Job description

Job responsibilities

Why you should join our Team

Leeds is a wonderful city to work in and LTHT is an organisation that puts its patients first and highly values and supports its staff,

Pharmacy is a forward-thinking department that values the contribution of all our staff. There are plenty of opportunities to progress within different areas of our pharmacy services should you wish to.

These posts will involve working with a small team of Band 2 Pharmacy Support workers, training to Top-up wards with stock medication, delivering and putting the stock away for the ward or department.

This also includes working with the Pharmacy Stores and Distribution supervisors, Team leaders and managers.

For all posts, this will involve working across ALL sites at Leeds Teaching Hospitals as required.

Please be aware that for all posts there is a significant amount of walking and moving and handling, including bulk consignments.

The post holder will be required to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays on a rotational basis.

Please see the attached job description for further information about these vacancies.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Leeds General Infirmary

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or recognised MSc degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Registration with HCPC, or due to have within 3 months of interview.

Desirable

• Completed RCSLT Level C/Level 5 dysphagia competencies.
• Completed RCSLT NQP competencies.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working, or clinical SLT placement, with an adult caseload.
• Experience of working successfully as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of working or clinical placement with adult dysphagia caseload.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of assessment and management of dysphagia, dysarthria, dyspraxia, dysphonia, and dysphasia.

Desirable

• Membership of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network (CEN).
• Experience of holding own clinical caseload.
• Experience of working within the NHS.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Keen to embrace change and work flexibly to support the patient caseload and wider team.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Ability to use required IT systems effectively.
• Ability to work weekends as part of a 7 day working pattern (when appropriate service delivery allows and commences).

Desirable

• Ability to communicate in more than one language (e.g. bilingual)

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be a communicative team player, with experience in wound care and management of the diabetic foot. You will have opportunity to develop Musculoskeletal podiatry knowledge and put this into practice frequently. You will also be involved in minor surgery clinics.

You will be able to manage a caseload, and although predominantly clinical care will be needed, you will be able to organise visits to those who are unable to attend community clinics. You will be confident in treatment, and be aware of criteria for service. You will know your scope of practice, when to ask for help, and how to escalate concerns to MDFT.

You will be able to liaise with nursing staff to arrange visits, and form treatment plans for internal and external departments to follow.

You will support the service and colleagues in clinic, and when seeing patients at home.

Please see attached JD for further information

Person Specification

Professional Registration

Essential

• Registration with HCPC

Training

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing CPD

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience of treating a high-risk caseload including a wound care caseload and a willingness to undertake post graduate training and education in specialist area's of podiatry e.g diabetes
• Post graduate experience of full patient assessment (medical history, vascular, neuropathic etc) and formulating diagnosis & treatment plans.
• Post graduate experience in: - Minor surgical procedures. - Biomechanics including diagnosis, fabrication, prescription and evaluation of orthoses and formulating treatment plans, muscle balancing programmes

Desirable

• Local analgesia injection including calculating maximum safe doses and detecting contraindications to use.
• Post graduate experience of treating a high risk caseload including people with diabetic and ischaemic foot ulceration
• Involvement in Health Education
• Evidence of working within Specialist area's of Podiatry e.g. Podiatric Surgery, Diabetes, R.A etc.
• Training in clinical coaching

Skills

Essential

• Ability to diagnose, construct, document, implement and evaluate care plans using a holistic approach
• To demonstrate good organisational skills in managing own caseload with a proportion of high risk patients.
• Good verbal and written Communication skills in order to deal with people of all age groups in clinical situations and also other health care professionals
• Demonstrate ability to use specialist diagnostic & therapeutic equipment e.g., doppler ultrasound, neurosthesiometer, gait analysis systems
• Hand eye co-ordination, dexterity, manipulation, keyboard activity
• Full UK's Driver's Licence & Access to a car for work purposes.

Desirable

• MSK Knowledge
• Wound Care knowledge
• Evidence of contributing to audit and research /evaluation.

Qualifications

Essential

• Podiatry Diploma/ Degree
• Commitment to continuous development of clinical skills and professional knowledge.
• Awareness of current changes within the NHS.

Desirable

• Diabetic Foot Module
• Local Analgesia Administration Certificate
• IRMER certificate
• POMs certificate
• Evidence of CPD portfolio demonstrating knowledge base

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

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Beckenham Beacon

379 Croydon Road

Beckenham

BR3 3QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.bromleyhealthcare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Leadership

Provide expert clinical and professional advice and support to the multi-disciplinary team within theTrust and as appropriate within Primary care and other partner agencies.Provide clinical and professional leadership to support and inspire colleagues with regard to improving patient/client services in Tissue Viability and to support strategic planning of Tissue Viability service and the development of professional practice.

Monitor and record prevalence and incidence of patient pressure ulcersProactively lead the reduction of all types of skin damage (Category 4, 3, 2 & Unstageable pressure ulcers), Deep Tissue Injuries and Moisture-Associated Skin DamageProvide visible leadership and clinical expertise on the wards and departments 60% of the timeProactively develop innovative ways to promote skincare and reduce skin damage (recognising the need to utilise external opportunities to enhance knowledge & care)Educate and support staff to manage complex wounds

Contribute to Clinical Governance and Clinical Effectiveness agendas relating to Tissue Viability by setting, implementing and evaluating best practice guidelines in Tissue Viability, which improve patients care. These agendas may cross-organisational and professional boundaries.To contribute to the development of and actively participate in development of local strategic vision.Provide line management for Band 6 TVN Nurses/Continence Nurses and provide regular 1:1 meetings, appraisals and career development/coaching.Patient and Client Care DevelopmentsProvide and support an expert level of care to patients presenting with, or at risk of, compromised Tissue Viability. To include the assessment of patients, initiation of treatment, assessment of care delivered and the interpretation of investigations relating to wound care management.Ensure that referrals to the Tissue Viability Team are managed and prioritised within the service and where appropriate exercise referral rights to other specialties.Work in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team and involve users of the service to gain their input to service development to ensure continuous improvement in patient care.

