Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for someone who can: Be a visible leader for the hospital team, clinical & administration, encouraging development and motivation within the team Oversee and undertake scrub procedures in ophthalmic cases, supporting the theatre team as a senior Theatre Lead and ensuring safe patient care Support the Hospital Manager working with the Facilities & Estates team to ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and use Support and coach a diverse team to succeed in their goals and maintain wellbeing Lead your teams in CQC readiness, improvement plans, and provide advice when required Adhere to good record keeping, drug administration in line with guidelines, ensuring you have an audit processes and action plans in place to monitor the effectiveness Adhere to Information Governance rules on data protection

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• To be successful in this role you will need:
• Registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC
• Considerable experience working within a scrub role ideally Ophthalmic
• Passion for high quality patient safety and care
• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience
• Previous management or team leader experience
• Teaching or coaching experience
• Previous theatre experience is required. Ophthalmic scrub experience is preferred but not essential as full training is available for suitably qualified RGNs / ODPs with at least 2 years post qualification clinical experience in a secondary care setting or similar.

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

CHEC

Address

Unit 2, Farley Centre

West Bromwich

B70 7QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Following your training, as a Endoscopy Practitioner you will: Prepare clinical areas and equipment in line with daily clinical activities and infection control protocols. Participate in patient admissions, take baseline observations, and request sedation when competent. Assist the Endoscopist/Gastroenterologist in the procedure room by preparing instruments, supporting scope handling, ensuring optimal patient positioning, and maintaining patient safety and dignity throughout the procedure. Contribute to the teams tasks to ensure that the endoscopy list flows smoothly and efficiently and according to CHECs standard operating procedures and other policies. Participate in CQC and JAG accreditation and continuing competency training requirements through the JETs framework. Provide direct assistance during procedures, anticipating the needs of the clinician and supporting patient monitoring, including during sedation. Monitor and respond to patient needs in the recovery area, ensuring safe and effective post-procedure care including observation of vital signs, managing recovery from sedation, and providing discharge instructions.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• To be successful in this role you will need:
• To be a registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC.
• Attention to detail and an eagerness and ability to learn.
• A desire to develop and expand your clinical skills through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Ideally previous experience working in an endoscopy unit, including both procedure room and recovery area responsibilities.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient care and contributing to a positive working environment.
• The ability to remain calm, focused, and responsive in a fast-paced, patient-centred environment.
• A proactive, flexible approach to teamwork and an eagerness to support service improvement initiatives.
• Confidence in assisting with conscious sedation and the post-procedure monitoring of patients recovering from sedation.

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

CHEC

Address

Orchard Court III, Binley Business Park

Coventry

West Midlands

CV3 2TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Identify, assess, and manage risk, including suicide, safeguarding, and vulnerability.

Ensure risk assessments are current and accurately recorded.

Work collaboratively within MDTs to support coordinated care delivery.

Liaise with GPs, inpatient services, social care, housing, voluntary sector and other agencies.

Lead and coordinate safe transfer of care between services.

Manage and prioritise a caseload effectively, balancing risk and need.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification (e.g. Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, OT)
• Current professional registration (e.g. SWE, NMC, HCPC)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with adults with complex mental health needs
• Experience of care coordination or case management
• Experience of risk assessment and crisis management
• Experience of multi-agency working

Other Requirements

Essential

• Car Driver - Ability to travel across the Trust footprint

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of mental health conditions and recovery approaches
• Knowledge of CPA and care planning processes

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Civic Offices, Borehamwood, Herts, WD6 1WA

Borehamwood

WD6 1WA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver care that is person centred and recovery focused, reflecting current best practice and challenge practice that may be detrimental to older people receiving high quality care.

Be aware of the physical needs of people with mental health problems and refer physical conditions on as appropriate.

Use research findings in formulating nursing care plans and develop awareness of the significance of nursing research and wider evidence-based practice in community mental health care.

Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of carers of service users with mental health problems and develop strategies to meet those needs, e.g. self-help groups, respite care, Carers Act.

Participate in the Trusts adverse incidents reporting systems and comply with the Trusts procedure and techniques for managing risks.

The post holder is based within the community mental health service and will be expected to visit people within their own homes, or a variety of public places or voluntary organisations within the community and throughout the Trust.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/ EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• NMC Professional Registration
• RMN or Dip / BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• At least 1 years post registration experience at Band 5 in a relevant mental health setting or if newly qualified will participate in the Trusts Preceptorship Scheme.

Desirable

• Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a community setting

SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY

Essential

• Knowledge of MHA (1983), CPA, Risk Assessment and Section 25 etc.
• Effective multi professional team communication & team working.

Desirable

• Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a community setting

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Essential

• Car Driver

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colne House, Upton Road, Watford, WD18 0JP

Watford

WD18 0JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will involve:

• carrying out exercise and mobility programmes
• assisting physiotherapists with treatment sessions, including hydrotherapy
• running exercise groups
• using specialist equipment such as standing frames, walking harnesses, treadmills and wheelchair accessible exercise bikes
• supporting the team with administrative tasks and maintaining a tidy and functional gym
• understanding the wider effects of brain injury on physical rehabilitation

Training will be provided and you will be supported to develop within the role through regular supervision. You will also be part of a wider multidisciplinary team of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Doctors, Nurses, Rehabilitation Technicians and Rehabilitation Assistants.

