibilities also include reporting adverse events within required timelines, coordinating the day-to-day care of research participants, managing study data in accordance with approved protocols, and acting as a key point of contact for patients throughout their participation in research.

The post holder will contribute to the management and delivery of the local clinical research portfolio, ensuring that all studies are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and research governance requirements. They will support the informed consent process by providing clear and comprehensive information to potential participants, enabling them to make informed decisions about research participation. The role involves working closely with sponsors, Clinical Research Associates, monitors and other stakeholders, providing study progress information as required. Responsibilities include maintaining Trial Master Files, managing study documentation, identifying and addressing recruitment challenges, supporting colleagues during periods of absence, completing feasibility assessments and expressions of interest, contributing to resource planning, maintaining accurate recruitment data and ensuring completed studies are archived appropriately in accordance with local requirements.

The Clinical Trials Research Nurse must ensure that study-specific systems and technology are suitable for local use and that all equipment required for research activity is appropriately calibrated and complies with study and local standards. The post holder is responsible for completing all relevant training before using any study-specific technology or equipment.

The post holder will work in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and the NMC Code, maintaining high standards of patient care and safety at all times. They will contribute to the continuous improvement of services across the Trust, uphold patient confidentiality, and ensure that patient and public feedback is appropriately sought, escalated and acted upon. The role also includes supporting complaints processes in accordance with Trust policy.

The role requires effective use of information technology and standard office equipment, alongside a high level of accuracy in documentation and data management. The post holder must be able to travel between Trust sites and may occasionally undertake home visits where required by study protocols. The position demands sustained concentration, the ability to manage competing priorities and resilience in responding to interruptions and changing workloads.

The post holder will regularly encounter situations requiring tact, diplomacy and emotional resilience. They must be able to respond professionally and sensitively to complex or emotionally demanding circumstances that may arise during the course of their duties.

* Post may close is maximum candidates reached *

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The post holder will be a level 1 registered nurse
• Maintain professional development keeping up to date with current
• practice and NMC Revalidation requirements

Desirable

• The post holder will have a post graduate degree/masters or equivalent
• experience
• The post holder will have GCP training

Experience

Essential

• 2 years post qualification/registration experience

Desirable

• Current/previous research experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Fixed term end date 23/07/2027.

Job overview

To support patients during ultrasound examinations, and to assist the other imaging

assistants with preparing patients and carrying out these examinations. To act as a mentor and role model to junior RDAs; being a point of contact for advice and guidance. To be proactive in your work assisting radiology staff with the view that the patient’s needs come first. To book patients for ultrasound examinations into the relevant ultrasound room diaries as required and to provide training into how to do this for junior RDAs. This is a rotational role through obstetric and non-obstetric ultrasound.

• Post will close early if max numbers reached.

Main duties of the job

• To provide an effective Radiology service to PAH Trust, within departmental protocols
• To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, peers, clinicians, and other staff throughout the organisation
• To maintain the principles of patient confidentiality at all times
• To work as part of a team
• To work with minimal supervision
• To support radiology staff and supervise junior RDAs
• To plan and prioritise own workload
• To work flexibly to cover evening and weekend sessions within contracted hours
• To be pro-active in own self-development
• To use computerised and manual methods to update patient records for each examination
• To attend all mandatory training
• To report incidents and/or potential accidents within the department, in line with Trust policy
• To care for patients within the Radiology department in terms of their immediate physical and emotional requirements
• To develop an astute understanding of patient preparation requirements prior and during examinations
• Ensure all rooms are cleaned and stocked 7-days a week.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To check stock levels as part of the departmental weekly stock checks, document this and report low stock levels to the relevant senior manager
• To communicate with a broad range of patients prior to examination. This may include patients whose first language is not English or those who have difficulty understanding due to their medical condition
• To be able to deal with many, often conflicting, demands on attention at the same time, while remaining focused on current task
• To understand and comply with legislative obligation, including Data Protection Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, local radiation rules, departmental and Trust policies
• To carry out other duties as requested by any member of the senior management team
• To undergo an annual performance appraisal and review, whereby future objectives are identified and actioned
• To always present a professional front while on duty and be an ambassador for the profession and the department
• Coordinate the arrival and departure of patients to and from the relevant departments
• To assist in the manual handling of patients moving to and from the scanning rooms, in line with trust manual handling policies
• To train and mentor junior staff.
• To be able to prepare the ultrasound room and equipment for all various types of ultrasound scans, ensuring all equipment is cleaned appropriately between each patient.
• To act as a chaperone for patients as required.
• To organise inpatient scans according to staff skill mix/availability
• To aid in the personal care of patients
• To aid Sonographers and Radiologists in Ultrasound guided injection lists
• To liaise with patient transport
• To support staff in emergency situations
• Empathetic support required when assisting patients with unexpected scan findings, particularly in the obstetric department. Approaching the sonographer or line manager is encouraged if any emotional support is needed after distressing situations