Advise and support on service developments/improvements that will be of benefit to patients, whilst assisting the Trust to meet objectives.Support the multi-disciplinary team in delivering patient care ensuring sound clinical and ethical decision-making in relation to Tissue Viability.Ensure that appropriate, consistent and realistic information is provided to patients and relatives.Actively participate in the delivery of clinical care for patients with compromised Tissue Viability, maintain clinical credibility and professional expertise.Assess, monitor and report clinical risks associated with Tissue Viability. Challenge own and others practice. Support the development and delivery of action plans to eliminate associated risks, evaluate outcomes of the same.At all times adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC), Code of Professional Conduct and local Trust policies, protocols and guidelines. Be actively involved in clinical supervision and peer review.Maintain clinical and professional credibility through personal and professional development as identified by the post holders annual appraisal.Education and Training and ResearchSupport on the development of integration of education, research and practice development Trustwide. Develop effective links with other individuals and teams and to support these initiatives.Share professional knowledge and expertise through formal and informal teaching using flexible methods of delivery.Support in the identification of an respond to any appropriate education needs within the Trust, enabling practitioners to develop clinically based competencies, thus ensuring that they are effective in providing quality service provision.Promote a reflective, enquiring approach to clinical practice and support the use of clinical supervision to enhance the quality of patient care.Maintain an extensive knowledge of Tissue Viability care by continuing self development, including regular review of performance and a high level of critical self-awareness.Develop and provide face to face, on-line and workbooks to provide and enhance education and specialist knowledge on tissue viability, including wound care.

Management ResponsibilitiesContribute to the review of annual Tissue Viability objectives in collaboration with other TVN staff and professional groups.Promote effective communication to all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure swift dissemination of Tissue Viability information and advice.Manage and support the development of the Tissue Viability service.Provide feedback to ward/departmental managers for performance management and annual appraisal purposes.Version January 2025To assess the current treatments and make recommendations for the provision of appropriate resources to improve clinical outcomes whilst monitoring cost effectiveness in care provision.Monitor the contracts and use of specialist Tissue Viability equipment to ensure clinical objectives are met.Take appropriate measures to ensure the health and safety of patients, visitors and staff, reporting incidences, accidents and hazards to appropriate managers.Ensure accurate documentation is maintained for any advice and information given within the Trust and to outside agencies.Represent the Trust locally and nationally through appropriate agreed Tissue Viability organisations and groups.

Support the Tissue Viability team in the production of a quarterly and annual report for the service and disseminate accordingly.Develop and maintain audit schedule for SSKIN skin damage training compliance, audit compliance.Develop and maintain processes within the service that monitor and record pressure damage RCA, SI, Coroners reports and other data/information and reports are maintained and prepared in a timely manner.Travel between the Kettering and Northampton Hospital sites and other sites where requiredCommunicationBe an active member of relevant forums within the Trust and its partner organisations.Effectively communicate with all levels of staff within the Trust and externallyService DevelopmentIn conjunction with the other members of the Tissue Viability team the post holder will develop and assist in the implementation of appropriate policies, protocols, and guidelines and care pathways to ensure safe, equitable and consistent practice.Participate in service reviews. Supporting a programmed data collection and audit to determine the efficacy of the service.Demonstrate leadership in the implementation of national recommendations and other guidelines e.g. NICE, National Service Frameworks, as they relate to Tissue Viability across the Trust.Demonstrate innovation in reducing skin damage for patients and staff.Co-ordinate and engage with bed management programs, mattress audits and purchasing of equipment that relates to patient skin careResearch and EvaluationRaise awareness of current research on Tissue Viability practices, disseminate via teaching,advice and assist in its implementation throughout the Trust.

Working in partnership with the Tissue Viability team in the Trusts monitoring of pressure ulcer prevalence and incidence monitoring. Contribute to annual reports and action plans and disseminate accordingly.

Actively participate in a Trust wide audit of patient seating condition, annual foam mattress review and equipment resources, and in conjunction with the Tissue Viability team manage replacement programs as necessary in conjunction with the Trusts medical equipment manager. Guide other staff groups to audit their equipment, which may impact on pressure ulcer prevention or management.

In accordance with standards set nationally, by statutory bodies, be responsible for setting, monitoring and improving multi-disciplinary standards of Tissue Viability.Work Trust wide to apply quality assurance programs and ensure that facilities/resources are utilised in a cost effective and optimum manner.Participate in research initiatives in Tissue Viability, in order to contribute to the growing evidence base in relation to the specialty.Develop audit and outcome measures relevant to the role, carry out audits, and report results to relevant individuals. Develop and implement action plans to deal with any problems identified.To demonstrate leadership in the development of the Chief Nursing Officer for England, 10 key roles for nurses with Tissue Viability services.

Person Specification

Education, Traning and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered general Nurse qualified at degree level, with acute nursing experience
• Mentorship course or equivalent, or knowledge and experience of teaching techniques and of learners' needs
• Management/Leadership programme
• Post registration qualification, education or experience, in Tissue Viability to master level or equivalent.

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience, directly in the field of Tissue Viability.
• Evidence of leadership in clinical practice and operational level within nursing and multi-professional groups.
• Experience of successfully developing, implementing, and reflecting on programmes of education and training in Tissue Viability, for all levels of staff, academic and vocational in nature
• Effective presentation skills at local and national level

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Government strategies related to the NHS England and the relevance of the same to Tissue Viability
• Corporate wide responsibility for service delivery

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates expert/highly developed clinical skills and specialist knowledge within Tissue Viability
• Problem solving, critical appraisal and independent decision-making skills. Including involvement of bench marking.
• IT skills including the use of PowerPoint and Excel packages
• Able to communicate complex information, concepts, and initiatives to all levels of staff.
• Ability to work independently as an autonomous practitioner

Desirable

• Evidence of developing clinical pathways, guidelines, and policies.
• Knowledge of change management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties & responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• oExperience in caring for adults/children in a relevant setting
• oDemonstrable competence in field of activity

Qualifications

Essential

• oLiteracy and numeracy skills
• oKnowledge and skills acquired through a combination of formal, short courses, in house training and experience to NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• oOther Relevant training

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of activities or interventions relevant to field of activity
• Understanding of elements of care such as personal care, nutrition, food hygiene, non-verbal communication and some specific techniques
• Knowledge of legislation and health & safety applying to role
• Understanding of national drivers and guidance relevant to the care group
• Understanding of the impact of client conditions

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Self motivated
• Car owner /driver/access to vehicle as travel to other sites required
• Demonstrates awareness of sensitivity to the needs of the individual & families
• Positive attitude
• A commitment to further personal development
• Flexible approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North East Essex

659 The Crescent

Colchester

CO4 9YQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details

The post holder will support the service by providing advanced clinical practice and team oversight including knowledge and experience. This includes supporting on safeguarding practice, caseload oversight, statutory 5-19 programmes, training, audit and interagency work required

To provide advanced public health clinical expertise to the public health team and school nursing team offering specialist advice and guidance for care of the 519-year-old.