For an informal discussion please contact David Hewitt (Deputy Lead Physiotherapists) on 0117 9562697

This post will close once sufficient applications have been received.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A Nest Personal Pension account
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A keen interest in exercise and rehabilitation
• Passionate about helping those with disabilities to maximise their physical potential
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Work well in a team
• Dynamic and enthusiastic

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

Active Care Group

Address

Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Bristol

Somerset

BS16 2UU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participate in routine and specialised techniques in Histology and Neuropathology, plus any other areas as required. This will require the unsupervised preparation of high risk and specialist material eg renal biopsies, to the necessary quality standards.

Participate in all internal and external quality control/quality assurance systems and schemes, appropriate to the area of work and, using advanced knowledge of staining techniques and pathology, have the necessary competence to send out work to the medical staff.

To be jointly responsible for maintenance of adequate stocks of reagent and consumables to ensure continuous service provision in the section and the laboratory in general.

Participate in and conduct staff annual appraisals and set/achieve relevant objectives.

To rotate through sections of the Department as required.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate and apply proven knowledge of the pathology of disease
• Ability to perform all techniques relevant to the area of work

Desirable

• oPractical demonstrable experience using Microsoft Office based applications

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or a degree acceptable to the IBMS and Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• State registration with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist

Desirable

• Associate of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (AIBMS) or Fellowship

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, being able to deal with patients and staff at all levels of the organisation with tact and diplomacy
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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 Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Cellular Pathology Derriford Hospital

Derriford road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Implement quality improvements as appropriate, involving the development of new protocols and procedures Maintain close links between quality and governance arrangements, including leading adverse incident investigation and management Support laboratory staff to perform quality activities and monitor their effectiveness; review current Quality and Governance reports Champion Change Control within the Department Provide expertise and practical support for preparation for, and organisation of, inspections by third party assessors, such as UKAS and certification bodies, commercial organisations, or research councils and to progress issues arising from these assessments and inspections Report directly to the facility manager and RIPL Quality Manager on the performance of the quality management system and identify any need for improvement Ensure participation in suitable EQA surveys and monitor results, feeding back management any deficiencies and working with Technical Specialists and Bench Leads to address any issues Ensure the promotion of awareness of service users needs and requirements throughout the laboratory organisation To provide Quality feedback on laboratory performance with regular communications via emails, reports and presentations Take a leading role in risk management for the department, managing a local risk register and escalating risks that cannot be controlled via appropriate channels Participate in routine and out of hour testing rotas to ensure provision of sufficient testing capacity in line with business needs Deliver training to internal and external scientists in support of wider pandemic preparedness activities, with a focus on how to implement effective QMS for high throughput testing facilities Line manage junior team members, and ensure effective prioritisation, co-ordination and supervision of work Deputise as appropriate for senior staff and act as head BMS in the absence of the facility manager Supply data to agreed timescales and as required by project contracts and service level agreements Undertake general laboratory duties including disposal of waste, equipment maintenance, stock control and ensuring a safe working environment Maintain HCPC registration as a condition of employment Fulfil all training requirements as required for the post, including subsequent maintenance of required competencies Maintain high professional standards by continual professional development keeping up to date with advances in medical microbiology Ensure all work in undertaken in accordance with the UKHSAs Code of Safety Practice and to work within ISO15189 quality standards Ensure health, safety and welfare are afforded priority and demonstrate a commitment to health, safety and welfare of self, staff and visitors and comply with relevant UKHSA health and safety policies at all times Notify accidents, near misses, dangerous situations and shortcomings in health and safety via the appropriate management structure Escalate risks that cannot be controlled to the Facility Manager Fully engage with the performance process, including objective setting and preparing for performance conversations, as described on the UKHSA intranet Fulfil the requirements of UKHSA Values and Behaviours and the Civil Service Code Comply with all UKHSA policy and procedures Perform any other duties required by the line manager commensurate with grade

Essential role criteria: BSc Hons in a biological science MSc or higher qualification in an appropriate medical/microbiology/biological science or relevant experience as a specialist biomedical scientist Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist Experience of implementing and overseeing Quality Management Systems in an ISO 15189 accredited diagnostic molecular laboratory Experience of managing change and instigating system improvements from a quality management perspective Substantive experience in a diagnostic or reference virology laboratory, including knowledge and experience of automated high throughput real-time PCR Ability to analyse and interpret information including performance indicators, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend an appropriate course of action to address the issues or areas of risk

Desirable role criteria: Technical knowledge and experience in developing and implementing quality systems for automated, high throughput testing workflows, ensuring compliance with ISO 15189 and UKHSA standards and policies

Selection Process Details (Success Profiles)

This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Experience, Behaviours, Technical skills.