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in acute care or equivalent experience
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

• The Care Certificate
• The Higher Development Award

Experience

Essential

• Experience with difficult and challenging situations
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Experience working in ultrasound
• Experience with mentoring and training
• Experience with mentoring and training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

This role is a full-time role that involves chaperoning patients within the Breast Unit. The role also involves supporting clinicians undertaking breast biopsies and procedures so would suit someone who has had experience as breast clinical assistant. However we are happy to train the right individual. The key attributes for the role are compassion, excellent communication and team working.

Main duties of the job

• To plan and organise the daily workload within a specialised area in consultation with Radiologists and Radiographers. • Liaising with doctors requesting urgent examinations and communicating this information to Radiologists in a timely and accurate way. • Collecting patients from the Breast Unit Waiting Room • Preparing the patients for examination – asking them to undress and assisting them with this if necessary, explaining the procedures, answering questions. This requires detailed knowledge of the procedures being undertaken. • Caring for patients within the Breast Unit in terms of their immediate physical and emotional requirements. • Entering data onto the Breast Unit Information System (CRIS). • Updating CRIS with post-examination details. • Safe disposal of clinical waste, including safe disposal of sharps. • Safe handling of body fluids – this requires awareness and compliance with infection control methods and protocols for cleaning blood, urine etc.

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

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

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

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Prepare the examination room at the beginning of each list, ensuring linen is clean and the room is tidy and fit for purpose. Ensure all documentation is present and correct prior to the list beginning. Use CRIS and Patient Administration System (PAS) to construct the daily work list. Ensure examination rooms are fully stocked of consumable items and replenish as necessary. Report / order when supplies of consumables are low. Ensure examination room is kept tidy between patients, changing paper on examination tables. Ensure a sufficient supply of examination gowns is available for patients to change into. Working closely with the appointments team to ensure all sessions are used optimally. Keep patients informed before, during and after examination, including how and where to get the results from the examination.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE C or Level 2 for Maths and English

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of healthcare environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

St Margaret's Hospital

Epping

Essex

CM16 6TN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

The Band 6 Children's Hospital at Home (HaH) Nurse will provide high-quality, child-centred nursing care to children and young people within their own homes and community settings as an alternative to hospital admission or to facilitate early supported discharge.

The post holder will work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for children with acute and chronic health conditions. They will act as a clinical leader, supporting junior staff and students, promoting evidence-based practice, and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care.

The role requires excellent clinical assessment skills, sound decision-making abilities, and the capacity to work independently while maintaining strong links with acute paediatric services, primary care, and community partners.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver specialist nursing care to children and young people in their homes, schools, and community settings.
• Undertake holistic assessments, formulate care plans, and evaluate outcomes in partnership with children, young people, and families.
• Provide acute assessment and monitoring of children referred to the Hospital at Home service.
• Safely administer medications, including intravenous therapies where appropriately trained.
• Support the management of acute childhood illnesses in accordance with agreed pathways and clinical guidelines.
• Identify signs of clinical deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Facilitate early supported discharge from inpatient wards and the Children's Emergency Department.
• Support admission avoidance initiatives through enhanced community-based care.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.

• Participate in safeguarding children processes and contribute to child protection assessments where required.

