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Short Term Services Support Worker
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Our short-term services are recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team on a part-time (36 hrs) permanent contract were you will provide care…
1 month(s) ago
Short Term Services Support Worker
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Our short-term services are recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team on a part-time (36 hrs) permanent contract were you will provide care…
1 month(s) ago
Community Support Worker - Rapid Response
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We have an opportunity to come and work for the Rapid Response Team, covering the whole of Torbay and South Devon, assisting people to remain in th…
1 month(s) ago
Community Support Worker - Rapid Response
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We have an opportunity to come and work for the Rapid Response Team, covering the whole of Torbay and South Devon, assisting people to remain in th…
1 month(s) ago
Urgent Care / Intermediate Care Clinical Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Urgent Care / Intermediate Care Clinical Nurse to work part-time (22.
1 month(s) ago
Urgent Care / Intermediate Care Clinical Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Urgent Care / Intermediate Care Clinical Nurse to work part-time (22.
1 month(s) ago
Occupational Therapist - Baywide UCR and Intermediate Care
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Occupational Therapist within the urgent care response and intermediate care service in Torbay.
1 month(s) ago
Occupational Therapist - Baywide UCR and Intermediate Care
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Occupational Therapist within the urgent care response and intermediate care service in Torbay.
1 month(s) ago
Community Hospital Inpatient Physiotherapist
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Full time Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic and enthusiastic therapy team based at Brixham Hospital.
1 month(s) ago
Community Hospital Inpatient Physiotherapist
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Full time Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic and enthusiastic therapy team based at Brixham Hospital.
1 month(s) ago
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visitor (HV)
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary You will be a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visitor (HV) within the integrated 0 to 19 Torbay Partnership and provide the…
1 month(s) ago
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visitor (HV)
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary You will be a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visitor (HV) within the integrated 0 to 19 Torbay Partnership and provide the…
1 month(s) ago
Public Health Registered Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary The Band 5 Registered Nurse will support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme (0-19 years) within the 0-19 Service, promoting positive healt…
1 month(s) ago
Public Health Registered Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary The Band 5 Registered Nurse will support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme (0-19 years) within the 0-19 Service, promoting positive healt…
1 month(s) ago
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - School Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Come and be part of a dynamic and evolving 0-19 Plus team.
1 month(s) ago
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - School Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Come and be part of a dynamic and evolving 0-19 Plus team.
1 month(s) ago
Short Term Services Support Worker
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8136819-FC&I
Job summary
Our short-term services are recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team on a part-time (36 hrs) permanent contract were you will provide care and support to people in the community with a focus on maximising independence, and delivering a high standard of care to a variety of people, this can also include end of life care.
Following a period of acute ill health or hospitalisation, you will undertake short term care as defined in care & short term service plans or delegated task from Therapist/Nurses, and contribute to the assessment process and ongoing monitoring and review of peoples goals and reporting any changes to a persons medical condition.
This is an exciting development of services to help prevent avoidable hospital admissions working alongside intermediate care teams and other community teams.
Main duties of the job
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You will be working as part of a team, this will include lone working within the community.
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You will be working across Torbay and South Devon to provide integrated health and social care. Working closely with other organisations.
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Provide support to service users with personal care, domestic care, social needs and clinical needs in accordance with the care plan, and within the limits of own competencies and responsibilities
- To observe and evaluate the service users response to the care plan and communicate changes in need and/or circumstances to the appropriate member of the service in a timely manner
- Provide a flexible service which will include shift patterns between 0800 hrs and 2200 hrs, 7 days a week
- Provide reports on service users using the service IT system , while complying with the Trust Policies and Procedures
- Contribute to a safe working environment for self and others and report situations on accordingly in line with Trust Policies and Procedures and other partner organisations
- Undertake training relevant to the post and in line with personal development and review
- During times of reduced work to provide support to other teams linked with the service
About us
Why work with us?
Our Hours:
- At our service, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality care with a supportive and flexible working environment. We operate 7 days a week, from 8am-2pm and 4pm-10pm, providing flexibility and variety in your working schedule.
- Our flexible and supportive team culture promotes ahealthy work/life balance, meaning your package with us includes far more than just your pay.
- Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties (e.g. Full driving licence and vehicle).
Training and Benefits:
- You'll receive full training in short-term services along with a provided uniform.
- Each shift is paid in full, regardless of direct contact time, and travel time is paid at your full hourly rate with a generous mileage allowance. We also offer shift enhancements for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
A Great Place to Live and Work:
- Located inTorbay and South Devon, our team benefits from the area's stunning mix of coastline and moorland -- making it a fantastic place to live, work, and unwind.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Lindsey Lovell, Service Manager on 07792 576490
Please note: Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties (e.g. Full driving licence and vehicle).