Stage 1: Application & Sift Success Profiles - GOV.UK

You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 7 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a: Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1000 word supporting statement

This should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.

You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV).

Healthjobs UK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 1000 words. Please do not exceed 1000 words.

Longlisting: In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglistinto 3 piles of:1. Meets all essential criteria2. Meets some essential criteria3. Meets no essential criteriaIf used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting.

Shortlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of: MSc or higher qualification in an appropriate medical/microbiology/biological science or relevant experience as a specialist biomedical scientist Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist

Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: InterviewSuccess Profiles - GOV.UK

You will be invited to a face-to-face interview in Porton. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Behaviours and Technical skills will be tested at interview. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Managing a Quality Service (lead behaviour) Making Effective Decisions Delivering at Pace Changing and Improving

Technical skills will be assessed by Technical based questions.

Interview dates to be confirmed.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Additional Information

LocationThis role is being offered as lab based at our Scientific Campus in Porton. Based at our scientific campus, you will be required to have a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Please note hybrid working is not available for this role.

Security Clearance Level RequirementSuccessful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check.

Eligibility CriteriaOpen to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary InformationIf you are successful at interview and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Person Specification

Application form and supporting statement

Essential

• Application form and supporting statement

Behaviours

Essential

• Managing a quality service (Lead behaviour)
• Changing and improving
• Delivering at pace
• Making effective decisions

Technical Skills

Essential

• Technical based questions

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

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Porton Down, Salisbury

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma, BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with Health Professions Council
• Experience as Practice Placement Educator

Desirable

• Postgraduate clinical training relevant to the post
• Leadership or management training

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Specialist clinical skills relevant to the role
• Current disability equipment training or be willing to gain as appropriate for the post
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good knowledge and awareness of current legislation and guidance pertaining to Mental Health services and implications for Occupational Therapy
• Ability to work under pressure and set priorities
• Good knowledge of effective care co-ordination and planning of treatment packages
• Ability to manage own caseload and work as part of a team
• Group leadership skills
• Excellent negotiation and organisational skills, with individuals and groups
• Working knowledge of clinical governance principles
• Computer literacy
• Skills in moving and handling
• Appreciation of the 6Cs and person-centred care.

Desirable

• Training, presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to resolve complex professional and ethical issues
• Research experience

Experience

Essential

• At least 18 months experience in mental health
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience of supervising and supporting junior staff and students
• Experience of using appraisal process
• Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development
• Working knowledge of clinical audit
• Experience of introducing new and innovative interventions

Desirable

• Minimum of 3 years post registration experience
• Experience of care co-ordination

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clarion Centre, Bowmere Hospital,

Countess of Chester Health Park, Liverpool Rd

Chester

CH2 1BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to this at all times.
• To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of any patients receiving treatment in the ward/ department
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the Ward on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team.
• To accurately assimilate and interpret clinical information about the patients condition, promptly report changes and instigate remedial action as appropriate.
• To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives.
• To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patients condition and the treatment delivered.
• To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information, and ensure that this is presented in a way that they understand.
• To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with Line Manager and practice development staff.
• To ensure that practice is evidence based and with support assist in the development of policies and protocols within the clinical area.
• To uphold high standards of nursing care, according to existing policies and standards.
• To support the Ward Managers and Modern Matron in processes of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings.
• To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• To actively support the implementation of the Trust nursing strategy and uphold the ethos of the local philosophy.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• 1st level Registered General Nurse/HCPC Registered
• Further professional studies relevant to the clinical area
• Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing or Equivalent

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable clinical expertise, relevant to the area.
• Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and oneself

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Communication skills - able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and is able to work with and through others.
• Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University 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

1. Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating, professional and accrediting bodies (eg BPS, UKCP, BABCP), and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).

1. Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times.

1. Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in the spheres of CBT.

1. Ensure clear professional objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.

1. Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with Manager.

1. Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives.

1. Keep up to date all records in relation to C.P.D. and ensure personal development plan maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.

1. Attend relevant conferences / workshops in line with identified professional objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 12-months qualified as PWP
• Accredited with BABCP or BPS
• Graduated from BPS accredited PWP training course/apprenticeship

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working in primary care settings with people who have experienced a mental health problem within 2 years' experience of operating in this context
• Able to demonstrate clinical outcomes and meeting agreed performance targets
• Demonstrate high standards of written communication

Desirable

• Evidence of working in the local community

Skills

Essential

• Computer literate
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
• Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding sexual assault and mental health

Desirable

• Experience using IAPTus

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

102 High Green Court, Cannock

102 High Green Court, Cannock, WS11 1GR

Cannock

WS11 1GR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mpft.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

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Level 2 in care OR the ability to undertake a period of Induction and on the job training to include theoretical knowledge of care and a range of work-related procedures, for example completion of a competency-based workbook equivalent to Level 2 vocational qualification;
• The ability to understand and comply with mandatory induction standards and Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers in Wales

Desirable

• Level 2 vocational qualification in a relevant health care related subject

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience working with people in a caring capacity

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in 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

Ysbyty Gwynedd

Bangor

LL57 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- Responsible for the development, preparation, validation and submission of high-quality information reports to non-negotiable deadlines which reflect contracting, performance and operational issues and identify where action may be required. Identify and highlight any areas of concern with regard to data quality and accuracy and undertaking appropriate action as required.