To support the development, implementation and evaluation of policies/evidence-based guidelines for the service. This includes the quality assurance framework for the service.

Support management oversight for clinical effectiveness of the Healthy Child Programme by the use of evidence-based practice and audit.

The post holder will adapt and be responsive whilst supporting development of the school nursing role, creating and maintaining an environment in which excellence in service delivery will flourish.

Support the team on safeguarding agenda as that impact on the 5-19 services including LSCB subgroups (CSE/CE/Missing), primary care interfaces, multi-agency groups, mental health notifications, domestic abuse notifications and engagement with the universal services. Undertaking LSCB audits as required.

Line management of the school nurses of approximately up to 15 professional and administration staff

Clinical

To work with children, young people and their families to deliver the Healthy Child Programme whilst supporting statutory safeguarding delivery.

To establish and maintain relationships with other statutory and voluntary agencies e.g. primary care, 0-5 universal services, safeguarding teams, specialist/targeted childrens services, specialist school nursing, early help, social services and education.

Provide a mentoring/preceptorship role to school nurses and health visitors, identifying ongoing developmental needs.

Support effective service responses and pathways where there are multi-agency service interfaces required. This includes, but not exhaustive of dealing effectively with child protection processes, domestic violence incidents, A&E notifications and mental health notifications.

To contribute to development of clinical pathways and an audit programme for children in need, looked after children, vulnerable individuals, children with medical conditions attending mainstream schools and children on a safeguarding plan.

To continue to development templates and SystmOne developments whilst record keeping and maintaining an excellent standard of records for the service.

Agreeing a training plan each year, assessing need and skills of the staff against the need of children, young people and parents

To provide clinical cover as required

Professional

To evidence team compliance to the Nursing & Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct and to understand the importance of professional accountability, responsibility and competence.

To evidence team compliance with group clinical supervision, management supervision and safeguarding supervision.

To participate in the team appraisal process and prepare and work to a personal and professional development plan in conjunction with your line manager/supervisor.

To encourage and assess professional development through action learning, reflective practice, professional supervision, self-appraisal and performance review.

To contribute to the development of others to ensure that the School Nursing Service provided reflect best practice, remains evidence based, is current and responsive to meet changing health needs of local population, Local Authority and NHS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse /Registered sick Childrens Nurse, /Registered Mental Health Nurse
• SCPHN School Nurse
• Public Health Advanced Experience
• Level 3 safeguarding
• Specialist Practice Degree School Nursing or equivalent, or working towards
• Knowledge of safeguarding processes, including familiarity with MARAC/MASH principals
• Evidence of research based practice
• Demonstrate a professional approach to updating clinical knowledge, practice and use of audit and assessment
• Knowledge on performance management and service delivery prioritisation
• Awareness of national and local priorities within childrens services
• A sound working knowledge of child development and parenting issues.
• Knowledge of health promotion relating to children and families
• Understanding of key priorities for childrens services
• Mentoring /998
• Experience of maintaining accurate, contemporaneous records
• Experience of producing written reports/statements when required
• Experience of multi-agency working
• Evidence of Innovative Practice
• Recent School Nursing/Community Experience
• Experience of working with Children and Young People
• Experience of working within a community setting
• Experience of working with child protection procedures
• Experience of delivering health promotion/education on a one to one basis and within groups
• Leadership
• Decision making
• Planning
• Prioritising
• Current Full UK Driving Licence and car
• A committed, enthusiastic person who can demonstrate good team working and autonomy
• Demonstrate good communication skills
• Skilled in managing and prioritising own caseload and workload
• Flexibility in working hours and environment

Desirable

• Registered SCPHN Health Visitor conversion to SCPHN SN
• Counselling Skills
• Family Planning Certificate

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

Southend On Sea City Council

Address

Southend-on-Sea City Council

Victoria Avenue

Southend-on-sea

SS1 9SB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southend.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Trainee Child Wellbeing Practitioner role will:

• Work closely alongside a team of mental health professionals delivering a wide range of evidence informed interventions, under supervision.
• Develop and practice evidence-based skills under supervision to work directly with children, young people and families.
• Develop and practice evidence-based skills under supervision to carry out holistic and child-centered mental health assessments, including risk assessments

The Trainee Child Wellbeing Practitioner is required to:

• Demonstrate the ability to work at degree level or have an equivalent level of relevant experience, with a proven record of previous learning or formal study in child development, wellbeing or mental health
• Experience of working with children and young people, their families and the network around the child.
• Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders
• Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or mental health difficulties
• Experience of working in or with education although this is not essential

The Qualified Child Wellbeing Practitioner role:

• Work closely alongside a team of mental health professionals delivering a wide range of evidence informed interventions autonomously
• Continue to develop and practice evidence-based skills to work directly with children, young people and families.
• Continue to develop and practice evidence-based skills to carry out holistic and child-centered mental health assessments, including risk assessments.

Upon completion of the training, the role will encompass working with children and their families, teaching staff and relevant agencies involved with the childs network. The practitioner will require the ability to provide appropriate intervention in-line with NICE Guidelines and utilise the relevant psychological therapies measures to ascertain the success of the intervention and agreed outcomes, as well as supporting and empowering children, young people and families to make informed choices about intervention and therapeutic strategies.

The postholder will possess the skills to screen relevant referrals, undertake risk assessments, have the capability to work under pressure, and will require exceptional engagement skills to work with young people and families.

Additionally, the postholder will need to demonstrate the ability to maintain a high standard of patient care and be professionally responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of the program of care provided. There must be a high standard of record keeping and demonstrate user engagement and multi-agency involvement within the assessment process and the development of care planning

For more information and a confidential discussion please email Zoe Gilbert, Reflexions Service Manager on [email protected]

Any question regarding application please contact our recruitment team on 01384 325028.

For more information and a confidential discussion please email Zoe Gilbert on [email protected]

Any question regarding application please contact our recruitment team on 01384 325028.