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
388-8136819-FC&I
Job locations
Various community sites across Torbay and South Devon
Victoria Park Road
Torbay and South Devon
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist and promote independent social and living skills including the provision of a range of tasks, for example: involving assistance with mobility, personal care, bathing, dressing/undressing; continence, nutrition, hydration and prompting, monitoring and administration of medication where required, in line with local policies
- Therapeutic moving and handling skills often with the need for prolonged physical effort. Will include frequent use of wide range of moving & handling equipment
- To undertake specific clinical tasks as delegated once undertaken relevant training and deemed competent. These will include baseline observations and investigations, simple wound care and like for like dressings management. To be able to recognise deteriorating physical health, use clinical/physiological observations to assist in assessment and escalate using early warning score and SBAR as required
- To be able to follow goal plans and use observational skills to evaluate and modify interventions in order to participate in the reablement of people, engaging them as an active part of the process
- To be able to fit and adjust community equipment to people and their environment
- Teach people the correct use of specialist equipment
- To feedback to team or clinical leads any outcomes, concerns, progress, deterioration with regard to the achievement of the set goals
- To form professional relationships with people and communicate effectively with them, as well as with team members, families, carers and others. This will involve using a range of communication skills and the ability to manage any barriers to effective communication
- To ensure that patients, relatives, carers and professionals are kept fully informed of progress following intervention. Due to the diverse and complex nature of the caseload, this requires the ability to communicate complex information to meet a range of levels in understanding, and to overcome such barriers as, e.g. hearing loss, cognitive impairment, dysphasia, pain, fear, social and cultural differences
- To contribute towards ensuring a safe working environment for self and others and report on situation of potential risk, working with local policies and procedures
- Only undertake work which is within own competence and to identify any work required to be undertaken by more senior staff. To seek advice and supervision from Team or Clinical Lead as necessary to ensure appropriate patient management and care
- To be aware of, and act upon, local health and safety policies, including the prompt recording of any accident, incident, or other untoward event involving self, patients or other staff
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description and Person Specification.Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist and promote independent social and living skills including the provision of a range of tasks, for example: involving assistance with mobility, personal care, bathing, dressing/undressing; continence, nutrition, hydration and prompting, monitoring and administration of medication where required, in line with local policies
- Therapeutic moving and handling skills often with the need for prolonged physical effort. Will include frequent use of wide range of moving & handling equipment
- To undertake specific clinical tasks as delegated once undertaken relevant training and deemed competent. These will include baseline observations and investigations, simple wound care and like for like dressings management. To be able to recognise deteriorating physical health, use clinical/physiological observations to assist in assessment and escalate using early warning score and SBAR as required
- To be able to follow goal plans and use observational skills to evaluate and modify interventions in order to participate in the reablement of people, engaging them as an active part of the process
- To be able to fit and adjust community equipment to people and their environment
- Teach people the correct use of specialist equipment
- To feedback to team or clinical leads any outcomes, concerns, progress, deterioration with regard to the achievement of the set goals
- To form professional relationships with people and communicate effectively with them, as well as with team members, families, carers and others. This will involve using a range of communication skills and the ability to manage any barriers to effective communication
- To ensure that patients, relatives, carers and professionals are kept fully informed of progress following intervention. Due to the diverse and complex nature of the caseload, this requires the ability to communicate complex information to meet a range of levels in understanding, and to overcome such barriers as, e.g. hearing loss, cognitive impairment, dysphasia, pain, fear, social and cultural differences
- To contribute towards ensuring a safe working environment for self and others and report on situation of potential risk, working with local policies and procedures
- Only undertake work which is within own competence and to identify any work required to be undertaken by more senior staff. To seek advice and supervision from Team or Clinical Lead as necessary to ensure appropriate patient management and care
- To be aware of, and act upon, local health and safety policies, including the prompt recording of any accident, incident, or other untoward event involving self, patients or other staff
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description and Person Specification.Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Experience of personal care and/or clinical procedures, to NVQ2 level qualification OR equivalent knowledge
- Basic IT Skills - Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel
Desirable
- NVQ3 or QCF or Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a good level of literacy, numeracy, verbal and written skills, including record keeping skills
- Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
- Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to communicate with individuals of varying levels of understanding
Desirable
- Ability to assist service users in the activities of daily living whilst promoting independence
- Knowledge/understanding of equipment used to promote independence.
- Ability to carry out safe practice when moving and handling users and equipment.
- Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation for moving and handling
Specific Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in a caring environment
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the rights of the Service User
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to working with older adults
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of health and safety and safeguarding issues
Desirable
- Experience of working in community setting and lone working
- Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of updating service users' plans
- Experience of working within and applying safeguarding adults' procedures
- Experience of working with a rehabilitation ethos
- Experience of working with people at end of life
Requirements due to work environment/conditions
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly including unsocial hours and shift patterns including weekends and Bank Holidays
- Have full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Experience of personal care and/or clinical procedures, to NVQ2 level qualification OR equivalent knowledge
- Basic IT Skills - Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel
Desirable
- NVQ3 or QCF or Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a good level of literacy, numeracy, verbal and written skills, including record keeping skills
- Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
- Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to communicate with individuals of varying levels of understanding
Desirable
- Ability to assist service users in the activities of daily living whilst promoting independence
- Knowledge/understanding of equipment used to promote independence.
- Ability to carry out safe practice when moving and handling users and equipment.
- Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation for moving and handling
Specific Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in a caring environment
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the rights of the Service User
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to working with older adults
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of health and safety and safeguarding issues
Desirable
- Experience of working in community setting and lone working
- Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of updating service users' plans
- Experience of working within and applying safeguarding adults' procedures
- Experience of working with a rehabilitation ethos
- Experience of working with people at end of life
Requirements due to work environment/conditions
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly including unsocial hours and shift patterns including weekends and Bank Holidays
- Have full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
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
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Various community sites across Torbay and South Devon
Victoria Park Road
Torbay and South Devon
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Various community sites across Torbay and South Devon
Victoria Park Road
Torbay and South Devon
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
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Community Support Worker - Rapid Response
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8170687-FC&I
Job summary
We have an opportunity to come and work for the Rapid Response Team, covering the whole of Torbay and South Devon, assisting people to remain in their own homes.