- Responsible for high level analysis, interpretation, synthesis and presentation of information reports for identified specialties to ensure managers are advised of any potential problem areas; the information to be presented in a clear and concise manner, and where appropriate to recommend solutions.

- Participate in discussions, explaining complex and sensitive information to clinical and non-clinical staff in situations where the information may be contentious and open to different interpretations.

- To provide technical resilience within the team to support business continuity at times of staff absence and / or high workload pressure.

- To maintain appropriate documentation of all procedures adequate for the purposes of internal validation and external audit.

- Contribute to development and design of internal reports. Such reports to be relevant, produced to deadlines, and to support the Trust in meeting its objectives.

- Understand and interpret adhoc/freedom of information requests and respond appropriately to tight deadlines. This entails the analysis, investigation and resolution of complex information issues.

- Provision of information for auditing purposes.

- Provide statutory reporting and returns both nationally and for internal stakeholders.

- Identify and highlight any areas of concern regarding data quality and accuracy and undertake appropriate action as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstration of working with complex information
• Experience using Excel
• Problem solving/analytical mindset
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent education level

Desirable

• Knowledge of SQL
• Knowledge/research of Data Quality
• Knowledge/research of data dictionary

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cheltenham General Hospital - Riverside House

College Baths Road

Cheltenham

GL53 7QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Ensuring high quality nursing care is coordinated and delivered. Continuing to embed improvement in all that you do
• Work as part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team ensuring patient care is delivered smoothly, efficiently and safely.
• Competence and confidence in the Band 5 role will be achieved through hands-on clinical practice, education and training and research.

This role is suited to people who remain calm under pressure, are good at problem-solving and have excellent interpersonal skills, with an empathetic nature.

Applicants must have the knowledge to provide specialist, clinical, social and holistic care to patients in a pre-hospital environment. The Isle of Wight by its nature and geographical location provides a unique set of clinical challenges to practice in an autonomous way utilising your skills and knowledges as well as having the opportunity to develop new clinical skills.

You will have the chance to enhance your skills and knowledge in areas such as intubation, pre hospital sepsis treatment using antibiotics, thrombolysis.

It is likely your daily activity will involve working in a multi disciplinary setting in terms of undertaking critical transfers via hover craft, car ferry and other cross Solent options looking after your patients for an extended period of time.

Applicants must be able to work a fully rotating shift pattern including days, lates and night shifts, 7 days a week including public holidays.

For further details, please refer to attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration to diploma, advanced diploma or Newly Qualified Nurse with current NMC registration or currently studying for an Adult Nursing Degree and due to qualify in 2026 degree level.
• Clinically competent and Good communication and interpersonal skills
• To listen and effectively communicate via various routes.

Desirable

• Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others
• An awareness of research and evidence based practice relevant to clinical area.

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

Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Address

St Mary Hospital

Parkhurst Road

Newport, Isle of Wight

PO30 5TG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain accurate records as required by existing procedures, entering appropriate details on the service users case notes / electronic patient records as necessary.

To ensure the service user understands and has a clear pathway of care across sector / agency boundaries with key contact points / named individuals.

To aid in the induction of STAR workers at lower bands, as well as offering regular supervision, peer support and mentoring in addition to existing managerial / clinical supervision.

To lead cross-service peer supervision groups of STAR Workers.

To participate in and be responsible for appropriate elements of staff development as part of Team meetings as and when required

To liaise and work in close co-operation with the Team Leader, other mental health professionals, and voluntary and private sector agencies as required, to help ensure that best value services are delivered to the users of services.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• NVQ level 3 qualification or mental health certificate level 3 or agreement to undertake such training as soon as resources permit
• NVQ/Mental Health Certificate Level 2.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Ability to work unsupervised in a range of settings.
• Knowledge of benefits/employment systems
• Extensive experience of providing mental health services from within a team setting,

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• An understanding of the mental health system.
• Basic written communication skills.

PHYSICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Car Driver - able to travel

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Saffron Ground, Ditchmore Lane, Stevenage SG1 3LJ

Stevenage

SG1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (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

For further details and information , please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Teaching/assessing qualification to Postgraduate Diploma Level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates enthusiasm towards teaching and sharing knowledge
• Sound knowledge and understanding or current nursing and education issues
• Broad Clinical Experience

Desirable

• Involved in service development and quality issues

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to develop a culture of quality within education and training

Peronsal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrate evidence of own continuing professional development
• Ability to motivate others and lead developments in the clinical area

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

Denbigh Infirmary

Ruthin Road

Denbigh

LL16 3ES

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate midwifery care for women on the PAS pathway, ensuring privacy, dignity and personalised support throughout their antenatal and postnatal journey.