Please note, interviews will take place on 14th October 2026.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Essential

• Holds an undergraduate degree and can demonstrate the ability to study at postgraduate level
• A minimum of two years experience of working with children and young people
• Has experience of working in an environment that uses targets to demonstrate outcomes.
• Must be able to travel to university in Northampton and the Black Country with ease

Desirable

• Has experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sandwell CAMHS

Lodge Road

West Bromwich

B70 8NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

At Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, we are fully committed to training and development of the Dental Nurses with support for continuing education and learning.You will gain the opportunity to join a successful, dynamic dental team who have a passion for developing dental nurses and an interest in ensuring that you can maximise your developmental potential whilst gaining further skills and extended duties.There will be an opportunity to develop your skills in providing more specialist care via training qualifications in sedation, Oral Health education, implantology etc.We provide a varied and competency-based induction programme to support you in your development within the service.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• NEBDN and/or an appropriate professional qualification or equivalent
• General Dental Council registration

Desirable

• Post Qualification Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a clinical setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in the specialty

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Maintain accurate patient's files/X-rays transfer data to database display an appreciation for the importance of this.
• Ability to work under own initiative without direct supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team with a professional approach towards work and colleagues.

Desirable

• IT skills - Maintain personal Record and general information data entry, text processing.

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with GDC registration, maintains updated Personal development plan, as per GDC requirements.

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Understand the Equality Act 2010, duties, roles, and responsibilities for UCLH, staff.
• Treat everyone who comes into contact with us with dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Place a high value on diversity and fairness.
• Understand the UCLH values, vision, and objectives

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by: oKnowledge relating to legislation in: oThe disposal of clinical and other hazardous waste oRadiography oHealth and Safety Decontamination oMedical devices.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting your work. This includes, but is not limited to, those relating to: o data protection

Desirable

• Flexible approach to working hours.

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

47-49 Huntley Street

London

WC1E 6DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To actively encourage the adherence to Good Manufacturing Practice and all procedures relating to the aseptic services department and to suggest changes in practice and procedures as appropriate
• To prepare chemotherapy, immunotherapies, CIVAS, parenteral nutrition and clinical trial patient doses, fully gowned and gloved in a clean room environment.
• To assemble ingredients and consumables and record batch numbers and expiry dates accurately on aseptic worksheets.
• To label and package final products accurately and store correctly following aseptic procedures.
• To liaise with other staff to ensure the safe, efficient and timely delivery of aseptic products.
• To ensure that all documentation is processed and filed correctly.
• To ensure that all records and logs are completed correctly on a daily basis and to report any out of specification results to the Chief Pharmacy Technician or Associate Chief Pharmacist Aseptic Services.
• To assist in maintaining equipment according to procedures, including leak testing of isolators and accurately maintain records.
• To check volumes for other Aseptic Services and rotational staff after undergoing an accredited competency process.
• To tidy, clean and disinfect the Aseptic Services department according to procedures as required. This may involve an early start.
• To participate in the monitoring and cleaning rota of the isolators following standard operating procedures.
• To undertake media validation to ensure on going validation of aseptic competence
• To prepare documentation and labels using the Epic system.
• To undertake transfer disinfection into the aseptic unit and isolators according to procedures.
• To sit or stand at isolators for long periods.
• To participate in the out-of-hours, weekend and Bank Holiday rotas in the Pharmacy Department

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Pharmacy Level 2 plus accredited underpinning knowledge or equivalent

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice

Desirable

• Experience in hospital pharmacy aseptic services
• Be familiar with handling cytotoxic drugs following approved procedures
• Experience of dispensing medication
• Knowledge of good aseptic technique
• Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Be able to provide and receive routine factual information to inform work colleagues, patients/carers that may require tact and persuasion, where there may be barriers to understanding
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, written and oral
• Good time management skills including ability to prioritise work
• Good problem-solving abilities, able to work on own initiative
• Ability to prioritise workload of own and others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal Univerity Hospital

Farnborough Common

Orpington

BR6 8ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Fixed term maternity cover for 12 months

Help people live well with a life-limiting illness

Were looking for a skilled and compassionate physiotherapist to join Willen Hospice as a Specialist Physiotherapist in our Therapeutic and Wellbeing team. Youll provide rehabilitation and wellbeing support to patients and their carers on our In-Patient Unit and in the Wellbeing Centre, working with people living with cancer, long-term neurological conditions and other progressive illnesses.

As part of our multidisciplinary team (MDT), youll champion a rehabilitative approach to palliative care, with a strong focus on physical activity, independence and helping people achieve the goals that matter most to them.

If you want to use your specialist skills to make a lasting difference to peoples quality of life, and youd value working in a person-centred team that has the time to do things properly, this could be the role for you.

What youll do:

• Carry out specialist assessments and develop dynamic treatment plans for patients with complex needs.

• Deliver one-to-one and group rehabilitation focused on maximising function, independence and engagement with life.

• Work with the MDT, patients and carers to agree goals and care plans, prepare for discharge and refer on to community services.

• Support and educate carers, sharing difficult information with tact and empathy.

• Supervise allied health professional (AHP) and physiotherapy students, and delegate tasks to our Therapies Assistant Practitioner.

• Contribute to teaching, audit and research that develop rehabilitative palliative care at the Hospice.

Were looking for someone who is:

• A physiotherapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), with a degree or equivalent qualification.

• Experienced in assessing and treating people with complex, long-term or progressive conditions.

• An excellent communicator, confident supporting patients and families through emotionally difficult conversations.

• Well organised and able to manage a varied caseload, including working independently as a lone worker.

Experience in a hospice or specialist palliative care setting would be advantageous. Postgraduate training in palliative care, oncology or neurology, would also be an advantage. Just as important is your approach: compassionate, person-centred and focused on helping people live well.

If so, apply today and help local people live well with a life-limiting illness.For more information and to apply please visit:www.willen-hospice.org.uk/careers.

If you would like an informal discussion with Jenni Marks, Wellbeing Lead, please get in touch via [email protected] or call us on 01908 663 636.

This appointment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Willen Hospice

Address

Milton Keynes

MK15 9AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.willen-hospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the job description/person specification carefully and ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience needed.

This post attracts a recruitment premium of £3,000 (pro-rata for part time roles). This is a one off payment with half paid on appointment and half paid after the completion of a satisfactory probation period (6 months). The premium is taxable. Please note that should you leave employment, or choose to move to an alternative post within the Trust that does not attract this recruitment premium, you will be required to reimburse all or some it, as follows: 100% of the value of the premium in the first 12 months; 50% of the value of the premium in the period 12 months to 2 years following appointment.