We are looking for motivated member of staff to work as part of a friendly, hardworking & committed team, working across 7 days toprovide short term care and support to people in the community.We focuson supporting and enabling patients to live independently at homeandon maximising independence, following a period of acute ill health or hospitalisation.
If you can demonstrate your flexibility, community experience and like to be able to work autonomously, providing interventions for patients within their own homes then this could be the opening for you.
Main duties of the job
Duties involved will include:
- provision of personal care, clinical duties where delegated, monitoring the patient's condition
- To enable and / or assist individuals to remain in the community, to be supported and maintained safely in their own homes and thereby enhance the quality of life.
- To carry out the personal tasks which are not the responsibility of a nurse but would normal expect to be undertaken by a member of the service user's family.
- Collaboration with other support workers and professionals to provide care for the service user
- To provide good quality domiciliary support to the service user in their own home, promoting independence.
- Assess the risk and needs of service user's in accordance with the care plan.
- The role is very varied as such you will need to liaise with other professionals to ensure the patients are supported in the most appropriate way and provide suggestions to improve support ongoing
About us
Why work with us - Our service provides rapid short term intervention up to a maximum of 7 days with the aim of preventing admission to hospital or to residential / nursing home. The services are provided by Support Workers who visit during the day from 8:00 am till 22:00 pm operating on a 7 day rota system, including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
Our people are caring, committed, inclusive and focussed on quality. We focus on solutions and people's strengths. We encourage outside the box thinking and embrace innovation and change wherever it can drive improvement. Therefore, your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay.
Salary is not the only financial benefit including:
- NHS Pension Scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Childcare at our day nursery
- Generous Holiday Entitlement, starting at 27 days a year (for full time workers) plus bank/public holiday
- Career development and training opportunities
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Employee Support - Staff have access to a 24-hour helpline
If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to Team Torbay and South Devon. We would love to hear from you!
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-8170687-FC&I
Job locations
Community
Newton Abbot Hospital, West Golds Rd, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2TS
Newton Abbot
TQ12 2TS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist and promote independent social and living skills including the provision of a range of tasks, for example: involving assistance with mobility, personal care, bathing, dressing/undressing; continence, nutrition, hydration and prompting, monitoring and administration of medication where required, in line with local policies
- Therapeutic moving & handling skills often with the need for prolonged physical effort. Will include frequent use of wide range of moving & handling equipment
- To undertake specific clinical tasks as delegated once undertaken relevant training and deemed competent. These will include baseline observations and investigations, simple wound care and like for like dressings management. To be able to recognise deteriorating physical health, use clinical/physiological observations to assist in assessment and escalate using early warning score and SBAR as required
- To ensure that patients, relatives, carers and professionals are kept fully informed of progress following intervention. Due to the diverse and complex nature of the caseload, this requires the ability to communicate complex information to meet a range of levels in understanding, and to overcome such barriers as, e.g. hearing loss, cognitive impairment, dysphasia, pain, fear, social and cultural differences
- To contribute towards ensuring a safe working environment for self and others and report on situation of potential risk, working with local policies and procedure
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.
Ability to travel efficiently around the South Devon area is important in order to carry out your duties (e.g. Full driving licence and vehicle).
Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist and promote independent social and living skills including the provision of a range of tasks, for example: involving assistance with mobility, personal care, bathing, dressing/undressing; continence, nutrition, hydration and prompting, monitoring and administration of medication where required, in line with local policies
- Therapeutic moving & handling skills often with the need for prolonged physical effort. Will include frequent use of wide range of moving & handling equipment
- To undertake specific clinical tasks as delegated once undertaken relevant training and deemed competent. These will include baseline observations and investigations, simple wound care and like for like dressings management. To be able to recognise deteriorating physical health, use clinical/physiological observations to assist in assessment and escalate using early warning score and SBAR as required
- To ensure that patients, relatives, carers and professionals are kept fully informed of progress following intervention. Due to the diverse and complex nature of the caseload, this requires the ability to communicate complex information to meet a range of levels in understanding, and to overcome such barriers as, e.g. hearing loss, cognitive impairment, dysphasia, pain, fear, social and cultural differences
- To contribute towards ensuring a safe working environment for self and others and report on situation of potential risk, working with local policies and procedure
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.
Ability to travel efficiently around the South Devon area is important in order to carry out your duties (e.g. Full driving licence and vehicle).
Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Experience of personal care and/or clinical procedures, to NVQ2 level qualification OR equivalent knowledge
- Basic IT Skills - Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel
Desirable
- NVQ3 or QCF or Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a caring environment
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the rights of the Service User
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to working with older adults
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of health and safety and safeguarding issues
Desirable
- Ability to assist service users in the activities of daily living whilst promoting independence
- Ability to carry out safe practice when moving and handling users and equipment
- Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation for moving and handling.
- Experience of working in community setting and lone working
- Experience of working with people at end of life
- Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of updating service users' plans
- Experience of working within and applying safeguarding adults' procedures
- Experience of working with a rehabilitation ethos
- Knowledge/understanding of equipment used to promote independence
Other
Essential
- Have full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Ability to work flexibly including unsocial hours and shift patterns including weekends and Bank Holidays
- Be flexible, adaptable and reliable
- Understand the need for confidentiality
- Demonstrate desire to 'make a difference ' to help people regain their independence
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Experience of personal care and/or clinical procedures, to NVQ2 level qualification OR equivalent knowledge
- Basic IT Skills - Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel
Desirable
- NVQ3 or QCF or Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a caring environment
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the rights of the Service User
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to working with older adults
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of health and safety and safeguarding issues
Desirable
- Ability to assist service users in the activities of daily living whilst promoting independence
- Ability to carry out safe practice when moving and handling users and equipment
- Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation for moving and handling.