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

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

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

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Deliver specialist nursing care to children and young people in their homes, schools, and community settings.
• Undertake holistic assessments, formulate care plans, and evaluate outcomes in partnership with children, young people, and families.
• Provide acute assessment and monitoring of children referred to the Hospital at Home service.
• Safely administer medications, including intravenous therapies where appropriately trained.
• Support the management of acute childhood illnesses in accordance with agreed pathways and clinical guidelines.
• Identify signs of clinical deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Facilitate early supported discharge from inpatient wards and the Children's Emergency Department.
• Support admission avoidance initiatives through enhanced community-based care.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.

• Participate in safeguarding children processes and contribute to child protection assessments where required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Childrens Nurse
• Mentorship/Practice Supervisor qualification or willingness to undertake
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have access to a car

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience within acute paediatric nursing
• Experience of caring for children with acute and long-term conditions
• Experience of multidisciplinary working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

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

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

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

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

Main duties of the job

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

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

See attached job description for further information.

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

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

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

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Managerial Responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Advanced Multi-Agency Child Protection Training

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

• Experience of delivering clinical / safeguarding supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

St Margaret's Hospital

Epping

Essex

CM16 6TN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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

Using the Trusts Cancer Management System, the postholder will track and monitor patients progressing them through their cancer pathway effectively and in line with both local and CWT guidance policies escalating any issues causing delays to patient pathways effectively and in a timely manner to seek resolution to the problem .

It is essential that all records are up to date and accurate which involves using multiple Trust systems to identify any information relevant to the patient and their cancer pathway working collaboratively with Op's, Clinical and Supporting Teams to obtain information and clarify plans for diagnostics and seek to expedite where appropriate all investigations , appointments to progress patients through to discharge or diagnosis.

Daily use of generic Cancer Team email boxes to update all relevant cancer PTL information received and to communicate requests for updates and escalations to relevant Teams both internal and external.

Adhere to processes that identify patients with a new diagnosis of cancer needing discussion at MDT to decide on treatment plans and management and highlight these to MDT Coordinators. with full up to date information required for these discussions.

To ensure all diagnostics, appointments procedures requested are undertaken and interpret outcomes from these and effectively request clinical review for next steps.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to at least A Level/diploma level or comparable experience

Desirable

• Demonstrable evidence of further (relevant) academic qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Experience of running and maintaining computerised databases
• Excellent word-processing and spread sheet skills, including Microsoft word and excel
• Understanding of Multidisciplinary working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Kao Park

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To deliver the gestational diabetes telephone clinic, ensuring women newly diagnosed with the condition receive structured dietary education following their initial diagnosis.
• To provide further explanation of written gestational diabetes information, breaking down key dietary principles into clear and practical steps that can be understood and applied.
• To assess each callers understanding of the dietary information provided and identify any areas requiring further clarification during the telephone consultation.
• To discuss practical approaches to incorporating recommended dietary changes into everyday meals, routines and lifestyle following a diagnosis of gestational diabetes.
• To contribute to the development of a Teams-based group education model, considering how the existing one-to-one telephone service could be adapted for group delivery.
• To support the review and refinement of the gestational diabetes education pathway, helping to ensure the format and content remain appropriate for women accessing the service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nutrition and Dietetics degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
• HCPC registered Dietitian.
• Evidence of relevant post-registration training.
• Oncology dietetics experience in an acute setting.
• Relevant post-registration clinical experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Princess Alexandra Hospital

Hamstel Road

HARLOW

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Job overview

This band 7 role is the joint team lead therapy position for our integrated medicine team alongside a band 7 physiotherapist. Together you will be responsible for the therapies intervention across 6 wards and the management of 11 staff members.

You will provide a high quality expert Occupational Therapy to a specialist caseload of medical and neurology patients which consists of patients on our acute medical wards (including cardiology and respiratory) as well as having oversight of patients within the hospital with a neurological diagnosis. You will require advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and the ability to analyse to support assessments.

You will be supported with induction, probation and yearly appraisals and be responsible for the maintenance and development of own continuing professional development identifying and contributing to the evidence base of occupational therapy.