**Previous applicants need not apply**

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist OR Social Worker with the relevant professional registration
• Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor training (NMC registrants) or Practice Educator (AHP & Social Worker Registrants)
• Ongoing professional development working towards degree level ( if professional registration is following a diploma level course)

Desirable

• Recognised Leadership/Management training
• Higher degree or post graduate certificate in area of clinical / therapeutic practice

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience
• Demonstrate effective risk assessment and risk management experience
• Experience in the delivery of clinical interventions
• Demonstrable experience in assessment of mental health
• Experience in working in team delivering person centred treatment packages
• Experience of managing a caseload and the provision of Mental Health Care services to people with mental health care needs
• Experience supervising others/students including preceptorship programme, student placements etc

Desirable

• Experience in delivering group based interventions
• Experience working in the specific area
• Experience of interagency working
• Experience of supporting transitions
• Experience in supporting service development and quality improvement initiatives

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel independently

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and engagement skills Conflict resolution and Breakaway training (or requirement to undertake within first 12 weeks)
• Competent assessment skills
• Effective analytical and decision-making skills
• Care planning and Risk assessment knowledge and skills
• Able to effectively prioritise own workload
• Computer skills and experience of using an Electronic Patient Record system
• Competent and effective documentation and record keeping

Desirable

• Able to time manage and reflect on clinical practice
• Prevention and Management of Suicide training
• Medicine Management
• Safeguarding training

Knowledge

Essential

• The ability to use clinical assessment tools and outcome measures effectively and collaboratively
• An understanding of the policies and guidelines both local and national e.g. National Institute for Clinical Excellence guidelines (Government initiative) Up to date knowledge of legal and ethical frameworks including Mental Health Act.
• Have the ability to discuss, identify and escalate safeguarding issues in a sensitive way to protect those who are vulnerable
• Ensure care is values-based, nonjudgemental and equitable, and supports the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity being met.

Desirable

• Developing knowledge of local wider systems and networks
• Knowledge of health promotion
• Knowledge of medication and the monitoring of its effects

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Northgate Hospital

Northgate Street

Great Yarmouth

NR30 1BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The General Portering department at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a - General Porter

Who are:

• Enthusiastic, motivated people who are passionate in providing an excellent patient care experience,
• To provide a flexible, efficient quality service extending care and consideration to patients, staff and visitors.
• To receive work requests via Telephone, e-mail, face to face and the Trusts in-house task Management System (TMS). (PRS System Include My Care System/Devices), take prompt and appropriate action in a courteous and helpful manner. In order to ensure that an effective and timely service is delivered to all service users.
• Prioritise work and direct staff accordingly, via 2-way radio and telephone to ensure optimum use of resource.
• To undertake all Portering and Support worker duties, Dispatching, Corridor Clearance, Furniture Request / Office Moves, Portering and reception duties, whilst working at the Centre for Womens Health reception and any other Facilities Role commensurate with there banding.

Please see below more information about the Portering teams role and responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Portering Operations Manager, Site Practitioners and On-Call teams out of hours, weekends and normal office hours to prioritise operational requirements.
• To assist the Portering Operations Manager in managing the portering duties and performance of the Portering staff across the Trust.
• To undertake a shift working pattern, 12 hr shifts, including nights, days, weekends and bank holidays for which allowances will be paid.
• To contribute to the on-going development and delivery of the Portering services.
• To work alongside the Portering Operations Manager to assess the requirements of the Portering departments operational needs and assign staff accordingly to meet the needs and demands of the service.
• To contribute to the delivery of a quality service to all patients, staff and visitors in accordance with the Trusts purpose and values.
• To provide a flexible, efficient quality service extending care and consideration to patients, staff and visitors.
• To receive work requests via Telephone and the Trust My Care computer system and take prompt and appropriate action in a courteous and helpful manner in order to ensure that an effective and timely service is delivered to all users.
• To Supervise and prioritise work and direct staff accordingly, via 2-way radio, telephone and the My Care system to ensure optimum use of resources.
• To ensure duties carried out by Dispatchers/Porters are completed accurately and in a timely way.
• Corridor Clearance duties in line with the Trusts Fire Advisory regulations.
• Furniture / Office move requests.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours. 12 hour shifts, including nights, days, weekends and bank holidays for which allowances will be paid

Interview Date: Week Commencing 19th of October, 2026

For further information please contact: Craig McIvor; Portering Operations Manager on 07425413770 or [email protected]

** Previous candidates need not apply **

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered with RCSLT & HCPC
• Post graduate or equivalent specialist training in Autism

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Ability to develop and implement training to professionals and parents/carers
• Knowledge and understanding of use of digital tools to support therapy

Experience

Essential

• Proven leadership/management experience
• Experience of managing large and complex caseload independently

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

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Child Development Centre

Ross Road

Hereford

HR2 7RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• Self motivated
• Ability to analyse and act upon complex data sets
• Enthusiastic, passionate and committed to making a positive difference to the organisation. Ability to function both as a team player and self motivator.
• Ability to develop relationships and establish consensus with a variety of key players both within and external to the Health Board

Desirable

• Evidence of continuous personal development.

Knowledge

Essential

• Understand business benefits supporting introduction of e-strategies, including e-tendering, auctions and catalogue management.
• Knowledge of Health Board Procurement processes/ procedures.
• An understanding of the role and function of NHS Health Boards, Health Authorities and Local Government.

Desirable

• Knowledge of best practice/ benchmarking and performance measurement techniques.
• Knowledge of e-business systems
• Sound knowledge of strategic and operational procurement management.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, articulate and robust in presenting ideas.
• IT Proficiency particularly in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases and use of the web for researching.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Ability to engage, motivate, influence individuals outside the formal area of management responsibility
• Ability to demonstrate sound analytical reasoning, effective decision making and an ability to identify and manage risks

Desirable

• Conversant in Welsh
• Familiar with integrated web based systems

Experience

Essential

• Expertise in EU procurement and contract management, obtained via further training and/or relevant experience
• Experience of project planning and ability to meet deadlines, including participating, and co-ordinating costings and purchases in line with agreed revenue and capital projects
• Demonstrable track record of obtaining savings and other business indicators.
• Experience of people/staff management.
• Conversant with legal, compliance and probity issues
• Proven experience of handling 'complex' and/or high value procurements on time, and within budget.

Desirable

• Awareness of EFQM/Quality standards and working with ISO policies and procedures.
• Awareness of category management.
• Awareness of business planning principles
• Experience of managing large scale and / or complex projects.
• Track record of managing organisational and technological change

Qualifications

Essential

• MCIPs accreditation

Desirable

• Knowledge of best practice/benchmarking and performance measurement techniques
• Knowledge of e-business systems
• Sound knowledge of strategic and operational procurement management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Ty Gwent

Lake View, Llantarnam

Cwmbran

NP44 3HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

The post holders maybe required to support other HGV services at other bases in times of need.

