Job description

Job responsibilities

Team budget management responsibilities to include signing off time sheets, expenses and ordering equipment needed for the effective delivery of the service

Supporting the Professional Lead with regards to managing the keyworker team budget

Provide Supervision to Keyworkers, support keyworkers with more complex cases and day to day operational management of keyworkers.

To increase the skills of front-line professionals, work alongside them and challenge the system.

To co-produce personalised pen pictures which are strengths based.

To work with partners in the area of Integrated Personal Budgets / Personal Health Budgets to develop creative solutions to individual needs.

Identify and report on themes and gaps in system wide service/provision, to inform commissioning intentions and wider workforce development.

To convene and chair multi-agency meetings and produce a needs and outcomes based Action Plan with timescales or needs and or update the CETR Action Plan.

To participate in the Dynamic at Risk Register as required, and promote usage of the DSR referral form and RAG rating system.

Engage with CYP and their families/carers and support the systems understanding of individual families, demonstrating resilience to support families.

Able to demonstrate the high level of communication skills required to deal with highly complex cases, or highly sensitive or contentious issues, able to communicate using sensitivity in highly emotional situations and overcome barriers such as language, impairment or hostility

Appreciate and learn from peoples stories and articulate this to inform service development and redesign.

Increase local community support to families, which will in turn reduce the demand on statutory services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters level or equivalent professionally qualified practitioner, registered with a professional body: Social Worker, RMN and or RNLD, Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist, Teacher, Family Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Child Psychotherapist or Behaviour Analyst/Positive Behaviour Practitioner.
• NMC, HCPC or Social Worker England registration

Desirable

• Positive behaviour support training certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of a range of Social Prescribing
• Experience of working with children and/or young people age 12 plus with learning disability, autism or both and complex needs and their families.

Desirable

• Managing and supporting complex cases that may be experiencing or approaching crisis

Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge of children's and related legislation, DOH guidance, including Children Act 1989 and 2004, disability and carer's legislation, Working Together, Assessment Framework, Adoption and Children Act 2002, Leaving Care Act 2000, Positive and Proactive Care April 2014.
• Legislative knowledge and awareness of locally available provision, as well as how to apply in practice.
• Knowledge of child development, Autism, Learning disabilities, attachment and trauma, and of personalised and coproduced care planning.
• Strong understanding of children's mental health and human rights.
• Strong, holistic understanding of the education, health and care system to fulfil Keyworking function of holding services to account

Desirable

• Ability to develop effective collaborative working across a dispersed area
• Skills in influencing positive partnership working
• Ability to develop high quality service delivery
• Excellent communication and interpersonal 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Dragon Square

Stoke on Trent

ST5 7HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working autonomously within the parameters of the role leading and supporting junior staff and wider care team to implement the delivery of quality nursing care, contributing to the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care in a recovery-focused way through therapeutic engagement and activities, and taking steps to address any issues that arise.

Leading on and undertaking activities to ensure that the fundamentals of care are met - nutrition, hydration, hygiene, comfort, emotional and social support:

Co-ordinating and evaluating collaborative patient centred care; getting feedback and improving plans with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

Liaising and working positively with members of the multi- disciplinary team and partner organisations.

Administering, and monitoring the side-effects of, medication; monitoring service user compliance. Safety; safe custody of medicines, sharps, clinical equipment, report all incidents following trust policy.

Leading and supporting/teaching junior staff on risk assessment and risk management that involves making decisions based on knowledge of the research evidence, knowledge of the individual service user and their social context, knowledge of the service users own experience and clinical judgment.

Supporting and supervising junior staff to develop the management of care needs through: Initial data collection, Monitoring of individual service user / patient progress, Feedback and discussion

Producing reports and in-care reviews. Devising a plan of care and interventions in partnership with service user, carer and MDT.

Coordinating junior staff and the wider care team in providing hands-on care to service users and evaluating processes of care delivered. This will include: Undertaking 1-1 engagement with service users in an honest, open and non- judgmental way.

Recognising and valuing service users as individuals, acknowledging the importance of maintaining the service users respect and dignity at all times and ensure that the care provided respects equality and diversity.

Ensuring the monitoring and recording service user clinical observations are undertaken, such as physical observations and vital signs and treating or escalating as appropriate any signs or symptoms of deterioration or that does not fulfil the personal parameters to the relevant professional for treatment. Promote healthy lifestyles and give health promotion advice and support.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in job applications

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Please remember, your application is your opportunity to tell us about your skills, experience and motivation for the role. We encourage applicants to complete their application and supporting statement in their own words wherever possible. We recognise that AI tools can be helpful in supporting accessibility, and for improving spelling, grammar and structure.

Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role.

Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to provide quality care that is responsive to service user's needs, without close supervision
• Teaching ability
• Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations.
• Advocates for all individuals, particularly those with protected characteristics; promotes equality and diversity

Desirable

• Problem solving, ability to identify problems, review options and take appropriate action without a predetermined framework

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of research-based/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills, attitude and knowledge and develop these by using evidence based practice.
• Significant relevant clinical experience
• Experience as a preceptor / mentor
• Knowledge of clinical governance and audit

Desirable

• Experience of taking responsibility for a ward / clinical unit.
• Experience of engaging / supporting clinical research projects
• Experience of recruitment and selection of staff

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse and/or Registered Mental Health Nurse and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse
• Mentorship qualification

Desirable

• Master's degree

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Tolworth Hospital

Red Lion Rd

Tolworth

KT6 7QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.

As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide.

Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees.

We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.

We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.