You will educate occupational therapy students on practice placements and support the management of the occupational therapy service as required by the deputy therapy manager and therapy manager.

This is a full time position, including working at weekends when rostered.

Main duties of the job

• To be responsible for providing individual and client centred assessments to medicine & neurology managing the most complex cases addressing occupational performance skills, patterns, context or contexts and activity demands in collaboration with patients and carers.
• To undertake occupational therapy specialist multi-needs assessments using complex and advanced clinical reasoning demonstrating critical thinking, reflection and analysis to develop individual and group goal and task oriented treatment plans.
• To act as a source of clinical expertise and advice providing clinical leadership within the medical team and provide a resource for other teams in regards to neurology.
• To develop collaborative treatment plans with patents, carers and colleagues in the hospital and if necessary in the patient’s home environment, demonstrating ethical clinical reasoning and problem solving techniques to determine agreed outcomes across health and social care.
• To maintain high professional standards, continuously promoting and developing quality improvements appropriate to the needs of the occupational therapy service and profession.
• To be responsible for clinical and managerial caseload management ensuring clinical governance, quality assurance and occupational therapy professional standards are met.

• To undertake complex risk assessments and to advise others in determining appropriate management specifically relating to moving and handling, safe use of equipment, pre-discharge access assessments and home assessments ensuring safety during occupational therapy interventions both in hospital and the patient’s home.
• To understand and apply National Guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in occupational therapy practice.
• To take a lead in developing and implementing clinical training programmes and in- service training for occupational therapy staff and other professionals.
• Be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your work, ensuring a high standard of care for your patients and support more junior staff to do likewise. This includes the use of autonomy to work within the scope of practice and treat patients within general professional guidelines and standards as determined by the Royal College of Occupational Therapy and any other appropriate source.
• To operationally lead and manage designated occupational therapy staff within the medical team, providing effective guidance, supervision and performance management including the education and management of students on practice placements.
• To inform the occupational therapy service of changes in clinical practice which may influence occupational therapy service delivery, business planning and strategic reviews to support the delivery of the annual occupational therapy plan, meeting agreed objectives.
• To ensure accurate and up to date records of all professional judgements, decisions taken, related statistical information are kept and reported in accordance with occupational therapy policies.
• To participate as required in the recruitment selection and induction of junior occupational therapy staff.
• To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development within occupational therapy, medicine & neurology leading on delegated projects.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and personal specification of the role for further information. Alternatively you are welcome to call the therapies department on

01279 827199

and speak with Katie Silk (head of therapies) or Darryl De Souza (deputy therapy manager) for an informal chat.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a senior Band 6 or preferably Band 7 level in a medical and neurology setting
• An understanding of national health and social care, regional and local (ICB and the Trust) initiatives
• A foundation in specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions relevant to the post
• Experience of supervising staff and students

Desirable

• Change Management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To speak with patients on the telephone to advise of bookings.
• To greet all patients in a warm and friendly manner.
• To treat all patients at all times in a sensitive, honest and courteous manner.
• To advise and direct patients throughout their visit, maintaining good customer relationship and care.
• To assist patients with outpatient administrative queries.
• To receive patients into clinic, ensuring that all personal details are correct on the hospital information system (Alex Health) and change details as required.
• To book patients on Alex Health to show attendance.
• To answer the department phone in a polite and friendly manner, dealing with day-to-day queries or efficiently forwarding the call to the appropriate person.
• To carry out any other clerical duties which may arise within the department.
• To complete any other administrative duties as required.
• To deal with enquiries from all service users in a helpful, courteous and diplomatic manner.
• To work flexibly according to the needs of the service, including cover of colleagues during periods of leave.
• To work on own initiative and make confident decisions as required to ensure efficient service

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level 2 standard in English and Maths or equivalent experience.
• NVQ3 level or equivalent administration experience.
• ECDL or equivalent experience.