Person Specification

Person Specification

Essential

• Dealing with customers
• Sound geographical knowledge of area served
• HGV Cat C
• HGV CPC

Desirable

• ADR Awareness

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• Full Driving Licence
• Moving & Handling and Awareness of Health and Safety

Desirable

• Basic Knowledge of Vehicle Maintenance

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

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Llansamlet Laundry

Nantyffin Rd South

Swansea

SA79RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional Qualification and Registration: NMC registered MH Nurse, NMC registered LD Nurse, SCW/Eng registered Social Worker, HCPC Registered OT, HCPC registered Practitioner PSychologist
• Eligible to practice under the mental health measure Wales 2010. .
• Post grad diploma or relevant knowledge, training and experience in the specialist field acquired through specialist training and on the job experience.
• Excellent knowledge of mental health problems and disorders
• Excellent knowledge of family dynamics and issues relating to working with families
• Understanding of relevant therapeutic approaches
• Knowledge and appreciation of national policies

Desirable

• Additional formal qualification in a recognised therapeutic approach
• Specific, targeted, evidence based interventions e.g. EMDR
• Formal qualification in a relevant field e.g. Child Development, Mental Health etc
• Understanding of service structures and inter-agency working
• Knowledge of specific disorders / conditions relevant to CAMHS

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience of working with children, young people and families in a health or social care environment or mental health setting.
• As a specialist mental health role, post grad experience in a Mental Health Setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in a specific clinical role relating to CAMHS
• Previous specialist CAMHS experience

Aptitudes & Abilities

Essential

• Able to carry out mental health assessments autonomously through appropriate questioning, observations and accurate recording
• Able to collate and interpret information to devise care plans
• Able to deliver evidence based mental health interventions based on assessment formulation
• Good organisational skills, Effective time management, Good communication, Team Player
• Able to relate to children, young people and adults effectively
• Able to relate well to other professionals

Desirable

• Able to use formal assessment tools / clinical interviews
• Able to implement specific evidence based approaches

Values

Essential

• Flexible approach to work and able to adapt to changing circumstances
• Personable and amiable, Ability to use own initiative, Assertive, Able to work under pressure Confident, Approachable

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area.
• Basic IT skills use of e-mails, basic word processing
• Aware of professional issues
• Professionally accountable

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Llandudno General Hospital

Hospital Road

Llandudno

LL30 1LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Join Cygnet Group and start a career where every day makes a difference.

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team as a Support Worker (Learning Disabilities) at Oakhurst Lodge.

Whether you already have experience in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you. If you're compassionate, enjoy helping others and want to make a positive impact, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed.

Why Join Us?

This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll support people to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives, helping them achieve personal goals, develop new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences both at Oakhurst Lodge and in the local community.

From supporting daily routines and encouraging independence to accompanying individuals on activities and outings, you'll play an important part in improving quality of life and promoting wellbeing.

About the Role

Looking for a stable, rewarding career with great variety? Join our team on a 42-hour permanent contract, working 12-hour day shifts across a 7-day rota.

What to expect:

• Full-time permanent employment

• 12-hour day shifts

• Around two weekends per month

• Early shifts from 7:00 am

• Later shifts finishing by 10:00 pm

• The opportunity to make a real difference every day

Oakhurst Lodge is an 8-placement specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

Why Join Cygnet

• Salary: £13.45 £14.00 per hour

• Increase to £13.75 Per Hour after 3 months

• Free meal while on shift

• NHS Blue Light Discount Card

• Fully paid training and induction

• 28 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Paid breaks

• Contributory pension scheme

• Access to a range of staff support and wellbeing services via Cygnets online portal

• Excellent career development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications to support your long-term career growth.

To thrive in this role, you'll have:

• Experience supporting adults with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities or working within a care setting.

• An understanding of behaviours that may challenge, and a positive, proactive approach to support

• A caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine desire to help others succeed

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues

• A team-focused approach, with the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive environment

• Flexibility and enthusiasm for supporting a variety of community activities, social events, and meaningful experiences

• A commitment to promoting independence, choice, dign ity, and wellbeing for the people we support

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Ashurst

SO40 7AW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE APPLY VIA SUFFOLK JOBS DIRECT JOB NUMBER 25082 AND NOT VIA NHS JOBS

Job title

Specialist Learning Support Assistant (Medical Needs)

Job Reference

25082

Grade and Salary

4 £29,542 per annum (pro rata)

This role includes performance related pay progression

Service

Health and Community Services (0-19), Public Health and Communities

Team

Inclusion Services

Location

Countywide Hybrid and community working

Hours per week

28 hours per week (term time only working)

Status

Post 1: Permanent

Post 2: Fixed term/Secondment to cover an absent post holder who is on secondment, expected to end 15 October 2027 subject to change

This role may offer the following flexible working options

Working part time hours (eg different hours/days to those advertised)

Job sharing

Working compressed hours (eg a nine-day fortnight)

Use of flexitime / time off in lieu

Hybrid working options, including some home working

Working adjusted core hours (eg starting later and finishing later or other patterns)

About us

As a modern and effective council, we understand the importance of being flexible and well-connected in the ways we work. We focus our ambitions on doing whats right for people, our partners and our communities - both now and for the future.

Thats why, as one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we believe in empowering everyone. Through career variety and collaborative working, accessible career paths and professional development.

The support and care we offer encourages and enables you to be the best you can be. To make a meaningful impact on the world around you. To achieve a unique sense of pride in what you do, why you do it and where. Reimagine the possibilities.

Main purpose of the job

The Specialist Learning Support Assistant supports pupils with complex medical needs to enable them to access education by providing the medical interventions the pupil requires.

Typical Responsibilities of a role at this level

Effective Practice

Work within the service guidelines, statutory guidance and legal frameworks.

Engage in individual and group supervision with managers and practice leads.

Reporting and Accurate Recording

To maintain up to date records and data using electronic devices and systems as directed and to provide reports as required.

To contribute to ensuring successful completion of Quality Assurance processes within team.

Information, Advice and Signposting

To provide information and signposting for children, young people and families to relevant universal and specialist services in the local area and beyond where appropriate.

Multi-Agency and Partnership Working

Actively build relationships and networks with other professional groups and services in the locality.

Managing Risk and Safeguarding

To identify risk and safeguarding concerns and escalate immediately where appropriate.

To undertake other tasks allocated manager or senior colleagues, in keeping with the responsibilities of the grade:

Work in accordance with the Councils statutory responsibilities, policies and service procedures and comply with equality and diversity policies, procedures and legislation.