- Experience of working in community setting and lone working
- Experience of working with people at end of life
- Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of updating service users' plans
- Experience of working within and applying safeguarding adults' procedures
- Experience of working with a rehabilitation ethos
- Knowledge/understanding of equipment used to promote independence
Other
Essential
- Have full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Ability to work flexibly including unsocial hours and shift patterns including weekends and Bank Holidays
- Be flexible, adaptable and reliable
- Understand the need for confidentiality
- Demonstrate desire to 'make a difference ' to help people regain their independence
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
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Community
Newton Abbot Hospital, West Golds Rd, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2TS
Newton Abbot
TQ12 2TS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Community
Newton Abbot Hospital, West Golds Rd, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2TS
Newton Abbot
TQ12 2TS
United Kingdom
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Urgent Care / Intermediate Care Clinical Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8217974-FC&I
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Urgent Care / Intermediate Care Clinical Nurse to work part-time (22.5 hours per week) for 12 months covering maternity leave. You will be working within an integrated team, working across the community, this includes: Urgent Care Response Team, Intermediate Care and covering the rehab unit at Jack Sears if required.
This is a fast paced exciting position with focus on admission avoidance, enabling hospital discharge and providing short term nursing input to patients while under intermediate care.
You will be based primarily at Kings Ash house in Paignton however, you may be providing visits to patients across the whole of Torbay. A full driving licence and access to a car is imperative for the role.
You will be involved in delegating work to non-registered colleagues and have a supervisory role within the team.
The post holder will be expected to plan and implement care/treatment to ensure safe and effective delivery of care. In consultation with the IC/Duty Team, this may require placing the patient in a place of safety, or arranging immediate care support in their own home.
Main duties of the job
- To undertake holistic, comprehensive assessments including both risk assessment on behalf of the team, and nursing assessments involving a thorough examination of the patient's medical, social, and emotional state, in order to determine the most appropriate plan of intervention
- To provide ongoing assessment of nursing needs of patients and carers in the community.
- Appropriate delegation of tasks to members of the team within their scope of practice
- To work as an autonomous practitioner in the planning and implementation of nursing treatment programmes.
- To advise and instruct carers and patients on health and well-being issues, and self-care strategies
- To carry out specialist and shared complex nursing assessments, to include continuing and palliative care.
- To develop a focused, patient-centred, goal orientated plan of treatment and/or rehabilitation to avoid unnecessary admission or to facilitate early discharge
- To participate in provision of equipment and completion of manual handling plans following appropriate training
About us
Paignton and Brixham Intermediate Care and Urgent Response Team are a large, supportive and welcoming team that is committed to mentoring colleagues and students. We are passionate about delivering high quality patient-centre care to individuals within our community.
We work collaboratively within an integrated multidisciplinary team alongside a range of allied health professionals across the locality, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients. Our team is motivated, caring, and supportive of both patients and colleagues. We value flexibility and actively promote a healthy work-life balance, creating a positive and rewarding working environment where staff can thrive.Why work with us - 1 (pagetiger.com)
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-8217974-FC&I
Job locations
Kings Ash House
Kings Ash Road
Paignton
TQ3 3XZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Qualified Registered Nurse
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Substantial post registration experience
Desirable
- BSC (hons) in Community Health Nursing (District) or equivalent
- Nurse prescribing (or willingness to undertake training)
- Comprehensive understanding of Health Care services
- Knowledge and understanding in frailty and long-term condition management
- Nursing Mentor
- Team management skills
- Undergone training in frailty and long-term condition management
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- A broad range of clinical skills including complex and specialist skills.
- To communicate complex information
- Maintain timely and accurate written records
- Prioritise workload, demonstrating appropriate delegation
- Holistic client assessment using specialist knowledge across a wide range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theoretical knowledge.
- Ability to make sound clinical judgements and decisions in response to complex or crisis situations
- Able to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to manage a caseload
- Mentorship Module
- Experience of clinical leadership
- I.T. knowledge/experience
- Awareness of budget management skills
- Good understanding of clinical governance
Desirable
- Awareness of local and government agendas
- Experience working in acute care (secondary Care and community care
Specific Skills
Essential
- Assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care of the unwell adult
- Knowledge of principles of Research and Audit.
- Negotiating skills
- Health and Safety/Risk Assessments
- Current driving licence and access to transport
- Acute care nursing skills
- Ability to assess, prioritise and co-ordinate care for people with complex needs
- Teaching and presentation skills
Desirable
- Cannulation and IV administration
- Palliative Care Nursing Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Qualified Registered Nurse
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Substantial post registration experience
Desirable
- BSC (hons) in Community Health Nursing (District) or equivalent
- Nurse prescribing (or willingness to undertake training)
- Comprehensive understanding of Health Care services
- Knowledge and understanding in frailty and long-term condition management
- Nursing Mentor
- Team management skills
- Undergone training in frailty and long-term condition management
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- A broad range of clinical skills including complex and specialist skills.
- To communicate complex information
- Maintain timely and accurate written records
- Prioritise workload, demonstrating appropriate delegation
- Holistic client assessment using specialist knowledge across a wide range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theoretical knowledge.
- Ability to make sound clinical judgements and decisions in response to complex or crisis situations
- Able to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to manage a caseload
- Mentorship Module
- Experience of clinical leadership
- I.T. knowledge/experience
- Awareness of budget management skills
- Good understanding of clinical governance
Desirable
- Awareness of local and government agendas
- Experience working in acute care (secondary Care and community care
Specific Skills
Essential
- Assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care of the unwell adult
- Knowledge of principles of Research and Audit.