Experience

Essential

• Previous recent clerical experience
• Experience in handling confidential and sensitive data
• Experience and/or knowledge of using ALEX HEALTH and CRIS
• Previous experience of working in a team

Desirable

• Experience of booking patients in line with National and Trust waiting time standards
• Experience and/or knowledge of at least one electronic booking system currently used by the Trust.
• Previous experience within an admission function dept. in the NHS.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and organised Resourcing Administrator to join our busy Resourcing Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys fastpaced administrative work, delivering excellent customer service, and supporting recruitment and employment processes within the NHS.

The postholder provides comprehensive administrative and coordination support to the resourcing team. The role is a key point of contact for staff and managers, ensuring high-quality customer service, accurate note-taking, and professional management of the resourcing team inbox/ ticketing system and enquiries.

Main duties of the job

The resourcing administrator supports the smooth running of People processes by maintaining records, responding to routine queries, escalating complex issues, and ensuring accurate documentation and data handling in line with Trust policies and NHS standards. The post holder will administer employment checks.

This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.

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

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

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

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Provide high quality administrative support to the resourcing team.
• Maintain organised electronic and paper filing systems in line with GDPR and Trust policy.
• Support the preparation of reports, letters and documentation
• Attend formal and informal meetings to take clear, accurate and professional notes.
• Produce timely meeting notes and action logs for circulation.
• Support confidential meetings where discretion and accuracy are essential (e.g. formal meetings, hearings, panels, project groups).
• Monitor and manage the team’s generic inbox on a daily basis, ensuring timely, accurate, and customer focused responses.
• Triage, categorise, and escalate queries appropriately, maintaining clear communication and service user satisfaction.
• Maintain an organised record of queries and recurring issues to support continuous improvement.
• Act as a first point of contact for staff and managers contacting the team.
• Provide helpful, accurate information and signposting.
• Maintain professional, calm and supportive communication at all times.
• Use relevant systems including; Jobtrain/ DBS system, Electronic Staff Record (ESR), ensuring these are kept up to date
• Undertake employment check appointments, face to face or virtual, including Right to Work and identification checks
• Inputting of employment checks onto ESR and ensuring these are kept up to date
• Completion of honorary contracts and clinical attachments
• Ensure all relevant paperwork/documents is in the appropriate employee files
• Assist with completing terms and conditions/ contracts of employment and amendments to terms and conditions

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to A level or NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualifications or significant relevant experience)

Desirable

• Certificate in personnel practice/ CIPD/ Human Resources
• Willingness to complete internal resourcing training

Experience

Essential

• Administrative experience in busy environments
• Experience handling generic inboxes or multi-channel queries

Desirable

• Previous exposure to resourcing/ HR/ People functions
• Experience using Jobtrain or other recruitment systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Kao Park

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties of the Deputy Chief Nurse

The Deputy Chief Nurse is a senior leadership role responsible for supporting and deputising for the Chief Nursing Officer, ensuring the delivery of outstanding patient care, professional standards, and workforce excellence across the Trust.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic nursing leadership across the Trust, helping to shape and deliver the nursing, midwifery and AHP agenda.
• Leading quality, patient safety and governance initiatives, ensuring high standards of care, harm-free practice and continuous improvement.
• Overseeing key portfolios including safeguarding and vulnerable people, infection prevention and control, falls prevention, workforce safeguards, recruitment and retention, practice development, and ward accreditation programmes.
• Driving workforce transformation, including safe staffing, workforce productivity, new roles, international recruitment, retention strategies and succession planning.
• Providing visible and inspirational professional leadership, supporting and developing nursing, midwifery and AHP teams to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Representing the Trust internally and externally, working with system partners, regulators and professional bodies, and deputising for the Chief Nursing Officer at Board and committee level when required.
• Leading organisational improvement and service transformation programmes, helping to deliver the Trust's long-term strategic objectives and quality ambitions.
• Managing performance, budgets and people, including line management responsibilities, disciplinary processes and delivery of key operational and financial targets.
• Participating in the Trust Gold Commander on-call rota, providing senior leadership and decision-making during operational incidents and emergencies.