Maintaining customer confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act and SCC guidance.

Participate in performance appraisal and consultation with team managers as required.

Participating in training and development opportunities, in order to improve personal knowledge, skills and effectiveness.

About the team

The Specialist Learning Support Service supports children and young people aged between 2 and 19 years old with complex medical needs to access education by providing medical interventions.

The service is managed, supervised, and trained by Care Coordinators who are qualified childrens nurses

The Specialist Learning Support Assistants support children and young people on a one-to-one basis providing medical interventions to enable them to access education

Relevant training will be provided to achieve expertise in the management of the medical needs of the pupil. This will be according to the child and young persons individual health care plan.

They work under the direction of a teacher in a whole class, group, or individual situation.

There will be a need to interpret information or situations and to solve them as per school and Suffolk County Council policies and to refer more complex medical issues to the Care Coordinators.

Specialist Learning Support Assistants, once trained, have a requirement to supervise others and may demonstrate tasks to new colleagues or give advice and guidance to them

What you will be expected to deliver in the role

Deliver medical interventions according to the child/young persons individual care plan as necessary. These may include gastrostomy feeding, naso-gastric feeding, administration of emergency and regular medication, oral suction, care of a tracheostomy tube, wound care, administration of oxygen, monitoring oxygen saturation levels.

Significant moving and handling of pupils per their needs using appropriate equipment as per individualised risk assessment and meeting their daily hygiene, nutritional, respiratory, and developmental needs in the school and community setting.

Share responsibility for emergency management of the pupil they are allocated to with the senior management team of the school in which they are working.

Liaise with therapy staff on a regular basis and regarding the individual therapy goals of that pupil.

Administer medication in line with individual school policy.

Liaise with teaching staff on a regular basis and regarding the Individual Education Plan.

Receive training and assist pupils with communication e.g. Makaton, switches, symbols, and/or communication aid programming.

Attend training in relevant medical competencies and mandatory training.

Supervise new team members and demonstrate tasks or give advice and guidance to others.

Day to day tasks may include:

Travelling with a child/young person from their home to school in order to provide any interventions required full training is given for this

Administering medication

Providing artificial feeding and/or other interventions such as oral suction or oxygen

Transferring non-mobile children and young people between different types of equipment such as seating

Although this list provides examples of what you will be doing its not intended to be exhaustive and you will have personal objectives linked to our People Plans and Strategies that will be discussed and agreed with your line manager when you start.

Person Profile what you will bring to the team

Qualifications and professional membership

Suitable practitioner level qualification at Level 3 or 2 years equivalent experience

in healthcare.

Evidence of continuing professional development

Values and personal qualities

Demonstrates personal values and behaviours aligned to our corporate WE ASPIRE values

Passionate about making a positive difference for Suffolk

Committed to listening to children and families and to working collaboratively with them to address concerns

Specialist knowledge skills and experience

Accurate and specific information recording and record keeping skills

Experience of solution focused approaches in practice

Relevant experience of working directly with children, young people and their families

Evidence of the ability and commitment to support and motivate children, young people and their families

Good organisational skills

The ability to work independently whilst being aware of when to seek further guidance

Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as required to update knowledge and skills

Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and guidance as appropriate to role (desirable)

Knowledge of associated agencies and their working practices (desirable)

Experience of working alongside parents who may have mental health, learning or physical disability or sensory impairment (desirable)

Experience of working with a wide range of agencies and communities (desirable)

Additional requirements

The ability to work in a variety of locations and clients homes including rural areas

A DBS check will be undertaken for the successful candidate

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you dont meet all the criteria, please apply. Wed appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Travel requirements

Frequent Travel Essential - You will need to travel, so you must either hold a full, current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• a suitable Level 3 qualification or at least 2 years equivalent experience in healthcare
• an awareness and understanding of medical conditions such as epilepsy.
• experience of working directly with children or young people and their families
• good organisational skills and the ability to keep clear and accurate records
• the confidence to work independently, while knowing when to seek guidance
• a willingness to undertake specialist and mandatory training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Suffolk County Council

Address

8 Russell Road

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 2BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.suffolk.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Management of one or more Estates / Minor New works / Capital projects including refurbishments, redevelopments, and new builds in accordance with the Trusts project management processes and policies.Preparation of a detailed project plans to ensure successful completion ofeach stage of the project.

Financial Responsibility

To manage the delegated budget for Minor New Works

To manage the project budgets for assigned Capital Funded schemes.

Personal responsibilities

To indirectly line-manage the Estates Administrator assigned to operate the Minor New Works database, limited to the Minor New Works process.

To maintain effective channels of communication within the department between Management, staff and other hospital departments.

Please refer to the job description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Degree in Building Services or equivalent acquired knowledge and experience
• Good experience of working within a large Estate
• Specialty in two estates fields to City & Guilds Accreditation for HTM, H&S, Fire, etc. (e.g. Asbestos, Working at Height, Confined Spaces, etc)
• Certificate in Management Studies or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Chartered Institute such as ACIBSE, CIHE or equivalent
• General knowledge of Facilities Services and building services at degree level.

Experience

Essential

• An in-depth knowledge of one specialist field within Estates Maintenance across a multi-disciplinary organisation.
• Good experience of managing technical staff, contractors and services.

Desirable

• Experience in the creation of tenders for capital improvement and upgrade projects

Skills

Essential

• To be able to multi-task and deal with complex situations of a technical nature across a broad spectrum of plant and equipment.
• Resilience to pressure, when achieving task deadlines under difficult or distressing situations of a complex and technical nature.
• To represent the Trust at external meetings and work groups.
• To empathise with staff, patient and visitor problems and seek acceptable solutions.
• To be able to utilize technical software tools in carrying out the role, e.g. MiCAD.

Personal and people development

Essential

• To maintain continued personal development (CPD)
• To attend C&G accredited HTM courses as required to fulfill the role including regular refresher courses.
• To assist other members of Estates with their CPD imparting specialist knowledge through training workshops and 1 to 1 training sessions.

Communication

Essential

• To be able to exchange specialist information across a broad spectrum of staff and outside 3rd party contractors and statutory agencies, specialists and non-specialist staff.
• To negotiate with suppliers and other agencies in the pursuance of the role.