- Negotiating skills
- Health and Safety/Risk Assessments
- Current driving licence and access to transport
- Acute care nursing skills
- Ability to assess, prioritise and co-ordinate care for people with complex needs
- Teaching and presentation skills
Desirable
- Cannulation and IV administration
- Palliative Care Nursing 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kings Ash House
Kings Ash Road
Paignton
TQ3 3XZ
United Kingdom
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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kings Ash House
Kings Ash Road
Paignton
TQ3 3XZ
United Kingdom
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Occupational Therapist - Baywide UCR and Intermediate Care
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8220507-FC&I
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Occupational Therapist within the urgent care response and intermediate care service in Torbay. This opportunity allows you to undertake holistic needs-led assessments in partnership with service users, patients and carers.
You will support the management of a team caseload of complex, highly complex and statutory work, and act as an autonomous practitioner evidencing high levels of problem solving, decision making and independent judgement in a variety of community settings and situations.
We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality, and are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues therefore, your role with us will involve Community therapy and Intermediate care work. There is a division between these areas of work,.
To effectively undertake the role, you will be required to work flexibly to ensure a consistent and robust service, which covers seven day working including weekend and bank holiday work, or working in other localities across the bay as necessary to meet the needs of the service.
To explore innovative ways of collaborative working between general practice, health and social services and the private and voluntary sector in line with the Care Trust's integration agenda.
The post is currently 22.5 hours however there maybe opportunity to increase these hours in the future
Main duties of the job
- Responsibility for managing an intensive actue caseload.
- Triage and prioritise work according to urgency and establishing presenting risks.
- Assessment and treatment of patients in a variety of community settings, which is mainly the patient's own home, but could incluse nursing homes and residential homes.
- Working with a patient centred approach, taking responsibility for planning , implementing and reviewing OT interventions for patients and making autonomous decisions/recommendations regarding packages of care, equipment provision and ongoing treatment to maintain patients at home, thereby preventing hospital admission. Interventions include manual handling assessment and equipment provision, simple and complex equipment and adaptation prescription.
- To carry out home assessment visits with patients from temporary places of safety, thereby contributing to the planning and facilitation of discharge to their own homes as appropriate.
- Supervisory responsibility for a Band 5 post , Assistant Practitioner or support worker as required.
About us
The Baywide Intermediate Care Team are a large but supportive team who enjoys mentoring team members and students and is passionate about delivering quality care to the housebound patients. We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality, making a difference and helping patients through their recovery and returning back to health and independence. We are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues. The team is flexible and promotes a health work/home life balance with Opportunity to work autonomously.
Your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay.Listed are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Childcare at our day nursery
- Generous Holiday Entitlement, starting at 27 days a year (for full time workers) plus bank/public holidays
- Staff Discounts
- Career development and training opportunities
- Employee Support - Staff have access to a 24-hour helpline
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Why work with us
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-8220507-FC&I
Job locations
Union House
Union Street
Torquay
TQ1 3YA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
- Proven post-graduate experience
- Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations
- Moving and handling protocols and procedures to include provision of hoists and specialist slings
- Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students
- Highly developed communication skills to include negotiation andexperience of communicating sensitive information e.g. unfavourable assessment outcome
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
- Proven post-graduate experience
- Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations
- Moving and handling protocols and procedures to include provision of hoists and specialist slings
- Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students
- Highly developed communication skills to include negotiation andexperience of communicating sensitive information e.g. unfavourable assessment outcome
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
- CPD portfolio and evidence of recent post-graduate learning relevant to area of clinical practice
- Experience within the NHS including experience working in a variety of roles, for example orthopaedics, elderly care and musculoskeletal conditions
- Experience in the NHS working in a community setting
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Proven post-graduate experience
- Wheelchair Accreditation
- Pressure care knowledge and prescription of suitable equipment
- Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and social care
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks for Older People, specifically aspects referring to Stroke, Falls and Intermediate Care.
- Student Placement Educators Course
- Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven ability to work on own initiative and without direct supervision and make autonomous decisions
- Evidence of ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of specialised disability equipment
- Therapeutic and manual handling skills
- Detailed understanding of roles of multidisciplinary team members/health and social care agencies
- Understanding of clinical governance issues
- IT skills
Desirable
- Clinical leadership skills
- Recruitment and selection training
- Appraisals and supervision training
- Experience of clinical audit.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of vulnerable adults protocols and procedures
- Moving and handling protocols and procedures to include provision of hoists and specialist slings
- Risk assessment and management of falls
- Chronic disease conditions
- Orthopaedics
- Neurological conditions
- Elderly care / rehabilitation to include multi-pathology and dementia
- Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students
Desirable
- Experience of using standardised assessments, including specialist cognitive assessments
- Crisis intervention/acute medicine/vital signs/ taking baseline observations.
- Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning skills and proven ability to carry out fast track assessments
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Mental Health conditions
- Community rehabilitation
- Experience of the promotion of inter-agency working.
- Experience of initiating change in the workplace
- Experience of seating and postural management
Requirements due to work environment and / or conditions
Essential
- Highly developed communication skills to include negotiation and experience of communicating sensitive information e.g. unfavourable assessment outcomes
- Ability to make decisions under pressure
- Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
- CPD portfolio and evidence of recent post-graduate learning relevant to area of clinical practice
- Experience within the NHS including experience working in a variety of roles, for example orthopaedics, elderly care and musculoskeletal conditions
- Experience in the NHS working in a community setting
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Proven post-graduate experience
- Wheelchair Accreditation
- Pressure care knowledge and prescription of suitable equipment
- Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and social care
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks for Older People, specifically aspects referring to Stroke, Falls and Intermediate Care.