In summary: this is a high-profile executive nursing leadership role focused on delivering safer care, stronger teams, workforce innovation and exceptional patient outcomes across PAHT.

Professional Leadership

• Provide expert professional leadership, advice and support to nurses, midwives, AHPs and clinical professionals across the Trust.
• Develop clinical leadership capability and support professional practice, education and research.
• Promote collaborative and integrated working across disciplines and services.
• Deputise for the Chief Nursing Officer at Board meetings, Trust Committees and external stakeholder forums.
• Lead complex workforce, professional practice and disciplinary investigations where required.

Quality, Governance and Patient Safety

• Lead implementation of the Trust's Quality Strategy and Ward Accreditation Programme.
• Promote a culture of safe, reliable, patient-centred care and continuous improvement.
• Oversee quality governance systems, ensuring professional standards are maintained and enhanced.
• Monitor quality indicators, risks, incidents and patient safety concerns, ensuring effective action plans are implemented.
• Lead key portfolios including:
  • Vulnerable People (safeguarding, dementia, learning disabilities and mental health)
  • Harm Free Care (falls prevention, tissue viability, nutrition, infection prevention and control)
  • Practice Development and Workforce Safeguards
  • Fundamentals of Care Programme
  • PACE Ward Accreditation Programme
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including safeguarding and infection prevention standards.

Workforce Development and Planning

• Lead the nursing, midwifery and AHP workforce agenda across the Trust.
• Ensure safe staffing, workforce productivity and effective workforce planning.
• Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies, including international recruitment programmes.
• Support succession planning, talent management and leadership development.
• Lead actions arising from national workforce reviews and external inspections.

Operational and Financial Management

• Hold accountability for services and budgets within the delegated portfolio.
• Ensure financial targets and efficiency programmes are achieved.
• Monitor service performance and take corrective action where required to meet Trust objectives.
• Provide professional advice and support to divisional nursing and midwifery teams to improve operational delivery and performance.

People and Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and inspire teams to deliver excellent patient care.
• Support Divisional Directors of Nursing and senior clinical leaders in achieving operational, quality and workforce objectives.
• Act as a role model for compassionate, inclusive and effective leadership.
• Coach and mentor senior nursing, midwifery and AHP leaders, supporting career progression and professional development.
• Promote innovation, research, learning and the sharing of best practice locally, regionally and nationally.

Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including:
  • Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB)
  • NHS England
  • Care Quality Commission (CQC)
  • Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Local Authorities
  • Safeguarding Boards
  • Universities and education partners
• Represent the Trust in system-wide initiatives and healthcare partnerships.
• Engage patients, carers and the public in service development and improvement.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible leadership presence within clinical environments.
• Produce reports and presentations for the Board, committees and organisational forums.
• Participate in the Trust's Gold Commander On-Call rota, providing senior leadership during major incidents and operational pressures.
• Maintain professional registration, ongoing professional development and compliance with all Trust policies and mandatory training requirements.

In summary: This is a highly influential executive nursing leadership position responsible for driving quality, safety, workforce excellence and professional leadership across the Trust, while supporting the delivery of outstanding care and long-term organisational transformation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Midwife
• Masters or Higher Degree in Nursing/Management/ Leadership or equivalent experience
• Must have extensive experience and evidence of a proven track record of quality improvements, innovation and safety improvements at senior management level
• Active NMC registration Part 1

Experience

Essential

• Ability to manage complex clinical and operational situations that involve staff from all levels within an organisation and across a range of professional and organisational boundaries.
• Detailed knowledge of current professional issues, both in education and practice.
• Demonstrable change management experience.
• Demonstrable track record of achievement at a senior nursing and/or midwifery role in the acute setting.
• Experience of working with multi-agency committees and establishing relationships with external organisations.
• Proven experience of leading and managing substantial change within a complex environment.
• Have an understanding of key areas of Health Policy and their impact on provision of care.
• Recent proven track record in managing and delivering the quality agenda in clinical practice in the NHS.
• Have experience of preparing and presenting written briefings at a senior management level.

Desirable

• Experience of developing and building research capacity and capability.
• Experience of working at National/Regional system level.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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