Provide specialist clinical expertise and guidance to midwifery and medical colleagues involved in the care of women with suspected or confirmed PAS, supporting safe, coordinated decisionmaking.

Prioritise and develop individualised care pathways based on comprehensive risk assessment, ensuring that plans reflect each womans clinical needs, wellbeing and preferences.

Analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of PAS care pathways, identifying areas for improvement and providing professional advice to enhance safety, quality and consistency.

Maintain accurate, timely and professional documentation in line with Trust policies, national standards and regulatory requirements.

Use advanced interpersonal and communication skills when supporting women and families experiencing complex issues such as safeguarding concerns, domestic violence, mental health challenges, substance misuse or sexual health matters.

Communicate complex and sensitive information with empathy and clarity, ensuring women and their families feel supported and reassured during discussions about diagnosis, treatment plans and potential complications.

Apply counselling skills when delivering difficult news, supporting bereavement, or discussing outcomes related to antenatal screening and PASassociated risks.

Work collaboratively with specialist teams and other relevant MDT members to ensure seamless care

Maintain uptodate knowledge of PAS guidelines, quality standards and best practice, ensuring care delivery remains evidencebased and aligned with national recommendations.

Monitor and evaluate the quality of PAS care, identifying variances, addressing concerns, and taking proactive steps to improve pathway performance and patient experience.

Management

Ensure that the day-to-day service delivered as required by the service needs

Promote best practice in health, safety and security.

Monitor and maintain the efficient use of physical and/or financial resources within the current financial constraints reporting any deviances to the manager promptly.

Liaise with the multidisciplinary team and multi-agencies co-coordinating and participating in case discussions as required.

Ensure that the service is a positive learning experience for students and junior staff and meet the necessary standards for placement.

Identify and manage challenging behaviours as directed by trust policies

Recognize, communicate and reward the achievements of staff in a learning capacity and provide constructive feedback, advice and on-going practice.

Provide professional leadership and support to colleagues.

Lead and develop the implementation of care pathways for the services of women on the PAS care pathway.

Ensure that essential information on the clients condition and progress is recorded appropriately according to NMC guidelines.

Monitor progress of work recognising changing priorities and implement corrective actions within own limits and informing the relevant people.

Act as a mentor and assessor to assigned learners and teach and support them through their competency assessments as required.

Lead in the appraisal process for a defined group of staff in accordance with trust policies.

Communicate clearly with colleagues and provide them with opportunities tocontribute to the planning and organization of work.

Deal personally with clients, families and carers in order to aid resolution of complaints. Report all incidents, complaints or accidents to the Matron and assist in their investigation and resolution.

Monitor and manage sickness and absence in accordance with trust policies.

Have active involvement in the recruitment and selection process.

Monitor, control and store resources/supplies according to the requirements and specifications of the clinical environment.

Implement and propose changes to policies/practices in own area.

Participate effectively to evaluation studies (e.g. patient satisfaction surveys and audit).

Identify and take action in accordance with trust policy where necessary to address discrimination and oppression.

Monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others in own work area. Adhering to lone worker policy.

Take immediate and appropriate action including supporting others to manage risks in relation to adverse incident reporting via the hospital incident reporting system.

Identify training needs in health and safety whilst identifying appropriate resources.

Professional Development

Undertake Midwifery care consistent with evidence-based practice, transferring and applying knowledge and skills to meet client/familys needs.

Influence and prioritize the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice in self and others.

Maintain a high clinical standard and facilitate application of theory to practice.

Assess, identify and evaluate own knowledge and practice needs in relation to knowledge and skills required to meet the demands of the job.

Undertake annual mandatory training updates and other relevant courses in line with Trust and local policies.

Promote the profession of Midwifery and ensure midwifery care is evidence-based and in line with best practice.

Take an active role in the implementation of the emerging Nursing and Midwifery agenda.

Embrace the public health agenda and support the delivery of local plans e.g. breastfeeding, smoking cessation.

Undertake data collection effectively using the agreed systems.

Contribute to audit/benchmarking within the clinical area supporting the introduction of a change in practice if indicated.

Accountable for own professional actions undertaking all duties having regard to the NMC Code of Professional conduit for the nurse, midwife and health visitor and their professional contribution to Clinical Governance

Lead and develop in new service innovations as required

Child Protection

All employees have a duty and a responsibility to protect and safeguard children.

Have a working knowledge of the child protection procedures and contacts within the Trust for further help and guidance.