- Student Placement Educators Course
- Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven ability to work on own initiative and without direct supervision and make autonomous decisions
- Evidence of ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of specialised disability equipment
- Therapeutic and manual handling skills
- Detailed understanding of roles of multidisciplinary team members/health and social care agencies
- Understanding of clinical governance issues
- IT skills
Desirable
- Clinical leadership skills
- Recruitment and selection training
- Appraisals and supervision training
- Experience of clinical audit.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of vulnerable adults protocols and procedures
- Moving and handling protocols and procedures to include provision of hoists and specialist slings
- Risk assessment and management of falls
- Chronic disease conditions
- Orthopaedics
- Neurological conditions
- Elderly care / rehabilitation to include multi-pathology and dementia
- Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students
Desirable
- Experience of using standardised assessments, including specialist cognitive assessments
- Crisis intervention/acute medicine/vital signs/ taking baseline observations.
- Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning skills and proven ability to carry out fast track assessments
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Mental Health conditions
- Community rehabilitation
- Experience of the promotion of inter-agency working.
- Experience of initiating change in the workplace
- Experience of seating and postural management
Requirements due to work environment and / or conditions
Essential
- Highly developed communication skills to include negotiation and experience of communicating sensitive information e.g. unfavourable assessment outcomes
- Ability to make decisions under pressure
- Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Union House
Union Street
Torquay
TQ1 3YA
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Union House
Union Street
Torquay
TQ1 3YA
United Kingdom
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Community Hospital Inpatient Physiotherapist
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8222841-FC&I
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Full time Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic and enthusiastic therapy team based at Brixham Hospital. This role focuses on supporting the delivery of Physiotherapy assessment and rehabilitation programmes for patients admitted to our medical wards, facilitating them to recover and leave hospital as quickly as possible. This role may also involve providing support to Jack Sears Rehab Unit according to service demands.
If you enjoy working within a rehabilitative setting and have a passion for supporting a home first approach for our patients, then this role could be for you. Our patients present with a wide variety of conditions including general medical, orthopaedic and long-term conditions therefore offering clinical variety.
This post would suit someone with existing band 6 experience who is looking to develop their clinical and leadership skills in a supportive environment. We will also consider applications for this post as a developmental role from suitable Band 5 candidates.
Main duties of the job
You will need to have a broad range of post graduate experience including experience within an NHS health care of the older person setting. You must have excellent communication skills and have a good understanding of hospital discharge processes.
Under the supervision of the B7 Inpatient Therapy Manager you be responsible for the continued development of the Physiotherapy service within the Brixham community hospital ward, therefore some experience of service development/improvement would be an advantage
As a senior member of the therapy team having a compassionate approach to both staff and patients is essential. Being comfortable working within a team and being able to work autonomously is also essential for this role.
About us
We are a part of a dynamic, innovative and integrated trust wide therapy team who have a strong focus on person centred care . We work closely with all members of the MDT, to provide a holistic approach to patient care. We work flexibly and successfully as a team to provide the highest level of care to a varied population of patients.
Our staff are are greatest commodity and we value their development and wellbeing as a priority. We offer regular in-service support including access to clinical interest groups and an extensive education service. We actively encourage staff development through a proactive review programme.
If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting role or if you would like the opportunity for an informal visit then please contact
Justyna Adams - Inpatient Therapy Manager 07825027648
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Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
388-8222841-FC&I
Job locations
Inpatient Therapy Team
Brixham Community Hospital
Brixham
TQ5 9HW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field
Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
Requirement for prolonged periods of intense concentration (to analyse complex information, e.g. during assessments of up to 90 minutes length, taking in-depth patient history, movement analysis and teaching clinical skills)
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for further details of the post. If you have any further questions about the role please contact the recruiting manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field
Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
Requirement for prolonged periods of intense concentration (to analyse complex information, e.g. during assessments of up to 90 minutes length, taking in-depth patient history, movement analysis and teaching clinical skills)
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for further details of the post. If you have any further questions about the role please contact the recruiting manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field
Desirable
- Post graduate training in a Health Care of the elderly field
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly
- Competent IT skills
- Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers
- An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit
Desirable
- Experience of primary care rehabilitation
- Knowledge of Vulnerable Adults
Specific skills
Essential
- Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
- Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings
- Ability to maintain judgement under pressure
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Presentation skills
- Ability to contribute to weekend/evening working rosters
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field
Desirable
- Post graduate training in a Health Care of the elderly field
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly
- Competent IT skills
- Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers
- An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit
Desirable
- Experience of primary care rehabilitation
- Knowledge of Vulnerable Adults
Specific skills
Essential
- Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
- Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings
- Ability to maintain judgement under pressure
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Presentation skills
- Ability to contribute to weekend/evening working rosters
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Inpatient Therapy Team
Brixham Community Hospital
Brixham
TQ5 9HW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Inpatient Therapy Team
Brixham Community Hospital
Brixham
TQ5 9HW
United Kingdom
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Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visitor (HV)
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8180687-FC&I
Job summary
You will be a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visitor (HV) within the integrated 0 to 19 Torbay Partnership and provide the expertise, knowledge and resources to deliver the Healthy Child Programme (HCP) to families living within Torbay. This position is within the 0-19 Plus team.