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

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Estates-Pay (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general standard of education (e.g. GCSE Maths & English and or equivalent level of work experience)
• Good IT skills & computer awareness including Mircrosoft Office and Outlook
• ICDL (ECDL) or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of the hospital IT systems

Experience

Essential

• Previous clerical /office experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health care setting

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbally
• Able to prioritise tasks
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work alone as well as part of a team

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh
• Minute taking skills

Values

Essential

• Motivated
• Reliable
• Good interpersonal skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changing service demands

Other

Essential

• Able to travel to meet the requirements to the Health Board

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will process prescriptions for patients requiring home delivery of their medicines, such as those on immunosuppressive medicines to enable care closer to home and reduce footfall to the acute hospitals.

They will also ensure that invoices are correct prior to passing onto finance for payment and support with the management of off contract claims where needed using existing standard operating procedures and be required to answer or escalate enquiries from external stakeholders or BCUHB staff to support with the management of the centralised medicines homecare and procurement services.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Aware of pharmacy purchasing practices

Desirable

• Has, or is working toward a relevant qualification in administration, purchasing or pharmacy services

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with computers

Desirable

• Experience working in a similar environment

Skills

Essential

• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Methodical, accurate and pays attention to detail

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ivanhoe House, Abergele Hospital

Abergele

LL22 8DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Good Honours degree in Psychology.
• Eligibility for British Psychological Society Chartered status.
• Post-graduate Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the British Psychological Society.
• Registration with Health and Care Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist.

Desirable

• Well-developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult-to-treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialised psychological therapies and assessment methodologies, including neuropsychological assessment.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial assessed experience of working as a qualified and senior clinical psychologist, normally including significant post-qualification experience within the designated speciality where the post is located, or relevant transferable skills.
• Assessed experience of working effectively as a qualified and senior level clinical psychologist in the designated speciality, or relevant transferable skills. Demonstration of further specialist training/experience through having received extensive and demonstrable clinical supervision of working as a specialist Clinical Psychologist or an alternative agreed by the Director of Psychology.

Desirable

• Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
• Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care.

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• The ability to demonstrate a high level of competence to work within the designated speciality.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practised within clinical psychology.

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh.

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Heddfan Psychiatric Unit - Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• OT degree/Diploma
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Leadership training

Experience

Essential

• Working with those with Mental Health Problems
• Use of a variety of therapeutic interventions

Desirable

• Working within community delivery of MH

Leadership

Essential

• Responsibility within the workplace for development/delivery of new initiatives

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Herrick House

35 E Stockwell St

Colchester

CO1 1ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details

The post holder will support the service by providing advanced clinical practice and team oversight including knowledge and experience. This includes supporting on safeguarding practice, caseload oversight, statutory 5-19 programmes, training, audit and interagency work required

To provide advanced public health clinical expertise to the public health team and school nursing team offering specialist advice and guidance for care of the 519-year-old.

To support the development, implementation and evaluation of policies/evidence-based guidelines for the service. This includes the quality assurance framework for the service.

Support management oversight for clinical effectiveness of the Healthy Child Programme by the use of evidence-based practice and audit.

The post holder will adapt and be responsive whilst supporting development of the school nursing role, creating and maintaining an environment in which excellence in service delivery will flourish.

Support the team on safeguarding agenda as that impact on the 5-19 services including LSCB subgroups (CSE/CE/Missing), primary care interfaces, multi-agency groups, mental health notifications, domestic abuse notifications and engagement with the universal services. Undertaking LSCB audits as required.

Line management of the school nurses of approximately up to 15 professional and administration staff

Clinical

To work with children, young people and their families to deliver the Healthy Child Programme whilst supporting statutory safeguarding delivery.

To establish and maintain relationships with other statutory and voluntary agencies e.g. primary care, 0-5 universal services, safeguarding teams, specialist/targeted childrens services, specialist school nursing, early help, social services and education.

Provide a mentoring/preceptorship role to school nurses and health visitors, identifying ongoing developmental needs.

Support effective service responses and pathways where there are multi-agency service interfaces required. This includes, but not exhaustive of dealing effectively with child protection processes, domestic violence incidents, A&E notifications and mental health notifications.

To contribute to development of clinical pathways and an audit programme for children in need, looked after children, vulnerable individuals, children with medical conditions attending mainstream schools and children on a safeguarding plan.

To continue to development templates and SystmOne developments whilst record keeping and maintaining an excellent standard of records for the service.

Agreeing a training plan each year, assessing need and skills of the staff against the need of children, young people and parents

To provide clinical cover as required

Professional

To evidence team compliance to the Nursing & Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct and to understand the importance of professional accountability, responsibility and competence.

To evidence team compliance with group clinical supervision, management supervision and safeguarding supervision.

To participate in the team appraisal process and prepare and work to a personal and professional development plan in conjunction with your line manager/supervisor.

To encourage and assess professional development through action learning, reflective practice, professional supervision, self-appraisal and performance review.

To contribute to the development of others to ensure that the School Nursing Service provided reflect best practice, remains evidence based, is current and responsive to meet changing health needs of local population, Local Authority and NHS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse /Registered sick Childrens Nurse, /Registered Mental Health Nurse
• SCPHN School Nurse
• Public Health Advanced Experience
• Level 3 safeguarding
• Specialist Practice Degree School Nursing or equivalent, or working towards
• Knowledge of safeguarding processes, including familiarity with MARAC/MASH principals
• Evidence of research based practice
• Demonstrate a professional approach to updating clinical knowledge, practice and use of audit and assessment
• Knowledge on performance management and service delivery prioritisation
• Awareness of national and local priorities within childrens services
• A sound working knowledge of child development and parenting issues.
• Knowledge of health promotion relating to children and families
• Understanding of key priorities for childrens services
• Mentoring /998
• Experience of maintaining accurate, contemporaneous records
• Experience of producing written reports/statements when required
• Experience of multi-agency working
• Evidence of Innovative Practice
• Recent School Nursing/Community Experience
• Experience of working with Children and Young People
• Experience of working within a community setting
• Experience of working with child protection procedures
• Experience of delivering health promotion/education on a one to one basis and within groups
• Leadership
• Decision making
• Planning
• Prioritising
• Current Full UK Driving Licence and car
• A committed, enthusiastic person who can demonstrate good team working and autonomy
• Demonstrate good communication skills
• Skilled in managing and prioritising own caseload and workload
• Flexibility in working hours and environment

Desirable

• Registered SCPHN Health Visitor conversion to SCPHN SN
• Counselling Skills
• Family Planning Certificate

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

Southend On Sea City Council

Address

Southend-on-Sea City Council

Victoria Avenue

Southend-on-sea

SS1 9SB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southend.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)