To effectively communicate to their team, sharing inter-agency child protection correspondence

Responsibility for instigating and communicating child protection issues to professionals within the maternity unit, ensuring documentation follows agreed pathways.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife with current UK NMC pin number
• Post registration experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience within a clinical specialty.
• Experience of working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Expert knowledge of caring for women and families in the acute/community setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wolverhampton Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

o To be professionally responsible and accountable for the management of own clinical caseload and to organise this effectively with regards to clinical priority and effective use of time in a variety of settings.

o To work autonomously to provide highly complex advice to paediatric patients with highly complex medical and surgical conditions that are reliant on artificial nutrition support in the community. This will involve nutritional assessment (based on interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical condition and dietary history) and development of nutritional care plans which are both realistic, practical and evidence based (based on assessment of medical, social, economic, cultural and psychological factors).

o To manage and be responsible for an individual caseload of paediatric patients with a wide range of medical, neurological, physical, social and emotional needs, including life limiting and degenerative conditions in an outpatient setting.

o To assess and interpret the medical diagnoses and changes in medical conditions and treatment plans of individual patients requiring artificial nutrition support and understand how it affects nutritional management.

o To formulate feeding regimens based on medical condition, fluid management, biochemical and anthropometric monitoring. o To have an awareness of tube site complications and to alert appropriate health care professionals to these complications if detected.

o To respond to urgent complex problems with enteral feeding tubes e.g accidental removal or blockages. Where possible to arrange emergency replacement of balloon retained gastrostomy devices or emergency assistance to clear blocked enteral feeding tubes in order to prevent hospital admissions.

o To provide training to patients and carers alongside nutrition nurses on the correct procedures of care for their enteral feeding tube.

o To maintain knowledge and awareness of guidelines for correct administration of medicines via enteral feeding tubes and where appropriate to liaise with the medicines management pharmacist for patient medication review.

o To attend relevant multidisciplinary meetings in order to provide expert advice to clinicians regarding provision of appropriate nutrition support interventions based on clinical evidence.

o To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise condition management, recovery potential, further disease prevention and during terminal care.

For further details please see the attached JD & PS.

Person Specification

Other Factors

Essential

• Ability to travel between sites

Qualifications

Essential

• oBSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification
• oHPC Registered
• oCompletion of Clinical Supervisory Skills training course

Desirable

• oCompletion of validated post registration training e.g. PENG course, paediatric course

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• oDemonstrable post registration dietetic experience in home enteral feeding
• oDemonstrable senior level experience of paediatrics - including home enteral tube feeding.

Desirable

• oExtended Role competencies in enteral tube care.

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent communication skills with an ability to communicate with all levels of healthcare personnel as well as patients and their carers
• oExpertise in the practical skills of nutritional support

Desirable

• oAbility to lift feeding equipment / deliver feeding supplies to patients

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 Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Estover Health Centre

Leypark Walk

Plymouth

PL6 8UE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the document area for the job description.

We are looking for a flexible, dedicated, enthusiastic and committed part-time receptionist to work with our experienced team.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working within a busy office environment Desirable
• Maintaining effective relationships with a diverse range of clients. Essential
• Successfully achieving team and organisational objectives. Desirable
• Working in a service environment Essential
• Working with the general public handling telephone enquiries Desirable

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Richmond Medical Centre

Address

179 Richmond Road

Solihull

West Midlands

B92 7SA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Recording and responding to comments and complaints on the proposed system, resolving complex problems and dealing with unanticipated issues, referring only where necessary;
• Actively monitoring the systems on a regular basis for user or system errors or problems, working with the Band 6 Support Analyst;
• Managing, co-ordinating and leading the configuration requirements and ensure build is delivered in a timely way.
• Negotiate and persuade senior Trust staff to accept changes to working practices which will improve efficiency, patient flow and/or patient experience;
• Work with Principal Trainers to ensure awareness of build development and changes;
• Work with Principal Trainers to incorporate feedback from training sessions into future developments or make urgent configuration changes to build as appropriate;
• Initiate, arrange, chair and/or participate in meetings between senior Trust staff and/or DT&i colleagues to discuss workflows and/or areas of concern and/or take notes of any action points;
• Use conflict resolution strategies in response to barriers of understanding or acceptance faced by or from the configuration teams and/or wider Trust audience;

See the full job description and person specification for more details

**Please note that candidates who do not hold a current Epic certification will be required to undertake and pass an online Epic Sphinx assessment once shortlisted as an interview pre-requisite**

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience
• Post qualification Masters degree, or significant experience in Healthcare equivalent to Masters degree level
• Evidence of further clinical training in a specific clinical field
• Evidence of configuration expertise used in an Enterprise solution

Desirable

• PRINCE2 Foundation
• ISEB Business Analysis Diploma

Previous Experience

Essential

• Proven experience of clinical environment and delivery of clinical care or significant experience in a clinical analyst role and within a systems development environment preferably within the NHS or health care related field
• Healthcare system design and configuration experience
• Significant experience of interpreting business/clinical requirements and considering the impact on IT services
• Demonstrable experience of producing qualitative work in very aggressive timescales
• Demonstrable experience documenting and mapping workflows as well as the results of the clinical analysis

Desirable

• Experience in change management with respect to the relationship between clinician, business processes, risk management and solution functional capabilities.

Skills/ Knowledge/ Ability

Essential

• Experience in the analysis and design of clinical solutions to meet clinicians' and business requirements.
• Proven ability to present a range of highly technical and highly complex information clearly and concisely in potentially contentious situations.
• Ability to plan ahead, prioritise and manage change in a formally controlled yet, pragmatic fashion
• Ability to manage multiple streams of work simultaneously

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

Cross Site GSTT and KCH

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full job description and outline of main responsibilities please see attached documents.