Working with the 0 to 19 Torbay workforce to ensure pathways are followed in supporting children, young people, families and carers. The SCPHN-HV works autonomously and collaboratively to deliver a family centred public health service, taking responsibility for a defined population in partnership with the wider multi-disciplinary and inter-agency teams.
Please note post is a part time post working predominantly with families who require statutory intervention.
Main duties of the job
- Be flexible when providing care to meet the needs of clients
- Promote and lead on providing a strength asset-based approach to services delivered
- To value differences and individuality, showing respect to all when working with children, young people and their families and carers
- Develop effective client centred decision-making processes
- Diversity aware where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties of comprehension, and use adjustments and adaptations to communicate
- Ensure informed consent is obtained prior to making referrals
- Follow trust policies and pathways and use discretion in interpreting them according to the setting and circumstances.
- The post holder will work closely with the 0 to 19 Torbay teams in providing joined up care to clients
- The post holder will signpost staff to wellbeing at work services including counselling/coaching.
- The post holder will remain professional when dealing with highly emotional situations
- Attend in-house training as required to develop current role
- Participate in internal audits and support quality improvements to inform practice and improve service delivery
About us
0 to 19 Torbay is a partnership between TSDFT and The Children's Society and Action for Children.
These services have come together to provide a preventative model to children, young people and their families in Torbay in order to improve outcomes for children and young people across Torbay.
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Working together with statutory and community services.
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Through supporting the whole family and building on strengths.
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By giving children the best start in life, to stay well and thrive.
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Being baby, young person and family friendly.
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Broadening the skills of the workforce.
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
30 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-8180687-FC&I
Job locations
St Edmund's
Victoria Park Road
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description & Person Specification, and we welcome you to browse ourinteractive booklet for information on career pathways and staff benefits with us!
Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description & Person Specification, and we welcome you to browse ourinteractive booklet for information on career pathways and staff benefits with us!
Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC register
- Evidence of continued professional development in the last 2 years
- Mentor qualification recorded on the Trust data base
Desirable
- Educated at degree level
- V150 nurse prescriber qualification
- International Computer Driving Licence
- Solihull Foundation course
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Ability to manage conflict
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay contract and Key Performance Indicators
- Ability to work as part of a team
- The ability to manage constant change
- Ability to be reflective on situations and show learning
- Demonstrate the ability to remain focused on service delivery whilst dealing with an unpredictable, diverse and challenging workload.
Desirable
- Demonstrate research skills in current role
- Coaching skills
- Change management skills
- Project management skills
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay commissioning arrangements.
Specific skills
Essential
- Excellent presentation skills with an ability to communicate highly complex information
- IT literacy skills and ability to use Electronic record keeping systems
- First line management skills
- Time management skills
- Demonstrate problem solving skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC register
- Evidence of continued professional development in the last 2 years
- Mentor qualification recorded on the Trust data base
Desirable
- Educated at degree level
- V150 nurse prescriber qualification
- International Computer Driving Licence
- Solihull Foundation course
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Ability to manage conflict
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay contract and Key Performance Indicators
- Ability to work as part of a team
- The ability to manage constant change
- Ability to be reflective on situations and show learning
- Demonstrate the ability to remain focused on service delivery whilst dealing with an unpredictable, diverse and challenging workload.
Desirable
- Demonstrate research skills in current role
- Coaching skills
- Change management skills
- Project management skills
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay commissioning arrangements.
Specific skills
Essential
- Excellent presentation skills with an ability to communicate highly complex information
- IT literacy skills and ability to use Electronic record keeping systems
- First line management skills
- Time management skills
- Demonstrate problem solving 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Edmund's
Victoria Park Road
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Edmund's
Victoria Park Road
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
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Public Health Registered Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8178837-FC&I
Job summary
The Band 5 Registered Nurse will support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme (0-19 years) within the 0-19 Service, promoting positive health, wellbeing and developmental outcomes for children, young people and their families. The post holder will provide targeted support to families with additional needs, including those where safeguarding concerns are identified, helping to reduce health inequalities and improve access to services.
Working under the supervision of a Band 6 Health Visitor or School Nurse, the post holder will contribute to safeguarding, assessment, intervention and care planning in partnership with families and agencies such as Children's Services, Family Hubs, Action for Children, education providers and other health professionals.
The role includes delivering high-quality, safe and effective care, supporting health promotion, early help and targeted interventions, and contributing to service quality standards, KPIs, clinical governance, audit and service improvement activities.
The post holder will maintain accurate records, participate in safeguarding supervision, identify and manage risks, and ensure children and families receive timely, coordinated and person-centred support. We have full time and part time vacancies available that can be discussed during interview.
Main duties of the job
- Assess health needs and contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of care for children, young people and families across home, clinic, school and community settings.
- Work alongside Health Visitors and School Nurses to support vulnerable children and families, including those subject to CIN, CP and CIC plans, contributing to safeguarding assessments, interventions and reviews.
- Monitor the health, wellbeing and development of children at risk, supporting multi-agency plans that promote safety and positive outcomes.
- provide targeted interventions under SCPHN direction.
- Act as Lead Professional, Key Worker or health representative where appropriate, coordinating support and communication between agencies.
- Deliver evidence-based health promotion, parenting support and interventions that improve wellbeing and reduce health inequalities.
- Recognise, record and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with local and national procedures.
- Participate in clinical, safeguarding and restorative supervision
- Develop effective partnerships with families and professionals, sharing information appropriately in accordance with safeguarding and information governance requirements.
- Support students, apprentices and new staff as appropriate.