To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at

https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/

In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (current NMC)

Desirable

• Evidence of recent professional development

Occupational Experience

Essential

• Since gaining registration can demonstrate evidence of successful transition into registered nurse role, having completed preceptorship package
• Evidence of meeting requirements for NMC Revalidation

Desirable

• Experience in an acute hospital setting

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

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Grimsby, Scunthorpe and Goole

Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Scartho road

Grimsby

DN33 2BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General duties

To maintain patient confidentiality and abide by Information Governance Standards at all times.

To maintain a healthy and safe environment for all patients, staff and visitors and demonstrate awareness of risk management and infection prevention and control.

To participate in agreed programmes of care ensuring that all care given is clearly and accurately documented in line within standards and seeking support from senior staff as necessary.

Following training and assessment of competence to educate the patient on how to self-manage lymphoedema.

To teach the patient on the cornerstones of lymphoedema management, including skin care, exercise, fitting of compression hosiery and self-lymphatic drainage. Record limb volumes.

To manage your workload/tasks as designated by the registered clinician leading the team.

To actively participate in clinical audit.

To ensure the maintenance of confidentiality including accurate and timely records.

To liaise with and provide relevant information to other members of the multidisciplinary team, both internally and externally.

To monitor stock levels and order products as required.

To have an awareness of costs of supplies and clinic budget.

With direction/supervision from Lymphoedema Practitioner, following a care plan once competencies completed, perform higher level of skills:

1) MLLB (Multi Layer Lymphoedema Bandaging)

2) Kinesio Tape

3) Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Therapy

4) Knowledge of Cellulitis and its management

5) To understand contra-indications in Lymphoedema management, to be aware of red flags and when to raise concerns with a Lymphoedema Practitioner.

6) To understand how Lymphoedema management can be modified in Palliative Care.

7) Under direction of the Lymphoedema Practitioner and following the care plan, fit compression garments in the patients home/Care Home following the Lone worker Policy.

To adhere to Teesside Hospice policies, procedures, guidelines and standards at all times and to promote these to others.

Adopt the role of link worker / link practitioner as required by the hospice management team.

Attend and participate in an annual appraisal and regular reviews of performance and objectives, identifying gaps in knowledge/skills and developing a plan to enhance service and self-development.

To encourage and promote the philosophy of Teesside Hospice and present a good public image, to co-operate with all staff in maintaining good relationships with outside agencies in order to uphold the charitys image and to win increased support for its work.

To be able to communicate effectively with all members of the team and to develop excellent relationships with community teams as appropriate to the role.

To participate in mandatory Clinical supervision or reflective practice as necessary as directed by the clinical leader.

To attend staff meetings and participate in other meetings as appropriate.

To undertake risk assessment and management to ensure that staff, families, and visitors are safe.

To be aware of the adult and child protection procedures and policy within Teesside Hospice, to attend all safeguarding training and to adhere to the Local Safeguarding Procedures at all times.

To participate in the induction of new staff to the department and wider hospice as necessary.

To support student nurses during their placement at Teesside Hospice and work alongside them as directed by the registered nurse.

To be able to carry out effective complaint, accident and incident reporting.

To play an active part in the Clinical Governance framework within the hospice.

To be aware of the Infection Prevention and Control policies and work in accordance with IPC procedures at all times.

To be aware of, and responsive to, the changing nature of the Hospice and adopt a flexible and pro-active approach to work.

To undertake administration changes in accordance with hospice policy

To ensure that your behaviour upholds the values of the hospice and strive to support the vision and mission of Teesside at all times.

Education & Training

Attend all mandatory training courses i.e. Resuscitation, Moving and Handling, and Health and Safety training.

Access THCF in-house training programme to further develop your knowledge.

Attend and complete relevant Lymphoedema Training, including Lymphoedema Theory and Practice.

Attend and complete clinical skills training relevant to Lymphoedema and chronic illness.

Maintain own Portfolio, and complete core competencies.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Team working skills.
• Good listening and excellent interpersonal skills/communication skills.
• An ability to manage challenging situations.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum level NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.
• A good standard of general education.

Personal Attributes Key skills

Essential

• Self-awareness and an ability to recognize stress and use coping mechanisms.
• Flexible, approachable and trustworthy.
• Commitment and interest in learning and personal development
• Commitment and interest in developing knowledge / skill in Lymphoedema and its management

Experience

Essential

• An understanding of what a person-centred approach.
• Some experience of working with patients with life limiting illness or end of life care.
• Understanding of and adherence to patient confidentiality

Desirable

• Understanding of safeguarding and preventing patients from abuse.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control.

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

Teesside Hospice

Address

5 Northgate Road

Linthorpe

Middlesbrough

TS5 5NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.teessidehospice.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process. You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website.

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Band 5
• Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• Evidence of completing a structured training programme in Transfusion and Transplantation Science.
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
• Band 6
• Science graduate with relevant post graduate training e.g. British Blood Transfusion Society specialist certificate or equivalent.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

• Band 5
• Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
• Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
• Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
• Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
• Band 6
• Broad science knowledge with a specialist knowledge of transfusion gained through previous experience working as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Evidence of working to the standards of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice, UKAS and other relevant or statutory guidelines.
• Experienced in prioritising and issuing work to other staff and monitoring progress to ensure deadlines are met.
• Experienced in specialised laboratory techniques using a wide range of complex equipment.
• Evidence of training and mentoring staff.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Capitol Way

Barnsley

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements because NHSBT works nationally, were able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. Were happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions
• Supportive learning culture - weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking Apply if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Thursday 17th September 2026, however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application.

The assessment process for this role will include a single interview. Interviews are anticipated to be held on w/c 5thOctober2026 subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

• Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
• Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
• Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
• Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
• Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Birmingham Centre

Birmingham

United Kingdom

B15 2SG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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