Policy/Service Development

• To manage and develop the operational and clinical services at QMH, working with principal and lead technicians and pharmacists, and contribute to the development of operational services at PRUH.
• To lead and manage pharmacy technicians and assistant technical officers within operational services at PRUH and QMH.
• To ensure that operational and clinical processes, policies and procedures are followed by all staff.
• To maintain and develop high quality, consistent, patient-focused pharmacy services in conjunction with operational and clinical staff.
• To adhere to and maintain quality standards and performance indicators for safe medicines use.
• To support the agenda for medication waste and sustainability within the Trust by developing systems that are sustainable and minimise waste.
• To support stock management and control and initiatives to optimise these processes.
• To participate in pharmacy and clinical audits and research.
• To follow departmental procedures and dispense and check medication accurately.
• To develop procedures, policies and guidelines pertaining to the pharmacy service.
• To use pharmacy computer systems correctly and enter data accurately and ensure that data is stored and archived appropriately in accordance with local and other agreed guidelines.
• To develop and support initiatives for patient centred care.
• To support the delivery of compliant homecare services across the Trust.
• To encourage and support compliance with the formulary and departmental policies & procedures.
• To highlight operational and clinical incidents using the incident reporting system and investigate and develop corrective or preventive action plans in conjunction with the pharmacy leads for reported incidents.

To ensure that operational and clinical services satisfy all legislation and good practice recommendations relating to the safe storage and supply of medicines.

To provide regular activity and quality monitoring information and to use this information to develop the service and improve and/or maintain a quality service.

To be responsible for and manage the distribution of FP10 prescription pads, ensuring secure storage arrangements in the pharmacy and when in use throughout the hospital.

To support the safe and secure management of controlled drugs as per the legal requirements and standard operating procedures including weekly and monthly cycle counts, adjusting ward stock levels, and managing the introduction of new practice or drugs. To understand the use of the Omnicell system and train staff when required.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
• Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice
• Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification

Desirable

• Successful completion of short courses relevant to practice, to include supervisory/management qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems
• Good knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel applications
• Good Management Practice
• Significant experience relevant to Hospital Pharmacy Practice with assessed competencies

Desirable

• Experience of research and audit work

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Be able to provide and receive complex information on medicines use, ward and dispensary services
• Be able to communicate effectively and accurately in both written and verbal formats with staff and patients
• Track record of successfully working within teams
• Be able to analyse information relating to service provided or individual patients where there are a range of facts requiring analysis and where a range of options need to be compared
• Be able to analyse and interpret information relating to medicines and their uses

Desirable

• Be able to use presentational aids

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University Hospital

Farnborough Common

Orpington

BR68ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English skills equivalent to Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Operating Department Support or Health-related subject

Desirable

• Completion of Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of ability to work using own initiative and under minimal supervision
• Experience in a healthcare environment or Operating Theatres

Desirable

• Commitment to lifelong learning

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly in English in writing, via IT, verbally and using the telephone
• Ability to cope well with change
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Ability to stay calm under pressure

Desirable

• Ability to report problems and faults

Communication

Essential

• Good written communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 185 Occupational Therapists and over 300 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.

Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.

We ensure our occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.

5 reasons why you should make an application today

• We care about people in our services
• Expert clinical supervision with an occupational therapist
• Induction & service line training in area of specialism
• Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training
• We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career.

Cygnet Health Care Benefits

Free parking

Free meals for staff on duty

Group pension plan helping you save for your future

NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)

Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.

Plus much more

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist or arrange an informal visit, wed be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact: Katie Dixon (Recruiter), at [email protected] or Georgia Nelson (Regional Lead OT): at [email protected]

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

*Recruitment agencies please note: Speculative emails are not to be sent directly to our clinical staff, these need to go via our internal recruitment team. If speculative candidates are sent directly to a member of the clinical team, we will consider these candidates as our own*

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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

Dundee

DD3 9AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Received and transferred and trace all notes into and out of the ward

Person Specification

Essential & Desireable

Essential

• oPrevious reception or customer facing experience in a healthcare or public setting
• oClerical/administration experience including filing and/or reception
• oExcellent/professional telephone/ reception manner
• oFlexible approach to duties
• oAble to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• oAble to communicate clearly and act quickly in emergency
• oGood IT skills including Microsoft packages
• oTidy and methodical working practice
• oAttention to detail
• oAbility to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others
• oAbility to work independently and as part of a team take instructions from nurse in charge
• oConfidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers

Desirable

• oPrevious NHS experience
• oTo have a basic understanding of medical terminology
• oIT skills/ Transcribing from dictations desirable only

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

A606 Preoperative Assessment Dept, Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Undertake assessments, clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients with a wide range of problems within the specialist area. These patients often have complex and / or chronic presentations.
• To work as an autonomous practitioner to undertake a significant specialist clinical caseload, working without direct supervision.
• To take a role in supervision and teaching of junior qualified therapists and assistants within clinical specialty.
• To take a role in supervision and teaching of undergraduate students.
• To demonstrate leadership skills and contribute to service development and monitoring of standards of practice.
• To work flexibly over 7-day period, as the service requires.