- Maintain professional competence through training, appraisal and CPD.
- Keep accurate records and manage resources safely, working in accordance with the NMC Code, safeguarding procedures and Trust policies.
About us
Why Work With Us
The 0 to 19 Torbay Public Health Nursing team works in collaboration with Action For Children to provide preventative and supportive healthcare to children, young people and their families within Torbay. This includes the monitoring and provision of targeted support to vulnerable children and those whose welfare and safety may be at risk.
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
388-8178837-FC&I
Job locations
St Edmunds
Victoria Park Road,
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
#caretojoinus
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC register
- Evidence of continued professional development in the last 2 years
Desirable
- Assessor in practice
- Experience of working with children and young people
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of national and local strategies pertaining to young people
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- IT literacy skills and ability to use electronic record keeping systems.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Recognises the limits of own authority and seeks and uses professional support where necessary
- Demonstrates professional curiosity.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a public health role.
- Experience of NHS IT systems
- Safeguarding children experience
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC register
- Evidence of continued professional development in the last 2 years
Desirable
- Assessor in practice
- Experience of working with children and young people
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of national and local strategies pertaining to young people
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- IT literacy skills and ability to use electronic record keeping systems.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Recognises the limits of own authority and seeks and uses professional support where necessary
- Demonstrates professional curiosity.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a public health role.
- Experience of NHS IT systems
- Safeguarding children 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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Edmunds
Victoria Park Road,
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
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Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - School Nurse
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 388-8180564-FC&I
Job summary
Come and be part of a dynamic and evolving 0-19 Plus team. We are looking for a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) School Nurse (SN) within the integrated 0 to 19 Torbay Partnership.
Working with the 0 to 19 Torbay workforce, you will ensure pathways are followed in supporting children, young people, families and carers, working autonomously and collaboratively to deliver a family centred public health service, taking responsibility for a defined population in partnership with the wider multi-disciplinary and inter-agency teams.
The vacancy is within the 0-19 Plus team supporting children and families within the safeguarding arena. It is for a 30 hour post to cover Monday to Friday. If you would like any further information please contact team Lead Lisa Brace on 07775406461.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be working with school aged children and their families, being flexible to meet the needs of clients.
- Promote and lead on providing a strength asset-based approach to services delivered
- Work collaboratively to support school attendance where there is a health need.
- Work with children and families open to Child in need, Child protection plans and Looked after Children.
- Work alongside the Vulnerable Pupils team to identify and support those children who are at risk and whose families may require additional support.
- To value differences and individuality, showing respect to all when working with children, young people and their families and carers
- Develop effective client centred decision-making processes
- Diversity aware where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties of comprehension, and use adjustments and adaptations to communicate
- Use knowledge of local area and services to benefit the client and their family
- To take a proactive role in quality and service improvement
- Follow trust policies and pathways and use discretion in interpreting them according to the setting and circumstances.
- The post holder will work closely with the 0 to 19 Torbay teams in providing joined up care to clients
- The post holder will be required to maintain constructive relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- The post holder will work closely with TSDFT Children's Safeguarding team
About us
Why Work With Us
We are providing care to children, young people, and their families differently in Torbay.
Our 0 to 19 Torbay service includes colleagues from Action For Children . We provide a trauma informed, restorative approach to all of our families, with early help and intervention being central to all that we do.
We are an innovative service, and encourage staff to actively participate in the development of our team. We are involved with national research projects and strive to make an impact on the public health agenda. If you feel like you would like to be part of this, we would love to hear from you.
In return you will be offered a welcoming team, supported with compassionate leadership, have regular supervision, and opportunities for self and career development.
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-8180564-FC&I
Job locations
St Edmunds
Victoria Park Road
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
#caretojoinus
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
#caretojoinus
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC Register
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) School nurse (SN) qualification
- Evidence of recent continued professional development
- Safeguarding Children training
Desirable
- Educated at degree level
- International Computer Driving Licence
- Solihull Foundation course Mentorship qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay contract and Key Performance Indicators
- Knowledge of Policies and Key Documents to improve health outcomes for children & young people
- Ability to work as part of a team
- The ability to manage constant change
- Ability to be reflective on situations and show learning
- Demonstrate the ability to remain focused on service delivery whilst dealing with an unpredictable, diverse and challenging workload
- Understanding accountability and responsibility when delegating work in a skill mix team
- Working with complex families
- Managing challenging safeguarding situations
- Lone working
- Supporting SCPHN students
Desirable
- Demonstrate research skills in current role
- Coaching skills
- Change management skills
- Project management skills
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay commissioning arrangements
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC Register
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) School nurse (SN) qualification
- Evidence of recent continued professional development
- Safeguarding Children training
Desirable
- Educated at degree level
- International Computer Driving Licence
- Solihull Foundation course Mentorship qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay contract and Key Performance Indicators
- Knowledge of Policies and Key Documents to improve health outcomes for children & young people
- Ability to work as part of a team
- The ability to manage constant change
- Ability to be reflective on situations and show learning
- Demonstrate the ability to remain focused on service delivery whilst dealing with an unpredictable, diverse and challenging workload
- Understanding accountability and responsibility when delegating work in a skill mix team
- Working with complex families
- Managing challenging safeguarding situations
- Lone working
- Supporting SCPHN students
Desirable
- Demonstrate research skills in current role
- Coaching skills
- Change management skills
- Project management skills
- Knowledge of 0 to 19 Torbay commissioning arrangements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Edmunds
Victoria Park Road
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Edmunds
Victoria Park Road
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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