Clinical

• To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
• To abide by relevant Profession's Code of Professional Conduct. Carry out assessments and treatments of patients with varying degrees of disability on a daily basis, using moderate physical effort. This may involve moving and handling patients and equipment.
• To conduct comprehensive assessments including activities of daily living assessments, and cognitive assessments.
• To ensure methods of treatment, its frequency and review are appropriate to specialist area and within the priorities of the Service.
• To plan and implement therapy intervention with the involvement of patients/carers, to facilitate independence, and to liaise closely with the wider MDT in planning discharge from A&E.
• To prescribe and instruct patients/carers in the safe use of equipment following assessment.
• To prescribe and organise minor adaptations to patients homes following assessment.
• To arrange for the supply of equipment and identify the need for major adaptations as defined under the Disabled Facilities Grant legislation, liaising with the Social Services Department.
• Frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions on a regular/daily basis, e.g. bodily fluids, urine, faeces, blood and vomit and occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression.
• Frequent concentration is required to analyse patient documentation and carry outpatient assessments and treatments.

Professional

• To assist in the supervision and co-ordination of the Therapy Team on a day-to-day basis.
• To be professionally responsible for the efficient organisation of own caseloadproviding a high standard of clinical care.
• To represent Therapy interests at meetings as agreed with the Therapy Service Manager and advise of any such meetings where attendance might be appropriate.
• To contribute to the Therapy Services Clinical Governance Strategy to ensure the quality of service delivered, including Evidence Based Practice, audit, risk management and patient focussed care.
• To ensure that all client intervention is documented in a timely, objective and confidential manner via Multi-disciplinary Care Plan, Medical Notes and specific Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy reports, according to departmental and Trust Policy.
• To attend multi-disciplinary case conferences/planning meetings to give feedback regarding Therapy intervention.
• To undertake an active role in the maintenance and development of fieldwork education placements for Therapy students, and to supervise students on placement.
• To carry out the supervision and appraisal of Therapy Support staff.
• To undertake education of other disciplines about Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy, as required, in liaison with the Therapy Service Manager and other colleagues.
• To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.
• To maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice and incorporate new developments into your specialist area of work.
• To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients and to organise this effectively, efficiently and autonomously with regard to clinical priorities and time availability.
• To attend and participate in in-service training programmes, individual training sessions and external courses as expected and/or identified at Individual Performance Review, and to undertake reflective practice.
• To have specialist knowledge and skills in the use and application of relevant equipment and to be responsible for your own safe and competent use of all that equipment, aids and appliances and that of more junior staff, support workers and students within your team.
• To ensure that your own practice meets the required professional standards of physiotherapy practice.

Organisational

• To undertake, as directed, the collection of activity data to enable the Trust to monitor its performance.
• To ensure safe systems of work and ensure compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act, Safety Executive regulations and Therapy Service policies by staff.
• To maintain and review current policies and procedures within the department including the development of new policies in conjunction with the Therapy Service Manager and senior colleagues.
• To work with the Therapy Service Manager and senior colleagues to undertake regular review of service provision, implementation of appropriate change and the formulation and delivery of strategies for the further development of the Therapy Team.
• To undertake any other duties delegated by the Therapy Services Manager/Professional Team lead commensurate with the grade and experience of the post holder.

Communication

• To deal sensitively with patients and relatives who have high levels of anxiety and occasional aggression caused by frustration, trauma, disability, pain or impaired ability to understand or communicate and to enable patients to come to terms with chronic disability, on a frequent basis.
• To ensure beneficial and positive communication with clients, their families/carers and other professionals involved, respecting individual needs and promoting user involvement/decision making.
• To use a range of highly developed verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating, such as those who are sensory impaired, dysphasic or have some degree of confusion or dementia.
• To deliver presentations and training at Therapy and multi-disciplinary training events and on an individual basis.

Relationships

Internal:

• Patients and Carers
• Multi- Disciplinary Team Members
• Therapy Team Colleagues

External:

• Social Services Colleagues
• Statutory and Voluntary Agencies
• Ambulance services
• Primary Care/GPs

For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Previous Acute NHS experience
• Minimum 18 months to 2 years post-graduate experience
• Previous experience in specialist clinical area
• Band 5 rotational experience
• Involvement in audit
• Supervisory experience
• Contribution to clinical education of less experienced staff

Qualification(s) and Professional Training

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with HCPC
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including recent attendance at relevant post-graduate courses

Desirable

• BAOT
• Involvement /membership in Special Interest Group

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

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Therapy Services, George Eliot NHS Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.geh.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

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Level 2 in health and social care or equivalent experience
• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience required to fulfill the requirements of the post

Skills

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

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

Ward 11 Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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